How To Read CSX Signals (SBD Sys) PART 1

I want to share what I've learned about reading CSX signals over the years. Understanding these indications can really help your railfanning.

[gerardlang]

With me qualifying on NS and CSX out of Toledo with Amtrak, this makes it so much easier to understand. I greatly appreciate these signal series. Signals on the east coast are speed signals, while the signals out west are routing signals, so this is very helpful. Thank you Mr Harmon

[mamskas]

Very informative. You speak with authority so it's easy to learn

[bfurailroad]

Wow! I'm amazed at how informative your videos are. Anybody could become a real engineer by skipping railroad school and just listening to you.

[WestVirginiaRailfan]

He should have been a professor. I would have an A in his class because his voice helps me remember stuff.

[winifrednorwood]

Thank you for shedding light on this mystery! Your wonderful voice opens the doors to my brain!

[dustinhall]

I sure love hearing modern crossing signals still showcasing a mechanical bell.

[AngelusaNobilis]

I didn't even know I needed this information, but it showed up when I searched trains. Next time I see these signals I'll know what's up :) thank you

[philliplee]

love when you do this learning so much more about the Signals and how they work. very cool and educational love it.

[crsrdash-b]

I still return to watch these at least once a month. I love listening and learning about these signals.

[OldsVistaCruiser]

"Knocking down the signals" comes from the days of upper-quadrant semaphore signals. When the train passed, the signal arm would fall from vertical to horizontal.

[NorfolkSouthernESAC]

Another great production Danny! Looking forward to the next signal video.

[fazapops]

Thanks for posting these. My younger brother has worked for the railroad for 40 years... I figured I'd finally figure out what the heck he did!

[Baart]

Thank you. This is the best tutorial on YouTube

[tennesseerailproductions]

Thanks for posting with this series i understand signals better!

[stephengering]

I like watching the how to read csx signals.I always wanted to know about the signals and learn how they work

[stephengering]

thinks danny for the videos. they are very good to watch again and again. they tell you all there is to know about the details of the signal

[TheBraniffTaylor]

Having aN enjoyment for all signals, I have watched this series several times, and I enjoy i lire each time. Your cinematography and sound is superb. The railroad should use these as trainers for their new hires. Nicely done as always Mr Harmon.

[davidbarnett]

In my days as a brakeman [1967-72] for the SP on the Houston & Texas Central line out of Houston, we dealt with symaphore signals.

On some of your videos, you talk about the L&N. There were times when I reported in to the Hardy Street yard in Houston, where we picked up our power and caboose, I would see L&N, N&W, and Southern engines.

[valeriebassett]

Great video!!! I really love learning all things about the RR. Thanks for sharing this great video. We love listening to you talk.

[ethanbrown]

To me it's a great way to learn about this it's like a training video. Thanks for making the video