We at Lionel are very excited by the creative software work being done by the wider model train community. The Legacy Command and Layout Control System protocol can be used to write code and send both TMCC and LEGACY commands to their train layout. Those who would like to connect to the Legacy and LCS systems or directly control the features of LCS products like SensorTrack can request detailed protocol information through the LCS Partner Program.
Today, LCS Partners are helping to grow and enhance the Layout Control System. Each developer brings their own unique perspective to software-based control of your layout. And there’s room for more! Interested individuals, clubs, and companies are all welcome. Are you interested? Please send an email and we’ll get back to you with details. Write us at: lcs-dev-support(at)lionel.com and please replace the (at) with the @ symbol before you send.
LCS Partner Showcase #
Read on to learn about LCS Partner products AVAILABLE NOW for iOS, Android and Windows-based personal computers!
High Rail #
High Rail for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch allows you to control your Lionel Legacy Engines and Lionel LCS SensorTracks like never before. The idea is simple. You want to control your Lionel Legacy engine without having to stare at your device. High Rail’s innovative gesture control feature allows you to control your engine’s most common features without having to hunt for a little button.
Above, High Rail shown running on iPad. In the left area of the screen, you can see the Engine roster with optional custom styles. Drag your fingers over the area on the right to operate High Rail’s unique gestural locomotive control.
Above, High Rail’s engine style page shown running on iPhone or iPod Touch. Engine Styles give each locomotive icon a unique appearance for quicker identification.
High Rail still has great LCS Module and SensorTrack features. For example, you can view a full inventory of all connected LCS modules and control your LCS SensorTracks directly from the app, without having to press the track’s buttons.
eTrain Command Console (L) #
eTrain Command Console (L) is a Windows-based software program that works with your TMCC, Base-1L, Legacy, and Base3 bases and most LCS modules. Developed by LCS partner Harvy A. Ackermans, this great program is loaded with Legacy features for controlling all Engine types, Lash-ups, as well as providing specific support for Crane Cars, Station Sounds Diners, Vision Freight Sounds Cars and more. It also operates Switches, Routes, and Accessories. The program’s unique “scenario” feature lets you record as many scenarios as you want up to 10,000 commands each.
eTrain Command Console (L) is compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11. Please click here for a full list of features, system requirements, and purchasing information. Find out even more by reading the FAQ’s and the User’s Guide.
Here are a couple screen shots from this great program:
Also available is the optional companion eTrain Command Mobile, an Android App which works in conjunction with the eTrain Command Console (L) running on your PC. Using this app, you can control TMCC and Legacy Engines, Lash-ups, Switches, Routes and Accessories wirelessly from your Android device.
Here are a couple screen shots from this great app:
