I think Bachmann gained a bad reputation in the 80's and early 90's, because almost all steam locomotives had wheel quartering issues and diesel locomotives' gears cracked, causing a loud click sound.
Just ordered my EZ Command controller yesterday,along with a couple of DCC Locomotives. Me and my father just picked up the hobby again after about 35 years...He's 82,I'm 40...He wantes multiple trains on one track,And sometimes the whole wiring bit can be a bit frustrating. So this is a blessing indeed!
Lovely Video clip! Forgive me for the intrusion, I would love your thoughts. Have you heard about - Januke Henatalie Formula (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now)? It is a smashing one off guide for operating a DCC model railroad minus the hard work. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my work colleague after many years got astronomical results with it.
Nice! I'm planning to get that system. I have the bachann dcc Durango and silverton 2-8-0 locomotive, the bachmann southern 2-10-2, a 2-6-0, a 0-6-0, a Santa Fe 4-8-4 and 4x7 layout on the bottom bunk of my bunkbed!
I've known of the E-Z Command system since it first appeared in 2004 catalog. It was my first exposure to DCC. After that, I came to learn of DigiTrax, MRC, NCE, Lenz, and ESU. And, no offense to Bachmann, I've found the best of the bunch to be NCE. Of course, rather than an NCE throttle, I usually use my own iPhone and the WiThrottle app, all at my model train club.
I am using a DCC on Board train and the EZ Commnad. For some reason the train won't activate or respond unless I push it, even then it only runs for a couple inches then stops. PLEASE HELP!
Hownottobuild This is my second account but I'm pretty sure I cleaned it when I posted that comment. I forget how I cleaned it though... Is there a certain way or thing I should use to clean it?
Regarding running an analog locomotive on the E-Z Command system, I found that making an isolated dead-end siding that can be powered on and off via a switch (like the Atlas connector) to park the analog locomotive on is a pretty good idea.
It should be, I've actually connected some old Atlas track to the Bachmann E-Z track, and everything works just fine on both. The power connector will be different for the Atlas track, but it shouldn't be difficult to make an adapter.
This is a question I haven’t been able to find on TH-cam yet. So I just received a DCC locomotive from eBay, and I don’t know how to recode the locomotive from a multi digit code, to a single digit code using EZ command, since that’s all I have for DCC controllers. Is there a way to do that with it?
I have a digitrax dcc equipped athearn s12 I am trying to program it to run on both dcc and analog dc I have a ez command controller and I am unsure if it will kill my decoder to program it to 10 which is for analog locomotives
Will someone please explain to me why the left handed crossover from Bachmann is very unpopular and on top of that when I was looking for them on ebay everybody was wanting the "Right Handed" ones instead. Why is this the case? I have a left hand no. 6 Crossover with two controllers item number 44575 and noticed that they are not in demand....why again I ask? Do people prefer going right instead LOL
Sorry you probably can never understand me I meant when the DCC controller is plugged in on the other side of the board can you plug in a regular controller and run non doc locomotives
Help I got a DCC setup and it didn't come programmed to 3 ,according to your video here I'm getting a short circuit signal every time I put it on the tracks? any help would be appreciated.
Hi I am being given a HO Scale layout and am wondering about useing Bachnan EZ track not sure yet if I will need to replace any thing thank you for posting these videos Dave
I have the Bachmann DCC EZ command control center (item #44932), which does not have the option to connect accessories. So, how to connect remote turnout red wire.
You can control DC locomotives with this controller but to have the consist and lights and sound features you have to have a DCC decoder in the locomotive
Good video. I have a small dcc layout, Two separate tracks. We used flex track and the drop feeders are connected to separate bus wires. How do I connect to the two red wires from the controller? Where do I solder them? To the end of the bus wire or directly to the track. Which wire is negative, they are both red.
Unfortunately there is no model train store in Indonesia. You will be surprised by the number of model train fans in Indonesia. Please open a shop in Indonesia, let us buy directly at the store
I got a DCC engine from u and I try programming it to a different address on a digitrax and I coundnt program it to the address 3002 and I really need help but I can't find any.
@@carterbrown3807 Yeah it does, but I rarely use analog locomotives regularly on my current layout. But on my previous layout where I used the E-Z Command system I had an isolated siding that I could switch the power on and off to, for parking an analog locomotive on, so I wouldn't risk damaging the motor from letting it sit getting power for too long.
Hello,the plug for my ez command track wire ,the plug that connects into the ez command itself broke does bachmann sell replacment track wires for the ez command?
