Yes, every device (switch, light, etc.) you want to control through the DCC system needs a decoder. So it is an added expense, but you can mix and match decoders for the features you need or want. There are some simple ones and some more complicated ones that can handle some things like routes (for switches) within the decoder or have circuitry to drive servos, etc.
Accessory decoders use a separate addressing scheme from mobile (loco) decoders, so there is no overlap. Loco address 100 is different from switch address 100. Dave Heine Easton, PA -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of pickycat95 Sent: Tuesday, August 28, 2012 2:27 PM To: [email protected] Subject: {S-Scale List} Re: Questions questions questions! This accessory decoder seems like a really good way to go. Is it correct to assume that every accessory whether powered directly with DCC power or accessory power needs a decoder? Otherwise how will the device 'know' the system is telling it do something? Ben Trousdale ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/S-Scale/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: [email protected] [email protected] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [email protected] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
