Ren24LV Parts Group Buy

[RichF]

Group Buy Rules: read before posting in this thread

By participating in this Group Buy all participants agree to release www.doityourselfchristmas.com, it’s Owners, Administrators, Moderators or any other staff of any and all liability and waive all rights I may have under all laws and governing bodies. By posting in this thread you agree you are entering a binding contract between the Organizer and the Participant.

As per coop rules, this coop is limited to 50 participants or 150 Part kits. If either of those limits are reached to coop will be closed.

Details as are follows:

This group buy is for the ren24lv parts kits. Each kit will contain the BOM listed below. The kit price is based on a minimum quantity of 60 already accounted for in the Interest thread.


Each Parts kit is $24.50

This price includes the paypal fees of 3.6% for the transactions.


My paypal address is rlfennig(at)cox.net remove change the (at) to @


Shipping for each user in the US is based on the number of Kits.

1-2 Kits $5.95 Priority Mail
3-5 Kits $10.70 Priority Mail
6-10 Kits $14.50 Priority Mail

outside of the US you can use http://ircalc.usps.gov/ to calculate postage or PM me.

This coop will run for 3 weeks and end on 5 March 2010 so I can receive parts and have them shipped out to arrive with the boards shipped from fkostyun.


Also if anyone will need the PIC chips programed before sending let me know when I send you the payment address.

Part kits will be shipped by Priority mail and shipping price quoted if for US only. Anyone wishing to participate in this group buy who does not reside in the United States needs to PM me for a shipping quote.

Shipping is as follows:
1-2 Kits 5.95 Priority Mail
3-5 Kits $10.70Priority Mail
6-10 Kits 14.50 Priority Mail
Any kits over 11 and over will be shipped in the most economical method to the recipient.



Please post your orders in this thread. I will be sending PMs with my PayPal address once I confirm your order.
The list of users below are those who expressed interest in a ren24lv parts group buy If you would like to be taken off this list you can pm me or post here. Or if your not listed and would like to become a member of this coop post the qty of kits your interested in.



BOM
1 838-3FD-316 "Power Transformers 16VCT@0.15A 8V@0.3A Dual Primary"
4 571-1-390261-5 "IC Sockets 18P ECONOMY TIN"
4 511-ULN2803A "ULN2803A Darlington Arrays Eight NPN Array"
1 571-7969495 "Eurostyle Terminal Blocks 5.08MM VERTICAL 5P wire protector"
2 595-SN75176BP "RS-485 Interface ICs Bus Diff"
1 511-L7805CV "Voltage Regulators 5.0V 1.0A Positive"
1 821-DB102G "DB102G Rectifier Bridge 1A 100V
1 532-7136DG "Heatsink TO-220 VERT 19.7 TR"
3 271-27K-RC "1/4W 1% Metal Film Resistors 27Kohms 1% 50PPM"
4 271-1K-RC "1/4W 1% Metal Film Resistors 1Kohms 1% 50PPM"
1 271-120-RC "1/4W 1% Metal Film Resistors 120ohms 1% 50PPM"
1 625-1N4001-E3 "1N4001 Standard Rectifiers 50V 1A"
1 78-1N5239B "1N5239B Zener Diodes 9.1 Volt 0.5 Watt"
1 78-1N5229B "1N5229B Zener Diodes 4.1 Volt 0.5 Watt"
1 782-H11AA1 "H11AA1 Optocouplers Bi-Directional Input"
1 520-TCF1843-X "Full Size Crystal Clock Oscillators DIP-14 5V 18.432MHz"
1 140-HTRL25V1000-RC "Radial Electrolytic Capacitors 25V 1000uF"
2 140-HTRL25V10-RC "Radial Electrolytic Capacitors 25V 10uF"
2 534-3517 "Fuse Clips and Holders PC FUSE CLIP 5MM"
1 504-GMA-15 "5mm x 20mm Fast Acting Fuses 125VAC 15A Fast Acting"
3 579-PIC16F688-I/P "PICmicro MCUs 7KB 256 RAM 12 I/O"
4 604-WP63ID "LED Standard HI EFF RED DIFFUSED"
2 604-WP1503GD "LED Standard GREEN DIFFUSED"
5 271-680-RC "1/4W 1% Metal Film Resistors 680ohms 1% 50PPM"
5 581-SA105E104MAR "Axial Ceramic Capacitors 50volts 0.1uF"
1 571-9-146281-0 "AMPMODU Breakaway Headers 40 P HEADER GOLD"
7 571-2-382811-1 "AMPMODU MOD. IV Connectors ECONOMY SHUNT"
2 571-1-390261-2 "IC Sockets 8P ECONOMY TIN"
3 571-1-390261-3 "IC Sockets 14P ECONOMY TIN"
2 571-1-390261-1 "IC Sockets 6P ECONOMY TIN"
8 571-5556416-1 "Modular Jacks 8 PCB TOP ENTRY"

Potential Participants
Bold = Confirmed Participants

username - quantity
Richf 2 PAID Hand Delivered
folksy 2 PAID Shipped 3/31/10
jondwste 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
bobkeyes 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
DIY Guy 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
Skunberg 4 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
Alanp 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
tlorek 3 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
Mudsculpter 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
akonman 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
Dragon88 4 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
kychristmas 2 PAIDShipped 4/12/10
Billad 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
rdartist 10 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
mikeh65 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
rokkett 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
wirewrap 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
cpcoaster 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
mheuer 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
Davidhenry 5 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
afroopuff 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
RKhanso 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
Slashdude 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
brandoon 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
mmulvenna 5 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
RavingLunatic 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
Jimbo3301 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
PMCPA 3 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
fathead 4 P PAIDShipped 3/31/10
Braveit1 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
Cbell 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
Marble 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
Michael Sullivan 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
Musicman 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
cypress1138 6 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
mj ferry 1 PAIDShipped 3/22/2010
deplanche 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
dirknerkel 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
joshschaf 4 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
chicken 7 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
elmo2resc 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
maffeirw 5 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
chilli pepper 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
blake_l 4 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
standinginawe85 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
mschell 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10
tmhoward 2 PAIDShipped 3/31/10

Current Confirmed kits to buy count is 117 With 46 participants.