You can only use 1 EZ Command Station. If you want to have 2 control panels, you have to use one command station and one walk around companion. If you try to use 2 Command Stations they will cause a short circuit.
please bachmann answer this question: if the ez command controller says "light" instead of "function" will that button still work as the function button or am I gonna be ripped off and only be able to turn on the light. I was told I would have 10 functions able to control sound. can u answer this question please ASAP!? thank you
The other day i was running my Bachmann DC Chattanooga engine and the smokestack started melting! it is not a older engine about a year old I had it on low power and running with smoke. but even without smoke, it will still get hot! I am afraid to run it. any advice?
I say some other videos and I just saw a video of MTH HO NKP 765 because I saw he runs with EZ Command Control and evening Lionel HO Polar Express because I just saw that video. I might get one soon.
Quick question if I turn on my controller to the Bachman Santa Fe train with a hopper with plastic coal an empty black small hopper and a red kaboose if I were to put a second train with remote and turned it on would the other train go as well?
Now here's a million-dollar question. If you get 2 of these and you have 2 DCC equipped engines can 2 people be able to driving the engines on one layout?
Yes, it is possible to have more than one operator running a train at one time. For this, you can use our E-Z Command® 44907 Walk-around companion. One of the operators can use this, while the other can use the standard E-Z Command® controller.
Hi Phil, this sounds like you have a short somewhere on your layout. Check your track connections and ensure they're tight and correctly aligned, look for any rolling stock that might be derailed, and check to make sure that no metal items are making contact with the rails (other than wheels).
That I know; I've got one locomotive that came with the controller that has a decoder. I may get another DCC-equipped locomotive as well, and then attempt to upgrade on certain models.
Eric Trostin Yep, the locomotive actually runs pretty well. I currently have four DCC-equipped locomotives: two are Bachmann (BNSF GP40-2 and ATSF FT-A Warbonnet), one is a Life-Like Proto 1000 F3A (ATSF blue/yellow) and one is a Walthers Trainline Dash 8-40BW (BNSF Warbonnet); the latter two use TCS decoders.)
When I plugged mine in when I got it the light's went dim an it's getting hot . I cannot get it to do anything I believe I purchased one that's defective? Any answer you can help me out with?
Perhaps I missed it, are the DCC encoders that come with the locos in the set compatible with other systems like will my bachmann loco work on a digitrax system?
This video is surprisingly very helpful! Thank you very much bachmann for your (sometimes) amazing locomotives and (always) amazing tutorials
Bachmann has always worked for me with no problems.
@@jdc121 same, All my stuff is Bachmann and I have no idea why everybody hates on Bachmann
@@robbykoopman5559 fr
I think Bachmann gained a bad reputation in the 80's and early 90's, because almost all steam locomotives had wheel quartering issues and diesel locomotives' gears cracked, causing a loud click sound.
Just ordered my EZ Command controller yesterday,along with a couple of DCC Locomotives.
Me and my father just picked up the hobby again after about 35 years...He's 82,I'm 40...He wantes multiple trains on one track,And sometimes the whole wiring bit can be a bit frustrating. So this is a blessing indeed!
Childhood Memories! I used to watch this video all the time when I played with my HO Thomas And friends trains.
I just bought the bachmann DCC starter set that comes with 2 engines, it's freaking awesome!
Lovely Video clip! Forgive me for the intrusion, I would love your thoughts. Have you heard about - Januke Henatalie Formula (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now)? It is a smashing one off guide for operating a DCC model railroad minus the hard work. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my work colleague after many years got astronomical results with it.
Was it the commander?
Thumbs up if you are about to go use YOUR E-Z Command Control System! Go E-Z Command!
Nice! I'm planning to get that system. I have the bachann dcc Durango and silverton 2-8-0 locomotive, the bachmann southern 2-10-2, a 2-6-0, a 0-6-0, a Santa Fe 4-8-4 and 4x7 layout on the bottom bunk of my bunkbed!
That is awesome!
I've known of the E-Z Command system since it first appeared in 2004 catalog. It was my first exposure to DCC. After that, I came to learn of DigiTrax, MRC, NCE, Lenz, and ESU.
And, no offense to Bachmann, I've found the best of the bunch to be NCE. Of course, rather than an NCE throttle, I usually use my own iPhone and the WiThrottle app, all at my model train club.
The decoders are NMRA compliant and will work with any NMRA compliant DCC system.
