Introduction to E-Z Command® Plus

[@ChristopherGreen-p5q]

❤ This helped me with figuring out how easy it really is programming and using the functions . I’ve bought bunch of n scale DCC locomotives. So much fun!!!

[@jayo1212]

You guys should really consider bringing back the old "Great Iron Horse Train Robbery" set, complete with its diorama piece, exploding car, trap door car, figures, and storybook, while updating it with an oval of Nickel Silver E-Z track, newer style transformer, and a Jupiter engine with the more recent tooling and livery...

[@GoldLND]

I've been waiting for someone to review this new controller since it was announced back in the 2022 catalog

[@NWRfan]

Same

[@poopjeans1135]

Reading the enclosed instructions is so difficult.

[@josefbuckland]

LOVE THE LOOK JUST LIKE THE MRC TECH 2. Brilliant !

[@SteveCarmichael]

If I set one train to the slowest speed, then set a second train to the fastest speed, then switch back to the slow train and slightly move the speed dial, does the slow train jump to the faster speed or stay at the slowest speed initially set?

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

It will stay at its original speed and increase appropriately as you turn the control dial. The dial turns continuously. It does not have a start and stop point. Speeds are relative to the number of turns made for each model and are not governed by the position of the dial.

[@CrazySpence]

That's a big update to the EZ Command, I have had the original since 2011 for my small layout and it's been fine for that other than not being able to access a couple functions on 1 sound loco I have but it looks like you covered everything for a small or casual layout now! I might have to get one of these and sell the original.

[@nonamedmisfit]

Ok Bachman. Ya got me. I’m buying a dcc starter set with this controller and i’m sold on your cross tracks. I can control the track with my controller?!? With stock track without modifying?!?? You got yourself a customer for life there Bachman! 👍🏻

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

Yes, you can control both power to the track and turnouts with E-Z Command. If your turnouts are not E-Z Command turnouts, you can use our Turnout Control Box to convert standard (electrically operated) turnouts to DCC.

[@EM-yk1dw]

I had the original EZ controller, currently with Gaugemaster Prodigy, but I am considering coming back and purchasing this, so simple to use.

[@JoeyLovesTrains]

Ez command turnouts?! That’s so cool!!

[@EASYUSA]

The price for what it offers is unrealistic, it should cost no more than $99. For less money I can get so many other DCC controllers with TONs, and I cant stress this enough, TONSSSS more features. Sorry Bachmann, I love the E-Z Track system but this controller is already 10 years outdated and that an understatement.

[@ThePenofDemocracy]

Does this work with your On30 locos? How do I make the sounds happen?

[@nscaler711official]

You guys should have abandoned the 3.5mm headphone jack as a connection. That's where all of your shorts occured and destroyed so many units.... Not smart at all.

[@TythetankguyWT]

Yep. Just happened to me today, and now I'm pissed.

[@B.E.E.F..B.O.S.S]

I happens mostly on switches and if the locative derailed and it starts glitching

[@rayronvr]

so when you are programming the model does this change the address number to the respective push button number? so if you assign an engine to the 9 button does that mean that the chip in the engine has been change to 009 along with the respective cv value? I suspect you cant program engine number from the command station.

[@IndianaNorthWestern]

You can NOT program CV's using any bachmann ez command controller, for like $180 to $220 you can pick up a "NCE Power Cab" which allows you to do whatever you want with your locomotive, like change CV's, use 4 digit addresses, consist locomotives properly and a whole lot more. Trust me, just get a NCE Power Cab, these things suck.

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

Programming the locomotive to one of the push button addresses on the controller will change the address the locomotive is assigned to on any controller.

[@rayronvr]

@@IndianaNorthWestern oh trust me i know. this is going for $265 on bachmann main site. digitrax has the DCS 52 that blows this thing out of the water. and the NCE power cab as you noted is great too. there is a reason no club uses this system. and this so called "newer": version is still crap.

[@russcole5685]

​@@BachmannTrainsUSAthat is not answering the man's question. If you address a lock a number with this controller, will this number be the same on a NCE power cab

[@NWRfan]

​@@russcole5685hey man there trying there best

[@SkipRoGlo]

Good video. I have a small layout, Two separate tracks. We used flex track and the drop feeders are connected to separate bus wires. How do I connect to the two red wires from the controller? Where do I solder them? To the end of the bus wire or directly to the track. Which wire is negative, they are both red.

