John-NYBW My Lenz LH100 controller/throttle is starting to act funky. I'm going to look at a few lengthy YouTube videos on repairing the LH100 but if that doesn't work out, I will need to order a replacement.
My Lenz LH100 controller/throttle is starting to act funky. I'm going to look at a few lengthy YouTube videos on repairing the LH100 but if that doesn't work out, I will need to order a replacement.
Lenz are bulletproof and they wrote the DCC working standard (as well as created DCC) That said, they haven't advanced much since I got back into the hobby 18 years ago. There are much easier sets to use now a days for less money. I paid nearly $500 for my set 100. That money could replace a pretty large sized layout these days.BUT if you have your heart set on Lenz, or have a large investment, I would opt for one of the 3rd party options including JMRI with WiThrottle. It will certainly be more user friendly then what Lenz offers in handhelds.
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wrench567 John. You can give Lichfield Station a call too. They still stock some Lenz equipment. I still have my LH90 throttle from the former club I was in. I loved using it for controlling and was the best throttle to use for switching. Haven't used it in over a decade. I'm not sure if the LH100 is still available. Pete.
John.
You can give Lichfield Station a call too. They still stock some Lenz equipment. I still have my LH90 throttle from the former club I was in. I loved using it for controlling and was the best throttle to use for switching. Haven't used it in over a decade. I'm not sure if the LH100 is still available.
Pete.
My guess is your are right about the LH100. It looks like the LH101 has replaced it an it has a knob for a throttle instead of push buttons for acceleration and deceleration. Other than that, it looks like it has all the other function keys as the LH100.
MisterBeasley I am also a Lenz user, and have been for years. Unfortunately, my Lenz throttles are showing signs of age, too. I have a pair of CVP radio frequency throttes. CVP makes throttles for several different manufacturers, including Lenz. I like the freedom of an untethered throttle, but it doesn't give me the option of programming decoders. I also have one of the older LH90 hand-helds, which has fewer buttons for functions and has a rotating dial for speed control. I greatly prefer the pushbuttons to the dial. I find the dial inconvenient when switching locomotives, and seldom use this throttle. I would call Tony's trains and ask if they can get you another LH100, or if they still support Lenz. They may not advertise it. That would be low-volume work. Keep us posted on your progress.
I am also a Lenz user, and have been for years. Unfortunately, my Lenz throttles are showing signs of age, too.
I have a pair of CVP radio frequency throttes. CVP makes throttles for several different manufacturers, including Lenz. I like the freedom of an untethered throttle, but it doesn't give me the option of programming decoders. I also have one of the older LH90 hand-helds, which has fewer buttons for functions and has a rotating dial for speed control. I greatly prefer the pushbuttons to the dial. I find the dial inconvenient when switching locomotives, and seldom use this throttle.
I would call Tony's trains and ask if they can get you another LH100, or if they still support Lenz. They may not advertise it. That would be low-volume work.
Keep us posted on your progress.
I have the CVP throttles too but I need the LH100 for programming and that is where I am running into spordadic problems. I've dropped the LH100 a few too many times and I think it has taken its toll. I only use the LH100 as a throttle for yard switching. The LH101 looks like it is an adequate replacement but I need to be sure it is compatible with the system.
As for Tony's, their products web page has a filter for manufacturers and the don't even list Lenz anymore. It does no good to call them because everybody is working from home now and all you do is leave a message and wait several days for them to get back to you.
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Hello All,
Have you checked out this site...
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Hope this helps.
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My first problem is finding a dealer in the US. Tony's Trains used to deal in Lenz but now their website no longer lists any Lenz products. My google searches have turned up several sites that also seem not to carry Lenz anymore. Does anyone know what authorized Lenz dealers there are in the US.
My second problem is that even on ebay there are no listings for LH100s new or used. I see listings for the LH101 which looks to be an upgrade from the LH100 which had a push button throttle. The LH101 has a knob which to me is preferable. I'm guessing the LH101 is a replacement for the LH100 but I'd like to confirm that before ordering one since I'll be spending over $200 for one.