Hi all,
I am new to the forum... (I can sense the groaning and cringing from here.)
I have read the 'Newcomers, please read! (PIC regarded) Upd. 0xD' sticky, which answered some but not all of my questions.
Some years back I briefly played around with PIC 16F84A's, which is the extent of my knowledge.
I am (re)learning all the basics in order to eventually build myself some single channel low voltage (12v) halogen, hardware based PWM dimming modules.
If I can get my head around everything I would like to include CAN-bus network control of the device / module.
Would someone please suggest which PIC would be best suited for the job.
Specs:
Used to control a single 12v Halogen dichroic light (found in the ceiling of most modern houses) I believe most are either 20W or 50W's these days.
I'd prefer to use on board hardware-based PWM
CAN-bus connectivity (on board or interfaced via USART. On board preferred for ease of use.) Each module/light uniquely addressable within the network, etc.
The control of said lights/modules would come from a PC and/or a wall plate (also PIC based.)
I have read various different spec sheets for PIC's however I don't want to buy a Ferrari when a middle of the range processor will do the job just as well. If I like what I create I will build 40 or 50 of these to occupy the ceiling space of my house.
Cost is not a major factor, flexibility and future expansion is.
Any and all help is greatly appreciated.
James
I am new to the forum... (I can sense the groaning and cringing from here.)
I have read the 'Newcomers, please read! (PIC regarded) Upd. 0xD' sticky, which answered some but not all of my questions.
Some years back I briefly played around with PIC 16F84A's, which is the extent of my knowledge.
I am (re)learning all the basics in order to eventually build myself some single channel low voltage (12v) halogen, hardware based PWM dimming modules.
If I can get my head around everything I would like to include CAN-bus network control of the device / module.
Would someone please suggest which PIC would be best suited for the job.
Specs:
Used to control a single 12v Halogen dichroic light (found in the ceiling of most modern houses) I believe most are either 20W or 50W's these days.
I'd prefer to use on board hardware-based PWM
CAN-bus connectivity (on board or interfaced via USART. On board preferred for ease of use.) Each module/light uniquely addressable within the network, etc.
The control of said lights/modules would come from a PC and/or a wall plate (also PIC based.)
I have read various different spec sheets for PIC's however I don't want to buy a Ferrari when a middle of the range processor will do the job just as well. If I like what I create I will build 40 or 50 of these to occupy the ceiling space of my house.
Cost is not a major factor, flexibility and future expansion is.
Any and all help is greatly appreciated.
James