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 I have been using the NCE since it first came out and now have radio. Jim periodacally updates the firmware and the cabs are the easiest to use. The starter systems dont let you grow very much and then you pay again for the the next size up. That is false economy in my book. I am not sorry I bought it and my layout is 7'x11' Two at most 3 can operate it until I expand it. Then I will be able to have 1 to 2 more operators plus a dispatcher. What ever system you buy make sure it is easy to switch between at least two trains. That is a plus for Digitrax - they have the 2 knobs for 2 trains. NCE can recall 6. A second item you need in any DCC system is the ability to use 4 digit addressing. Who in hell wants to remember that loco No. 2114 is engine No 5 in DCC?? A third item that is very nice is being able to control your turnouts or other accessories right from your cab with stationary decoders. Can't do that with the Prodigy system I bet. I'll soon be able to control my room lighting and layout lighting right from my cab. Have fun - DCC is fun and it is COOL!
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