DCC On Board with a DC Power Pack

[caboose101]

1.  Can I run a DCC "On Board" loco, such as the new 4-4-0, with its decoder installed using a standard DC power pack or would I have to get one of those shorting plugs, such as comes with a "DCC Ready" loco?

2.  Assuming I need to replace the decoder, does anyone know if the 4-4-0 comes with a "DCC ready" shorting plug?

Regards,

Caboose101

[the Bach-man]

Dear Caboose,
You can run on analog right out of the box.
Have fun!
the Bach-man