Hello there, i am new to the hobby.  I have The Explorer Set, First Railroad Track Pack and ez track expander set, some turnouts and crossing. 

What would be the best place to get some layout ideas?  How big should i start?  Since i am a newbie should i start with a 4 X 8 layout?

Your help will be greatly appreciated.

Is there is software that you could enter your track inventory and it will give you different layout ideas?

Best regards

Brian

I recently purchased the ez command center that comes with a loco.  as per instructions the id is pre-programmed on #3.  I am trying to change it to another number but it will not go.  I also tried programming another loco with no luck the loco does not respond.  I followed the instruction and the dvd.

How can i trouble shoot this?

I am located in Curacao its a small island in the caribbean and there is no hobby shop here to help me out.

Thanks in advance,

Brian