I have a project in the works that requires a single powered truck being controlled by DCC. I am in the process of gathering information for it. Here are the constraints:
- Very small footprint - the total area available is 1.75" wide x 2.0" long x 1.5" high (from the top of the rail).
- The area described above must contain the truck, DCC decoder, and 2 small DC motors. No lights or sound.
- My own lack of knowledge on the subject. I have run trains with DCC, but that's it. Willing to learn.
So here are my questions:
- Does anyone have any experience controlling a NWSL HO Stanton Drive with DCC? How difficult was it? What decoder did you use? Any gotcha's? Do you know of any written directions or instructional videos on the subject?
- Any recommendations for other drives besides NWSL?
- Any recommendations for DCC decoders (small) for this purpose?
- I assume I will need a board / wiring harness for the DCC decoder. Any advice there?
Thanks in advance. If you prefer, please feel free to respond to my e-mail (in profile).
George
