To any/all followers of this thread...here we go!!!
PCB designs are just about done...
Please send any last requests before I commit to final designs.
See initial specs on first post; additions as follows:
- Six more buttons accessible directly from PCB(22 total!).
- Six expression pedal inputs
- Hardware/Firmware compatibility with AxeFxControl library
- Open source for unlimited possibilities
PCB:
The first run will be for ten PCBs (two are already spoken for) that leaves eight.
The PCB will be completely built and ready to program from arduino IDE. The foot switch button scanning will baked into micro controller #2 and button press data will be sent over i2c to the main micro controller #1. As soon as I get five commits on this forum post I will prepare the order to manufacture the PCBs and also order the parts needed to build out at least five.
PCBs will be $85 for (parts and labor, no profit; I am not doing this for profit!) for the first five, then $99 for any orders after the first five. With parts being around $50 It does take at least 3-4 hours to build and test these PCBs so I think I am being very reasonable : ).
If you want the neo-pixel PCB strips which will match up with enclosure(16 independently addressable 24-bit color LEDs) add $29 for the first five sets ordered/committed to then $39 per set after that. (the neo-pixels LEDs will be included)
Enclosure:
Enclosure design(as of now) is what we see in earlier posts with possible addition of a bezel around LCD. I will need at least ten interested in an enclosure before it becomes cost effective. Guesstimated to range between $75-$100 for a 3mm heavy duty bare aluminum enclosure, aluminum bottom and plastic side pieces. I cannot commit to a price until the manufacturer can give me an estimate, and designs are still subject to change due to feedback.
Externally sourced parts:
As of now ONLY serial driven smart displays will be supported. I highly recommended this type of display to offload all the display processing from main micro controller since many functions are real time.
- 9V power supply with at least 2000ma rating(One Spot recommended).
- 7" touch screen Nextion Enhanced(recomended) OR 7" 4DSystems 4th Gen-ulcd Diablo are preferred LCD displays.
- Silent type momentary switches are highly recommended.
I can also offer a complete kits with all the parts needed if I can make it worth while to stock enclosures.
Any and all specs are subject to improvements and changes...prices are also subject to change...commits will lock on pricing.