RCGRS MRT SIG - Revision history

DErik at 19:42, 17 November 2025

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	Here is a list of other references you might find useful in creating an article:		Here is a list of other references you might find useful in creating an article:
	*[[Index to Uploaded Manuals]]: As it says, an index to documents that have been uploaded to this wiki. These articles have not been edited by anyone in the MRT SIG, and come from a variety of sources. So take them as they are. The list may not be current.		*[[Index to Uploaded Manuals]]: As it says, an index to documents that have been uploaded to this wiki. These articles have not been edited by anyone in the MRT SIG, and come from a variety of sources. So take them as they are. The list may not be current.
	*[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]: A starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page.		*[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]: A starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page.

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DErik at 15:40, 30 August 2024

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	The purpose of the MRT SIG is to collect and disseminate information about various tools and equipment used in the creation, maintenance, and operation of model railroads. The MRT SIG will include all sorts of items, from older items still in use to current items now available and to items that are still in the development stages of our current technology. The MRT SIG will also develop information and instruction documents on using these items in all phases of a model railroad layout – from initial site preparation to a completed layout – to include using them in maintenance and modification of the layout and operation of the model railroad.		The purpose of the MRT SIG is to collect and disseminate information about various tools and equipment used in the creation, maintenance, and operation of model railroads. The MRT SIG will include all sorts of items, from older items still in use to current items now available and to items that are still in the development stages of our current technology. The MRT SIG will also develop information and instruction documents on using these items in all phases of a model railroad layout – from initial site preparation to a completed layout – to include using them in maintenance and modification of the layout and operation of the model railroad.

			This wiki is set up and managed by the Rose City Garden Railway Society. For more information on that, please go to the RCGRS web site at https://rosecitygardenrailwaysociety.wildapricot.org/.
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	==Articles in the MRT Wiki==		==Articles in the MRT Wiki==
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	*[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]: A starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page.		*[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]: A starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page.

	[[Category:Pending Review]]		[[index.php?title=Category:Pending Review]]
	<span style="color:red;"><br>New or modified article by [[User:DErik\|DErik]] ([[User talk:DErik\|talk]]) being reviewed<br></span>		<span style="color:red;"><br>New or modified article by [[User:DErik\|DErik]] ([[User talk:DErik\|talk]]) being reviewed<br></span>
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DErik at 01:53, 9 December 2023

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	If you have a curiosity, or a burning need to know something, or just confused about something, PLEASE, just send your question to the [mailto:MRT-SIG@RCGRS.com MRT]. We will be happy to attempt to answer it; and if we can't we will research it for you. Remember, there is no such thing as a stupid question. Or one too simple or too complex. Either may have simple answers, or be very complex answers. And, very probably, you may not be the only one that has that question. Finding and sharing the answers is what the MRT SIG is all about.		If you have a curiosity, or a burning need to know something, or just confused about something, PLEASE, just send your question to the [mailto:MRT-SIG@RCGRS.com MRT]. We will be happy to attempt to answer it; and if we can't we will research it for you. Remember, there is no such thing as a stupid question. Or one too simple or too complex. Either may have simple answers, or be very complex answers. And, very probably, you may not be the only one that has that question. Finding and sharing the answers is what the MRT SIG is all about.

