TAMS PhoneControl User manual

PhoneControl
Telephone adapter for
digital control EasyControl
Art.-Nr. 25-01-120 / 25-01-121
Manual

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Inhaltsverzeichnis
1. What is PhoneControl? 3
2. Getting started 3
3. Connecting the PhoneControl 4
4. Functional test 5
5. PhoneControl operation 6
6. Technical specifications 7
7. CE-Certification, EMC and warranty 8

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1. What is PhoneControl?
The PhoneControl is an adapter for connecting a commercial cordless telephone to the digital
model railway controller EasyControl. It allows you to use the telephone´s hand set as external
cordless control device. The adapter is connected to the EasyNet in addition to the central unit
MasterControl.
The PhoneControl receives the control instructions from the cordless telephone and sends them to
the MasterControl which passes on the instructions to the various decoders (locomotive, function,
points or switching decoder) on your layout. The PhoneControl does not allow access to data in
the locomotive database of the MasterControl or changing of the data.
The following cordless telephones do not operate with the PhoneControl:
§None known at present.
2. Getting started
Checking contents
Please make sure that your package contains:
§telephone adapter PhoneControl,
§patch-cable (RJ45) for connecting the PhoneControl to the MasterControl,
§telephone connecting lead (RJ12) for connecting the telephone´s base station,
§this manual.
Safety instructions
The PhoneControl should only be used in digital model railways in concordance with these
instructions. It is not suitable for use by children under 14. Incorrect use can be dangerous. In
particular there is a risk of electric shock through contact with metal parts under power, especially
when an incorrect voltage is used, or when operated in a too humid or wet environment.
Therefore the following precations should be observed:
§Wiring should only be carried out when the control is disconnected.
§Only operate indoors in a dry environment.
§Only use proprietry transformers with the correct voltage.
§Only connect the transformer in an authorised manner to the house power supply.
§Use adequatly thick cable for all wiring. Too thin a cable can overheat.
§If the layout is exposed to condensation, allow at least two hours for drying out.

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3. Connecting the PhoneControl
Connect the EasyNet interface of the PhoneControl via a patch cable (RJ45-cable) to the EasyNet
interface of the MasterControl. Any Ethernet patch cable (used in computer networks) will work.
You can interrupt or restore the connection of the PhoneControl to the EasyNet at any time – also
during operation.
Connect the cordless telephone´s docking station via a telephone connecting lead (RJ12 cable) to
the telephone interface of the PhoneControl. The PhoneControl ist not designed for the connection
of standard telephones.
Connecting several decentralised control devices or adapters
You may connect up to 64 decentralised control devices or adapters to one EasyNet. If you intend
to connect more than one control device you will also need:
§up two control devices: a distributor BusControl (optional extra). The BusControl is sufficient
to control max. nine control devices. If you intend to connect further devices you need
additional BusControls.
§up five control devices: an additional AC power pack (optional extra). An additional AC Power
Pack is sufficient to supply eight further control devices. If you intend to connect further
devices you need additional power packs.
Also see the BusControl’s manual.
1 Telephone
2 External power supply
3 EasyNet
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Functional test
Test the functioning after having connected the PhoneControl to the MasterControl and to the
Test the functioning after having connected the PhoneControl to the MasterControl and to the
telephone´s docking station. First switch on the hand set („lift the telephone earphone“). Next
push the button go at the MasterControl and then the button 9 (= stop ) on the hand set. After
having pushed the button 9 "STOP" should be shown in the display of the PhoneControl (or of the
MasterContol if you have a PhoneControl without display of it´s own).
In case that the test is not successfull,
§your cordless telephone might not operate with the PhoneControl (see section 1);
§an external power supply may be required (see following sections);
§the cordless telephone´s pin connections may differ from the connection of the
PhoneControl´s telephone interface (see following sections).
External power supply
The internal power supply of the PhoneControl is sufficient for operation with most cordless
telephones. Some telephones need a higher voltage than supplied by the PhoneControl.
In case the functional test is not successful first check if the cordless telephone needs a higher
voltage supply, by connecting an AC transformer with 16 – 18 V and minimum 500 mA to the
PhoneControl´s transformer interface in addition.
Pin connection of the telephone interface
Two different types of pin connection are in use with cordless telephones. However, you cannot
identify which type is used with your telephone from outside. The PhoneControl is preset to the
widest spread type.
In case the functional test is not successful and the connection of an external power supply does not
bring the PhoneControl into operation you should alter the pin connection of the PhoneControl´s
telephone interface. Here unscrew the cover and swap the jumpers´ position from 1-2 to 2-3.
Standard connection: Differing connection:
Layout of the jumpers: 1-2. Layout of the jumpers: 2-3.