[@codyhatcher1039]

Question is it going to replace all the old ones in the dcc starter sets because it woud be wired to sell a old product and yet have the better one out all ready just curious.

[@dionduggar5875]

Do you have any plans on when are you going to do the 2023 Bachmann Thomas catalog video?

[@mochnurmochlisin7305]

Is this new Bachmann ez command now equipped with fuse to prevent burning when short circuit occur? My friends had to buy twice because their Bachmann ez command burn. 😢

[@ATSF_666]

Will this controller work for locomotives produced by other companies? (Kato Walthers Lionel etc)?

[@OldIronVideo]

Yes

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

Yes, this will work with any NMRA-compliant DCC-equipped locomotive.

[@ATSF_666]

@@BachmannTrainsUSA alright, thank you

[@IndianaNorthWestern]

Yep, but just get a NCE Powercab, you can program CV's, use 4 digit addresses, consist properly and a whole lot more. They're like $180 to $220 or something like that, but it's definitely worth it.

[@ATSF_666]

@@IndianaNorthWestern thanks but I rather stick with bachmann, their controllers and locomotives are very reliable (yes I do purchase from other companies too, but I've been around bachmann products for a while so I trust them more)

[@northpennvalleysteamrailroad]

Cool video!

[@Phoenix_gaming2011]

Does this remote work with hornby big boy and broadway limited 4812 locomotives

[@southeastiowarailfans5560]

Is this system compatible with the type of decoders kato uses? Sorry of this is a dumb question, I am new to model railroading

[@lordjimtv3884]

pls, what alimentation for the central, 110 v or 220 v ?

[@vidfreak727]

How does this compare to Lionel HO Lion Chief?

[@fabdarkrojas8740]

If I use this DCC control for my layout using DCC locomotives and/or sound, can I include normal locomotives that are not DC in this same layout?

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

The system allows for one non-DCC locomotive to be operated at a time. While you can do this, it is best practice to only have this locomotive on your railroad while you are using it, as the constant current supplied by the controller could damage the motor if left at idle over time.

[@railfanmicahturner]

My original EZ command system is awful for overheating; is that an issue with this one?

[@disneyworlddelights]

No I have the plus and been using it 6 months now problems at all I was even running DC and Dcc at the same time. I love this ez command

[@PicklemanYouTube]

Would I need any boosters to run a 4x8 layout? Or would it work just by plugging it in?

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

A 4x8 would be condensed enough that a booster shouldn't be necessary.

[@LedgemereHeritageFarm]

It depends upon how many locos you want to run. 2-3 should be fine without the booster on a 4x8 with a starter track set and a couple sidings.

[@WWE_trainsandmore]

so what if im running my thomas models? can i run a dcc loco and a dc(thomas model) at the same time as if it is two dcc?

[@TheTransportationFanfromCA]

Will newer dcc train sets come with this controller

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

Yes, as we recieve new stock of our DCC sets, they will be equipped with the new system. Check the product information for each set to see whether it has the new system.

[@nicolaasfourie]

Does it also short out as easily as the previous model?

[@David-yo5re]

I have been using the original EZ Command system since it came out and I have never had any short circuiting issues. If you don't mind me asking, what do you think is causing your issues?

[@nscaler711official]

​@@David-yo5redefinitely the 3.5mm headphone jack they use for track power. If you accidentally unplug it while powered up, it shorts out and fries a few capacitors and a mosfet if I remember correctly. Same goes for plugging the track power in while the unit is powered up.

[@disneyworlddelights]

I’ve never had a short

[@switchpointproductions7927]

I just got mine but the red plug isn’t plugging into the terminal track. Anyone have suggestions? Did they start making the terminal track prongs thinner?

[@ttam7777]

I had to force mine in significantly. I thought I was doing it wrong at first. Good luck.

[@Spitfire552]

How do I run engines in consist

[@EricJohn-w8o]

So, assuming each channel is dedicated to one DCC locomotive, and NOT counting a DC loco on Ch. 10, this still will only support 9 locos at a time? Again, I do understand you can have multiple locos on one channel.

[@DCSk8er529]

Can this operate DCC Locomotives from other manufactors or can it only run Bachmann?

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

E-Z Command can operate DCC locomotives from any manufacturer.

