instead of dcc or dc I pull my trains along with a length of filament and make all the noises verbally. when my wife asked what in the hell I was doing I told her the price of going DCC and she became a keen supporter of this method
I always wanted to have a dcc locomotives but I wasn't sure if I was doing it right. By me watching your video it made it a lot easier to understand. Thanks again
man i cant thank you enough. i want to get into DCC and back into HO from DC and your video was the best ive found to explain it. it was seeming so complicated and you simplified it perfectly. I appreciate your time to make this and ill defiantly sub
Thanks for this video - visuals and explanation are easy to understand. I'm not very tech-savvy, and I was able to understand the basics and hook up my NCE PowerCab in just a few minutes. I'm enjoying it a lot!
Always sharp and well explained. Any considerations, between NCE PowerCab and Digitraxx? which is better ? Thank you in advance. Greetings from Mexico.
DCC wiring is pretty simple - for a small layout, you only need one pair of wires going to the rails. This layout has since been dismantled, but that's essentially how it was set up. On a larger layout, it's a good idea to run multiple sets of feeder wires at regular intervals, since voltage drop can be a problem over long distances of track.
I'm planning on switching from DC to DCC later on this year, once I get some DCC engines. Thanks for this tutorial! Plus i saw it was hooked up to the EZ Track when programming the switcher. Will it work well in that way?
I see at the start of your video you showed a piece of EZ track, it's obvious that it will work with any track that will carry current, the question I have is though. As I. Looking to change from my Bachmann DCC EZ Command controller, will this unit operate the EZ Command DCC turnouts
@@bchobbies yes, they say that, I have the cheap basic Hornby DCC controller as well. I can't control the DCC turnouts with that either. I have a fue TamValley singlets that I've used to convert manual turnouts to DCC, I can control them with the Hornby, but not the Bachmann. I'm having a great deal of problems finding out what channel, CV the Bachmann DCC turnouts operate on. The work under Loco address 9 on the EZ Command controller. But I have no idea what that translates to as an accessory address
There are a couple of different ways, which the PowerCab manual covers well. It's a bit too involved to explain in a UA-cam comment, but not difficult at all. You can read an online copy of the manual here: www.dccconcepts.com/manual/nce-owners-manual-powercab-handset/
I'm kind of new to DCC. If you buy this NCE PowerCab DCC starter set, do you have to run NCE boards in your engines? or can you use other brands too, such as Digitrax?
I just found u. What do u think is the best or are they pretty much the same. There's MTH DCS system. MRC PRODIGY with wifi so u can run on your phone and then NCE. I run g scale 7 engines for now. I just started thank you.
I wouldn't bother with the MTH system unless you're running only MTH locomotives. I haven't had a chance to try out the Prodigy system, so I can't compare it directly, but I would say the NCE is a safe bet.
@@bchobbies I was looking at this one and you do switching from this or no. NCE #524006 PH-10 DIGITAL COMMAND CONTROL STARTER SETS - 10 AMPS FOR O/G SCALE. Thank you.
@@MarkTheLostTraveler That system is the more powerful version of the PowerCab for larger scales. If you're running O scale or larger, it would be perfect. For HO or N scale, it's a bit overkill.
For a relatively small layout, yes. If you've got a very long distance of rail, voltage drop can become a problem, in which case it's a good idea to run several sets of feeder wires. It's still only one connection to the DCC system, though.
I’m looking at putting this on my layout. How far is the range on the power? I’m looking at a 4x8 with another 2x6 section for a port. Do I need a power booster to power all the rails or is the power sufficient?
I think a layout of that size should be OK without a booster, unless you're running lots of engines at once. My current layout is 7 by 8 feet and has no issues with the basic power supply. I usually run no more than 2 trains at a time.
The included power supply is rated at 1.3 amps, which should be enough to run several HO scale locomotives at once. The exact number will vary by how much current each one draws. If you want to run more trains at the same time than the included supply can handle, you can buy a 5 amp booster from NCE.
No, unfortunately, there is no mode for DC. My layout has a master toggle switch that connects the whole layout to either the PowerCab or a standard DC transformer.
