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Title: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 12, 2010,

Hello,
This Co-op will be for the Lynx Aether Spot/Flood Light.

*******Please read this post, there are a lot of options and conditions on this Co-Op**************

By joining this Co-op you also agree that the Co-op manager, DLA (as a board to also include all administrators, moderators, and members) shall not be held for any liability. You are joining this Co-op at your own risk.

As with any Co-op this Co-op is subject to the forum rules. These rules can be reviewed using the following link.

Forum Co-op rules
http://diylightanimation.com/index.php?topic=111.0

This Co-op will close on 8:00 P.M. EST Sunday, July, 25 2010 or sooner if needed. Once the Co-op is closed, each member will receive a PM with the details of their order including payment amount that is due. Full payment is expected as soon as the co-op closes. Orders cannot be made until all members have paid. Please get your Paypal payments in as soon as you get your Co-op invoice PM. Please insure your Paypal address information is current. Shipping will be by US Postal Service flat rate boxes, shipping is not included in the initial Co-op, and will be determined as soon as individual’s orders are known and boxes size for each order is determined. Separate PM’s for shipping charges will be sent once orders are sorted and ready to be shipped.

NOTE:
1.   There will be no PCB only kit option.
2.   Using Kit #1 and Kit #2 will get you an assembled PCB . But you will still need a light case, Aluminum angle, screws and other items as needed based on the connection methods you wish to use with the Aether Spot/Flood.
3.   The weather resistant RJ45 Jacks will not be included as a kit option. These just like the light cases, Aluminum angle, screws…etc… can be obtained outside this Co-Op.
4.   Kit #2 may be used to assembly several Aether Kit #1’s. You DO NOT need to buy a Kit #2 for each Kit #1.

Here are the pricing details at initial ordering amounts. Pricing includes Paypal 3% and Coop 3% fees. As always higher numbers reduce pricing and lower numbers increase pricing. Change your order as you wish during the ordering portion of the Coop, but please make sure I can tell which kits you are changing and desired numbers. Please check the order list that follows to make sure I don't miss your order or any changes as the Coop continues and at the end of ordering.

Kit 1 – Aether Kit (Includes electronic parts and PCB)

Per Kit at Qty 25 - $124.16

Kit 2 – Surface Mount Solder Kit. Includes the following: (Can be used to assemble several Aether's)
•   One Solder Flux Pen
•   One Tube Zeph Paste
•   One Green Paste needle .021”-.023”
•   One Blue Green Paste Needle .015”-.017”
•   One Eco Plunger
•   One pair of sharp nose tweezers
•   One set of Artic Silver Alumina Thermal Paste tubes Part A and Part B

Per surface kit At Qty 25 - $37.00

Post with the quantity of each kit you wish to order in this thread.
****************************************************
Insurance will be added to the package shipping cost, when the shipping PM is sent to you. Insurance from the USPS is based on value of the package contents. I am not making this an option, I am sorry if this upsets some but the LED's that are in these kits are not cheap and I would hate to see someone’s package get damaged and then have no way to reclaim the loss. We cannot be responsible for lost or damaged packages once dropped off to USPS for shipment.

Bill

Mouser BOM Link:

https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=afce462415

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 12, 2010,

Kit #

P RJ	7	0
P Rcouto	5	2
P KeithTarpley	3	2
P Kj77rn	2	1
P Wbuehler	6	0
P Vairmoose	5	2
P Basis21b	2	1
P Pjnmct	5	1
P Smartcontrols	6	2
P Theavguy99	4	1
P Bisquit476	4	1
P Castortiu	3	1
P Hod	3	1
P Lortiz	2	1
P CW	4	1
P AustinDave	3	1
P Tbone321	3	1
P Packetbob	2	1
P Loneycarpenter	1	1
P Zman	2	1
P Mcbill	2	1
P Ronniek	2	1
P Biggunfish	2	1
P Wwnf911	5	1
P Rm357	2	1
Cpnbnanamn	0	0
C56	0	0
P Egnoup	3	1
P Thshadow	4	1
P Bhoff	2	1
P Trekster	1	1
P Tlh	4	1
P Jnealand	3	1
P Wirekat	2	1
P Rdebolt	4	1
P Ron	3	1
P Pete Peters	6	2
P WowMe	6	1
P Rainlover	1	1
P JerryPlak	2	1
P BatDive	5	1
P TpcTech	6	2
P Gary	5	1
P JustDoug	10	3
P Richardb	5	1
P Bfenginer	2	1
P BcWhitehead	2	1
P Magic8192	1	1
P Rodr	4	1
P Trike	2	1
P Mickpart	4	1
Bigvettepimp	0	0
P Sly	2	1
P MrC	2	1
P Lonewolf41	2	1
P Kylec	4	1
P Freebird	1	1
Totals	186	62

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on July 12, 2010,

Please put me in for 5 kit #1

RJ

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rcouto on July 12, 2010,

Hi Bill,

Please put me down for

Qty 5 kit # 1
Qty 2 kit # 2

Thank you!
Ricardo

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: KeithTarpley on July 12, 2010,

Greetings,,,

Please put me down for:

Kit 1 - 3.

Kit 2 - 2.

Thank you.

Keith

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: kj77rn on July 12, 2010,

Put me down for:

2 - Kit #1
1 - Kit #2

Thanks

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 12, 2010,

Hey bill WOW another Co-Op.

Can I get 5 Kit #1's?

Thanks

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: vairmoose on July 12, 2010,

and it continues........

Please put me down for:

Kit #1 - 3

Kit #2 - 2

Thank you.

Larry

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: basis21b on July 12, 2010,

I've been looking forward to this.

Kit #1 - 2

Kit #2 - 1

Thanks,
Tom

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: PJNMCT on July 12, 2010,

WooHoo! Finally!! :o

I need 5 of kit 1 and 1 of kit 2 please Bill.

Thanks,
-Paul

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: smartcontrols on July 12, 2010,

Hi Bill,

Please put me down for

Qty 6 kit # 1
Qty 2 kit # 2

Thanks
Jeff

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: theavguy99 on July 12, 2010,

I would like:

qty 4 - Kit #1
qty 1 - Kit #2

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: bisquit476 on July 12, 2010,

Bill,

For me please,

4 - Kit #1
1 - Kit #2

Thanks,

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: CW on July 12, 2010,

Hi Bill,

I too have been looking forward to this. Please include me for:

Kit #1 = 4
Kit #2 = 1

Thanks,

Craig

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: castortiu on July 13, 2010,

Hi Bill,

Please put me down for:

Kit #1 = 3
Kit #2 = 1

Thanks,

Cas

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Hod on July 13, 2010,

Hi Bill,

Please put me down for:

Kit #1 = 3
Kit #2 = 1

Thanks,

Hod

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: lortiz on July 13, 2010,

Please add the following for me:

Kit #1 = 2
Kit #2 = 1

Thanks to RJ and Bill for making this possible.

Leo

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: justdoug on July 13, 2010,

Thanks for putting together a coop so quickly.

I have two questions:
- are the acrylic lenses included? If not, do you have a link to a supplier?
- do you have a suggestion for the ration of kits 2 to kit 1?

Thanks

...Doug.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: austindave on July 13, 2010,

Please sign me up for:

Kit Quantity
1 - - - - 3
2 - - - - 1

Thanks!
--Dave

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: tbone321 on July 13, 2010,

Please sign me up for:

Kit #1 - 3
Kit #2 - 1

Thanks for getting this moving so quickly.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: packetbob on July 13, 2010,

Kit #1 x 2
Kit #2 x 1

Please and Thank You.....

