Hi everyone. I was given an engine and discovered there is a removable hatch on top that reveals a circuit board. Can anyone explain what I'm looking at? Is the dcc ready? I appreciate your help! P.S. I wanted to upload photos to show you but the message board upload folder is full

Turns out it was the dang turnout. I replaced it and it is running fine now.

Thanks for all your suggestions, I really appreciate your responding!

Hi Jward thanks for your advice--I will try this evening and let you know how it goes!

Hi Hunt, thanks for your advice. I do believe that I am wired the same as was shown in the diagram. I swapped the modules last night and still have the same problem. I will isolate the turnout and test for power as you suggested--I will let you know what happens. Thanks!

Hi all, I am really baffled and would appreciate your help! I have a DCC layout with a reverse loop at each end.
There is an auto reverse module at each loop, I gapped the track in the same places, but only one of the reverse loops is working.
Here is a photo.



http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad200/MatCKP/Turnout_zpsll7l87s8.jpg

The area of track highlighted in blue has no power but all other track does and I can't figure out why. Really need your help!

—Matt

Hi all, I could really use your help!

I have built a layout with a reverse loop at each end.

I have one EZ Command auto reverse loop module at each end. Each has a 5 amp max current draw.

Layout is powered by EZ Command DCC controller (item 44931) with 1 amp wall pack power supply.

There will be one loco running on this for now.

QUESTION: Do I need to get a 5 amp power booster (item 44910)?

Awesome! Thanks everyone for you advice! I really appreciate it!

—Matt

Hi and thanks for responding! It is the Bachmann E-Z Command DCC Control System.
I only intend to run two HO trains for the time being.

Hi I have two separate lines running on my layout. Can I power the two separate tracks with one DCC controller?

—Matt in Kings Park, NY

Hi! I would welcome your input on this... I am currently running Bachmann Silver Series stock on a set that I have been developing for the past few years.I am using the power pack/speed controller that came with the original starter set–it is the small square with single dial and two ports to which I can wire accessories: item # 46605A. I am about to expand my layout and add a spiral vertical ramp (super excited about it). My question: is there a more powerful controller I can get to propel my trains up the planned incline?

I appreciate your help!

Hi Jeff, thanks for your response. Unfortunately no...I am only using the auto reverse track. It's really kind of maddening.

Oh I see! I guess I could return the auto reversing, and just run the trolley on regular track. Kind of liked the reversing idea though. Nice talking with you.

—M

Thanks for your response. Well, at least I know I'm not alone! So the new trolley you bought has had no issues? Maybe I went too "cheap"?

—M

Well, so much for a relaxing night working on my layout... I set up the reversing track set, placed my new Brill trolley on it and...nothing. I am baffled especially since I ran it for some guests a few weeks back. Has anyone experienced this? I must have read and re-read the simple instructions 50 times... really bummed and would welcome any advice.

Are these products problematic? Should I return it?

Thanks,
—Matt

Hi. I need to file down the switch points on several turnouts i have installed.
Can anyone suggest a tool I can use for this? I was thinking about a dremel,
but would welcome all suggestions! Thanks!

—M