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MRC decoders

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Posted by 60YOKID on Tuesday, July 1, 2008 1:16 AM

I have 4 different model MRC decoders w/sound. All have shortcomings.

2 are useable - 2 are not.

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Posted by jeffrey-wimberly on Sunday, June 29, 2008 1:32 PM
I've had a couple of bad experiences with MRC decoders and my best advice is to stay away, far away.

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MRC decoders
Posted by richg1998 on Sunday, June 29, 2008 10:47 AM

I just saw a sale for four new Roundhouse steamers. The seller has a store and must have had them returned as they are sold "as is".

I replaced the MRC decoder in my 4-4-0 and now only buy DCC Ready.

Some others have had success with the MRC decoders so your mileage might vary.

Rich 

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