Do you use ARC recorder??

Legacy has a build-in function for ARC.

I installed it on my layout and used it a couple of times. Worked well. I seem to remember that in order to really get the full function you needed to install sensors.

I didn't have the ARC but do recall seeing videos from IC Controls (original developer) that seemed to indicate that the accuracy was greatly enhanced by adding insulated rail sections that acted as triggers for the next action in ARC program.

As John mentioned, the Legacy system has the recording function built right into the remote and it seems to work pretty well but I've only tested it with Legacy engines. The engines usually stop within a few inches of the original point.

The upcoming LCS with the track sensors and iPad interface looks to enhance it even more.

I have one wired into my system, but have never used it.  Of course, I expected to be further along than I am, too. 

George

I use my arc to turn accessories on and off both intially and periodically. It's true Legacy has a built in function but it only gives you one recording and you cannot save or restore it so it is very limited. The ARC does not support legacy commands.

I halve two wired in and use it to activate accessories and lites around the layout. They work well. Setup is important then easy-peasy 

ralph

sorry fella's but could someone please explain this in English?  In this instance what is an ARC recorder?

The Action Recorder Controller (ARC) is a TMCC device like and ASC or AMC that records Cab-1 commands and plays them back. You hit a key sequence to start recording and then every command you press after that is stored including the timing of it. After you end the sequence you can play it back by pressing the ACC # assigned and the AUX2 key. You can also set the recordings to loop so you can use them as I do to periodically run your accessories, i.e. if you have an MTH Gas Station you can have the car come out and then 5 minutes later go back in. In between you can have many other accessories run for a bit. You can also use it to turn all of your accessories on with a single button. The ARC can store up to 8 recordings.  What it can't do is record legacy commands.      

Go here for some info and a link to the manual.

You can make and save 8 different recordings of any TMCC commands. It also has 4 ports for triggers which you can include in the recordings.

Other than the obvious I used it to trigger routes and power blocks for my yard, each siding with a few button pushes. (ACC, 11, AUX2)