Wiring Your Model Railroad
Wiring Your Model Railroad

Author: Larry Puckett

Publisher: Essentials

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781627001755

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"Whether you're using traditional, direct current (DC) cab control or the latest Digital Command Control (DCC) system [this] will guide you through the steps of planning and wiring a layout. With ... more modelers choosing DCC, this book will help demystify how it works; clarify the advantages of DCC and what makes it different from DC control; and, teach you how to convert an existing DC layout to DCC. Step-by-step instructions and photos are coupled with clear, color-coded diagrams that will guide you through the process of wiring a complete layout or just troubleshooting problem areas"--

Wiring Your Toy Train Layout
Wiring Your Toy Train Layout

Author: Peter Riddle

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780897784771

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Covers the essential techniques needed to make electrical connections for a three-rail toy train layout of any size or complexity. Addresses fundamental electrical concepts, wiring and expanding a layout, accessory wiring, automatic train control, and troubleshooting. By Peter Riddle.

Basic DCC Wiring for Your Model Railroad
Basic DCC Wiring for Your Model Railroad

Author: Mike Polsgrove

Publisher: Basic

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780890247938

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Get started with Digital Command Control (DCC)! This beginning how-to guide covers the basics, with an overview of DCC, track wiring, cab bus wiring, and converting an existing layout to DCC. Written by Mike Polsgrove, Model Railroader's columnist on DCC.

Electronics and Wiring for Model Railways
Electronics and Wiring for Model Railways

Author: Andrew Duckworth

Publisher: The Crowood Press

Published: 2019-08-26

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 178500624X

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In railway modelling, getting the technical components correct is essential for a realistic-looking layout but, unfortunately, these often present the biggest challenges for the hobbyist. Using his own experience as a railway modeller and electronics engineer, Andrew Duckworth provides a guide suitable for all railway modellers, from beginners to the more experienced. With instructions on how and where to use specialist electronic circuits to enhance your layout, this book will help you to achieve a reasonably sophisticated layout. It provides: an overview of the geometry required for building successful model railways; clear explanations of electronics and electrical components; comparisons of direct control and digital command control (DCC); step-by-step instructions for wiring the track, signals, buildings and lighting; reviews of electrical systems, power supplies, wires and cable, control panels and switches and finally, it covers detection, testing and troubleshooting tips.

Your Guide to Easy Model Railroad Wiring
Your Guide to Easy Model Railroad Wiring

Author: Andy Sperandeo

Publisher: Kalmbach Books

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 9780890240601

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Teaches how to make trains run. Easy-to-read explanations include layout wiring, command control, cab control, turnout control, and electrical troubleshooting.

Basic Model Railroad Benchwork
Basic Model Railroad Benchwork

Author: Jeff Wilson

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780890246153

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Step-by-step instructions and illustrations take the mystery out of constructing benchwork. Covers the materials and tools for making benchwork for any layout.

N Scale Railroading
N Scale Railroading

Author: Martin McGuirk

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 0890247730

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There have been numerous advances in N scale railroading since the first edition of this book, and the author addresses them all, from track to train control. He takes beginners through step-by-step chapters that show them how to build and operate a complete N scale 4 x 8-foot railroad based on his Androscoggin Central, an interesting and challenging New England railroad. From planning through bringing the layout to life, everything is covered. The book is also beneficial for experienced modelers looking to build a new N scale empire.

Greenberg's Wiring Your Lionel Layout
Greenberg's Wiring Your Lionel Layout

Author: Peter Riddle

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780897782067

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Shows how to wire a basic Lionel layout. Explains standard electrical principles and recommends tools and supplies. Includes detailed photos and diagrams for powering track, operating accessories, and troubleshooting circuits.

Designing & Building Multi-deck Model Railroads
Designing & Building Multi-deck Model Railroads

Author: Tony Koester

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 0890247412

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Acquire more space for scenery and longer mainline runs with multiple decks. Tony Koester walks you through design options, lighting and wiring considerations, and the all-important construction process and techniques.

Building a Model Railroad Step by Step
Building a Model Railroad Step by Step

Author: David Popp

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 0890246890

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Model Railroader's managing editor David Popp tells the complete construction story of his N scale Naugatuck River Valley layout using techniques any model railroader can use! More than 30 short projects from building benchwork to realistic operation.