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Track

2024-09-29T23:49:13Z

Kaaai: /* Parallel/parented track */

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Track objects (also called track segments) model the railways over which trains can move. The consist of a single control point, and are always linked to one or two other tracks (the previous and next sibling). Tracks can also be attached to tracks in two other ways: as a [[branch]] or as a [[parallel]] track. Tracks can contain [[signal]]s.

=== Normal track ===
A normal track, with default settings, has the following properties you can edit:
* Promote track into platform
* Node mode: [[Point mode]] and [[Tangent mode]]
* Tangent track shape
* Custom max speed
* Reset boundary to middle point
* Lock to control point: Pick parent

=== Parallel/parented track ===
A track that is parented to another track. You can still edit almost every function of the track
There are two parenting modes, lock control point: 

'''to a control point:''' 
The track is parented to the other control point and an offset from 0m - 1000m can be assigned. The track can also be flipped to the other side by either pressing the flip button or [F].

'''to a track point:''' 
The track is parented to a point on the track. The point can be defined by the segment t value (0 to 1). The displace value allows you to set an offset in the pendicular direction of the normal offset from -1000m to 1000m.

=== Branch track ===

Line

2024-09-29T23:46:54Z

Kaaai:

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A line is a sequence of one or more [[stop]]s with some associated data like fares and line [[duration]]. [[Train]]s can follow lines by setting them to auto run mode or by creating [[order]]s.
= Line overview =
The Line overview is a list of all lines. The way the lines are sorted and displayed can be changed at the top. The map icon only shows all lines that are currently visible on the map.
The second button opens a menu with the following grouping options:
*Group by: All lines (shows all lines)
*Group by: Tags (shows all lines in the way your tags are build up and assigned)
*Group by: Untagged (shows all lines that have no tags)
There are also options to exclude lines from being displayed in the overview:
*Closed
*Technical
*Open
*With warnings
Additionally there is also an option to make the lines more compact. 

At the bottom are six buttons that are from left to right:
*Create a new line
*Create a new depot line (creates a new line, which is already set to technical maneuvers)
*Clone selected line
*Issue an intervention to all trains currently running the selected line
*Delete selected line
*Pan and zoom view when selecting a line or station

= Line Settings =
You can access the line settings by selecting a line. A window to the right of the line overview will appear.
== Stops ==
The stops tab gives you access to the basic line settings and has an overview of all the stops assigned to the line with their settings.
=== Basics ===
* Name (the name of the line)
* Code (the line code, which is displayed in several places instead of the line name, e.g. on the train icon, the platform overview, ...)
* Base ticket price (price that will be payed once by every pax boarding the train)
* Price per km (price that will be payed by pax for every km they're on the train, will be added to the base ticket price)
* Color (color that will be used on the map and the line overview)
* Display on Map (sets if and how the line is displayed)
* Service level
=== Tags ===
Expands a panel where you can assign tags to the line, useful to change the behaviour at specific signals.
=== Default timings ===
* Reference train
* Cruise speed (km/h) (By default set to 90% of the maximum speed of the reference train, can be changed to a manual cruise speed. Trains will run faster than the set cruise speed to make up for delays.)
* Max. acceleration (m/s2)
* Max. breaking (m/s2)
* Default stop time (stop time that will be assigned to every stop, when not changed manually)
* [[Duration|Line duration]] (appears if certain line duration options are selected)
* (Period)
* (Custom Period)
* (Custom)
* Extra stop time on (Padding time which will be added to reach the assigned line duration. Two different modes: Either evenly split on all stops or evenly split an manually marked stops)

=== Auto run line ===
* First train departure
* Timezone
* (Custom time zone)
* Launch trains
* Auto interval
* Manual interval
=== Stop overview ===

== Timetable ==
Shows you a timetable for one day with all the trains that have an assigned order on that line on the selected day. When hovering over the timetable you can see all the orders and stops, assigned trains will service,
By default, the timetable is set to the current day and time, but there are two arrows at the top right to switch between the different days of the week.
There are two buttons at the bottom right to zoom in and out.
== State ==

== Accounting ==
Shows you all the accounting data of your line.
The following data is collected and displayed: 

<big>'''(WIP)'''</big>

Stop

2024-09-29T23:34:23Z

Kaaai:

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A [[line]] stop is a point on the map for [[train]]s to stop (or pass by) while running a line. Stops are always defined as two [[track]]s, be it a [[station]] [[platform]] or a [[waypoint]]. Stops have other associated data like leg duration or stop wait time.
== Stop assignment ==
There are two different modes to assign a stop to a line:
=== Basic mode ===
The default mode. You can only assign the end segments of the platform, the position of the train is automatically adjusted. If you hold Alt, you can assign platforms that are not otherwise selectable or you can select a platform again.
=== Advanced mode ===
Lets you assign any point on a track as a stop on a line. Selecting a point on a platform track creates a line stop while on normal tracks it creates a waypoint. The nose of the train will stop at the assigned point, the length of the reference train of the line will be displayed with a thick stripe along the track.
== Stop settings ==

Point of Interest

2024-09-29T23:24:30Z

Kaaai:

Points of Interest (POI) are points on the map that have a population and a demand curve assigned, to simulate additional pax demand. Examples of POIs are airports, offices or recreational spaces. Multiple POIs can also be added as a mod to the workshop and shared with other players.

[[Category:Concepts]]

Signal

2024-09-29T23:15:12Z

Kaaai: /* No-way [5] */

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Signals make it possible to influence the behavior of [[train]]s running over [[track]]s.

== Signal menu ==
The signal menu is accessible in the [[How to build track|track editor]] [F2] and has two different modes:
*'''Move, delete, edit signals''' [K]: This mode allows you to move, delete and edit signals. You can move them by selecting and then just dragging them along the track or delete selected signals by pressing [delete]. Every signal type has its own menu for editing the properties, you can access it by selecting the signal and looking at the menu on the top left. There you can change the type of the signal, flip it or edit additional settings. Pressing [F] while signals are selected will also flip them.
*'''Create new Signals''' [L]: This mode allows to create new signals.
<gallery>
Signal menu modes 1.14.png|thumb|The two signal menu modes
</gallery>

== Signal types ==
<gallery>
One way signal 1.14.png|thumb|One way signal
Platform train stop point 1.14.png|thumb|Platform train stop point
Block balise 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise
Path signal 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal (unbound)
No way signal 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal
</gallery>
==== One way [1]====
This signal only allows trains to travel in the direction of the arrow. It will also block all paths of path signals that are against its own direction.

[[File:Block balise menu 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise menu]]

==== Platform train stop point [2]====
If you place this signal on a platform track, trains will stop at it, when you assign the platform via basic stop assignment mode.

==== Block balise [3]====
Block balises stop a train path check or path reservation from going beyond their point on the track, that happens from both directions.
There are additional options accessible, if you select the signal. The second one allows you to shift the balise to the side of the track, which is purely a cosmetic option and has no gameplay effect.
The third option lets you choose how the balise should work. The option selected by default is the most frequently used option and behaves as described above. There is also a panel where you can assign tags to the balise. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains are: 
''Applies to all trains:'' This is the default option. If you assign tags to the balise, it will work normally for all trains that do not have any same tags assigned, but it will be ignored by trains that do have at least one of the tags. 
''Ignored by all trains:'' If you select this option, the balise will be ignored by all trains without a selected tag, but will work like a normal balise for any train, that has at least one tag in common with the balise.

==== Path signal [4]====
[[File:Path signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal menu]]
When a train arrives at this signal, the signal will check the [[path]] of the train (visible in a map mode). If this path intersects with another train's path, the train will be stopped and the signal will turn red. The signal will check again until the path is cleared and lets the train pass afterwards. The path signal will check the path up to the next path signal facing the same direction or the next balise along the track. 
The bound option: 
''Only for same direction:''This is the default option. The signal will let paths through that are against its own direction, but block every path that is going the same direction. 
''Always:''The signal will block every path from every signal, ignoring their direction. It can also be used by trains from both sides. 

As with the balise, there is a cosmetic option to shift the signal to either side. 
There is also an option to set a time after which you will be alerted about a waiting train. This is a global setting, and will be the same in every save, you can also set a custom time between 0 minutes (which alerts you instantly) and 24 hours.
 

==== No-way [5]====
[[File:No way signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal menu]]
This signal blocks trains from passing over it. There is an option to change the mode of the signal and a panel to assign tags to it. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:''Without an assigned tag to the signal, any train will be blocked from passing it. If you assign a tag, all trains with the same tag will be able to pass the signal. 
''Ignored by all trains:''Without an assigned tag to the signal, every train can pass the signal. If you assign a tag, all trains with the same tag will be blocked from passing the signal.

