The Trains
Here is the list of all the trains available in the simulator.
- 205 Series
- 209 series
- 211 series
- E129 series
- E217 series
- E233 series
- E235 series
- E531 series
- EV-E801 series
- KiHa 54 series
- KiHa E130 series
- KiHa E200 series
205 Series
(By toshinori baba - CC0)
Introducing
The 205 series (205系, 205-kei) (205けいでんしゃ/205 keidensha or 205系電車) is a type of electric multiple unit (EMU), used for commuter and suburban services, introduced in 1985 by Japan National Railways (JNR), and currently operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in Greater Tokyo, West Japan Railway Company (JR West) in Keihanshin, and KAI Commuter in Indonesia.
This model appeared in 1985, at the end of the JNR period, as an energy-efficient commuter train to replace the 103 and 201 series, and even after the division and privatization of JNR, JR East and JR West continued to increase the number of cars via orders, and eventually 1,461 cars were produced.
Console detail
Senseki line (ATS-Ps + ATACS)
On the far left, we have the brake levels, with a yellow line on level 6 to indicate the level to apply when stopping and indicator for emergency brake in red (非常).
Then, at the top, we have the ATS-Ps display.
Below, on the left, 2 lights (unused) to indicate whether the next station is a stop (on the left - 停車) or just a passage (on the right - 通過). Still below, we have the brake pressure level (black arrow) and the compressed air reservoir (red arrow). Then we have the speed dial with the green ATACS speed limit indicators (and the light above telling us to brake if the limit is dropping, if it's on).
Then comes the lock indicator and the pocket watch.
Finally, we have various indicators for ATACS and ATS:
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ATACS screen
The single screen contains some information about the line, when you're on the section using ATACS.
The left-hand column contains no relevant information.
The middle column contains several items of information:
- the distance to the next stop signal (not the distance to the next station stop)
- The next kilometer ahead. A white rectangle on the right means a station. An orange line means a level crossing.
- The name of the next station (here Rikuzen-Takasago/陸前高砂).
- The stop or passage indication for the next station.
Finally, the last column displays, from top to bottom, the current speed, distance travelled, type of journey and train number.
Nambu/Tsurumi line (ATS-P)
On the far left, we have the brake levels with an indicator for emergency brake in red (非常).
On the left, we have several indicators on the top part, and at the bottom part, we have the brake pressure level (black arrow) and the compressed air reservoir (red arrow). Then we have the speed dial.
Here is the translation of the indicators:
- First line :
- 3-phases (三相)
- Emergency short-circuit (非常短絡)
- Snow resistant brakes (耐雪ブレーキ)
- Second line:
- 1
- Home confirmation (left) (ホーム確認「左」)
- Home confirmation (right) (ホーム確認「右」)
- Safety Brakes (直通予備)
At the center comes the door lock indicator and the pocket watch.
On the right we have the ATS-P panel and the train protection radio equipment.
Consult the MON/TIMS/INTEROS screen page for more details about the TIMS screen.
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
- Senseki line (205-3100 version)
- Nambu branch line (205-1000 version)
- Tsurumi line (205-1100 version)
209 series
(By MaedaAkihiko - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Introducing
The 209 series (209系電車, 209 Keidensha) is a type of Japanese DC multiple unit operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East), which appeared at the end of 1992 and currently operates mainly on Tokyo's outer suburban lines.
They were originally intended to operate on the Keihin Tohoku and Negishi lines, to replace the 103 series old trainsets, which were taken over from the Japanese National Railways (JNR) (discontinued in 1987) in large quantities and deteriorated through heavy use, and partly to increase the line's transport capacity.
Console detail
On the left is the brake level, with the emergency brake indicator "非常".
Next, At the top are several indicators:
- 3-phases (三相)
- Emergency short-circuit (非常短絡)
- Snow resistant brakes (耐雪ブレーキ)
- Safety Brakes (直通予備)
Below, on the left, is the dial showing brake cylinder pressure (black arrow) and compressed air reservoir pressure (red arrow), as well as the dead man reset switch, and, on the right, the speed dial.
