I model in both N and G gauges, and now that my two boys are getting old enough to "play trains" with me, having independent control of multiple locos would greatly increase our "play value".
I'd like to invest in a DCC system that will serve both gauges -- but not simultaneously; we use G in the summer and N in the winter. ( I realize that the decoders will have to be different, and will be permanently installed in the locos.) I have no prior experience with DCC, but I've been reading FAQ's and primers and am familiar with the concepts. There seems to be an awful lot of choices out there, so I'm looking for recommendations for starter systems and/or components that I can use with either scale.
Here are my requirements:
1. Suitable for use with N or G gauges.
2. Up to 3 or 4 locos in G gauge; up to 5 or 6 locos in N gauge.
3. Up to 4 throttles.
4. Option for wireless throttles in the future.
5. Don't need most advanced features such as programming, signalling, etc.
6. Support for reversing loops.
7. Minimize cost! I absolutely can't afford to pay for features I don't need.
I already have a nice P.H. 10-amp power pack for my G trains.
Thanks for the help!
-- Ed
I'd like to invest in a DCC system that will serve both gauges -- but not simultaneously; we use G in the summer and N in the winter. ( I realize that the decoders will have to be different, and will be permanently installed in the locos.) I have no prior experience with DCC, but I've been reading FAQ's and primers and am familiar with the concepts. There seems to be an awful lot of choices out there, so I'm looking for recommendations for starter systems and/or components that I can use with either scale.
Here are my requirements:
1. Suitable for use with N or G gauges.
2. Up to 3 or 4 locos in G gauge; up to 5 or 6 locos in N gauge.
3. Up to 4 throttles.
4. Option for wireless throttles in the future.
5. Don't need most advanced features such as programming, signalling, etc.
6. Support for reversing loops.
7. Minimize cost! I absolutely can't afford to pay for features I don't need.
I already have a nice P.H. 10-amp power pack for my G trains.
Thanks for the help!
-- Ed