Atlas switch remote control

You would have to run several wires to them unless you use a 3rd party switch machine.  I'd suggest something like the DZ 2500, but you still have to run a wire.  Fastrack command switches are the only ones I know of that have truly no wiring solutions for command control if you don't need a manual switch control.

Bobby:

take a look at Lionel videos

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1pvYclTmmU (step by step wiring instructions)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZHQvfXGCbI (whether the SC-2 or ?ACS? is best for Atlas O

You can connect the atlas, DZ-1000, MTH, tortoise switch machine to an SC-2 or ?ACS? and control with the cab unit. It looks like for Atlas O or DZ-1000 you use an accessory transformer not track power. I think the videos say the SC-2 is good for Atlas O because it is a momentary signal type box.

I think the SC-2 or ACS is what John means by third 'party switch machine'

Joe

Actually, I was talking about the DZ2500 with the TMCC option, no SC-2 or ASC needed, just the serial command wire.

John:

I know less than zero about the DZ2500. I use DZ1000's. What you are saying is that with proper wiring the Legacy Cab can communicate with the switch motor?

Joe

Wow - Thanks John

I took a look at the 2001 on the Z-Stuff website.

Joe

You're welcome.  I've never used the DZ2500, but I've heard good things about them, and when I saw them, they seemed like a good idea.  I personally would go for under the table switch machines if I were using Atlas, Gargraves, or Ross track.