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    November 03

    Switch adapted train set

    We have been looking for train sets to switch adapt for ages. Every time we visit Spring or Autumn Fair trains sets are high on our wish list and, so far, we’ve always been disappointed.

    But this week we’ve made a break through; potentially we now have three train sets we could switch adapt albeit each one will require us to do some work at getting the switch or controller in place.

    Thomas-Tank-Engine The first is a universal favourite – Thomas the Tank Engine. This engine runs on the carpet – no track is needed. Thomas is also very simple to control as one button, or switch sends him forward and the second switch makes him reverse in a circle. With these two switches he can be made to drive along quite merrily. He also makes realistic train sounds.

    Tolo-First-Friends-Train-SetThen we have a “First Friends Train” from Tolo. This one uses a track layout. Our idea is to use our universal infra-red switch system to turn it on or off. At the moment we are working on building the switch into the engine.

    Brio-Remote-Control-EnginesBrio make the third one and it’s already a remote controlled train. It would be simple to switch adapt the controller that’s supplied with it. Or, anyone with one of our Domino units could use that to control the train. Our current thinking is that a new infra-red controller system designed specifically for toys is the way forward.

    More to come – keep in touch.

    Mike

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