			==Publication Stages==
	===Works In Progress===		===Works In Progress===
	There are many articles currently being developed. These include:		There are many articles currently being developed. These include:
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	The next stage of article development is a review cycle. Articles in this category include:		The next stage of article development is a review cycle. Articles in this category include:
	<categorytree mode="all" depth="2">Pending Review</categorytree>		<categorytree mode="all" depth="2">Pending Review</categorytree>
	These articles are essentially complete and ready for a more formal announcement. But there may still be unanswered questions related to them, or minor problems with them. You are invited to review the articles in this category and ask questions and make comments. See the [[Sample Article Structure#		These articles are essentially complete and ready for a more formal announcement. But there may still be unanswered questions related to them, or minor problems with them. You are invited to review the articles in this category and ask questions and make comments. See the [[Sample Article Structure]].
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	==Contribute==		==Contribute==
	We aren't all-knowing; that's why the MRT SIG exists.		We aren't all-knowing; that's why the MRT SIG exists.
	If you see a question that hasn't been answered yet, and think you have the answer, PLEASE, share that information with us. Or if you just thought someone else might just want to know about something, PLEASE, send [mailto:MRT-SIG@RCGRS.com us] a note, or anything up to a full-blown article. Check out the "[[Sample Article Structure]]" to get some ~~information~~ on how to construct and publish ~~and~~ article. We will accept anything in virtually any format to start working up an article with. And we will assist you if you ~~ask us~~ in the preparation of the article, or do it ourselves based on the information you provide.		If you see a question that hasn't been answered yet, and think you have the answer, PLEASE, share that information with us. Or if you just thought someone else might just want to know about something, PLEASE, send [mailto:MRT-SIG@RCGRS.com us] a note, or anything up to a full-blown article. Check out the "[[Sample Article Structure]]" to get some ideas on how to construct and publish an article. We will accept anything in virtually any format to start working up an article with. And we will assist you, if you desire some assistance, in the preparation of the article, or do it ourselves based on the information you provide.

	==Caveat and Disclaimer==		==Caveat and Disclaimer==

	While we will attempt to be as accurate and complete with the articles as possible, there may be missing information, incorrect information, or misleading information.		While we will attempt to be as accurate and complete with the articles as possible, there may be missing information, incorrect information, or misleading information.

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	Here is a list of other references you might find useful in creating an article:		Here is a list of other references you might find useful in creating an article:
	*[[Index to Uploaded Manuals]]: As it says, an index to documents that have been uploaded to this wiki. These articles have not been edited by anyone in the MRT SIG, and come from a variety of sources. So take them as they are. The list may not be current.		*[[Index to Uploaded Manuals]]: As it says, an index to documents that have been uploaded to this wiki. These articles have not been edited by anyone in the MRT SIG, and come from a variety of sources. So take them as they are. The list may not be current.
	*[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]: A starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page. [[~~index.php?title=Category:MRT SIG]] [[index.php?title=~~Category:Pending Review]] <span style="color:red;"><br>New or modified article by [[User:DErik\|DErik]] ([[User talk:DErik\|talk]]) being reviewed<br></span>		*[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]: A starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page.

			[[Category:Pending Review]]
			<span style="color:red;"><br>New or modified article by [[User:DErik\|DErik]] ([[User talk:DErik\|talk]]) being reviewed<br></span>
			[[Category:MRT SIG]]

DErik at 01:39, 9 December 2023

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	==Articles in the MRT Wiki==		==Articles in the MRT Wiki==
	As articles are written, they will be placed in various topical categories, and indexed so that you can easily browse through the categories looking for an article of interest. As some articles may touch on multiple topics, the article may be listed multiple times. You can find the categories listed in the "[[~~MRT SIG Topics\|~~MRT SIG Topics]]" page. Just browse through the category descriptions on that page to find one that relates to what you want to know about.		As articles are written, they will be placed in various topical categories, and indexed so that you can easily browse through the categories looking for an article of interest. As some articles may touch on multiple topics, the article may be listed multiple times. You can find the categories listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page. Just browse through the category descriptions on that page to find one that relates to what you want to know about.

	Briefly, the current topics include:		Briefly, the current topics include:
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	We aren't all-knowing; that's why the MRT SIG exists.		We aren't all-knowing; that's why the MRT SIG exists.
	If you see a question that hasn't been answered yet, and think you have the answer, PLEASE, share that information with us. Or if you just thought someone else might just want to know about something, PLEASE, send [mailto:MRT-SIG@RCGRS.com us] a note, or anything up to a full-blown article. Check out the "[[Sample Article Structure]]" to get some information on how to construct and publish and article. We will accept anything in virtually any format to start working up an article with. And we will assist you if you ask us in the preparation of the article, or do it ourselves based on the information you provide.		If you see a question that hasn't been answered yet, and think you have the answer, PLEASE, share that information with us. Or if you just thought someone else might just want to know about something, PLEASE, send [mailto:MRT-SIG@RCGRS.com us] a note, or anything up to a full-blown article. Check out the "[[Sample Article Structure]]" to get some information on how to construct and publish and article. We will accept anything in virtually any format to start working up an article with. And we will assist you if you ask us in the preparation of the article, or do it ourselves based on the information you provide.

