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I have watched and read a lot of posts, that go back and forth, about the best way to get into DCC, and what unit to use. As with other hobbies I have started during my life, I have always started at the bottom or entry level, and took that level to it's maximum. Then with all the information and knowledge I had gathered, from this entry level, I transferred to the next level. I felt very secure moving up, as I knew all the shortcomings of the entry level unit, and what features I wanted on the next level unit. I felt very secure moving up, as I knew all the shortcomings of the entry level unit, and what features I wanted on the next level unit. From what I can tell about DCC, you won't have to start all over again, as some of the decoders will work with others you might purchase. Also, all the work on the track and switches won't be lost... Now, with all this history in mind, I enter into the land of DCC with Caution. Being retired and on a fixed income, I can't afford to make any mistakes. From what I have heard and read, you just about get what you pay for in DCC. The more bucks, the more features, and the more knowledge required to use it. I am a big fan of "KISS, and I don't mean the rock group. "Keep it Simple Stupid". Personally I am thinking of going with the entry level Prodigy from MRC. I have owned many MRC products over the years and have been very happy with them. They are not a Mom and Pop operation, but a large corporation who has been in business many years. The only problem I have with the Mom and Pop or One owner operation is, what if the owner should pass away? Will someone take over for him? Will you be able to get parts and service anymore? I know the answer to all of this from personal experience. Either the company no longer does business or it is tied up in the courts forever, and you are STUCK If there are some problems with the Prodigy that I haven't heard of, I would appreciate a post on it. I know it has limitations, but I have not heard of any major problems with the unit. Once I have mastered this unit and have increased my knowledge of DCC, I will probably move up to a Digatrax. Or, Maybe not. I have a very small HO Layout, with no room for further expansion. This entry level unit just might be the thing for me? Bob
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