[jonedwste]

You can count me in for two! Send info and I'll pay.

Thanks, Jon

[bobkeyes]

I'm in for my 1.

Thanks for doing this.

[kychristmas]

I would like 2 Kits Please

[cpcoaster]

I'm in for my 2.

Thanks for doing this.
Ken

[rkhanso]

1 for me, please.
Does this include the board? Or do I need to order one of those from Frank in addition to this group buy?

[folksy]

I am officially in for 2 kits.

Thanks Rich

When you have a chance please provide payment information.


Jason

[folksy]

rkhanso,

You would have to purchase the board separately from frank.

Jason

[Slashdude]

I would like 1 kit please.

Thanks for doing this!
-Mark

...The start of the conversion for LoR to Vixen!

[WireWrap]

Confirming that I am in for one (1) kit. Thanks, Rich, for all your efforts, past and yet to come.



:)

[alanp]

Hi Rich, I'm still good for two kits. I assume this does not include the pc boards, because I all ready have two from Frank that I bought earlier.

Thanks Alan

[mmulvenna]

Hi, I am in for 5 parts kits. Send me the paypal info and I will submit payment.

[rokkett]

Claiming my two... ;)

[Dragon88]

Confirm, still want 4

[brandoon]

I am in for 2 please. Thank you.

[tlorek]

I'm in for 3 kits.

Thanks!

[tlorek]

I'm in for 3 kits.

Thanks!

Woops, just realized that you had me down already!!

[jonedwste]

Woops, just realized that you had me down already!!

He had you down already as "interested" from a previous thread.. now he needs to know if you are still good for the amount you showed interest in... or if you want to add a few or take a few off..

[rdartist]

Hit me again dealer!
rdartist still interested in (gulp) 10.

[RichF]

Please keep the requests coming. As I said in the intro post I will let everyone know where to send the paypal to near the end of the coop.

[theoldgeezer]

2 kits please.

[mmulvenna]

What power supply is everyone using for the 24LV? Got a link?

[jonedwste]

What power supply is everyone using for the 24LV? Got a link?

I think this is what some of us are using...
http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/9590

I will be using it for the board and the portafloods... (If i am not mistaken)

[DIY Guy]

Confirm me for 2, sir!

[RavingLunatic]

count me in for 2 kits

[Skunberg]

Confirming my three. Thank you!

[folksy]

Not sure what the delta in shipping is but here is the same pwr supply for 5 dollars less

http://www.mpja.com/prodinfo.asp?number=16854+PS

[akonkman]

I'm still in for 1 kit, please. Thanks!

[Afroopuff]

I am in for my one! sorry to probably make the system More complicated by only getting 1... but thanks for doing it!

[mheuer]

Confirm my 1 set on the list.

Thanks for doing this!

[jonedwste]

Current Confirmed to buy count is 53

Seems to be 55, not 53 :)
(unless something is bold that isnt supposed to be...)

[RichF]

Yes the number is 53. I had listed two people twice.

[Mudsculpter]

Please bump mine to two kits

[yosemite]

looks like I'm to late. while trying to decide about the renard 24 kits its looks like I missed the boat. I'm a newbie, will there be another group buy for these? I'm looking for 2 kits to start.

yosemite

[kychristmas]

I don't think you are too late. Are you sure you want the Ren24LV Parts? Have you ordered Boards yet?


looks like I'm to late. while trying to decide about the renard 24 kits its looks like I missed the boat. I'm a newbie, will there be another group buy for these? I'm looking for 2 kits to start.

yosemite

[yosemite]

no I did'nt , i was going to buy both but i read a posting that said the coop was over if its not how do i get to the right place ?

[jonedwste]

no I did'nt , i was going to buy both but i read a posting that said the coop was over if its not how do i get to the right place ?

Just post in this thread, just as you did the last to messages.. and say how many part kits you want. he will email you with payment info.

[jimbo3301]

Hello

Please add me to you list for 1 kit.

Thanks

[mmulvenna]

Hello

Please add me to you list for 1 kit.

Thanks

In reading your original post it appears that you are referencing the Renard24 and not the Ren24 LV. There is a coop buy for both boards but this thread is the coop for the parts fro the LV (Low voltage).

In either case remember you will also need to get the enclosure(s) and in the case of the LV a power supply.

Good luck and welcome to the crazy world of DIY Blinky-Flashy:)

[LabRat]

In either case remember you will also need to get the enclosure(s) and in the case of the LV a power supply.


I think you had better clarify that statement. I don't believe the LV requires a power supply, as I have two of them plugged directly into the wall. So.. what was it you were trying to say?? :confused:

[fathead45]

could you put me down for 4 kits?

[mmulvenna]

I think you had better clarify that statement. I don't believe the LV requires a power supply, as I have two of them plugged directly into the wall. So.. what was it you were trying to say?? :confused:

Apparently I have been misinformed. I was told to get the larger enclosure so it would hold the DC power supply. I guess now I am the one that is confused.:confused::confused:

[mmulvenna]

I think you had better clarify that statement. I don't believe the LV requires a power supply, as I have two of them plugged directly into the wall. So.. what was it you were trying to say?? :confused:

Reference this thread post # 23. I guess now I am the one who is confused:confused::confused:. Also I was told to get the larger enclosure so it would hold the DC power supply.

EDIT: Sorry for the double post..... Old age you know....

[jimbo3301]

In reading your original post it appears that you are referencing the Renard24 and not the Ren24 LV. There is a coop buy for both boards but this thread is the coop for the parts fro the LV (Low voltage).

In either case remember you will also need to get the enclosure(s) and in the case of the LV a power supply.

Good luck and welcome to the crazy world of DIY Blinky-Flashy:)

mmulvenna

What original post? 2010 will be my third year of blinky-flashy.

Cheers

[mmulvenna]

mmulvenna

What original post? 2010 will be my third year of blinky-flashy.

Cheers

Once again another senior moment, I quoted the wrong post i should have quoted this one from yosemiti post # 34 http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10929&page=4

[dirknerkle]

Once again another senior moment...

