Need Help With remote control of older Fastrack 0-36 switches

How is your SC-2 powered?

I tried to power the SC-2 two ways.  I know the instructions say do not use position 1 with Fastrack. To test, first I connected the three wires from the switch to the first position on the SC-2. That powers the SC-2 but then the switch doesn't work. Next I connected the 3 switch wires to the 2 position as indicated in the instructions for Fastrack switches. Since the SC-2 was now unpowered, I connected the wall outlet. I programmed the SC-2 for switches. When I use the CAB-1 the red light on the SC-2 flashes, I hear a click but the switches do not throw.  I assume that the relay activated.  The same thing happens for  both of the old Fastrack  0-36 switches that I have connected.

Bob

Did you remove the track power jumper from the switch?

I still have two of the upgrade kits to make Fastrack Remote Switches into command switches.  If you're into mods, I can fix you up and eliminate the SC2 from the picture.

I am up for it. I looked at one of your older posts and it seems straightforward enough even if the link to the manual didn't work.  Let me know how to proceed.

Bob

Drop me an email and we'll get you going.

I have the manual, so I can supply that right now.  AAMOF, I'd review the manual and check your switches.  Specifically, they specify the control board in the remote switches that this upgrade is compatible with.  I suspect most of the older switches have this board, but might as well check before you buy something you can't use.  Below is a shot from that linked manual, the upgrade is compatible with the TRC3 board.

ERR Switch Commander Installation Manual.pdf

Thank you for the manual pdf.  I have the older model 0-36 switches without the designated area for drilling a hole. My boards are compatible.  So let's proceed.

My email is trackmanbob@gmail.com