MPSciLink device now taking Pre-orders!
The device development is ready for taking of pre-orders. EDIT: NOW READY FOR ORDER!
https://sites.google.com/site/mpscilink/
Device development, operation, and features discussion can be found in the other thread here:- http://www.turbo-mopar.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=79268
The mpscilink device board can be purchased in DIY kit form, or as an assembled unit.-
DIY kit with version2 PCB board and all necessary board components will be about $20.
Fully assembled and tested device board will run about $50 as this is about 2-3 hrs of expert assembly and testing.
This device is used with an Arduino Mega 2560 or clone,- (I bought mine for about $17 on Amazon).- We can provide the required Arduino clone for $10.- (As we purchase a bulk quantity we can provide them at a discount.)
Display Screen options,
Nextion 3.5" touchscreen runs about $35
(I'm looking to try out a Nextion 5" touchscreen for about $70-75, hope to find it cheaper somewhere.)
But, remember this device is/can be used in conjunction with mpscandroid on your Android phone or tablet so a large display isn't really necessary.
The device will require some type of housing, protective project case.- Display protective cases can seperate the display from the main unit for remote mounting.
End user can customize their own installation with cases of their choice.- Or we can provide some case options for about $17.
The device uses the diagnostic port for the communication, but does not require a programmed ftdi cable.- Simple wiring can be used.- I used 4 conductor 20 or 22 ga instrument wire for the Tx/Rx and the +/- all in one off the diagnostic port with simple spade connectors, and terminal board pins.- I may be able to source additional wire to include for free or low cost if possible.- If not, you'll need your own wire and connectors.
At this time there is inventory for (4) units.- As DIY kits they would be ready to ship.- Those could be assembled also with a short wait.
There is partial inventory for an additional 5.- So with a bit of lead time to receive some missing components these could be available as DIY kits, or again assembled.
Beyond these 9, there would be additional wait to restock the necessary components.
If you would like to pre-order, please reply here with # of units and type DIY or assembled.
The first (4) on the list should get their device within the next few weeks.
Shipping anywhere in the US should be $15 (Priority medium flat rate box), International will be more, Canada shipping might be less, as some items may originate from Canada.
I'll work on an order form to summarize all this into a better format, menu type order tool, to calculate total costs with available options and post.
Just wanted to get this info out there so we can gauge the present interest and what items we will need, and quantities.
-Special Thanks to team "M&M", (Morris and Miles) for their expertise and skills in developing this, and in realizing this to a working product for our group.- It's great working with you both!