starter sets

No - the control system will control all Proto 2/3 engines.   The only thing it won't control is Proto 1 engines but those are all controlled by a transformer (but not a CW80).

-Greg

Just be aware that MTH starter sets require that you provide your own smartphone or tablet (Android or iOS) to download their app in order to operate the Explorer version of the DCS system that comes with the set.  There is no manually operated transformer or remote included in the set.

thanks for the info.so in theory once I hook up dcs explorer i can run all proto2/3 engines,with my phone.sorry for these questions.I am kind of new to command engines and right now use tmcc.grandson has legacy.old  guy used to transformer control.by the way i love command engines.I even have lionel powermaster that lets me run conventional mpc era stuff with cab-1

to greg,I may be a member of crappy basement layouts.thats awesome.are those nj hirailers dates for this year?i sure miss you guys public shows.i love nj hirailers layout.its beeen 15-16 months since covid lockdowns.youtube cant provide enough material about the club

I believe the Explorer also has a three engine maximum, if that is a concern.

You need to be more specific on which starter set?  Brand New model year, or vintage starter set that where never sold or opened?

MTH used several types of remotes.  Some just IR control of track voltage and conventional only.  Some IR command controlled for a single engine on factory reset ID.  Now the new explorer set up.

Any MTH PS-2 or PS-3 can be controlled conventionally or DCS.

But not all older controllers where DCS based.  G