Saw this thread and it got me thinking:

http://www.therpf.com/f9/prometheus-doo ... el-197982/

If these boards really are this cheap - is it possible to create one for the motion tracker?

With the touchscreen feature being so cheap, you could program it with all sorts of fun stuff - on operator manual, schematics, etc.

-W

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I daresay the app programmers here (like DemonNite) could achieve something.
C++ seems to be what that one was programmed in...

It's all electrickery-magicky stuff to me, though... I just shoot stuff!!

Willie Goldman.

I made a MT just a couple of weeks ago. My electro Geek friend HunFoxy (Can be found on Aliens Legacy) used a chep PNA for the electronics. We found a Blue Panther PNA on Ebay with a non functioning GPS reciever for 10USD. A brand new one cost around 40-50 USD.
It has a Windows C OPsystem. all you need to do is to copy a .WMV file on the SD card.
The PNA has a basic Windows media player, so it is realy simple. Just double tap on the file and view full sreen. It has a speaker so it has the sound effects as well.
And we already watched the ALIENS movie on a Motion Tracker. Yust because the PNA can do it and its fun

If you need i can post pictures and videos, Just ask. I'll be more than happy to help.

Akos

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Um, Yes Please!!!!!

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You could program the SatNav to respond to input, then?

Oh yeah, that would be great - thanks!

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HI All!

As you requested, There are the photos and videos.

viewtopic.php?f=3&t=13790

If you have any questions, dont hesitate to ask. I'll anwser gladly.

Chears: Akos

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Bump.

What would it take for an updated kit from one of the electronics guys?

I really like Erv's use of the compass/moving display.


I really enjoy the interactive feel of my SD studio locator, wishing the same for the tracker.

Great idea.

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I'm hoping to make a MT with a working display too, so if anyone is able to come up with something I would be interested. The search for an LCD screen that fits well is getting tough because very few are a 4:3 aspect ratio any more.

watching this thread with extreme interest!

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I reached out to Erv, he is interested... but his spare time is tight with saber electronics.

Stay tuned.


I like the hyperdyne, but seams out of date with current electronics. Plus it is cost prohibitive for the majority.

Holy lordy!!! Lets make this happen!!

would love to see an affordable MT lcd and soundboard made

What about a kickstarter of sorts, to get the ball rolling for affordable electronics for people? I imagine a few of us would chip in. I know I would when I could.

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RCCM | Royal Canadian Colonial Marines - Commanding Officer (CO) -- 2021-2022

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Wow! Fingers crossed!

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Something has to happen.

I'm willing to donate some time to the cause.


Best location for the detection sensor(s) could be below the metal mesh in the front.

Any movement on this? Strangely enough I was looking for my own way to do this too after reading what Plecter did. Oddily enough, I also posted on the raspberry pi forums thinking I was ahead of the curve hah.

I posted a couple days in their tech support to see what they think. Glad I wasn't the only one who thought of Adafruit too.

They have cheap GPS units, but it looks like folks here found even cheaper alternatives on ebay too. Let's revive this! Doing all the research I can in the meantime. I have some catching up to do!

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Many Bothans died to bring you this message.

If yyou guys need any help, I'm nore than happy to do so!
I have a coulage who builds elektric circuits. I'll ask Him if He is inzerested.

Akos

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Kind of related: according to one my friends, the Hyperdyne kits aren't made anymore; the screen's been discontinued by the company. The site does say they're only "Temporarily out of Stock", though.

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Anything more to add on this lately? I just scored myself a Kango and I'm getting excited!

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AL Colonial Admin. - Executive Officer (XO) -- 2021-2022
RCCM | Royal Canadian Colonial Marines - Commanding Officer (CO) -- 2021-2022

Read the AL Charter Rules & Regulations: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i3gd9QUyIqI_6rfk8kpxspbKU-JT4MBAjLPxfCkvGJ8

In the meantime, has anyone made a slide of the MT screen to put in the HAMA viewer as a short term solution?

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Is there somewhere to research or find small, cheap LCD screens? An electronics website or something?

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