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: lonelycarpenter on July 13, 2010,

Hi Please put me down for 1 of Kit # 1 and 1 of Kit # 2 Thank you very Much TLC (The LonelyCarpenter)

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: zman on July 13, 2010,

Very cool!

Put me in for:

Kit #1 - 2
Kit #2 - 1

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: mcbill on July 13, 2010,

Hi Bill,

Please put me in for:

Kit #1 - 2

Kit #2 - 1

Thank you,

Bill C

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: ronniek on July 13, 2010,

Please put me in for:

2 - Kit 1
1 - Kit 2

Thanks
RonnieK

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rm357 on July 13, 2010,

Please put me down for
2 x Kit #1
1 x Kit #2

Now to go look for a griddle...

Thanks!!
RM

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: BigGunFish on July 13, 2010,

Bill,

Please add me in for

2 - kit #1
1 - Kit #2

Thanks

Stephen

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: cpnbnanamn on July 13, 2010,

Bill,
The Boss says I can have one for right now. So one kit of each (1 & 2), please. Thanks!

-Roger

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: WWNF911 on July 14, 2010,

Hi Bill,

Thankyou soooo much for doing this!!! <res.
Please put me down for:

Kit #1 = 5
Kit #2 = 1

Thanks,
Leon

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: c56 on July 14, 2010,

Please sign me up for the following:

Kit #1: 2
Kit #2: 1

Thanks!

Skip

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 14, 2010,

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Thanks for putting together a coop so quickly.

I have two questions:
- are the acrylic lenses included? If not, do you have a link to a supplier?
- do you have a suggestion for the ration of kits 2 to kit 1?

Thanks

...Doug.

Sorry for the delay.

No the acrylic lenses are not included.
I'll see if I can get the Part Numbers From RJ

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: egenoup on July 14, 2010,

This hurts.... but I want! ::) >:D

Please put me down for:

Kit #1 = 3
Kit #2 = 1

Thanks,

Charles

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: thshadow on July 14, 2010,

Sign me up for

4 of Kit 1
1 of Kit 2

- Mike

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: BHoff on July 14, 2010,

Can't wait to try it out.

I will go with:

Kit #1 - 2
Kit #2 - 1

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: theavguy99 on July 14, 2010,

Just looking at the total number of kit 1 vs. kit 2 ordered so far, it looks like an 'average' everyone is betting on is 3 kit 1's per kit 2. Is it reasonable to expect the consumables in kit 2 to do at least 3 kit 1's, possibly more? I hope so since I only asked for 1 kit 2 and 4 kit 1.

Also just wondering how the final kit 1 price is much more than originally thought- I'm not 'whining' just curious ;D

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 14, 2010,

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Just looking at the total number of kit 1 vs. kit 2 ordered so far, it looks like an 'average' everyone is betting on is 3 kit 1's per kit 2. Is it reasonable to expect the consumables in kit 2 to do at least 3 kit 1's, possibly more? I hope so since I only asked for 1 kit 2 and 4 kit 1.

Also just wondering how the final kit 1 price is much more than originally thought- I'm not 'whining' just curious ;D

It does not take much paste, one Kit #2 should do several Aether PCB's, I can not give an exact number, but it should do quite a few.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 14, 2010,

Hello All

I have been asked this question a couple of times now about price. The opening cost of Kit #1 and #2 is calculated based on a minimum number of kits that need to be sold to continue the Co-Op. This number is listed in the first post. As with any Co-Op this cost is only an Estimate based on many factors, one of which is qty of parts and cost of parts...etc... At the end of the Co-Op prices are re-calculated based on qty of parts, cost of parts, shipping...etc... then fees such as Co-Op and PayPal are added. Once the "Final" Co-Op total has been reached then payment PM's are sent.

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: deplanche on July 14, 2010,

I am still trying to decide if I want to get in on this or not. But it looks like it is well over the $5k limit already. Is there still time to get in?

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: trekster on July 15, 2010,

Please put me down for one each.

Kit 1=1
Kit 2=1

Ron

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: tlh on July 15, 2010,

Hi Bill,

Please put me down for:

Kit #1 = 4
Kit #2 = 1

Thanks,

Terry

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: jnealand on July 15, 2010,

Bill

Kit #1 - 3
Kit #2 - 1

Thanks

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wirekat on July 15, 2010,

Please for me:

two each Kit #1 and
one each Kit #2

Thank you!

Kevin
WireKAT

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rdebolt on July 15, 2010,

Bill,

Can I get 4 kit 1 and 1 kit 2 please?

Thanks,
Roger

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Ron on July 15, 2010,

Hey Bill, thanks for hosting another coop. I'd like:

Kit #1 - 3
Kit #2 - 1

Thanks

Ron

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: pete peters on July 15, 2010,

Please put me in for :

Four # 1
One # 2

Thanks

Pete

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: WowMe on July 15, 2010,

I wanted to do 10 but they are pricier than I had hoped.
Put me down for:
6 #1
1 #2

Thanks.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: WowMe on July 15, 2010,

Does this include the wireless receiver?
If not, how do I get that and the transmitter?

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: pete peters on July 15, 2010,

Please ADD

TWO Kit # 1

This will make a total of six # 1 Kits for me.

Thanks

Pete

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 15, 2010,

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Does this include the wireless receiver?
If not, how do I get that and the transmitter?

No this does not include any Wireless components, RJ will have wireless PCB's that you can then gets parts for from Mouser. Once his order of PCB's come in he will make a post in the sales area.

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 15, 2010,

You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login

I am still trying to decide if I want to get in on this or not. But it looks like it is well over the $5k limit already. Is there still time to get in?

We have been granted a waiver. You can still get in.

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rainlover on July 15, 2010,

I tried to resist but I can't.
Please put me down for
1 kit #1
1 kit #2

John

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: JerryPlak on July 16, 2010,

Hi Bill,
Please put me down for:

Kit #1 - 2
Kit #2 - 1

Thanks
Jerry Plak

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on July 16, 2010,

Bill,

Can you put me down for

Kit #1 - 5
Kit #2 - 1

Thanks

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: vairmoose on July 16, 2010,

Bill...

Just so that I don't confuse myself...

Please increase my #1 kits from 3 to 5 ....

If you are going for the gold.... ya gotta step up and just do it.

Larry

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on July 16, 2010,

I think I'm crazy for saying this, but sign me up for 5 of kit #1. As for kit #2, I'd like the correct amount to assemble 5 Aethers. Would that be 2 of kit #2s?

Any idea on when these would be delivered?

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: tpctech on July 16, 2010,

Hi,

Put me down for the following......

6 Kit #1
2 Kit #2

Thanks

KEN

320 channels in 2010 and climbing thanks to DLA!!!

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: justdoug on July 17, 2010,

Count me in for:
10 of kit #1
3 of kit #2

Thanks.

...Doug.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: richardb on July 18, 2010,

Please put me down for:
4 kit #1. (aether kits)
1 kit #2. (solder kits)

if it is determined that a kit can't make 4 aethers... I'll adjust then...

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: BFENGINEER on July 18, 2010,

I would like 2 kit#1 and 1 kit#2

BFENGINEER

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: bcwhitehead on July 19, 2010,

Bill,

Please put me down for:

2 of Kit #1
1 of Kit #2

Thanks,
Brandon

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 19, 2010,

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I think I'm crazy for saying this, but sign me up for 5 of kit #1. As for kit #2, I'd like the correct amount to assemble 5 Aethers. Would that be 2 of kit #2s?