==== Block signal (Removed from the game)====
When a train arrives at this signal, it will check if the block is clear of other trains, if it is, it will proceed. If it's not, it will stop at the signal and check again in the future until it becomes clear. After the train proceeds past the signal it reserves the whole block of track for itself, until the next block signal or block balise. As of now it is removed from the game.

Signal

2024-09-29T23:13:29Z

Kaaai: /* Path signal [4] */

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Signals make it possible to influence the behavior of [[train]]s running over [[track]]s.

== Signal menu ==
The signal menu is accessible in the [[How to build track|track editor]] [F2] and has two different modes:
*'''Move, delete, edit signals''' [K]: This mode allows you to move, delete and edit signals. You can move them by selecting and then just dragging them along the track or delete selected signals by pressing [delete]. Every signal type has its own menu for editing the properties, you can access it by selecting the signal and looking at the menu on the top left. There you can change the type of the signal, flip it or edit additional settings. Pressing [F] while signals are selected will also flip them.
*'''Create new Signals''' [L]: This mode allows to create new signals.
<gallery>
Signal menu modes 1.14.png|thumb|The two signal menu modes
</gallery>

== Signal types ==
<gallery>
One way signal 1.14.png|thumb|One way signal
Platform train stop point 1.14.png|thumb|Platform train stop point
Block balise 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise
Path signal 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal (unbound)
No way signal 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal
</gallery>
==== One way [1]====
This signal only allows trains to travel in the direction of the arrow. It will also block all paths of path signals that are against its own direction.

[[File:Block balise menu 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise menu]]

==== Platform train stop point [2]====
If you place this signal on a platform track, trains will stop at it, when you assign the platform via basic stop assignment mode.

==== Block balise [3]====
Block balises stop a train path check or path reservation from going beyond their point on the track, that happens from both directions.
There are additional options accessible, if you select the signal. The second one allows you to shift the balise to the side of the track, which is purely a cosmetic option and has no gameplay effect.
The third option lets you choose how the balise should work. The option selected by default is the most frequently used option and behaves as described above. There is also a panel where you can assign tags to the balise. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains are: 
''Applies to all trains:'' This is the default option. If you assign tags to the balise, it will work normally for all trains that do not have any same tags assigned, but it will be ignored by trains that do have at least one of the tags. 
''Ignored by all trains:'' If you select this option, the balise will be ignored by all trains without a selected tag, but will work like a normal balise for any train, that has at least one tag in common with the balise.

==== Path signal [4]====
[[File:Path signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal menu]]
When a train arrives at this signal, the signal will check the [[path]] of the train (visible in a map mode). If this path intersects with another train's path, the train will be stopped and the signal will turn red. The signal will check again until the path is cleared and lets the train pass afterwards. The path signal will check the path up to the next path signal facing the same direction or the next balise along the track. 
The bound option: 
''Only for same direction:''This is the default option. The signal will let paths through that are against its own direction, but block every path that is going the same direction. 
''Always:''The signal will block every path from every signal, ignoring their direction. It can also be used by trains from both sides. 

As with the balise, there is a cosmetic option to shift the signal to either side. 
There is also an option to set a time after which you will be alerted about a waiting train. This is a global setting, and will be the same in every save, you can also set a custom time between 0 minutes (which alerts you instantly) and 24 hours.
 

==== No-way [5]====
[[File:No way signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal menu]]
This signal blocks trains from passing over it. There is a option to change the mode of the signals and a field to assign tags to the signal. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, any train will be blocked from passing it. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be able to pass the signal. 
''Ignored by all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, every train can pass the signal. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be blocked from passing the signal.

==== Block signal (Removed from the game)====
When a train arrives at this signal, it will check if the block is clear of other trains, if it is, it will proceed. If it's not, it will stop at the signal and check again in the future until it becomes clear. After the train proceeds past the signal it reserves the whole block of track for itself, until the next block signal or block balise. As of now it is removed from the game.

Signal

2024-09-29T23:00:59Z

Kaaai: /* Block balise [3] */

{{Concepts sidebar}}
Signals make it possible to influence the behavior of [[train]]s running over [[track]]s.