Will the atlas lok sound work? I have been planning to buy a c424
(with no intention of disrespect) does this work with other items that aren't bachmann?
thanks in advance :)
The system will work with any NMRA compliant DCC decoder.
+bachmanntrains ok, great! thanks for your service!
You Guys removed the DC controller Plugin.
Just got one of these today, Great product Bachmann! 👍
I run Bachman and I love everything about it,I run n scale and I love it won't sell or trade for the,world.
I'm old school DC, Bachmann DCC made the switch easy for me to understand. In 1953,Tokyo Japan, we bought our first HO RxR by selling coal and brass.
I bought a bachmann engine but it won't run. It can receive power but its wheels won't move. Please help
Contact our Customer Service Team, toll free in U.S./Canada, 800-356-3910, ext. 304 or 305.
How do I control the sounds? The one I want to buy has the sound value but I am not sure how to do the sounds on the controller?
Use the function button
Twelve years ago? It sounds like this video was made in the 1950’s-trumpets and all-I couldn’t stop laughing!
Lolz. I love it! So appreciate!
What is the Rail Height Code for your track, I would like to use standard sections with the ez track, I have code 83 and way more code 100
Our E-Z Track® range is code 100
I am using a DCC on Board train and the EZ Commnad. For some reason the train won't activate or respond unless I push it, even then it only runs for a couple inches then stops. PLEASE HELP!
Daniel McDonald
Have you cleaned the tracks and the wheels
Hownottobuild This is my second account but I'm pretty sure I cleaned it when I posted that comment. I forget how I cleaned it though... Is there a certain way or thing I should use to clean it?
Work with HO?
Yes!
Regarding running an analog locomotive on the E-Z Command system, I found that making an isolated dead-end siding that can be powered on and off via a switch (like the Atlas connector) to park the analog locomotive on is a pretty good idea.
Is it compatible with Atlas track?
It should be, I've actually connected some old Atlas track to the Bachmann E-Z track, and everything works just fine on both. The power connector will be different for the Atlas track, but it shouldn't be difficult to make an adapter.
i have an analog DC locomotive runing with this E-Z digital controller, but the speed is very slow. do you know the reason?
Im getting my first loco (Single $119 Union Pacific NZD) From Bachmann! Thanks Bachmann!!
It doesn't have any sound tho, :( But im happy still and should be grateful. :)
if you sith train will it run
This is a question I haven’t been able to find on TH-cam yet. So I just received a DCC locomotive from eBay, and I don’t know how to recode the locomotive from a multi digit code, to a single digit code using EZ command, since that’s all I have for DCC controllers. Is there a way to do that with it?
You just normally program it using the Controller and you don’t need to know the previous code
You can probably get one by contacting the Bachmann parts department
Does anyone know if it is possible to convert the locomotive in the rail chief set to dcc?
All locomotives as long as they have a DCC decoder or you have a DCC socket with a DCC decoder that you can install will work with this controller
When you connect the 2nd controller (DC) will older locos still be prone to overheat and cause issues
I don't have this one. but wanted to check if you knew anything about a DC master module if so please let me know.
Just purchased this! A bit late to the party. Fingers crossed all works. Even havev Bachmann Steam dcc Spectrum unit. Can't wait.
This looks straightforward and simple
Will the EZ companion # 44907 ever be available again ? If so when and where can I get one ?
Yes it is here :www.walthers.com/e-z-command-accessories-walk-around-companion
Does all of this work for N scale trains too?
Yes
I know this is old but I cannot find that black interconnecting cable. it wasn't in any of my sets I have from Bachmann is it sold separately?
I would like to know where to get this as well
No - it is DCC
Good joke
Hi buddies
I have a digitrax dcc equipped athearn s12 I am trying to program it to run on both dcc and analog dc I have a ez command controller and I am unsure if it will kill my decoder to program it to 10 which is for analog locomotives
Ok ok ok I want this now with a Dcc Bachmann gg1.
Actually they do have a Bachmann DCC GG1 I made a video on my channel of when I bought one
Is that what comes in the controller set
Will someone please explain to me why the left handed crossover from Bachmann is very unpopular and on top of that when I was looking for them on ebay everybody was wanting the "Right Handed" ones instead.
Why is this the case?
I have a left hand no. 6 Crossover with two controllers item number 44575 and noticed that they are not in demand....why again I ask?
