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Now that I tried programming and set the address to 27, the signal decoder does click when I press the red/green buttons, but nothing happens with the signal. The signal just shows all of its tree aspects(Hp0,hp1 and Hp2) at the same time.

Hi Nendra, model train is a Great hobby I can highly recommend it. However, do look around to see what brand and type of trains you would like to have. I can recommend Märklin but there are also others around. Welcome to the hobby and have fun! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Vito, both the m84 and m83 connect to the track power in order to power the electronics. However, the m84 can take power from another power source (as shown in this video) for the accessory you connect to the m84 output. The m83 will always use track power for the accessory connected to the output. You can connect m83s and m84s together to power the electronics of them all (chain them) and still have an alternative power for the m84 accessoires. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Vito, I am glad you liked the video! Yes, you can connect both Märklin and Trix layout to the same CS3 - even at the same time. However, you need to ensure you are still within the power limits of the CS3 whan taking the total power consumption into consideration. If you mix the two layout types, you should also consider that some decoders in the "DCC" worlds do not like the MM protocol. Hence, consider using only DCC and MFX on the Märklin layout to avoid also sending MM to the Trix layout. Hope this helps! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Vito, Glad you liked this video! I am not sure that I get the question on the "ghost station". How many lights you can connect? This depends on your power source and the power consumption of the lights. On the Märklin 60842 the maximum current load per group (red/green) is 5 amps. The Viessmann 5080 clock in this video is specified as 10 mA and I assume the Faller 180110 is about the same. Hence, if you have a power supply that can supply the max 5 amps, then you can theoretically have approx 500 clocks or lights per re/green group. However, the length of wire will also influence this - and any resistor you add would also have to subtract this, then you might only be able to have 100-200 lights? You have to try it out, but you using LEDs you can power a considerable amount of lights. Hope this helps! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Sorry I completely got the question wrong. I wanted to know how many groups of light poles, for example, can be placed on each exit of the m84, i.e. how many exit 1 can support, how many exit 2 etc. I hope I was clear this time. thanks@@ModelTrainFun

Hi Tommy, I really like these ones - work really well. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Pedro, Glad you like the video! As I understand it you cannot use the m84 for this - at least not according to any manual from Märklin that I have seen. Can it be done - not sure? Multiple traffic lights (signals?) - if they need to show the same yes - otherwise one brake module per signal. This quickly becomes very expensive. If you have automation, consider using CS3 events or software instead - then you do not need the brake module. Check out the Automation playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLYAhs-Pox3sHzQJsNU-FmOEj1ylO-NPpV Hope this helps! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Stefan - great to hear - have fun with trains! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Bernard, You cannot use the brake module to change speed of the locomotive. However, if you have the CS3 with L88/S88 then you do have more control over the trains and do not need the brake module. As an example, check out this video: ruclips.net/video/MtZ1MYwOLDY/видео.html. You can find all videos on automation here: ruclips.net/p/PLYAhs-Pox3sHzQJsNU-FmOEj1ylO-NPpV. However, this is a much more complex way of controlling your layout and it requires quite some trial and error. Hope this helps! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Ali, glad you found it helpful! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Bernard, Thanks for your encouragement and I am glad you like the videos, and they help you! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Bernard, glad you liked the video! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Bernard, I hope you have fun with the CS3- thanks! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Thanks Bernard! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Bopop - glad you like the videos! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Just a question , in order to maximise the use of the decoder , what mode should I use to regulate a shadow station , to replace signals , mode 0-1-2? Using CS3 Many thanks

Hi Bernard, Thank you! Enjoy ;-) Bo

@@ModelTrainFun Hi Bo, could you answer my question concerning the mode to be used in a shadow station? Thanks

Hi Bernard, I am assuming you are asking what mode to choose when you want to use the M84 for turning on/off power to the track (stop track). If this is what you are looking for, then use Mode 2. Basically, same as the lights in this video - just use "B" from the track and insulate as a stop track. Did this help? Enjoy ;-) Bo

