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<p>I dont think so.</p><p>QSI is a pretty specific set of language if you will.</p><p>Instead of saying "Nope, nada, sorry no-way etc.. I offer you the QSI programmer that is becoming availible to program your engines. It needs a peice of track to set your engine on and a Computer such as a PC to run the program. You will probably be able to adjust some values and configure others with this device pretty well.</p><p>I use a Digitrax Super Chief which is not cheap and a list of CV's for a particular engine. I have about 12 QSI equippted engines in my fleet. And am considering the QSI Programmer along with the ESU for the loksound unit.</p><p>One disadvantage to having a Home PC programming of your engines is that should they malfunction while on someone else's railroad or in a club etc.. you really dont have access to your PC. A laptop might do it but need to be careful how you equipt it because there are specific things a computer needs to be able to communicate to the engine via the Software that comes with the programmer.</p><p>Finally, I offer that you already indicated your learning of the limitations of the previous system and have a pretty good idea of what you want to do, I can only encourage you and say it's time to move on up. You could sell your basic set for a discount to someone else just starting out and use the seed money from the sale to help finance the new programmer.\</p><p>Bottom line, I dont think European systems will work with programming of USA systems. QSI is pretty propietary. To me, it is the best thing to have since sliced bread in this hobby.</p><p>A one time expense on a basic set might do good but sometimes it's better to endure the higher cost of a premium system that can do all the things and then some one time.</p><p>It goes without saying, trying to save money or cheapen the path to full functionality is not the way to go.</p>
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