An interesting and well-made video. You have gone over all the salient points. As to what videos to make, given that you have invested in this equipment, I would make a video featuring how to programme a timetabled running session with train announcements! Thanks for uploading.
Thank you so much for your videos. You explain everything so well and make it all so easy to follow. I cant wait to see the develpment of Flint Hills 2. Keep up the amazing work !! 😀😀
Thank you very much Geoff for your informative video which I wish I had seen a week ago. I have had a DR5000 for a few years now and in the past week have successfully upgraded my unit to a YaMoRC 7001. I could not get my DR5000 (with the latest firmware) to work with TrainController despite using the correct protocols on both systems. I am hoping this upgrade will solve the problem, if not now but hopefully in the future.
Hi Les , good to hear from you . yes myself and some of my club members have had trouble with their DR5000 connections from time to time be it wifi or USB or protocols . ive had to reset many times back to factory settings on the DR5000 to get it to work again.. the YaMoRC jussimply connected up with no issue today
Well that is very encouraging to hear of your success. I knew others were having problems but blamed myself all the same. As I also wanted to use LocoNet occupation detectors I started to get worried as I am not terribly well acquainted with the various protocols. Having said that I had no problems at all connecting my old ESU EcOS to TrainController. James at DCC Automation pointed me to the upgrade. I will try and have another go this week with the 7001.
Very nice video, thank you! Interesting. I didn't know, that there is new command station, which looks like DR5000 and have same HW :-D I didn't like DR5000, because it has too complicated settings. For some settings should be connected LAN cable, before.
hi , Yes I will integrating my YaMoRC 7001 on to my layout during the week I assume you can purchase through Iron plant Hobbies ?? i'm not sure who the distributor on your side of the pond is yet. cant wait to see you bring this topic up on your channel as you have loads of Sub's so this will generate more interest in YaMoRC . Cheers Geoff
Yes, actually it's a spin-off from the development of our new YD7100 Command Station. We back-ported that development to the DR5000 hardware. Unfortunately the YD7100 is delayed due to chip-shortage. But some parts, a.o. the YD9401 which is also the YD7100's network module, sudden became available. So we thought to do you guys a favor in already bringing it to market 😉
@@yamorc I have been chatting with Ryan at Iron Planet Hobbies, who supports my YT channel, and as soon as he can get the WiFI upgrade chip he is going to send me one so I can do the upgrade and post a video. I am a big fan of what you did at Digikeijs and I am looking forward to the improved hardware/software at YaMoRC. (Any chance you will make an LCC add on/expansion module, we need more LCC command station options other than TCS)
@@HumancityJunction We'll be staring business with Ryan in april. So keep your scanners peeled 😜 For LLC, in Europe that does not ring anybodies bell... But a US special would be possible. Our new YD7100 is designed in a modular way, so that we can add as much extra modules as we need. The first example of that is our YD7101 extension module. You might imagine an LLC module in the same way.
@@yamorc For LCC, I 100% understand. I know it is not big in Europe, but adding LCC to the YD7100, in my opinion, would crush anything else out there. And it's all open source, so I wonder how hard it would be to implement and then provide updates pending interest. Just a thought. Looking forward to getting your products in the US.
hi No its not necessary to do the conversion and it still will be recognised by ITrain . The advantage i have found in updating to YD7001 is much Better Communications between Itrain and supported software, Geoff
@@flinthillsmodelrailway Hi All, I just upgraded today...you don't need passcodes anymore and everything seems smoother...I am also a user of itrain. I needed to change my com port (obviously) but also found that the YD upgrade did not keep my S88 set up. I needed to re-create the S88 in the configuration page of the YD...only took a few seconds but something important to note if you use S88....Best wishes
Very interesting and unusual way for the product (DR5000) to develop. Are the various Digikeijs interface and control modules fully compatible or do we need to do Firmware upgrades to all of those too? I have 2 Lenz boosters set-up with a DR5039 and outputs through DR5088RC modules so would like to be confident before changing the DR5000?
hi , thanks for the reply .. I don't know at present if all modules are fully compatible but I cant think of any reason why they would no t be . I will integrate my YaMorc 7001 on to my layout during the week and i also use dr4018 and DR5008rc units . this i know will work as its connected via Loco net . the plus for me is the easier Lan Connection for running I train instead of using USB. Geoff
@@flinthillsmodelrailway Yes they are. And might even work better than before 😏 There is one new feature in the YD7001, and that is Accessory PoM. Writing works out of the box. But for PoM read, the YD7001 still needs a companion: DR5088RC. Now this DR5088RC would need a FW update to support Accessory PoM Reads. Fore more about that, follow our website.
