On Tue, Feb 08, 2011 at 11:38:47AM -0800, Ubu Sumner wrote: > I'm thinking about a project that would control a dozen or even two > dozen small devices in real time, possibly synchronized with a sound > track. 1.5-4.5 volts either analog or discrete. I don't know what to call > this device to Google-shop, but presume there is an active market for > laboratories or hobbyists. Is there any sort of interface available on > the new generation hand-held devices for running this kind of controller? > > I'd prefer a USB interface amenable to both laptop and desktops rather > than a PCI-type interface. > > And, as long as I'm buying this, I might be interested in the ability > to sample data with various sensors as well, discrete and analog, > since that would make the device more robust for future projects not > yet conceived. Cost is a big factor here so I'd consider re-purposing > mass marketed devices designed for other uses (just can't think of any). > > Does anyone have lab experience running these kinds of things? What > programs are used? Where do you shop for this? Is there a hobbyist market > for these? What kind of projects have you made or thought about making > with these kinds of devices? Bruce, Check out http://www.phidgets.com/ florin -- Bruce Schneier expects the Spanish Inquisition. http://geekz.co.uk/schneierfacts/fact/163 -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: application/pgp-signature Size: 189 bytes Desc: not available URL: <http://mailman.mn-linux.org/pipermail/tclug-list/attachments/20110208/7614afb8/attachment.pgp>