Welcome back to another Mailbag Monday.
Can you believe that I've been doing these mailbag thingies for a year now?
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https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Plastic-Saddle-Type-Cable-Zip-Tie-Screw-Mount-Base-5mm-Width-100-Pcs-LW/182948208519
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/New-5V8W-Mini-Portable-USB-Electric-Powered-Soldering-Iron-Pen-Tip-Touch-Swi-XG/282862532408
https://www.banggood.com/5M-WhiteWarm-White-5630-SMD-Non-waterproof-300-LEDs-Strip-light-12V-p-922423.html
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/50pcs-Fixing-Plate-Self-adhesive-Plastic-Wire-Tie-Cable-Mount-Clip-Clamp/272885619893
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/5PCS-433Mhz-RF-transmitter-and-receiver-link-kit-for-Arduino-ARM-MCU-WL-NEW/261819090091
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As with all of my videos, this isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I do it.
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It's the first mailbag of the year!
Time to grab a drink and see what's in the mail this time.
Links:
t5 5050 automotive led 12v (search link)
https://pileofstuff.ca/r/tiy3q
15pc Utility knife Blades Razor Blades Box Cutter Blades with Dispenser
https://pileofstuff.ca/r/b4sm6
10Pcs AMS1117 SOT223 voltage regulator (search link)
https://pileofstuff.ca/r/efwkj
Cherry MX Switch Mechanical Keyboard Silver MX Brown Blue Switch 3 Pin CherOR
https://pileofstuff.ca/r/blxo1
automotive panel clips
https://pileofstuff.ca/r/8i1pt (search link)
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This isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I did it.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pc-BiroM0Q8
Elegoo sent me this Arduino Uno starter kit for review, so that's what I'm doing today.
Here's a link for anyone interested in buying the same kit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8KOZF4
Or, for those of you in Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01D8KOZF4
Here is the download link for the contents of the CD, if you are interested in previewing the materials they include.
https://www.elegoo.com/tutorial/Elegoo%20The%20Super%20Starter%20Kit%20for%20UNO%20%20V2.0.2020.8.27.zip
Many of the modules in this kit are things that I've tinkered with in the past, here's links to some of those videos:
Ultrasonic distance sensor: https://youtu.be/5QvVdVzVK9U
Stepper motor and driver: https://youtu.be/XLzlw4YoTRE
Servo motor: https://youtu.be/3wElhDVxCc
H-bridge and other motor drivers: https://youtu.be/O-u5dWWDf_g
And here are a bunch of my other videos with arduino related projects in a convenient playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE9Um5NpNcs5u_P7cIbCNRe3nG3wy-gZ-
I noticed that Hari Wiguna did a review of the same kit a couple of weeks ago. Here's what he had to say about it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiz1JnnFdyk
Disclaimer: Elegoo approached me and did send this free of charge, but they didn't tell me what to say, and didn't ask for any pre-approval of what I said in the video.
None of the links above are affiliate links. I haven't received any money from Elegoo to do this.
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This isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I do it.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qUuIO10c0c
I recently found some free NES controllers, so what better thing to do with them than hack an Arduino onto them!
This video is me doing a few experiments to figure our how to read the NES controller.
The test code I used is just a chopped up version of this: http://forum.arduino.cc/index.php?topic=8481.0
I'll be back eventually with the second part which should put it in a case, and do some less bad code.
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As with all of my videos, this isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I do it.
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https://www.patreon.com/pileofstuff
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WwHjC_lfgQ
You guys had a few questions for me, so I'm gonna answer them.
This video is best enjoyed with a cool beverage.
Videos I mentioned during this one:
it lasted a week.. then it broke
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYSC_fxBMrU
anti-spy gadget
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSdL19Hzi80
Tektronix oscilloscope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Zvl-Gt4PA8&t=3s
DMRS Tech's channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHE_YObW7wWsxaqvazdLxig
Lance meets a robot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKJAwEbg16I
I tried to make a skycam
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wj7OvBK2YDc
I kept trying to make a skycam...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3ZisgMU8qs
playlist of my arduino related stuff
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdqncA5bsJc&list=PLE9Um5NpNcs5u_P7cIbCNRe3nG3wy-gZ-
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Banggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsf
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#ElectronicsCreators
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This isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I do it.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rk727lDDHQk
Does anyone remember the programmable Christmas lights I put together a few years ago?
Well, it's time for a damage report and make a couple of minor repairs, add on to them, and re-deploy them.
And if you don't remember, here's a couple of reminders:
https://youtu.be/ZxDq9-0VYHc
https://youtu.be/JvHIArkli4w
If you're curious, here is the homebrew software that runs it: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/ix8k7
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Banggood: http://pileofstuff.ca/r/9ajsf
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#ElectronicsCreators
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This isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I did it.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTsB9kgQTdA
Today I'm putting this old Motorola pager out of it's misery.... I mean doing a curiosity teardown of this venerable piece of tech.
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This isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I did it.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heXY2c5JrQE
We return you now to your regularly scheduled Mailbag Monday extravaganza.
All that and a beer. What more could you want?
The links:
Test Wire Probe Lead Silicone Banana Plug to Crocodile Alligator Clip 102cm
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Test-Wire-Probe-Lead-Silicone-Banana-Plug-to-Crocodile-Alligator-Clip-102cm/312723663172
3.5mm 3ploe Stereo Male Plug to AV Screw Video Balun Terminal Jack Connector
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/3-5mm-3ploe-Stereo-Male-Plug-to-AV-Screw-Video-Balun-Terminal-Jack-Connector/392008238254
1PC Adapter 6.35mm 1/4" Male Plug to AV Screw Terminal Plug Stereo For Video
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1PC-Adapter-6-35mm-1-4-Male-Plug-to-AV-Screw-Terminal-Plug-Stereo-For-Video/392117641957
8 in 1 Universal PC Notebook Laptop AC DC Power Charger Adapter Tips
https://www.ebay.ca/sch/sis.html?_nkw=8+in+1+Universal+PC+Notebook+Laptop+AC+DC+Power+Charger+Adapter+Tips+Connector
280PCS Assorted Crimp Spade Terminal Insulated Electrical Wire Connector Kit Set
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/280PCS-Assorted-Crimp-Spade-Terminal-Insulated-Electrical-Wire-Connector-Kit-Set/293205195232
Replace FX-9501 Soldering Handle +T12 Tips For HAKKO FX-951 Soldering Station
https://www.ebay.ca/sch/sis.html?_nkw=Replace+FX-9501+Soldering+Handle+%2BT12+Tips+For+HAKKO+FX-951+Soldering+Station
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This isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I do it.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sBZ6k7gUe8
After playing with a few bits of hardware recently I go the crazy idea to try and make a skycam-like rig.
I have no particular need for such a device, I've just always thought it was a cool piece of technology (and a really cool video angle).
This is clearly not going to be professional level, and it may not even work, but that's not the point.
I'm just trying to figure it out.
So this is my first shot at it. There will be others in the future as I replace the crappiest parts and ideas with less crappy ones.
I have no idea how long this will take, nor if it'll ever work, but this is a journey.
Buckle up, we're going in!
As the lads on Top Gear used to say "ambitious but rubbish".
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This isn't the only way to do it.
It's probably not the best way to do it.
But it's how I do it.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wj7OvBK2YDc