West Coast Main Line - Trent Valley
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1. sath ile fossae ___ 29 9 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS oe REN chess eae t awe DEN YR C URN ER tas Sewanee beeen evo qaid Quit n 30 Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 2 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley Route Information 1 1 History With a need to provide a more direct route to the North West of England the Trent Valley Line was built and opened in 1847 Construction started in November 1845 marked with a ceremonial sod cutting at Tamworth by Sir Robert Peel on 13 November The Trent Valley Line was opened during 1847 and now forms part of what is called the West Coast Main Line WCML 2 Electrification The line was electrified during the 1960s to the 25kV AC system As one of the earlier routes to be energised it features catenary equipment which utilises heavier engineered portal structures compared with later more modern systems During modernisation of the route between 2004 and 2008 the catenary was upgraded by replacing many of components mounted to the existing portals this is now referred to as equipment 1 3 2004 2008 Route Modernisation At a cost of around 350 million Network Rail has carried out significant upgrading of the route Prior to 2004 the Trent Valley section of the West Coast Main Line had an mile 18 km long section of track between Tamworth and Armitage that was only double track With plans to2. 2992 imi a cece Neutral sections are marked for drivers with signs as shown above A white on black sign marks the approach to the neutral section giving drivers time to prepare the train to pass it A black on white sign marks the beginning of the neutral section itself Track magnets automatically open and close the train s main circuit breaker either side of the neutral section Entering a neutral section under power is permitted but discouraged Power will be instantly cut off jolting your passengers Do not stop your train within a neutral section Neutral section locations are also marked on the route map on page 4 3 6 DRA Driver s Reminder Appliance When the DRA switch is set to the on position indicated by the switch illuminating red traction power cannot be obtained This is designed to help mitigate against the risk of signals being passed at danger after station stops where last signal passed was displaying a caution aspect To obtain traction power again the driver must ensure the Throttle Brake Lever is in the brake position then switch off the DRA If the Throttle Brake Lever is in a power notch then Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 15 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley it will need to be returned to the brake position before taking power 3 7 Low Speed Button The Low Speed Button can be used for slow speed
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4. There are two pairs of grids mounted between the running rails Both pairs consist of an arming and a trigger grid The first pair the Overspeed Sensor OSS are positioned on approach to the protected signal The other pair of grids are mounted back to back at the signal location and these form the Train Stop Sensor TSS The emergency train brakes are automatically applied if a train passes over an active Overspeed Sensor faster than a predetermined speed for that location The brakes are also applied if a train passes over an active Train Stop Sensor at any speed as the signal it is protecting must be at danger After passing a signal displaying a caution aspect single yellow it is advisable to reduce your train speed to anticipate the approach to the next signal It may be at danger and therefore the TPWS Overspeed Sensor will be active and will trip an emergency stop if your train speed is greater than the predetermined approach speed when you pass over it Many platforms with buffer stops are protected by Mini Overspeed Sensors usually set with a trigger speed of around 2mph It is advisable to enter these platforms no faster than Omph Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 27 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 7 Procedural Flora This route has been designed making full use of the simulator s procedural flora functionality We have designed all new ground texture
5. Indicator 20 M P H Speed Restriction Temporary speed restrictions are normally put in place when engineering works and track maintenance is taking place These temporary speed restrictions are advised in the drivers weekly operating notice and in this simulation are advised in your scenario briefing The normal sequence of trackside signage is shown above However when line speeds need to be reduced at short notice they are referred to as an Emergency Speed Restriction and are additionally protected by providing an Emergency Indicator prior to the temporary speed restriction warning board The emergency indicator has two synchronous flashing white lights Temporary Sign Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Description Emergency Indicator Warning Board Repeater Warning Board Restriction Directional Arrow Restriction Speed Indicator Restriction Termination Indicator Restriction Spate Indicator Instruction to Driver This sign warns that there is a warning board ahead for an emergency speed restriction that has not been previously advised This sign provides warning of a restriction speed indicator ahead This sign provides a reminder of a restriction speed indicator ahead It is normally used where a driver has set off from a platform after passing a warning board This sign is always associated with either a warning board a speed indicator or a spate indicator Thi
