Hi Paul,
When running an E-Z app locomotive for the first time, it should already be in DC mode (power pack control) until you connect it to Bluetooth with the E-Z App for the first time. So if you purchase a new E-Z App set, it should be ready to run with the power pack right out of the box.

If your set is used, or if somebody else uses the E-Z App to control the Scout Special locomotive, all you have to do to change it from Bluetooth to DC mode is toggle the direction switch 4 times within 5 seconds.

Enjoy!

Hi Quentin,

The inventory of our webstore is based on what we have in stock in our warehouse/distribution center. We sold out of all our stock of the ES44AC (and our other large modern diesel, the SD70ACe) in 2021, so they've been discontinued and are no longer available for direct sale from Bachmann. If you don't see a model on our webstore, your best bet will be to check with your local hobby shop or on eBay, to see if they have any stock left.

Happy hunting!

Hi Jrasche,
The E-Z Command is compatible with all NMRA-compliant decoders, no matter what brand and whether they're installed in Bachmann models or not. Just remember when doing your own decoder installations, to program them into the E-Z Command using a programming track separate from your main track.

Enjoy!

Hi 1Train2Many,

Kadee has general instructions on their website for converting Thomas, James, and "most cars" to Kadee couplers. Scroll down to the bottom here: https://www.kadee.com/hocc_bachmann

Good luck!

Hi Jeffrey,

As with the older 0-6-0s, the new Sound Value USRA 0-6-0 has the front pilot assembly, including the working coupler, attached to the chassis underframe. However, we had to redesign and change the shape of the chassis to accommodate the new DCC tether connection with the tender and other changes to the mechanism. This required a redesigned chassis underframe, so it will still not be a 1-to-1 conversion to the existing 0-6-0, and you will still have to perform some surgery to add the working front coupler.
We can still work on making the necessary parts available from the parts store once the Sound Value version is shipped.

We did make a Facebook post when the forum went back online, but we recognize not everyone uses Facebook. We'll make sure to include a message in our online newsletter this week.

(If you're not already signed up for the newsletter, you can do so here.)

Vincent,

The 2-8-2 is equipped with a Soundtraxx Sound Value decoder.

The Sound Value quick start guide is included in the box as well as available on our product reference page.

The CV defaults specifically for the 2-8-2 are on Soundtraxx's site.

Enjoy!