Looking for a train proximity sensor that would provide DCC AC voltage as the train passes by, else open circuit.  I could use it to activate train signal lights.  It would be nice if it would fit under the Bachmann HO scale track and get power from the track rails.  I would like it to be as inconspicuous as possible.  My train layout is atop the dining room table so I cannot drill holes into the surface.

Ok, now I'm really confused.  I am planning to create a new layout with a reversing loop (DCC, HO) using Bachmann DCC Automatic Reverse Loop Module #44912.  Now I see on the Bachmann website there is auto reversing track (curved = 44549).  I thought I just had to remove the electrical connectors at each end of the loop.  What does the auto reversing track do?

Subject turnouts appear to be unavailable everywhere.  When do you expect them to become available?

I've decided to include a reversing loop in my next layout (EZ track, DCC).  Basically a figure 8 / oval using 4 turnouts and a 60 deg crossing.  The oval, laid out with 4 symmetrical turnouts, will be on fixed power while the inside crossing X track (connected to diverging end of the 4 turnouts) will be powered via the Bachmann reverse loop module.  That's the easy part, I think.  I am extremely limited in space as it must reside on our dining room table.  Actually, there will be 2 more outer loops so I can run 3 trains simultaneously.  All 3 concentric loops will be connected via 4 crossovers.  I would like to add a couple spurs inside one loop of the figure 8 (which is part of the reverse loop) to park 2 of the trains.

Question: Is it permissible to install turnouts as part of the reverse loop?  These 2 turnouts will be entirely within the reverse loop, the diverging tracks will be dead-ended. My only concern is that the immediate phase reversal of the power, as the train enters or exits the reverse loop, might confuse the turnout.

Please advise if you have attempted this.

I just purchased a Walthers Antique Barn (Yellow) kit.  I am new to this and did not realize I would have to glue the thing together.  I would appreciate any recommendations as far as which glue to use.  A specific brand and type for ease of use.  The instructions state that all parts are styrene.  Thanks in advance.

I'm getting ready to purchase a second train.  My layout contains 5 turnouts and 2 crossovers.  I want to control one train while my grandson controls the other.  I want each of us to be able to control the turnouts and crossovers.  It appears the only way to provide this functionality is via the Dynamis Pro System which appears to be a standard Dynamis System with the Pro equipment added on.  I now see that there is a Dynamis Ultima System that combines both and adds additional capability.  But it appears to be available only in Europe.  Does anyone have any info on this system?  Will it be made available in the US?

I have an Echo Valley train.  I've added much track and several turnouts, and crossovers.  My current layout easily supports 2 trains simultaneously but I want to be able to park the trains via a turnout.  I have not yet purchased second train.  My problem is that often the train will not come to a complete stop, even with the control knob turned completely CCW.  I've even tried switching the control to another number, turning the knob CW a bit, then re-selecting 3 (assigned to my train).  Didn't help.  The train gradually backs into the Hayes Bumper and the wheels keep turning.  Go forward, won't stop. Go in reverse, won't stop.  I would appreciate any help.

I am new to HO track.  It appears to me that, since the track rails are asymmetrical with respect to electrical power, a figure 8 layout might pose some restrictions.  If I call the 2 electrical conductors A and B, is it true that conductor A resides on the outboard rail on one half of the figure 8 and on the inboard rail on the other half?  If this is true, I assume I would not be able to connect the two halves of the figure 8 with two turnouts (switches), else I would create a short circuit.  I would have to create a double figure 8 using two crossing tracks and connect the two outer lobes of the dual figure 8 via turnouts?