I can relate. My senior 'moments' are beginning to turn into 'weekends.' :roll:

[jonedwste]

I was told to get the larger enclosure so it would hold the DC power supply.

It depends on what you are using the ren24lv for. It comes with a power supply but if you are wanting to run portafloods or some other low voltage thing with it also, then you would skip the on board power supply and just use the external supply which you probably are using and it will sit next to your controller in the larger enclosure(if thats the way you want to do it)..

That is how I will be doing it.

I guess it comes down to "What will yosemite be using the controller for and is he looking at the correct ren24 for what he is needing"...

Hope I haven't confused things too much...

'nough 'bout this.. Let's get some more orders in y'all!

Jon

[jimbo3301]

mmulvenna and dirk

My senior moments have advanced to CRS. Ugh......

Cheers

[yosemite]

I am just starting the first year . This will be my first shot at blinky -flashy lights. I would like to start with a renard unit for the flexibility to add on as I grow. I 'm not sure exactly what I want - What is the difference between the renard ss and the lv. other than the obvious will it control mini-lights and some LED's .thats what I have to work with right now and will probably add on as I go. Any recommendations would be appriciated

yosemite

[kychristmas]

I am just starting the first year . This will be my first shot at blinky -flashy lights. I would like to start with a renard unit for the flexibility to add on as I grow. I 'm not sure exactly what I want - What is the difference between the renard ss and the lv. other than the obvious will it control mini-lights and some LED's .thats what I have to work with right now and will probably add on as I go. Any recommendations would be appriciated

yosemite

We can't tell where you live. Are you in the U.S.? Down Under? That would help in determining which controllers are available for you to use.

[jonedwste]

The renard SS will controll the strings of lights(both mini and LED). Typically the LV is used for controlling specialty items such as the might minis, portafloods, superstrips, etc...

If you want to just control strings of lights, I would go with the Renard 8, 16 or 24 SS. You could also do a Renard 24 or Renard 64. I have only built the Ren24SS and it was simple, cannot speak for the others.

There will be a group buy for the SS's coming up starting the 1st of March probably..

[jonedwste]

We can't tell where you live.

I'm guessing central california.. or just a lover of Yosemite.. or just a really cool name..

[theoldgeezer]

Please remove my 2 kits. I need them for Franks other board. There are too many Ren24s around now.

[folksy]

Reference this thread post # 23. I guess now I am the one who is confused. Also I was told to get the larger enclosure so it would hold the DC power supply.

EDIT: Sorry for the double post..... Old age you know....

You would only need the external power supply like the one from here

http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/9590

or

http://www.mpja.com/prodinfo.asp?number=16854+PS

if you are planning to run something other the then the external SSRs either AC or DC. One example if you wanted to pwr mighty minis from the REN24 LV.

I hope this clarifies and does not confuse anyone any more then I have been.

[pmcpa]

I'm in for 3 kits w/ pre-programmed PIC

[yosemite]

Sorry for the confusion. I'm from the middle of the mitten (michigan) I did some reasearch on the renard cards in the wiki after I realized there were more the one kind . Right now I'd like to keep it pretty simple so I think the renard ss24 boards are going to suit the need for now . I'm sure I'll be adding on so its good to know what to use each board for. Everyones help is greatly appriciated as I know I'll be asking a lot of questions once this gets rolling. By the the yosemite comes from my favorite cartoon chracter (Yosemite Sam) and yes my name is Sam

I'll keep an eye out for the coop for the ss24
thanks

[RichF]

yosemite

there is a renss24 parts coop on now. It is in the group buy section.

[jonedwste]

yosemite

there is a renss24 parts coop on now. It is in the group buy section.

oh yeah.. I forgot about that one :)

[DavidHenry]

In for 4 kits.

[mikeh65]

Sorry for the late response. Count me in for my one.

[Braveit1]

I'd like one kit also.

[RichF]

71 Kits preordered and 2 weeks to go. If you want to participate in this buy join in. remember this is for the ren24lv Low voltage controller for use in DC applications or controlling external SSR's

[cbell]

I'm using my LV's to control individual high power LEDs, so I don't need some of the parts, but when I priced it out on Mouser with just the parts I need, it is only $2 less then this group buy, so I might as well get all the parts just in case I change my mind on how I'm using my LVs.

I'm in for 2 kits please.

[marble42]

count me in for two

[Michael Sullivan]

I will take 2

[Musicman]

Put me down for 1 and programmed please.

Thanks

Ron

[cypress1138]

Better late then never! Sorry it took me so long to post (negotiations with the wife) but please put me down for 6 kits. Thanks so much for organizing this!

[RichF]

Hey no Problem We have another week.

[mj_ferry]

Id like one kit.
Thanks
Michael :cool:

[deplanche]

Please put me down for 2 kits with programming for PICs.

[RichF]

Ok Guys only 7 more days of this coop and I will place my order to my suppliers. If you are in the coop already please verify your qty. I have everyone posted on the first post in bold. If you want to increase or decrease let me know either via pm or posting here. At the close of the coop time on Friday I will make the orders and by Monday I should have full costs to be able to post final prices. As we are 20+ over the original posted price we are cheaper then originally expected and I will PM everyone with the costs.

It will take me a little while to sort parts but if you want a live web feed to the parts sorting I can supply that to you in a PM.

Thanks to everyone who is in the coop and everyone who wants to join yet.

[fathead45]

im happy with my 4. by my math off the bom that frank has on mouser its roughly 27 bucks a kit. they were showing a few backordered items though and some items that will be in there end of life soon:(

thanks for your work

[dirknerkle]

I'll go in for two kits. Thanks for organizing it.

-dave

[mmulvenna]

Confirming 5 kits. Thanks for organizing...:D:D

[keebler]

when do you need payment?, and when do you expect to have all items ready for shipment to us?

i am interested in 5-8 sets depending on when you need payment

[RichF]

Payment will come after I order and get accurate shipping costs. I am figuring just over a week to sort and get shipped out.

[DavidHenry]

I'd like to increase my count by 1 for a total of 5.

