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<blockquote data-quote="Rick164" data-source="post: 1152632" data-attributes="member: 17766"><p>Can't recommend using WiFi as there are gonna be latency issues with that (spikes are common), it might work but it really depends on the quality of the access point and local interference.</p><p></p><p>Have seen some issues with the rPI2 however recently helped a Dutch user and out of the box the rPi2 with Openelec 5.0 just worked, think it comes down to bad luck for some <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p>If you're only gonna use the rPI only for Hyperion can recommend this non-Wifi kit there:</p><p></p><p><a href="http://raspberrypi.dk/produkt/kom-nemt-igang-pakke-model-b-plus/" target="_blank">http://raspberrypi.dk/produkt/kom-nemt-igang-pakke-model-b-plus/</a></p><p></p><p>Afterwards the install will be straightforward and always around if you need some help setting it up, a short description on how the setup will work and what you will need (full one in the DIY topic):</p><p></p><p><strong>Option 1 - WS2801 LEDS</strong></p><p>- rPi B+ or rPi2, - if only Hyperion recommend sticking with the rPi B+ as there's no additional benefit.</p><p>- LEDS, WS2801</p><p>- 5V power supply <-- depending on number or leds, anything from 5A - 10A is fine (7A drives 218 leds)</p><p>- Cables to connect leds</p><p>- Some soldering to leds</p><p></p><p>Additional info:</p><p>Easier to setup and less hardware needed</p><p></p><p><strong>Option 2 - WS2812B LEDS</strong></p><p>- rPi B+ or rPi2, - if only Hyperion recommend sticking with the rPi B+ as there's no additional benefit.</p><p>- Arduino Uno R3</p><p>- LEDS, WS2812B</p><p>- 5V power supply <-- depending on number or leds, anything from 5A - 10A is fine (7A drives 218 leds)</p><p>- Cables to connect leds</p><p>- Some soldering to leds</p><p></p><p>Additional info:</p><p>Requires extra install steps to use the Arduino, tends to give a better end results as you get more leds per meter so less blobbing on walls (easier to discern).</p><p>More options to expand / upgrade the leds later on as Arduino (FastLED) supports just about every led type.</p><p>Has complete instructions in the DIY topic as well under the Additional configuration topic.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Rick164, post: 1152632, member: 17766"] Can't recommend using WiFi as there are gonna be latency issues with that (spikes are common), it might work but it really depends on the quality of the access point and local interference. Have seen some issues with the rPI2 however recently helped a Dutch user and out of the box the rPi2 with Openelec 5.0 just worked, think it comes down to bad luck for some :) If you're only gonna use the rPI only for Hyperion can recommend this non-Wifi kit there: [URL]http://raspberrypi.dk/produkt/kom-nemt-igang-pakke-model-b-plus/[/URL] Afterwards the install will be straightforward and always around if you need some help setting it up, a short description on how the setup will work and what you will need (full one in the DIY topic): [B]Option 1 - WS2801 LEDS[/B] - rPi B+ or rPi2, - if only Hyperion recommend sticking with the rPi B+ as there's no additional benefit. - LEDS, WS2801 - 5V power supply <-- depending on number or leds, anything from 5A - 10A is fine (7A drives 218 leds) - Cables to connect leds - Some soldering to leds Additional info: Easier to setup and less hardware needed [B]Option 2 - WS2812B LEDS[/B] - rPi B+ or rPi2, - if only Hyperion recommend sticking with the rPi B+ as there's no additional benefit. - Arduino Uno R3 - LEDS, WS2812B - 5V power supply <-- depending on number or leds, anything from 5A - 10A is fine (7A drives 218 leds) - Cables to connect leds - Some soldering to leds Additional info: Requires extra install steps to use the Arduino, tends to give a better end results as you get more leds per meter so less blobbing on walls (easier to discern). More options to expand / upgrade the leds later on as Arduino (FastLED) supports just about every led type. Has complete instructions in the DIY topic as well under the Additional configuration topic. [/QUOTE]
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