Any idea on when these would be delivered?

One Kit #2 would be enough to build 5 Aethers
There is no ETA on delivery time

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: richardb on July 20, 2010,

With this new information,
please increase my #1 to 5.

This makes:
5 kit 1 (aether)
1 kit 2 (build kit)

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on July 20, 2010,

I see on the list that I'm not signed up for any kit number 2s. Can you please change that to one?

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: magic8192 on July 20, 2010,

Please put me down for one each.

Kit 1=1
Kit 2=1

Dave

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rod R on July 20, 2010,

Bill, Please put me down for one each for now:

Kit#1 = 2
Kit#2 = 1

Thanks,

Rod

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 21, 2010,

LED Lenses

Here are some Newark part numbers for the LED Lenses. Newark has some Promo Pricing going on right now.

30M0599   AVAGO TECHNOLOGIES ASMT-M006    Power LED Illuminator; For Use With:ASMT-Mxxx Power LEDs; Accessory Type:6 Deg Collimator Lens
30M0600   AVAGO TECHNOLOGIES ASMT-M015    Power LED Illuminator; For Use With:ASMT-Mxxx Power LEDs; Accessory Type:15 Deg Collimator Lens
32M7252   AVAGO TECHNOLOGIES ASMT-M030    Power LED Illuminator; For Use With:ASMT-Mxxx Power LEDs; Accessory Type:30 Deg Collimator Lens

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Ron on July 21, 2010,

So does that equate to?

30M0599 Spot
30M0600 Tight Flood
32M7252 Medium Flood

And we would need 6 lenses per Aether?

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Kwajtony on July 22, 2010,

Good Question about the lenses. In the mean time put me down for 1 each kit 1 and kit 2.

R,
TOny "C"

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 22, 2010,

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So does that equate to?

30M0599 Spot
30M0600 Tight Flood
32M7252 Medium Flood

And we would need 6 lenses per Aether?

The smaller the degree the tighter the light is focused, These lenses only fit one LED at at time so if you wanted all your leds to have the same lenses you would need 6 per aether.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: cpnbnanamn on July 22, 2010,

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So does that equate to?

30M0599 Spot
30M0600 Tight Flood
32M7252 Medium Flood

And we would need 6 lenses per Aether?

The smaller the degree the tighter the light is focused, These lenses only fit one LED at at time so if you wanted all your leds to have the same lenses you would need 6 per aether.

Guess I missed something. The lenses are separate from the kit?

-Roger

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on July 22, 2010,

You do not need the lens for the flood. The Lens are for people who want to custimize the unit to tighter focus. They are not in the kit, just the stuff to build the unit as a flood is.

Hope this helps.

RJ

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: justdoug on July 22, 2010,

Thanks for the "Power LED Illuminator" part numbers. These are quite inexpensive.

Do these just snap onto the LEDs, or is additional mounting hardware required?

Thanks,
...Doug.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Trike on July 23, 2010,

Hi Bill,

I'll take:

Kit #1: 2

Kit #2: 1

Thanks!

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: pete peters on July 23, 2010,

Bill;

Please add one # 2 kit
This will bring my order to
six #1
two #2

Thanks

Pete Peters

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Mickpat on July 23, 2010,

4 - kit 1 (aether)
1 - kit 2 (build kit)

Thanks!

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: BigVettePimp on July 23, 2010,

Oh what the hell.....Put me down for 4 #1's and 1 #2.
My wife is gonna strangle me for sure this year. ??? >:D

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on July 23, 2010,

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Thanks for the "Power LED Illuminator" part numbers. These are quite inexpensive.

Do these just snap onto the LEDs, or is additional mounting hardware required?

Thanks,
...Doug.

They need nothing else they just snap on. You can do different patterns of them like 6 deg on the two middle ones makes a bright area stright ahead that fades some to the edges.

6 deg on the bottom three narrows the height so it does not send so much light down but gives you the same area up. For normal use no lens is all you have likely seen shown and works well for a large throw flood. If you have a smaller area to cover the lens gets you a lot more light on that area.

RJ

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on July 24, 2010,

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Thanks for the "Power LED Illuminator" part numbers. These are quite inexpensive.

Do these just snap onto the LEDs, or is additional mounting hardware required?

Thanks,
...Doug.

They need nothing else they just snap on. You can do different patterns of them like 6 deg on the two middle ones makes a bright area stright ahead that fades some to the edges.

6 deg on the bottom three narrows the height so it does not send so much light down but gives you the same area up. For normal use no lens is all you have likely seen shown and works well for a large throw flood. If you have a smaller area to cover the lens gets you a lot more light on that area.

RJ

RJ it appears the lenses also offer bulk discounts. Is there a chance after everyone get their Aethers that there will be a Co op for the lenses? Gives people the chance to see if the standard works for them or need the lenses (and how many) to complete what they want to do.

Just a thought... ;D

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on July 24, 2010,

Since I will be half way around the world by that time it would not be me. That does not mean no one will not put one together for us.

RJ

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Sly on July 24, 2010,

Please put me down for

2-Kit#1
1-Kit#2

Thanks.

Sly

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: MrC on July 24, 2010,

Hi,

If I can send the money on or after Tuesday, please put me down for 2 kit #1 and 1 kit #2.

Thank you,

--Stacy

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: lonewolf41 on July 24, 2010,

Please put me down for:

2 of Kit #1
1 of Kit #2

Thanks,
-Keith

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: jstjohnz on July 24, 2010,

I would like to get in for 3 #1s and 1 #2 please.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: jstjohnz on July 25, 2010,

Please disregard my prior post. I won't be able to participate in this coop.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: kylec on July 25, 2010,

I'm in for

4 kit 1
1 kit 2

Thanks!
Kyle

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Freebird on July 25, 2010,

Okay without telling wifey until after I get this ordered. ;D I will take 1 KIT 1 and 1 KIT 2.
Thanks

Freebird

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: lonewolf41 on July 25, 2010,

Well thanks to an overly generous slot machine at a local Hollywood casino ;D, I can now afford my other Aether I was needing so please put me down for one more. I need a total of 3 of kit #1.

Thanks,
-Keith

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on July 25, 2010,

I'd like one more #1 Aether kit for a total of 6. Still only 1 kit #2.

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: ronniek on July 25, 2010,

I am leaving the country on the 27 and will not have internet until Aug 5. If I can send you some money before then I will or after just let me know. Sorry for the delay.

Ronniek

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 25, 2010,

Co-Op closed

Locking thread for now

Bill

Title: Re: *******OPEN****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 26, 2010,

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Hi,

If I can send the money on or after Tuesday, please put me down for 2 kit #1 and 1 kit #2.

Thank you,

--Stacy

On or after Tuesday will be fine, I still need to get final quotes in, so I more than likely will not have the final prices back until sometime after Tuesday.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on July 28, 2010,

Two parts quotes have been received, just a few more quotes and then I can get the new costs figured up.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 02, 2010,

I have received all parts quotes as of today. Once I can crunch the numbers I'll get the payment PM's sent out.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 14, 2010,

Payment PM's have been sent.

Some of the Aether parts have a sizable lead time so Co-Op members need to get there payments in ASAP so the orders can be placed.

This thread will now be unlocked.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 14, 2010,

If you did not receive a payment PM please let me know.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 14, 2010,

NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE

Just as I sent the payment PM's I noticed that I forgot to include the cost of the PCB in the kit.
Please check you PM's for a PCB payment PM. Sorry for the confusion.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 14, 2010,

The costs including all Co-Op fees came to

Aether Kit $95.73 each
SMD Solder Kit $36.00 each

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on August 14, 2010,

<la.. Teach some of you to question my less than $100 quote! <wd..

