@Kiana posted:Conventional and Command Configuration
After several unsuccessful searches, I am posting this question for input solutions/experience on system configurations for selecting between Command and Conventional modes.
After years of conventional operation with PW equipment, I have recently acquired a Legacy Loco and intend to acquire others and am switching to Fastrack.
I have a Lionel KW Transformer for my PW equipment and with the Fastrack Legacy configuration I purchased a 180 Watt Powerhouse. I also have a Lionel 990 Command Set.
I am also aware of Lionel’s Powermaster.
My question is related to changing the operating (power) configuration from Command to Conventional and vice versa.
An obvious solution is to simply add a Lionel Powermaster. However, since my track layout is small and simple, I am considering a simple configuration using a DPDT (Double Pole – Double Throw) toggle switch to swap between the output terminals of the KW transformer and the TMCC Direct Lockon/Powerhouse.
To add clarification – I have attached a hand sketch of the proposed power configuration.
Questions:
Have others used this configuration?
I have not selected a DPDT Switch – Recommendations/suggestions welcome.
Are there reasons this is not a reasonable approach.
I have to ask why you are looking to turn the command on and off. Since the signal travels on the U post and is direct to the post it does not effect anything. You can also just unplug the command base and the command engine will go back to conventional. Very simple.
