First and foremost…thank you all for your replies and education to the hobby.
I have MTH Z-1000 and a MTH Z-750 bricks. My initial layout is 5x10 and controlled by DCS. I will use the Z-1000 to power the track (fixed output) and the fixed 14v wired to a MTH terminal block to power the DZ-1010 crossing gates and a MTH train station 30-90094 with dual illuminated platforms.
Should I also send 2 additional wired leads from the terminal block to increase connectivity through the layout? Overkill?
I will use the Z-750 to power the TIU.
Lastly, In addition to a few MTH PS3 diesels, I have the Lionel Superchief starter set 6-84719 (Bluetooth Remote specific), and wanted to know if I could run this on the same track (DCS Command/Powered) of course using the bluetooth remote? I’m asking because I believe one is AC and the other DC. In the past I ran this using the 72 watt wall wart on a separate track.
I am not trying to run this at the same time with other engines/consists present. Richie C’s final comments about amperage are noted. Reminds me of one of my favorite movie’s ‘Apollo 13’. “To get home we’ve got to stay within 12 amps.”
