DCC EX prototype test

Testing my prototype DCC-EX single board design.
Originally developed as DCC++ this Arduino based system has proved very popular over the years. The core was then later developed into the DCC-EX system, which essentially turned into a complete re-write of the code. As technology moved forward the team behind the project evolved the code to make use of these features and do more than just move trains.
Recent developments have used the ESP32 modules to allow the command station to be added to an existing wifi network, or as an access point for direct connection, allowing apps such as Engine Driver to control the DCC functions and drive a loco.
However, being Arduino based this meant stacking up to three or more "shields" and that to me looked ugly. So I developed my single board solution which is basically an "ESPduino32" board and a standard motor shield combined on a single board. This prototype uses the newer ESP32-Wroom E chip, with a L298 dual H-Bridge power stage.
The board was designed to fit into a small low profile case that can be mounted on top or under the baseboard, with LEDs giving full indication of its status.
The functionality was tested using a class 42 fitted with a sound decoder which was kindly given to me as a Christmas present from a good friend. Next time I intend to do a video I must remember to clean the track first !