REMOTE OR WIFI

I actually prefer the WIFI although I use it with an Android tablet not a phone.  The displays are very convenient and intuitive, and best of all the special function keys are on their own display spelled out.  I don't have to remember three letter codes and I can read them without my glasses!  I don't find either one to be glitch free, but that pretty much describes all electronic devices in today's world including my automobiles.

Rolland

I prefer the remote.

I've used both. I prefer the app over the remote. For me I find it easier to use. That being said I currently just have the remote. I haven't sprung for a WIU yet. I will end up doing that at some point, along with the premium app (I run all my TMCC and DCS locomotives from the DCS remote).

gunrunnerjohn posted:

I prefer the remote.

Thank you John I do to.

I personally like the remote better it is less problematic then the wifi

Alan, please read your post.

I like using the app. No problems on my Pixel 3, although I do plan on installing on one of the android tablets my family has lying around. I was not impressed with the remote, I don't wish to remember codes and quite honestly, I think it looks a little too much like an AT&T cable remote. However, I do plan on eventually getting adding LCS to the layout and investing in some Lionel engines, and at that time, I think I will use their remote for train control as I think it looks nice and adds some tactile fun. For switch control, I will get an iPad and use the LCS app as I like the user interface a lot on that!

John H posted:

Alan, please read your post.

I'll be using the LCS for my layout, I will have all DZ2500 switch machines with Ross switches.  I'll be able to get positive feedback on switch position as Lionel has created a compatible device the CSM2.

This is easy. Don't have a remote and Wi-Fi looks great on the kindle screen.

I have the app on my phone and Ipad but I still prefer the remote control.  Your phone can still receive calls while the app is being used also your phone can go to sleep if you don;t do anything from a time.  I see this as asking for a wreck.  I have to use two controls, as it is, because DCS cannot control Fastrack CC switches.

gunrunnerjohn posted:

I prefer the remote.

X 2

Sold my wifi  bought another remote

Clem

It's the app for me. Devices sizes vary to custom fit what size of screen you want. My current app device (of many) is a Motorola razr M. It weighs 4.4 ounces which is much less than the DCS remote and it's footprint is very small (2.5" x 5" x 0.33"), it fits very nicely in my shirt pocket. As this phone is no longer activated with any carriers, it will never ring an interrupt app operation. No more remembering all of those three letter acronyms and full functional virtual keyboard is much better than the scrolling your thumb wheel to death. Total cost for this remote with the one time app upgrade was $40.

I prefer the app on a 10" android tablet. Tried the remote a couple of times but found it confusing and complicated trying to figure out the buttons and menus. So I have a brand new remote not used. So easy to page between screens to make control functions.

I must confess that I was a bit hesitant regarding the app.   That being said, I've been running a Samsung Tab A 10.1 with the premium app and as I get more acclimated to the app, I kinda like it.   However, I do occasionally use the remote.

Chief Bob (Retired)  

we have had some issues with app.  but can work through them,  We have 5 TIU's  are there any issues using the app and  one or two remotes if  all TIU settings are the same.?   The remote may have a different engine number  would all engine number have to be the same? 

I find that I am using the App for MTH/DCS control, and the Lionel remote for Legacy/TMCC control.  I would like to use the App to control Legacy/TMCC but I am not there yet.  

Remote.