[Elmo2resc]

Put me in for 2 please.
Thanks, Jerome

[chicken]

RichF count me in for 7 kits. No programming needed.

[joshschaf]

RichF, please add me in for 4. I just got the PCBs in franks LV CoOp.

Thanks
-jds

[folksy]

Rich,

Confirming my two that I previously ordered.

Thanks,

Jason

[keebler]

so when are you planning on ordering?

[keebler]

is there a wiki page on this particular board?
ren24lv

how different is it from the renss24?

[cbell]

is there a wiki page on this particular board?
ren24lv

how different is it from the renss24?

http://christmasinshirley.com/wiki/index.php?title=24_Channel_Renard_without

It is quite different from the SS24 in that it doesn't have on board SSRs, it is designed to use external SSRs (SSRez, SSRoz, DCSSR, etc.) or to control small DC loads directly. Frank is using some to control his Mighty Mini Flood lights directly, without SSRs.

It will however talk to all of the other Renards, so you can place one of these in line with an SS24, etc, and they will all function together.

[fathead45]

well i might order another 2 sets but i have to wait an see final cost lol. 6 sets might be alot for me right now.

[chilli_pepper]

I'd like to order 2. Thanks.

[maffeirw]

Please put me down for 5. Thanks

[mmulvenna]

I think this is what some of us are using...
http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/9590

I will be using it for the board and the portafloods... (If i am not mistaken)

Has anyone started a group buy on the power supply?

[blake_l]

I am in for (4) kits.

Thanks!

[jonedwste]

Has anyone started a group buy on the power supply?

Not that anyone is aware of yet..

[RichF]

All there are still a few open spaces for members left in this coop. Currently we have 44 members participating.

[StandingInAwe85]

I'm in for two. PM me your e-mail and total amount and payment will be sent. Thanks.

[marble42]

confirming my order for two(2) kits

[mmulvenna]

Confirm my 5....

[RichF]

NO need to reconfirm unless you are changing you qtys. Thanks for keeping this post allive. I have been price shopping this AM and was really supprised how far vendors were able to go to get our buissness.

[mschell]

Sign me up for 2 kits. I have a project using the SuperStrips, and assuming I can make this work with the DMX firmware, I'll be good to go.

I can program PICs, if that makes any difference...

Mark

[RichF]

Just 2 days left to join this group buy. I will be placing the order on Friday.

[tmhoward]

Please put me down for 2 kits

[Skunberg]

Rich, make my order 4 kits rather than 3.
Thank's!

[RichF]

Its getting time for last call only a few hours left. I will be placing the order tomorrow

[RichF]

This Coop is now closed and the order had been made to the supliers. I will be posting the price per kit by COB Tuesday 9 March 2010.

[RichF]

All parts ordered only one item on back order.

520-TCF1843 this is the Crystal and Both suppliers are expecting replenishment mid March.

[mmulvenna]

This Coop is now closed and the order had been made to the supliers. I will be posting the price per kit by COB Monday 8 March 2010.

Hi Rich,
Dont mean to sound pushy but do you have a price and where to send payment?

Thanks for doing this:-):-):-)

[RichF]

I am waiting on one more shipping price and I as soon as I have it I will post.

Currently all parts on on there way to me with the exception of the oscillators as they are back ordered from mouser. They will receive them on March 17 and send them out the next business day.

[mmulvenna]

I am waiting on one more shipping price and I as soon as I have it I will post.

Currently all parts on on there way to me with the exception of the oscillators as they are back ordered from mouser. They will receive them on March 17 and send them out the next business day.


Okay, thanks again for putting in all the effort......

[RichF]

Yes it is alot of effort to do one of these. Shopping for parts and such is alot of work. I had a message from the wife that 2 boxes arrived this AM. I will have the price posted tonight.

[alanp]

Hi Rich,

Thanks for all your work and time.

I'm in no hurry for my parts, if you want to wait until the oscillators come in and then ship the whole order that would be fine with me.

Also just let me know what the total will be and I'll get you paid now, so your not on the hook for the bill.

Thanks
Alan

[mmulvenna]

Hi Rich,

Thanks for all your work and time.

I'm in no hurry for my parts, if you want to wait until the oscillators come in and then ship the whole order that would be fine with me.

Also just let me know what the total will be and I'll get you paid now, so your not on the hook for the bill.

Thanks
Alan

Same for me.....

[fathead45]

same here.

[WireWrap]

Ditto !!


:)

[Skunberg]

Ditto too!

[RichF]

Gentlemen. I have started to receive parts from vendor 1. All items were in stock except for the Oscillators. I did receive 22 and will pack them for the first 22 kits based on the postings in this tread. As the rest of the oscillators will ship mid March I will ship all the rest of the kits complete.


Now for the item everyone has been waiting on. Price per kit has been posted in the first post in this thread.

My paypal addres is posted there also.

When making your payment please include your diyc screen name in the comments.

[mmulvenna]

Gentlemen. I have started to receive parts from vendor 1. All items were in stock except for the Oscillators. I did receive 22 and will pack them for the first 22 kits based on the postings in this tread. As the rest of the oscillators will ship mid March I will ship all the rest of the kits complete.


Now for the item everyone has been waiting on. Price per kit has been posted in the first post in this thread.

My paypal addres is posted there also.

When making your payment please include your diyc screen name in the comments.


Rich,

My old eyes dont see your paypal account.;-)

[RichF]

it is rlfennig(at)cox.net This is in the first post

[RichF]

If anyone needs some help calculating payments let me know.

[mmulvenna]

If anyone needs some help calculating payments let me know.

Payment for 5 kits (122.50) sent + 10.70 sent.

[BillAd]

Paypal sent, one kit. Thanks for the arrangements!

Bill

[DavidHenry]

Rich, My old eyes dont see your paypal account.;-)

Read the paragraph right after the cost per kit carefully. Note that the address is well hidden there to prevent bot harvesting.

[RichF]

All Dont for get to add the shipping price in.

[rkhanso]

paid. 30.45 for one kit.

