graz posted:Yes, I think we were talking about two diff aspects of LCS
not sure why exact track pieces would be an issue- the diagram just needs to be an approximation of the actual track work
i never have really found a compelling use for the sensor tracks - still waiting to see that.
The LCS iPad App seems to have been orphaned by Lionel. No upgrades that I am aware of. The layout diagram is only there so you can visually see what switch you are activating. You can also throw Atlas switches with the App if they are wired to an ASC2. The only reason I would ever use the App is to activate switches. It is much easier to press a switch icon on the mock up of your layout than it is to remember what the switch number is when controlling them with a Cab2. The iPad screen also shows red and green to indicate the switch position. I have never used the Sensor Track, but my understanding is that the RECORD function operates the same way as the RECORD function does on the Cab2. I use RECORD on the Cab2 to choreograph startup, speed changes, bell, horn, etc for an automated run. I then loop the recording so that it will repeat the entire programmed events. Although switch changes can be included in the recording, I don't include switch throws because the distance the train travels between the programmed events is not exactly the same each time the program is run. My understanding is the Sensor Track can correct those distance errors so that you can reliably program switch activations into the recording so you could automatically change routes.
