Electrical "Odds-n-Ends" for Model Railroading Enthusiasts                         

Great News!

Have talked with several model railroading experts as well as had the opportunity to meet with some Lionel® and MTH® folks during the recent ('01) York fall show.  

1. As I expected, it's perfectly o.k. to use insulated blocks and relays to control accessories with Lionel's TMCC system.  Because it's a combination digital/analog format, cutting the outside rail to create blocks does not affect the systems effectiveness.
2. A pleasant surprise, however, was that the MTH® representatives also indicated that we wouldn't have any trouble using insulated rails and relays with their all digital DCS™ system!

This is terrific news for those of us that enjoy the features and benefits of accessory control through relays and insulated blocks.  

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