GREETINGS:: I lokinf for the companion controller to the original ez command . If any of you have one laying around and willing to part with it let me know MANY THANKS.

For Mr. Jim Banner and others: I have read several articles on dcc some suggested by Mr. Banner, But i am  still unclear on, if i need a reverse loop module with dcc if i run a loop back into the main track. well aware with dc this must be installed. and would assume same with a dcc system???

Heres  one of my famous questions: Does any one make a track crossing device 30, 60, ect where i can cross a dcc trrack with a dc track??? have both and to save space in routing of tracks would like to be able to run the dcc and cross the dc track while it is in motion elsewhere on the board moving. Is this possible ?? Thanks.

Greetings: I have the digital commander - easy command set purchased 2 x- mases ago. it comes with: 1-f t a loco all wheel drive, and 1-gp-40 all wheel drive. 1-28-128 speed step controller ?? a 1 amp power supply, and 56x38 oval track with switch and siding. cant find any other numbers id's ect on box.
My question: Does bachman make a  (diesel)  sound decode rfor these locos?
Is it plug and play, or does the sound have to be prgrammed also?? as dont see any options in the cd or papers for this. or willi have to put totally new boards in?? Thanks for your help.

Here goes: 2 christmases ago purchased the bachman digitalcommander deluxe. It has 2 locos with dcc on board. one is a emd ft-a the other is a emd gp40 both dcc equiped. On the box says sound. says with wz command control center. I have viewed the cd several times, read allthe paper work, butdo not see the sound decoder in blow up, andsee nothingaboutprogramming sounds. Assume this is hype printed on the box!
!. Can i add bachman soundboards to these??
2. If so do i need to step up to the dynamis controller to program all of this??
Any help greatly appreciated.

HI: Okay i have a bachman loco new approx 2 chrisrmases ago,it is dc. also have the digital commander set purchased shortly after that it is supposedly dcc acording to box. My question is: can i buy a converter board to put in the dc loco and make it dcc.?

HI GUYS: I bought my grndson a bachman digital commander set, with e-z command, i figure probably very basic sntry level. it comes with 2 locos, a gp-40 & fta. it says on the box controllable speeds, light, direction and sound. does this set reallyhave sound on board or are they stretchingit a little?

HI: I have seen pics of set ups with rigid foam on top of the plywood, explain please why, and advantage, and is the foam paintable istead of having to use say indoor outdoor carpet for grass??  a curious mind wants to know

HI: searched the board but could not find answer regarding mating of flex trak to bachman e-z track?? I am assuming should connect as long as flex is on road bed , cork ect , and is of same height as the bachman track?

HI:I am setting up an l shaped board using 2 pieces of 5/8 mdf. at the end of each piece i wish to put a u shaped return curve, the board is 36 inches wide what is the smallest curve radius i can use. thanks mike.

Hi to all: I have a lionel airport beacon ho scale #0494. I do not know and lionel doesnt either, what voltage it operates at or if ac or dc, nor where i might get itty bitty replacement bulbs for it. They refered me to a "DOCTOR DEAN THE TRAIN GUY" who is an authorized lionel repair guy, no luck with him!! So here i am need help from the experts on this. Thanks in advance.

HI: i saw one of your replys on ho in regards to ammeter and volt meters,and you stated that dcc was a special form of ac. Could you enlighten me please??

HI; been looking at these here and other places. Would somebody explain to me how they function?? What activates them as train approaches ?? Infrared beam, photo cell, magnetic reed switch by track?? Curiosity has got this cat

HI:was in hobby lobby yesterday looking. was in the modelers area if you will, and was showing wife the grnd cover scenery stuff, you know small packages, stiff price. She said follow me?? took me over to floral dept, lo and behold there in bulk packs same stuff at half the price!! Maybe every one else knew that i didn't. Just because it says model supply on pack in different dept,it cost more!! Just thought i would mention that!! every body have a great day!!

HI: have been looking at the miniature street lamps andother accesories i have an airport beacon with light also, no where does it state on any of these as to whether the voltage rating is in ac or dc?? some say 6 volt some at 12 volt?? Any body got a clue?? I sure dont, whatis the norm??

By the wayhappy new year everyone!!

Educate me please!! I have purchased 4 bachman sets from last christmas to the present 2011. All of them have thecouplers with springs,and i am not pleased with them Hate to say it but cheap, cheap.So advise please what best replacement inKadee?? Ihave loked at their lineup and being one eyed hard to  decipher. should i get the #5 or the #148?? I want to replace on all my equipment over time so some one tellme the bestfor my buck, already looked at the  sergents brand, nice, but i am no donald trump

One of my dont know questions I want to put grass on my lay out. which is the best to use?? the rollout grass as sold by bachman, or the stuff in a shaker you have to put glue down for?? I saw a set up in hobby  shop that used the shake and bake stuff it was only couple yrs old and looked "NASTY". so any help appreciated.

Okay i'm going to ask. any one here running their set ups with a laptop?? If so is it good? also is it exspensive?? being a former computer engineer I am pc poor But really interested in this and have been reading off site. Would maybe like to try it and figure best to build it as ambuilding my sytem as I go.Any advice, expertise is welcomed.

First: Merry christmas to all and their families, And may many blessings be bestowed upon you!!
I got into this new and exciting hobby basically because of my grandson who is 3 and "TRAIN CRAZY" plus now being retired, time on my hands need something to keep my 61 yr old mind active and alive, and I am learning from get go this hobby will do that I am also really getting into building my own track accesories from scratch, even though the old eyes aint what they used to be, got me a "BIG" magnifying glass with light so good to go!! I love a challenge, and this hobbyis allthat!!
I hope I dont ask to many stupid questions along the way,and will try not to be a nuisance, I spend hrs each night reading all the pages of this board to learn as much as can so dont have to ask a lot of questions of the pro's who are here!! I thoroughly enjoy the reading and all the valuble knowledge I can gather from all of you. THANKS!!

This is for the bachman man or any body!! Why hasnt someone designed or built a controller box that can run multiple tracks ?? electronic components i think would be cheap. you know take the e-z command and be able to program and control 4 tracks out of one box.