Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Dana Kawala continues his overview of ways to use DCC functionality to program multiple diesel locomotives for synchronized operation. This time he demonstrates Advanced Consisting options. […]
Section: MRVP Tech
DCC Programming: Episode 21 – Methods for Consisting Diesel Locomotives, Part 1
Model Railroader magazine’s Senior Editor Dana Kawala examines methods for using digital command control (DCC) functionality to program multiple diesel locomotives for synchronized operation. Universal consisting is the first option Dana demonstrates how to use, before turning his attention to advanced consisting. […]
How-to Library: Using a craft cutter to make custom doors
Craft cutters can be a useful tool for creating detailed parts for your modeling projects. Follow along as MRVP’s Ben Lake demonstrates how he designed custom garage doors with the Brother ScanNCut. […]
How-to Library: Using a craft cutter to make custom doors
Craft cutters can be a useful tool for creating detailed parts for your modeling projects. Follow along as MRVP’s Ben Lake demonstrates how he designed custom garage doors with the Brother ScanNCut. […]
How-to Library: Operating with Fleischmann Roco Z21 Control System
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Follow along with MR Senior Editor Dana Kawala as he shows how to install and prepare a Fleischmann Roco Z21 control system for use operating DCC-equipped locomotives on an HO scale layout. […]
How-to Library: 3D Printing, Part 3 – Casting 3-D Printed Objects
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page To complete her 3-D printing efforts, Kathy now shares her process for casting detail parts by using the 3-D printed components (oil drums) to make a mold. […]
How-to Library: 3D Printing, Part 2 – From File to Full-blown Reality
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Kathy Millatt walks through the steps for transforming files into actual detail parts printed on her 3-D printer. In this episode, she also shows how to prep and finish the resin oil drums. […]
How-to Library: 3D Printing – Modeling with Autodesk Fusion 3D, Part 1
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page MRVP Contributing Editor Kathy Millatt explores the brave new world of 3D printing. Follow along as she walks through the process for making a simple 50-gallon oil drum in various scales. In this episode Kathy shows how to get started with the software […]
MRVP Tech: Digikeijs DR5000 Command Station Demo
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Senior Editor Dana Kawala hosts this insightful demo of the Digikeijs DR5000 Digital Command Control (DCC) station. In this video, you’ll see how easy it is to interface the component with your PC. Dana also shows how the DR5000 is readily compatible with […]
How-to Library: TCS WOWSound Diesel Decoder Installation
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode of MRVP Tech, David Popp and Ben Lake team up to install a Train Control System (TCS) WOWSound DCC sound decoder into an HO scale diesel locomotive used on a familiar MRVP project railroad. You’ll also get to see how […]
How-to Library: Operating with PIKO SmartControl
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Dana Kawala, senior editor for Model Railroader magazine, gets his hands on a PIKO SmartControl Basic Set. Watch this video to see how Dana uses the Pro SmartController to program and operate DCC-equipped locomotives on the WSOR section of the MR&T HO scale layout. […]
How-to Library: Installing a Walthers Layout Control System Switch Machine
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Eric White, associate editor for Model Railroader magazine, introduces you to the Walthers Layout Control System switch machine. In this instructional video, Eric reveals all the supplied parts, helpful tools, and the step-by-step installation and programming processes needed to add the switch machine […]