I'm looking at purchasing a DCC starter system in the future and I was hoping to get some opinions. I'm primarily considering between the Digitrax Chief II and Lenz 01 Professional Set. Cost really isn't an issue as I will have a couple of months to save for it and I would rather err on the side of too much for now versus not enough for later. These seem to be the two most popular systems on the market, although I know that other companies are offering sets. However, I don't know if all of them have the interoperability that Digitrax and Lenz do.
Also, while we are on the subject, what are your opinions on decoders? Digitrax supposedly has the most advanced design, but Lenz has an excellent warranty that covers mistakes by the installer. Plug-and-play or drop in decoders are preferable to the SIY (solder it yourself) kind, but only the high quality (and price) engines have circuit boards.
I appreciate any advice or opinions you have!
Also, while we are on the subject, what are your opinions on decoders? Digitrax supposedly has the most advanced design, but Lenz has an excellent warranty that covers mistakes by the installer. Plug-and-play or drop in decoders are preferable to the SIY (solder it yourself) kind, but only the high quality (and price) engines have circuit boards.
I appreciate any advice or opinions you have!