rtr12 posted:I would (and do) use the PH-180 bricks for new modern trains with electronics. Actually the PH-180s power all of my trains which are all modetn command control. I use other transformers for lights, accessories, etc.
Thanks, I appreciate the help. I have been researching the best way to connect everything...and looks like the PH-180 is the way to go. I still want to run conventionally sometimes, so I think I have some posts and youtube videos by Lionel CS to point me in the right direction.