== Signal menu ==
The signal menu is accessible in the [[How to build track|track editor]] [F2] and has two different modes:
*'''Move, delete, edit signals''' [K]: This mode allows you to move, delete and edit signals. You can move them by selecting and then just dragging them along the track or delete selected signals by pressing [delete]. Every signal type has its own menu for editing the properties, you can access it by selecting the signal and looking at the menu on the top left. There you can change the type of the signal, flip it or edit additional settings. Pressing [F] while signals are selected will also flip them.
*'''Create new Signals''' [L]: This mode allows to create new signals.
<gallery>
Signal menu modes 1.14.png|thumb|The two signal menu modes
</gallery>

== Signal types ==
<gallery>
One way signal 1.14.png|thumb|One way signal
Platform train stop point 1.14.png|thumb|Platform train stop point
Block balise 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise
Path signal 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal (unbound)
No way signal 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal
</gallery>
==== One way [1]====
This signal only allows trains to travel in the direction of the arrow. It will also block all paths of path signals that are against its own direction.

[[File:Block balise menu 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise menu]]

==== Platform train stop point [2]====
If you place this signal on a platform track, trains will stop at it, when you assign the platform via basic stop assignment mode.

==== Block balise [3]====
Block balises stop a train path check or path reservation from going beyond their point on the track, that happens from both directions.
There are additional options accessible, if you select the signal. The second one allows you to shift the balise to the side of the track, which is purely a cosmetic option and has no gameplay effect.
The third option lets you choose how the balise should work. The option selected by default is the most frequently used option and behaves as described above. There is also a panel where you can assign tags to the balise. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains are: 
''Applies to all trains:'' This is the default option. If you assign tags to the balise, it will work normally for all trains that do not have any same tags assigned, but it will be ignored by trains that do have at least one of the tags. 
''Ignored by all trains:'' If you select this option, the balise will be ignored by all trains without a selected tag, but will work like a normal balise for any train, that has at least one tag in common with the balise.

==== Path signal [4]====
[[File:Path signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal menu]]
When a train arrives at this signal, the signal will check the [[path]] of the train (visible in a map mode), and if this train intersects with another train's path, the train will be stopped and the signal will turn red. The signal will check again until it can give the train a green light. The path of the path signal that it checks, will end if it hits a balise or a one way signal, that looks against the direction of the path. 
The bound option: 
''Only for same direction:''This is the default option. The signal will let every path through that is against its own direction, but block every path that is in the same direction. 
''Always:''The signal will block every path form very signal, ignoring their direction. It can also be used by trains from both sides. 

As with the Balise, there is a cosmetic option to shift the signal to either side. 
There is also an option to set a time after which you will be alerted about a waiting train. The default option is the global setting, which you can change in the settings. You can also set a custom time between 1 minute and 24 hours.
 

==== No-way [5]====
[[File:No way signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal menu]]
This signal blocks trains from passing over it. There is a option to change the mode of the signals and a field to assign tags to the signal. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, any train will be blocked from passing it. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be able to pass the signal. 
''Ignored by all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, every train can pass the signal. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be blocked from passing the signal.

==== Block signal (Removed from the game)====
When a train arrives at this signal, it will check if the block is clear of other trains, if it is, it will proceed. If it's not, it will stop at the signal and check again in the future until it becomes clear. After the train proceeds past the signal it reserves the whole block of track for itself, until the next block signal or block balise. As of now it is removed from the game.

Signal

2024-09-29T22:52:38Z

Kaaai: /* Platform train stop point [2] */

{{Concepts sidebar}}
Signals make it possible to influence the behavior of [[train]]s running over [[track]]s.

== Signal menu ==
The signal menu is accessible in the [[How to build track|track editor]] [F2] and has two different modes:
*'''Move, delete, edit signals''' [K]: This mode allows you to move, delete and edit signals. You can move them by selecting and then just dragging them along the track or delete selected signals by pressing [delete]. Every signal type has its own menu for editing the properties, you can access it by selecting the signal and looking at the menu on the top left. There you can change the type of the signal, flip it or edit additional settings. Pressing [F] while signals are selected will also flip them.
*'''Create new Signals''' [L]: This mode allows to create new signals.
<gallery>
Signal menu modes 1.14.png|thumb|The two signal menu modes
</gallery>

== Signal types ==
<gallery>
One way signal 1.14.png|thumb|One way signal
Platform train stop point 1.14.png|thumb|Platform train stop point
Block balise 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise
Path signal 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal (unbound)
No way signal 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal
</gallery>
==== One way [1]====
This signal only allows trains to travel in the direction of the arrow. It will also block all paths of path signals that are against its own direction.

