As I said on a previous post using double pole double throw toggle switches to control the Tortoise switch machines and the bicolor LED's as shown on the instruction sheet that comes with the Tortoises give you a visual idea as to how the switches are positioned. A control panel can be simple or highly decorated, but a simple diagram of your layout using auto pin striping tape interrupted by 1/4 inch holes for the toggles and the led's as well as simple toggles to control power to your sidings works flawlessly. No fancy electronics. If you want a walk around throttle us the Lionel or MTH hand held units. The control panel also allows for placement of accessory control switches. Here are some pics from one of my 37 year old panels. Nothing fancy, just functional work stations. I try to adhere to the KISS principle. (Keep it simple, Stupid)
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