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LEGO® Power Functions IR Speed Remote Control

LEGO® Power Functions IR Speed Remote Control4.21875.
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Take command of your LEGO® models with this remote control. Add a LEGO Power Functions IR Receiver, battery box and motors (sold separately) to your LEGO creations, and then use this handy remote control to control the speed!
  • Features a 4-channel, 7-speed, infrared remote control!
  • Use the jog wheels to control your motor speed!
  • Requires 3 AAA (1.5v) batteries, not included.
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LEGO® Power Functions IR Speed Remote Control
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Overall RatingAverage rating4.2out of 5 stars
(32 Reviews)
81% would recommend this product.

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Level of DifficultyAverage rating2.6out of 5 stars
Value for MoneyAverage rating4out of 5 stars
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  • September 13th, 2009
    Average rating5out of 5 stars
    So Versatile its unvelievable
    | 25-34
    I would recommend this to a friend!
    It took quite some time to get used to but with perseverence it will make sence the more you use it. Got it originally for rate control for the Emerald Night set which really brings the set to life but then moved over to the motorised Technic Bulldoser and some of my own creations. The variable speed control brings so much to your power functions that the on/off switches of older controllers simply cannot provide. To understand the full benefit you need to see the system in operation however simply imagine the motion of a train pulling out of a station, it is slow and gradual as it builds up momentum. Similarly its arrival at the platform is a slow delcine in momentum. That is exactly what this controller brings - control over the rate of animation. The red buttons act as an emergency stop which you will use an awful lot as you get used to it . Contrary to uncertainties in my earlier review for the future of the standard remote controller, this does not render the old unit obsolete. It does infact complement it rather well. Some items such as lights and in some installations, actuators, work better with a simple on/off function. The old controller and new speed remote controller clip together really well to form a console and together they are infact greater than the sum of their parts. Buy it and you may be frustrated to begin with, however, have patience and continue to experiment with its application, as the rewards will bring your Lego to life. Excellent work Lego 10/10
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  • December 18th, 2016
    Average rating5out of 5 stars
    Works, when using right batteries
    | 45-54
    I would recommend this to a friend!
    Purchased for: Son
    I added power functions to the Holiday Train my son and I put together. I was getting very frustrated when I could not get it to work. Removing the IR receiver allowed it to work, but who wants to hit the button on the battery to stop it. It turned out to be the batteries - Duracell batteries do NOT work in the remote - the terminals are slightly shorter than those on Eveready. Lego needs to make a slight adjustment to their battery compartment so it will work with Duracells.
    Play ExperienceAverage rating5out of 5 stars
    Level of DifficultyAverage rating2out of 5 stars
    Value for MoneyAverage rating4out of 5 stars
    Building Experience: Advanced LEGO builder
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  • August 1st, 2010
    Average rating5out of 5 stars
    A Must Have for any Lego Train Buyer
    | 14-18
    I would recommend this to a friend!
    With this remote, you can control 4 Emerald Night trains, or 8 Passenger Train or Cargo Trains. In other words, you can run four trains with both lights and motor action, or eight trains with only motor power. It uses the battery power very efficiently, too, only using it when you turn the knobs. (I've had a remote for 8 months so far with the same batteries in it) Because of this feature, there isn't an on/off switch. Great price, too. It greatly enhances the play experience of the Emerald Night, or maybe a custom train of yours.
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  • March 13th, 2017
    Average rating5out of 5 stars
    Great Product
    | 45-54
    I would recommend this to a friend!
    Purchased for: Son
    Pretty self-explanatory. Works well. Not too expensive. You need an IR Receiver to use this product.
    Play ExperienceAverage rating5out of 5 stars
    Level of DifficultyAverage rating1out of 5 stars
    Value for MoneyAverage rating5out of 5 stars
    Build Time: 15 mins
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