Choosing the right microcontroller

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Choosing the right microcontroller

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Greetings!

I have a project that will require the controlling of an RGB LED strip, speakers, and fans, while being controlled via a smartphone app. Which controller should I start with? I've noticed that the LEDs need specific timing that Arduino can handle. Does that mean the Pi 3 wouldn't be suitable for this project? I appreciate any advice.

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What else will your project require? A Uno with the proper addons would do what you want but, depending on what else you want to do may not be the best choice.

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Thanks for the reply. It'll pretty much only do what I described, which is light and sound effects with fan control all through an app. What shields would be required for the Uno to do that?

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How many lights and what kind? What type and how many sounds?

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Something like the 24 NeoPixel Ring or strip, no more than two. Many sounds; long ones and short ones, like sound effects and songs.

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An Arduino with a music Maker shield should get you started.

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Cool, I appreciate that. Which OS would you recommend?

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There is no OS, just the compiler. What computer OS are you using on your PC?

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Ah. Windows 10.

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Try version 1.6.9. It's not the latest but it has proven to be stable.

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