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XpressNet interface configuration

This page describes how to configure an XpressNet command station in Traintastic.

Tip

Many command stations can be added using the setup wizard, which guides you through the process step by step. See Quick start: Connect to your command station for details.

Supported connection types

XpressNet command stations can be connected to Traintastic in two ways:

  • Serial (RS-232/USB) – Direct cable connection, often via a USB-to-Serial adapter. Some devices provide presets with predefined baud rate and flow control settings.
  • Network – TCP/IP connection over Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

Connection settings

Depending on the connection type, the following options are available:

Serial connections

  • Serial interface type – Preset for the connected hardware (e.g., RoSoft S88XPressNetLI).
    This preset sets or limits available baudrate and flow control options.
  • Device – Path to the serial device (e.g., COM3 on Windows or /dev/ttyUSB0 on Linux).
  • Baudrate – Communication speed. Defined by the selected serial interface type.
  • Flow control – Hardware/software flow control setting, usually None unless the device requires it.
  • S88 start address – (RoSoft S88XPressNetLI only) First address for connected S88 feedback modules.
  • S88 module count – (RoSoft S88XPressNetLI only) Number of connected S88 feedback modules.

Network connections

  • Hostname – IP address or hostname of the command station.
  • Port – TCP port number.

XpressNet settings

Additional options for fine-tuning behavior:

Command station preset

  • Command station – Select your command station model.
    This preset automatically adjusts related options to match the station. Choosing Custom allows you to override and configure all options manually.

Locomotive control

  • Use emergency stop locomotive command – Enable the dedicated XpressNet emergency stop command for locomotives.
  • Use Roco F13–F20 command – Enable Roco-specific extended function command for F13–F20.

Accessory control

  • Use Roco accessory addressing – Enable Roco-style accessory addressing (alternative to standard XpressNet addressing).

Debugging

  • Debug log RX/TX – Log all XpressNet traffic (hex + description).

Need help or having issues?

If you encounter problems while configuring XpressNet, or if your setup behaves differently than expected, check the community forum. Sharing your configuration and findings helps others and improves Traintastic.