Building Control Panels in PanelPro

PanelPro lets you create virtual control panels that display and control your layout from a computer screen.

Panel Types

• **Panel Editor:** Freeform design with any images
• **Layout Editor:** Track-based with automatic block detection
• **Control Panel Editor:** CTC-style with standardized elements

Creating Your First Panel

1. Open PanelPro
2. Go to Panels → New Panel → Layout Editor
3. Set your grid size and background color
4. Begin drawing track using the toolbar

Adding Turnouts

1. Define turnouts in Tables → Turnouts
2. Right-click on the panel where the turnout goes
3. Select "Add Turnout"
4. Enter the turnout address
5. Click the turnout symbol to throw it

Adding Signals

1. Define signals in Tables → Signals
2. Add signal heads or masts to your panel
3. Configure signal logic (Simple Signal Logic or Signal Mast Logic)
4. Signals will respond to block occupancy automatically

Block Detection Integration

1. Create blocks in Tables → Blocks
2. Assign occupancy sensors to blocks
3. Configure blocks on your panel
4. Track segments change color when occupied

Advanced Features

• **Routes:** Throw multiple turnouts with one click
• **Logix:** Create complex automation rules
• **Scripting:** Write Python scripts for custom behavior
• **Web Access:** Control panels from tablets and phones