Prop-1 and KIT74

[zeenon]

Jon,

Do you see any reason why I couldn't kick off a Prop-1 (apply power) with a KIT74?

I have a VSA/PSC routine already complete and now I'm building the scene around it. I want the Prop-1 to use 1-2 wickLEDs and 1-2 LED spots. I also need to turn on a 120V lamp. So I was thinking I could connect the Prop-1 to one of the KIT74 relays to turn it on, thus running the prop-1 routine.

Z

[JonnyMac]

You can do that, no problem.  To end your program, do this:


The_End:
  GOTO The_End

The reason is that the END keyword stops the processor which will be reset by the internal watchdog every 2.3 seconds and cause a glitch on the outputs -- this is a known behavior so you can code around it.  Using the loop above keeps the processor active until you "pull the plug" using the KIT74.

[zeenon]

Jon,

What happens if it never gets to the end? I'm basically, using the Prop-1 for the flickering candles routine and LED spots. When the routine starts the lights/candles come on, when the routine ends they go off. Kind of a waste of a Prop-1 but, if anyone has any ideas.......

Z

[JonnyMac]

So... once the Prop-1 starts it never stops -- endless loop?  If that's the case, no worries. 

[ScaryTinker]

There's an company that makes a pre-assembled relay board that may do what you want.  Take a look at http://simplecircuitboards.com/10A%20Relay.html  An assembled eight relay board is $32.50.  I've used a number of his products and have been pleased with the product and support.

ScaryTinker