6. accommodate the new and faster Pendolino trains it became clear that this could not be done in parallel with the existing slower local services The solution was to increase the number of tracks between Armitage and Tamworth This upgrade provides four tracks throughout the route from Nuneaton to Colwich Junction Work started in 2004 with the need for substantial civil engineering works including bridge replacement and removal of level crossings at Hademore The new four track section was commissioned in 2008 Additional works were carried out between Rugby and Brinklow This increased the existing three tracks to four The main bottleneck that remains on the route is the 2 mile long section of double track north of Colwich Junction that passes through Shugborough Tunnel During the modernisation project the whole of the Trent Valley line was resignalled with a large number of new signal gantries being erected and provision being made for bi directional running on a large proportion of the main line 1 4 Nuneaton North Chord As part of a nationwide project to free up space on the network a new rail chord was built north of Nuneaton station and opened to traffic late in 2012 The new chord allows northbound freight traffic to travel through Nuneaton station without blocking passenger service routing on the main line This is part of a wider programme to create a route for larger 9 6 containers between the port of Felixstowe and the Midland
7. The interconnecting automatic door is functional and can be opened by clicking on the illuminated door open button T d b a As each DMOS vehicle in a train remembers the current camera position it is possible to choose your preferred passenger compartment view in the rear DMOS vehicle then toggle between this view and the front cabin view using the Next and Previous Rail Vehicle buttons on the HUD or by pressing CTRL and together on the keyboard Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 18 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 3 13 PIS On train Announcements All included Quick Drive scenarios have been provided with Passenger Information System Announcements configured to operate when driving the Class 350 1 train When driving other trains and locomotives that are not equipped with a compatible on board Passenger Information System you will not hear any announcements 3 14 Speed Boards and the HUD ql N L di 2 C sz A On the West Coast Main Line there are EPS Speed Signs Enhanced Permissible Speed as well as the standard speed signs When driving a Quick Drive scenario from the main menu you will always be shown the enhanced speeds on the HUD If you have chosen to drive a multiple unit then these HUD speeds will apply to your train If however you are driving a locomotive you will need to obe
8. line ahead may be occupied Proceed cautiously towards the next stop signal stop board or buffer stops Be prepared to stop short of any obstruction The associated main aspect where provided may be passed at danger Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 21 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley At Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal DIRFT there are fixed aspect danger signals on the departure and arrival lines These ground mounted signals always display a main danger aspect then in addition they display a PLS to allowa train to pass If the PLS is not illuminated then you will need to contact the signaller for permission to pass 4 5 Entering an Occupied Section of Track During a scenario your train may be scheduled to enter a platform or section of track that is already occupied by another train or rolling stock In this situation you should stop at the red signal protecting this section of track as normal Once your train has stopped press the TAB key on your keyboard to request permission from the signalling centre to enter the occupied section of track When your train movement is approved the signal will illuminate the two white lights on the position light signal if it has one 4 6 Repeater Signals and Primary Route Indicators Standard banner repeater signals indicate whether the signal ahead is displaying a proceed aspect or is at danger Modern fibre optic b
