I don't know if you simply want on-off or mood lighting. but I do day-night sessions.
I control the overheads with a cheap B&D remote relay and wireless controller.
My layout has a light sensor that's on a detector input.
JMRI takes care of layout light and animation features based upon that sensor.
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Ken
NYNH&H, Old Colony Division, Cape Cod Branch (1949-1959)
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