LocoBuffer module for Loconet

USB or RS232

 

LocoBuffer is a hardware device that provides a hardware interface between a Loconet and a RS232 serial port or USB virtual serial port. Takes Loconet commands in and buffers it and sends it out the serial port at 16457 baud in MS100 compatible mode, 19200 or 57600 baud in Locobuffer mode or to the USB. Takes serial port commands in at 16457, 19200 or 57600 baud or from USB and buffers it and sends it out on the Loconet. It also does them both at the same time. The baud rate is jumper selectablefor the RS232 interface and automatic for the USB. It provides all the timing necessary to interface both.
With Locobuffer is it also possible with the help of LocoIO and LocoServo Modules to read feedbacks, switch points and signals without using a Digital command station (IB, TC, … or other).

LocoBuffer Documentation (version 07/10/2008) for self made LocoBuffer (version 3.0).

The PCB made in 3 different versions

Locobuffer with USB and external power supply

Locobuffer with USB and power from the USB cable

Locobuffer with RS232

 

This PCB 7x9cm with code "HDM09USB" with the 2 Programmed PIC with components for building the version "Locobuffer with USB and power from the USB cable", can you purchase for 39,90 Euro at http://www.hetspoor.com

This PCB 7x9cm with code "HDM09SER" with the 1 Programmed PIC with components for building the version "Locobuffer with RS232", can you purchase for 40,90 Euro at http://www.hetspoor.com

This PCB 7x9cm with code "HDM09" without components to make the RS232 version or LocoBuffer with Bluetooth Interface (see at http://www.kevinrowejones.com/locobufferblue/ ) can you purchase for 7 Euro at http://www.hetspoor.com

(look at WEBSHOP -> ELECTRONICS -> HDM) or mail for info at het.spoor@telenet.be (English, Nederlands, Deutsch,Français)

Software to load in PIC 16F873-20/SP or 16F873A-I/SP of LocoBuffer all PCB versions with RS232 version 1.63

info: hans.deloof@compaqnet.be