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<p>First off, the last time i had an HO layout was almost 20 years ago and i was pretty young, so all this neat DCC and complicated wiring either did not exist or was beyond my reach. now i'm dying to get back in, and from what i've read it sounds like i need some good power sources for all the different little things that eventually might get added. </p><p>Here's my question, what do i use for say, the power supply running accessories such as lighted buildings, or one running only switch machines (unless its easier to run these from the track blocks?)?? i'm assuming that for a larger layout i want seperate power sources for the track, and others for lights and signals, etc. now the theoretical part, couldn't i just use a 12v transformer like the kind used for low-voltage outdoor lights? its got a built in timer, can handle a variety of wattage, couldn't this work to power at least lighting inside buildings and whatnot, with the addition of whatever resisters may be needed to keep from blowing out bulbs? someone help me out, because i am far from an electrical engineer!! thanks a bunch</p><p>Dominic Miele </p>
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