@Richard Whipkey posted:Thanks Steve, Rod and Arthur. I just figured out the problem today. In reading Peter Riddle's chapter on operating tracks (Wiring Your Toy Train Layout), I find that I mistakenly continued the accessory power wire to connection #3 on the track as well as to the controller. Power to the controller is all that I needed. I removed the connection to the #3 post and all is well now. The track operates now at whatever voltage I set and no power continues to other track sections. Thank you all very much.
Richard, I'm glad you were able to find the solution and get it working. That's got to be a good feeling. 
@Arthur P. Bloom posted:We were all amateurs once. Some earlier than others. Don't despair, it will suddenly get easier.
Yes, even if not suddenly, at least as we continue learning, it definitely does get easier the more you keep at it.
