DCC issue

[erider2002]

Hello, I'm new to DCC. I recently purchased a new Bachmann 0-4-0 side rod loco that has DCC on board. I have not yet bought a DCC controller. The problem is is that the loco runs just fine under DC control. I removed the shell and checked to make sure that the electronics are in place. Is it normal that DC is controlling it or has something failed in the electronics? I thought I would have to replace the decoder with the supplied pins to operate in DC mode. Thanks, Paul

[ebtbob]

Paul,

       Standard decoders normally allow one to run their engine on either DC or DCC.  There is a way to turn the DC function off if desired.

Bob

[erider2002]

Thank you Bob, I am still at the bottom of the learning curve for DCC.

Paul

[kenruof]

Paul,

Check CV 29 bit 2 if you want to disable DC mode set it to 0 but please read the manual before setting CV 29 as it sets other important things.

Ken

[ebtbob]

Paul,

       Welcome to the learning curve.  I really do not have that much of a headstart on you.   Keep asking the questions as that is the way you learn.

Bob