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[quote user="richhotrain"]Remove the plug and install a decoder, any decoder, just a cheap non-sound decoder, and program a long address. It should run on DCC power without shorting. You can always swap it out later for the LokSound. Rich[/quote] I used to use NCE D13SRJs for this exact purpose (now discontinued).  I have a couple that have been run through 3 or 4 locomotives.  TCS T series decoder is a pretty good bet for a 9pin plug in.  I have also used the NCE D15SR, but they not as good IMO.  The T1 is a dollar more, T4 is $5 more.  Running a DC locomotive on 00 is never good for the motor.  Better to drop a cheap decoder in. Edit: Just in case there is something actually wrong: 1. Remove plug. 2. Place locomotive on a piece of track that is not connected to anything else. 3. Set multivolt meter to continuity (ohms setting).  Check for continuity between the motor leads and the track.  Check both leads to both rails.  If you get anything but an open with the plug removed, there is an internal short that will blow a decoder, and is the source of your problems.
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