MTH DCS

Jponz,

    The MTH DCS will open up a new world of remote control for both your Conventional engines and your P1 and P2 engines.  If you dreamed of running your trains with a remote control as a kid, like I did, DCS is right up your alley.  If you choose to purchase the DCS, 1st Purchase Barry's Book The DCS O Gauge Companion, it is a detailed instruction on how to set up and run MTH DCS.  Further if you are a visual type learner pick up a copy of the OGR Video Guide to DCS, it shows you on screen how to set up and get started using the full DCS.  None of this is hard, however it will save you a lot of frustration if you read and watch before attempting to build a layout.  Then come back to the DCS section of the OGR and we will help you with anything you do not understand fully.  I run both DCS & Legacy at the same time on my layouts, and love it.  We have a lot of knowledgeable people who are willing to help you with both DCS & Legacy here on the OGR.  IMO the purchase of DCS will be more than worth it.

PCRR/Dave

Thanks Dave, I will look into it further.

John

+1 what Dave said..

 

For Most people, once they use DCS or Legacy, there is no going back. The sounds and features built into each loco will give you a new dimension to this hobby...enjoy!

4x8 layout in the basement and I can be where ever I want to run trains. Conventional or DCS.

I was givenn DCS before I had any DCS locos, and it gave me walkaround control of conventional.  A  ompletely different perspective.  Now I can also run multiple locos near each other.

I love DCS and always have since I received it about 10 years ago.  The WIRING is what I love, too.  So easy if you do it right the FIRST time.  No doubt, get Barry's book and be amazed...

I'm a new member, but have had DCS & TMCC for over 10 years.  I highly recommend it for any size RR.  I had a problem with a 2 lost fixed channels about 2 weeks ago.  My LHS recommended trying the ogauge forum. There was a thread that mentioned Barry's DCS O Gauge Companion.  I received it last Thursday and had the TIU fixed with 4 channels working.  Without that book I did not Know that there were 4-20Amp fuses inside the box.  Thank you Barry!

I now have a fast acting 10amp fuse between the old ZW & the TIU.

Matt

Thank you Barry!

No, thank you for purchasing my book!  

Thanks for all the replies! Got Barrys book & also the DVD, have yet to dive into it but at a glance super informative.I know I can rely on you guys for all the good info & any issues.

Special thanks to Barry for putting this book together, Be well, John