Information on self made Rail driving controllers needed
Verfasst: 09.04.2016 20:22:50
For a long time now I have wanted to build a control set-up based on realistic train driver layout , not full sized has I do not have the room.
But at least with the buttons & switches in a standard layout like Sifa . AFB. & the train protection systems along with all the levers & lights for all those & other systems.
I am good with wood being a joiner & other materials so case constructions is not an issue .
I can use Conrad Electronics to source buttons & switches & Pots
Biggest question is of controlling & communication to the PC.
Choice 1 is to use a circuit board from a game pad & wire that up to the switches & drive & brake controls. for a plug & play approach.
Choice 2 Arduino a more flexible method that would also allow me to add things like warning lights , Brake pressure gauges & many other things.
But needs programming to work & will just one Board be able to do all the needed functions ?
I have seen lots done the above item in Simracing , & I have notice a few bits in the main Zusi site going on about converting real life Train controls using Arduino has an micro controller.
All info & tips & advice are most welcome .
I need to gather information on options first so its not a next week project but I hope I can start working on a layout & the space needed inside the case over the next few months.
Thanks in advance John Spooner.
But at least with the buttons & switches in a standard layout like Sifa . AFB. & the train protection systems along with all the levers & lights for all those & other systems.
I am good with wood being a joiner & other materials so case constructions is not an issue .
I can use Conrad Electronics to source buttons & switches & Pots
Biggest question is of controlling & communication to the PC.
Choice 1 is to use a circuit board from a game pad & wire that up to the switches & drive & brake controls. for a plug & play approach.
Choice 2 Arduino a more flexible method that would also allow me to add things like warning lights , Brake pressure gauges & many other things.
But needs programming to work & will just one Board be able to do all the needed functions ?
I have seen lots done the above item in Simracing , & I have notice a few bits in the main Zusi site going on about converting real life Train controls using Arduino has an micro controller.
All info & tips & advice are most welcome .
I need to gather information on options first so its not a next week project but I hope I can start working on a layout & the space needed inside the case over the next few months.
Thanks in advance John Spooner.