Allistair1964 Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Hi can someone help me my son and I are setting up a DCC layout I would like to use powered points (approx. 10 points) Can someone give me an idots guide how to setup and what I will need please? Thanks Allistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rog RJ Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 You have two choices really. 1. Full digital (DCC) operation from the controller which will need point and accessory decoders to operate the point motors. Each Hornby point decoder can operate 4 points individually. 2. Use analogue switches such as the Hornby passing contact switch R047 https://www.hornby.com/shop/power-and-control/r044-passing-contact-level-switch and a separate power supply, usually 16 volts AC. For this you will need one switch for every point motor. If you have the Hornby 4 amp powers supply it is possible to use the 15 volt dc accessory output of the Select or Elite. It is also possible to use non locking toggle switches with a sprung to centre action or stud and probe, (AKA electric pencil) often used with a mimic diagram. In both cases you will need to fit a point motor to each point, either side mounted ( https://www.hornby.com/shop/power-and-control/r8243-surface-mounted-point-motor/ ) or under board mounted ( https://www.hornby.com/shop/power-and-control/r8014-point-motor/ ) Many ppl find it easier to use switches as controlling the points and the trains digitally can be quite tricky. DCC point operation is (IMHO) best reserved for computer operation where point decoders are essential. Can I suggest you get a book and have a read. I suggest "The newcomers guide to model railways" by Brian Lambert. There are many other titles available too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junglehouse Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Hi Allistair, If you are looking for something really simple (much simpler than the previous suggestion) then look at the TT300 point motor. It has everything built in including the decoder and screw connectors for leads that can either be connected straight to the rails or the controller. I've just fitted 10 to a layout and control them using the Hornby Elite. I've also used Railmaster to control them. They also give the option to connect LED's to display the turnout direction and manual push buttons to change the direction. I used these options giving another dimension to the layout. I've been so impressed that I've ordered another 10 for another layout I'm building. If you do a search on the internet for TT300 manual you'll be able to download the instructions so you can have a detailed look before you decide if you want to buy it. Regards, Tim Allistair1964 said: Hi can someone help me my son and I are setting up a DCC layout I would like to use powered points (approx. 10 points) Can someone give me an idots guide how to setup and what I will need please? Thanks Allistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishmanoz Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 I agree with Rog's suggestion on doing some research first. Rather than buying Brian Lambert's book, take a look at his site at http://www.brian-lambert.co.uk/DCC.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishmanoz Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Also, Rog has given you the Hornby answer as it is a Hornby forum. Junglehouse has given a good solution but from another manufacturer. However to be fair, you might look at this link http://www.modelrailforum.com/forums/index.php?autocom=custom&page=TT300-Point-Motor which has appeared here before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allistair1964 Posted August 12, 2013 Author Share Posted August 12, 2013 Thanks for all the help Guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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