RJ

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: theavguy99 on August 15, 2010,

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<la.. Teach some of you to question my less than $100 quote! <wd..

RJ

Under promise and over deliver is what I always say...!

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 18, 2010,

Sorry for the delay works has been busy the last couple. I plan to look over things again this evening.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: pete peters on August 18, 2010,

Bill;
Have you recieved my PayPal for this Co-Op?
No Rush, Just making sure.
THANKS again for all you do!!!

Pete Peters

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 18, 2010,

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Bill;
Have you recieved my PayPal for this Co-Op?
No Rush, Just making sure.
THANKS again for all you do!!!

Pete Peters

Yes I received It.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 18, 2010,

Payments Received List

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: ronniek on August 18, 2010,

Why don't you show the payment received list on the order list like all the other CO-OPs? It would be so easy for all to see.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 18, 2010,

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Why don't you show the payment received list on the order list like all the other CO-OPs? It would be so easy for all to see.

Sorry been busy, this was the fastest way to post it.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 18, 2010,

If you have a bold P in front of your name on the member list I have your payment

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 19, 2010,

Payments need to be in by Friday August 20 2010 at 8:00 P.M. EST or the order will need to be dropped and those kits will go back up for grabs.
Some of the parts have a big lead time so the orders need to be placed.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: gjbankos on August 20, 2010,

May I be put on a 'wait list' if there is one? Put me down for 1 of each kit if you have a wait list...

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: thshadow on August 20, 2010,

I would open to adopting two ;) if people don't pay for theirs... They would go to a good home....
<la..

Seriously I am open to buying another two if people don't pay on time.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rod R on August 20, 2010,

Bill,

If there are (2) Ather kits avail. I'd be open to picking up two more.

Thanks,

Rod

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: lortiz on August 20, 2010,

I'm willing to adopt one (1) if available.....

Let me know..

Thanks,

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: golights on August 20, 2010,

Bill, I would like to pick up 2 kits and 1 solder kit if you still need to get this going.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: WWNF911 on August 21, 2010,

Hey Bill,

If there are still units that need to find a good home. I'd be willing to adopt another solder kit. :)

Leon

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on August 21, 2010,

Dont know where you stand now Bill, but let me know if their is space for me to add 1 more Aether to my collection.

Thanks

JS

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 21, 2010,

As per my previous post I have some kit #1's and Kit #2's that will be going backup for grabs.
I'll make a post soon. These kits will be first come first serve AFTER I make the post with the Qty's that are available.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: MrC on August 21, 2010,

Did you receive my payment? I don't see a P next to my name.

--MrC

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 21, 2010,

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Did you receive my payment? I don't see a P next to my name.

--MrC

Can you PM me the transaction ID?

Thanks

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: BigVettePimp on August 22, 2010,

Sorry fellow blinky/flashy fans,

Due to changes in personal life must opt out of my purchase.
4- #1
1- #2

Again I am truely sorry. Have already had to part with 4 LEs and dongles.
Will try again after life settles down.
I have tons of ideas to share. PM me if you are interested.
On a side note, Anybody need a fantastic 1.5 watt FM transmitter.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Kwajtony on August 22, 2010,

I could adopt another Kit #1 Let me know.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: encadtech on August 22, 2010,

I would be interested in taking the kit

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 23, 2010,

All payments have been received. The order process can now begin.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 26, 2010,

Some parts orders have been placed
PCB's have been placed on order

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on August 30, 2010,

What kind of lead time is on some of the parts?

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 30, 2010,

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What kind of lead time is on some of the parts?

Not all parts have been ordered yet, But so far of what has been ordered Mouser is trying to get a direct ship of the LED's.
Currently the remaining balance of the LED order is 12 weeks.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: lonewolf41 on August 30, 2010,

I guess this then begs the question as to whether the parts will be here in time to use the Aethers in this year's display. I had planned on using them this year, but it sounds like that might not be the case. If not here, I might need to adjust my show some...including the songs I am planning to use. Even if the sorting and shipping was almost instantaneous, it doesn't sound like we would have parts before early December. Did I figure that right or does that sound accurate?

Thanks,
-Keith

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on August 31, 2010,

Currently there are enough LED's inbound for 43 kits. I will post a status on the remaining LED's when I have it.
I am willing to give all my LED's up and just wait for the others to arrive if needed.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on August 31, 2010,

Is there a wish list of who wants their Aethers sooner rather than later? :-\

This is my first year doing this, and my light display will be pretty weak without them. I've already made all my light sequences myself so far with them in mind, and they pretty well revolve around the Aethers.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rainlover on August 31, 2010,

Bill,
I am willing to wait. I have not incorporated this in to my sequences so I don't need it this year.

John

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: kj77rn on August 31, 2010,

I can wait so those counting on them can have them.

Steve

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: lonewolf41 on August 31, 2010,

I can wait as well since I am still in the early planning stages, but just would like to know one way or the other if possible so I can plan accordingly...thus my previous post.

Also, I have not seen the BOM yet. Can someone point me to it? I thought it was supposed to be posted in the COOP somewhere, but I must have missed it. Or is it in the Wiki? Will have to go back and read the coop rules as I don't remember if they said where to look or not.

Thanks,
-Keith

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Kwajtony on August 31, 2010,

I am willing to wait also, new house has created a lot of work that has nothing to do with blinky flashy.

Tony "C"

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rod R on August 31, 2010,

Bill,

Me too, I can wait if there are others that are counting on getting these.

Rod

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on August 31, 2010,

I feel so sappy saying this but...

For the guys who are willing to hold off on receiving their Aether kits for this year's Christmas light display so more desperate people can enjoy them... you're THE BEST!!!

:D

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: WWNF911 on September 01, 2010,

Hi Bill,

I can wait as well. I'm already out of time. <fp.

Leon

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: PJNMCT on September 01, 2010,

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Currently there are enough LED's inbound for 43 kits. I will post a status on the remaining LED's when I have it.
I am willing to give all my LED's up and just wait for the others to arrive if needed.

Bill

Bill,

Mine can be lower priority if you need it.

-Paul

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Ron on September 01, 2010,

I can wait too Bill, if needed.

Ron

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rdebolt on September 01, 2010,

OK first of all we are talking about Christmas lighting (A Happy-Giving time of the year ;)) so this is not life or death to me! I was really counting on using mine this year, but it is hard to plan for something that you don't have yet! If I could get one built, that would get me by for this year, but I am willing to wait if others are in more need of them. One question though, are the LEDs the only thing that is going to hold up this COOP? If so, is there another place to get the LEDs from (knowing that they are going to be more expensive)? I am sure that I will be building more Aethers than I have ordered, so I would be willing to order my LEDs direct and take the ones from the COOP later. Ok so that was two questions! Anyway you look at it, I can wait if needed!

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Freebird on September 01, 2010,

Bill, I don't mind waiting for the parts to come in. Put me on the "CAN WAIT" list. Thanks,

Freebird

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 01, 2010,

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OK first of all we are talking about Christmas lighting (A Happy-Giving time of the year ;)) so this is not life or death to me! I was really counting on using mine this year, but it is hard to plan for something that you don't have yet! If I could get one built, that would get me by for this year, but I am willing to wait if others are in more need of them. One question though, are the LEDs the only thing that is going to hold up this COOP? If so, is there another place to get the LEDs from (knowing that they are going to be more expensive)? I am sure that I will be building more Aethers than I have ordered, so I would be willing to order my LEDs direct and take the ones from the COOP later. Ok so that was two questions! Anyway you look at it, I can wait if needed!

