David launches into this episode with a speedy survey of the progress being made on the MR&T HO scale layout reno project. But his attention quickly shifts to finishing the cork roadbed and adding a Rapido RailCrew remote uncoupling unit along an industry track lead. While he’s at it, David also shows how to install […]
The JMRI signaling series continues with MRVP’s Ben Lake taking a closer look at the Layout Editor tool within PanelPro software. On the Canadian Canyons N scale layout, Ben shares his process and insights for using Layout Editor to link various components (turnouts, track segments, etc.) of a signaling system. […]
For this July episode of MRVP Underground, host David Popp is on the task of stringing new LED rope lighting over his Olympia Logging Co. On30 layout. Plus, you’ll also see how simple it is to add a stelllar sound system to complement the layout’s light show! […]
Host David Popp still has plenty more to address regarding the wiring of his Olympia Logging Co. On 30 layout! So it’s a good thing that MRVP’s Gerry Leone is back (via virtual meeting) to provide a few tips while David powers up his final push to make all of the right connections. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
From boxes to outlets to on-off switches, David has an eclectic array of electrical parts and pieces he’ll use to route power to his Olympia Logging Co. On 30 layout! He’s charged up and ready to show you his wiring scheme and installation process. […]
We reviewed the Rapido Trains HO scale MLW RS-18 in the June 2020 Model Railroader. The firm produced this video showing step by step how to remove the shell from the model to access the decoder and mechanism. […]
We reviewed the Rapido Trains HO scale MLW RS-18 in the June 2020 Model Railroader. The firm produced this video showing step by step how to remove the shell from the model to access the decoder and mechanism. […]