Then, on the right, we have the emergency stop, as well as the lock indicator and the pocket watch. For details of the screen on the right, consult the MON/TIMS/INTEROS screen page.
On the far right, you'll find the safety radio equipment, as well as the ATS-P indicators and 2 other indicators:
- Group 1 failure (1系故障)
- Group 2 failure (2系故障)
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
- Narita line (209-2100 version)
- Kashima line (209-2100 version)
211 series
(By MaedaAkihiko - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Introducing
The 211 series (211系, 211-kei) (211けいでんしゃ/211 keidensha or 211系電車) is a type of self-propelled electric trainset operating at 1.5kV DC, used for Japanese commuter and suburban services, introduced in 1985 (Shōwa 60) by JNR, and currently still operated in the Tōkai and Kantō region by JR East, and JR Central (Tokai).
This series was developed to replace the obsolete 111, 113 and 115 series as an entirely new commuter train.
Détail de la console
To the left of the console, we have car numbers and door opening status (red indicator = doors open).
In the center, we have :
- At the top, the ATS-Ps display
- Bottom left, speed dial
- In the center, the lock indicator and a bit of the pocket watch
- Bottom right: brake cylinder pressure (black arrow) and compressed-air reservoir pressure (red arrow).
Note that the speed-limiting brake is located on the brake lever, between neutral and brake level 1.
Finally, on the far right, we have the brake level (with emergency brake indicator in red and speed limitation indicator in yellow).
At the top, next to the TIMS display is the ATS-P panel.
Consult the MON/TIMS/INTEROS screen page for more details about the TIMS screen.
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
E129 series
(By MaedaAkihiko - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Introducing
The E129 series (E129系, E129-kei) is a type of electric multiple unit operated by JR East on lines in the Niigata region.
The E129 series was manufactured by J-TREC to replace the aging 115 series. It is part of the “sustina” range.
Console detail
On the left-hand side of the console, you'll find:
- At the top, various indicators. In this order:
- Emergency short circuit (非常短絡)
- 3-phases (三相)
- ATS power supply (ATS電源)
- ATS operation (ATS動作)
- Snow resistant brakes (耐雪ブレーキ)
- Safety Brakes (直通予備)
- Cruise control (定速)
- Below is the ATS-P/Ps panel
- Bottom left, brake level (with emergency brake indicator in red and speed limitation indicator in yellow)
- Then the brake cylinder pressure (black arrow) and compressed air main reservoir pressure (red arrow) dial
- Then the speed dial
- And finally, the door-closing indicator and pocket watch.
Note that above the console, on the left, there are dials for supply voltage (in kV) and internal voltage (in V).
TIMS screen
The line information screen contains the following information:
- Current time, current speed and distance travelled
- Train information: train number (3481M), train type (Express 1 - 快速1), route (Nagaoka 長岡 -> Niigata 新潟)
- The name of the station and the next 2. If it's a through station, there will be a down arrow (otherwise, it's stop 停車).
- The name of the next station to stop at (次停車駅).
- The indicator at the top/bottom of each car shows whether the left/right doors are open (yellow) or not. Cars can take 2 colors: blue (engines are running) or yellow (brakes are running).
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
E217 series
(By MaedaAkihiko - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Introducing
The E217 series (E217系, E217-kei) (E217けいでんしゃ/E217 Keidensha or JR東日本E217系電車/JR Higashinihon E 217-kei densha)is a type of electric multiple unit used for commuter and outer suburban services operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in Japan since 1994 (Heisei 6) on the Sōbu and Yokosuka lines.
Introduced in 1994 to replace the 113 series EMUs running on the Sōbu (fast) line and the Yokosuka line, it was the first type of commuter train in Japan to feature four pairs of doors per side on the car (at the same time as the 209 series). The basic design was developed from the 209 series commuter EMUs. It replaced all Yokosuka Line 113 series trains in 1999. The trains were built jointly by Kawasaki Heavy Industries , Tokyu Car and JR East (Niitsu and Ofuna plants).