Alternate vendors have already been looked into, the problem is not these LED's are pretty new and not a lot are in stock anywhere. The order I placed actually drained Mouser of what they had, I did find a small stash with another vendor but the cost was much higher than what Mouser gave use with the bulk pricing.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 01, 2010,

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I can wait as well since I am still in the early planning stages, but just would like to know one way or the other if possible so I can plan accordingly...thus my previous post.

Also, I have not seen the BOM yet. Can someone point me to it? I thought it was supposed to be posted in the COOP somewhere, but I must have missed it. Or is it in the Wiki? Will have to go back and read the coop rules as I don't remember if they said where to look or not.

Thanks,
-Keith

I'm working on getting the BOM posted. The BOM I'm using for this Co-Op is different due to needing to sub parts and getting parts from multiple vendors.
I'll get something added to the post in a bit.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: jnealand on September 02, 2010,

Bill, I have 3 on order. If I could get 1, I would be happy. The other 2 can wait til next year.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on September 02, 2010,

It's nice to see even more people who are willing to wait. There haven't been any messages from other people besides me who were banking on using Aethers in this year's Christmas display. I guess they don't want to sound selfish. :)

Perhaps a PM can be sent out to people asking how badly they want them?

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on September 03, 2010,

Well I for one appreciate those who can wait, but the Aethers were going to be my "main" addition to my show this year. Since I am still in the building up my show phase (do you ever really get out of this stage btw? ;D) these would help.

Bill how are you going to do that since Mousers lead times are sometimes accurate and other times under/over stated? Are you going to ship out some kits early or just wait until everything is in? Seen the posts above reference it, but no "official" reply.

Curious as it helps me plan "something" for this year as I was planning on using the Aethers for Halloween also (purple / orange and white for lightening effects... :D ) and wanted to start doing some sequencing work for it.

Thanks in advance

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 03, 2010,

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Well I for one appreciate those who can wait, but the Aethers were going to be my "main" addition to my show this year. Since I am still in the building up my show phase (do you ever really get out of this stage btw? ;D) these would help.

Bill how are you going to do that since Mousers lead times are sometimes accurate and other times under/over stated? Are you going to ship out some kits early or just wait until everything is in? Seen the posts above reference it, but no "official" reply.

Curious as it helps me plan "something" for this year as I was planning on using the Aethers for Halloween also (purple / orange and white for lightening effects... :D ) and wanted to start doing some sequencing work for it.

Thanks in advance

I am still placing part orders as this is a big Co-Op, other parts than just the LED's are on Back Order but have small lead times. I will not know how things are going to pan out until all parts orders are placed and I have an ideal of what is where.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on September 03, 2010,

Quote from: bill

I am still placing part orders as this is a big Co-Op, other parts than just the LED's are on Back Order but have small lead times. I will not know how things are going to pan out until all parts orders are placed and I have an ideal of what is where.

Bill

Thanks for the quick reply, and sounds like you will have a better understand of what/when in a couple of weeks. I think we all understand how much of an undertaking you committed to by being the COOP manager for this one and we all appreciate it. <res.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rm357 on September 03, 2010,

I can wait as well - I had no plans to use them year. I'm already too far behind schedule to play with the new toys...

I appreciate all the work you are putting into this.

Thanks!
RM

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: tlh on September 05, 2010,

No worries. My nose is barely above the water, so I, too, can wait. Aethers wil have to enhance next year's show.
Terry

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: ronniek on September 05, 2010,

I can wait, i have no plans to use them this year. Always heard don't count your chickens before they hatch. Thanks for all your trouble.

Ronniek

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: jnealand on September 06, 2010,

Well after looking at everything that I still have to do. I have wiped out all thoughts of using an aether in this years show, so feel free to wait until next year for me. Don't kill yourself Bill and don't forget that you have a show to prep for as well. Boy that calendar moves quick.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: castortiu on September 08, 2010,

Is there some news about the LEDs?

I'm counting with at least two from the three since is for each side of my house, if there is doubt about the Aehter to make it, then I need to start building MR16s, which is going to take time since I don't have anything yet.

Cas.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 09, 2010,

Parts are on order. The LED's are still under a 12 week lead time, but many members have said they can hold off, I need to see if there will be enough to send at least one set out to all the remaining members.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: MrC on September 09, 2010,

Bill, pleae put me on the can wait list.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: vairmoose on September 10, 2010,

I too can wait...

Larry

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: bisquit476 on September 10, 2010,

Bill,

I only need 2 of 4, thanks,

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: pete peters on September 10, 2010,

Bill;

I'll wait on my kits till everything is in.

I thank you!

Pete Peters

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on September 11, 2010,

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Parts are on order. The LED's are still under a 12 week lead time, but many members have said they can hold off, I need to see if there will be enough to send at least one set out to all the remaining members.

Bill

As much as I'd love to get all my kits at once, getting one early would be helpful so we can become familar with how to assemble the rest if we receive them in early December. Hopefully I can slap the last ones together in a few hours apiece so this year's Christmas light display can be saved (yay!)--or at least for my post-Christmas pre-New Years display. My first Lynx Express took about 6-8 hours from start to finish with all soldering, second-guessing, mounting, paranoia about doing something wrong, wiring up plugs, etc... while the others took about 3 or 4 hours. I figure that an Aether can be done in less time than that?

Would separate shipments mean different costs, though?

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on September 11, 2010,

I was wondering... the Aether has PIC chips, right? If so, will the ones that come as part of the co-op come pre-programmed? From what I understand, it's a surface-mounted chip? Can you even pre-program them if they're SMT?

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: castortiu on September 12, 2010,

No Idea, but I guess the Aether will have the standard 6 pin connector, so after it is soldered you can program it connecting the Pickit to the Aether itself.

I bet RJ has a SMT socket to pre-program them, or the old school method to keep it push with the finger over the PCB while is been programmed ;D

Cas.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: D56VillageNut on September 12, 2010,

Check the wiki under Aether. In the 4th video of the Aether Video Manual that RJ put together he states that the PICs will not be preprogrammed as he has no way to program surface mount PICs. That is done on the board via the 6 pin ICSP header. His comments about this are at the end of video 4 at around the 31:00 min mark.

Alan T

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on September 12, 2010,

Alan is correct the coop manager would have a hard time programming them for you thats why I made sure to talk about it as we have always programmed the pics for every other coop.

RJ

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 12, 2010,

All parts orders have been placed. Currently waiting to see what items will fall to BackOrder.
The parts to make the MSD kits will be ordered next.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 12, 2010,

Per request a Mouser BOM link has been added to the bottom of the first post.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 17, 2010,

I know that everyone has been waiting for an update, so here is a list of Back Ordered items and the expected ship dates to me.

286 3Watt RGB LED's ETA November 08 2010
286 3Watt RGB LED's ETA November 08 2010
286 3Watt RGB LED's ETA October 15 2010
50 Ecoplungers for the SMD kits 1 week

********BO's that have shipped to Me**************

93 Transformers
63 Transformers
57 Fuses
24 Transformers

*********************************************

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on September 17, 2010,

Thanks for the update Bill.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rod R on September 17, 2010,

Thanks for the update Bill.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: richardb on September 20, 2010,

Where as it would be nice to have these, I'd be happy to have mine when you can ship complete.
I have about 8 more express to build at 2 hours a pop. Just spent 4.5 hours Saturday building 4 tx/rx and 6 or 7 rx boards.
I've got plans for a Halloween display, and am too busy to hav new toys to play with.

