LocoNet Tools

From Jmri

These tools comprise some programs that you never knew you couldn't live without!

This page attempts to provide an overview of these tools:

The Loconet Monitor

If you want to know what is going on with your Loconet, this is the tool for you. Simply select 'Loconet -> Loconet monitor' and a window similar to this will open:

Now, any Loconet traffic is displayed in this window pretty much as it happens - Pretty cool Huh! In fact, opening this tool and turning your layout power on is one of the best confirmations that all is well if you see the following:

 - The power does indeed come on to your layout - ie, at least that's correct!

 - "Global Power on" appears in the window - ie, your command station can communicate with your computer