[[File:Block balise menu 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise menu]]

==== Platform train stop point [2]====
If you place this signal on a platform track, trains will stop at it, when you assign the platform via basic stop assignment mode.

==== Block balise [3]====
Block balises stop a train path check or path reservation from going beyond their point in the track, from both directions.
There are additional options accessible, if you select the signal. The second one allows you to shift the balise to the side of the track, it is purely cosmetic.
The third option lets you choose how the balise should work. The option already selected is the most frequently used option and behaves as described above. There is also a field where you can assign tags to the balise. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:'' This is the default option. If you now assign tags to the balise, it will work normally for all trains that do not have this tag assigned, but it will not be seen as a balise by trains that do have the tags. 
''Ignored by all trains:'' If you select this option, the balise will be ignored by all trains without a selected tag, but will be seen as a normal balise by any train that has a selected tag.

==== Path signal [4]====
[[File:Path signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal menu]]
When a train arrives at this signal, the signal will check the [[path]] of the train (visible in a map mode), and if this train intersects with another train's path, the train will be stopped and the signal will turn red. The signal will check again until it can give the train a green light. The path of the path signal that it checks, will end if it hits a balise or a one way signal, that looks against the direction of the path. 
The bound option: 
''Only for same direction:''This is the default option. The signal will let every path through that is against its own direction, but block every path that is in the same direction. 
''Always:''The signal will block every path form very signal, ignoring their direction. It can also be used by trains from both sides. 

As with the Balise, there is a cosmetic option to shift the signal to either side. 
There is also an option to set a time after which you will be alerted about a waiting train. The default option is the global setting, which you can change in the settings. You can also set a custom time between 1 minute and 24 hours.
 

==== No-way [5]====
[[File:No way signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal menu]]
This signal blocks trains from passing over it. There is a option to change the mode of the signals and a field to assign tags to the signal. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, any train will be blocked from passing it. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be able to pass the signal. 
''Ignored by all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, every train can pass the signal. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be blocked from passing the signal.

==== Block signal (Removed from the game)====
When a train arrives at this signal, it will check if the block is clear of other trains, if it is, it will proceed. If it's not, it will stop at the signal and check again in the future until it becomes clear. After the train proceeds past the signal it reserves the whole block of track for itself, until the next block signal or block balise. As of now it is removed from the game.

Signal

2024-09-29T22:51:46Z

Kaaai: /* One way [1] */

{{Concepts sidebar}}
Signals make it possible to influence the behavior of [[train]]s running over [[track]]s.

== Signal menu ==
The signal menu is accessible in the [[How to build track|track editor]] [F2] and has two different modes:
*'''Move, delete, edit signals''' [K]: This mode allows you to move, delete and edit signals. You can move them by selecting and then just dragging them along the track or delete selected signals by pressing [delete]. Every signal type has its own menu for editing the properties, you can access it by selecting the signal and looking at the menu on the top left. There you can change the type of the signal, flip it or edit additional settings. Pressing [F] while signals are selected will also flip them.
*'''Create new Signals''' [L]: This mode allows to create new signals.
<gallery>
Signal menu modes 1.14.png|thumb|The two signal menu modes
</gallery>

== Signal types ==
<gallery>
One way signal 1.14.png|thumb|One way signal
Platform train stop point 1.14.png|thumb|Platform train stop point
Block balise 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise
Path signal 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal (unbound)
No way signal 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal
</gallery>
==== One way [1]====
This signal only allows trains to travel in the direction of the arrow. It will also block all paths of path signals that are against its own direction.

[[File:Block balise menu 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise menu]]

==== Platform train stop point [2]====
If you place this signal, trains will stop at it, when you assign the platform via basic stop assignment mode.

==== Block balise [3]====
Block balises stop a train path check or path reservation from going beyond their point in the track, from both directions.
There are additional options accessible, if you select the signal. The second one allows you to shift the balise to the side of the track, it is purely cosmetic.
The third option lets you choose how the balise should work. The option already selected is the most frequently used option and behaves as described above. There is also a field where you can assign tags to the balise. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:'' This is the default option. If you now assign tags to the balise, it will work normally for all trains that do not have this tag assigned, but it will not be seen as a balise by trains that do have the tags. 
''Ignored by all trains:'' If you select this option, the balise will be ignored by all trains without a selected tag, but will be seen as a normal balise by any train that has a selected tag.