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5. PhoneControl Operation
When the hand set is connected with the EasyNet you can:
§select addresses of locomotive and function decoders,
§enter control instructions for locomotive and function decoders and
§enter switching instructions for points and switching decoders.
Unlike the external control device LokControl, you cannot read or alter data from the locomotive
database of the connected MasterControl or alter configuration variables of locomotive and
function decoders for the DCC format via maintrack programming.
Please note: Before entering instructions you first should switch on the hand set. Many cordless
telephones can be preset to automatic switching on as soon as the hand set is taken out off the
docking station.
Display
The PhoneControl is available with display as well as without display. Devices with display show
the last called decoder address, the locomotive’s name (if set), the corresponding data format, the
set speed level, the driving direction and the switched-on functions. The display shows as well, if
an active locomotive is accessable or not for other control units.
Selection mode
In the selection mode you can select the addresses of locomotive or function decoders you want
to enter control instruction for, or make a reset of the PhoneControl. In order to access the
selection push:
0and afterwards *
In the selection mode there are the following possibilities:
99 and afterwards #Select a locomotive adress, example: address 99. After pushing #the
PhoneControl switches automatically to the control mode.
*Delete input
8 times *Reset the EasyControl. After a reset the PhoneControl switches
automatically to the control mode.
Control mode
In the control mode you can enter control instructions for locomotive and function decoders and
switching instructions for points and switching decoders. After having switched on the layout,
after a reset released by the PhoneControl or after having selected a locomotive address the
PhoneControl switches automatically to the control mode. To switch directly from the selection
mode to the control mode push:
0and afterwards #

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Control instructions for locomotive and function decoders
1Reduce the speed level by one level
2Change the direction of travel
3Increase the speed level by one level
4Reduce the speed level by four levels
5not used
6Increase the speed level by four levels
7Corresponds to button go
8not used
9Corresponds to button stop
*and afterwards 1Switch a function, in this example function f1. In oder to switch the
functions f0 and f2 to f8 enter the corresponding number instead of "1".
*and afterwards #Accesses the previously selected locomotive. This function allows to
switch easily and quickly between two locomotive addresses you want
to control simultaneously.
Switching instructions for points and switching decoders
#and afterwards 87 Select the adress of a points or switching decoder, example: address 87
afterwards #Points direction “straight on” or switching decoder output “on”
or afterwards *Points direction “branching” or switching decoder output “off”
Special features
The hand set allows you to call existing double tractions and to enter control instructions for the
first locomotive in a double traction. You can also cancel existing double tractions but it is not
possible to create a double traction with the hand set
In order to lock an address you have to enter the locomotive address twice – exactly the same
way as with the Master or the LokControl. To make these entries you have to go back to the
selection mode after you have entered the address for the first time and enter the address again.

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6. Technical Specifications
Power supply: via EasyNet
Power consumption (without consumer): approx. 150 mA
Interfaces: EasyNet
Protection: IP 00
Ambient temperature while operating: 0 - + 60 °C
Ambient temperature while not operating: -10 bis + 80 °C
Maximum humidity: max. 85 %
Dimensions: approx. 100 x 90 x 35 mm
7. CE-Certification, EMC and warranty
CE-Certification
This product is developed and tested in accordance with the European standards EN 55014-1 and
EN 61000-6-3. This product conforms with the EC- directive 2004/108/EG on electromagnetic
radiation and is therefore CE certified.
EMC declaration
To guarantee the electromagnetic tolerance in operation you must take the following precautions:
§Connect the transformer only to an approved mains socket installed by an authorised
electrician.
§Make no changes to the original parts and accurately follow the instructions included with this
manual.
§Use only original spare parts if you have to repair module.
Guarantee Conditions
This product carries a two year garantee covering material defect and fabrication errors. We also
guarantee the adherence to the product specifications, as long as the operation of this product
has been conducted according to the instructions in this manual. Claims will be satisfied either
through repair or replacement, failing this a reimbursement of the purchase price will be
considered.
Claims that exceed the requirements of German law are not covered, in particular for damage or
injury that may be brought in connection with the use of this product. Further more the following
cases invalidate this guarantee:
§damage through incorrect or careless use,
§when the product has been modified or tampered with,
§when the product has been overloaded or connected to a incorrect power supply,
§damages caused by external influences i.e. a third party or an accident.