Do people prefer going right instead LOL
With the regular controller can you run non-Dcc locomotives or not
Sorry you probably can never understand me I meant when the DCC controller is plugged in on the other side of the board can you plug in a regular controller and run non doc locomotives
Help I got a DCC setup and it didn't come programmed to 3 ,according to your video here I'm getting a short circuit signal every time I put it on the tracks? any help would be appreciated.
riverlifeva maybe it’s the train
The problem is in the Locomotive.
I got the Bachman Thomas whit Annie and carabel and that one is my sons first Bachman
Can you use this with bachmann sound decoders
Yes
Can you use Atlas locomotives for this?
Bachmann's E-Z Command should be compatible with most other brands of locomotives.
The 2 track power wires comes with the controller set
When you say "One Analog Loco", do you mean one DC engine? If so, you're a life saver!
yes that's what it means
Well that means i can run my old athearn blue box bnsf number 2099
Hi I am being given a HO Scale layout and am wondering about useing Bachnan EZ track not sure yet if I will need to replace any thing thank you for posting these videos
Dave
I have the Bachmann DCC EZ command control center (item #44932), which does not have the option to connect accessories. So, how to connect remote turnout red wire.
What dc locomotives can I do the same with this controller as like the other locomotive that was shown in this video?
You can control DC locomotives with this controller but to have the consist and lights and sound features you have to have a DCC decoder in the locomotive
Good video. I have a small dcc layout, Two separate tracks. We used flex track and the drop feeders are connected to separate bus wires. How do I connect to the two red wires from the controller? Where do I solder them? To the end of the bus wire or directly to the track. Which wire is negative, they are both red.
Can I use any locomotive that has any decoder?
Yes, as long as It is to the correct scale
Please help for speeding. How do chance to low and high speeding. These Locomotive was fast need to calm smooth slow?
Can I hook up my switch track wires to it?
Can you controlled sound, like the horn or bell?
Yes
Unfortunately there is no model train store in Indonesia. You will be surprised by the number of model train fans in Indonesia. Please open a shop in Indonesia, let us buy directly at the store
I got a DCC engine from u and I try programming it to a different address on a digitrax and I coundnt program it to the address 3002 and I really need help but I can't find any.
Perhaps call Digitrax?
will the E-Z command work with DC locomotives
Milepost 241 Productions no
Haha late reply but it does, I use dc locomotives white my system
@@carterbrown3807 Yeah it does, but I rarely use analog locomotives regularly on my current layout. But on my previous layout where I used the E-Z Command system I had an isolated siding that I could switch the power on and off to, for parking an analog locomotive on, so I wouldn't risk damaging the motor from letting it sit getting power for too long.
Yes but don’t run the DC engine on the DCC track for too long. It will damage the motor of the locomotive if ran for more than an hour
It can but it’s not healthy for the motor of a DC locomotive
Does it work with N scale models.
I believe it will work with any scale as long as you can fit a decoder in your loco!
i just got a switch track today and do not know wat to do and i got a dc controller and this is my first switch track wat do i do
Pretty late but I want to get a dcc ready usra 2-8-2 loco and how do I install a decoder?
Hello,the plug for my ez command track wire ,the plug that connects into the ez command itself broke does bachmann sell replacment track wires for the ez command?
Yes
7:38 so how does this make any sense running a DC engine with a DCC engine? Is the DC engine running at enough track power to power the DCC engine?
Is this controller also good for large layouts with a very long distance?
You will need to purchase the Bachmann DCC 5amp booster for large layouts.
Can it be used with DC
How exactly would one activate the sounds on a dcc model equipped with sound with this controller?
I just got that dcc controller and it doesn’t work and my engines make weird noises when on the track and the dcc doesn’t work on the analog
if I have 2 dcc contorlers can 9 run on 1 and 9 run on the other
You can only use 1 EZ Command Station. If you want to have 2 control panels, you have to use one command station and one walk around companion. If you try to use 2 Command Stations they will cause a short circuit.
please bachmann answer this question: if the ez command controller says "light" instead of "function" will that button still work as the function button or am I gonna be ripped off and only be able to turn on the light. I was told I would have 10 functions able to control sound. can u answer this question please ASAP!? thank you
Yes
The other day i was running my Bachmann DC Chattanooga engine and the smokestack started melting! it is not a older engine about a year old I had it on low power and running with smoke. but even without smoke, it will still get hot! I am afraid to run it. any advice?
