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--- wiring_soldering [2016/04/04 21:42] – dwallace
+++ wiring_soldering [2016/04/04 22:21] (current) – dwallace
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 **Amplifier Audio Output**
-In order to route the audio output from the amplifier, we are going to want to create some wires that can attach to the audio posts included in this build. To do this, we will solder on the gold ring connectors included with the posts. Simply solder the wires on as shown below (left, and then add heatshrink to these connections to keep them safe from failure (shown below, right). The assembly section has instructions on how to attach there to the audio posts.
+In order to route the audio output from the amplifier, we are going to want to create some wires that can attach to the audio posts included in this build. To do this, we will solder on the gold ring connectors included with the posts. Simply solder the wires on as shown below (left, and then add heatshrink to these connections to keep them safe from failure (shown below, right). The assembly section has instructions on how to attach these to the audio posts.
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 Note: this uses 5 each instead of 3, but the principle is the same.
-If you do different colors, make sure that you adjust for the different voltages using the appropriate resistors for the color and number of LEDs
+If you do different colors, make sure that you adjust for the different voltages using the appropriate resistors for the color and number of LEDs. Additionally, I recommend increasing the voltage of the system by connecting two batteries in series, as shown below. \\ \\ {{ https://i.imgur.com/KRjPQLa.jpg?500x500 }}
+After the circuit is all tested and good, you can start soldering it together. The end circuit should like these pictures:\\ \\ {{https://i.imgur.com/Gm7XneE.jpg?400x400 }} {{ https://i.imgur.com/QwZV0WS.jpg?400x400}}
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+The input opposite the transistor is for power from the LEDs, the input to the left of the power is for the audio, and the input to the right of the power is for the LEDs. Make sure that this circuit follows the same paths as the circuit established in the breadboard.
+**LEDs**
+You will want to wire up the LEDs in series as shown below: \\ \\ {{ https://i.imgur.com/X5kecOv.jpg?500x500 }}
+\\ Make sure to connect the LEDs anode-to-cathode (long leg to short leg).
+**Full Wiring**
+After all of the soldering and circuits are finished, you will want to wire everything together with the lengths of wire required to traverse the pipes in mind. Make sure that all of your connections are well made, run the proper length for the pipes, and that they have the proper insulation on them (heatshrink or electrical tape).
+Make sure to wire up the speaker from the audio post up to the top of the pipe. You can solder the connections directly onto the speaker's terminals. Also, make sure that you are using the conduit as a hiding place for your wires that traverse up the pipes.
+Since the audio output from the aux cord shares a common ground for each side of the speaker, we will use this space to implement a power switch for the LED circuit. Wire the switch as shown below: \\ \\ {{ https://i.imgur.com/6c5WBG9.jpg?500x500 }} \\
+Note: make sure to have the wire coming from the audio jack to the switch, then splitting out to each individual circuit.
+Once you are finished with all of the wiring, you can test your final product and move onto the finishing touches!