Trainz Instructions
Using the RailDriver with Trainz
Software
Currently Supported: Windows XP, Windows Vista (32/64), Windows 7 (32/64)
Download: Installation Package v.1.4.1.6 (3.5 MB)
Contains:
- Trainz Driver v1.0.5.0
- RailDriver™ Cab Maker v1.0.2.3
- RailDriver™ Calibration v1.0.2.7
By downloading this software, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
Installation
- Install Trainz. (Please note: these instructions work with Trainz 2006/2009/2010/12 and My First Trainz Set.)
- Download and install rdts2009.exe, linked above.
- After selecting the language and agreeing with the EULA, you'll get to a screen with a blank line and a "Browse" button. Click on "Browse" and navigate to where your version of Trainz is installed:
This location yields the following:
Note: It is possible for your installation to be in a different location. This is just an example. Please be sure you know where exactly you have installed Trainz, including whether or not it is installed in Program Files (32-bit system) or Program Files (x86) (64-bit system).
4. Click on "Next," then on "Install." Once the installer is finished the Calibration Tool should run. Just follow the instructions to get your RailDriver calibrated.
5. Start up Trainz. When you've selected a route and it loads, choose "Cab Control" and your RailDriver display should switch from rd to 0.
6. Drive your train!
Common Problems
The RailDriver controller does not function in Trainz, or the status window on the controller just shows "rd."
This means the RailDriver software hasn’t been installed into the correct location. When installed correctly, your folder for Trainz should look like the following:
If you don’t have all of these folders and folders in the same location, run rdts2009u.exe again and double check your installation path.
No matter how many times I calibrate, the levers don't match the information in Trainz.
First, check in the ‘controller’ folder for the Modern.rdm file, and the ‘controllers’ folder for ModernCalibration.rdm. Both of these files should be in their respective locations, and the Date Modified lines should match. If these 2 dates do not match, you will need to make a copy of the ModernCalibration.rdm file and rename it to Modern.rdm and place this in the ‘controller’ folder. This problem is most common when Trainz is not installed on the default C:\ Drive and on some Windows 7 setups.
All of the levers work well, but I’m having a hard time getting the throttle to reach 8.
To fix this, you will need to run RDcalibration.exe again, but when calibrating the throttle and you reach the very top/bottom for calibration, move the lever away from the end just a bit. This will give you a bigger window for the 8th throttle notch instead of a single point.
In Trainz 2009 or 2010, the reverser and throttle levers don’t work when driving a steam engine, but the brakes and buttons function.
This is a known issue and is on our list of projects to revisit. There was a change to the commands for these levers shortly before Trainz 2009 was released and we already had our software finished at that point. We will be looking into this and updating the installer again in the near future.
When running a train in DCC mode, the RailDriver isn’t as accurate as using a mouse.
The RailDriver wasn’t designed with DCC mode in mind. While it does work in DCC mode, it functions a bit differently than mouse control and takes some getting used to.
Need Help?
Our tech support department would be glad to answer any questions you may have! Just call us at 1-800-628-3185 ex. 19 (Monday through Friday, 8AM - 5PM eastern time), or e-mail us at tech@piengineering.com.