So put me at the bottom of the list....

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 21, 2010,

BO dates updated

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on September 22, 2010,

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BO dates updated

Bill

Bill if I am reading your previous post right everything is shipped to you except the LED's? And hopefully Mouser will use the normal magic and get them in stock prior to the BO date.

-JS

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 23, 2010,

LED's and 50 EcoPlungers for the SMD kits.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on September 23, 2010,

I'm dyin' here on my honeymoon in Italy, waiting for the backordered LEDs to come.

P.S. The Gelato in the tiny towns of Varenna and Bellagio is much better than the stuff in Venice which reminds me of just regular ice cream. :P

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: BryanV on September 23, 2010,

Hey Gary While your out of town I paid a visit to your house and took all your lights. Enjoy the rest of your honeymoon now!
Gelato bah humbug

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Post by: Ron on September 23, 2010,

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I'm dyin' here on my honeymoon in Italy, waiting for the backordered LEDs to come.

P.S. The Gelato in the tiny towns of Varenna and Bellagio is much better than the stuff in Venice which reminds me of just regular ice cream. :P

I was there a few months ago and have to agree with you. Bellagio is a great, relaxing town.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on September 24, 2010,

Not to hijack this thread and change the subject... I did stumble upon a place in Venice not too far trom the Rialto Bridge (can't remember the name) that had excellent gelato. I think that the trick to know if it's good or not is to look at the Fragola (Strawberry) gelato that the business sells... if it's pink like Strawberry ice cream at home, it'll taste like strawberry ice cream and the other flavors will be like ice cream. If it's red like strawberry puree, the business sells the good stuff.

Mmmmmmm.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on September 27, 2010,

Hello all

Most of the BO's items that shipped arrived last last week, I plan on starting the sort process by this weekend.
At this point we have LED's and Ecoplungers on BO. But enough of the other items have come in to start the process.

Bill

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Post by: Gary on September 30, 2010,

Great news! Will you first be shipping the kits to those who are hoping to use Aethers in this years upcoming Christmas displays and/or those so committed to this project, that they are checking this web site while on their honeymoon in Italy? ;D

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 03, 2010,

Received shipping notice that another 250 LED's are on the way.

Bill

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Post by: batdive on October 03, 2010,

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Received shipping notice that another 250 LED's are on the way.

Bill

Woohoo...Great update and you will have a lot of bagging to do.. So are you going to take this many (Wireless / Aether) COOPs next year ...HAHAHAH ;D

PS: that means I have a lot of cases to start preping.. DOH

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Post by: Gary on October 06, 2010,

Whoo hoo! Good times are soon coming to all! Well, good times or a bunch of assembly work... depending on how you look at it.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 06, 2010,

I received a notice that the Aether PCB's have arrived, I just need to go pick them up.

Thanks RJ/JJ

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 09, 2010,

I have the PCB's

This is one heavy box ;D

Bill

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Post by: wbuehler on October 11, 2010,

About 30 Hrs went into sorting this weekend. To give an ideal since the SMD parts are hard to identify, once taken out of the main package they are shipped in, each SMD part has to be bagged and labeled for each member. This alone cost over 900+ labels and zip lock bags. The good news is that all NON-ESD and ESD to include all the little SMD parts are sorted. At this point the sorting is in the home stretch of being completed. All the little SMD zip lock bags will be placed into a main ESD bag and then sealed.

Also enough LED's have come in to include enough for all members to be able to assemble at least one kit.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: KeithTarpley on October 11, 2010,

Greetings,,,

Hope everyone appreciates all the time put in on this.

Thanks, Bill...

Keith

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rainlover on October 11, 2010,

Bill,
You are awesome!!
I am inspired by your dedication to this hobby.
Thanks for everything.

John

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rdebolt on October 11, 2010,

Awesome job Bill! What a chore, I cannot even imagine! <res.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: trekster on October 11, 2010,

You The Man! I see a bag with "Trekster" in the 2nd and 3rd pictures. So I guess you might say in is in the bag? Ha Ha. Serious.... Thank you so much for doing the coop.

Ron

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Post by: Rod R on October 11, 2010,

Bill,

Thanks for the update and pics. Hats of to you and your wife for all the hard work. Just so we can get "Blinky Flashy" <res.

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Post by: mcbill on October 11, 2010,

Bill,

Thank you for the many hours you put into this project. Your hard work and dedication is appreciated.

Bill C

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 11, 2010,

Non ESD bag pics.

Caps, heatsinks, leaded resistors...etc...

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 12, 2010,

ALL LED Back Orders Have Been Filled, They have been shipped to me

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: castortiu on October 12, 2010,

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rdebolt on October 12, 2010,

GREAT NEWS BILL!!!! Not to be a downer, but what about the Ecoplungers?

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 12, 2010,

I called today, they should have them tomorrow to be able to ship to me.
Once I know more I'll make a post.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: basis21b on October 12, 2010,

I would swear I just saw the lights dim. Must be everyone trying out their griddles/frying pans...

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 12, 2010,

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I would swear I just saw the lights dim. Must be everyone trying out their griddles/frying pans...

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: pete peters on October 14, 2010,

Bill;

WHAT a MOMUMENTAL job you have done!!
The dedication to the task, to say the least is unbelieveable!!
The logistics and bagging alone are just too much!!!

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!

Pete Peters

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 14, 2010,

I received 318 LED's today
Just 286 more to receive and they will all be here

Bill

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Post by: Gary on October 14, 2010,

Thanks Bill. I can't imagine the amount of work it takes to receive all the orders from the OEMs, split them apart, re-bag them, and piss off everybody behind you at the post office. :D

I would come over to help if I could... BTW... where are you located?

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Post by: batdive on October 15, 2010,

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I would come over to help if I could... BTW... where are you located?

You can click on a user's name and if they have it set up in their profile it will show up. Bill's is listed as: Kannapolis, NC.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 17, 2010,

The final order of LED's should be here this week.
I will call to check on the plungers again tomorrow.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 19, 2010,

I received the last of the LED's today.
All that we need now are the Eco-Plungers.
Once I know the status on them I will post again.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on October 20, 2010,

Funny how we all thought it was the specialized and high-tech LEDs that were going to delay the shipments to co-op members. As it turns out, it's just the eco-plungers.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 20, 2010,

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Funny how we all thought it was the specialized and high-tech LEDs that were going to delay the shipments to co-op members. As it turns out, it's just the eco-plungers.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: richardb on October 20, 2010,

Personally, I hope the Eco-plungers are back ordered until January.
Because of they come in before then, I'll be forced to build my kits and incorporate them into my shows...
:-)

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: castortiu on October 20, 2010,

I really hope not, since they will be one of the main things in my show and I hope I can make them soon.

Cas.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on October 21, 2010,

Ahem. Me too. When I look at my Adjustable Preview window and imagine no Aethers, my light show will quite simply suck.

The Aether MAKES the light show for my house. Full house lighting, a dizzying array of colours to choose from--what else could one ask for?

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 21, 2010,

Well....
Guess What I received Via E-Mail today.....
Yup....

That's right...

A tracking number for the Eco-Plungers

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: KeithTarpley on October 21, 2010,

Greetings,,,

And the crowd goes wild...

Keith

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rod R on October 21, 2010,

WOW!!! Thanks for the heads up Bill. <la..

