I had an issue with DCC-EX and JMRI where the programming track would not be turned on automatically and I struggled configuring decoders for Roco or Piko engines. I decided to take a look and upgrade DCC-EX at the same time.
Upgrading from 5.0.9 to 5.4.6
As usual, I download the zip file from the release page:
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| https://github.com/DCC-EX/CommandStation-EX/releases |
I then extract the zip file and double click on the "CommandStation-EX.ino" file that opens the Arduino IDE and all the related files.
Customizing DCC-EX code
For the display, I have to adjust some code to display exactly what I want. I also provide here the config files.
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| CommandStation-EX.ino |
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| CommandStation-EX.ino |
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| CommandDistributor.cpp |
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| WifiInterface.cpp |
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| myAutomation.h |
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| mySetup.h |
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| config.h |
I can then compile and upload the code to the Arduino.
Testing the new release and config
And now, I have the new version and the programming track always on!
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| Positions of the wires for the Wifi module |
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| Positions of the wires for the display and the 2 sets of tracks |
Success!
It's now working for Piko engines, and likely for the Roco too:
