Hi Adam
On 04/02/13 20:13, Dr A. J. Trickett wrote:
> I currently have an Ethernet switch under the TV,
I run mine with a Edimax USB WIFI dongle which OpenElec just worked with
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> It seems to make sense that a RPi Model B makes sense, it would be
> small, silent and fun - it appeals to my inner geek. I've a few questions:
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> 1) Where is the best place to get one? Maplin or Farnell or RS?
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I got mine from RS - I couldn't really complain although I would have
like more in the way of tracking and communication from them.
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> 2) What else does it need?
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> An SD card for the OS and local storage
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RS sell a pre-loaded SD card, although I didn't choice, I had a spare
2GB SD which I have loaded OpenElec and Raspbian without issue
> A case
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I opt'd for one these and it does the job ok
http://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/processor-microcontroller-development-kits/7644385/
Lego seems to be another popular option
> A USB power supply
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I powered the pi from the USB port on the TV, not an option on the
current TV I'd imagine but something to consider moving forward.
However as soon as you start a few USB devices then a powered USB hub
seems to be required, I did use mine with a webcam and motion for a bit,
I found I could power the pi of the powered USB hub and then loop it
back onto the HUB for accessing the webcam.
> A USB keyboard and mouse if you want to drive it directly
>
I have only used a USB keyboard for installations, after that I have
done everything remotely.
Hope this helps
Rgds
Peter.
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