DCC Question(s)

[g-pa1]

For those of you that have or are familiar with DCC operations I would ask you... 1. Do all DCC systems work all scales of model railroading (as long as there is a decoder in the Loco)?And does an MRC Prodigy controller need a MRC decoderinstalled in the Loco in order to control the Loco? 2. Does DCC preclude having to wire passing sidings or yards to isolate them or can the DCC controller just shut down a loco on a passing siding without any special wiring? 3.If you have DCC or used DCC how quick are you able to get control of a Locomotive that may not be on the handset at the moment. In otherwords say you are immediately controlling No 2222 and it is getting near a No.4122 loco how quick do the DCC systems, that you have used, allow you to get control of the other loco to avoid a collision (or to shut it down in case it became derailed)? I do know that there is a panic stop for most systems. Is this the only way to avoid the collisions? Hope these questions are clear. Gene

[barrysfp45]

Chuck I'm sure if you contact Greg at gata works he would either sell you some holders or let you know where they come from, he seems like a decent bloke and should be able to help you, you could also try lifting the one you have and check the maker, they are held in the car with double sided tape so should come out fairly easily. ]:)

[barrysfp45]

Chuck I did a little fiddling with one of my EOT trailers and took the battery holder out, it has RENATA SMTU1225-1 on the underside, I would think this is the manufacturer and model number, hope this helps. ]:)

[jamajack]

Chuck Google the number above that Barry listed, there is a whole page of suppliers for the holder you want. Prices as low as .64 cents each. Jack

[flaretired]

The first thing I did was to look for a part number on the holder. There was none. Also is CR1216 the same size as the 1220? Thank you for that part number found several sites that sell them but they use the other battery type. Chuck

[barrysfp45]

Chuck The part number I gave you is on the underneath of the holder in my trailer and it takes the 1220 battery, I don't know the difference between the battery sizes but if you want to use 1220s then this is the right holder for that size battery, I have 6 EOT cars and trailers and they all use the same battery. ]:)

[flaretired]

Finaly got the right battery holders. They came today. Thanks everybody for the help in getting them. Chuck.:-D

[flaretired]

My two dummy engines now have headlights. Really neat. Now to start on my cabooses. Chuck

[barrysfp45]

I guess I was right about the screws then :^O ]:)

[flaretired]

Thanks Barry for got to let you know. Chuck