[neil_s_wood]

QUOTE (Phil Leigh @ 2 Oct 2007, 02:42) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>What decoders should I use for the tortoise and what else do I need? Phil
You will needs two diodes and screws to instal it as Tortoise don't supply them. These work quite well with DCC and are quite reliable I've found. I did an atricle about slow action point motors in DCC in my blog last month. Some of the information may be useful to you.

 

[neil_s_wood]

QUOTE (Phil Leigh @ 4 Oct 2007, 04:15) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Thanks guys - that was very helpful.

I'll get a tortoise and a fulgarex and try them out on my "prototyping layout" (ie a bit of wood).
I didn't quite follow what decoder I would require...a regular one presumably and not a "point decoder"? - is that right?
Cheers
Phil
You will need a point decoder but make sure it's one that deals with motors rather than just snap action motors. The Lenz LS150 is good and it allows you to determine the time of power to the motor. LDT do two different ones, one for snap action and one for motors. I'm sure there are many others just check the manual first to ensure it will handle motors.