Console details
Above the window are various indicators (requires reframing the cabin to see them).
Here is the list of indicators:
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Top line:
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Bottom line :
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Then, under the window, is the main part.
On the left-hand side, at the top, there are various indicators:
- 3-phases (三相)
- Emergency short-circuit (非常短絡)
- Snow resistant brakes (耐雪ブレーキ)
- Safety Brakes (直通予備ブレーキ)
- ATS (SN)
- ATS (P)
- ATC
- Side doors (貫通扉)
- Cruise control (定速)
Below, on the left, are the brake levels with the emergency brake indicator in red (非常), as well as the brake pressure level (black arrow) and the compressed air reservoir (red arrow).
On the right is the speed dial, emergency stop button (緊急), door-closing light and pocket watch.
On the right-hand side, in addition to the TIMS display, you'll find the train protection radio equipment, the ATS-P power indicator (電源) and a few other buttons.
Consult the MON/TIMS/INTEROS screen page for more details about the MON19 screen. Note that the central section changes presentation from Chiba onwards (horizontal reading -> vertical reading).
Availability
This model is available in these lines:
E233 series
(By MaedaAkihiko - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Introducing
The E233 series (E233系, E233-kei) is a type of self-propelled trainset operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) on several rail lines in Greater Tokyo.
The E231 series, which was launched in large numbers in the Tokyo metropolitan area from 1999, was developed as the main model representing JR East. It came in several versions. However, from 2005 onwards, an evolution of the equipment was necessary. The E233 Series will incorporate the technology evolutions since the last E231 (-1000) series released a few years earlier.
The E233 Series was unveiled by JR East in October 2005 as the replacement for the 201 Series on the Chūō, Ōme and Itsukaichi lines. The first trainset entered commercial service on December 26, 2006.
Eventually the E233 series will replace a lot of older equipment and lead to the shifting of assignments of moderately old equipment.
Console detail
Apart from the pocket watch and the door-closing indicator in the center of the console, there are 2 displays: one for instruments info and the other is the MON/TIMS/INTEROS screen.
The train instruments screen displays electrical voltages and various indicators at the top that changes according to the line (see below).
The bottom area contains:
- Brake level and indicators for emergency brake in red (非常) and speed limit in green (抑速) if available.
- Brake cylinder pressure (BC)
- Main air reservoir pressure (MR). Note that if this falls below the red zone (780kPa), the compressor starts up.
- Speed dial, with speed limit (on D-ATC/ATACS).
Keihin-Tohoku / Negishi line
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Saikyo line (ATACS)
One of the special features of this line is that the security system changes twice during the journey. There is an ATS-P -> ATACS passage at Ikebukuro station and an ATACS -> ATS-P passage at Omiya station.
So, here are the translations of the indicators, when ATACS is the safety system:
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Other lines
The top line of indicators are those for ATS-P. Here are the translations of the bottom line:
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3-phases (三相)
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Emergency short-circuit (非常短絡)
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Snow resistant brakes (耐雪ブレーキ)
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Safety Brakes (直通予備)
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Cruise control (定速)
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Parking brakes (駐車ブレーキ)
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
- Keihin-Tohoku / Negishi line (E233-1000 version)
- Tokaido line (E233-3000 version)
- Chūō line (E233-0 version)
- Saikyo-Kawagoe line (E233-7000 version)
- Keiyo line (E233-5000 version)
- Nambu line (E233-8000 version)
- Takasaki line (E233-3000 version)
- Utsunomiya line (E233-3000 version)
- Ōme line (E233-0 version)
E235 series
(By MaedaAkihiko - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Introducing
The E235 series (E235系, E235-kei)（E235けいでんしゃ/E235 Keidensha) is a type of self-propelled trainset operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in Greater Tokyo.
The E235 series was unveiled by JR East in July 20143 as the replacement for the E231-500 series on the Yamanote line. The first trainset entered commercial service on November 30, 2015, but was withdrawn the following day following various technical problems4. After several weeks of additional testing, it returned to commercial service on March 7, 2016. The remaining 49 trainsets will be introduced between 2017 and 2020.
