Alternate Route Button

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Alternate Route Button

Purpose

Is is likely that, between two signals, there is more than one route between them. When setting a route from a signal, the system attempts to find the best route possible. Typically, this means that the most direct path is chosen, when possible. The dispatcher has little control over which route is set - most of the time this is acceptable since the optimal route is used.

In rare cases it is necessary to choose one of the alternate routes. Choosing a specific alternate route is achieved using the Alternate Route Button (UFGT) button.

Operation

UFGT works by finding a route that does not require the throwing of switches. It is the dispatcher's job to first throw the desired switches manually using the WGT button. Once the switches have been thrown, and are in their end positions, press UFGT. Then, press the start and end signal buttons together. No switches will be thrown! If the alternate route exists and can otherwise be set, the rest of the route setting proceeds normally.

Obviously, this requires more work on the part of the dispatcher due to the manual throwing of switches. But, very indirect routes can chosen explicitly.

Revoking and other operations occur normally also.