I too use the Bachmann EZ command system. It's a good start I think for someone just getting into dcc with a small(ish) layout. I am still learning but wanted to be able to run more than one loco at a time and my first layout is coming along nicely but it's more of a trainer.(Have to convince the wife to let me do a nice sized one) The EZ command is simple and easy to hook up and it comes with a little booklet and a dvd that I found pretty informative about the system and how to make it work right. For anything more advanced I would defantly say do your reserch and pick a system that is going to go beyond what you actually need to give you room to expand without haveing to buy all new again.
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UpNorth,
I totally agree. While the wiringfordcc.com website is an excellent one, to me it's a little heavy for a first timer. Even so, I have it bookmarked as a reference.
Tom
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tstage wrote: ... With all due respect to UpNorth, I would hold off reading the wiringfordcc.com website till...
... With all due respect to UpNorth, I would hold off reading the wiringfordcc.com website till...
No problem with that. What ever moves him along. Best to read as much as one can than too little.
I have unplugged the DC controller and hooked up the NCE Power Cab and I was operating.
One important issue, DCC is more sensitive to track dirty track. If you experienced any issues with track while running DC, the issues will be there with DCC.
Rich
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Dennis,
Here's a couple of links/references that I've found handy:
With all due respect to UpNorth, I would hold off reading the wiringfordcc.com website till you familiarize yourself more with DCC and understand better how it works.
Hope that helps...
Another usefull link : http://www.wiringfordcc.com/
As said above, it can be as simple as removing the DC power pack and replacing it with a Command Station of your choice and decoder in engine... As long as you do not have track that loops back on itself (reversing loop), this is were it gets a tad more elaborate.
d.bohanon wrote:...I have a dc train layout now...
...I have a dc train layout now...
Dennis, if you don't have any complicated blocking with toggles, you should be able to just remove the DC power supply and connect the same two wires to the DCC control station. You will need a basic decoder, which is out of my area, but the wiring is essentially the same. As suggested do some of the above reading; it can, and sometimes should, be somewhat more involved, but your reading will let you know.
It is surprisingly simple and so much fun.
d.bohanon wrote:I would like to get into DCC trains could some one tell me what book or dvd I can get to show how to get started. Like what I need. I have a dc train layout now. But to have two trains running on the same track would be great. I hope some one can help me. thanks Dennis
Here are some links. If you have no knowledge of how DCC works, take your time and read.
http://www.members.optusnet.com.au/nswmn/index.htm
There is a lot to read there. Make notes. Store the site in your Favorites folder as you will need to reference it a lot. You can search the 'Net using google.com for dcc installs, dcc diesls, dcc steam etc.