# Manual

## Getting started

This manual covers all features of Model Train Script. Here is the recommended order to get up and running:

1. **Check compatibility** — Read [supported systems](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/supported-systems) to verify your command station is supported.
2. **Configure the app** — Set up your connection and preferences in [app settings](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/settings).
3. **Create a profile** — A [profile](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/profile) holds all your vehicles, layout, and automation in one place.
4. **Add your vehicles** — Configure your locomotives and their functions in [vehicles](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/vehicles).
5. **Build your layout** — Set up your track plan with turnouts, signals, and sensors in the [layout](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/layout).
6. **Drive** — Use the [throttle](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/throttle) to control your trains and accessories.
7. **Automate** — Create scripts, routes, and timetables with [automation](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/automation).

## Manual overview

| Page                                                                                   | Description                                                          |
| -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [Supported systems](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/supported-systems) | Compatible command stations and their features.                      |
| [App settings](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/settings)               | Profiles, automation, and app behaviour settings.                    |
| [Profile](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/profile)                     | The container for all your layout configuration.                     |
| [Throttle](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/throttle)                   | Driving trains, controlling accessories, and monitoring your layout. |
| [Vehicles](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/vehicles)                   | Configuring locomotives, functions, profiles, and consists.          |
| [Layout](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/layout)                       | Building your track plan with accessories and sensors.               |
| [Automation](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/automation)               | Scripts, routes, timetables, sounds, cameras, and more.              |

For hands-on guidance, check out our [tutorials](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/automation/tutorials) and [examples](https://modeltrainscript.gitbook.io/docs/manual/automation/examples).


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