After a couple of weeks of research on line and with Lionel, I have my AVC working just the way I want it. I may add a few dedicated voltages later for specific accessories or groups of 2 or 3 accessories which will work well at a common voltage, but for now, I am essentially using the AVC as a forth TPC dedicated to yard operations. I address my avc as track 4. I have the voltage range set at 0 to 100 % available. The input to the AVC is 18 volts. I adjust the voltage to about 14 to move my two transfer tables. I am still working on getting them to run at the same speed. Will update on progress later. My eight table sidings get power from the avc with the power going to the poles of 4 single pole double throw center off toggles. I do not have a preset voltage so I can dial up whatever power I need to get a particular engine to move smoothly from a siding, onto the table, and off the other side if I want to go there or move the table to another track. The table track operates on the same voltage as the siding so there is no lurch or stumble when moving on or off the table. The toggles help to prevent unexpected engine movement. Although I could power four tracks at the same time, I avoid using more than one at a time. If I were buying a power source, I would probably buy another TPC and run it in conventional mode to get the same control, but I am at least finally getting some value for the $130.00 I paid for the AVC about 10 years ago. Thanks to those of you who offered advice on how to use the AVC.
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