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Projects: Ideas and Advice

  • 31-07-2011 7:05pm
    #1
    L.Jenkins
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 19,240 Mod ✭✭✭✭


    It might seem like I'm spamming the forum, but I thought I'd start a thread dedicated to peoples projects. Whether it be for advice, to show it off or simply where to start.

    I have a project in mind, but it's of the Electronics and Computer building area. I'm hoping to build a set top box for digital TV. A quick run down of what I'd like to use is:
    • Suitable Linux OS or Windows 7 if all else fails.
    • Mini Case and Mini ITX
    • External Power supply to keep size to an absolute minimum.
    • 500GB/1TB harddrive (For recording)
    • Suitable card, TV tuner
    • Possible remote control, IR technology (Would prefer not have to keep getting up off the couch the whole time)
    So does anyone else have projects in mind or need help?


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  • #2
    Private Snafu
    Registered Users Posts: 1,815 ✭✭✭Private Snafu


    I've a smallish project I'm looking into, but need some help sourcing a couple of servos. I'd ideally like to pick them up locally (but not for extortionate amounts), anyone any ideas? Cheers :)


  • #3
    L.Jenkins
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 19,240 Mod ✭✭✭✭L.Jenkins


    What kind of project are you working on or have in mind?

    Edit: This link may be of use.

    http://radionics.rs-online.com/web/c/?sra=oss&searchTerm=servos&x=0&y=0


  • #4
    Private Snafu
    Registered Users Posts: 1,815 ✭✭✭Private Snafu


    Sorry, I should have been more specific, im ideally looking for RC Servos :)

    As for the project, it's a small automation project. It'll be my first project of this kind so I'm starting of small :)


  • #5
    L.Jenkins
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 19,240 Mod ✭✭✭✭L.Jenkins


    Here, had a quick browse and this might help.

    http://www.hitecrcd.com/


  • #6
    Sputnik
    Registered Users Posts: 194 ✭✭Sputnik


    Suitable Linux OS or Windows 7 if all else fails.

    Myth TV is supposed to be good, albeit complicated.


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  • #7
    L.Jenkins
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 19,240 Mod ✭✭✭✭L.Jenkins


    Yeah I was informed of that option :D I'll try out a few if that doesn't work. Want to keep it as cheap and cheer full as possible.


  • #8
    qubix
    Registered Users Posts: 13 ✭qubix


    Have a looksy here for parts. http://robots.ie/resources/where-to-buy-parts

    I usually get R/C servos off ebay, you can buy them in model shops but generally quite expensive.


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