Comments on: Software to Capture Layout Data

By: BOXCAR WILLY

BOXCAR WILLY — Sun, 03 Nov 2013 16:45:02 +0000

In reply to Robin. I've been using this Product for about 5 yrs. & I like it alot. It's easy 2 use, & I like the the way U enter UR Products. Boxcar Willy,

By: Bud Meyer

Bud Meyer — Sat, 02 Nov 2013 04:03:31 +0000

I created my own database using an inexpensive product called HanDBase by DDH Software. I first created the database on a Palm W handheld which was migrated to a Palm based mobile phone to a Windows based mobile phone and finally to my current Android based mobile phone. This product also has a ‘desktop’ support system for both Windows and MAC. This allows you to ‘sync’ up the data between your mobile and the PC. I have used this product which allows easy addition of new fields in a very short timeframe (minutes, and it updates all records). My current database contains 18 files for the various types of railroad cars and 13 tables used to reduce typing time (coupler types, RR Logos, RR Names, etc.). You can export and import data in different formats easily as well.

By: Robin

Robin — Sat, 02 Nov 2013 03:47:59 +0000

I found a free version of a program called Yard Office you can try it for free with the basics activated, but to do reports, and print outs you need to buy the full version.

By: Han de Roos

Han de Roos — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 20:38:39 +0000

In reply to Mr George Albert Archer. I agree with Mr. George Albert Archer take a look at EMRI. There is a bit of a learning curve, but I use it regularly.

By: Chris Manvell

Chris Manvell — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 23:06:23 +0000

I use a large spreadsheet. In it, I log prototype data, manufacturer’s data, purchase info and general notes. There are separate sheets for railcars, locos, sets, carriages, wagons. It catalogues some 1200 items. For Z scale, I use just one sheet as I have a lot less of that. It will, in time, be linked to a second sheet carring detailed technical info of locos. If you are interested, pm me on facebook under my name above followed by “UWIST”.

By: Mr George Albert Archer

Mr George Albert Archer — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 18:13:26 +0000

Try Easy Model Railroad Inventory from RCL Software It allows you to inventory each item in your collection with photos and also allows you to set up your “trains” and their locations and also includes a fast clock.