Hi Ivan I have been thinking along similar lines but instead of using a second shield, I was thinking of using the programming output instead....
Yes - but only if the DC is above a certain voltage. This could be approx 7volts. Below this, the decoder regulator output will become...
Not really The decoder power source will be the track and this voltage varies from zero to 12v dc. It will also be electrically noisy. The lamps...
I would still run it on DC for a period. When running on DC, is there a ring of sparks running round the commutator. I have had this happen on...
Hi John I would suggest you run the motor on DC for about an hour to clean up the commutator and brushes. Once running smoothly, try the DCC...
I do not think it is only the manufactures - some of my club members balk at the thought of DCC so any of the modern technology involving...
Hi Markin There are many different grades of model railroaders!! Personally I am interested in the control side of things so scale realism is not...
Very interesting discussion. I personally can see some fundamental changes on the horizon. First will be the use of Brushless Technology for...
Hi All I am actually in NZ at the moment but my home town is Blandford Forum in the UK. I have 2 grandchildren in both the UK and NZ and have been...