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on October 21, 2010,

Woohoo... drool... Aether.. lights... flashy thingy... <wd..

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: trekster on October 21, 2010,

And he said "let there be light - and there was light. ;D

It was Aether Light!

Thank You Thank You Thank You

Ron

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rainlover on October 22, 2010,

I hope my wife does't need the griddle. It's gonna be busy.

John

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 25, 2010,

Shipping notices have been sent out in prep for the Eco-Plungers arrival this week.
Please be sure to include your Forum ID with your payment and select "Goods" in the payment options.
As soon as I get the plungers and your shipping payment I will get your box packed and sent out to you.

Thanks

Bill

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Post by: batdive on October 25, 2010,

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Shipping notices have been sent out in prep for the Eco-Plungers arrival this week.
Please be sure to include your Forum ID with your payment and select "Goods" in the payment options.
As soon as I get the plungers and your shipping payment I will get your box packed and sent out to you.

Thanks

Bill

Awesome news Bill... Thanks again for this and other COOPs you have run this year. <res.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: castortiu on October 31, 2010,

Did the Eco-Plungers arrive last week?

Cas.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on October 31, 2010,

I have received the plungers. Sorry for the delay in posts, work has been calling for 14+ hours days lately.
Once I can get the packages packed, I will get the labels complete and then the boxes shipped.

Bill

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Post by: RJ on November 01, 2010,

You are the man!!!!!! <res.

I have money being sent to paypal so I may pay you for the shipping.

RJ

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on November 06, 2010,

I received the e-mail indicating the shipping tracking number. I'm looking forward to getting the package.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on November 06, 2010,

All but two packages have shipped.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: WowMe on November 06, 2010,

I got a second email saying mine was cancelled - the postage was destroyed. ???

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on November 06, 2010,

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All but two packages have shipped.

Bill

woohoo thanks Bill...

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Post by: castortiu on November 06, 2010,

Awesome, thank you for all the work...

Cas.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on November 06, 2010,

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I got a second email saying mine was cancelled - the postage was destroyed. ???

You should have or will receive a second E-Mail. I had to reprint the label for a Monday shipping.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on November 06, 2010,

Bill kudo's to you my friend! <res.

This was a major undertaking with it being all surface mount and so many new part numbers on order and such!

Thanks for the dedication to the forum members to take on and complete such a difficult coop.

RJ

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Post by: MrC on November 06, 2010,

Thank you Bill!

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on November 08, 2010,

As of today all kits have shipped.
I am happy to have all theses boxes out of my house.

Bill

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: bisquit476 on November 08, 2010,

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I am happy to have all theses boxes out of my house.

Thank you Bill,

Got mine today, we are happy to have those boxes out of your house too. ;D

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Post by: Rod R on November 08, 2010,

Bill,

Thanks again for all your effort <res.

Rod

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Post by: basis21b on November 08, 2010,

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As of today all kits have shipped.
I am happy to have all theses boxes out of my house.

Bill

I think this is the understatement of the year. You have to be WELL beyond happy.

Thanks for taking on this project.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: KeithTarpley on November 08, 2010,

Greetings,,,

Great work, Mr Bill!

Keith

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rdebolt on November 08, 2010,

I just received my box!!!!! Thank you Bill! <res. This is going to be fun!

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: jnealand on November 08, 2010,

Surprises in the mail today. Got my box also. Thanks Bill for taking on this co-op.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on November 08, 2010,

got mine also.. Thanks Bill, now where is that griddle.....

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: trekster on November 08, 2010,

I got my box today. Thank you Mr. Bill.

Ron

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on November 08, 2010,

I got my FULL <fp. box of Aether kits today also Thanks Bill. Too bad I will never get them assembled! <wd..

I need to quit work to keep up. Then I would still not have enough time.

RJ

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: vairmoose on November 08, 2010,

And I found a box on the front porch........ Bill, You are da Man!!!!

Excellent packing job..

Now to find those 5x magnifier glasses so that I can place those dots correctly.

Larry

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on November 08, 2010,

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Now to find those 5x magnifier glasses so that I can place those dots correctly.

Larry

<la.. This made me laugh after looking at the "dots". I thought someone said the late 30's is the new 20? Guess eyesight was not part of that equation. LOL

-JS

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on November 08, 2010,

Quick question..

BOM vs Video.. Not sure If RJ made a change from the Beta to the release, but the BOM lists (and we received (2x 1/2 Watt 3.9Ohms 5% Resistor) which is not listed in the sheet RJ has in the video, but I assume it is for R7?

Also R3 shows two places but from my figuring im guessing also another part change to the 1/4 watt 1.0KOhms 1%) was used instead of the 1.2k listed in the build sheet in the video?

If that is the case the latter I got 1 per kit and it shows 2 places for R3?

My list shows the following:'

R1 - SMD 1/4 Watt 100ohms 1%
R2 - SMD 0.36 ohms 1%
R3- *** Guess is 1.0K Ohms
R4 - 1/4 Watt 330 Ohms 1%
R5 - 1/4 Watt 120 Ohms 1%
R6 - 4.7k Ohms 5%
R7 - 3.9 Ohms 5%

First time I have ever touched SMD and trying to work with what I see, (and not since they are so small). So any corrections please let me know.

Thanks in advance

-JS

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: mcbill on November 08, 2010,

Package arrived today - time to get building - Thanks Bill

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Post by: Kwajtony on November 08, 2010,

First, I would like to let you know the package seemed to arrive in good shape today. Second, Wasn't there supposed to be a microscope or something in there so we can see those parts (just kidding). Finally, Thank you.

R,
Tony "C"

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on November 09, 2010,

Here is first sheet of info to help.

There were a few subs. This is Bill's Spreadsheet of what is in the coop and the word doc is a blow up of the locations with a legend.

I have a write up I did on the LED's how to test them as you install to make sure you have them correct but can not find it so I will rewrite it and get it posted asap.

RJ

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Post by: RJ on November 09, 2010,

Here is the other sheet rewritten in a hurry.

RJ

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: BigGunFish on November 09, 2010,

Thank you for the dedication and hard work to get this light out this year. It will really make a difference in the light shows.
I received my box today! looking forward to the assembly.

Many Thanks,

Stephen

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on November 09, 2010,

As happy as I am about the kits being shipped out, I'm kind of bummed that the PIC chips still have to be programmed, since I don't have a PIC programmer. Now I have to drive an hour to go to someone's place to get it done. It would be nice if the PIC chip was soldered in using the through-hole technique, from what I understand like the way LEDs and connectors for the PIC programmer are installed. If you have some through hole stuff to install anyways, why not the PIC chip as well so it could have been pre-programmed?

Or am I missing something here?

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rod R on November 09, 2010,

The box arrived 10 minutes after I posted the last message. Now off to Wally World to get the griddle. Thanks again <la...

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Post by: wbuehler on November 09, 2010,

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As happy as I am about the kits being shipped out, I'm kind of bummed that the PIC chips still have to be programmed, since I don't have a PIC programmer. Now I have to drive an hour to go to someone's place to get it done. It would be nice if the PIC chip was soldered in using the through-hole technique, from what I understand like the way LEDs and connectors for the PIC programmer are installed. If you have some through hole stuff to install anyways, why not the PIC chip as well so it could have been pre-programmed?

Or am I missing something here?

To keep costs low and other reasons a surface mount pic was used since this was the first attempt at a surface mount kit. Since the Pic's are SMD's it did not make possible the ability to pre-program them.

