Updated 11/17/2010
The following are items the participant MUST bring for each module:
Module must conform to minimum N-Trak modular standards
An N-Trak Booklet that describes the standard is available from the N-Trak website
GRVS modules must include a white line to distribute low voltage DC for use by our throttles. There should be nothing electrical connected to the white line on any module.
Powerpoles as the mechanism for connecting between modules are recommended over Cinch-Jones plugs and sockets. Since Cinch-Jones plugs are still the N-TRAK standard, module owners who use power poles on their modules are obligated to provide CJ to powerpole adapters. CJ-PP adapters should be no longer than six inches.
Bring at least 6 of the Atlas 5 inch sectional tracks (This is per module!).
(GRVS will also supply some connecting tracks)
Curtain must cover entire open space below each module.
Color of curtain is up to the module owner, but is recommended to be of a dark color, like forest green.
2 C-Clamps must be provided with each module. "Deep Reach" type is recommended.
A fence pole or stanchion to allow a rope to be held in front of module at 38 inch height.
A bucket (coffee can) with concrete and a pole is one approach.
N-trak has a statement on power strips. See: Ntrak website
GRVS has a need to provide AC power to specificv locations in a layout, primarily to run the power supplies that run trains. Generally module owners should not mount any AC power cords on modules but should depend on power supplies that can reach an outlet in a multi-tap cord running around under the layout, usually on the floor.
(this should be self explanatory)