I started working on the board install yesterday. All was going fine until I tested the engine. Nothing, squat, bupkis! 
I set the switch to "run", and was expecting it to run in manual off the transformer, I checked the wiring and all was correct so I decided to leave it for the evening.
As I was pondering what may be wrong, besides a fried board, I realized that my Cab 1L base was powered on and the board saw the TMCC signal and was waiting for the start up command. The board had probably been programmed by the previous owner and wouldn't work until I reprogrammed it with my remote.
Sometimes waiting and sleeping on stuff pays off. I put it on the track this afternoon in program mode and ENG/1/DIR later......IT'S ALIVE! After confirming that the basic functions work, I connected the sound board and tested it. Also a success!
Next steps are to get the lighting set up. I'm going to use LED's for the headlights and markers. I may get a strobe for the hood as well. Following GRJ's instructions, I need to order some 470 ohm resistors, and more LED's.
Bob