9. movements such as carriage washing The button illuminates when operational and limits the power output from the Throttle Brake Controller to notch It also automatically shuts off the power when the train reaches 2mph but it does NOT control the speed of the train The driver must monitor the train speed and use the brake to reduce speed on falling gradients 3 8 Passenger Information System PIS The driver can cycle through available PIS destination displays using the left and right arrow soft keys on the PIS panel in the cabin When active these destinations and associated messages are displayed on the PIS panel passenger compartment overhead display DMOS body side displays and exterior train end displays as shown above Passenger compartment overhead displays are updated for 60 seconds during audio announcements to show the next station stop During career and quick drive scenarios destination displays also get updated automatically when an audio announcement is broadcast Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 16 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley Full PIS system technical information is provided at the end of this document for scenario writers 3 9 Train Management System TMS The TMS provides information about the current state of the train Above left it shows a current train formation of 8 cars and an analogue clock Above right shows the exterior lighting page th
10. of the train has cleared this sign before increasing train speed To assist the driver the Train Length Button is provided To use this system press the button once when the driving cab is parallel with the sign you will hear a single low audio tone to confirm the measurement system is active Once the rear vehicle has cleared this same location the driver will hear two short audio tones to confirm this 2 7 Automatic Warning System Self test AWS When the reverser has been moved from OFF to Forward or Reverse for the first time the automatic warning system self test will commence This is an audible continuous horn which is cancelled by pressing the AWS Reset button or Q on the keyboard Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 10 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 3 The Class 350 1 Electric Multiple Unit 3 Train Overview The fleet of 30 x 4 car Class 350 1 trains are formed of vehicles originally ordered for Class 450 2 trains Sets are formed of two Driving Motor Standard Open DMOS vehicles a Trailer Composite Open TCO incorporating a first class section and a standard toilet and a Pantograph Trailer Standard Open PTSO with a disabled toilet and wheel chair area In 2012 the fleet were uprated from 100 mph 161 km h to a top speed of 110 mph 177 km h i 1 r The included Class 350 1 model features Pantograph Arcing and Illumination Effects e Neut
11. 3 and 14 T 1 Headlights Tail Lights Mode Switch Re Signal Bel Tow Speed Selector Select 5 AWSSunfower 3 4 5 m m 8 9 BM Braking Traction Indicator Mel Second Man s Warning 3 4 Additional Keyboard Controls L Increase Instrument and Cabin Lights Setting SHIFT L Decrease Instrument and Cabin Lights Setting I CTRL V Toggle Enable SMS Wipers Switch Increase PIS Destination Setting N Decrease PIS Destination Setting Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 12 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 13 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 14 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 3 5 Neutral Sections Roughly every 5 miles it is necessary to switch the electric supply to a different phase of the National Grid in order to balance the load of the railway network across the three electrical phases To avoid the possibility of bridging two phases short Neutral Sections are used to separate electrified sections Older AC electric locomotives can require special driving techniques on approach to neutral sections however modern multiple units automate the transition through these sections ai A
12. 4 4 Ground Signals and Position Light Signals 2 4 5 Entering an Occupied Section of Track 22 4 6 Repeater Signals and Primary Route 5 Hee eee emen nnns 22 S SPEED SIGNS nM insu cupa MN oS Ld bod 24 5 1 Permissible Speed eres ese es ese e esses eun 24 5 2 Permissible Speed Warning Indicators 2 II ee meme eme eme memes seen 24 5 9 EPS Speed INGICALORS ti boda 24 5 4 Temporary Speed ResLFICEIOTS iiie te et e e vr rr e Ro Eb EE Rea e sau eo oe de tabs qe OA aidan 25 O SAFETY SYSTEMS tva HIE E ba eu bises ee SEV 26 6 1 AWS Automatic Warning System tes a adel Ha tasa 26 6 2 TPWS Train Protection and Warning System General Overview 27 7 PROCEDURAL FLORA d ERI e TERIS NI I EE LINER EUN I 28 8 CONTENT CREATORS TERMS AND CONDITIONS 29 8 1 End User License Agreement e eme eene ems sese sss ese nas 29 8 2 Commercial Add ons and Scenario Packs eese teres ter ete cedere aae Rasa dee Ua Pe E EE ETE od 29 8 3 WODKSHOD SCE Mal IOS
13. HE CLASS 350 1 ELECTRIC MULTIPLE UNIT cccsccscsccsccsccsccccsccsccsccscscees CICERO CI PETIT 3 2 DESIGN __ _____ __ ______ _ cdd 12 3 3 Cabin Controls Refer to the illustrations on pages 13 and 14 12 3 4 Adaditiohal Keyboard e LA LEO Uu 12 Ema Neutral SECON S _ 15 3 6 DRA Driver s Reminder 15 3 7 LOW Speed BUON oo dien I MeL uir LE RUE l6 3 8 Passenger Information System 16 3 9 Traimm Managemerit System TMS kae e E EI pad dt e ba A p 17 Be O WOOL T EO MN EP ERE 17 3 11 Automatic Warning System Self test 5 17 3 12 Extended Gab Syste M s 18 QUICK TE 19 HAS PISO tral AMMOUNCCINGH ___________ 19 3 14 Speed Boards and the HUD ii c 19 A SIGNALS Seas espace ew ee 20 4 4 Malt Signal Head ASDOCES _______ 20 A 20 8 EE E E 21
