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Cloud App

The Cloud app is the administration hub for managing your DCC-EX layout. Configure locomotives, turnouts, routes, effects, signals, and connected devices from a centralized dashboard.

Key Features

  • Dashboard — Overview of layout status, connected devices, and system health
  • Roster Management — Add, edit, and organize locomotives with custom names, addresses, and function mappings
  • Turnout Configuration — Define turnouts with DCC addresses and friendly labels
  • Route Builder — Create routes that set multiple turnouts in sequence
  • Effects Management — Configure sound effects, lights, and animations
  • Signal Wiring — Set up signal aspects and output pin mappings
  • Sensor Management — Configure sensors and automation rules
  • Device Management — Monitor and configure connected hardware devices
  • DCC-EX Console — Direct command-line access to the DCC-EX command station
  • Settings — Layout settings, user profile, and billing

Screenshots

Dashboard

Cloud Dashboard

Roster

Roster Management

Turnouts

Turnout Configuration

Routes

Route Configuration

Effects

Effects Management

Signals

Signal Configuration

Devices

Device Management

DCC-EX Console

DCC-EX Console

Settings

Settings

Technical Details

  • Framework: Vue 3 with Composition API
  • State: Firebase Firestore via VueFire
  • Auth: Firebase Auth with onboarding wizard and layout approval flow
  • Routing: Vue Router 4 with meta-based guard chain
  • Port: 3011 (development)