jprampolla

Thanks for posting!!!!  The sound issue has been fixed on my very inexpensive Android phone and they now added the PWM frequency choices previously missing on the Android version of the app.  What a difference!!!!!! 

54 minutes ago, RAF96 said:

 

It is an inherent fault in android audio. Nothing to do with Hornby and likely unfixable.

Hi RAF96,  perhaps there could be 2 sound files of different lengths that could be played at the same time, and "overlap" so the pause would be less noticeable.  One file with the chuffing, the other with a "hiss." That might be an option in an update to the Android app. Thanks, Joe.

14 minutes ago, Metradio said:

No, I think the delay is down to the Android operating system..

Shame as it makes the HM6000 sound rubbish.. 

 

Mike

Hi Mike,

Many thanks for reply!  "Shame" it is, an otherwise nice device and app!  Guess these things are optimized for IOS devices, which are expensive!

Take care, Joe.

Hi Everyone,

Is there a way to fix the slight pausing of the steam sound effect as it loops?  I'm using an inexpensive Android phone.  Thanks!

Take care, Joe.

Hi Folks,

I just saw this on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxUr8DidhZs&feature=player_detailpage

Aside from the creepy hands, this is an interesting system.  I don't know how this fits into the patent issues BlueRail might face.  Anyway, seems like a nice system for the novice.

Take care, Joe.

Hi Folks,

I have really enjoyed all the ideas and observations shared here!

 I feel that the Bluetooth control from Bachmann by BlueRail would most likely appeal to non-model railroaders who set up a train at Christmas, or any temporary layout situation for the non-hobbyist.  I don't have any experience with DCC, but I don't think there is any risk of Bluetooth replacing it in the short term.  If you have something that works and you have all the control features you'd like, why would you change it?  I think that it will give the O gauge 3 rail 'command control' systems from Lionel and MTH a run for their money.  I am looking for the BlueRail boards to be priced at about the same as DCC boards (wishful thinking).  I intend to use the first stand-alone HO boards for my O gauge 3 rail handcars and a small O gauge locomotive.  Since these smaller motorized items don't pull more than 0.5 amp, these first boards would work for me, but I'd need the Android version of the app.  BlueRail has suggested that the boards might cost $75, and that was disappointing for me.  Time will tell.

Take care, Joe.

Have you all seen this by BlueRail Trains?  

it's a Christmas version of their app synchronizing a train to Christmas music .

https://youtu.be/okWB8ZMQ2Hg

Gives you some idea of what's possible.

Take care, Joe