I would strongly suggest to anyone the uses a controller or other products that use Pic's to obtain a pic programmer, they can be obtained between $30.00 ~ $40.00. You never know when you might need to re-program a pic to get a dead controller in your show backup and running again.

Bill

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Post by: WWNF911 on November 09, 2010,

Were all in the same boat Gary but think of the experience we'll get doing some new stuff like SMD. I personally can't wait for the challenge. This is not the first time I've got a lesson from RJ and with any luck and the good lords blessing, it won't be the last.

PS - I'd seriously take this opportunity like Bill said and get a programmer. That in and of itself is another challenge/ learning opportunity. Take it ALL in my friend. It's a gift. :)

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on November 09, 2010,

I'm excited about doing the surface mount stuff, but the timeframe is tight for me to assemble 6 Aethers after going to my brother's place in the U.S. and stay there for 48 hours to pick the kits up to legally avoid paying duties and taxes (hopefully this upcoming weekend), and other stuff going on at work keeping me busy, I'm going crazy here.

I didn't really consider getting a PIC programmer in the past because I didn't think that I'd need one, since this is a DIY web site without the need for special tools other than a soldering iron. I guess everybody has a definition of what a "special tool" is, depending on what you do for a living. I guess a mechanic wouldn't consider a steering wheel puller a special tool. But I sure don't have one.

P.S. Any Canadians here who had stuff shipped to them in Canada directly? Ever deal with duties, taxes, brokerage fees, and all that BS... or is it not as bad as it used to be? I'd like to know for future reference and future orders, because a hassle-free shipment to my place in Canada would have been sweet for my Aether order.

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Post by: RJ on November 09, 2010,

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As happy as I am about the kits being shipped out, I'm kind of bummed that the PIC chips still have to be programmed, since I don't have a PIC programmer. Now I have to drive an hour to go to someone's place to get it done. It would be nice if the PIC chip was soldered in using the through-hole technique, from what I understand like the way LEDs and connectors for the PIC programmer are installed. If you have some through hole stuff to install anyways, why not the PIC chip as well so it could have been pre-programmed?

Or am I missing something here?

http://diylightanimation.com/index.php?topic=3122.150

I believe you knew many many months ago that you needed one. your post starts halfway down the page.

I also believe everyone was told up front over and over that the parts had long lead times and this coop could run long.

I wish all it cost me was $40 to develop them for everyone. Try $1600, Thats over $300 for each set of proto pcbs and parts although I did end up with one useable Aether when I was done. But then I still end up paying the same price for the 7 I ordered on the coop as you.

The $40 pic programmer and other little issues would look pretty good to me in comparison.

RJ

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on November 09, 2010,

Here is an updated copy of the Aether Parts Legend.

You will be missing one 1.0K resistor from the kit. But this is not a show stopper, the 1.0K is used in two places on the PCB one for the Green Led the Other for the Mosfet that controls the optional fan. If you are not going to use the optional Fan you are OK, if you are going to use the Fan you will need to get another 1.0K resistor.

The 1.0K that is tied to the fan Mosfet is the R3 that is to the right of the Pic chip next to the Mosfet. The one that works with the green LED is the R3 that is next to the spot for the green LED. The kits were only charged for one 1.0K resistor not two.

Bill

Bump

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: packetbob on November 09, 2010,

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P.S. Any Canadians here who had stuff shipped to them in Canada directly? Ever deal with duties, taxes, brokerage fees, and all that BS... or is it not as bad as it used to be? I'd like to know for future reference and future orders, because a hassle-free shipment to my place in Canada would have been sweet for my Aether order.

For parts both Mouser and Digikey ship direct to Canada with no duty or brokerage fees. Digikey charges $8.00 for shipping and Mouser doesn't charge anything for orders over $200.00...

I have had several DIY kits shipped (LE's, Aeon, Dongle PCBs) via US postal service and never had to deal with duty or anything... Same with various orders direct from some US diy members, again shipped via the US postal shipping boxes rather than via a courier...

Mind you it takes a bit longer as my Aethers have yet to show up across the line......

Bob

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: batdive on November 10, 2010,

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Here is an updated copy of the Aether Parts Legend.

You will be missing one 1.0K resistor from the kit. But this is not a show stopper, the 1.0K is used in two places on the PCB one for the Green Led the Other for the Mosfet that controls the optional fan. If you are not going to use the optional Fan you are OK, if you are going to use the Fan you will need to get another 1.0K resistor.

The 1.0K that is tied to the fan Mosfet is the R3 that is to the right of the Pic chip next to the Mosfet. The one that works with the green LED is the R3 that is next to the spot for the green LED. The kits were only charged for one 1.0K resistor not two.

Bill

Awesome Bill thanks didn't want to cook it until I knew. Any chance to get this thrown up on the WIKI to make it easy to grab?

-JS

Edit: Bill can you throw on the R7? (its missing from the list) R7 - 3.9 Ohms 5%.

Time to start cooking...woohoo

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on November 10, 2010,

Added the R7 sorry for missing it.

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Post by: batdive on November 10, 2010,

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Added the R7 sorry for missing it.

Awesome work btw Bill on this and all the very "large" coops you have undertaken this year. Thank you and bet with all the boxes that have come and gone from your house you have felt like you have moved a couple times? LOL.

-JS

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Rainlover on November 10, 2010,

Got to work today after a couple days off and my Aether kit was sitting on my desk. I opened it up and looked in the bags and immediately ordered a more powerful set of cheaters. Maybe I should get a jewelers loupe. I hope I don't sneeze during assembly.
I don't know if I will get this integrated in to my display this year, but I look forward to using it.
Thanks to RJ for his design and thanks to Bill for doing the coop.

John

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: egenoup on November 15, 2010,

Bill,

Thanks for running this COOP. I have received my box of stuff. Excellent job in running and keeping us up-to-date on the progress. Thanks to RJ for designing this device for all of our enjoyment!
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Egenoup

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: rcouto on November 16, 2010,

Aethers have finally made their way to Canada.

Received my package today.

I too am thankful for all the work that went in the design and work surrounding this product and COOP. I am looking forward to give surface mount a try.

For the benefit of some other Canuck members, please note that it cost me an additionnal $10 per kit in customs and duties. ($50 for 5 kits)

Cheers!
Ricardo

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: Gary on November 16, 2010,

Okay, I broke down and ordered a Pickit 3. It should be coming directly to my place in Canada in a week or so (none of this driving down to Seattle to my brother's nonsense during these tight time schedules). So, now I shouldn't have to drive an hour each way going to Packetbob's place to program my PIC chips... and then knowing my luck, I'd have to make a few trips because of some unforeseen problems.

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: cpnbnanamn on November 16, 2010,

I hope there's gonna be another coop for this device next year. MORE BLINKY, I SAY!!

-Roger

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: bisquit476 on November 16, 2010,

here, here, to more blinky >.d9

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: RJ on November 16, 2010,

Depends on if a coop manager steps up to do one.

RJ

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: thshadow on November 17, 2010,

Got mine.. In the process of building them.. Awesome job Bill... Thanks for all the hardwork that went into this...

- Mike

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: packetbob on November 18, 2010,

Got mine...
Another package made it to Canada...
Cost me $34.03 for two kits though....
This was just for GST/HST taxes and a $5 handling fee from Canada post...
Better than the $30-$40 handling fee that UPS or FedEx charge.....

Title: Re: *******CLOSED****Lynx Aether Co-Op*************
Post by: wbuehler on December 01, 2010,

Moved to finished section

Bill

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Store => Finished COOPS => Topic started by: wbuehler on July 12, 2010,