[pmcpa]

Paid 3 kits + Shipping

[RichF]

folksy 2 $54.95
jondwste 2 $54.95
bobkeyes 1 $30.45
DIY Guy 2 $54.95
Skunberg 4 $108.75
Alanp 2 $54.95
tlorek 3 $84.25
akonman 1 $30.45
Dragon88 4 $108.75
kychristmas 2 $54.95
rdartist 10 $259.50
rokkett 2 $54.95
wirewrap 1 $30.45
cpcoaster 2 $54.95
afroopuff 1 $30.45
rkhanso 1 $30.45
slashdude 1 $30.45
brandoon 2 $54.95
mmulvenna 5 $133.20
RavingLunatic 2 $54.95
Jimbo3301 1 $30.45
PMCPA 3 $84.20
fathead 4 $108.70
mheuer 1 $30.45
Billad 1 $30.45
Mudsculpter 2 $54.95
Davidhenry 5 $133.20
mikeh65 1 $30.45
Braveit1 1 $30.45
Cbell 2 $54.95
marble 2 $54.95
Michael Sullivan2 $62.49
Musicman 1 $30.45
cypress1138 6 $161.50
deplanche 2 $54.95
dirknirkel 2 $54.95
mj ferry 1 $30.45
joshschaf 4 $103.95
chicken 7 $186.00
elmo2resc 2 $54.95
maffeirw 5 $133.20
chilli pepper 2 $54.95
blake l 4 $108.70
standinginawe85 2 $54.95
mschell 2 $54.95
tmhoward 2 $54.95

[bobkeyes]

Money Sent. Thanks so much.

[RichF]

I will PM anyone who missed the SHipping calculation. Sorry all I was doing this post remotely and not at a real computer.

[fathead45]

money sent for 4 kits

[dirknerkle]

Paypal sent for the two kits I ordered. Thanks, Rich for all your trouble!

-dave

[cypress1138]

PayPal sent for the 6 kits I ordered. Thanks again for putting this all together! No rush in getting the kits I ordered sent out. I won't have time until April probably to start playing anyway. Believe it or not I've got my hands full with my son's birthday cake for his 5th birthday. I am making him an AT-AT Imperial Walker from Star Wars cake. And yes I am crazy:roll:

[Dragon88]

Money sent for 4 kits

Thanks

[cpcoaster]

Payment sent for 2 kits and shipping.
Thanks for doing this!
Ken

[Elmo2resc]

Payment sent for 2 kits plus shipping.
Thanks, Jerome

[chicken]

payment sent.

[mikeh65]

Payment sent, thanks!

[folksy]

Money sent

Thanks again.

[Slashdude]

Payment sent
Thank you!!!

[maffeirw]

Payment sent - Thanks again.

[StandingInAwe85]

Payment sent via PayPal. Thanks for doing this.

[jonedwste]

Paid for my 2! Thanks so much!

[alanp]

Hi Rich,

Just sent the payment, thanks for all your help.

Alan

[rdartist]

You gots money!.....Payment sent
tnks

[tlorek]

Payment sent for my 3.

Thanks, Rich!!!

[RichF]

Parts have started to arrive. I think the ups man hates me! Had the Box of transformers drooped off today and it was 60 lbs at least.


Looks like most people have payed. I am only going by the Paypal receipts and not by the forum.

We have one item on back order but I get the next 100 crystals from the supplier. At this point I am only waiting on a few parts.

I started sorting last night and have most of the resistors sorted and bagged.

[blake_l]

Forgot to check back in... money sent for (4) kits.

Thanks!

[Michael Sullivan]

2 Kits payed for and great to see everything is starting to arrive.

[Braveit1]

1 kit payed via paypal address. Thanks!

[RichF]

wow Doing good So far on payments. All but 7 have payed and 2 of the 7 have contacted me already. I will post on the first post everyone I have received payments from tonight.

[mschell]

Paid for 2 kits.

[RichF]

So far here is who I have and have not recieved payment from. I know a couple have contacted me but if you have payed and not marked as paid PM me and we will do some research.


Member QTY Paid Total
folksy 2 YES $54.95
jondwste 2 YES $54.95
bobkeyes 1 YES $30.45
DIY Guy 2 YES $54.95
Skunberg 4 YES $108.75
Alanp 2 YES $54.95
tlorek 3 YES $84.25
akonman 1 $30.45
Dragon88 4 YES $108.75
kychristmas 2 $54.95
rdartist 10 YES $259.50
rokkett 2 YES $54.95
wirewrap 1 YES $30.45
cpcoaster 2 YES $54.95
afroopuff 1 $30.45
rkhanso 1 YES $30.45
slashdude 1 YES $30.45
brandoon 2 YES $54.95
mmulvenna 5 YES $133.20
RavingLunatic 2 YES $54.95
Jimbo3301 1 YES $30.45
PMCPA 3 YES $84.20
fathead 4 YES $108.70
mheuer 1 YES $30.45
Billad 1 YES $30.45
Mudsculpter 2 YES $54.95
Davidhenry 5 YES $133.20
mikeh65 1 YES $30.45
Braveit1 1 YES $30.45
Cbell 2 YES $54.95
marble 2 $54.95
Michael Sullivan 2 YES $62.49
Musicman 1 YES $30.45
cypress1138 6 YES $161.50
deplanche 2 YES $54.95
dirknirkel 2 YES $54.95
mj ferry 1 YES $30.45
joshschaf 4 $103.95
chicken 7 YES $186.00
elmo2resc 2 YES $54.95
maffeirw 5 YES $133.20
chilli pepper 2 YES $54.95
blake l 4 YES $108.70
standinginawe85 2 YES $54.95
mschell 2 YES $54.95
tmhoward 2 YES $54.95

[marble42]

payment sent for 2 kits via paypal
thank u for setting this up

[RichF]

Just wanted to give you all an update that we have parts sorted just waiting on the last few parts. If your in the coop do you see your box here? I think one of you know which box it yours. http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/album.php?albumid=146&pictureid=719

[chicken]

Thanks again for doing the group buy rich.

[RichF]

Well guys all the parts on hand are sorted. I am waiting on the last bit of parts to be delivered.