==== Path signal [4]====
[[File:Path signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal menu]]
When a train arrives at this signal, the signal will check the [[path]] of the train (visible in a map mode), and if this train intersects with another train's path, the train will be stopped and the signal will turn red. The signal will check again until it can give the train a green light. The path of the path signal that it checks, will end if it hits a balise or a one way signal, that looks against the direction of the path. 
The bound option: 
''Only for same direction:''This is the default option. The signal will let every path through that is against its own direction, but block every path that is in the same direction. 
''Always:''The signal will block every path form very signal, ignoring their direction. It can also be used by trains from both sides. 

As with the Balise, there is a cosmetic option to shift the signal to either side. 
There is also an option to set a time after which you will be alerted about a waiting train. The default option is the global setting, which you can change in the settings. You can also set a custom time between 1 minute and 24 hours.
 

==== No-way [5]====
[[File:No way signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal menu]]
This signal blocks trains from passing over it. There is a option to change the mode of the signals and a field to assign tags to the signal. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, any train will be blocked from passing it. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be able to pass the signal. 
''Ignored by all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, every train can pass the signal. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be blocked from passing the signal.

==== Block signal (Removed from the game)====
When a train arrives at this signal, it will check if the block is clear of other trains, if it is, it will proceed. If it's not, it will stop at the signal and check again in the future until it becomes clear. After the train proceeds past the signal it reserves the whole block of track for itself, until the next block signal or block balise. As of now it is removed from the game.

Signal

2024-09-29T22:50:44Z

Kaaai: /* Signal menu */

{{Concepts sidebar}}
Signals make it possible to influence the behavior of [[train]]s running over [[track]]s.

== Signal menu ==
The signal menu is accessible in the [[How to build track|track editor]] [F2] and has two different modes:
*'''Move, delete, edit signals''' [K]: This mode allows you to move, delete and edit signals. You can move them by selecting and then just dragging them along the track or delete selected signals by pressing [delete]. Every signal type has its own menu for editing the properties, you can access it by selecting the signal and looking at the menu on the top left. There you can change the type of the signal, flip it or edit additional settings. Pressing [F] while signals are selected will also flip them.
*'''Create new Signals''' [L]: This mode allows to create new signals.
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Signal menu modes 1.14.png|thumb|The two signal menu modes
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== Signal types ==
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One way signal 1.14.png|thumb|One way signal
Platform train stop point 1.14.png|thumb|Platform train stop point
Block balise 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise
Path signal 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal (unbound)
No way signal 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal
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==== One way [1]====
This signal only allows trains to travel in the direction of the arrow. it will also block all paths of path signals that are against its own direction.

[[File:Block balise menu 1.14.png|thumb|Block balise menu]]
==== Platform train stop point [2]====
If you place this signal, trains will stop at it, when you assign the platform via basic stop assignment mode.

==== Block balise [3]====
Block balises stop a train path check or path reservation from going beyond their point in the track, from both directions.
There are additional options accessible, if you select the signal. The second one allows you to shift the balise to the side of the track, it is purely cosmetic.
The third option lets you choose how the balise should work. The option already selected is the most frequently used option and behaves as described above. There is also a field where you can assign tags to the balise. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:'' This is the default option. If you now assign tags to the balise, it will work normally for all trains that do not have this tag assigned, but it will not be seen as a balise by trains that do have the tags. 
''Ignored by all trains:'' If you select this option, the balise will be ignored by all trains without a selected tag, but will be seen as a normal balise by any train that has a selected tag.

==== Path signal [4]====
[[File:Path signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|Path signal menu]]
When a train arrives at this signal, the signal will check the [[path]] of the train (visible in a map mode), and if this train intersects with another train's path, the train will be stopped and the signal will turn red. The signal will check again until it can give the train a green light. The path of the path signal that it checks, will end if it hits a balise or a one way signal, that looks against the direction of the path. 
The bound option: 
''Only for same direction:''This is the default option. The signal will let every path through that is against its own direction, but block every path that is in the same direction. 
''Always:''The signal will block every path form very signal, ignoring their direction. It can also be used by trains from both sides. 