14. anner repeating signals as shown above consist of a rectangular unlit black background displaying a white circle with a black bar In certain situations they can also illuminate in green to show that the signal ahead is also displaying a green clear aspect Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 22 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley Arrows are referred to as primary route indicators and can be mounted separately or associated with a banner repeater signal Primary route indicators repeat the feather direction of the signal ahead if it is displaying one The examples above from left to right are indicating the signal ahead is Displaying a Red Danger aspect 2 Displaying a Green Clear aspect with no feather indicators 3 Displaying a Single or Double Yellow Caution or Advanced Caution with a left diversion feather Signal Display Instruction to Driver Be prepared to find the next signal at danger White arm at an upper quadrant angle of 45 Next signal is exhibiting a proceed aspect Green arm at an upper quadrant angle Next signal is exhibiting a green clear aspect of 45 Repeater signals are intended to provide a driver with advance information of a signal that may be obscured on approach A train does not need to stop at a repeater signal only at the related signal if it is at danger Splitting banner signals provide two banner signal heads combined to f
15. at provides the current state of the headlight and tail light lamps the display has also been dimmed in this image using the TMS Brightness Key Real time train faults are also displayed on the TMS screen when they occur along with instructions on how to correct the current fault It is not possible to navigate away from a TMS fault screen until the current fault has been cleared 3 10 Door Interlock The Doors Locked Interlock Lamp in the cabin illuminates with a blue light to indicate that all passenger doors are currently closed and locked If any door is open then this blue interlock light is extinguished and the train brake is automatically held on 3 11 Automatic Warning System Self test AWS When the reverser has been moved from OFF to Forward or Reverse for the first time the automatic warning system self test will commence This is an audible continuous horn which is cancelled by pressing the AWS Reset button or Q on the keyboard Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 17 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 3 12 Extended Cab System The Class 350 DMOS vehicles feature a new Extended Cab model that also incorporates the passenger compartment This new system allows all cab audio including AWS warnings to be heard anywhere within the vehicle and enables camera positions to be linked together for movement around and between cabin and passenger compartments
16. e line speed is increasing If the permissible line speed is decreasing then you must reduce your speed before passing these signs If there is an arrow provided in conjunction with the main sign then the permissible speed only applies to the diverting line indicated by the arrow 5 2 Permissible Speed Warning Indicators These signs provide advance warning of a reduction in permissible speed ahead Permanent AWS Ramps Automatic Warning System are often installed in conjunction with these signs In these cases the driver must cancel the AWS warning when triggered on approach to these signs See safety systems section of this manual If there is an arrow provided in conjunction with the sign then the permissible speed warning only applies to the diverting line indicated by the arrow 5 3 EPS Speed Indicators These signs indicate enhanced speeds for express trains on sections of the route The sign on the left indicates a standard permissible speed of 100 and an enhanced permissible speed of 125 for express services The yellow sign on the right provides an advanced warning of a reduction in enhanced permissible speed ahead and can be ignored by non express services Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 24 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 5 4 Temporary Speed Restrictions Direction of Travel Warning Board Termination Indicator Speed
17. er at Rail 3 000hp 2 238kW Max Speed 75mph 121km h Fuel Capacity 1 440 gallons 6 546 litres Brake Types Air Westinghouse PBL3 2 3 Cabin Controls Refer to the illustrations on pages 8 and 9 AWS Reset AWS Sunflower Display Train PBL Air Brake Second Man s Wiper Control 2 Direct Locomotive Air Brake AME Engine Start and Stop Controls 2 5 SE Train Length Button 10 2 Main Reservoir and M R Pipe Pressure Headlights Tail Lights Proving Display 18 0 7 8 7 T pl Passenger Goods Brake Timing El Engine RPM oo 4 Opening Side Window 32 16 Instrument Lights Switch NES Ammeter cee Headlight Mode Switch Tail Lights switch moves automatically according to the currently selected headlight mode 2 4 Additional Keyboard Controls L Toggle Cab Light SPACE Horn High I Toggle Instrument Lights CTRL S PACE Horn High Soft U Toggle Train Length Button Y Toggle Passenger Goods Brake Timing CTRL B Horn Low Soft V Toggle Left Wipers Switch CTRL V Toggle Right Wipers Switch Note The Train and Loco Brake levers 3 amp 4 are not used when Train Simulator Driving Mode is configured for Simple Mode under Game Settings Under this setting the throttle and brakes are controlled together from the Throttle Lever 24 Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 7 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley Cop
