@geepboy posted:What is the absolute minimum required equipment necessary to run LC+2.0
I've read a lot of posts and I think I understand but before I go and make a stupid and costly mistake please advise.
I think it's a :
1) LC+2.0 equipped locomotive
2) Power for the track like a CW-80
3) An universal controller
...and that's it.
Is my understanding correct?
Dan
Your list is fine and you are good to go, you don't need anything else to get started.
Not to give you options paralysis, but a quick note on control: LC+2.0 engines have numerous means you can control them with. The Universal Remote you mention is a great option (I bought two before I got a Legacy remote). However, if you need to pinch pennies, you can still run the LC+2.0 engines using just a CW-80 by running the engine in conventional mode. The caveat here is if you want to maintain control of your engine you will need to stay at the transformer. For all the control options, here is a LC+2.0 engine listing on Lionel's website, which includes all the ways you can control.
I recommend the Universal Remote over transformer control so that you can maintain control while you walk around. The remote also makes it easier to expand your roster, you can control pretty much any LionChief engine and Bluetooth Legacy engine. Even if you decide to go with a Legacy or older TMCC remote in the future, you can keep the Universal remote as a simple control for guests/children or for a Christmas layout.
