I am making a layout and I need to know what kind of electronics I need. Can someone tell me what I need? Thanks
What electronics do I need?
- Thread starter rob164
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Hi Rob, Welcome to The Gauge.
Could you be a little more specific....electronics is a broad term when it comes to model railroads. Please elaborate on what you want to do and we'll be glad to help.
Could you be a little more specific....electronics is a broad term when it comes to model railroads. Please elaborate on what you want to do and we'll be glad to help.
First of all you will need a good music source to recover from different heavy problems occured during the construction.
cidchase
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that's right on, krok!Rob,
Need: a power pack
Want: ???
Remote switch controls
Automatic signals
Block reversing
DCC?????
Computerised control
The possibilities are endless!!
For simple wiring, take a look at DCC. At first glance, it might seem complicated, but with a little bit of research, you'll see how simple it is.
For help, check here.
http://www.railwaybob.com/Modules/WhatIsDCC/DCCWhatIs01.htm
For help, check here.
http://www.railwaybob.com/Modules/WhatIsDCC/DCCWhatIs01.htm
I would suggest starting out with an inexpensive DC power pack that will later be used on a test loop, a cheap low wattage soldering iron, and a $10 digital multi-meter.
LOL! OK, to fulfill this, you will need the following:
A big stereo in the layout room
A PC with MP3 ripping software, and either a sound card with the output piped to the above stereo, or a CD burner and an MP3 capable CD unit in above stereo.
If you have vinyl, a turntable connected to the stereo and the stereo piped to the line in on the sound card.
A portable MP3 player for when the above fails to sooth the nerves and you need to go for a walk
Welcome to the-gauge Rob!
Originally posted by krokodil
First of all you will need a good music source to recover from different heavy problems occured during the construction.
LOL! OK, to fulfill this, you will need the following:
A big stereo in the layout room
A PC with MP3 ripping software, and either a sound card with the output piped to the above stereo, or a CD burner and an MP3 capable CD unit in above stereo.
If you have vinyl, a turntable connected to the stereo and the stereo piped to the line in on the sound card.
A portable MP3 player for when the above fails to sooth the nerves and you need to go for a walk
Welcome to the-gauge Rob!
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Fred_M
Maybe I'm visual, but I would buy a 32 inch TV and DVD player that says MP3 and CDR on the cover. FRED
thanks
can someone give me the electrical requirements i need just to make it run? thanks in advance
rob
can someone give me the electrical requirements i need just to make it run? thanks in advance
rob
hey would this work? http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/mrc/mrcaa370.htm
I dont have the cash to pay for DCC so I need somethign cheap.
Also, Can someone please show me a powerpack that i would need?
Thanks
rob
I dont have the cash to pay for DCC so I need somethign cheap.
Also, Can someone please show me a powerpack that i would need?
Thanks
rob
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Fred_M
Yes, that would be fine to run 1 or 2 locos in HO and several in N. It's also a good brand and I've never had a problem with MRC items. Good luck in you modelling. FRED
cidchase
Active Member
Hi Rob,
The Atlas Flex track (Code 83) is what I use. You can get
it (or the Code 100) from Trainworld.com.:
http://www.trainworld1.com/atlas/atlas_HO_track.htm
They also have the MRC Tech 4-220 for $39.99:
http://www.trainworld1.com/transformers/mrcpowerpacks.htm
It has momentum and braking built in.
Good Luck!!
No, I don't work for Trainworld!!!
:sleeping:
The Atlas Flex track (Code 83) is what I use. You can get
it (or the Code 100) from Trainworld.com.:
http://www.trainworld1.com/atlas/atlas_HO_track.htm
They also have the MRC Tech 4-220 for $39.99:
http://www.trainworld1.com/transformers/mrcpowerpacks.htm
It has momentum and braking built in.
Good Luck!!
No, I don't work for Trainworld!!!
:sleeping:
Trainworld is fantastic, they sell $80 locos for $30, no strings attached.
Glad you pointed out the tech 4. Great price!
Glad you pointed out the tech 4. Great price!
Yeah, Trainworld not only have good prices but they are great on delivery too. I called them about 4 PM their time and they said the order would still go out that day... and it did. I've ordered from others and had to wait almost a week for them to ship.
BTW Rob, if you are looking for basics on wiring and other stuff, try the MNRA site, there is a lot of good tutorials and other data there click here .
I printed almost everything they had there to use as a reference and it cost you nothing but the paper and ink.
BTW Rob, if you are looking for basics on wiring and other stuff, try the MNRA site, there is a lot of good tutorials and other data there click here .
I printed almost everything they had there to use as a reference and it cost you nothing but the paper and ink.