@@ModelTrainFun you got my point , tkx

Hi Timothy, usually "Find" should do the trick. If it does not check that all protocols are enabled (incl MFX) and try again. If this does not work, then you can try to reset the Mobile Station 2, then try again when it is empty. If this does not work ensure that you have the latest version of the Mobile Station 2. If not, then ask friend or dealer with CS3 to help with the upgrade. Then try the find again. Unfortunately, I am travelling, so cannot give precise instructions without having the MS2 at hand. Let me know if this helps. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hello Bo, it worked, thank you! We needed a little time time to test all the hints you gave, especially with school restarting. We started with building the small circular track for testing. (1) Protocols - the mobile station was successfully seeking MFX, DCC and MM2 type trains. No luck. (2) Reset Mobile station - we reset the mobile station successfully and tried Find. No luck. We used the "Find" command to control the ICE2 that came with the set, concluding the problem was not the track or connections. (3) Latest version - my son found the "Update mobile station 2" command from the controller. As a last measure, my son found a small switch on the actual locomotive on the undercarriage. I could not have found it, but he did. Then the "Find" command worked due to the switch being "on". Sometimes the simple solutions are best. A sincere thank you.

@@timothyherko3242 WOW - quite some troubleshooting - I am guessing this switch is for the catenary? I am glad you made it work! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Timo - all the way from Sweden! Welcome to the channel and I hope you have fun with your trains. Enjoy ;-) Bo

@@ModelTrainFun I build in a small room of 9 square meters on 3 of the walls, to get more track surface I build in 3 height levels with 2 helix to be able to reach all 3 levels, level 1 and 2 have helix for 2 tracks for meeting to the level 3 have helix 1 track, there will be mostly locomotive garages up there so there will be most locomotives going up there. Level 2 is the main surface with several heights on the track, level 1 is an industrial area with several side tracks for setting up wagons.

Hi Jaré, I am glad you find them useful! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi John, glad you liked the video! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Ken, Glad you got your MS WLAN going! Enjoy ;-)

Hi Rob, unfortunately I have been away from the hobby and the channel for some time now. Are you still having an issue? If so, consider sending me an email on the subject potentially with a couple of screenshots of your events. I am on vacation the next week, but after that I should be able to help you. You can find my email here: www.youtube.com/@ModelTrainFun/about Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Phil, I am glad you like the videos! Are you still having this issue - or did you figure it out? It is important to set the bus length correctly as described in this video and then you can add the contact as shown here: ruclips.net/video/asgop7QRIK8/видео.html. If you are connected directly to the CS3+ without the L88 then choose "GFP-1" instead. Did this help? Enjoy ;-) Bo

All sorted thanks very much.

Hi Daniel, Yes I talk a lot 😂 There is also a more specific on the turnout here: ruclips.net/video/SaOI8KMl3vM/видео.html Then you only have to wait until 11:54 until you find what you need... Well - a little shorter... but still 12 mins sorry. Joke aside: Yes the videos are in a longer format. The idea is that I make longer more comprehensive videos that even beginners can follow. For the more advanced viewer you can skip ahead/jump around using the video chapters. You can see here how to use chapter on RUclips: ruclips.net/video/_9ZlgohukIY/видео.html. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Martin, unfortunately that is not directly possible. Out of the box Märklin Z gauge is analogue and not digital. The Mobile Station 2 is digital only. If you make your layout digital by adding decoders to the Märklin z gauge locomotives, then you might be able to. I am no expert in Märklin z gauge - but understand that this is not an easy operation. Try to ask around or ask your favorit model train store. Hope this helps! Enjoy ;-) Bo

I understand, could it be possible connecting to another brand instead of marklin? Of course that implicate not using a marklin locomotive.

@@ModelTrainFun my mistake, i wanted to say "K" track instead of Z.

