Boulder Creek Rail Yard

This is a cross post from SiliconValleyLines.com This is the updated CabCam software package running UV4L. It operates similarly to MJPEG Streamer but it has a WebGUI for on the fly changes and it generally runs better with less bandwidth useage. If you have already setup the hardware for your CabCam skip to step 3 for the updated software. JMRI’s WebThrottle with video will be the next post. Overview We describe how to set up a small computer to stream cab view video from an HO locomotive. This allows remote operation of trains at local or remote layouts, optionally connecting it to video conferencing software like Google Meet or Zoom. GoalsEasy to set up and maintain. Easy to access the cab view via a URL or via conference software eg. Zoom or Meet. Distribute the setup to others for the betterment of the hobby. Provide a low latency video stream to enable remote control via Engine Driver/WiThrottle Keep the hardware within HO NMRA clearances. Use commonly available components and op...

  CSX 1776, the Pride in Service unit is spotted in Boulder Creek after being an emergency lease to Union Pacific. A rare west coast sighting. The model is the ScaleTrains ES44AH CSX 1776 that I bought at The Train Shop in Santa Clara. Check www.ScaleTrains.com or your local train store for retail pricing.

In this update I go over planning of my diorama for the build off. I thought I had it pretty well locked down going into the video but after bouncing the design off my viewers I have changed everything.   

 So I have started a Youtube channel to accompany the website. Right now it is going to mainly focus on the Walthers National Model Railroad Build Off for 2021. It eventually will evolve into covering my small layout and model reviews. For now here is the first video covering the NMRBO and my Coal Country diorama. Leave some comments about what you may like to see.