Additional piece of software to take care ofĬ) Same as B, but via WiFi: Connecting to the telemetry server via WiFi (e.g. Arduino Nano, which controls the lights and switches) and other way around.
Allen bradley control panel for no limits 2 coaster serial#
Can only be optimized for one kind of coster, alternatively must have multiple modes for variing dispatch delays etc.ī) Using Telemetry Server locally: A script can parse the status from the local telemetry server, send serial commands to the control panel (e.g. Player must ensure that panel and NL2 are in the same state How will the panel communicate with NL2? There are several options:Ī) HID-device: Simulating a keyboard, to send corresponding hotkeys.
What makes this Control Panel so unique is the USB port custom made from a USB A to B converter that we attached to a plastic cap of the same conduit hole size. We used Allen Bradley enclosure and push buttons for this one. Possible Floor-controls will be left out for now and must be automated with dispatch sequence. Coaster Panels American Hand Crafted Control Panels compatible with No Limits 1 and No Limits 2. E-Stop, Turn-to-release-Button, (not sure if lighted) Harness open/close, Rotate Switch, no light Gates open/close, Rotate Switch, no light
As I'm far from being a Pro, I consider the main functions as necessary: First thought must be put into what should be controlled. Nevertheless I try to reassemble a more or less realistic experience. I will be choosing components of "medium" quality, meaning very high quality for a toy, but maybe not the best quality for a real setup. I'm planning to keep costs (excluding programming work) below 100€. Having seen LevInvention's, Jonathan's and numerous other's work in this field, I will take a slightly more simple approach. As a surprise, I'm attempting to build a cheap control panel myself and thought, why not take you all on the journey. He (and me as well) loves it as he can be the operator himself. As my son is a HUGE rollercoaster fan, I've recently bought NL2.