DoubleDAZ posted:rtr12 posted:I don't know about the correct 'bus' terminology, but FWIW, I would consider the two examples in your picture to be identical in function. Nice drawings, BTW...still done in SCARM? (I finally broke down and purchased SCARM so I could view all your (and others) track plans posted around here.)
Thanks and yes, the diagram was done in SCARM though it would have been easier in RR-Track.
As far as functionally goes, I suspect either type of connector and wiring scheme would work. However, doesn't breaking the "bus" wire into multiple segments reduce conductivity? Maybe not enough to affect operation, but still a reduction? I always thought the idea behind bus wiring was to use a single wire so the signal would be stronger over a longer distance.
FWIW, I believe you would have been able to open any file in the trial version of SCARM, you just wouldn't have been able to make changes if the track count was more than 100. Always happy to see someone support Mixy's efforts though and I'm sure he appreciates the support. Now you can convert your design to SCARM and maybe play with some expansion ideas.
Well at least you know what's easier in what program. 
I still struggle with both, although I haven't been into either one for a while now. Last RRtrack session it crashed on me and I just closed it down and quit. 
I suppose you have a point about the 'bus' being continuous, I'm really not sure of the exact differences between the two methods? Maybe I'll look around a bit, I am now a bit curious about this. Probably way to technical for me, EE type stuff, but I'll see anyway...
I got SCARM somewhat for viewing others plans posted here, some for fiddling around with it, and also for support of a good product. I don't recall ever crashing SCARM either? I would hate to see Mixy lose interest and stop developing the program. And I went back later and got the train running thingie... 
Edit: I think my questions have been answered above, in Adriatic's post. I should have turned the page before replying...
