78-1325-250 5/14 WiFi 6-81325 LCS PDI CABLES use either connector Lionel WiFi Owner's Manual
Congratulations! Y our layout has always been more than the sum of its parts. But until now, combining those parts into a complete system could be a challenge. Lionel’s new Layout Control System or “LCS,” fulfills the LEGACY promise of integrated locomotive and layout control.
What is Lionel’s Layout Control System? LCS doesn’t replace your existing Lionel Legacy Control system. It adds to it! You can control your layout from Lionel Cab Remote controllers or from smart devices like an Apple iPad and run locomotives, operate track switches, accessories and lighting. Create automatic events to control passing locomotives and other layout accessories or switches. LCS is a modular system, with each product offering unique features.
LCS WiFi Module T • • • • he LCS WiFi allows your smart devices to control your layout accessories and, in conjunction with a Lionel command base, your locomotives. LCS Wi-Fi can create its own independent WiFi network or join an existing one. Up to 15 Wi-Fi devices can be connected at once. Each connected device requires software written specifically for the LCS system. Lionel’s LCS App is available as a free download for the iPad.
Installing Your First LCS Device Installing Your First LCS Device T he following section describes installation of a new LCS system. If you already have installed your first LCS component, please skip ahead to the next section titled “Installing additional LCS devices.” When installing a new LCS system, the process you will follow depends on which (if any) Lionel Command Base is to be connected to your LCS system.
Installing a new LCS system with a Legacy Base To install a new LCS system on a layout with a Legacy Command Base: 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off power to your layout and Legacy Base Connect the DC wall-pack to the female cable-mount connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable. Connect the DB-9 connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable to your Legacy Command Base. Connect the LCS PDI cable end of the LCS DB-9 Cable to either connector on your LCS device, such as an LCS WiFi or LCS SensorTrack or any other Layout Control System product.
Installing a new LCS system with a Base-1L To install a new LCS system on a layout with a Base-1L Command Base: 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off power to your layout and Base-1L Connect the DC wall-pack to the female cable-mount connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable. Connect the DB 9 connector of the LCS DB-9 Cable to your Base-1L. Connect the LCS PDI cable end of the LCS DB-9 Cable to either connector on your LCS device, such as an LCS WiFi or LCS SensorTrack or any other Layout Control System product. 5.
Installing LCS with Legacy AND TrainMaster Command Bases T he following instructions apply ONLY if you are using one or more original CAB-1 remotes with a Legacy command base. It is not necessary to follow these instructions to use the CAB-1L remote with a Legacy command base. In order to complete this installation, you will need a CAB-1 remote, an original TMCC Trainmaster command base, a Legacy Command Base with Legacy CAB-2 remote and the Legacy serial Y cable (included with the Legacy command base).
Installing LCS with Legacy AND TrainMaster Command Bases (continued) Your system should resemble the figure below. Figure 6. Installing LCS with Legacy AND TrainMaster Command Bases Once connected and powered-up, the yellow LED on the Legacy Base will blink once every second. With this setup, you can control Lionel locomotives and Layout Control System products using any combination of LEGACY Remotes, CAB-1L remotes and original CAB-1 remotes.
Installing a new LCS system with NO Command Base T he Layout Control System can be used without a Lionel Command base. This would be appropriate for a layout which only uses “conventional” or “transformer-controlled” locomotives or a different type of locomotive control system such as DCC. An LCS WiFi is required, as are one other LCS module (such as ASC2 or BPC2). To install a new LCS system on a layout that does NOT include Lionel Command Base: 1.
Installing additional LCS devices T his section describes adding a new device to an existing Layout Control System installation. If you are installing a brand new LCS system, please refer to the previous section of this document, “Installing Your First LCS Device.” Adding additional LCS devices to an existing Layout Control System requires an additional cable for each new device. These “LCS PDI Cables” come in a variety of pre-made lengths.
Configuring your LCS Device T he illustration below shows the name and location of each switch, connector and indicator light on your LCS WiFi module. The function of each is described on following pages. A – ACCESS POINT or JOIN To NETWORK switch B – WPS ENABLE pushbutton C- LCS PDI cable input—use either connector.
Access Point Mode A ccess Point mode creates an entirely new network, with an SSID of “Lionel LCS – NNNN”. The “NNNN” will represent a unique identifier so that multiple LCS WiFi units may be utilized on a layout. The “NNNN” represents the last 4 digits of the WiFi Radio MAC address which is unique to each LCS WiFi module. To select “ACCESS POINT” mode: 1. If LCS WiFi is connected to a Lionel Command Base, set the “BASE/NO-BASE” switch to “BASE.” If not, set this switch to “NO-BASE.” 2.
BASE / NO BASE W hen operating with a Legacy Base or Base1L the switch should be set to “BASE.” When not connected to a Lionel base the switch must be placed in the “NO BASE” position. In a no-base setup, the LCS WiFi must occupy the first connection in the chain of LCS products. Selecting “NO BASE” will allow the LCS WiFi to operate in non TMCC/Legacy environments, such as Conventional or DCC configurations.
Specifications of the LCS WiFi Mechanical • Size: 3.7” x 2.7” x 1.2” • Mounting: Two #4 pan head sheet metal screws LCS PDI Power Draw • Idle power consumption: 30ma • Operating power consumption: up to 300ma max. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Lionel Limited Warranty Policy & Service Lionel product, including all mechanical and electrical components, moving parts, motors and structural components, with the Tyearhisexception of LIGHT BULBS, LED’s & TRACTION TIRES are warranted to the original owner-purchaser for a period of one from the original date of purchase against original defects in materials or workmanship when purchased through a Lionel Authorized Retailer*.
