Hello, I'm new to DCC. I recently purchased a new Bachmann 0-4-0 side rod loco that has DCC on board. I have not yet bought a DCC controller. The problem is is that the loco runs just fine under DC control. I removed the shell and checked to make sure that the electronics are in place. Is it normal that DC is controlling it or has something failed in the electronics? I thought I would have to replace the decoder with the supplied pins to operate in DC mode. Thanks, Paul
Paul,
Standard decoders normally allow one to run their engine on either DC or DCC. There is a way to turn the DC function off if desired.
Bob
Thank you Bob, I am still at the bottom of the learning curve for DCC.
Paul
Paul,
Check CV 29 bit 2 if you want to disable DC mode set it to 0 but please read the manual before setting CV 29 as it sets other important things.
Ken
Paul,
Welcome to the learning curve. I really do not have that much of a headstart on you. Keep asking the questions as that is the way you learn.
Bob