Using rolling road as programming track

[PeterBalcombe]

Is there any reason why I should not use my Hornby rolling road also as my programming track using a DPDT switch to switch between the 2 modes? I am using a NCE powercab and given limited space would welcome losing a bit of clutter.

[Brian]

None what so ever Just ensure the rollers are kept clean.
In fact its probably better as there is no possible connection to the main railway (much like using a totally separate piece of track)

[PeterBalcombe]

Thank you will give it a go!

[teedoubleudee]

That's what I use

[RAF96]

Me too. DPDT.
Very handy as you can program a decoder, flip the switch and try it out. Flip switch back and refettle as required.
As stated the DCC signal has to pass through the rollers so keeping everything clean is essential plus Imalso ‘lean’ on a loco during programming to ensure good contact.

[PeterBalcombe]

All now done and working perfectly. Would have been done sooner but for intervention of raging toothache! I am finding the rolling road actually makes a very good programming track!