"How To" Articles

Our "How To" articles provide you with useful information and advice on many important aspects of digital model railroading and layout construction. If you're new to the hobby, these articles are a great place to start if you want to learn more about the basics of digital control, installing signals, or building a permanent layout. Experienced operators will benefit from our articles on applying digital accessory decoders, feedback modules, and layout automation.

 

Digital Control Systems

Märklin Digital:

The Basics of Märklin Digital

Decoding Märklin Digital Address Switches

Transmission of Digital Commands

Digital Decoders

Accessory Decoders

Feedback Decoders

Locomotive Decoders

Automation

Block Operation

Station Entrance

Signals

Color Light Signals:

Background Information

Installing Color Light Signals

 

Semaphore Signals:

Background Information

Installing Semaphore Signals

 

Additional Signals:

Secondary Signals "Ne"

Supplemental Signals "Zs"

Slow Speed Signals "Lf"

Shunting Signals "Ra"

Protection Signals "Sh"

Grade Crossing Signals "Bü"

 

Signal Numbering System

Layout Construction

Electrical Planning & Wiring

 

 

 

 

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