V1 Virtual Display : Skinnable Valentine One to PC Software - Page 2

Curiosity · 04-21-2005, 03:00 PM

I have the same problem. Can't do graphic arts too well. I love red on black, but it's just not good enough on the LCD. I found that yellow on black is much more vivid. Also, browsing through about 1000 winamp skins can be inspiring too.

thatshortkid · 04-21-2005, 03:38 PM

does your software library, once the serial port is established to the v1 (i'm presuming through the usbmod3 drivers), just make regular serial calls? i'm considering porting the v1 software for unix-based systems. just trying to get as much info as possible before diving into it. if i did, do you think either you or jim would provide me with frame information in order to parse the data coming in off the serial port? i think i already have the function needed for mute done (switching DTR on/off), just from screwing around with a usb-serial adapter and a multimeter.

good job on the schematic. are you considering getting PCBs made? would you care if somebody did to make the soldering easier? i noticed the futurelec people offer a pcb production service as well.

sorry for so many questions. good work, keep it up!!

zPilott · 04-21-2005, 05:20 PM

I am planning on taking a call up to get some pcbs made up, if there is enough interest.

There are linux drivers available.

thatshortkid · 04-21-2005, 05:54 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by zPilott

There are linux drivers available.

Didn't see the .lib file, oops. Are all the calls in it POSIX? I'd like the library to be available to Mac users as well. I'm aware from sorting through the freediag project's code that there are linux-specific serial calls that won't port over to the Mac.

antimatter · 04-21-2005, 06:02 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by zPilott

I am planning on taking a call up to get some pcbs made up, if there is enough interest.

There are linux drivers available.

How much interest would you need to get some PCB fabbed? you could mark me down for two

zPilott · 04-21-2005, 11:05 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by thatshortkid

Didn't see the .lib file, oops. Are all the calls in it POSIX? I'd like the library to be available to Mac users as well. I'm aware from sorting through the freediag project's code that there are linux-specific serial calls that won't port over to the Mac.

I meant for the usbmod, my stuff is windows only

zPilott · 04-21-2005, 11:18 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by antimatter

How much interest would you need to get some PCB fabbed? you could mark me down for two

I guess it would depend on the price breakdown, i have been looking around for some places, and have found some that aren't too bad. I would also depend on who wants a kit, and who wants a fully built and assembled one.

ERIKbx · 04-22-2005, 03:03 AM

Fully built kit wanted here!

antimatter · 04-22-2005, 12:49 PM

i would want a kit or a board whichever is available

MatchStick · 04-22-2005, 01:13 PM

zPilott: do you think you could hook up with jim to join forces? I already built a serial interface that works with jims software but you said you didnt want to put in effort, to make a serial work. But i built the interface for under $5 of parts which is a lot cheaper than the usbmod3 at $25. Maybe jim could help you with the serial. And you could help him with his software. I think it is the beginning of a beautiful friendship that all of us could profit from....

zPilott · 04-22-2005, 05:43 PM

If I get some time this weekend, I can try to get it to work using the serial interface (the usbmod also has virtual serial drivers, and I can program to that). The differences shouldn't be all that big.

However, right now I am working on a skin, which is taking up my time....

antimatter · 04-22-2005, 06:41 PM

Did you used to live in the bay area? did you move recently?

zPilott · 04-23-2005, 10:27 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by antimatter

Did you used to live in the bay area? did you move recently?

yeah, I met you at a gtg a while ago

I moved in january, though I still some back to the bay about once a month

zPilott · 04-29-2005, 04:30 PM

I have put together a website and uploaded a new version, with a new skin. Take a look.

tj!2k4 · 04-29-2005, 04:31 PM

Clicking on the skins links:

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