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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / Re: Number of PWR-56 Power Supplys for a Given Layout
« Last post by LVRR1856 on June 15, 2026, 09:36:53 PM »
Good to know Espeelark, Mine will be 3 levels, 3 should be more than enough for me. Say if 3 triple loco consists get into 1 power district(9 locos)
Should be good still even if old units ?

First level is a 15 track stage yard, so maybe two consists (6 engines) moving at once, +helix up/dn.

Level 2 is for running and switching, worst case maybe 3 consists running (9 engines ?)(3 engine consists - more or less) +helix up/dn

Level 3 Mostly continuous running  - same a level 2 (9 at most) - will have engine terminal/roundhouse, may use level 3 to power helix ?

Doubt 1 person could handle all that, not even half on a good day, but when grandkids start coming into the picture - etc...?

15 modern locos = maybe 8 older blue box/atlas yellow box/ P2ks locos (Which I have alot of)...

Maybe 4 would be better ? My room is 14 x 18.

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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / Re: LM-3S
« Last post by Mrpicks on June 15, 2026, 06:55:43 PM »
Quick update, there was a short circuit in the module and Ring will repair at no cost.
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New Users Start Here / Re: Introduce Yourself...
« Last post by Espeelark on June 13, 2026, 06:15:40 PM »
Welcome aboard Jeff!
I copy/pasted your question into a new post under "RailPro Specific Help & Discussion" and gave you some info about my layout that you can compare/contrast against.

Mod Edit: direct link to post: https://rpug.pdc.ca/index.php/topic,1812.0.html - Tim
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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / Number of PWR-56 Power Supplys for a Given Layout
« Last post by Espeelark on June 13, 2026, 06:13:25 PM »
Under the "New Users Start Here / Introduce Yourself" thread, Jeff asked, "Any input on how to go about installing the system, i.e number of power modules needed, where to locate said modules ( grouped in one place or distributed about the layout) etc. and any other tidbits will be greatly appreciated."

As they say, "it depends...."
Ring advertises that the PWR-56 has 56 Watts of output power to drive 15 or more typical modern HO scale locomotives.

I have three on my layout. My layout is an around the room, double-deck arrangement with a center peninsula. The room is ~21' x 20'. I have a construction blog about it over on the MRH website (I think you know that). Just search on "SP Lordsburg Sub - Construction".
* One for both the upper and lower return/staging loops  - each has seven (-7-) tracks.
* One for the lower operating level.
* One for the helix and the upper operating level.

Based on the way I have them allocated, I'm thinking I won't ever approach having 15 locos on any one of them simultaneously.
Mine are all located in one central location in the center peninsula, so its not a long reach to any part of my layout.

Hope that gives you an idea of what you might need for yours!
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New Users Start Here / Introduce Yourself...
« Last post by Jeff1022 on June 12, 2026, 03:05:19 PM »
Hi all.  Jeff Youst.  Plymouth, IN.  Modeling the EL Dayton Brach 1964.  Double deck; 300' branch main ( Marion, OH to Dayton, OH ); 100' Mainline modeling Marion, OH  / AC Tower which also encompasses 16 total staging tracks ( NJ east / Chicago west ); 2 yards ( Dayton and Marion) and assorted sidings and industry.   Currently in benchwork phase but will need to purchase the RP system soon.  Any input on how to go about installing the system, i.e number of power modules needed, where to locate said modules ( grouped in one place or distributed about the layout) etc. and any other tidbits will be greatly appreciated. 
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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / Re: LM-3(s) with the case removed
« Last post by faithie999 on June 11, 2026, 05:09:02 PM »
i don't have a photo handy, but when i did this i added a covering of Kapton tape to the module to protect the "guts" from an inadvertent short.  the install turned out fine.

go for it!!

Ken
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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / LM-3(s) with the case removed
« Last post by Espeelark on June 11, 2026, 12:35:00 PM »
I have read on occasion that due to space constraints, some have removed the outer shell/casing of an LM-3(S) to get them to fit. I'm currently working on a Kato GP35 install and am contemplating doing the same. Before I do so however, I would like to see what I'm getting into and/or exactly what the internals of an LM3(S) look like.
Does anyone have any photos of one where the outer shell/casing has been removed?
I know it voids the warranty - that doesn't matter to me.
Thanks in advance!
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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / Re: Considering Switching to RailPro
« Last post by LVRR1856 on May 27, 2026, 06:35:15 PM »
I definitely share your concern on lack of availability of product, it was my concern when I decided to kneel at the Railpro Alter and go for it and jump in and see what happens. Got a little more concerned when SSS - Scale Sound Systems, whom I spent like $1100 with when I invested ... said they were not thrilled about selling RP, and didn't reply back to me via email when I told them what I wanted to order.(Above $500 worth) Just blew me off.

Everybody here sayes - "Not to Worry" RP isn't going anywhere. Just hope they don't crash, burn and fizzle.
I really like the system - so easy to use. DCC looks cool, but has alot of moving parts, lots of CV's to monkey with - finicky with dirty track ..
yata-yata ...

I think they have a pretty solid market on the Large Scale stuff, just hope - there is hope !

Anyone else get a warm and not so fuzzy feeling ?

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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / Re: Considering Switching to RailPro
« Last post by CPRail on May 27, 2026, 12:48:57 PM »
I can offer an answer on your first item. I've run an approx 40 car coal train - 2 up front, 2 mid train on my Dad's layout. Mix of Bowser and Athearn units. All SD40 variants. All are RailPro with sound and Keep-Alives. Layout has a significant long grade both up and down with lots of curves. Great stress test.

Not a single issue running. They just dug in and pulled. The only "sad" thing, is when you turn on the Dynamic Brake sound on the consist it only comes from the lead unit. The other units just cycle down to the idle sound. Ring is aware of this issue.
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RailPro Specific Help & Discussion / Re: Where to buy RailPro
« Last post by Foxfire on May 27, 2026, 05:54:18 AM »
Pretty sure Squeaky's no longer stock RailPro; it's no longer on their website.
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