Thank you so much for this info. I am currently learning as much as I can from the AXE091 development kit.
Once I have understood things I will be getting my teeth into the project. I will see if I can order the items (not sure if they will ship to Uk)
Wow Many thanks guys, you have really provided me with info I need to digest.
I think I like the idea of 1 processor with I2C bus expanders but I will carefully try to understand everyones replies.
I like the idea of off the shelf solutions but also would like to fully understand and build it...
It is 1:12 scale. Wifes long term project, I need to get all electrics installed so she can progress :) We want it to be a "living house" so automation is my aim. I need to adapt my programming knowledge from (visual basic in excel) to the picaxe terminology.
Lots to learn. Already have ideas...
Thank you, I will have to re read all the pixace manuals and try to increase my knowledge, your suggestion makes sense as all the outputs need to do is be on or off. I seem to be stuck with supplying 12 volt as all of the dolls house lighting appears to be set at 12v.
Would I be wise to get the...
Please forgive a newbie for asking for assistance for a project.
Project
To automate a large dolls house set up.
Required multiple outputs (about 50)
To be timed
MP3 player to play selected tracks on time command
Display to show status of running program
I understand that I will need more...