Alan Cairns

Gentlemen, We seem to be edging closer to the solution to the problem I described in my post 232 (to remind you: how do I get my lovely Dapol semaphore signals to work sensibly with a Modratec interlocking frame). Let's not argue about why Dapol chose the operating method, and let's see how to use it best. Can I modify a Modratec frame to give a momentary blip to operate my signals? Do I need a separate momentary button to align the signals before an operating session? There's a wealth of wisdom out there and I'd love to hear from it.

I bought a GWR home signal to try it out, and was hugely impressed. (The one I bought didn't work properly, but was promptly replaced by Dapol via my local dealer - again very impressive). I took the working signal to my local n-gauge club, where it generated lots of interest. Thank you Dapol for a real first: I look forward to future products, especially the gantry. To my problem. I want to work the signals on my layout using a Modratec interlocking frame, and I don't have the first idea how I'm going to wire this up. I could, of course, just place a push-to-make button below the lever, but this ain't really satisfying. Any suggestions, please?