You mentioned something about a command base? When the base is on the b and c output will come up on to the level you have set. If at zero when moved they will work as normal. The a and D outputs will come up off. The movement of the handles will give output on those post. In command mode there are basically 4 power masters inside the transformer.
You must address the outputs...tr 1 etc. out of the box they are 1-4. Once adrressed you can turn up the power to the max point that you have the handles set...