Console detail
Apart from the pocket watch and the door-closing indicator in the center of the console, there are 2 displays.
The first display shows in the bottom area:
- Brake level, with emergency brake indicator "非常".
- Brake cylinder pressure (black arrow) and main air reservoir pressure (red arrow). Note that if this falls below the red zone (780kPa), the compressor starts up.
- Speed dial, with limit indicator (green arrow) and the "pattern approach" (パターン接近) indicator.
The upper part contains the electrical voltages and various indicators:
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Consult the MON/TIMS/INTEROS screen page for more details about the INTEROS screen.
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
- Yamanote line (E235-0 version)
E531 series
(By MaedaAkihiko - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Introducing
The E531 series (E531系, E531-kei) (E531けいでんしゃ/E531-keidensha or JR東日本E531系電車/JR Higashinihon E531-keidensha) is a type of dual-current self-propelled trainset, used for commuter and suburban services and operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in northeastern Greater Tokyo since 2005.
The E531 series was designed to replace the aging 403/415 series of steel cars used on the Jōban and Mito lines. Its other objective is to improve operating speed following the opening of the Tsukuba Express in 2005.
Console detail
Apart from the pocket watch and the door-closing indicator in the center of the console, there are 2 displays. In addition, on the left, above the console, is the dial for the ATS-Ps, which will not be used.
The first screen (train technical info) displays electrical voltages (including DC/AC indicator) and various indicators at the top.
The bottom area contains:
- Brake level and indicators for emergency brake in red (非常) and speed limit in green (抑速)
- Brake cylinder pressure (BC)
- Main air reservoir pressure (MR). Note that if this falls below the red zone (780kPa), the compressor starts up.
- Speed dial.
The top line of indicators are those for ATS-P. Here are the translations of the bottom line:
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3-phases (三相)
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Emergency short-circuit (非常短絡)
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Snow resistant brakes (耐雪ブレーキ)
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Safety Brakes (直通予備)
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Cruise control (定速)
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Parking brakes (駐車ブレーキ)
Consult the MON/TIMS/INTEROS screen page for more details about the TIMS screen.
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
- Joban line (E531-0 version)
EV-E801 series
(By 掬茶 - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Introducing
The EV-E801 series (EV-E801系, EV-E801-kei) is a type of battery-powered multiple unit operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in Japan.
Console details
The left-hand side features various indicators and dials.
At the top is a series of indicators:
- Emergency short circuit (非常短絡)
- ATS power supply (ATS電源)
- ATS in progress (ATS動作)
- Snow resistance (耐雪ブレーキ)
- Safety Brakes (直通予備)
- Cruise control (定速)
- Vacuum circuit breaker all-in (VCB全入)
- Vacuum circuit breaker all-cut (VCB全切)
Below is the ATS-P/Ps panel.
Finally, there's the speedometer, followed by the brake cylinder pressure (black arrow) and main compressed air reservoir pressure (red arrow) gauges, and finally the door closing indicator and the pocket watch.
Screen
The first section of the screen contains the following elements (in addition to buttons that cannot be used):
- The first section displays the current date and time.
- The second part displays the distance between the train and certain main stations (キロ程).
- The third section displays several indicators.
- The fourth shows the destination, Oga (男鹿).
- Finally, a "system number" is displayed (系統番号).
On the central part, we have :
- Several indicators on the left:
- 3-phase (三相)
- Overhead line present (架線あり)
- No overhead line (架線なし)
- Oga - In station (男鹿構内)
- Oga - Recharge in progress (男鹿充電)
- CSCOS treatment (CSCOS扱い)
- In the center, we have the train number (編成番号), followed by the representation of the different cars and the door opening status (yellow: open, green: closed).
- Finally, on the right, the current brake level, with emergency brake (非常) and speed limit (抑速) indicators.
Finally, at the bottom of the screen, we have the next stop (次の停車駅), here Kamifutada (上二田). The yellow banner indicates whether the next station (次駅) is staffed (有人) or unstaffed (無人). The rest are buttons that can't be used.