Functions 1 through 10 are accessible directly using the buttons. There's a way to set up the function keys to access the higher-numbered functions using the Option key, which is explained in the manual. It goes up well past 20.
Yes, this system works with any scale. For O or G scale, you may need a beefier power supply, but it will work with N scale out of the box. In fact, we currently have an N scale display layout in the shop window that runs on a PowerCab.
Hands down the best video explaining the Nce Cab for new comers
instead of dcc or dc I pull my trains along with a length of filament and make all the noises verbally. when my wife asked what in the hell I was doing I told her the price of going DCC and she became a keen supporter of this method
Grow a pair buddy
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I always wanted to have a dcc locomotives but I wasn't sure if I was doing it right. By me watching your video it made it a lot easier to understand. Thanks again
I scrolled below, and you already compare both systems. Thank you.
This video is so well done. You really made it dummy proof. Thanks
Just found this video - I’ve been scratching my head and trying to use the manual on my new powercab not very successfully!!! Thank you!!
Is there a follow-up showing more advanced features?
man i cant thank you enough. i want to get into DCC and back into HO from DC and your video was the best ive found to explain it. it was seeming so complicated and you simplified it perfectly. I appreciate your time to make this and ill defiantly sub
This was explained so clearly! Thank you for the video.
This is the only nce dcc powercab video that actually made since and was up to date thank you man I just the athearn genesis bnsf sd75m
Thanks for this video - visuals and explanation are easy to understand. I'm not very tech-savvy, and I was able to understand the basics and hook up my NCE PowerCab in just a few minutes. I'm enjoying it a lot!
NCE makes a great product. I'd recommend going wireless using the NCE radio system.
Love his voice of screwdriver.
Very well explained, I really like the nce system, snd I use it
How can you operate different trains on different tracks?
Excellent review and enough information to make me get one. The Hornby Railmaster is far too complicated and it's got to go.
GREAT VIDEO!!! Thanks so much. I've been looking at this system as a starter for DCC. Your vid made it sooooooooo simple to understand. Thanks again.
At last..a helpfull video on one of these Procabs
Always sharp and well explained. Any considerations, between NCE PowerCab and Digitraxx? which is better ? Thank you in advance. Greetings from Mexico.
Good work. Keep up the great content.
Great video sir, thank you.
Can you wire up 3 mainlines to a single decoder or do need more decoders?
The wiring and soldering is the difficult part
Is it possible that you may show how you wired your layout? I'm working on my own DCC layout and some tips and examples of wiring would be great.
DCC wiring is pretty simple - for a small layout, you only need one pair of wires going to the rails. This layout has since been dismantled, but that's essentially how it was set up. On a larger layout, it's a good idea to run multiple sets of feeder wires at regular intervals, since voltage drop can be a problem over long distances of track.
@Bill Chisholm I haven't had the opportunity to try either of the the boosters yet, unfortunately, so I can't offer any advice there.
Great review 👏 thanks
This was a real nice video. Well done.
The wires at 1:05, where did you get them bro?
Will this work for LGB/Marklin DCC locomotives as well?
I’m really new, I bought an Aristocraft G scale Locos with no sound. If I get his DCC can I add a module to my old loco?
Yes, you can add DCC to older locos. Depending on how old it is, it may require some soldering.
I'm planning on switching from DC to DCC later on this year, once I get some DCC engines. Thanks for this tutorial!
Plus i saw it was hooked up to the EZ Track when programming the switcher. Will it work well in that way?
Yep, it will work fine with EZ Track.
Did you do any soldering and wiring?
I see at the start of your video you showed a piece of EZ track, it's obvious that it will work with any track that will carry current, the question I have is though. As I. Looking to change from my Bachmann DCC EZ Command controller, will this unit operate the EZ Command DCC turnouts
Yes, it should operate them fine. Bachmann says their DCC turnouts are compatible with all standard DCC systems.
