Stan Ames

Thank you for your detailed advice.

the Bach-man

Thank you for info on LGB MTS System. As a result of your details, it appears the Shay is operating in DC mode which the LGB MTS system does support providing the volts to the Shay is less than 18V. Tests show voltage to the track, without trains, is 23V with current LGB transformer. Maybe a new adjustable transformer will solve operation in DC mode.

I have just received from Trainworld my 3 Truck Shay with DC/DCC/ Sound on Board (#82697)  with Loco setting #3.
I want to run this Loco on my LGB MTS Layout, however,when placed on the track, the Shay's front, rear lights & fire box light up OK, but NO movement forward or rear is possible. I have checked all settings but still no movement.
In desperation, I place my LGB V200 Loco, also with setting #3 on the track and to my surprise the Shay comes to life with sound and movement!!!!
Both trains move OK, but when I remove the LGB V200, and after about 15 seconds of non-movement, the Shay goes to sleep again. Place the LGB V200 back on the track, the Shay regains sound and movement.
I am wondering why the Shay doesn't work on the track by itself???