@Salvagni posted:What is the least expensive way to use the lionel fastrack remote switches wirelessly? I typically just run one or two lionchief trains at a time and i am not sure about the command system if that is too advanced.
By wirelessly, must the switch control be "integrated" into the same train-control user-interface?
IF a single user-interface (train and switches) is NOT an absolute requirement, I'd think the least expensive method is to use a DIY multi-channel remote control relay module which comes with a garage-door opener like fob.
Obviously, in above example, the two user interfaces means two physical remote controls which is an understandable disadvantage.
A related two user interface method would be a WiFi version of the above.
In this case there is no handheld remote fob. Instead you install an application on your tablet. But again it would be two user interfaces. At least in this case the two interfaces reside on the same device (tablet). A slight variant is Amazon has a WiFi relay module like this that listens to Alexa if you use that. So still two user interfaces - tablet for train control, speaking to Alexa for switch control.
