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 ===== Unit is made on the same basics as GCA50 ===== ===== Unit is made on the same basics as GCA50 =====
 GCA50 was originally made for Modelspoor Groep Venlo (MGV) to be used for the modules of the large layout with K-rails from Märklin.\\ GCA50 was originally made for Modelspoor Groep Venlo (MGV) to be used for the modules of the large layout with K-rails from Märklin.\\
-Because these modules were frequently be separated, transported and joined together on various shows, the choice was made to use\\+Because these modules were frequently separated, transported and joined together on various shows, the choice was made to use\\
 Sub-dconnectors instead of the mechanical rather weak RJ12 connectors.\\ Sub-dconnectors instead of the mechanical rather weak RJ12 connectors.\\
 Also because of the large amount of GCA50 units ( up to 90 !) the current in a RJ12 connector and cable was rather limited.\\  Also because of the large amount of GCA50 units ( up to 90 !) the current in a RJ12 connector and cable was rather limited.\\ 
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 |  {{:gca500_pcb.pdf|The printed circuit board with part positions}}  | |  {{:gca500_pcb.pdf|The printed circuit board with part positions}}  |
 |  {{:gca:gca500_parts_gca_setup.pdf |The bill of materials with D-connectors}}  | |  {{:gca:gca500_parts_gca_setup.pdf |The bill of materials with D-connectors}}  |
-|  {{:gca:gca500_parts_rj12_setup.pdf |The bill of materials with RJ2 connectors}}+|  {{:gca:gca500_parts_rj12_setup.pdf |The bill of materials with RJ12 connectors}}  |
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 ===== Connections and port information ===== ===== Connections and port information =====
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 This switching regulator can handle up to 1 Amp constant current, with very low loss of energy in heating.\\ This switching regulator can handle up to 1 Amp constant current, with very low loss of energy in heating.\\
 For larger setups with many units, this is preferable because it takes about 60% less load from the 12 Volt power supply.\\ For larger setups with many units, this is preferable because it takes about 60% less load from the 12 Volt power supply.\\
-Also, when one or two GCA107 boards are connected, and many relays continiously activated, the VR1 is needed.\\+Also, when one or two GCA107 boards are connected, and many relays continiously activated, the VR1 is the best option.\\
  
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