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I too have a small (5x11') layout and I have NCE and like it very much. I like the English labelled buttons for horn, light and bell (so I don't have to remember which function controls which), I also like the display that not only indicates that a command is received (not just sent) but also "walks" me through any sequences that I don't use very often, like programming and MU-ing. I am also using the radio which is two-way (also indicating receipt of commands). When I installed the radio, there was a problem -- which was fixed at no charge to me (other than postage to get it to NY) and I got it back in less than a week! Good support!! (and you can get the owner on the phone easily) Now I will admit that it isn't the least expensive, but it is comparable to other similarly capable systems and I don't worry about upgrading -- it's all in there - including a 9-pin serial jack for computer interfacing (and programs like Easy Ramp for easily setting engine decoders) <br />I also use Lenz with my modular group and it is also quite capable. The company is very supportive and the product works well and intuitively, but it uses more icon labelled buttons and does require a "cheat sheet" to remember the more complex capabilities (like MU'ing and programming). I suppose if I used it every day I'd remember that "F3" is used for MU'ing (along with "+" and "enter" and number keys -- I was just using the system last weekend, so right now I do remember) <br />I would suggest that if it's at all possible, try out the controller for the system(s) you're considering and pick the system based on the controller YOU like. Saving a few bucks now is not much of a deal if you're soon looking to "upgrade"
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