NEW - Programmable LED Flasher/Sequencer - "Mini-Flash" !
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NEW - Programmable LED Flasher/Sequencer - "Mini-Flash" !
[size=4]Latest Programmable LED Flasher/Sequencer called the "Mini-Flash" !
Check it out at: http://www.diyrc.com/RC-14c.html
This project, called "Mini-Flash", is a programmable LED Sequencer/Flasher that is based around the PICAXE 08M microcontroller. It is basically a spin-off of the Pro-Flash Programmable LED Flasher/Sequencer which is based around the larger Picaxe 18X microcontroller. The Mini-Flash sports the same features as the larger Pro-Flash controller, with the only difference being it can only control 4 LED channels instead of 8. This neat controller is programmable in a BASIC-like language very similar to the "Basic Stamp" manufactured by Parallax Inc. This project also includes the ability to reprogram the LED sequencer using a PC-based (i.e. Windows) program that includes a unique and intuitive Graphical User Interface. In fact, the servo lead which is normally plugged into a spare channel for control, is also used to reprogram the Mini-Flash flasher/sequencer via a computer's serial port (9-pin) connection and programming cable.
The free downloadable programming software also allows the user to "test" the LED sequence they develop by use of software-based graphical representations of the 4 LED channels. The sequence speed can also be programmed by the user. Each sequence contains 50 events and each of the 4 LED channels can be either ON or OFF for every events. If the user wants to develop a sequence with fewer events, this can also easily be programmed.
As if these are not enough features, the "Mini-Flash" also includes a control for each of the 4 channels that allows the user to use an R/C servo output (from a R/C receiver) as a "switch" control. This feature allows the user to control (active or inactive) each of the 4 channels in regards to the position of the servo control input. If the user uses a stick/slider as the servo input, the user will be able to define one of 16 "Zone" settings for each LED channel.
Read more about the Mini-Flash's operation by viewing the User's Manual !
[link=http://www.diyrc.com/miniflash-usersmanual.html]Mini-Flash User's Manual[/link]
Check it out at: http://www.diyrc.com/RC-14c.html
This project, called "Mini-Flash", is a programmable LED Sequencer/Flasher that is based around the PICAXE 08M microcontroller. It is basically a spin-off of the Pro-Flash Programmable LED Flasher/Sequencer which is based around the larger Picaxe 18X microcontroller. The Mini-Flash sports the same features as the larger Pro-Flash controller, with the only difference being it can only control 4 LED channels instead of 8. This neat controller is programmable in a BASIC-like language very similar to the "Basic Stamp" manufactured by Parallax Inc. This project also includes the ability to reprogram the LED sequencer using a PC-based (i.e. Windows) program that includes a unique and intuitive Graphical User Interface. In fact, the servo lead which is normally plugged into a spare channel for control, is also used to reprogram the Mini-Flash flasher/sequencer via a computer's serial port (9-pin) connection and programming cable.
The free downloadable programming software also allows the user to "test" the LED sequence they develop by use of software-based graphical representations of the 4 LED channels. The sequence speed can also be programmed by the user. Each sequence contains 50 events and each of the 4 LED channels can be either ON or OFF for every events. If the user wants to develop a sequence with fewer events, this can also easily be programmed.
As if these are not enough features, the "Mini-Flash" also includes a control for each of the 4 channels that allows the user to use an R/C servo output (from a R/C receiver) as a "switch" control. This feature allows the user to control (active or inactive) each of the 4 channels in regards to the position of the servo control input. If the user uses a stick/slider as the servo input, the user will be able to define one of 16 "Zone" settings for each LED channel.
Read more about the Mini-Flash's operation by viewing the User's Manual !
[link=http://www.diyrc.com/miniflash-usersmanual.html]Mini-Flash User's Manual[/link]
10-18-2005, 10:34 PM
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RE: NEW - Programmable LED Flasher/Sequencer - "Mini-Flash" !
OK Folks!
After having a few beta testers evaluate the Mini-Flash (high praises), the Mini-Flash (assembled or kit) are now available for a limited time. They can be purchased at the new DIYRC.com's Web Store at:
[link=http://www.laureanno.com/shop]http://www.laureanno.com/shop[/link]
I also have several colors of Ultra-Bright LEDS in stock... many more products to come in the future.
Thanks!
Tom
After having a few beta testers evaluate the Mini-Flash (high praises), the Mini-Flash (assembled or kit) are now available for a limited time. They can be purchased at the new DIYRC.com's Web Store at:
[link=http://www.laureanno.com/shop]http://www.laureanno.com/shop[/link]
I also have several colors of Ultra-Bright LEDS in stock... many more products to come in the future.
Thanks!
Tom
