I hope the last person to comment about getting the E-Z Commander to allow his switches to work got it to do just that. I've been away from YouTube for a bit, and am now just getting things back in order. My apologies for not returning his question. Most DCC E-Z Track switches come with instructions on how to operate them automatically with the controller. It's been a few months since I had the switches in use, but I believe once they are activated, that they work with Function + F9.
For beginners, the Bachmann Digital Controllers were great. Setting up engine consists at the front of your train was really cool. Having them back to back was even that much sweeter. Running around four or five engines separately was another perk. (even more engine if you have the 5-amp booster).
Sorry, been a way. The beauty of DCC decoder equipped engines allows for multiple engines on a DCC layout. Even more with a 5 amp power booster, but that's more then we need right now.
Yes, the Big Boy wasn't cheap but it does need some fine tuning as well. Wish I knew how to get it running 100% again. It runs good but feels like it's only going half speed.
this is one beast of an engine. too many parts to get under the shell. Lubing the axles wasn't an issue, but didn't up it's speed any...I think once I got under the shell that there would be an area (like gearing) to add grease to, in order to help it along.
First off, is the engine DCC equipped? Secondly, the DCC equipped engine must have sound. Usually the price of the engine itself will dictate this. Anything less than $120 usually doesn't include a sound DCC decoder. Bachmann usually has it's sound engines come with Tsunami sound decoders. Check your engine for that. Also, most of the engines that I've seen with sound are locomotives with a tender behind it.
I hope the last person to comment about getting the E-Z Commander to allow his switches to work got it to do just that. I've been away from YouTube for a bit, and am now just getting things back in order. My apologies for not returning his question. Most DCC E-Z Track switches come with instructions on how to operate them automatically with the controller. It's been a few months since I had the switches in use, but I believe once they are activated, that they work with Function + F9.
05arden 1 month ago
how did u get ur commander to switch ur turn out like that i have been trying to find out how to do this can you help me?
firemancasper 5 months ago
Make a video of the UP sitting back there.
yorktown1000 8 months ago
How is the bachman digital set? im prolly picking one up at the end of the year and was just curious
diabeticon87 1 year ago
For beginners, the Bachmann Digital Controllers were great. Setting up engine consists at the front of your train was really cool. Having them back to back was even that much sweeter. Running around four or five engines separately was another perk. (even more engine if you have the 5-amp booster).
05arden 1 year ago
If you purchase the DCC command controller, I suggest
stores.ebay.com/THE-FAVORITE-SPOT
I got both the original controller AND the companion for less than $90 when bidding was low.
05arden 1 year ago
how the heck did you get one train to move but not the other on the same track
MrStarwars25 1 year ago
@MrStarwars25
Sorry, been a way. The beauty of DCC decoder equipped engines allows for multiple engines on a DCC layout. Even more with a 5 amp power booster, but that's more then we need right now.
05arden 1 year ago
@05arden that steam train sure is something to be proud about
gtasandman 1 year ago
Yes, the Big Boy wasn't cheap but it does need some fine tuning as well. Wish I knew how to get it running 100% again. It runs good but feels like it's only going half speed.
05arden 1 year ago
@05arden check your gear and lube it up
gtasandman 1 year ago
this is one beast of an engine. too many parts to get under the shell. Lubing the axles wasn't an issue, but didn't up it's speed any...I think once I got under the shell that there would be an area (like gearing) to add grease to, in order to help it along.
05arden 1 year ago
grr...still no sound. I just don't get it!! Plays fine at home...
05arden 1 year ago
@05arden check audio swap
gtasandman 1 year ago
lol....waaayyy over my head on this suggestion. But thank you anyways for the idea. I'll do some searching on the subject.
05arden 1 year ago
@05arden ok
gtasandman 1 year ago
@05arden yeah I got the dcc command set my dad and i couldnt figure the sound out its like they dont have it
trainmafiaman 1 year ago
First off, is the engine DCC equipped? Secondly, the DCC equipped engine must have sound. Usually the price of the engine itself will dictate this. Anything less than $120 usually doesn't include a sound DCC decoder. Bachmann usually has it's sound engines come with Tsunami sound decoders. Check your engine for that. Also, most of the engines that I've seen with sound are locomotives with a tender behind it.
05arden 1 year ago