| Thinking of adding a new dimension to your model | | | | This is ideal for placement behind scenery with |
| railroad? Maybe you've already designed a | | | | little height since the cable is easily hidden out of |
| spectacular scenario, complete with varying lighting | | | | sight.o To light billboards, streetlights and even |
| effects and are looking for a new idea to | | | | railroad crossing lightso Small headlights for |
| incorporate? We have ideas that just might light | | | | automobiles |
| the way when you're ready to take it to the | | | | It's all about creativity. You're limited only by your |
| next level. | | | | imagination. Few things allow us to "write our own |
| Removed or Overhead Lighting - These lights are | | | | rules", but when it comes to designing Bachmann |
| what you have in your room to showcase your | | | | trains or any model railroad, you, as its owner, |
| model railroad. These lighting sources, sometimes | | | | are allowed complete creative liberty. Keep in |
| referred to as track lighting, should showcase the | | | | mind too that nothing's permanent. If one method |
| project in its entirety. One idea is the inclusion of | | | | doesn't create the desired effect, it's easily |
| strip lighting with adjustable heads that allow you | | | | changed or moved around. Too many times, we |
| to shine the light on any particular area. Consider | | | | get tunnel vision and forget the countless other |
| adding a dimmer switch to the room's overhead | | | | ways to recreate a scene or design a layout for |
| lighting too. It's a great way to define the light - if | | | | our model railroad. |
| you're working with small pieces from Bachmann | | | | Lighting that Varies with Your Train's Speed - |
| trains, the brighter light will reduce eye strain or if | | | | Sometimes you may notice your locomotive's |
| you're showing off your masterpiece, by dimming | | | | light varies depending on the speed of its motion. |
| the lights, you can change the effect of your | | | | If you've run into this, consider incorporating |
| presentation. | | | | diodes or resistors to ensure its light is consistent. |
| Why Would I Even Want to Modify the Lighting? | | | | Although many find a way to insert batteries, |
| There are a few reasons for using adjustable | | | | keep in mind it can be bulky and awkward trying |
| lighting sources:o To recreate dawn or dusk | | | | to fit it into the allocated space. Remember to |
| scenes - consider using low watt pink or blue | | | | wear safety goggles and use caution when |
| bulbs. They can be found in hobby shops or | | | | working with electricity. And finally, don't forget to |
| hardware stores. Alternatively, electroluminescent | | | | use your creativity. |
| cable lighting can be used with the same effect. | | | | |