Hi Alan- YaMoRC - Yet Another Model Railroad Company . I've been waiting to migrate over ever since I learnt of what was happening and as nothing new was coming from Digikeijs . have a look at the YaMoRC website and look at the new products , they will look very familiar
@@flinthillsmodelrailway did have a look through last night, looks like a great alternative.. just wondered what advantages from a performance perspective over the DR5000 and Dr5088rc... I guess the WiFi finally is decent :)
@@flinthillsmodelrailway thanks for posting this video. I am interested to know if the upgraded system has worked well with the Digikeijs digiboost DR5033 and the DR5088RC RAILCOM feedback module.
My dr5000 works faultlessly with JMRI, will I have to change settings in JMRI. I have other modules controlling points etc, these took me a long time to setup will they work with no modifications.😂
hi Alan , during the up grade i first connected via the USB and then via my LAN ie router . Ive connected the YD7001 to my layout tonight for the first time and connected it via the USB to start with and then also via my router . ive yet to disconnect the USB as I've run out of time today
Great video. Thanks for taking the time to go into detail.
Glad it was helpful! Geoff
An interesting and well-made video. You have gone over all the salient points. As to what videos to make, given that you have invested in this equipment, I would make a video featuring how to programme a timetabled running session with train announcements! Thanks for uploading.
Nice and clear upgrade and installation video from DR5000 to the advantages of the YaMoRC YD7001. 👌
thankyou so much for the positive feedback , Geoff
Excellent video. I’ve just used this as a guide to convert my DR5000. Very helpful indeed. Thank you for taking the time to share.
hi Andrew , so pleased you found it useful . Geoff
Thank you so much for your videos. You explain everything so well and make it all so easy to follow. I cant wait to see the develpment of Flint Hills 2. Keep up the amazing work !! 😀😀
That’s very kind of you. I hope the content keeps you interested. Geoff
Thank you very much for this very nice video !!🥰🥰
thankyou Karst, sorry if i missed pronounced your name. I'm just working my way through that Draft Manual as well . Geoff
@@flinthillsmodelrailway You did very well 😁👍
Excel;lent presentation; many thanks
Glad it was helpful
Thank you very much Geoff for your informative video which I wish I had seen a week ago. I have had a DR5000 for a few years now and in the past week have successfully upgraded my unit to a YaMoRC 7001. I could not get my DR5000 (with the latest firmware) to work with TrainController despite using the correct protocols on both systems. I am hoping this upgrade will solve the problem, if not now but hopefully in the future.
Hi Les , good to hear from you . yes myself and some of my club members have had trouble with their DR5000 connections from time to time be it wifi or USB or protocols . ive had to reset many times back to factory settings on the DR5000 to get it to work again.. the YaMoRC jussimply connected up with no issue today
Well that is very encouraging to hear of your success. I knew others were having problems but blamed myself all the same. As I also wanted to use LocoNet occupation detectors I started to get worried as I am not terribly well acquainted with the various protocols. Having said that I had no problems at all connecting my old ESU EcOS to TrainController. James at DCC Automation pointed me to the upgrade. I will try and have another go this week with the 7001.
Fantastic video, many thanks
Very nice video, thank you! Interesting. I didn't know, that there is new command station, which looks like DR5000 and have same HW :-D I didn't like DR5000, because it has too complicated settings. For some settings should be connected LAN cable, before.
I have a DR5000 and I really want to do this update.
I did not realize that you could run the YaMoRC firmware on the DR5000
hi , Yes I will integrating my YaMoRC 7001 on to my layout during the week I assume you can purchase through Iron plant Hobbies ?? i'm not sure who the distributor on your side of the pond is yet. cant wait to see you bring this topic up on your channel as you have loads of Sub's so this will generate more interest in YaMoRC . Cheers Geoff
Yes, actually it's a spin-off from the development of our new YD7100 Command Station. We back-ported that development to the DR5000 hardware.
Unfortunately the YD7100 is delayed due to chip-shortage. But some parts, a.o. the YD9401 which is also the YD7100's network module, sudden became available. So we thought to do you guys a favor in already bringing it to market 😉
@@yamorc I have been chatting with Ryan at Iron Planet Hobbies, who supports my YT channel, and as soon as he can get the WiFI upgrade chip he is going to send me one so I can do the upgrade and post a video. I am a big fan of what you did at Digikeijs and I am looking forward to the improved hardware/software at YaMoRC.
