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Well managed to sort this out with the help of Coastal DCC. The ESU LokPilot 5 works the headcodes and tail lights as well as the cab lights. Did make some progress with the Imperium by changing CV59 from 0 to 1, this gave headcodes and tail lights but not cab lights.

I have searched but cannot find an answer as to which 21 PIN decoder will work all the lighting functions on the Heljan class 45. Instructions say it needs a 6 function decoder but I have tried a Dapol Imperium 1 that I had in stock and all the lights stay on or off. I did read that someone had tried the Dapol Imperium 8 function decoder but the functions did not match the Heljan instructions. Plenty of info on sound installations but I just want a non sound installation. Hopefully someone has had some luck on this one. Thanks Trev

I have recently purchased an AEC railcar and noting the issues with DCC decided to install a Road & Rails Lokosound 5 decoder. Decoder works all functions but no sound. I returned the decoder thinking it was faulty and Richard kindly sreplaced it. Second decoder does the same. Tried decoder in another 21 pin loco and sound works fine. Is there a problem on the Heljan PCB? Hs anyone had anything similar happen. Unit works fine and light functions all work so for some reason the sound function of the decoder is not working when installed in the railcar. Any thoughts??

Just an update on this error. Having looked around I managed to find some information on the similar Walthers table marketed in the US. It seems that the error code "C" indicates that the Transfer Table is on around the wrong way. Quick turn through 180 degrees fixed the issue. Shame that the instructions did not mention this and that it is a simple error to make. Anyway now working, hopefully if anyone else has a similar problem they will find this.

I have had a new unused Heljan transfer table (Traverser) for some years, anyway decided to build a small layout to accomodate it. I have just connected the Table to its Control Box, and then to a 16V AC supply expecting to get the Menus on the screen as described in the manual to allow me to test the operation of the table. It however Displays Heljan, then AO57 and then a C. All of the buttons control box do not work or change anything, Lights etc do not work. I am planning to use Analogue operation only. Has anyone any experience of this table or suggestions. I would mention that I can see no mention of AO57 or C as error codes in the provided manual.

Just a short update on my 16xx. Well I received an email from Rapido with returns information. Loco returned to them and returned very promptly with new pub and pickups. I have only given it a quick test run but it seems to be running perfectly now. Thanks to Rapido for sorting it out, great customer service.

I have had a Lenz system for a long time, occasionally I hit a problem when the system freezes. I have overcome this by deleting locomotives from the command station stack which I believe is limited to 250 addresses. Same problem today so I thought I would check how many addresses were held on the command stack by scrolling through the list on my TouchCab handset (iPhone). To my surprise I only had 150 addresses, so two questions, Why did system freeze? Do any systems have locomotive stacks in excess of the 250? Thanks

Just to confirm that I have submitted an enquiry under the Warranty contact form - noted everyone away until after 3rd Jan. My original query was on the general contact form as I did not think it would be covered under Warranty.

Thanks for the update, original enquiry was made on 15 November. I will resubmit later this evening.

Just wondered if anyone else is having running issues with the 16xx? Mine was ok but now runs very poorly. I have completed the online enquiry form on Rapido site but absolutely no response, never received the promised replacement circuit board either. I think the issue is with the plunger pickups which are not always in contact with the wheels, has anyone been able to remedy this issue? To be honest I am a bit frustrated by this loco and the Rapido support. Any help appreciated

Changed since I used to observe trains from Royal Oak in the 1970’s! Great location still, although no stabling point opposite with Westerns and class 47’s.

I am sure its not on the Postal and as it is platform 2 I suspect not Perishables either which leaves the Sunday Service as the most likely. Thanks for the information.

I have recently purchased a photograph from the Mid 1960's of a Hymek awaiting to depart Penzance on a Passenger train. The headcode appears to be 1A60 ( The final digit is not totally clear and I know there was a 1A69 that was the 08:40 Penzance to Paddington in the Mid 1970's) but I cannot find a reference for this in the information I have. Due to the rarity of pictures of Hymeks at Penzance I would be interested to know what working this was. Has anyone any ideas?

If anyone else is struggling with the lights on DCC using a Zimo decoder I have solved it by changing the MX638D to a MX638C. You need to change/ enter 3 into CV8. This seems to relate to logic or full function ??? It does however work. Trev

Well mine arrived yesterday and pleased to say running is fine after running in on some rollers on DC. Copes with my curves and point work OK but it a bit of a pain getting all wheels on the track. I have fitted a chip and headlights / taillights work fine but no sign of the cab lights or engine room lights. Pretty sure these were not evident on DC either. I am using a Zimo MX638D decoder and all the dip switches are on. Agree with the comments about detail parts with no info. Trev