How-to Library: Signaling with JMRI, Part 1

Ben Lake next to HO scale layout

Ben Lake is back to tackle the signaling system for MRVP’s Canadian Canyon N scale layout. The “Signal Mast Logic” in JMRI PanelPro is at the heart of this setup. After a quick refresher of the essential components found on the layout, Ben launches right into installation and configuration demos. This is Part 1 of […]

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It’s My Railroad with Steve Brown: That’s so lit!, Ep. 14

It’s my Railroad with Steve Brown Part 14

  Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page MRVP’s Steve Brown is looking to add some depth, dimension, and interest to his N scale Port Smith harbor buildings. In other words, Steve wants his structures to get lit! Follow along to see how he uses LED lighting components to highlight […]

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Off The Rails: Not-so-big Birthday Bash, Episode 50

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 50

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Would you believe it? Gerry made it to 5-0! Fifty episodes of Off The Rails, that is. Join his not-so-big (sans balloons and noisemakers) 4th anniversary party, where he addresses questions and comments from the previous 12 episodes — all from a new […]

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DCC Programming: Episode 21 – Methods for Consisting Diesel Locomotives, Part 1

Man standing at a table with model diesel locomotives.

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. […]

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