=VG= SemlerPDX
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Working on a DIY project right now between other things; "wireless TrackIR TrackClip Pro"
I have an old TrackClip Pro with several broken plastic pieces, so I'm using it for all sorts of testing and feasibility checks before cutting up my new working TrackClip Pro. I want to use a small modern Lithium Ion battery and have the ability to charge it through USB micro-A connection, with a charging circuit, and a power on/off switch, but a few of the batteries I've tested so far have me scratching my head.
If this simple 3x LED device normally operates on a USB 5V 1A connection, I really only need to replicate that. But I've already had little success with the batteries I have around my house. I may have to purchase a battery specifically for the project, as well as the charging circuit. It all needs to be very small and lightweight.
I've read several DIY forums where people already did this exact thing, so I have plenty of ideas for products and procedures. I'm very patient and I'd rather spend a few extra dollars if it can be a little more sturdy or look a little better, so time will tell how this turns out. Will take pictures once there's something worth taking a picture of.
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Well done. Great to see folks making the future just that little bit better.
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Yea, Kav - I have seen that. I'm hoping to avoid anything that looks that janky. In that image they're using a battery pack that is zip-tied to the headset, with the wire going across to the other side for weight balance. Those are a few of the things I want to improve upon with my build, as I've seen many of these DIY projects and have a few goals of my own to improve them:
Goal 1: That battery has enough power and the LED's draw so little that this pictured setup would be able to stay on for a few weeks continuously (I assume). This means the battery could be smaller, lighter, able to be placed elsewhere. (edit: the CR123A 3V Lithium battery that my NVG's use seems small enough and powerful enough that it could sit inside or alongside the body of the unit, and is the next thing I'll be testing)
Goal 2: The TrackClip Pro does not weigh so much that offset weight would be needed, so the appropriate placement for anything heavy would be top center. But I wish to avoid wires to a battery pack if possible, and have gutted out a fair bit of foam in the base that could house a charging circuit, a on/off switch, and a very small battery. Thinner, more firm foam would take it's place.
Goal 3: A lot of this is affixed with zip ties, and I do not intend to keep my TrackClip Pro attached to my headset at all times. This is how the last one broke -- and I'd like to minimize the time it is on my head and therefore vulnerable to getting whacked. Mine will be easily removable for storage when not in use.
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Yeah that implementation does look a bit dodgy I agree but I was thinking along the lines of not having to do too much damage to the TrackIR or its wiring, I would not have cut mine. Also that clip of the TrackIR is as crappy as hell, you'd think they would have done a better job for the price they charge.
Anyway keep it up buddy, looking forward to seeing what you come up with.
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