Using Infra-red Function Module FB-B

The FB-B controls the following functions:

Connection 1 = Set speed to drive position 0 (stop)
Functions like an infra-red stop module.
The vehicle brakes and stops. Stop light turns on automatically.

Connection 2 = Hazard flashers on
The vehicle switches both indicators on.
The photosensor or the DCC controller cannot switch the indicators off, only an FB infra-red function module can.

Connection 3 = Hazard Flashers/Indicators off
The vehicle switches both right and left indicators off.
The DCC controller can now control the indicators again.

Connection 4 = Blue lights on
The vehicle switches its blue lights on.
The DCC controller cannot switch the blue lights off, only an FB infra-red function module can.

Connection 5 = Blue lights off
The vehicle switches its blue lights off.
The DCC controller can now control the blue lights again.

Connection 6 = Front flashing light on
The vehicle switches its front flashing lights on.
The DCC controller cannot switch the lights off, only an FB infra-red function module can.

Connection 7 = Front flashing light off
The vehicle switches its front flashing lights off.
The DCC controller can now control the lights again.

Connection 8 = Set speed to drive position 28
The speed is set to drive position 28 (maximum speed)

With this unit the basic functions of a fire-engine or municipal vehicle can be controlled.

Example, exit from fire station:

Note: A fire engine should always be fitted with a reed switch so that the power can be turned completely off. When stopped by an infra-red signal the electronics are still switched on and this drains the battery. A magnetic coil should be used to stop the fire engine when parked inside the fire station.

Two infra-red LEDs are needed. (the numbers mark the connection)

Fire station --> 4 --> exit --> 6 -->>

LED 4 puts on the blue light
LED 6 puts on the front warning lights

Example, arrival at and departure from the fire:

Arrival:

Two infra-red LEDs are needed. (the numbers mark the connection)

--> 7 -- Fire --> X

LED 7 turns the front warning lights off
LED X stops the fire engine (connection 1)

Departure:

An additional infra-red LED is needed (the numbers mark the connection)

Fire X --> 5 -->>

LED X is switched off or switched to connection 8 (full speed)
LED 5 turns off the blue light

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Disclaimer:
This page has been translated, with permission, from a page on Claus Ilchmann’s web site.
The original page, in German, is located here.
This translation is provided with no guarantee of accuracy or liability for errors.
Should you decide to use the DC-Car system then you should check that the functionality meets your needs by reference to the manufacturer’s web site.