How to Install DCC in a HO Scale DCC Ready Locomotive

[@XBOXShawn12thman]

I just came across this video ... Subscribed!!! 👍

[@tammylovescats]

Thanks for sharing this video.

[@davestrains6816]

Nice video, nicely done. Thanks for sharing. Dave

[@IHVRRNotBad]

Great Video I I never realized it was that easy. Thanks Wilmer

[@Track10Trains]

It might not be this easy on all locomotives! Just be sure to do your research before trying it.

[@KerleyExpress]

that is a great how to do it thank you for showing it

[@dacuzzz]

great job..thx for sharing.. vinny

[@georgiasunbelt]

Just watched your last 3 videos....assuming the GP9 and Ops video was done on your previous layout....the new one’s gonna have some good size....will be following along your build....great timing with Atlas decoder install. I just bought 8-pin ESU decoders for my two GP40’s. Your video made it a lot simpler than I imagined. Thanks. Anthony @ Georgia Sun Belt

[@Track10Trains]

The new layout is not operational yet. It should be before Easter. I will have a layout update soon going in the details of the new layout. And I am glad that you where able to find my videos useful! Thanks for the feedback!

[@deborahmorey7227]

Nicely done.

[@Track10Trains]

Thanks!

[@Alerrecks]

That F7 is begging for matching passenger cars

[@Track10Trains]

And my wallet is begging me no!! LOL

[@Alerrecks]

@@Track10Trains hahaha! My wallet gets scared if I do as much as mention. "So I just saw this awesome new locomotive....."

[@Track10Trains]

@@Alerrecks LOL

[@daver2111]

Very nice DYI video!

[@Track10Trains]

Thank you!

[@dopepopeurban6129]

Great tutorial 😃, would love to see more. By the way, could you show your track plan for your new layout in future videos 🙂?

[@Track10Trains]

I am already working on that! I have a layout update coming soon with the track plan and much more!

[@jimtedesco]

Good DIY video.

[@Track10Trains]

Thank you!

[@Minnesota_Rails]

Nice video ! I have a few questions tho dose it matter what controller I get to run the DCC with or do I have to get the same brand . And could you add sound to them too with the DCC

[@sombatstudios]

How do you install DCC and sound on a DCC ready locomotive?

[@1964catt]

can you tell me what a dummy plug actually dues

[@mhbpodnk]

Is it that easy for dcc ready n scale locos also cause I have two that need them

[@Track10Trains]

No they are not that easy. I am sorry I will change the title to "HO" scale. I would ask someone at your local hobby shop, or see what loco you have and try and find a manual before buying anything.

[@222sx02sws]

Is this similar for sound too? Would you suggest a different process for sound. Thanks, this is probably the best video for DCC I’ve found

[@Track10Trains]

it would be similar. but you would have to figure out a spot to fit a speaker.

[@222sx02sws]

Track10Trains thanks, and pardon my ignorance but is DCC and sound two separate things you have to do?

[@Track10Trains]

No you can buy DCC sound decoders. Although they are much more expensive than regular DCC decoders. Most sound decoders are about $100. While most DCC no sound decoders are about $25 or $30

[@222sx02sws]

Track10Trains thanks a lot!

[@TrainGuru]

So that means that you can operate from your phone or tablet? If so, what app do I need?

[@Track10Trains]

No you need a DCC System to run the locomotive. Although you can use your phone to run your trains if you use JMRI and a DCC system.

[@timhammerschmitt6997]

Is there a website for those to coders? Will they work with the Bachman DCC controller?

[@Track10Trains]

You can look up DCC decoders online and get a ton of dealers for them. and yes all of them will work with a Bachman DCC system

[@PurpleKronix]

Is the big difference between cheaper decoders and the pricier ones just the amount of programming you can do and the sound? Trying to decide what’s best for my little NP Alco

[@Track10Trains]

The main difference would be the sound and non sound decoders. Cheeper decoders are not always bad. If I want to do no sound in a loco I Use Soundraxx but if I want sound then I use ESU.

[@cryptic698]

I know this video is 3 years old already, but I was wondering if this dcc converted loco can still run on dc after conversion? Does it depend on the decoder used?

[@nathanschronce8703]

You didn't need to remove the dummy board, you just needed to unplug it 🤷🏻‍♂️