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Discussions on DC Controllers, Cabs, and Power Supplies.

  1. Lutz Infracab

    Does anyone know anything about these controllers? I have used them for years and like the independence of the infrared wireless handhelds. I...

    Started by ErnieC, 12th Aug 2010 03:15 PM
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    30th Aug 2010 09:47 PM Go to last post
  2. Is pulse dangerous to new motors

    I have 2 old troller autopulse that were the best in the 80s. Since I used to own a rail power 1300 thats what I have used I lost that little power...

    Started by spam1234, 15th Mar 2010 05:55 PM
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    28th Jul 2010 12:46 PM Go to last post
  3. Let's Talk About Conrtol Panels

    1) Material - I'm thinking about using 3/16" clear Plexiglass, paint and stripe from the back side. If that doesn't work I have some 1/4" birch...

    Started by Jazzbass01, 15th Feb 2010 04:43 PM
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  4. Auto reverse module??

    Is there such a thing for regular DC operation? I have a dogbone crossover for reversing and it would be nice for this to be automatic. A google...

    Started by syncman, 14th Jan 2010 05:33 PM
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    24th Feb 2010 12:15 AM Go to last post
  5. DC Common Rail Question

    Newbie here... I've settled on a track plan, (yea!), it's basically an inner and outer loop with a number of turnouts to cross over both ways. I...

    Started by Jazzbass01, 27th Jan 2010 12:20 AM
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    8th Feb 2010 11:14 PM Go to last post
  6. Power supply

    Hey guys ... Here's the deal ..I have the kato starter set and every variation set they make ...I am thinking about getting the V12 double viaduct...

    Started by roverich, 29th Jan 2010 08:39 PM
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    30th Jan 2010 10:44 PM Go to last post
  7. Help w/ wiring a yard for DC

    Hey guys, need some help with wiring my yard. Watching this great AFC game here is keeping me out of the basement today, so I am working on this...

    Started by paddy78, 24th Jan 2010 06:02 PM
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    27th Jan 2010 03:14 PM Go to last post
  8. DC Dual Cab Control Panel: New Years 1/1/10 Party Project

    I have selected a dual Cab control to get the Dakotah Western up and running so that as track is laid it can be wired in, tested, and be up and...

    Started by NDJim, 2nd Jan 2010 07:33 AM
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    18th Jan 2010 10:24 AM Go to last post
  9. DIY DC controller

    okay, haveing been foiled on my previous controler, i finaly bought a LM317T voltage regulator and made that work. will be getting a youtube video up...

    Started by nemoskull, 26th Oct 2009 02:27 AM
    diy controller, throttle, voltage regulator
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    2nd Jan 2010 12:20 AM Go to last post
  10. Unhappy DC Computer Controller.......on a budget

    first off, let my say im new here, and to N scale in general. i messed with it once 15 years ago as a kid, and i just found my life like C424 n...

    Started by nemoskull, 21st Oct 2009 08:16 PM
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    2nd Jan 2010 12:17 AM Go to last post
  11. Layout Party Project - Dakotah Western

    The project I have chosen is a DC dual cab control panel. Here is the location for the panel prior to project start. Will post as I get going...

    Started by NDJim, 31st Dec 2009 05:37 PM
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    31st Dec 2009 09:26 PM Go to last post
  12. Plug and unplug walk around throttle?

    Some years ago I read an article that described a walk-around DC throttle with a short lead wire cable. It had phone jacks around the layout...

    Started by MooseID, 8th Dec 2009 01:48 PM
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    30th Dec 2009 01:35 AM Go to last post
  13. Question Wall Wart" Question.

    Hi; I have a number of surplus "wall warts" from various electronic stuff that are supposed to be (they say on them) 12VDC. When I...

    Started by tommann, 27th Dec 2009 08:07 PM
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    28th Dec 2009 12:39 AM Go to last post
  14. Walkaround Throttle wiring

    I am looking into the PMW Walkaround throttles for my layout. The wiring on the throttle is set up as four wires and I was wondering if a "Snap-In...

    Started by NDJim, 16th Nov 2009 11:22 PM
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    6th Dec 2009 08:19 AM Go to last post
  15. Moved: Digitrax Zephyr - Fried

    Started by FergusonTE, 3rd Dec 2009 01:46 PM
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  16. MRC Dual-Pack 770N...worth using?

    I inherited a nice MRC Dual-Pack 770N and I want to know how worthwhile it would be for use in a planned dual cab control wiring system. Each cab is...

    Started by flanger, 27th Oct 2009 08:51 PM
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    31st Oct 2009 09:57 PM Go to last post
  17. Smile Turbine682's DC Block & Wiring Diagram

    Hi, This is the 4th (and final :rolleyes:) iteration of my Temporary - Permanent layout. It has been a WIP for years. Started with what I had...

    Started by turbine682, 9th Sep 2009 03:10 PM
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    9th Sep 2009 05:02 PM Go to last post
  18. Power-Pack surgery

    I recently had the chance to pick up several used power packs and I have discovered that on at least two of them, the rheostat seems dead till I add...

    Started by Albey25, 29th Nov 2007 07:43 AM
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    7th Aug 2009 04:16 PM Go to last post
  19. DC walkaround throttle recommendations wanted

    Interested in looking at DC walkaround throttle systems. I know of MRC, any other recommendations?

    Started by Two Truck Shay, 30th Jun 2009 10:39 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    10th Jul 2009 08:52 PM Go to last post
  20. Question Which controller

    New to n scale. Just given 3 used Atlas diesel, 1 new Atlas 2-6-0 mogul, code 80 track and Bachman controller. Problem is engines dont move until 1/2...

    Started by syncman, 17th Jun 2009 03:51 PM
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    18th Jun 2009 06:22 PM Go to last post
  21. MRC 250 troubleshooting

    I am new here and to model railroading and I hope this doesn't sound too bad of a question. I have an MRC model 250 dc controller that I just...

    Started by Schuyler Gore, 13th Jun 2009 03:04 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    14th Jun 2009 08:17 AM Go to last post
  22. MRC transformer overload

    Hi to all- Many thanks for the replies to my last question- they were helpful. I now have my layout track ballasted, laid and wired. I am test...

    Started by ted0330, 31st May 2009 09:29 PM
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    4th Jun 2009 10:20 PM Go to last post
  23. Question MRC DC Power Questions

    Hi, I am considering adding a 3rd cab to my DC layout. I have a single track mainline with a passing siding and 2 large yards - enough to justify...

    Started by turbine682, 17th May 2009 05:13 PM
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    18th May 2009 03:47 PM Go to last post
  24. Atlas 220 Controller Question

    Hi, I have two reversing loops on my layout, one is a mainline track the other is a turntable track. If that was the end of the story...it would be...

    Started by ecarfar, 14th May 2009 12:42 PM
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    17th May 2009 02:11 PM Go to last post
  25. Help with Atlas Controller/Reversing Loop

    Hi everyone, new to the forums. Ive been searching around for an answer to this problem with no luck. I need to buy a wiring book, just havent been...

    Started by tpabrad, 26th Apr 2009 01:50 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    29th Apr 2009 02:56 PM Go to last post

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