Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

1. Why register ?

   It's free. Registration allows the user to:
   
   

   a) Create a collection of trains and accessories using the online model railroad database.

   1) Maintain a detailed list of all the items in your collection, including condition, cost, storage location, where acquired, custom notes, maintenance tasks etc.  See sample detail page below for all supported collection item fields. 
   
   

   

    

   2) Keep track of total amount invested and total value of entire collection.
   
   

   3) Export the collection list at any time to an Excel spreadsheet, CSV file, or print it to pdf with embedded thumbnail images.
   
   

   4) Mark items for sale so that they can be seen by other collectors (feature coming soon)
   
   

   b) Create a "Want List" - Items on want list can link directly to items for sale from other users.
   
   

   c) Contribute - Help maintain the public database.  

   • If an item is in your collection, but not in the database then you can contribute to the wiki by adding in a new item.  
   • If you notice that some data is incorrect in the database you can correct it.  
   • All additions or changes made are immediately available to other users.  
   • Upload images of your collection to the item Photo Galleries and share with others.
2. How to register ?

   Navigate to the login page -> here

   a) Click on the "Register" button and then fill out the form fields.

   • All fields are required.
     
     
   • Make sure to note the email address and password chosen as these will be required to login into the application.
     
     

   b) Once the form is filled out please click the "Register" button.

   c) You will receive an email from modelRailroadCollector.wiki asking you to confirm your request to register.

   d) Respond by clicking on the confirmation link in the email.

   e) When your email address is confirmed you will be redirected to the website as a registered user.

3. Deleting directory items

   The following rules apply to deleting an item from the main directory

   • You cannot delete an item if there are any collections that contain that item
   • You cannot delete an item unless you were the creator of that item
   • Deleting an item will delete all associated Price History records for that item
   • Deleting an item will delete all associated photo gallery images for that item
   • Deleting an item will  delete all product translations for that item
4. Deleting Collections

   The following rules apply to deleting Collections:

   • You can only delete your own collections 
   • Deleting a collection will ALSO delete all items in that collection AND any maintenance items linked to those items