[soapbox] I do not have a DCC setup but I do have several locomotives that are DCC equipped. I also use a BLI PCM DC Master on one track for my BLI GE Dash 7 sounds. I noticed that on this particular track, the response is slower to the locomotives for speed and startup. Even the non equipped loco’s need a push to over 70 on the dial to move, while on the other tracks they move at a much lower position. Now here’s the real questions: [:I] I recently purchased a Bachmann locomotive that is DCC equipped but with no sound. IF I remove the DCC board and install the dummy plugs provided, will this affect the operation of the locomotive on just a straight DC mode? If so, how would it be affected? Or is the DC Master the power robbing culprit? Oh yea, I have 3 working tracks and use Tech 4 MRC 220 power packs.
Thanks in advance.