18. gh the Steam Workshop Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 29 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 9 Acknowledgements This route was developed in partnership with Keith Ross the developer of many other Train Simulator routes including the West Coast Mainline and Western Lines of Scotland The fidelity we have achieved would not have been possible without Keith s incredible attention to detail and sheer hard work during the project We would like to thank Direct Rail Services for their permission to use their branding on the Class 66 locomotive livery and shipping containers included with this product Also a big thank you to all our beta testers for their time and feedback end Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 30
19. orm a splitting banner repeating signal These are also used to indicate the aspect of a signal with a feather junction indicator If the related junction signal is displaying an illuminated feather then the lower banner head displays an arm at an upper quadrant angle of 45 Alternatively if the related junction signal is not displaying an illuminated feather and is indicating a straight ahead route then the higher main banner head displays an arm at an upper quadrant angle of 45 3 2 LN x im i L1 See i ane y E Pd H E a SA Another type of repeater is OFF platform indicator Signal OFF indicators are provided to assist train dispatch staff An OFF indicator displays the illuminated word OFF only when the signal to which it applies is displaying a proceed aspect No indication is shown when the signal is at danger Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 23 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 5 Speed Signs 5 1 Permissible Speed Indicators These signs display the permissible speed in miles per hour applicable to the section of line beyond the sign up to the commencement of any subsequent permissible speed section Remember to wait for the complete length of your train to pass these signs before accelerating if the permissibl
20. ral Section Functionality compatible with WWCML Over Shap route e Functional Passenger Information System PIS featuring o Driver Selectable Destinations o Cabin PIS Display o Passenger Compartment Destination Display o Automatic Audio Station and Safety Announcements o Passenger Compartment Next Station Display Synchronised with Announcements e Functional Train Management System TMS featuring o Display of Current Train Configuration 4 8 12 Car Graphic o Clock Display o Headlight and Tail Lights Proving Display o Display of Dynamic Train Faults including instructions to correct faults o System Brightness Control e Four state Headlight and Tail Light controls e Functional DRA Driver s Reminder Appliance e Functional Automatic Low Speed Button e New Extended Cab system to allow movement from Cabin to Passenger Compartment Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 11 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 3 2 Design amp Specification TOPS Number Range Class 350101 350130 Formation 4 Car DMSO TCO PTSO DMSO Weight Total 4 Car 79 3 tonnes Vehicle Length 0O in 20 34m Width 9ft 2in 2 79m Power Collection 25kV AC Overhead amp 750V DC Third Rail Horsepower 341 1 000kW Max Speed lOmph 177km h Brake Type Air regenerative Coupling Type Outer Dellner Inner Bar 3 3 Cabin Controls Refer to the illustrations on pages 1
21. reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 20 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 4 3 Feather Type Signals A Feather junction indicator indicates a diverging route to be taken by the angle at which a line of five white lights is displayed Position shown lt ASS iu T f EI 1 nt NONE 3 gt 4 Feather Indication Instruction to Driver No Feather Indication Obey main aspect straight ahead route is set Position indication Obey main aspect expect divergence to left more extreme than that for position more extreme than that for position 2 Position 5 indication Obey main aspect expect divergence to right mond trams han trat Tor postien d o as Position 6 indication Obey main aspect expect divergence to right more extreme than that for position 5 4 4 Ground Signals and Position Light Signals Ground Signals and Position Light Signals PLS display their aspects by means of the position and colour of lights Ground Signals are always illuminated and can have miniature theatre indicators attached whereas PLS only illuminate to allow a train to pass in to an occupied section of line and are mounted as an addition to a main signal head Signal Aspect Description Instruction to Driver Two red lights No aspect Obey main aspect where associated with a main aspect Two white lights Caution The
