Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

--- public:dcc_intro_course [2018/03/12 13:14] – created PeteB
+++ public:dcc_intro_course [2018/10/30 19:44] (current) – Add link to Missenden website PeteB
@@ Line 1: / Line 1: @@
+==== Introduction to DCC - weekend course ====
+** 4-6th October 2019**
+By popular demand, we have arranged a weekend course for those who want to learn about DCC.
+The course will take place as part of the Missenden Abbey Railway Modellers weekend 4-6th October 2019.
+For those just considering or just starting out in DCC, this weekend course will take you from first principles through choosing a DCC system, fitting decoders in locos, setting them up and DCC operations.
+The course takes place over the weekend (Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday) The course will start with arrivals from 4pm on Friday evening.
+This course assumes no previous knowledge of DCC.
+Topics covered will include:
+  *         What is DCC?
+  *         How DCC works
+  *         The advantages and disadvantages of DCC compared to analogue DC control
+  *         Choosing a DCC system – pros and cons
+  *         Choosing and fitting DCC decoders to your locomotives
+  *         DCC-Ready vs DCC-fitted
+  *         Fitting decoders to locos  – DCC ready or not!
+  *         Consisting
+  *         Setting up your loco decoders (those dreaded CVs)
+  *         Using "Decoder Pro" on a computer to make setting up easier
+  *         Fitting sound to your DCC locos
+  *         The different ways for digital control of your accessories (points-signals etc)
+  *         The myth of the DCC friendly point
+  *         Wiring for DCC
+  *
+More details and how to book will be available nearer the date, and will be published on the Missenden Railway modellers website: [[http://www.missendenrailwaymodellers.org.uk]]. Bookings are expected to open in May 2019.