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From what I understand, many new engines come "DCC ready". Which basically means they have some kind of socket that lets you plug in a Decoder and you're set to go. In this case you have to get a decoder that is made to plug into that socket. Each manufacturer does that part a little different so you'll need to get a decoder that matches your engines "plug and play" system. But if the engine isn't "DCC ready" then you'll have to get a decoder that just has wires that you directly interface to your engines motor and lights. At that point, you just need a decoder that physically fits inside your engine and provides enough current. <br />When I'm in doubt, I just take my engine to the LHS and they tell me what will and will not work :)
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