As with the Balise, there is a cosmetic option to shift the signal to either side. 
There is also an option to set a time after which you will be alerted about a waiting train. The default option is the global setting, which you can change in the settings. You can also set a custom time between 1 minute and 24 hours.
 

==== No-way [5]====
[[File:No way signal menu 1.14.png|thumb|No-way signal menu]]
This signal blocks trains from passing over it. There is a option to change the mode of the signals and a field to assign tags to the signal. 
The two options and how they interact with tagged trains: 
''Applies to all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, any train will be blocked from passing it. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be able to pass the signal. 
''Ignored by all trains:''Without a assigned tag to the signal, every train can pass the signal. If you assign a tag, all trains with that tag will be blocked from passing the signal.

==== Block signal (Removed from the game)====
When a train arrives at this signal, it will check if the block is clear of other trains, if it is, it will proceed. If it's not, it will stop at the signal and check again in the future until it becomes clear. After the train proceeds past the signal it reserves the whole block of track for itself, until the next block signal or block balise. As of now it is removed from the game.

Station

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Kaaai: /* Passengers */

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A station is a set of one or more [[platform]]s whose footprints overlap on each other (in particular, a single platform is a valid station too). Stations are the main destination kind available for picking as a [[line]] [[stop]] (the other being [[waypoint]]s). [[Pax]] [[Spawn rate|spawn]] at stations, travelling from their [[Origin|origin station]] to a [[Destination|destination station]].

There are no limits on how many platforms can be combined into an station, including overlapping them at any [[layer]] or aligned in any orientation.

== Passengers ==

Passengers (called [[Pax]] ingame) have an origin station and a destination station, on their way between these two stations pax can transfer in stations, but also do Out-of-Station Interchanges (walking).

'''Out-of-Station Interchanges (OSI) '''
The max radius at which an OSI is possible is 2.3km. There are two ways to achieve such a link between two stations: Either by using the auto walk transfer range of the station or by using the create walk link function [not assigned] in the station building tool. The transfer between two stations via walking takes time, because the pax are walking at a speed of 1m/s. While the pax are walking they appear in the station hall of their destination (of the OSI) with a timer.

== Station properties ==
[[File:Station properties 1.14.png|thumb|Station properties]]
The station properties window is used in the [[Tracks menu]] to edit the station's properties, including:
*The station name
*The station label display settings
*The station coverage area (affecting the reach of the station, and hence the [[spawn rate]] of passengers)
*The auto walk transfer range (this is the range in which the station will automatically create a walking link between stations)
*The platforms pax capacity (a slider for the capacity of the station from 50 pax to 100,000 pax)
*The checkbox to allow Transfer pax overflow into the Station Hall
The station properties window also has a locator button (next to the "Done" button) to jump to the location of the station.

=== Station names ===
There are two options for the station name:
*Automatic naming: Is enabled by default and has to be disabled manually. There is a button with which you can switch between multiple auto-generated names.
*Manual naming: Is activated by unchecking the box for automatic naming under the name. You can then enter your own name.

==== Using station names as tags ====
As of [[Version 1.5]], NIMBY rails does not support station tags. An advanced strategy is to use the station name as a kind of station tag system, which can help in understanding certain menus that do not support tagged listings, as well as the [[Accounting export]]. For example, starting the station name with the stations [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nomenclature_of_Territorial_Units_for_Statistics|NUTS] regional code can make it easier to do regional aggregations on the accounting export.

== Station window ==
[[File:Station_window.png|400px|thumb|right|Station window]]
=== Passengers ===
Passengers can be show in
*Show all
*Show best current trip. This functions as an "in game routeplanner" for the current time.
*Show dominating trips. This functions as an "in game routeplanner" across time.
*Group by destination
*Group by origin
*Group by waited line stop
*Group by next stop

=== Platforms ===
A platform is a special piece of track which a train can use for loading/unloading passengers.

=== Accounting ===
Stations have their own [[Accounting]] window, showing the accounting events that occurred at this station.

== Stations as depots ==
[[Depot|Depots]] are technically just stations that are used for a particular purpose, storing trains for longer periods of time. Depots do not require any kind of special building to function.
*The station coverage area can be set to zero. This prevents pax from spawning or choosing the depot as a destination.
*The station label display settings can be made less prominent.

[[Category:Concepts]]