Although DCC is not as simple as a string, all you have to remember is
that current goes in one end and comes out the other. Sometimes
figuring out how to make it do neat things in the middle is the
challenge, fun and/or frustration of the hobby.
Initially my hook-up was just two wires to my old block system too. I
really haven't changed that too much. My only problem is that I never
followed any kind of documented schematic. Our local mentor Jack
Troxell, being an engineer, has beautifully drawn plans on everything he
did on his layout and our modules. I've never had the discipline to do
that. I remember visiting with another old mentor Leonard Giovannoli
who had a pot-pouri of electrical switches and trackage etc. He wrote a
operations manual to whomever might take over his layout--many pages! I
think I'd rather give somebody a very interesting and complex
puzzle--it's more fun that way!
Bob Werre
PhotoTraxx
On 8/28/12 4:21 PM, Willam Fraley wrote:
Lately after reading the list, I find that perhaps a model railroader
has to have a degree in electronics, especially those with DCC.
Many of the responders to that type question really does possess a
degree in electrical engineering.
I would imagine that is a good thing for all of us, otherwise how
would we find a solution to running our trains?
At age 82, I'll stay with my DC, my many electrical blocks and
switches and be happy!
http://www.superlaugh.com/1/behappy.htm
"S"ee Ya,
Bill (Fraley)
