Just ordered my netduino plus!
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Posted 05 April 2011 - 02:22 AM
#2
Posted 05 April 2011 - 07:39 AM
It totally depends what you want to do, I got a lot of leds, buttons and resistors (10kΩ for pull-up buttons, 220Ω for leds), an LCD, and, well, really a lot of junk-power supply
-breadboard recommendation
-resistor type and quantity
-wire bundles
-buttons, LEDs various I/O elements
these are all things I would really appreciate suggestions on as to how many and which ones.
A breadboard and wires is nice to prototype stuff, so you won't need to solder things to test it. There we are arived at the next question:
When you got something prototyped on your breadboard and want to make it permanent, it's required. Also some break-out boards come without pins, so then you need to solder pins on them. I got a very cheap and old solder iron which still does the job.also is a soldering iron necessary to implement the cooler aspects?
The netduino doesn't come with a power supply if I'm correct, but with a microUSB-cable you can also power the thing.
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#3
Posted 05 April 2011 - 08:20 AM
#4
Posted 05 April 2011 - 08:24 AM
Haha good point! Mario, I just received two additional 74HC165, to test them in serie of each other, so my documents about SPI and multiplexing are almost finished.If I were Stefan, I would have told you to buy some shift-registers ICs, like the 74HC595 (serial to output) and the 74HC165 (serial from input). As soon you'll enjoy this game, then you need more I/O ports.
Indeed, you should also try to get two 74HC165 and two 74HC595's. I'm currently writing a paper about those two IC's, in which I got loads of help from Mario. They increase the amount of input and output ports (simple said).
My .NETMF projects: .NETMF Toolbox / Gadgeteer Light / Some PCB designs
#5
Posted 05 April 2011 - 10:06 AM
Sparfun is a good place to browse for things (even if you not going to buy from them - gives a good idea of what is available out there).
A few things that I found usefull:
Nice holder that fits the Netduino: Arduino and Breadboard Holder
Breadboard that fits in the holder: Breadboard (small projects)
Means for external supply: 9V to Barrel Jack Adapter
A few switches (fits nicely on the breadboard): Mini Push Buttons
Note: Depending where you order from, your Netduino may not come with the USB cable.
Although not directly for the Netduino and maybe you already know all the stuff, but this gives a short description of all the type of interfaces: TinyCLR Beginner Guide Ebook
Hope this helps.
Enjoy
Albert
#6
Posted 05 April 2011 - 10:40 AM
That's true indeed, but for EU people is not so convenient purchasing overseas (or outside EU-union).Sparfun is a good place to browse for things
When I bought my Netduino+ (priced 60US$ = 40Eur) I had only not-so-convenient choices, and I had choose a canadian company.
Once arrived, I had to pay VAT, Customs, extra-shipping...gross total over 60Eur, that is about 100US$.
I really hope to find some EU company also.
Cheers
#7
Posted 05 April 2011 - 10:46 AM
My .NETMF projects: .NETMF Toolbox / Gadgeteer Light / Some PCB designs
#8
Posted 05 April 2011 - 10:59 AM
#9
Posted 05 April 2011 - 11:10 AM
Within the EU (Italy is also a member of our big family ) there are no additional custom fees.I buy often stuffs from Germany, but it's much like as buying here in Italy.
The VAT is almost the same and the shipping is usually a low fare.
I have found that purchasing from UK (outside Euro-zone) is pretty much expensive than other solutions, even overseas.
Does the NL having low customs?
Where do you order in Germany? Always interested in new addresses
(although this might go a bit offtopic)
My .NETMF projects: .NETMF Toolbox / Gadgeteer Light / Some PCB designs
#10
Posted 05 April 2011 - 11:45 AM
#11
Posted 05 April 2011 - 08:48 PM
#12
Posted 05 April 2011 - 09:07 PM
thank you for the responses everyone, I ended up buying most of what you folks suggested and I am anxious for everything to arrive so I can get started.
btw it looks like amazon has some more in stock now, the count is back up to 13 at the moment... so if anyone needs one, go for it
Like others have said, SparkFun is great for figuring out what you might want, but if you need anything in quantity, order from Mouser/Digikey. As an example, SF wants $0.35 for a SPST mini-push button, equivalent on mouser is $0.11.
The *big* downside to Mouser though is their catalog is immense. You want a SPST-NO mini-push button? There are 174 different kinds in stock. One thing I really really like about Mouser though is they have a "project manager" feature. So you can essentially name your shopping cart around a particular project, and re-order (and edit it) at any time. Its been a *huge* help for me. I've used it a couple of times already.
If I just need a couple of something, or want parts proven to work with one another, SparkFun is the way to go. Plus they take a ton of pictures of the items they sell. And a picture really is worth a thousand words. On Mouser, your lucky to find 1 picture of the item your looking at, usually all you get is a line drawing out of the manufactures data sheet.
#13
Posted 05 April 2011 - 09:24 PM
Like others have said, SparkFun is great for figuring out what you might want, but if you need anything in quantity, order from Mouser/Digikey. As an example, SF wants $0.35 for a SPST mini-push button, equivalent on mouser is $0.11.
The *big* downside to Mouser though is their catalog is immense. You want a SPST-NO mini-push button? There are 174 different kinds in stock. One thing I really really like about Mouser though is they have a "project manager" feature. So you can essentially name your shopping cart around a particular project, and re-order (and edit it) at any time. Its been a *huge* help for me. I've used it a couple of times already.
If I just need a couple of something, or want parts proven to work with one another, SparkFun is the way to go. Plus they take a ton of pictures of the items they sell. And a picture really is worth a thousand words. On Mouser, your lucky to find 1 picture of the item your looking at, usually all you get is a line drawing out of the manufactures data sheet.
I appreciate all the help and suggestions. yes I ended up using sparkfun for all the reasons you listed above. I had been looking at the various supply sites and was overwhelmed with the amount of components. I just needed a little guidance to get some starter gear until I become more familiar with this stuff in general.
It really is fascinating stuff, and I am glad I stumbled across the netduino and the forum here, you guys are very supportive and helpful.
Thanks again
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Posted 05 April 2011 - 09:45 PM
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