			==Caveat and Disclaimer==

			While we will attempt to be as accurate and complete with the articles as possible, there may be missing information, incorrect information, or misleading information.

			And while we will try to provide sources of materials and equipment, it is not our intent to advertise for, or even to advocate, any particular product or company. What is stated will simply be our best guess as to where items might be acquired, what they might cost, what the integrity or reliability of a vendor is. And while we will attempt to identify suitable materials, equipment, and methods for performing a project or task, we cannot guarantee the applicability of the item to any particular project; and there may be better items than what we identify.

			As to how to use materials and equipment, again we will try to be as comprehensive as possible. But there are many ways in which any particular item may be used, and the purpose to which it is put. You are free to do whatever you wish with any of the items mentioned in any of the articles, but, whether you follow the advice and instructions in the article or do something different, you are on your own. We cannot take any responsibility for what might happen - to you or the materials or equipment.

			Finally, we urge you to be safe. Use masks when appropriate, Some projects are best done in a well ventilated area. Others may need care in handling the materials; they may be caustic, fragile, cumbersome, or whatever. Be careful. Again, we cannot accept responsibility for any damage done.

			Sorry, but this is somewhat of a legal thing that will keep us out of trouble.

	==Other References==		==Other References==
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	Here is a list of other references you might find useful in creating an article:		Here is a list of other references you might find useful in creating an article:
	*[[Index to Uploaded Manuals]]: As it says, an index to documents that have been uploaded to this wiki. These articles have not been edited by anyone in the MRT SIG, and come from a variety of sources. So take them as they are. The list may not be current.		*[[Index to Uploaded Manuals]]: As it says, an index to documents that have been uploaded to this wiki. These articles have not been edited by anyone in the MRT SIG, and come from a variety of sources. So take them as they are. The list may not be current.
	*[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]: A starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page.		*[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]: A starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics]]" page. [[index.php?title=Category:MRT SIG]] [[index.php?title=Category:Pending Review]] <span style="color:red;"><br>New or modified article by [[User:DErik\|DErik]] ([[User talk:DErik\|talk]]) being reviewed<br></span>

	[[Category:MRT SIG]]
	[[Category:Pending Review]] <span style="color:red;"><br>New or modified article by [[User:DErik\|DErik]] ([[User talk:DErik\|talk]]) being reviewed<br></span>

DErik at 06:40, 22 May 2023

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EricTimberlake: /* Ask Questions */

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Ask Questions

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	==Ask Questions==		==Ask Questions==
	If you have a curiosity, or a burning need to know something, or just confused about something, PLEASE, just send your question to the [mailto:MRT-SIG:RCGRS.com MRT]. We will be happy to attempt to answer it; and if we can't we will research it for you. Remember, there is no such thing as a stupid question. Or one too simple or too complex. Either may have simple answers, or be very complex answers. And, very probably, you may not be the only one that has that question. Finding and sharing the answers is what the MRT SIG is all about.		If you have a curiosity, or a burning need to know something, or just confused about something, PLEASE, just send your question to the [mailto:MRT-SIG@RCGRS.com MRT]. We will be happy to attempt to answer it; and if we can't we will research it for you. Remember, there is no such thing as a stupid question. Or one too simple or too complex. Either may have simple answers, or be very complex answers. And, very probably, you may not be the only one that has that question. Finding and sharing the answers is what the MRT SIG is all about.

