Signals and Signs
Signal Aspects
Below are the signal aspects that are used on the Northeast Corridor. (These are based on the keyboard shortcuts card that came with Microsoft Train Simulator. I will have a better opportunity to determine what the aspects actually look like in July of 2006.) The descriptions match the NORAC Operating Rules Fourth Edition, Jan 1, 1993.
| Signal | Cab Signal | Name | Indication |
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Clear | Proceed not exceeding Normal Speed | |
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Approach Limited | Proceed approaching the next signal at Limited Speed | |
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Approach Medium | Proceed approaching next signal at Medium Speed | |
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Approach | Proceed prepared to stop at the next signal. Trains exceeding Medium Speed must begin reduction to Medium Speed as soon as the engine passes the Approach Signal | |
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Stop | Stop | |
| Sign | Name | Indication | |
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Approach Permanent Speed Limit Sign | Proceed prepared to operate at posted speed through permanent speed
restriction NOTE: In electrified territory, this sign will be mounted in the catenary system; in non-electrified territory this sign will be mounted on an overhead bridge or on a pole approximately 12 feet above the top of the rail. |
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