DCC Information
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DCC Information
Hi guys, Any recommendations on a book or website about "DCC for Dummies"? Yes, I'm Googling it but suggestions are appreciated. Also, offers to help will be considered.
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Re: DCC Information
What are you looking to know?
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Re: DCC Information
I'm not sure what questions to ask . I found a website about DCC for beginners. Maybe I'll have some questions afterwards.
SD80MAC wrote:What are you looking to know?
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Kalmback used to print a DCC for beginners book. Not sure if hobby shops still carry this or not.
https://kalmbachhobbystore.com/product/book/12448
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Doesn't matter, they're all closed!trnwatcher wrote:Not sure if hobby shops still carry this or not.
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Thank you Saturn. I'll check it out.
Here's a website I found on Google that seems to be helpful too.
http://www.wiringfordcc.com/
Here's a website I found on Google that seems to be helpful too.
http://www.wiringfordcc.com/
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Re: DCC Information
The NMRA has a "bare bones" web page about DCC at https://www.nmra.org/beginners-guide-co ... ol-and-dcc.
The Wikipedia page has some basic info, even with diagrams: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Command_Control.
Spruce Crafts has some info at https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/digital ... cc-2381867.
Model Railroader magazine has some resources about DCC at https://mrr.trains.com/how-to/dcc-elect ... -resources.
PM me if you have specific questions.
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The Wikipedia page has some basic info, even with diagrams: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Command_Control.
Spruce Crafts has some info at https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/digital ... cc-2381867.
Model Railroader magazine has some resources about DCC at https://mrr.trains.com/how-to/dcc-elect ... -resources.
PM me if you have specific questions.
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Re: DCC Information
Based on your suggestions I have narrowed it down to Digitrax and NCE.
My layout is a 6x10 single level with five engines of which three or four will be operating most of the time (two in tandem and the other two in push-pull).
All feedback is welcomed and appreciated.
I am scheduled to install it on Friday, September 23rd, so if a huge explosion occurs in the Washington area that day it is probably me .
My layout is a 6x10 single level with five engines of which three or four will be operating most of the time (two in tandem and the other two in push-pull).
All feedback is welcomed and appreciated.
I am scheduled to install it on Friday, September 23rd, so if a huge explosion occurs in the Washington area that day it is probably me .
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Re: DCC Information
I have the NCE system on my home layout and would recommend it. It was my first experience with DCC and it was so simple and easy to set up and operate.
Since I bought the original starter system I upgraded to wireless throttles (I still use the original starter system in conjunction with the wireless throttles) and have no trouble running 5 to 6 locomotives at once.
I used to be member of a modular railroad club and they used Digitrax and I’ve never cared much for it.
Since I bought the original starter system I upgraded to wireless throttles (I still use the original starter system in conjunction with the wireless throttles) and have no trouble running 5 to 6 locomotives at once.
I used to be member of a modular railroad club and they used Digitrax and I’ve never cared much for it.
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I have a Digitrax EVOX Evolution Advanced 5/8 amp on my layout.
10x20 with extensive yard.
Easy to install/setup. menus can be a bit fussy (have a cheat sheet) , plenty of power.
I have no complaints so far.
https://yankeedabbler.com/digitrax-evox ... -245-evox/
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10x20 with extensive yard.
Easy to install/setup. menus can be a bit fussy (have a cheat sheet) , plenty of power.
I have no complaints so far.
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I purchased an NCE system for my 4*8 table and it's been good. Easy, user friendly and I'm working on teaching my 8YO son to use it.dAARR wrote: ↑Tue Sep 06, 2022 7:04 pmBased on your suggestions I have narrowed it down to Digitrax and NCE.
My layout is a 6x10 single level with five engines of which three or four will be operating most of the time (two in tandem and the other two in push-pull).
All feedback is welcomed and appreciated.
I am scheduled to install it on Friday, September 23rd, so if a huge explosion occurs in the Washington area that day it is probably me .
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Just saw this thread, I went from MRC to NCE a year ago and I will say NCE is way better, it's very user-friendly and is very easy to set up. I use the power cab
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Thank you for your feedback, gentlemen. I chose NCE and will install it tomorrow with the assistance of John Kearny.
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I didn't hear any mutual-aid calls go out for Washington today or see a giant fireball in the distance, so it's either going really well or very poorly. Have you ever seen these Proto Throttles before? Bit pricey, but they look a lot more fun to use than a rotary knob.
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Thank you for the suggestion
Installation went well although I plugged it into the wrong connector and couldn't figure out why I wasn't getting power
. I am more excited than I thought I would be to have an engine with sound and working lights .
Installation went well although I plugged it into the wrong connector and couldn't figure out why I wasn't getting power
. I am more excited than I thought I would be to have an engine with sound and working lights .
Struggen wrote: ↑Fri Sep 23, 2022 8:14 pmI didn't hear any mutual-aid calls go out for Washington today or see a giant fireball in the distance, so it's either going really well or very poorly. Have you ever seen these Proto Throttles before? Bit pricey, but they look a lot more fun to use than a rotary knob.
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Great choice AARR
Now if you want to go wireless you need these two items. It’s simple to set up and operate you just plug the base station into the extra connection on your UTC panel and you’re good to go.(you can still use your original power cab throttle as well)
NCE 5240023 RB02, 916MHz Radio Base Station and a NCE 5240044 Radio cab 06pr Throttle.(The throttle comes with a cord in case your batteries go dead)
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Thank you. That is similar to what I installed. It came with the NCE set-up. So far with just one engine I haven't broken anything .
GR H & C wrote: ↑Sat Oct 01, 2022 8:22 amGreat choice AARR
Now if you want to go wireless you need these two items. It’s simple to set up and operate you just plug the base station into the extra connection on your UTC panel and you’re good to go.(you can still use your original power cab throttle as well)
NCE 5240023 RB02, 916MHz Radio Base Station and a NCE 5240044 Radio cab 06pr Throttle.(The throttle comes with a cord in case your batteries go dead)
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We now come to the part of the show called "If it ain't broke, you're not trying!"
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Used these. Fun for about 20 minutes, then its just work. I prefer a regular DCC throttle.Struggen wrote: ↑Fri Sep 23, 2022 8:14 pmI didn't hear any mutual-aid calls go out for Washington today or see a giant fireball in the distance, so it's either going really well or very poorly. Have you ever seen these Proto Throttles before? Bit pricey, but they look a lot more fun to use than a rotary knob.
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