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Automated Operation
An automated station stop slows down the train, waits at the station for a predetermined time, then accelerates
back to its original running speed. Station stops add interest to your open house or public displays.
Automated operation is easily achieved with the RailBoss R/C Control. You just need to add a reed switch to your
locomotive and place some track magnets on your layout.
Automated station stops are initiated by a track magnet placed ahead of the station. The magnet initiates decel-
eration to a stop. You can make as many stops as you like, one magnet per station. When running in both direc-
tions, two magnets per station are required, one for each direction. Place the magnets such that the loco stops at
the same location when running from either direction. The magnet in front of the locomotive when leaving the sta-
tion will be ignored.
The distance the magnet is located from the station will depend on your running speed. Some trial and error will
be required to find the proper location and/or speed.
Automated reversing is accomplished using a second magnet placed about 6” after the decel magnet. This sec-
ond trigger will cause the loco to depart the station in the opposite direction. Magnet spacing requirements vary
with speed of the loco. 12” or greater is a good starting point. As long as the second magnet is crossed prior to
coming to a full stop, it should work.
Caution: Provide end of track bumpers or wheels chocks, just in case.
Radio Shack 1/2” round ceramic magnets make good track magnets. They can be glued to the top of a rail tie or
placed between the ties. Any magnet of suitable size and strength can be used. But they must be located no more
than 1/4” from the reed switch passing overhead. Track magnets mounted higher than the rail tops will be suscep-
tible to damage by track cleaners and snow plows. We recommend using movable magnets (next page).
Station stops are enabled or disabled from the transmitter while the train is running (see Button Command Sum-
mary). During a station stop, transmitter commands are disabled. However, you can give a Faster speed com-
mand to leave the station early. Station stops are enabled at power-on.
Sound Systems
“But I already use magnets to trigger my sound system!” You may have existing track magnets used to trigger the
bell and whistle of your sound system. For example; whistle magnet on the right, bell on the left. RailBoss can
share these same magnets fairly easily. Install your RailBoss reed switch on the same side you use to trigger the
bell. The bell will ring as you approach the station, and the whistle will still blow in your favorite locations.
There are several ways to connect your reed switches. A reed switch at terminals 12,13 is required for automated
station stops. The reed switch will also trigger the bell (if so desired) via the bell sound trigger output to the sound
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