[RichF]

UPDATE March 19 2010


More parts have arrived and the only item outstanding now is the Oscillators. Mouser is reporting them arriving on there dock 22 March 2010. I figure I will have them by the end of the week. Once I get them I will start shipping out kits.

[frankv]

Hi RichF,

If anyone doesn't want their kits for whatever reason, I'd love to take over an order for one or two complete kits.

Frank

[RichF]

OK guys I have started printing out the postage from paypal/E-bay. Some of you will start to see shipping notifications.

[fathead45]

hey frank just realized my paypal bounced back. ill get your payment resent tom or tues. sorry about that.

[fathead45]

sorry i meant rich, lol.

[frankv]

It's OK if you send me money. :grin:

[RichF]

All. I packed and shipped 16 Participants boxes today. If you received the USPS tracking number your boxes were shipped today.

As soon as I get the load of Oscillators all other kits will be shipped.

If you have questions please let me know.

[RichF]

UPDATE 3-24-2010

I just received notification from the vendor that the back ordered oscillators have shipped. Well this is from a new vendor but they are shipping as we speak and I should have them Monday. I will print postage this weekend for the remaining kits and ship them out this next week.

[pmcpa]

Got my box today, now waiting on boards that I hear are going to be with us any day!

Thanks Rich!

[BillAd]

Rich,

Box arrived today, great job with this coop, thanks!

Bill

[Musicman]

Got my parts today also, thanks Rich

[tlorek]

Got my parts today. Thanks for running this, Rich!

[rdartist]

Big box-o-parts received...now waiting on Frank's boards!
Thanks dude

[RichF]

Yes that was a big box-o-parts.

The rest of the participants boxes go out next week after I get a big box of oscillators.

[bobkeyes]

Thanks so much Rich. Got mine today and now I've got to figure out where all this stuff goes.

Thanks again. I really appreciate your hard work.

[RichF]

Bob when you get the board it will all come together. The board is labeled by the part. If you need help feel free to yell

[akonkman]

Got mine today... Thanks for doing this Coop! Nice packaging.

[dirknerkle]

(snif...snif...) I keep looking in the mail for a box of parts... and all I get are magazine subscription offers....(snif...)

are they all sent out???

[RichF]

NO Dirk. As I posted I did not have all the parts to send out but I sent out what I could. The rest of the oscillators are on there way to me. Delivery is scheduled for tomorrow and all boxes have been sorted just waiting on the Oscillators. UPS tells me the oscillators left NEW STANTON, PA at 11:38am today and will be delivered tomorrow.

Security is watching over the boxes and will not let anyone mess with them until the last part is placed inside.
http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/album.php?albumid=146&pictureid=740

http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/album.php?albumid=146&pictureid=740

[Mudsculpter]

Security is a pretty kitty

[RichF]

Yes but if you take the parts he can be mean.

[RichF]

Postage was printed for all the kits. At last check the parts were passing through richmond Va on there way here. I should have the parts tomorrow evening.

[dirknerkle]

Rich, thanks.

I have so many orders out here and there it's getting harder for my brain to keep them straight... my wife thinks it's all the extra air I have in my head but I know better: it's because I'm stupid!

[RichF]

Did you want to enter the Extra Air coop also? I think there is just a tiny amount of room in your box for some extra air.

[dirknerkle]

Did you want to enter the Extra Air coop also? I think there is just a tiny amount of room in your box for some extra air.

:lol:

My wife tells me that I have enough air already -- mostly in my head... but sometimes a bit south of that...

:lol:

[RichF]

Everyone who is a member and provided a paypal address will notice in their e-mail a shipping notice for the parts buy. UPS is deliving the last part today and they will ship tommorow at lunch.

[fathead45]

rich could you email mine to fathead @ bright.net ? my paypal addy doesnt work as a email anymore lol.

[RichF]

USPS Tracking only shows that the package was delivered to your residence.

[mschell]

Hadn't seen an email - either from you or PayPal, but when I checked @ PayPal, I see that it shows a tracking number for a shipment on my payment to you.

So I'll be able to see when it gets sent out.

Thanks,

[mmulvenna]

Hadn't seen an email - either from you or PayPal, but when I checked @ PayPal, I see that it shows a tracking number for a shipment on my payment to you.

So I'll be able to see when it gets sent out.

Thanks,

Same here but when i tracked it USPS shows it was delivered on 3/20. Never got it, so i requested a receipt. This is what i got. I dont know who this person is but it is not me and no way can you read the receipt as to who signed for it or where it was delivered.

What now?

[pmcpa]

Go to your local post office and have them open an investigation..... something went screwball... it's probably sitting on a conveyor somewhere... they will find it once you open an investigation.

[RichF]

Check with me before you do anything at the PO with this Coop.


I say this as I have shipped one group. The first group was everyone who ordered 1 kit and the person who ordered 10 kits plus the 2 people who ordered 3 kits. So if you have ordered 1 3 or 10 kits from me and not received let me know. If you do not fall in to this group i.e. 2 4 5 6 or 7 kits you will ship tomorrow.

[RichF]

Ok I will be updating Post 1 to show who will be shipping tomorrow. If you have paid for your kit and have not received it yet your will ship tomorrow. The Post Office truck will be picking up at my Office 3:30 pm.

[mmulvenna]

Ok I will be updating Post 1 to show who will be shipping tomorrow. If you have paid for your kit and have not received it yet your will ship tomorrow. The Post Office truck will be picking up at my Office 3:30 pm.

Since paypal shows that it is already shipped and delivered (at least for me), how do we get a tracking number?

[RichF]

If anyone is interested in your shipping tracking number you can pm me and I will get it for you. I will need your paypal name. Also if you were in the group that did not pay the parts and the shipping at the same time you may see an item marked as delivered.


Feel free to ask if you have questions.

[blake_l]

Very strange. I hadn't seen an e-mail, either. Went to PayPal and it shows the tracking number - I should be in tomorrow's group. Anyone wondering may want to do the same.

Thanks!

[RichF]

I am wondering if Paypal will not ship out a notice until the day the item ships. I just know I recieved 2 e-mails for each item processed

[Dragon88]

Same here, no e-mail but paypal has the tracking # today

[DIY Guy]

As soon as you print the postage label with paypal the tracking number is generated.