Hvis du har en ældre Marklin central station kan den også bruges

Hejsa Brian, Central Station 3 og 3+ understøtter begge Märklin 1. Du skal blot huske at købe den rigtige strømforsyning - fra Märklin web side "5.0 amps max. output when using the 60101/L51095 switched mode power pack (recommended for 1 Gauge and LGB).". Jeg har ikke selv Märklin 1 spor. Du kan også se strømforsyningsoversigten på 08:34. Spørg også omkring ved modeltogs-kollegaer og forretninger hvad de anbefaler for at få gode råd. Håber det hjælper. Hygge ;-) Bo

Hi Marcel, not quite sure I understand your comment. Are you talking about the wide turnouts? Then I agree they are not included in this video. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Tony, yes - one braking module per signal. This becomes complex and expensive. If you have a larger layout consider automating it using software - or CS3. Enjoy ;-) Bo

@@ModelTrainFun Please come back soon.☺

Hi Michael, yes you can connect multiple lights to each output. Just keep in mind that the maximum current load per group is 5 amps. Which also means you can connect a lot of lamps. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Michael, the M84 needs to be connected to the digital signal (track power) so it can receive commands. Each output group can be powered by a separate power supply. According to the manual you can also "The decoder can also be connected to the 66360/66365 switched mode power pack (only in conjunction with 60822) (here power is not taken from the track and the power demanded from the track is thereby less). ". I have not tried to connect it like this, but it should work. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Luke, unfortunately my German is not too good. However, do remember that you can turn on subtitles and RUclips can auto-translate to German. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi, glad you liked the video and welcome to the hobby! Starter sets are a great way to get started. Most manufactors provide starter sets that usually come at a better price and an easy way to get started to see if you like the hobby. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Pellas, when installed turn outs go on the main track. If you want to program them, use the programming track. Some can also be programmed on the main track, but then you might accidentally also program another accessory. Did you check out this video? ruclips.net/video/_6lGKQ3Vj2Q/видео.html Enjoy ;-)

Hejsa, Du kan lave "papiret" større ved at trække i pilene i siden og bunden når du er i editerings mode. Do kan også lave flere "papirer" som du kan skifte imellem - kig i denne video: ruclips.net/video/Hi6R3ugZ-SQ/видео.html Sig til hvis du har flere spørgsmål. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Ulises, I am so glad that the video helped you. Have fun with trains ;-) Bo

Hejsa Brian, yup - jeg er dansker ;-) Bo

Hi johan, Glad you liked the video. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Ray, agreed that it would be nice with sound on this model. Often manufactors but cheaper versions in the starter sete to make them affordable. However, you can also find this locomotive from Märklin with sound and you can find bigger starter sets that have locomotive with sounds as well. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi Thomas, The Märklin track (3-rail) are not compatible with Hornby or Bachmann. You can find similar track from Trix (2-rail) that are compatible. Märklin tracks are special as the Märklin locomotives pick up power from a center rail. However, you can find the same locomotives from Trix which can run with Hornby/Bachmann. Do remember that the UK OO scale is different from H0 scale - they run on same tracks, but the UK OO scale is out of proportions (bigger) so they look funky next to each other. The Mobile Station 2 (MS2) can be used with any DCC compatible system, but you might have other controllers in the UK that are more preferable. Hope this helps! Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hence, there is some compatibility, but you might be better off finding something more standard for Hornby/Bachmann. Ask around with friends and in your favorite model train store. Enjoy ;-) Bo

@@ModelTrainFun okay, thank you for the help. I hope you enjoy the Märklin track :)

Hi Tony, I am glad you got your CV47 issue fixed! Related to your difficulty with the connector to the B/0 connections? I usually find that it is too loose and need to squeeze the connector. Try to flip the connector so the flat part is towards the track. It slides on differently. Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi, you can get starter sets from your favorite model train store or directly in the Märklin shop: www.maerklinshop.de/en/ Around Xmas time you can find sales and promotions on starter sets - this is a good time to pick up a new set (or a great Xmas wish ;-). Enjoy ;-) Bo

Hi John, unfortunately that is not possible - they are two different ways to make diagrams and are not compatible... Enjoy ;-) Bo