This guide has been designed to help players get the most out of the Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen Loco Add-On. Below you will find information about the content available for this route, including links to community videos. Each of our video links demonstrate what a successful run may look like and can be used to help players having difficulty with a particular scenario.
Manuals
- Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen Manual
- Expert DB BR 101 & IC Steuerwagen Manual (German)
- Manual Navigation & Info
Training
- BR 101 Expert Introduction (Add-On)
- Bpmmbdzf 286.1 Cab Car Introduction (Add-On)
- BR 101 Expert - Learn how to cold start the BR 101 Expert
- BR 101 - Learn how to Enter the Train Data
- BR 101 - Learn how to Diagnose Faults
- BR 101 - Learn how to Turn off Sifa
Scenarios
Bahnstrecke Salzburg-Rosenheim
Kassel - Würzburg (Gameplay Pack)
Known Issues
BR S286 Introduction - Can't set the throttle to Off
When the player is told to "Set the Throttle to Off" to coast, the player will instead need to move the throttle to the "Min" position to complete the objective.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which locos are compatible with the IC Cab Car?
The following thread discusses which locos are compatible with the IC Cab Car and other useful information: https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/br101-expert-some-clarification.83254/
How do door operations work?
The doors will open by themselves when unlocked and a platform is adjacent (and the doors that are opened are randomly selected as to simulate passengers opening the doors rather than all being opened, and at the same time). But, the doors still need to be closed by the driver, as in other German locomotives in TSW.
Why aren't the doors opening or closing?
The train line ("ZS" aka Electric Train Supply) must be active at all times. When the batter drops below a certain voltage threshold, it will begin to shut other systems down. This is "minimalspannungsrelais" or minimum voltage protection/relay. There are several steps to this process. Initially it will shut off coach lights, then shut off the door locking, EP braking and the anti-skid. Last of all, you will lose the speedometer.
You can find a more detailed explanation and discussion here: https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/br101-expert-for-those-with-door-issues.83452/
Why is the speedometer reading zero?
The train line ("ZS" aka Electric Train Supply) must be active at all times. When the batter drops below a certain voltage threshold, it will begin to shut other systems down. This is "minimalspannungsrelais" or minimum voltage protection/relay. There are several steps to this process. Initially it will shut off coach lights, then shut off the door locking, EP braking and the anti-skid. Last of all, you will lose the speedometer.
Why doesn't the Parking Brake light up (Federspeicher Anlegen)?
The parking brake spring is pushed back by the brake cylinder pressure, so you will only see that light if the brake cylinder pressure is below 0.5 bar.
Video Guides
- Expert 101 Preview Stream
- Expert 101 GSM-R Tutorial (German) - TrainSimPlay
- IC Steuerwagen Tutorial (German) - TrainSimPlay
Compatible Routes
The following routes are compatible by providing dedicated content for this add-on. These guides will contain layer requirements for each route and other helpful information.