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
KiHa 54 series
(By Associate professor - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Présentation
The JNR Kiha 54 diesel railcar (JNR Kiha 54 Gata Kidosha) is a general-purpose diesel railcar produced by Japan National Railways (JNR) from 1986.
Two types were produced: a hot-region type (KIHA54 1 -) for Shikoku and a very cold-region type (KIHA54 501 -) for Hokkaido, and there are notable differences in the specifications and shape of each part.
Console details
On the left, you can see the safety radio equipment.
In the center are several components. At the top is the ATS-Dn gauge, which operates in much the same way as the ATS-Ps. This is only used when departing from or arriving at Fukagawa station.
Then there are various indicators:
- 戸: "Doors closed" indicator
- ↑: Indicates that the train is moving forward
- ↓: Indicates that the train is in reverse gear
- 機: Lit when the engine is running
- 直: "Direct transmission" gear shift position
- 中: "Neutral" gear shift position
- 変: "Gear shifting" gear shift position
- B: ?
- ATS: ATS-Sn indicator. Turns red when ATS is activated.
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耐雪ブレーキ: Snow resistant brakes
Then there are 3 dials: the speed dial, the ER (Equalizing reservoir - black needle) / MR (Main reservoir - red needle) pressure dial and the BP (Brake pipe - black needle) / BC (Brake cylinder - red needle) pressure dial.
Finally, on the right, you can see the timetable for the chosen route. This is the first line offering direct integration of the timetable into the game.
Special driving features
The KiHa 54 train is different from the other trains in the simulator. In addition to the power handle, you need to manage the automatic air brake and the gearshift handle.
2 modes are available in the simulator parameters (System tab):
- Simplified: Driving is the same as for other trains.
- Realistic: Air brake and gear shifting must be managed manually, see below.
Air brake
Braking is via pneumatic brakes, with a dedicated 4-position handle. Braking power is managed via the right-hand dial and its 2 needles: the red BC needle and the black BP needle. The 4 positions are :
- Running (運転) [M]: This is the position when the train is running. Release braking force (BC down, BP up).
- Overlapped (重なり) [,]: Position to maintain braking force (BC and BP stable).
- Service (常用) [.]: Position to increase braking force (BC up, BP down).
- Emergency (非常) [/]: Position to be used for emergency braking.
The braking procedure is described in the JRETS manual as follows:
- At about 600m from the next station, switch the handle to "Overlapped" [,], to prepare for braking.
- At 500m, switch the handle to "Service" to increase the BC pressure (this needs to be done quite early, as braking takes time to kick in).
- Return to "Overlapped" when the BC pressure is between 100 and 150 kPa, trying first to get the BP pressure (black needle) between the blue and yellow zone.
- Finally, as you estimate the distance remaining, switch between "Running" and "Overlapped" modes to reduce braking force until the train comes to a complete stop.
Please note that when the brake handle is set to "Service", there will come a time when the BP pressure may drop, but the BC pressure will not. What's more, if the BP pressure drops too low, it will take longer to release the brakes. It is recommended not to drop below 300 kPa for BP pressure.
Gear shift
This defines the transmission mode between the engine and the wheels. It has 3 positions:
- Gear shifting (変速): Starting and medium speeds.
- Neutral (中立)
- Direct transmission (直結): Medium and high speeds.
The position is changed via the [R] (to "Direct transmission") and [F] (to "Gear change") keys.
Note that the Kiha 54 automatically manages transmission shifting according to speed, so you just need to be on "Gear shift" or "Direct transmission" before accelerating.
Engine brake (speed limitation)
To use the motor brake (e.g. on steep descents), set the main handle to P1, then press the speed-limiting button [D], and return the main handle to the neutral position.
To deactivate, simply set the main handle to P1 or higher.
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
KiHa E130 series
(By くさてんぐ - CC BY-SA 4.0)
Présentation
The KiHa E130 series (キハE130系) is a class of self-propelled diesel units (DMUs) operated since January 2007 by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in Japan.