	===Works In Progress===		===Works In Progress===

DErik at 01:57, 21 May 2023

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-The MRT SIG is formed to collect and disseminate information about various tools and equipment used in the creation, maintenance, and operation of model railroads. The MRT SIG will include all sorts of items, from older items still in use to current items now available and to items that are still in the development stages of our current technology. The MRT SIG will also develop information and instruction documents on using these items in all phases of a model railroad layout – from initial site preparation to a completed layout – to include using them in maintenance and modification of the layout and operation of the model railroad.
+The purpose of the MRT SIG is to collect and disseminate information about various tools and equipment used in the creation, maintenance, and operation of model railroads. The MRT SIG will include all sorts of items, from older items still in use to current items now available and to items that are still in the development stages of our current technology. The MRT SIG will also develop information and instruction documents on using these items in all phases of a model railroad layout – from initial site preparation to a completed layout – to include using them in maintenance and modification of the layout and operation of the model railroad.
-The information will be placed in various topical categories, and indexed so that you can easily browse through the categories looking for an article of interest. As some articles may touch on multiple topics, the article may be listed multiple times. You can find the categories listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics|MRT SIG Topics]]" page.
+==Contribute==
-If you would like to contribute to the repository, you can do so by creating a new page yourself or by contacting the MRT SIG Chair. The MRT SIG Chair will assist you in developing the page. The "[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents|MediaWiki main help page]]" is a starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics|MRT SIG Topics]]" page, in the "RCGRS Wiki Help" category near the bottom of that page.
+==Other References==

DErik: Slight revision of where help can be obtained.

2023-05-03T05:14:55Z

Slight revision of where help can be obtained.

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	The information will be placed in various topical categories, and indexed so that you can easily browse through the categories looking for an article of interest. As some articles may touch on multiple topics, the article may be listed multiple times. You can find the categories listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics\|MRT SIG Topics]]" page.		The information will be placed in various topical categories, and indexed so that you can easily browse through the categories looking for an article of interest. As some articles may touch on multiple topics, the article may be listed multiple times. You can find the categories listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics\|MRT SIG Topics]]" page.

	If you would like to contribute to the repository, you can do so by creating a new page yourself or by contacting the MRT SIG Chair. The MRT SIG Chair will assist you in developing the page. ~~To assist you in developing the page yourself, you can consult the~~ "[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]". We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics\|MRT SIG Topics]]" page.		If you would like to contribute to the repository, you can do so by creating a new page yourself or by contacting the MRT SIG Chair. The MRT SIG Chair will assist you in developing the page. The "[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]" is a starting point for learning about how the wiki itself works. We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics\|MRT SIG Topics]]" page, in the "RCGRS Wiki Help" category near the bottom of that page.

DErik at 01:12, 27 April 2023

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DErik at 17:27, 24 April 2023

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	The MRT SIG is formed to collect and disseminate information about various tools and equipment used in the creation, maintenance, and operation of model railroads. The MRT SIG will include all sorts of items, from older items still in use to current items now available and to items that are still in the development stages of our current technology. The MRT SIG will also develop information and instruction documents on using these items in all phases of a model railroad layout – from initial site preparation to a completed layout – to include using them in maintenance and modification of the layout and operation of the model railroad.		The MRT SIG is formed to collect and disseminate information about various tools and equipment used in the creation, maintenance, and operation of model railroads. The MRT SIG will include all sorts of items, from older items still in use to current items now available and to items that are still in the development stages of our current technology. The MRT SIG will also develop information and instruction documents on using these items in all phases of a model railroad layout – from initial site preparation to a completed layout – to include using them in maintenance and modification of the layout and operation of the model railroad.

	The information will be placed in various topical categories, and indexed so that you can easily browse through the categories looking for an article of interest. As some articles may touch on multiple topics, the article may be listed multiple times. You can find the categories listed in the "[[MRT SIG ~~Home~~\|MRT SIG Topics]]" page.		The information will be placed in various topical categories, and indexed so that you can easily browse through the categories looking for an article of interest. As some articles may touch on multiple topics, the article may be listed multiple times. You can find the categories listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics\|MRT SIG Topics]]" page.

	If you would like to contribute to the repository, you can do so by creating a new page yourself or by contacting the MRT SIG Chair. The MRT SIG Chair will assist you in developing the page. To assist you in developing the page yourself, you can consult the "[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]". We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG ~~Home~~\|MRT SIG Topics]]" page.		If you would like to contribute to the repository, you can do so by creating a new page yourself or by contacting the MRT SIG Chair. The MRT SIG Chair will assist you in developing the page. To assist you in developing the page yourself, you can consult the "[[mediawikiwiki:Help:Contents\|MediaWiki main help page]]". We have also provided some help of our own that will probably reduce the time needed to research simple page development tasks. That help is also listed in the "[[MRT SIG Topics\|MRT SIG Topics]]" page.