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GCA1001 > Multi functional LocoIo interface

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By Rob Versluis and Peter Giling

Description

LocoNet has proofed to be a reliable network for the Modelrailroad hobbyist.
So it was just a matter of time, before LocoNet was also introduced inside the more
and more expanding WIO family.
That is.. until now!
GCA1001 is there.

Features

  1. Ethernet interface between Rocrail and LocoNet (depending of RPI PICO choice)
  2. WiFi interface between Rocrail and LocoNet
  3. control of 4 servomotors
  4. 2 x 8 ports separately configurable for input or output
  5. I2C connection i.e. for display
  6. WS2812b Led control
  7. 12V dc input
  8. standard 2 x RJ12 LocoNet connectors for I/O
  9. GCA SUB-D connectors
  10. With connected Booster Satellite even useable as DCC central station


Hardware files

Jumper settings

JP1 function
connect the needed 15mA current source to locoNet line.
Remove when LocoNet central station with railsync is used


JP2 function
Only to be set if D8 is NOT mounted
wio_loconet_01.1768996340.txt.gz · Last modified: 2026/01/21 12:52 by phg