TMCC in conventional mode

[kpbart]

I purchased a brand new Lionel engine that is equipped with TMCC. It is a 1996 model so it is the first version. My question being I run everything else I have with conventional control AC transformers sooo am I going to be able to operate this conventionally or do I resell it? The engine # 6-18563. Thanks!

[Moozuki]

It should run just fine

[rtraincollector]

That's a great engine I have 2 of them in the NYC road name. and as stated it should do fine in conventional mode as it will pause for a few seconds when you apply power to it as it will be looking for command signal but once it can't find it, it will then go into conventional mode

[BigAl 956]

The engine will automatically sense you do not have TMCC installed and come up in conventional mode. You can install a 9v battery to smooth over the sound bumps you get when interrupting power. But that is optional and I never install a battery because I'm afraid I would leave it in.