Can LionChief run on the same track as DCS?

Yes, it can.

Yes, but obviously you have to have 2 controllers in your hands to run them.  The LC use the same 18V track power like any command engine.  Not sure if there have been any reports of LC killing the DCS signal.  Some Lionel TMCC/Legacy engines have been know to cause that.  Fixed by installing an inductor in the AC input line to the engine.

One point though, Lionel recommends Voltage no higher than 18V.  MTH can run up at 24V.  So you don't want track voltage set too high.  G

Runs great! I have found that setting track volyage to 16 gives me better slow speed control

Runs great! I have found that setting track volyage to 16 gives me better slow speed control. Run it on a variable track. Because if you leave it idle contril times out and you need to cycle track power to regain control. Per Lionel service, this is a feature.

George, I repaired a LC+ last week and being the nut I am for perfect signal only, I did that test.  The LC+ has no effect at all on DCS signal.

 

I've run my Thomas set and it runs great!

Peter

Yes & no issues.

If you want t watch a video about this issue, please take a look.