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+ | =====Welcome to the Rocrail Area===== | ||
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+ | Rocrail Basic is **free software** for controlling model trains und runs __natively__((No need for Java runtime or any other interpreter.)) on the following platforms: | ||
+ | * [[: linux-en | Linux (Intel & ARM64)]] | ||
+ | * [[: mac-en |Apple macOS (Apple Silicon & Intel)]] | ||
+ | * [[: win-en | Windows (Intel & ARM64)]] | ||
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+ | Rocrail assumes all responsibilities for controlling a model railroad and their accessories. Trains can be either manually controlled or completely controlled by the software in automatic mode. A mixed operation, i.e. controlling some trains manually and other trains in fully automatic mode is possible.\\ | ||
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+ | **With Rocrail different applications for a model train control can be met:** \\ | ||
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+ | * Simply as a **[[: | ||
+ | * or continuous digital operations, semiautomatic, | ||
+ | * control of car systems, ambient lighting systems (weather, time of day simulation) and other accessories | ||
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+ | **Various user interfaces to operate Rocrail are available: | ||
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+ | On a layout multiple instances of these user interfaces can be deployed, at the same time. The displays are automatically synchronized between all user interfaces.\\ In addition, commercially available or homemade hand controllers can also be used. | ||
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+ | The user interface is available in many [[: | ||
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+ | **Internet of Things** [[https:// | ||
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+ | =====Rocrail - Quick-Start===== | ||
+ | Are you new to Rocrail? This guide shows the first basic steps and contexts for a successful start with Rocrail. | ||
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+ | =====Rocrail News: outstanding new Features ===== | ||
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+ | * **[[realtime-simulation-en|Realtime-simulation in virtual mode]]**: Rocrail calculates the real running time of a train by defined speed and length information. | ||
+ | ===== Rocrail - Highlights===== | ||
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+ | **Besides the usual model railway control features, Rocrail also includes a number of special characteristics: | ||
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+ | * Immediate reaction to feature requests or error reports, from the developing team **[[https:// | ||
+ | * Exchange experiences in forum with direct contact to developers and users **[[https:// | ||
+ | * Freely definable actions **[[: | ||
+ | * With the use of scripting **[[: | ||
+ | * During operation, locomotives learn in each block **[[: | ||
+ | * Support for all major operating systems: **Linux**, **Apple macOS**, **Microsoft Windows** and **Raspberry Pi** | ||
+ | * Client / server concept with integration of mobile hand held controllers | ||
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+ | * Extensive support for common **[[: | ||
+ | * Free choice of language of the graphical user interface (GUI). If necessary, these languages can be expanded | ||
+ | * One can use **as many independent and different command stations simultaneously** as needed | ||
+ | * Random route selection or automatic target search using drag & drop | ||
+ | * Finder option **[[: | ||
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+ | * Schedule operation with multifarious configuration dependencies and time models | ||
+ | * Support of **[[modules: | ||
+ | * Block / routes permissions by parameters such as era, train length, engine type etc. | ||
+ | * Priority and reservation system to avoid getting bogged down in random or automatic mode | ||
+ | * Freely definable dynamic text output for the control of sound programs or external text displays | ||
+ | * Weather simulation with real or model time support, for a broad range of different systems | ||
+ | * Freely adjustable user defined symbols for the **[[: | ||
+ | * Realistic switchboard function with start / finish button control | ||
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+ | * Support **[[: | ||
+ | * Integrated Digital Direct Central Station **[[: | ||
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+ | =====Rocrail - Documentation ===== | ||
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+ | **A user manual with a complete up-to-date description of all the functionality in Rocrail.**\\ | ||
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+ | ===== Rocrail - Community ===== | ||
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+ | Rocrail continually develops thanks to a vibrant community, with a direct dialogue between developers and users in the forum, but also in personal meetings. | ||
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+ | * There is a **[[https:// | ||
+ | * The main language in the forum is English. Everyone is welcome in this international community. | ||
+ | * Due to the number of German-speaking users, there is also a German-language forum, as well as Dutch, French and Italian | ||
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+ | //The whole team hopes that all users have fun and joy with the software. The entire Rocrail team is looking forward to any form of active and constructive participation in the project.\\ | ||
+ | We are always interested in the opinion of users and welcome your feedback in **[[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Rocrail - Software und DIY Hardware ===== | ||
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+ | * The software supports not only many commercialized __**[[: | ||
+ | * GCA __**[[: | ||
+ | * Professional boards and kits can be ordered at a fair price: [[gca: | ||
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+ | ===== Rocrail - Trademark ===== | ||
+ | The name " | ||
+ | Both are officially registered in Germany and the Benelux countries.\\ | ||
+ | * [[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Rocrail - Copyright ===== | ||
+ | **Copyright (c) 2002-2024 Robert Jan Versluis, https:// | ||
+ | All rights reserved.\\ | ||
+ | **Commercial usage recommends a __[[: | ||
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+ | ===== Rocrail - Disclaimer ===== | ||
+ | Using this program is at your own risk.\\ | ||
+ | Robert Jan Versluis can not be held responsible for any damage that the use of this program may cause to your computer, model trains or anything else. \\ | ||
+ | To prevent problems it is strongly recommended to first read the manual.\\ | ||
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