@@bchobbies yes, they say that, I have the cheap basic Hornby DCC controller as well. I can't control the DCC turnouts with that either. I have a fue TamValley singlets that I've used to convert manual turnouts to DCC, I can control them with the Hornby, but not the Bachmann. I'm having a great deal of problems finding out what channel, CV the Bachmann DCC turnouts operate on. The work under Loco address 9 on the EZ Command controller. But I have no idea what that translates to as an accessory address
@@russcole5685 Hmm. I'm afraid I've got nothing to offer there - I haven't had a chance to mess around with the Bachmann DCC turnouts myself.
@@bchobbies thanks man.
This is amazing
How did you set the address of the loco to 6? Not on the controller but I mean the actual loco itself. Nice video btw
There are a couple of different ways, which the PowerCab manual covers well. It's a bit too involved to explain in a UA-cam comment, but not difficult at all.
You can read an online copy of the manual here: www.dccconcepts.com/manual/nce-owners-manual-powercab-handset/
@@bchobbies Brilliant, thanks for the reply. And great video too :)
I'm kind of new to DCC. If you buy this NCE PowerCab DCC starter set, do you have to run NCE boards in your engines? or can you use other brands too, such as Digitrax?
DCC standards are universal, so any brand of decoder will work with any brand of DCC system.
Will this work with Kato's HO scale unitrack?
Yes, it will work with any 2-rail track system.
I just found u. What do u think is the best or are they pretty much the same. There's MTH DCS system. MRC PRODIGY with wifi so u can run on your phone and then NCE. I run g scale 7 engines for now. I just started thank you.
I wouldn't bother with the MTH system unless you're running only MTH locomotives. I haven't had a chance to try out the Prodigy system, so I can't compare it directly, but I would say the NCE is a safe bet.
@@bchobbies I was looking at this one and you do switching from this or no. NCE #524006 PH-10 DIGITAL COMMAND CONTROL STARTER SETS - 10 AMPS FOR O/G SCALE. Thank you.
@@MarkTheLostTraveler That system is the more powerful version of the PowerCab for larger scales. If you're running O scale or larger, it would be perfect. For HO or N scale, it's a bit overkill.
Hi are you saying that all I need is that one connection to run my hole layout?
For a relatively small layout, yes. If you've got a very long distance of rail, voltage drop can become a problem, in which case it's a good idea to run several sets of feeder wires. It's still only one connection to the DCC system, though.
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What scale is the your train
HO scale
My power cab was missing the plug with the screw terminals any idea on where I can get that part?
I would try writing to NCE directly. If it was missing from the factory, they may be able to send you a free replacement.
I’m looking at putting this on my layout. How far is the range on the power? I’m looking at a 4x8 with another 2x6 section for a port. Do I need a power booster to power all the rails or is the power sufficient?
I think a layout of that size should be OK without a booster, unless you're running lots of engines at once. My current layout is 7 by 8 feet and has no issues with the basic power supply. I usually run no more than 2 trains at a time.
Was that Doctor Who's screwdriver? Thanks for the video!
Yep! I wondered if anyone would notice the sonic screwdriver!
How many trains can you put in that?
The included power supply is rated at 1.3 amps, which should be enough to run several HO scale locomotives at once. The exact number will vary by how much current each one draws. If you want to run more trains at the same time than the included supply can handle, you can buy a 5 amp booster from NCE.
Can this run dc trains?
No, unfortunately, there is no mode for DC. My layout has a master toggle switch that connects the whole layout to either the PowerCab or a standard DC transformer.
Does go from buttons 1-20?
Functions 1 through 10 are accessible directly using the buttons. There's a way to set up the function keys to access the higher-numbered functions using the Option key, which is explained in the manual. It goes up well past 20.
You're cute, thanks for the video.
Does this work on n scale as well?
Yes, this system works with any scale. For O or G scale, you may need a beefier power supply, but it will work with N scale out of the box. In fact, we currently have an N scale display layout in the shop window that runs on a PowerCab.
@@bchobbies Cool, I'm gonna get one me and my dads layout this Christmas.
nice screwdriver
things he says are wrong, you have to go by the book that comes with the kit.