(Any chance you will make an LCC add on/expansion module, we need more LCC command station options other than TCS)
@@HumancityJunction We'll be staring business with Ryan in april. So keep your scanners peeled 😜
For LLC, in Europe that does not ring anybodies bell... But a US special would be possible.
Our new YD7100 is designed in a modular way, so that we can add as much extra modules as we need.
The first example of that is our YD7101 extension module. You might imagine an LLC module in the same way.
@@yamorc For LCC, I 100% understand. I know it is not big in Europe, but adding LCC to the YD7100, in my opinion, would crush anything else out there. And it's all open source, so I wonder how hard it would be to implement and then provide updates pending interest. Just a thought. Looking forward to getting your products in the US.
well made video great help
thankyou so much
Thanks, very helpful!
Two questions please. 1- is it neccesary to perform that Switch from DR5000 to YD7001 ?? 2/- will it be still recognized by ITRAIN ??
hi No its not necessary to do the conversion and it still will be recognised by ITrain . The advantage i have found in updating to YD7001 is much Better Communications between Itrain and supported software, Geoff
@@flinthillsmodelrailway Hi All,
I just upgraded today...you don't need passcodes anymore and everything seems smoother...I am also a user of itrain. I needed to change my com port (obviously) but also found that the YD upgrade did not keep my S88 set up. I needed to re-create the S88 in the configuration page of the YD...only took a few seconds but something important to note if you use S88....Best wishes
Very interesting and unusual way for the product (DR5000) to develop. Are the various Digikeijs interface and control modules fully compatible or do we need to do Firmware upgrades to all of those too? I have 2 Lenz boosters set-up with a DR5039 and outputs through DR5088RC modules so would like to be confident before changing the DR5000?
hi , thanks for the reply .. I don't know at present if all modules are fully compatible but I cant think of any reason why they would no t be . I will integrate my YaMorc 7001 on to my layout during the week and i also use dr4018 and DR5008rc units . this i know will work as its connected via Loco net . the plus for me is the easier Lan Connection for running I train instead of using USB. Geoff
@@flinthillsmodelrailway Yes they are. And might even work better than before 😏
There is one new feature in the YD7001, and that is Accessory PoM. Writing works out of the box. But for PoM read, the YD7001 still needs a companion: DR5088RC. Now this DR5088RC would need a FW update to support Accessory PoM Reads. Fore more about that, follow our website.
Great Video
Does this allow you to use a digitrax ut6de wireless throttle directly with out the need of the ur92 reciever.
Kind regards
Dan
hi, I don't know if the Digitrax throttle works directly but i think it would via loconet . Geoff
when will this command station be in stock?
Ok this got my interest, I’d never heard of this command station…..
Hi Alan- YaMoRC - Yet Another Model Railroad Company . I've been waiting to migrate over ever since I learnt of what was happening and as nothing new was coming from Digikeijs . have a look at the YaMoRC website and look at the new products , they will look very familiar
@@flinthillsmodelrailway did have a look through last night, looks like a great alternative.. just wondered what advantages from a performance perspective over the DR5000 and Dr5088rc... I guess the WiFi finally is decent :)
its connected to the layout and connected to Itrain. I just need some free time to run it hard now
@@flinthillsmodelrailway thanks for posting this video. I am interested to know if the upgraded system has worked well with the Digikeijs digiboost DR5033 and the DR5088RC RAILCOM feedback module.
Very interesting Geoff
thanks for the reply - I will integrate my YaMoRC 7001 on to my layout during the week
My dr5000 works faultlessly with JMRI, will I have to change settings in JMRI. I have other modules controlling points etc, these took me a long time to setup will they work with no modifications.😂
hi I'm not sure about JMRI but i would expect JMRI to be updated to show the YD7001 . all the Digikeijs unit will work with no issues with the YD7001
hiya what softwear u using to do u track plan and to contolr u rolling stock
hi . I use anyrail for my track plan and I use Itrain to control my layout . hope this helps Geoff
@@flinthillsmodelrailway ok i got the itrain 4pro may get the 5
@@simondimps1002 yes I’m using version 5. Sorry I forgot to mention the version
@@flinthillsmodelrailway ok whatys 5 liek over the 4 pro
a lot of the bugs had been fixed and it works better with my DR5000 . Geoff
Great helpful vid. Got mine just waiting for the password email. One question when you did the upgrade did you plug into your PC or router.
hi Alan , during the up grade i first connected via the USB and then via my LAN ie router . Ive connected the YD7001 to my layout tonight for the first time and connected it via the USB to start with and then also via my router . ive yet to disconnect the USB as I've run out of time today
hi you got a new subscriber
hi . thanks for Subscribing . Geoff
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