Real Snow,
The MRC interfaces to JMRI ok. One issue to consider with signaling is the
need to have:
1. Some way to detect where trains are on the tracks.
2. Some way to know which direction the turnouts are set.
3. Some way to control some of the turnouts remotely.
4. Some way to set the signals.
I don't think MRC has anything for #1 and I'm not sure of #2. They do
directly support #3 and #4. So you may find you have to mix some other types
of interfaces to cover all the needs. One example would be a LocoBuffer and
some of the many interface boards from RR-CirKits. JMRI is just fine mixing
many different systems for different uses so this would work with your MRC
controlling the trains. There are a number of other systems out there for
the rest of your signaling needs and you should check around to see what
provides your needs bet.
-Ken Cameron, Member JMRI Dev Team
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Ken Cameron