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Hardware and wiring Diagram DCC

Sat, 2018-09-15 05:20 — snotoy2

Hey guys just got a quick question. I run DC on my layout now but I would also like to run DCC. Can I do this? If so what kind of equipment will I need and how do I wire it into my DC layout?

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Mini Panel replacements

Fri, 2018-09-14 04:16 — taholmes160

Good Morning everyone:

I am in the middle of reading a bunch of articles about using servos to control my turnouts, and I am wondering if there is a way to use arduinos or other things to replace the mini panel -- the mini panel looks great, but I know its kinda expensive, and I'm gonna need several. So I am looking for ideas.

Thanks a whole bunch

TIM

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TOMAR H-845 TRAIN ORDER BOARD WITH DOUBLE OPERATING MECHANISM

Wed, 2018-09-12 16:01 — branchline1958

Hi to every model railroader reading this post. I just bought from eBay 2 TOMAR Train Order Board H-845 semaphore signals and the instructions are very summarized and written for someone who is used to wiring this type of semaphore signal which I'm not. This is the model that comes with a double operating mechanism not needing a Tortoise switch motor to operate it I suppose. I am adding some photos to help clarify my post because I'm not sure I was explicit enough and may have led to some confusion.

Layout turnout control

Mon, 2018-09-10 20:52 — kirkifer

Track and electrical/DCC

Okay everyone,

I am simply and utterly confused at the best way to proceed with turnout control. I always thought I would use Digitrax components for control of the various switch machines but I believe the more controllable and less expensive solution is Arduino. Supposedly, Arduino will communicate with JMRI and so, having a computer that uses JMRI to run signals, routing, control functions, etc is along the line of what I want.

Best economical Signal system

Mon, 2018-09-10 05:28 — Odyknuck

Track and electrical/DCC

I know this has been discussed many times however I am still not sure what is the best route to go. I am in the process of building a new C & O (1955 Era) 50' x 12 1/2' Model rail road and want a signal system. I have decided to run the NCE DCC product line however I want a separate Signal system to compliment it. So far it's looking like JMRI for CTC. I have looked at a lot of different approach's and have come to terms with the sticker shock lol. Please advise.

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Broadway Limited Keep-Alive

Sun, 2018-09-09 19:08 — Juxen

Has anyone tried/had success with installing a keep alive (or current saver, or whatever brand you choose) on board or in the tender? I'm going to be getting an ATSF 4-8-4 P3 soon, and I was wondering if there was a way I could ensure for smooth running and sound over rough spots.

Thanks!

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BLI SW7 programming issues

Sun, 2018-09-09 19:08 — krhodes1

Hello all,

I have an MEC BLI SW7 that I picked up some years ago. It's a Paragon 2 DCC/Sound unit, and it is probably 5 years old now - I finally have a working layout to play with. I mostly run a Digitrax Zeyphr Xtra (DCS-51), with a PR4 USB connection unit, but I also have a Sprog II. Both the Sprog II and the PR4 work perfectly with JMRI (current version, 4.12) with all of my other DCC and SCC/Sound units. I have an Atlas HH600, Atlas GP-40 and Bachmann S-4 with sound, and a variety of no-sound DCC units.

NCE Help

Fri, 2018-09-07 13:40 — lalobc

I have an NCE Power Cab, and in the main buttons appear one with the "BELL" sign, normally if you press this button you can heard The BELL, instead In my case I heard Coupler clank

I try to fix in CAb Setup Menu, without success, Any rocommendations?

Thanks

Eduardo