All the analog locomotives overheats when you are using the ez command
I say some other videos and I just saw a video of MTH HO NKP 765 because I saw he runs with EZ Command Control and evening Lionel HO Polar Express because I just saw that video. I might get one soon.
is it only for HO, or can I use it with N scale?
Is there any way to connect the EZ Command to a computer? Would the I/O port work?
I don’t use an old DCC controller but I’m planning to have to have this i use EZ track
Bachmann dónde puedo conseguir más modelos de trenes?
Question, when it says the analog loco, can I run dc and dcc with this?
You can run one DC locomotive on address 10
Does the decoder work on other model trains, not just Bachmann?
My dcc controller keeps on not showing the stop light I’m doing what this tells me too and it’s not working
Can we change from the default 28 speed steps to 128 speed steps using this controller ?
No
Do you need a decoder in every dcc locomotive to be able to use it with this remote
Yes, if you want to run in DCC. You can use address 10 to run a non DCC locomotive.
Quick question if I turn on my controller to the Bachman Santa Fe train with a hopper with plastic coal an empty black small hopper and a red kaboose if I were to put a second train with remote and turned it on would the other train go as well?
What
Now here's a million-dollar question.
If you get 2 of these and you have 2 DCC equipped engines can 2 people be able to driving the engines on one layout?
Yes, it is possible to have more than one operator running a train at one time. For this, you can use our E-Z Command® 44907 Walk-around companion. One of the operators can use this, while the other can use the standard E-Z Command® controller.
Do Bachmann trains with DCC Sound Value On Board work with the E-Z Command Center?
Yes
I can't wait to try this!
Can u consist a DCC lead engine with a DC engine? I'm switching over to DCC and I'm trying to figure out which system to use.
No.
Thanks. I ordered my EZ command controller today!
trying mine tomorrow, thanks for the vid 👍
my bachmann ez controller started blinking and nothong will run on my layout.
Hi Phil, this sounds like you have a short somewhere on your layout. Check your track connections and ensure they're tight and correctly aligned, look for any rolling stock that might be derailed, and check to make sure that no metal items are making contact with the rails (other than wheels).
Bachmann Thomas Works with ez command?
No - Thomas models are not Digital Command Control
I might get this in the future; I currently run all-DC trains and I can probably upgrade my layout using this.
It's not easy, you need decoders to use ez command, it was really hard to install the decoder into my analog trains.
That I know; I've got one locomotive that came with the controller that has a decoder. I may get another DCC-equipped locomotive as well, and then attempt to upgrade on certain models.
Yeah, and nice about the dcc train, Bachmann???
Eric Trostin
Yep, the locomotive actually runs pretty well. I currently have four DCC-equipped locomotives: two are Bachmann (BNSF GP40-2 and ATSF FT-A Warbonnet), one is a Life-Like Proto 1000 F3A (ATSF blue/yellow) and one is a Walthers Trainline Dash 8-40BW (BNSF Warbonnet); the latter two use TCS decoders.)
That's good, I have four, too!!!
When I plugged mine in when I got it the light's went dim an it's getting hot . I cannot get it to do anything I believe I purchased one that's defective? Any answer you can help me out with?
Hi there, please email our service department at service@bachmanntrains.com
I tried it, but my locomotive won't move unless it's on 10.
Perhaps I missed it, are the DCC encoders that come with the locos in the set compatible with other systems like will my bachmann loco work on a digitrax system?
+The Lowmein yes i have a bachmenn Alaska locomotive DCC and run it on my digitrax system
thanks
I look forward to giving this system a try!
do dcc controllers work on dc tracks
All track is interchangeable
@@user-sd7qo7qe4v thanks
my controller quit working , I unplugged it for 30 mins and the power light will flicker a little and then nothing I used it for 10 mins
Does it work on Thomas and friends
No - only DCC equipped locos
I kinda threw the plastic covering away for the naming of the trains… 😅
my friend programed a double unit and I cant program seperetly
Can you use this with sound
Yes
Does the black connecting wire come with the DCC controller? 7:21
edit: OMG HE HAS GREEEN 4501? 9:32
Thats 722
It’s been 2 years I’ve matured and you don’t have to respond
Does this exist for n scale?
The power can be run into into N scale track
bachmann can the e-z command run on30 4-4-0 yes or no let me know my name is jt.
Yes, if your On30 4-4-0 is DCC it will run it.
Hey bachmann what is an i/o port used for this type of power pack????
The IO Port is ONLY for connecting our E-Z Command Walk-Around Companion. Plugging anything else into this port may damage the controller.