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Charlie: /* What do the buttons mean? */

2011-11-07T21:57:18Z

What do the buttons mean?

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	* '''ZBF''' is an operator and will help you to connect to trains in the yard. Just enter the train number when prompted.		* '''ZBF''' is an operator and will help you to connect to trains in the yard. Just enter the train number when prompted.

	* The blue buttons are your neighbours, outside of the yard.		* The blue buttons are your typically neighbours, outside of the yard.

	* for example, Baf and Bao are areas within Braunschweig that have their own managers. You will need to communicate with them when moving traffic in and out of those areas.		* Some buttons are for areas close to your area, but have their own managers. These areas include freight or shunting yards. In Braunschweig, for example, Baf and Bao are areas within Braunschweig that have their own managers. You will need to communicate with them when moving traffic in and out of those areas.

	* '''BASA''' is a communication line used exclusively by switch greasers. RF is used by shunt drivers.		* '''BASA''' is a communication line used exclusively by switch greasers. RF is used by shunt drivers.

Charlie: /* What do the buttons mean? */

2011-11-07T21:55:28Z

What do the buttons mean?

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	* The blue buttons are your neighbours, outside of the yard.		* The blue buttons are your neighbours, outside of the yard.

	* ~~i.e.~~ Baf and Bao are areas within Braunschweig that have their own managers. You will need to communicate with them when moving traffic in and out of those areas.		* for example, Baf and Bao are areas within Braunschweig that have their own managers. You will need to communicate with them when moving traffic in and out of those areas.

	* '''BASA''' is a communication line used exclusively by switch greasers. RF is used by shunt drivers.		* '''BASA''' is a communication line used exclusively by switch greasers. RF is used by shunt drivers.
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	* '''Sig''' is to call the technician, i.e. in case of signal failures		* '''Sig''' is to call the technician, i.e. in case of signal failures

	* '''Telefon''' is to call a dispatcher, other ~~then~~ your direct neighbour ( [[File:Lineops_small_logo.png‎\|inline\|16px]] More information in the [[Line Operations Manual#Telephone\|Line Operations Manual]])		* '''Telefon''' is to call a dispatcher other than your direct neighbour ( [[File:Lineops_small_logo.png‎\|inline\|16px]] More information in the [[Line Operations Manual#Telephone\|Line Operations Manual]])

	==Functionality==		==Functionality==

ErwinL: /* What do the buttons mean? */

2011-11-07T20:56:52Z

What do the buttons mean?

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	* '''Sig''' is to call the technician, i.e. in case of signal failures		* '''Sig''' is to call the technician, i.e. in case of signal failures

	* '''Telefon''' is to call a dispatcher, other then your direct neighbour (~~available during~~ Line Operations ~~only~~)		* '''Telefon''' is to call a dispatcher, other then your direct neighbour ( [[File:Lineops_small_logo.png‎\|inline\|16px]] More information in the [[Line Operations Manual#Telephone\|Line Operations Manual]])

	==Functionality==		==Functionality==

ErwinL: /* Calling an other Dispatcher */

2011-11-07T20:53:09Z

Calling an other Dispatcher

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	Neighbours can also manage and issue written orders to trains on your behalf – refer to the chapter on Written Orders.		Neighbours can also manage and issue written orders to trains on your behalf – refer to the chapter on Written Orders.

	~~===Calling an other Dispatcher===~~
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	~~You can call a dispatcher who is operating on the same line (i.e. the Linke Rheinstrecke from Koblenz to Köln) using the telephone.~~
	~~Pressing the '''Telefon''' button on the communication panel will show you your telephone.~~

	~~[[File:Communication_telephone.png‎\|none\|146px]]~~

	~~Example: Dial 94291-422 (without the dash) to call the dispatcher of Remagen.~~

	~~Refer to the [[Telephone Directory Linke Rheinstrecke (Rheingold project)]] for all other numbers.~~



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ErwinL at 20:38, 7 November 2011

2011-11-07T20:38:52Z

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	Neighbours can also manage and issue written orders to trains on your behalf – refer to the chapter on Written Orders.		Neighbours can also manage and issue written orders to trains on your behalf – refer to the chapter on Written Orders.

			===Calling an other Dispatcher===
			{{EnglishLineOpsFeat}}
			You can call a dispatcher who is operating on the same line (i.e. the Linke Rheinstrecke from Koblenz to Köln) using the telephone.
			Pressing the '''Telefon''' button on the communication panel will show you your telephone.

			[[File:Communication_telephone.png‎\|none\|146px]]

			Example: Dial 94291-422 (without the dash) to call the dispatcher of Remagen.

			Refer to the [[Telephone Directory Linke Rheinstrecke (Rheingold project)]] for all other numbers.



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ErwinL: /* What do the buttons mean? */

2011-11-07T20:21:17Z

What do the buttons mean?

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	===What do the buttons mean?===		===What do the buttons mean?===
	* ZBF is an operator and will help you to connect to trains in the yard. Just enter the train number when prompted.		* '''ZBF''' is an operator and will help you to connect to trains in the yard. Just enter the train number when prompted.

	* The blue buttons are your neighbours, outside of the yard.		* The blue buttons are your neighbours, outside of the yard.
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	* i.e. Baf and Bao are areas within Braunschweig that have their own managers. You will need to communicate with them when moving traffic in and out of those areas.		* i.e. Baf and Bao are areas within Braunschweig that have their own managers. You will need to communicate with them when moving traffic in and out of those areas.

	* BASA is a communication line used exclusively by switch greasers. RF is used by shunt drivers.		* '''BASA''' is a communication line used exclusively by switch greasers. RF is used by shunt drivers.