I suspect if you entered a later shipping date (eg print label today with a ship date of next week), the email will not be sent until the ship date you entered when printing the label.

[RichF]

Thank you DIY Guy,

I checked my e-mail this AM and had 2 bounced e-mails one for fathead and someone another member so I am betting the e-mails all went out this AM.

I did enter a ship date of today 3/31/2010.

[blake_l]

Thinking DIY Guy and RichF may be right - I got an e-mail at 2:17AM saying it had shipped, with the shipping date today (3/31).

Hurry up, mailman! Oh - and boards so I can do something other than look at the parts.

[RichF]

Post man picks up from me at 3:30 edt from me.

[mschell]

Got an email as well this morning, so the supposition that PayPal waits till the actual ship date is correct.

Hopefully, since Rich is so close to me, it won't take but a day or so to make it to NC.

However, I'm in worse shape than most, in that I didn't order any of the Ren24LV boards from Frank in the last big buy, so until he gets this order shipped, I can't even place my order to get the boards. But I'lll have plenty to do anyway, as there are some SuperStrips and Mighty Mini PCBs already ordered.

[RichF]

The Post man came he saw and picked up the packages.

[RichF]

I was just checking USPS routing for the Ren24lv coop and looks like some of you will be getting packages today.

[mschell]

Little box from VA Beach showed up in the mailbox today!

[dirknerkle]

Got my box o'goodies, too. Amazing how much stuff can be crammed into one of those boxes!!!

Thanks, Rich.

-dave

[RichF]

Yes I packed them Tight.

[marble42]

Got my parts today

Thanks Rich.

If i only had boards

[folksy]

Got mine today, I won't have time to count them for a while but the pkg looks great. Thanks for putting this together.

[mmulvenna]

Picked up the package today, will open it later on this evening. Thanks for the great:) job on the coop.:D:D

EDIT: All parts counted and verified. Thanks again for all the effort. Now we just need Franks boards to arrive.:)

[fathead45]

got mine today, thank rich, now i need boards

[cypress1138]

I must say I was very surprised to see a box on the kitchen counter when I got home from work today! From Virginia to California in less then 3 days, by the post office no less, very cool! Thanks for the excellent job on the co-op thank you so much:D

[chicken]

All I can say is wow on the packaging job!! I counted and everything is there. Great job and thanks for the group buy!!!

-Chris

[RichF]

As you can see I made a list and checked it twice.

[smartalec]

As you can see I made a list and checked it twice.
but did you find out who was naughty an nice..;)

[RichF]

I may have but you will have to wait many months to find out.

[DIY Guy]

I received my package today. I must also compliment Rich on the packaging and labeling, very nice job!

Thanks for putting this together.

[alanp]

Mine came in today also. Thanks for all the hard work Rich.

[maffeirw]

Got mine yesterday. All parts present and accounted for. Thanks again for all the effort you obviously put into this co-op, it is appreciated by all.

[Michael Sullivan]

I got mine in the land DownUnder Today thanks for your time, love and care on the postage and the money you saved me running the coop.

Michael

[RichF]

Wow that was a fast trip.

[klanger]

Wow that was a fast trip.

Well it is down hill from you guys:cool:

[alanp]

Hi Rich, thanks again for the parts kits.

Could you tell me where I can find a schmatic for the Renard 24LV ver 2.0 boards? I've looked through all the posts and they all refer to a out of date Renard 64 schmatic version 1.0.

Or could you tell me what parts I don't need to install and how to set the jumpers to use the boards for the Mighty Mini RGB+W LED flood lights?

I understand about adding the 10watt resitor to keep the 5volt regulator cool and adding the 24v external power supply, but I'm lost with out a schmatic.

Thanks for your help....

[RichF]

I am not sure which parts you can leave out. There is a post documenting it started by frank and is it titled ren24lv

There is not a released schematic for the ren24lv but there is one that was posted one time for the ren24 3.0 board.

[RichF]

It has been 2 weeks since all the boxes shipped with the exception of the kit shipped yesterday. I am assuming everyone received there packages.

[mmulvenna]

It has been 2 weeks since all the boxes shipped with the exception of the kit shipped yesterday. I am assuming everyone received there packages.


Hi Rich,

When I got the parts you shipped I verified the shipping list to the parts received and all the parts are there according to the shipping list.

I have received the boards from Frank and just completed putting the parts in order the way I intend to build the board. I found a discrepancy that I need clarification on.

Part 1-390261-1 (6 pin dip socket) shipped 5 pieces( 1 for each of my 5 boards). The board however needs 2 of these for each board. One for the H11AA1 chip and one for the DB102 chip (need to remove the middle 2 legs on this socket).

I know I could solder one of the chips directly, but that is not really the best solution.

Can you please clarify for me?

Thanks again for all your hard work on the group buy.

[LabRat]

UHmm.. DB102 gets soldered straight to the board. I don't believe you need to socket this part.

(Pretty sure I didn't when I put mine together)

[mmulvenna]

UHmm.. DB102 gets soldered straight to the board. I don't believe you need to socket this part.

(Pretty sure I didn't when I put mine together)

It is the same as the ren24 not sure why you would socket one and not the other? I thought it was recommended to socket all chips and not solder them directly.

The instructions on the ren24 say to use a six pin and remove the 2 middle pins. Frank does not have instructions for the ren24LV and he says to follow the ren24 instructions.

Since Franks site is not up I cant check the BOM to see what he suggested.

I think I have some extras around somewhere. If I can find them I can use those.

I apologize for the novice questions, but there is a lot of difference of opinion building the boards. i.e. does it need the 10watt resitor to keep the 5volt regulator cool added to the board that is not included in any instructions nor on any BOM (at least that I can see)?

It would be great if someone could put together a definitive set of build instructions.

Again, please excuse the ranting of an old man.:roll:

[dirknerkle]

It would be great if someone could put together a definitive set of build instructions.

