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NCE DCC Questions

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Posted by DanO22 on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 9:26 AM

I was in the same position as you about 4 years ago and purchased a pewercab from NCE. That decision worked out great ,everything I needed to run was in the box, other than a dcc equipped engine. The choice was never regreted and the support from NCE is is as good or better than I have received from any mfg. You also can add other options (upgrade) as you feel the need. Wishing you a great experience with the product and the hobby.

Dan

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Posted by SouthPenn on Monday, May 23, 2016 9:17 PM

You will need decoders for your engines.

South Penn
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Posted by maxman on Monday, May 23, 2016 8:09 PM

Depending upon the size of your railroad you may wish to purchase an additional UTP panel so that your 06 cab can be located at a location remote from where your PowerCab plugs in so that the additional operator isn't standing on the first operator's toes.

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Posted by gregc on Monday, May 23, 2016 7:21 PM

A Power Cab is a complete system.  You won't need the Cab06 unless a 2nd person will operate a 2nd locomotive.   The Power Cab can also swap between 2 locomotives, allowing you to operate 2 locomotives at the same time.

greg - Philadelphia & Reading / Reading

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NCE DCC Questions
Posted by Rookie Railroader on Saturday, May 21, 2016 8:19 AM

Hi this is Rookie Railroader. I was planning on buying a NCE Power Cab Starter Set with 110/240V US Power Supply and a Cab06 Engineer Cab with LED Display. Is there anything else I need to start running trains with DCC? Do I need to get some extra equipment for the Engineer Cab? Your answers would be greatly appreciated.

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