All:
The TMCC Command Base has a "wall-wart" type power supply attached to a length of cord with a barrel end.
Has anyone ever extended the length of the cord (so that it can plug directly into a wall socket)? Mine is too short and I'm thinking of just splicing in a length of zipcord.
Thoughts? Concerns? Warnings?
Thanks!
George
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All:
The TMCC Command Base has a "wall-wart" type power supply attached to a length of cord with a barrel end.
Has anyone ever extended the length of the cord (so that it can plug directly into a wall socket)? Mine is too short and I'm thinking of just splicing in a length of zipcord.
Thoughts? Concerns? Warnings?
Thanks!
George
It's been awhile since I've seen a discussion of this. I could be wrong, but don't cut the cord. There is a ground prong and connection on the wall wart that extends via the cord to the Command base. I believe it's important for the signal. A small (3 wire) extension cord from the outlet to the wall wart would be in order.
Mike CT
The wall wart can be plugged into a 3-wire extension cord which in turn is plugged into the wall outlet. There are two things to keep in mind: use the shortest extension cord that will work and don't coil the excess cord. If there is extra, zig-zag it on the floor rather than coiling it.
I plug mine into an outlet strip and do not take any precautions as to length (15 feet) and coiling cord. The strip allows me to switch it on and off.
Thanks all!
I currently have the Command Base plugged into a power strip w/ surge protection. The strip sits on my transformer cart under the layout. The arrangement is very convenient and allows ON/OFF with 1 switch.
However, since this is an experiment, I will find a 3-prong extension cord (about 3' long) and give it a try.
George
Lionel warns against surge type outlet strips. I have not found any issues with using them.
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