Route Downloaded--Now What?

[rdell01]

Hi--I am new to this. I downloaded a few routes, but can't get them operational. I think it has something to do with adding deficiencies. My question is, once I have dowloaded a session, what do I do next to be able to access and use the route? thanks

 

[leswell]

Hi--I am new to this. I downloaded a few routes, but can't get them operational. I think it has something to do with adding deficiencies. My question is, once I have dowloaded a session, what do I do next to be able to access and use the route? thanks

Every route must have a session to be runable and you can only run the route by clicking on a session attached to it (there may be more than one).
The session must be specifically for the route which will be it's dependancy.

If you do not already have a session:

You need to open the route in surveyor and place at least one locomotive somewhere on the track. A driver will be allocated automatically. You can then save the route with these new changes. (The locomotive will then be classed as a dependancy for the route.) When you save the route you will also be asked if you also wish to save a session with the default name. Do so.

If you then go to driver you will find the route has a session. When you run it you will find that the locomotive has the focus and you can drive it as per the instructions.

Les