030 - Software Updates, Issues & A Short Running Session

[@Elvenhome]

Well done on sorting the wiring problem. It is so disheartening when you turn on and things start happening that shouldn't. It is a great pity about Mallard. Dapol locos can be noisy if they don't have the most recent motors in them but they should run smoothly. Dapol's great weakness is indifferent quality control. Good to see the trains running around. Stephen

[@hayridgemodelrail4046]

Hi Stephen, thank you for the support, it was more than a little frustrating when everything started flashing and resetting, but luckily its all sorted now. The trains are running smoothly for the most part, except a short section of track leading to the upper level, which will need extra droppers. Looking forward to breaking down the layout sections so it can be disassembled in the future. All the best Allan

[@iansngauge]

Hi Allan! What an interesting update! Layout wiring can be frustrating at the best of times, but having to update servo controller firmware adds an extra element of pain - especially when you get problems after the update! Glad you got everything sorted and it was just a cabling issue! Great idea to label wires as they're installed - what are you using to make your labels? Such a pity about Mallard! It's annoying that we have to pay so much for our models, especially when it turns out that the factory quality control is so poor! As you know, I've got an A4 on pre-order, and have seriously considered cancelling it on a number of occasions, but will wait and see how my luck is, as not all of them are terrible runners! All the best, Ian.

[@hayridgemodelrail4046]

Hi Ian, I am using a Dymo label writer which I picked up from W H Smith's. I am still on the original cartridge, but for how long who knows. Updates are a pain but fortunately as I created all the boards myself, I wasn't relying on someone else to have got it right, it was all down to me. Luckily it was just a cable. I really hope you have better luck with your A4 as they are a great piece of engineering. All the best Allan

[@iansngauge]

@@hayridgemodelrail4046 - Thanks Allan! I'll take a look at those! With my luck, I won't be getting a good runner, but keep your fingers crossed for me! Ian