22. s North West of England and central Scotland Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 3 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 5 Route Map to the North to Stoke on Trent Stafford Rugeley Trent Valley to Wolverhampton to to Station ren Freight Depot Yard or Siding Lichfield Trent Valley Santon to Birmingham Tamworth Polesworth to 3irmingham Atherstone Nuneaton to Birmingham to Hinckley to Coventry Rugby to Coventry DIRFT to to the Northampton South 6 Route Features e 9x Highly detailed and accurate station models with car stop signs e Over 145 custom modelled under and over bridges based on route surveys e Over 200 new overhead line equipment and catenary models e New modern signal gantries e New green banner repeater and primary route indicator signals e Operating neutral sections compatible with WCML Over Shap Class 87 e High detail trackside models including high speed point motors catch pits drains cable trunking elevated trunking elevated circuit cabinet platforms signal access walkways and much more e Commercial greenhouse installations e Canals and narrow boat models e New static road vehicle models and car parks Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 4 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley e Shugborough Tunnel North and South por
23. s sign indicates the start of a temporary speed restriction with the value shown in M P H You must reduce your speed before passing these signs This sign identifies the end of a temporary speed restriction Remember to wait for the complete length of your train to pass this sign before accelerating back to normal line speed This sign identifies that the temporary speed restriction at that location as previously advised is now not in force Web Version 3 0 Page 25 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 6 Safety Systems 6 AWS Automatic Warning System AWS is provided to give train drivers in cab warnings of the approach to signals reductions in permissible speed and temporary emergency speed restrictions and to apply the brakes in the event that a driver does not acknowledge cautionary warnings given by the system As a train approaches a signal or track sign it passes over AWS track equipment magnets which are fixed to the sleepers between the running rails The magnets are sensed by a receiver mounted under the leading end of the train If the signal ahead is displaying a clear aspect green a bell or an electronic ping sounds in the driver s cab and the AWS Sunflower indicator displays all black No action in respect of the AWS is required of the driver If the signal is displaying a caution or danger aspect yellow double yellow or red a horn sounds in the driver s cab and the display sho
24. s that feature shrubs and grasses To make these visible and get the best visual experience of the route we advise that you turn this feature on in the main settings menu as shown below If you are running a less powerful computer you may get an increase in performance if you turn this setting off Gameplay Audio Controls Default Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 28 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 8 Content Creators Terms and Conditions 8 1 End User License Agreement EULA This product is published by Railsimulator com Ltd and distributed by Valve through their Steam online stores and distribution system By purchasing and using this product you are bound by Valve s Software License In addition to these terms Thomson Interactive Ltd prohibits any commercial use or involvement of their products in third party commercial products unless prior written consent is sought and granted 8 2 Commercial Add ons and Scenario Packs Thomson Interactive Ltd Do not allow the development or sale of any commercial add ons or associated products including but not limited to e Scenario Packs Route Enhancement Patches e Audio Enhancement Packs If you are interested in working with us please contact us through our web site 8 3 Workshop Scenarios We encourage the non commercial creation of scenarios for our routes as long as they are distributed throu
25. tal models e Armitage Factory e Nuneaton North Chord opened during 2012 e Rugby Cement Works e Rugby South Flyover Hillmorton Interchange e Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal DIRFT Phase and 2 F D D B uU i Nes PR Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 5 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 2 The Class 66 4 Locomotive 2 1 Locomotive History When British Rail s freight operations were privatised in 1996 English Welsh and Scottish Railway EWS bought a large proportion of British Rail s freight operations Many of the locomotives that EWS inherited were at the end of their useful life and EWS approached General Motors Electro Motive Division EMD to supply a replacement EMD offered their JT42CWR model which incorporated General Motors version of self steering bogies that reduce flange wear improve adhesion and reduce track load The locomotive design uses standard EMD components of its era including D43 traction motors The new JT42CWR locomotives were finally given the Class 66 designation in the British classification system TOPS Two hundred and fifty were initially ordered and built in London Ontario Canada Direct Rail Services DRS a subsidiary of British Nuclear Fuels BNFL ordered ten Class 66 4 locomotives 66401 66410 utilised mainly on intermodal container traffic F
