Google translate of the PDF gives
"The RC3 wireless handheld controller L55017 and RC3 wireless receiver L55057 introduced some time ago
are expected by many customers. A delivery with our cooperation partner was still ahead
Aiming for the end of 2020.
Unfortunately we have to inform you that we are removing the two RC3 items from the range. The
prototypes submitted by our partner do not meet the requirements. We have
therefore decided not to pursue the proposed solution any further.
The desire for a radio-based control unit remains unchanged, so we have each other
determined to immediately initiate an in-house development.
The planned new radio control device is based on and therefore based on the familiar operating philosophy
to our successful Mobile Station 2 designed as a radio-based, wireless control device. The
Control is implemented with software based on WLAN and with many other products of the
Märklin / TRIX / LGB Welt compatible.
By using WLAN, several participants in the same WLAN network can use the
Control model railroad. This promises great fun together. The network capability allows
perfect interaction with other network-compatible products from the Märklin / TRIX / LGB
Surroundings. An additionally purchased RC3 receiver (L55057) is not required with this solution
required, a CS2 or CS3 as receiving device and control center must be available. The
Integration of older LGB control devices such as B. the speed controller (L51079) is for analog operation
not possible with this new technology.
The fundamental rebuilding allows the use of a modern processor with reserves
for future extensions. Modern development tools allow us an advanced
Further development. For you this means:
Like all Märklin command stations and control units, the radio control unit can also be updated. This
guarantees you a long service life.
And best of all: We will be selling the new control unit at an introductory price of € 199
(recommended retail price).
We are working flat out on the new development, ask for your understanding
additional delay and thank you in advance for your patience. An idea is in the
3rd quarter 2021 planned, we plan to deliver in the 2nd quarter 2022.
We take the liberty of canceling your existing orders for L55017. The radio receiver L55057
will also be canceled without replacement, as this will no longer be necessary in the future.
We will contact you directly through your sales advisor with detailed information in due course."
So the already announced items aimed at the LGB market haven't come to fruition, so they are starting again!