DCC - Electrical
Slow motion switch machine with DCC
Hi all,
In last newsletter form MRH i saw advertising to MRServo. OK, it is not that bad device, little expensive, but why not. I done lot of experiments with servo. You can see some of my servo decoders, some of them have NMRA certification etc (you can buy them with various sellers in EU). But I can not say I'm satisfied with using servo as a switch machine (especially in mode when it trying to operate same as tortoise).
ALPINE RAILROAD IN NJ-LOOKING FOR SUGGESTIONS
I am asking the MHR community for some help in solving a problem I created with my choice of layout scenery. My layout was originally conceptualized 25 yrs ago as a much smaller layout with no intention of adding a backdrop or anything like that. I started this current version with the old idea then expanded it because I had the room to do so. Although I do plan on adding a backdrop at some point, I didn't take this into consideration when I stuck with the basics of how I originally thought the scenery would look.
ALPINE RAILROAD IN NJ-EVOLUTION IN PICS PART VII
When I last posted I had just completed adding rocks to the newest section of my layout. I flew to CA for vacation on 12/27 and am still here now in LA on business until Feb. Of course that means I don't get to work on the layout but before I left I took a few more photos to share after I had colored all the remaining white plaster with Woodland Scenics earth pigment. It really makes a huge difference. Even without grass or trees the layout starts to look more realistic.
Ethernet 101
A recent question on using video cameras in staging has prompted the start of this thread.
The aim is to educate and inform readers on how the installation of a Local Area Network (LAN) can enhance and simplify our enjoyment of this hobby.
Wiring a Walthers ACM turntable control board to a Relay 8 module? Help?
Has anyone succeeded in connecting the Walther's Advanced Control Module to a Relay 8 (5v.) board? I could sure use some help as to what the wiring diagram should be.
I've done a lot of Googling for information and about all I find are other individuals who are equally frustrated, but no answers.
I'm going to use it to turn the track power on/off for each stall. It is supposed to do that automatically by activating a relay when the turntable is programed to go to a specific stall.
LoSiund ESU 50310 and Digitrax PM42
Has anyone setup a new ESU 50310 with a Digitrax PM42?
Or know if this arrangement works? Or if not is there a power management device that does and does not interfere with its operation and rail cm?
Just got the ESU unit and want to implement but also want to keep the short protection.
Haven't received any confirmation from LokSound so far so hoping someone can chime in.
Thanks for any help you can provide.
Regards,
Doc
Electrical CAD
I'm looking for recommendations for a simple, low cost , CAD program to draw simple electrical diagrams that include simple electronic component, switches, terminal blocks.
Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated.
Moe Bursztein
Digitrax PR4 interface . Daniel Coomes help required Please .
Daniel I have a Digitrax DCS-100 Duplex Super Chief , with a DT 402D throttle . I purchased a Digitrax PR4 and installed as your video . Worked terrific ran trains all day . Now the smart phone won't connect . Been in touch with Digitrax , All they are saying is it won't work with JRMI . Told them 3 times i don't have JRMI . Can you help . Ian Dawson Australia . PLus great shows and Pod casts Ken .
Peco code 55 switches
Hello, Sorry I'm sure this has been hashed over before but I'm a new on here and building my first new lay out in about 20 years so --- I up graded to code 55 track and it turns out all that's available is the electrofrog which is not so DCC friendly (were I believe a insulfrog would be) What is the best option to make them workable (I didn't want them powered) as most will be in a yard ?? Thanks for your help Tom
MAKE YOUR OWN SIGNAL SYSTEM
The recent articles in MRH about signals and signal circuits have a lot of useful information. I would like to describe some circuits that I have used on my home layout and also on the Crossroads Club layout in Vandalia OH. Also, some homemade signals that are not super detailed but will work and are good for a limited retirement budget. The are three parts needed for the system (1) detection , (2) signal lamp driver circuits and (3) signals themselves. All of the circuits are from the model magazines or from the internet. There are no computers or mini compute
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