hi there! I'm working on a robot costume, and all I want is a button that when I push it triggers a bunch of lights to light up (for my control panel). It would be extra awesome if they could blink in a random sequence, but all at once is ok too.
I figure I should use the tactile on/off switch (https://www.adafruit.com/product/1092), but I'm not sure how to connect it to a battery, which battery to use, if I need a micro-controller, if so which one to use, how many LEDs I can power at once... I'm a total n00b to this stuff. I've been scouring the forums and tutorials for hours and am more confused than when I started :/
I should also mention that this is all going on a tight bodysuit, so the smaller/flatter everything could be, the better.
thanks for your help!
suzi
Trying to make simple switch-based blinky costume
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Re: Trying to make simple switch-based blinky costume
You can start by looking through this tutorial https://learn.adafruit.com/neopixel-led ... e?view=all
There are a lot more projects for wearables in the Learn section of the site to help you. Adding a switch to control the animations is not difficult and with the newer M0 controller boards out, they are still small, you can even start to program with Makecode or Circuit Python. You can even fashion your own fabric "soft circuit" switch or use capacitive touch. I do recommend you learn to solder and use the super flexible silicone coated wire instead of conductive thread though. Good luck.
There are a lot more projects for wearables in the Learn section of the site to help you. Adding a switch to control the animations is not difficult and with the newer M0 controller boards out, they are still small, you can even start to program with Makecode or Circuit Python. You can even fashion your own fabric "soft circuit" switch or use capacitive touch. I do recommend you learn to solder and use the super flexible silicone coated wire instead of conductive thread though. Good luck.
Please be positive and constructive with your questions and comments.