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Avulon · 4th November 2018, 11:24

The Arduino is actually very useful for making lights flash / bells ring and etc. Is also cheaper and just connects to your PC/laptop with a USB cable to program (you write the programs called 'sketches' on the PC and transfer them to the arduino). You don't need to learn Linux or anything to get going - so might be a good option for you. Also I should've added to the need for RPi list is a good power supply, something the Arduino can be very tollerant about what PSU you use - and powers via the usb when connected

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4th November 2018, 11:24	#5
Avulon This is my second home 1.8t Tourer Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tanelorn Posts: 4,830 Thanks: 956 Thanked 1,148 Times in 916 Posts	The Arduino is actually very useful for making lights flash / bells ring and etc. Is also cheaper and just connects to your PC/laptop with a USB cable to program (you write the programs called 'sketches' on the PC and transfer them to the arduino). You don't need to learn Linux or anything to get going - so might be a good option for you. Also I should've added to the need for RPi list is a good power supply, something the Arduino can be very tollerant about what PSU you use - and powers via the usb when connected . __________________ Need a T4 ?: T4 Owners Map thanks to Stevestrat ( use at your own risk) Where?: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanelorn Mods/Retrofits: PCV vortex 'filter'; bluetooth; inline thermostat; reversing sensors; plenum spyhole ; headlamp washers ; Diy mp3 player replacing CD multichanger; FBH with remote; Headlamp washers; black/chrome front grille, rear blind; Xenon projectors To do: puddle lights; 2 Din cd/nav to fit; boot release button