I have an MTH Z-1000 Transformer and currently one MTH Loco. I can get the train running using variable voltage on the track. Works fine. Bells, Whistle, etc. I want to set the power once and control the train using command/Control/DCS. Do I only need to procure the the handheld controller? New to O-Scale so I'm coming up to speed. Thanks for any guidance.
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You need a TIU and either a handheld or the WIU and a smart device.
You can also use the DCS Explorer, DCS Commander, or DCS Remote Commander rather than a TIU and handheld or the TIU, WIU, and smart device. However, these are all much more limited and not expansion-friendly.
Thanks Andy. Do you think anyone will pick up making new TIUs? Do they have limited runs? The price for the TIU and HH is running between $800-$1000 used on eBay.
New TIU's from MTH are on the horizon. Get one on preorder.
@Maxandy posted:Thanks Andy. Do you think anyone will pick up making new TIUs? Do they have limited runs? The price for the TIU and HH is running between $800-$1000 used on eBay.
While the prices are high these days, don't pay that much! Watch the train auctions, Trainz and other reputable dealers, and the f/s section on the forum - you will find a set for a much lower price. A division of the "new" MTH is supposed to make a new wifi version of the TIU soon, but it will use the app for control, not a dedicated remote (plenty of debate about that elsewhere on the forum).
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