26. urther orders for an additional 24 locomotives were placed with the last entering service during 2008 66411 66434 These series 4 versions of the Class 66 were built as low emission to meet new more stringent environmental rules The main visual design difference is the addition of a mid body access door to the new equipment required to meet these new emission targets 9 Vu b The included Class 66 4 model features e Low emissions variant body design with DRS logos and branding e PBL Push and Hold Train and Loco Brakes e Selectable Passenger or Goods brake timings e Cabin and Instrument Lighting e Four state Headlight and Tail Light controls with cabin proving panel display e Operating exterior fuel tank gauges e Functional Train Length Measurement System e Opening cabin windows with dynamic wind sound effects e Five cabin camera positions including three driving position heights e Digital cabin display showing current control states speed RPM and tractive effort e Independent left and right hand windscreen wiper control Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 6 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 2 2 Design amp Specification TOPS Number Range Class 66421 66434 Wheel Arrangement Co Co Weight 26 tonnes Length 70ft O in 21 34m Width 8ft 84 in 2 65m Engine Type GM I2N 710G3B EC Pow
27. ws all black The driver has to acknowledge the warning by pressing the AWS Acknowledgement AWS Reset push button When the driver operates the push button the horn is silenced and the AWS Sunflower changes to a segmented yellow and black circular display If the driver fails to acknowledge the warning horn within a set time period the emergency brakes are applied automatically Where permanent warning AWS equipment is provided on the approach to reductions in permissible speed fixed warning boards and speed restrictions the cab equipment always operates in a manner equivalent to the approach to a signal displaying a caution or stop aspect The driver receives a warning and has to respond to it accordingly otherwise the emergency brakes are applied automatically Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 26 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 6 2 TPWS Train Protection and Warning System General Overview The primary purpose of TPWS is to minimise the consequence of a train passing a TPWS fitted signal at danger and a train over speeding on approach to a TPWS fitted signal at danger TPWS track equipment is only active when the signal that they are protecting is displaying a danger aspect red Protected Signal AWS Magnets Overspeed Sensor Train Stop Sensor Note AWS Magnets are normally positioned approx 150m prior to signal and TPWS OSS Equipment prior to that
28. y the standard speed signs on the route Please refer to the Speed Signs section of this manual for further information Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 19 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 4 Signals 4 Main Signal Head Aspects Colour light signals are used for controlling running movements They display aspects by means of red yellow and green coloured lights Signal Aspect Description Instruction to Driver Red light Single yellow light Caution Proceed be prepared to stop at the next signal Double yellow lights Preliminary caution Proceed be prepared to find the next signal displaying one yellow light One flashing yellow light Preliminary caution for Proceed Be prepared to find the a diverging route next signal displaying one yellow light with feather junction indicator for diverging route s Double flashing yellow lights Indication of diverging Proceed Be prepared to find the route ahead of the next signal displaying one flashing next but one signal yellow light Green light Clear Proceed The next signal is displaying a proceed aspect 4 2 Theatre Type Signals A Theatre alphanumeric route indicator indicates the route to be taken using numbers or letters or a combination of numbers and letters A Theatre indicator is often used to show the arrival platform number for a service Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights
29. yright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 8 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley ld WE j Copyright Thomson Interactive Ltd all rights reserved Web Version 3 0 Page 9 Train Simulator 2015 WCML Trent Valley 2 5 PBL Brake Levers Both the Train Air Brake and Loco Air Brake levers have three functional positions In the upright position they Hold the current brake pressure When pulled fully back they gradually Release the brakes When pushed fully forwards they gradually Apply the brakes The Train Brake lever is centre sprung both in the cabin and on the game HUD and the Loco Brake lever is only sprung forwards for brake application and can be left resting in the Release position when required When using the Train Brake lever a target brake pressure can be selected as indicated by the outer needle on the Brake Pipe Control Gauge The actual brake pressure will then gradually change to match the selected target as shown by the larger inner needle The rate that the brake pressure changes is dictated by the brake timing selection Passenger or Goods as selected and indicated on the main console item 2 shown on the previous page When in Goods brake timing mode the brake pressure changes more slowly 2 6 Train Length Button When a speed restriction sign indicates an increase in permissible line speed the driver must ensure that the rear
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