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#21
Track plans / Re: RE: Kato Turntable
Last post by freescopesdad - April 12, 2024, 10:28:42 PM
David, does my file look correct?
#22
Track plans / RE: Kato Turntable
Last post by freescopesdad - April 12, 2024, 06:08:54 PM
I've assembled the attached plan to add a Kato turntable to my n scale layout. Have I used the correct part numbers? I'm not sure if Anyrail has implemented ALL of the associated Kato part numbers. All advice/suggestions/corrections appreciated. Thanks.
-Ron
#23
Track plans / Re: Reversing Loop - Turntable...
Last post by freescopesdad - April 12, 2024, 12:16:05 AM
I have been advised by someone I highly respect that I will actually be creating a dogbone with 2 loops, and both will need to be wired similarly. More than I want to get into right now. So I am thinking about eliminating the 2 (nearly) back to back turnouts and install a turntable with a single feed track in the center of the loop section. I am all Kato n scale, so I guess their turntable makes sense, but I am open to suggestions and then I need to figure out how to wire the darn thing.
#24
Track plans / Re: New Layout & Determining D...
Last post by TrickyZXR - April 08, 2024, 04:01:20 AM
OK thanks I have a DCC control boards for turntable so polarity covered thanks.
#25
Track plans / Re: New Layout & Determining D...
Last post by douten - April 08, 2024, 12:10:05 AM
that one turntable track is probably to close. remember the turntable can and will reverse polarity, so make sure you are handling that properly.
#26
Tips and tricks / Re: AnyRail hotkeys
Last post by wpslo - April 07, 2024, 10:03:28 PM
Here is a way to connect a section [ I think ] .
Press SHIFT and with SHIFT held down Left Click on the desired section and
drag to the required position .
This seems to make a connection .
I have looked at using AutoHotKey but there do not appear to be
any relevant controls .
#27
Track plans / New Layout & Determining Direc...
Last post by TrickyZXR - April 07, 2024, 03:50:40 PM
Hi,

I have put together a new layout as per attached so would appreciate comments on layout please? Be kind ;-)
I want a layout that is for HST's cos I love speed hence long straights! This will be a DCC layout using JMRI.
So my main question is how does one check layout for directional operation i.e. if I have a loco going round outer loop clockwise and another on next loop in going say anti clockwise how I determine where potential clashes or crashes may occur and eliminate these please? I want to check this before cutting material for base and laying track so if need be I can change the layout design. Thanks in advance for any help / suggestions.
#28
Track plans / Re: Reversing Loop
Last post by douten - April 06, 2024, 11:33:39 PM
you need a dcc auto reverser. insulate both rails, both sides of the loop.
trains(meaning anything drawing current) must fit completely in the isolated loop.
I have a nce ar10 which will hopefully be used with my kato turntable soon.
#29
Track plans / Reversing Loop
Last post by freescopesdad - April 06, 2024, 04:17:52 PM
I model in Kato n scale. DCC layout with ECoS system. I am considering an (optional) reversing loop at one end of the layout, which has no other reversing sections. I know this is not the usual bailiwick of this forum, but since I developed my plan in Anyrail I thought I would ask. What electronics and insulations do I need to accomplish this? Thanks.
-Ron
#30
Track plans / hay guys & gals help with 4 x ...
Last post by graybeard - April 06, 2024, 04:49:13 AM
I have been working on this layout for about 2 months now so far I am happy with it but would really like to get feedback on what I may not have thought of to make it better. looking to here from you.
Wiltherhilltop5.jpg    Wiltherhilltop5_3D1257.jpg
I like continues running and have seen a 4x8 two track layout on "you tube" that I enjoyed watching so I wanted to run two or three trains at the same time. This is a freestyle all steam (1920 to1930) DC plan with 4 controllers. The program shows one reversing loop but I count 4. the small stand alone track is for a trolley that runs from an over the track station up to merchants row and old town with is own engine house. staging will be on the main line and rolling stock will be stored under the layout. Please let me know what you are thinking.