Maximum distance TIU output to track

Paul,

while running TMCC over this is flawless, DCS signal is almost non-existant. Are the distance to great? Do I need to add another TIU close to the distribution board?

The 35' foot run between the TIU output and the tracks is most likely not the problem at all. The distance is fine.

I'd suspect, instead, that one or more of the TMCC engines are degrading the DCS signal. Remove all of the TMCC engines from the tracks and see if things improve.

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You should be OK providing the wire is at least 14 gauge to the terminal block, Place a magic bulb on the terminal block.  It's possible you may have tooo many feeders from the distribution block, I'd disconnect all but 1 (leave the blacks alone) and start adding feeders doing a track signal as you go. I can give you an example, we had 3  ten foot blocks with a low track signal 5 or 6. We made it one long 30 foot block and got a perfect 10. go figure!

I agree with Barry.

If removal, of a feeder increases signal, put an 18 volt bulb on the removed circuit.

PaulMod,

   I agree with Barry and RJR in fact I would put a magic bulb at the head of your terminal block as Greg advises and along the tracks also, to assure running with all 10's. My multi level FasTrack layout was set up in this manner and I ran with all 10's on every level. 

PCRR/Dave

Thanks to all for your suggestions. I tried them this weekend and had success.

What was it?  G

Paul,

   I was interested in your fix also, did you end up using the block and 12 track discipline or just the magic lights or did you need both?

PCRR/Dave