Hello…I’m a newbie to the world of 2 rail O scale trains, and seek some help. I dabbled in some G scale, DECADES back, but never had to deal with switching options, (such as this DCC, DCS, etc) for operation….I had a CREST power source, tethered throttle, and I played trains..LOL.
I recently purchased a used, MTH Premier, 2 rail diesel locomotive from a mutual ‘friend’, who sent me a video of it running, with horn, bells, etc. all functioning.
My power source is a new MTH Z-4000, wired to Atlas 2 rail track. When I place the loco on my layout, and throttle it up, the unit powers on, and the lights activate. When I press the direction button, to initiate movement, the lights go out, turn back on, but no movement.
I’ve tried researching what may be a cause of this, but nothing very pliable, or comprehensive to limited knowledge of terminology. For reference, I have two, brand new, Atlas Premier, 2 rail, SD70ACe locos, and they function fine….operate just like my G scale units did…apply power, and off they go.
Any help or recommendations for a tutorial source will be greatly appreciated…..thanks
