On another thread here talking about Wireless systems it was stated that there are issue with DCC about delivering track power and the implication is that DC does a better job.  Not wanting to high jack that thread I am starting this one.  

I guess I have to ask the question then.

Is .1 to 12 volt variable DC better at providing power to trains (assuming HO) then 14 volt Pulsed DC (DCC)?  

And it appears for many folks both here and on other forums that they think the answer is YES.

REALLY?  For whom?  and WHY?

I am seriously considering a DCC set up for a new layout I'm currently working on however, I'm very old school when it comes to all of this modern day technology in the hobby?  Also being very frugal (not by choice) in my abilities to enter into the world of DCC operation, would it be possible to get what is needed to start this project for $500 which would include one DCC equipped diesel locomotive???  I know that's not much when it comes to funding a DCC operation but, I'm told I can get a complete starter set for roughly $200 and the left over $300 should buy

Hi All

I have an N-Scale Kato F3 with a Digitrax DN163K0b and Richmond Controls LEDs. My question is how do I set up a lower headlight 'Gyralight?' The decoder mentions that it's FX3. I looked up the programming how-to's on the Digitrax site, but I'm still confused. I know there'll be soldering to the pads on the decoder, but how do I program a function (I'm using NCE by the way) to turn on the Gyralight?

Thanks!