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<P>With DC you can but its a real hassle. You need two power supplies and you need to divide your track into any number of blocks depending on the size of the layout. Then you need switches to select which power supply controls a given block. If you forget to throw those switches it can be real mess. Not to mention the birds nest of wire it takes to do this on a large layout. Basically you are running around throwing switches just trying to keep the two trains running and you dont get to enjoy the trains themselves you are "running the track, not the trains".</P> <P>With DCC, select the adresses and go. No switches, wiring is greatly simplified and you get to "run the trains". Not to mention all the goodies like sound and consisting and advanced lighting etc. etc. etc.</P> <P>The choice is clear in my mind[:)].</P> <P>Dont be too intimidated by cost either, a Bachmann system is very basic but works well, and it comes with a decoder-equipped engine included. It can be had for around $80. I run a Digitrax Zephyr which cost $150 and have expanded it to meet the needs of my growing layout. The $80 Bachmann system is a good place to start though.</P>
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