Console detail
On the left-hand side of the console, you'll find :
- At the top, various indicators. In this order :
- ATS (yellow): Lit when the ATS is operating.
- ATS (red): Lit when ATS is triggered.
- Motor (機): Lit when motor is powered
- Running (運転): Lit when engine is running
- Snow resistance (耐雪)
- Emergency short circuit (非常短絡)
- Safety Brakes (直通予備)
- 3-phase (三相)
- Below is the ATS-P/Ps panel
- Bottom left, the internal tension
- Then the brake cylinder pressure (black arrow) and compressed air reservoir pressure(red arrow) dial
- Then the speed dial
- And finally, the door-closing indicator and pocket watch.
DICS screen (Diesel car Information Control System)
Below are various indications:
- Left door (左ドア): Indicates whether the left doors should be opened at the next station.
- Direction of travel, at motor level.
- Transmission position: Neutral (中性), shift (変速), direct connection (直結).
- Speed suppression indicator, present if active (抑速1 / 抑速2)
- Power/brake lever position
- One-person operation (ワンマン) or Two-persons operation (ツーマン)
- Right door (右ドア): Indicates whether the right doors should be opened at the next station.
Next comes the representation of the train. The squares represent the doors (right at the top, left at the bottom). The square is white if the door is open, otherwise blue. The "engine running" indicator (機関回転) shows whether the car's engine is running.
Finally, at the bottom is a "system identifier" and the destination station (Kuji - 久慈). On the right, you'll find the current station and the next 2 stations, with the stop or passage indicator.
Availability
This model is available on these lines:
- Hachinohe Line (KiHa E130-500 version)
KiHa E200 series
(Par - CC BY-SA 3.0)
Introducing
The KiHa E200 series (キハE200形, KiHa E200-gata) is a type of hybrid railcar operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in Japan.
The series comprises three examples manufactured by Tokyu Car Corporation. It is the first hybrid railcar to enter commercial service.
Console details
On the left-hand side of the console, you'll find :
- At the top, various indicators. In this order :
- Incident (事故)
- Emergency short circuit (非常短絡)
- ATS power supply (ATS電源)
- ATS in progress (ATS動作)
- Snow resistance (耐雪ブレーキ)
- Safety Brakes (直通予備)
- Cruise control (定速)
- Inspection in progress (点検中)
- Below is the ATS-P/Ps dial with the following indicators:
- Normal operation of safety systems (保安装置正常動作)
- P power supply (P電源)
- Pattern approach (パターン接近)
- Brake operation (ブレーキ動作)
- Brake release (ブレーキ開放)
- ATS-P
- ATS-Ps
- P failure (P故障)
- Ps failure (Ps故障)
- Bottom left, brake level and emergency brake indicator in red (非常) and speed limit indicator in green (抑速)
- Then the brake cylinder pressure (black arrow) and compressed air reservoir pressure(red arrow) dial
- Then the speed dial
- And finally, the door-closing indicator and pocket watch.
The right-hand section contains the screen displaying train and journey information. The top banner contains the following information:
- The name of the screen (運転土情報 - Driving information)
- The train number
- The train type (普通 - Local)
- The destination (小諸 - Komoro)
- The time of day
- The distance from departure (キロ程)
- The train formation type (2両編成 - 2 cars)
- The current speed (速度)
The next section shows the different cars. The cars can take 2 colors: blue (engines are used) or yellow (brakes are used).
Below is a table displaying the opening status of the doors (ドア状態), 1-3 being the doors on the left, 2-4 those on the right. They are open when the indicator (閉) is lit.
In the next area, on the left, we have a list containing the current station (or the one we've just left) and the next 2 stations (plus an arrow indicating the train's position) as well as the stop (停車) or passing indication. The right-hand side displays the name of the next stop (次停車駅) and whether the stop covers the whole train (全車) or just certain cars (自車).
Finally, there are a series of buttons (not usable in the simulator).
Availability
This model is available on these lines: