Avoid this simple mistake setting up the NCE PowerCab

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In this video, I show you how to set up the NCE PowerCab DCC system, and how to avoid the simply mistake that catches everyone out. The NCE PowerCab is a great DCC system, and you can be up and running within a couple of minutes by watching this video!

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@carlboonzaier7751 8 ай бұрын

Excellent video. I now have the courage to stop procrastining and now install my NCE power cab which has been laying in its' box for over 6 years. Thanks

@chuckythedoll4815 Жыл бұрын

You made me realize, that I made one simple mistake. I used the coiled wire on the controller, instead of the flat wire. The power panel would not light up, but the controller received power, and had dead tracks. Fixed that, now have new locos running and breaking in. Thank you sir!

@MessingaboutwithModels Жыл бұрын

I like curly cables, so I thought it was a shame the flat one is the one needed for the powercab.

@chuckythedoll4815 Жыл бұрын

@@MessingaboutwithModels hahaha, same. That's why I tried it first.

@johntanner3659 Жыл бұрын

A great introduction to the NCE Power Cab. I have been using this system as a step on from a Bachmann EZ Command. It took me a while to work out the light and conection problem a few years ago, so this would have been useful about 5 years ago.

@MessingaboutwithModels Жыл бұрын

The thing I like about the PowerCab is that it can be easily expanded.

@EmperorsPath 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, I got mine for Christmas and still have a few questions regarding it, so watching your series on this has been very helpful!

@MessingaboutwithModels 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@footmanuk2992 2 жыл бұрын

Hi John! Thanks for these videos about the NCE Power Cab. I’ve just bought one and the instruction manual is very confusing. Fortunately I Found your KZfaq channel which makes using the Power Cab so much easier. Many thanks! Another John.

@MessingaboutwithModels 2 жыл бұрын

Glad they were useful! I'm sure you'll love the PowerCab.

@michaelfitzgerald6443 Ай бұрын

I e just bout one too!! I have no idea how to use it so these are awesome! Have you got adding locos? As I’ve already got one under the address 3. 😊

@DJE2025 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, quite helpful and I do believe NCE Power cab is the way to go. Reasonable priced and extremely expandable if so desired. For the time being I shall have to stick with the Bachmann command controller, not ideal but it does what I need for the time being. I'm saving for the NCE, so keep the videos coming!

@MessingaboutwithModels 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It's certainly the best of all the ones I've used.

@HiFi39 2 жыл бұрын

If you are looking for points motors would recommend dcc concept motors only need 3 wires to track.

@Trains-With-Shane 2 жыл бұрын

The Bachmann EZ Command is pretty good if you bought it with a DCC set. At that point it is a very good value. I started out with an NCE powercab and still use it sometimes.

@The_Kingdom_Of_Rollins 12 күн бұрын

I started panicking when I thought it took a UK power supply then I was looking all over over Amazon for one of those But then I realized, and looked back on Amazon and saw it’s just a standard United States thank goodness

@jockpilchard1733 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the vid i never read the manual anyway

@MessingaboutwithModels 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

@tonydilley9117 5 ай бұрын

Hi John. Do you know how to adjust the throw time of a solenoid on the PowerCab please

@doanster 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Any idea how this compares with the MRC Prodigy Express or Piko SmartControl Light, which all seem similar in features and price?

@MessingaboutwithModels 2 жыл бұрын

Afraid not, as I havnt owned those. I have used the Prodigy, but just felt the handset didnt fit right in my hand. I'd always recommend testing out controllers before you use them - I like the fact that the PowerCab can be used one handed.

@AstroKnight118 9 ай бұрын

I got my power an working in at least 10 minutes, and cleaned the track and had a Genisis GP9 running with another 6 or so

@SD45-ET44AC 2 жыл бұрын

I liked your video; some good basic stuff for us newbies. Any particular reason for NCE vs. Digitrax?

@MessingaboutwithModels 2 жыл бұрын

More just the ergonomics as much as the features. Plus the price was better.

@andrewmeah3082 Жыл бұрын

Hi Could you do a video on how to factory reset the nce powercab thanks

@MessingaboutwithModels Жыл бұрын

Yes I can, thanks for the suggestion!

@peterbradford5987 Ай бұрын

Hi. I have an NCE powercab and recently I have spots on my track where the train stops. Lights flash then it goes again. Can you help?

@BaloonLlama6056 Жыл бұрын

I don’t have black or red wires do I have to do that?

@davidgudgeon2326 Жыл бұрын

Hi John, I've just tried setting mine up today. Think it is faulty or I've done something wrong. Uses a peice of track like you but mine was soldered to the middle. Train won't move and think track is dead. Also when I turned it on the red led light has not been on st all, so not sure if I have faulty one or not.. hope you can help. Thanks David

@MessingaboutwithModels Жыл бұрын

If the light is not coming on on the panel, then there is something wrong - make sure you've plugged it into the correct socket, using the correct cable. If you have, and there is power to the board, then you may have a faulty unit.

@MarkMc6859 10 ай бұрын

Hi good video. Are those wires soldered onto the rails?

@tonyrobinson362 Ай бұрын

No bought wired fish plates.

@Justiceinabarrel Жыл бұрын

Does this work with a Bachmann G scale?

@MessingaboutwithModels Жыл бұрын

I dont see why not - however a G Scale train will probably use more current than a OO or HO scale loco, so you might only be able to control one or two.

@paulmacey9084 Ай бұрын

on my hand set it dose not read loc it reads con ??????

@WeatheredModelsByColton 2 жыл бұрын

Flip the panel and the LED will be at the top…

@MessingaboutwithModels 2 жыл бұрын

That would work! It was just confusing me at the start, and it seems to have confused others too.

@hollyday7947 2 жыл бұрын

No motion or sound. What if it says “ Main off Cannot read CV” What should I try next?

@MessingaboutwithModels 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for not replying sooner. If it cant read the CVs, it usually means theres a break in the conection somewhere - either to the track, or a lose wire in the loco. Maybe the Decoder isnt seated properly.