Again, please excuse the ranting of an old man.:roll:


I agree, Mike. Not that you're an old man ranting (:lol:); but yes on the confusion. I have read over all the information, too, and I find it a bit confusing, too. There are many more options with Frank's boards than most of the others and the combinations and permutations of having options creates a bit of a problem for those writing documentation. Well, not a problem, really, but just more documentation.

It's the "more documentation" that's missing.

Arghhhhh....

[LabRat]

I'll try and remember to double check mine this evening.

[pmcpa]

I'm also waiting... I'm building one board for his MM, and one for his RGB+W Strips.... so I know there are slight variations in how you build them

[rkhanso]

I got my board today and started assembling.
In the parts kit, I see Qty: 7 of the 3-pin header (9-146281-0), while I count 9 places for a 3-pin header on the board. Are two of them not needed to be installed on the board? Maybe I missed a post about this already....but haven't seen one.
The board I received from Frank has 2 jumpers labeled "Power Tie**"
I plan on using the board to run 7 LED PortaFloods. Are some of the jumpers not used? Or, do I need to rustle up a couple more 3-pin headers and install them?

Also: I think this "Power Tie" is for an external DC Power supply? Do I need to get an external power supply for this single board to drive 7 of Matt's LED PortaFloods? Or should I build it differently for this usage - maybe some parts are not needed, or some extra are?

[dirknerkle]

I think the power tie is for internal vs. external power. The left two source power from the onboard power circuit to the RJ45s; the right two source it from an external source, which (I think) is provided at the far left side of the board.

Also know that I'm perhaps not the *best* source of info on the LV -- I built two of them last weekend and so far haven't seen any magic smoke, but in reviewing the tracings, at least that's what it *looks* like the power tie does and in fact, I had to connect them to make the onboard power flow to the RJ45 jacks...

[mschell]

I got my board today and started assembling.
In the parts kit, I see Qty: 7 of the 3-pin header (9-146281-0), while I count 9 places for a 3-pin header on the board. Are two of them not needed to be installed on the board? Maybe I missed a post about this already....but haven't seen one.
The board I received from Frank has 2 jumpers labeled "Power Tie**"
I plan on using the board to run 7 LED PortaFloods. Are some of the jumpers not used? Or, do I need to rustle up a couple more 3-pin headers and install them?

Also: I think this "Power Tie" is for an external DC Power supply? Do I need to get an external power supply for this single board to drive 7 of Matt's LED PortaFloods? Or should I build it differently for this usage - maybe some parts are not needed, or some extra are?

I built most of one of mine last night as well, and noticed the same thing - only 7 3-pin headers came in the kit, but there are at least 9 spots.

Here's where how you choose to power it comes in to play.

Since I knew I was going to use an external 24V PS for mine, I left off the transformer. So I didn't put any headers in the JP1 and JP2 positions, where you select if you're using 120V or 240V. If you were using the on-board transformer, then you'll need those two headers.

Based on my tracing of the board, you will always need the 2 power tie jumpers (JP7 and JP8). These jumpers determine how voltage is supplied to the outputs or to the regulator for the control circuits.

If you put the jumpers on the 5V side, then 5V from the regulator/AC input will be sent to the outputs. No external DC input required.

If you put the Tie jumpers on the 9+V side, then whatever voltage that comes from the DC input will be sent to the regulator. That's why it's important to have the jumpers set correctly before applying DC power to the board.

[mmulvenna]

I built most of one of mine last night as well, and noticed the same thing - only 7 3-pin headers came in the kit, but there are at least 9 spots.

Here's where how you choose to power it comes in to play.

Since I knew I was going to use an external 24V PS for mine, I left off the transformer. So I didn't put any headers in the JP1 and JP2 positions, where you select if you're using 120V or 240V. If you were using the on-board transformer, then you'll need those two headers.

Based on my tracing of the board, you will always need the 2 power tie jumpers (JP7 and JP8). These jumpers determine what voltage is supplied to the outputs. If you put the jumpers on the 5V side, then 5V from the regulator/AC input will be sent to the outputs. If you put the Tie jumpers on the 9+V side, then whatever voltage that comes from the DC input will be sent to the outputs when energized.

As the person who made the mistake of putting the power tie jumpers on the 5v side when using an external power supply and getting more magic smoke then one would ever want.... be sure to set the power tie jumpers correctly.

As mschell said above 5v if you are using the AC on board input and 9 volt if you are using the external power supply as pictured in the first post of this thread.

EDIT: also make sure to add the additional resistor if you are using the external power supply. This would be hooked up again as pictured in the first post of this thread.

[rkhanso]

Am I right in that the board won't be able to power 7 LED PortaFloods? How about just one to test it out? I'm not sure if the per-channel current will be too high, or if the total current is more of a problem (or both) - and I'm not sure what the LED PortaFloods draw.

So far, I built the 24LV as a standard build, with everything installed. I thought I'd try do get the DMX firmware and see if I can fire it up with Freestyler and RPMs DMX Dongle.

I'm also not sure about the correct jumper position for the 'zero cross'. Maybe I'll find it on the wiki....

[RichF]

As some one sent me a PM on the count of the 3 pin headers I figured I would address as to why each member only recieved 7 instead of 9.

If you look at the BOM that was posted for the board in the WIKI it only listed 4 3 pin headers are needed.

571-9-146281-0 1 '''.100 three pin header(4 needed) Part specified is a 40 pin, cut off size that is needed.'''
571-3828118 8 '''.100 Shunt (4 needed) You may also "steal" these off of old computer parts.'''

From Franks board coop
1 571-9-146281-0 "AMPMODU Breakaway Headers 40 P HEADER GOLD"
7 571-2-382811-1 "AMPMODU MOD. IV Connectors ECONOMY SHUNT"

I counted the actual positions for a standard build and 7 were needed. If you put a header pin at all the places required.

The wiki can be updated to indicate 9 if it is necessary.

I think it should be updated to 6 as there are 4 for the SSrs and 2 for the power tie.

The use of the Zero crossing output in my opionion is not needed as most all boards now days will have ZC generated on board and most people will not use the ZC jumper. The voltage select is also another area I do not think requires a header pin as when we build the boards we build to 120v or 240v and do not change them. For this area I use a cut lead from the 1n4001 diode to create the voltage select.