	* 112 is the emergency services hotline, i.e., Police and Ambulance.		* '''112''' is the emergency services hotline, i.e., Police and Ambulance.

	* Sig is to call the technician, i.e. in case of signal failures		* '''Notruf''' is to place a emergency call to all trains in your dispatching area, i.e. to ask train drivers to stop immediately.

			* '''Sig''' is to call the technician, i.e. in case of signal failures

			* '''Telefon''' is to call a dispatcher, other then your direct neighbour (available during Line Operations only)

	==Functionality==		==Functionality==

ErwinL: /* Communication Panel */

2011-11-07T20:09:02Z

Communication Panel

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	==Communication Panel==		==Communication Panel==
	[[File:~~Communicatie_paneel~~.png\|none]]		[[File:Communication_panel.png\|none]]

	===To accept a call===		===To accept a call===

Charlie: /* Issuing an Oral Order to Pass a Signal at Stop (Shunt Movement) */

2011-10-09T20:18:37Z

Issuing an Oral Order to Pass a Signal at Stop (Shunt Movement)

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	Issuing an order to a shunt driver to pass a signal is much simpler - you need only tell the driver which signal you wish him to pass. To do this, you must first call the driver. Choose the conversation button that says '''XYZ, you have authority to pass signal 123.''' The driver of XYZ will repeat the order, to confirm.		Issuing an order to a shunt driver to pass a signal is much simpler - you need only tell the driver which signal you wish him to pass. To do this, you must first call the driver. Choose the conversation button that says '''XYZ, you have authority to pass signal 123.''' The driver of XYZ will repeat the order, to confirm.

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			The train '''must''' be stopped in order to issue an oral order to a driver.
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	===Calling a Neighbour===		===Calling a Neighbour===

Charlie: /* Issuing a Written Order to Pass a Signal at Stop (Train Movement) */

2011-10-09T20:18:01Z

Issuing a Written Order to Pass a Signal at Stop (Train Movement)

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	Repeat for each signal you need to add to the list. Most of the time, you'll only need to write one signal. When you're sure the order is correct, press the '''Issue'' button, and complete the call.		Repeat for each signal you need to add to the list. Most of the time, you'll only need to write one signal. When you're sure the order is correct, press the '''Issue'' button, and complete the call.

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			The train '''must''' be stopped in order to issue a written order to a driver.
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	====Issuing an Oral Order to Pass a Signal at Stop (Shunt Movement)====		====Issuing an Oral Order to Pass a Signal at Stop (Shunt Movement)====

Charlie: /* Issuing a Written Order to Pass a Signal at Stop */

2011-10-09T20:12:48Z

Issuing a Written Order to Pass a Signal at Stop

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	Once you reach the driver, you have to option to give him instructions. The available options depend upon where he is, whether you have prepared orders for him, etc.		Once you reach the driver, you have to option to give him instructions. The available options depend upon where he is, whether you have prepared orders for him, etc.

	====Issuing a Written Order to Pass a Signal at Stop====		====Issuing a Written Order to Pass a Signal at Stop (Train Movement)====

	[[File:Signal_wo_example.png\|thumb\|340px]]		[[File:Signal_wo_example.png\|thumb\|340px]]
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	Sometimes it is necessary to let a train driver know that he may proceed beyond a signal, even though the signal is showing a STOP aspect. This is done by issuing a written order. This provides a paper trail so that there is a physical record of the order being issued.		Sometimes it is necessary to let a train driver know that he may proceed beyond a signal, even though the signal is showing a STOP aspect. This is done by issuing a written order. This provides a paper trail so that there is a physical record of the order being issued.

	To issue such an order, call a train driver. When he answers, press the conversation button that says "Here Dispatcher XYZ. I have a written order to pass a signal showing stop." You will then be presented with an piece of paper with some handwriting indicating the train for which order is intended, the date, time, the name of the driver, the name of the dispatcher, etc. In the middle is a table. This table is where signal names are written.		To issue such an order, call a train driver. When he answers, press the conversation button that says '''Here Dispatcher XYZ. I have a written order to pass a signal showing stop.''' You will then be presented with an piece of paper with some handwriting indicating the train for which order is intended, the date, time, the name of the driver, the name of the dispatcher, etc. In the middle is a table. This table is where signal names are written.

	The signals must be written in the order that the driver will encounter them. To add a signal, move your mouse to the middle column. A text box will appear in the topmost empty row of the table. Begin typing the signal name. If the name exists, it will be suggested.		The signals must be written in the order that the driver will encounter them. To add a signal, move your mouse to the middle column. A text box will appear in the topmost empty row of the table. Begin typing the signal name. If the name exists, it will be suggested.
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	[[File:Signal_wo_complete.png]]		[[File:Signal_wo_complete.png]]

	Repeat for each signal you need to add to the list. Most of the time, you'll only need to write one signal. When you're sure the order is correct, press the Issue button, and complete the call.		Repeat for each signal you need to add to the list. Most of the time, you'll only need to write one signal. When you're sure the order is correct, press the '''Issue'' button, and complete the call.

			====Issuing an Oral Order to Pass a Signal at Stop (Shunt Movement)====

			Issuing an order to a shunt driver to pass a signal is much simpler - you need only tell the driver which signal you wish him to pass. To do this, you must first call the driver. Choose the conversation button that says '''XYZ, you have authority to pass signal 123.''' The driver of XYZ will repeat the order, to confirm.

	===Calling a Neighbour===		===Calling a Neighbour===