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Installing low voltage lighting is really pretty easy. There are some simple rules to follow for the basic setup, and away you go.
I like mounting the transformer either in the garage or in the basement - somewhere away from the elements, and curious kids.
Just make sure the transformer has some kind of overload protection - don't want too much juice flowing if a short exists somewhere. On that topic, don't be afraid to use mix fixture brands, and transformer brands, for that matter.
My local supplier likes selling transformers with a digital timer, but those things are just begging for callbacks - nobody can figure out how to operate them. Stick to analog if you can, otherwise bake a few timer setting visits into the price.
Brands around here: Nightscaping, Kichler, FX.
They may offer a starter kit - lights, and other goodies to give that live demonstration to aid in the sales process. Don't know if it's worth it, as I've never tried it. But I believe it's expensive.
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