| name | project |
|---|---|
@Puffball101961 |
RGB Matrix Price Ticker |
I want to build an rgb matrix based price ticker, like the ones that scroll across and are massively wide, however on a much smaller scale. I would use 2 64x32 rgb matrices daisy chained together to form a 128x32 strip of pixels, which will scroll across and show various stock and crypto prices, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Google and Microsoft. I want to build this to experiment with rgb matrices, as I do not have much experience with them.
- Wire up the RGB matrices to the controller and Raspberry Pi.
- Write basic python scripts to test that the panels are working and that they are wired correctly.
- Plan and Model a case to be 3d printed.
- 3d print the case. (with my own 3d printer)
- Assemble the ticker.
- Finish writing the software (and maybe include a nice web interface)
Prices are converted from AUD to USD, they may fluctuate slightly.
| Product | Supplier/ Link | Price |
|---|---|---|
| P2.5 64x32 RGB Matrix Panel x2 | Aliexpress | $40.00 |
| 5V 10A Power Supply | Aliexpress | $16.00 |
| Power Supply Socket | Aliexpress | $2.50 |
| Adafruit RGB Matrix HAT + RTC for RPi | Core Electronics | $33.05 |
| Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ | Core Electronics | $27.00 |
| 32GB Micro SD Card (owned) | $0.00 | |
| Official Raspberry Pi 12.5W Micro USB Power Supply | Core Electronics | $10.50 |
| Core Electronics Shipping Charge | $6.00 | |
| Miscellaneous Wires (owned) | $0.00 | |
| 1kg Matte Black 3d Printer PLA Filament | Amazon AU | $25.50 |
| Total | $160.55 |