UNTZtrument Open-Source 8x8 Grid Controller Kit

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UNTZtrument Open-Source 8x8 Grid Controller Kit

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Hello!

I wanted to ability to light up specific letters on my wall in real time at will during class. Think of something like the wall in STRANGER THINGS. Would this controller give me the ability to do this project? I was hoping for at least 26 individual LEDS that I could control from across the room. I was wanting the buttons mapped to the aplhabet.
Perhaps one click on, double-click off.
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You would need more than just the UNTZtrument. It would basically just generate MIDI or keyboard press signals. You would need something else to receive those messages and control the LEDs.

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Ok. Could you please give me an idea of what those things are? I'm in need of guidance.

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Hmmmm. Well, all kinds of ways of going about it. There's been a few other projects like this. Take a look at those for some ideas.

https://blog.adafruit.com/?s=stranger+things

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Hey thank you! I found a good link there.

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