Controlled Signal
An absolute signal, the aspect of which, is controlled by a control operator.
Controller
A general term that should be preceded or followed by a word describing its function, i.e. Speed Controller.
Controlled signals protect mainly dual control switches and are controlled by an interlocking and is under direct control by the dispatcher. A CTC interlocking location is often referred to as a Control Point (CP).
Controlled Signal
A fixed signal, the aspect of which, is controlled by a control operator.
Controlled Tractive Effort.
Remote Controlled Signalling (RCS)
RAILWAYS. The name used by QR (Queensland Railways, Australia) for CTC and similar systems.
Render
COMPUTERS. The process of generating a 3D image on a computer.
Controlled Signal An absolute signal, the aspect of which, is controlled by a control operator. COT&S Clean, Oil, Test & Stencil. Applies to air brake rework. Covered Wagon A nickname that is generally attached to EMD E and F units.
Whenever a controlled signal and the route through a control point are to be changed, a timer starts and must run its prescribed time before the change to the switch line up can occur. This is a safety feature built into the system.
 See also: Normal, Track, Point, Conductor, Train
  
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