[@rorymoore8982]

does this controller actually work on Thomas and friends engines?

[@NWRfan]

Amazing

[@RealElonMusket]

Will this work with G scale trains?

[@David-yo5re]

It should as long as you have the 5 amp booster with it.

[@CameronInkWorkshop]

Will older dcc sett be switched out with this newer model or the older one?

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

This is the standard DCC controller we are including in all of our digital sets moving forward.

[@CameronInkWorkshop]

But will the older set like the "Digital Commander" and "The Thunder Chief" have this type?

[@bikerbrian6452]

Mine is broken under a year old. I don’t see any support for repair. Impossible to get through on the phone. Help!

[@bikerbrian6452]

Thanks for answering my email and repairing my unit. That’s integrity!

[@musiclopez3045]

Can you connect 2 ez comand plus together to run in the same layout?

[@LedgemereHeritageFarm]

No

[@aidensypolt]

Is the new controller compatible with Broadway Limited Imports HO scale engines?

[@CSXrailfan814]

I mean yes but if your getting nice modles why not buy a real dcc system. There not much more expensive and are much more useful.

[@truckstopcowboytruckstopco5639]

any train sets that come with this controller?

[@truckstopcowboytruckstopco5639]

I read through the comments and found my answer. thanks! yes it will come in the new train sets.

[@vuurvrproductions4656]

Hey Bachmann so im planning on getting a bachmann switch from amazon i wanna know what are the radius for them?

[@David-yo5re]

The only switch with a radius is the number 4 switch. The radius is 22 inches. All other EZ track switches diverge at realistic angles just like real track and you can connect any radius curves to them. I hope this answers your question.

[@vuurvrproductions4656]

@@David-yo5rethanks

[@russcole5685]

​@@David-yo5rethe left and right turnouts are a combination of 9" straight, and a 30° 18"R curve. I was lead to believe that the No.4,5,6 turnouts were as numbered, converging 1-4, 1-5, and 1-6 bias

[@TheGarfieldTeacher]

Will this controller work with the Thomas and Friends line?

[@BachmannTrainsUSA]

As of right now, no. Our Current HO and N scale Thomas & Friends™line is standard DC only.

[@rorymoore8982]

@@BachmannTrainsUSAthen how can I run the Thomas line without going forwards and backwards in 1 direction and making them crash?

[@SkipRoGlo]

Yikes! You cut off the clip on the red wires, strip the ends and …..stop! How do you connect those two red wires to the bus wire? Is one of the red wires a positive and one a ground? I am afraid to accidentally switch them since they are both red wires! Help. How do I connect to my bus wire that has all the track feeds connected to?

[@russcole5685]

It does not matter, as with all DCC systems, this is digitalized AC. Therefore the wires alternate between positive and negative respectively

[@jacobmaurin7549]

How do you blow the horn and ring the bell?

[@NotGavin]

F1 should be the bell, and F2 should be the horn.

[@ttam7777]

F1 is the bell and the horn is actually set to three different function buttons; F2 is a continuous blow, F3 is a short burst, and I believe F9 is an auto mixture.

[@3dkidsartfairs]

@@ttam7777 on BLI Paragon4 Diesels, F1 is Bell, F2 is horn, F13 is for grade crossing sequence.

[@NWRfan]

Does this run with Thomas & Friends models?

[@CentralJerseyRailfan]

If your Thomas locomotives have a DCC decoder present then they will work

[@NWRfan]

@@CentralJerseyRailfan nice

[@wideworldofkevinstransport2002]

I got mines today

[@michaelsmith441]

Digitrax zephyr express is where it’s at 👌

[@TythetankguyWT]

Really bachmann? I disconnect the red "to track" wire and it touches the io port, and now everything is lightened up white and broken. 250$ for not even a year.

[@NW-gi1cp]

Shut up and take my money 💰

[@NWRfan]

Agreed

[@luckyjack4714]

I've just bought this - fair warning to all prospective buyers, watch @2:50 how many times the user must rotate the throttle to increase speed. It is not sensitive at all and quite annoying!

[@axolotl2452]

Hi

[@Slip-Art_S14]

🚅🔥🔥👍

[@stevedunningduckinggiraffe6296]

nice video shame about the misic

[@patrickquinn5962]

Nice video must try one before purchasing it PatriCK Quinn IRL

[@axolotl2452]

Hi