Hi OGR Group,
Please read and advise 'what is really needed' ... I am building this new layout with only conventional experience from 30 years ago ...
I go back and forth on my questions below even after several unclear replies from Lionel. My uncertainties are:
(1) do I need PowerMasters between the ZW(L) and track? I think not as I understand they are built into that transformer).
(2) Do need PowerMassters between the either of the ZW(R) transformers and what they run? I think maybe the first ZW(R) below, but unsure as most everything will be some level of set voltage? See details below.
(3) do I need TMCC Lockons between either the ZW(L) and the track, or between the ZW(R)s and what they are running? See details below.
BACKGROUND DETAILS:
My Operating intent: will run newer Legacy and Vision engines/trains, as well as older post-war engines/trains, possibly in conventional mode. Here's my current environment, control & transformers setup:
- Have Legacy CAB II control (the '990' product and the '993' expansion product. All track is Fastrack. Layout is 24' x 24' in size.
- One new ZW(L) transformer to run four loops: two Main Line on A- and D- terminals, one minor sub-loop off one Main on B- terminal, one separate Trolley line off standalone C- terminal. All terminals will be on Common Ground.
- One fully refurbished post-war ZW(R) - 275 watt with plans for terminals: 14v for switches on A- terminal, 14v for uncouple and operating track on B-terminal, track signals and crossing signals on 14v C- terminal, and LCS device power for WIFI, ASC2, BPC2, and Sensor Tracks. All terminals will be on Common Ground.
- One fully refurbished post-war ZW(R) - 275 watt wit plans for terminals: A- for lights to streets, B- for lights to buildings, C- for lower/constant voltage for accessories, D- for possible higher voltage needing accessories. May or may not need to be on Common Ground.
THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR READING AND OFFERING YOUR VIEWS!
- Ken
