On Tue, February 8, 2011 1:38 pm, Ubu Sumner wrote:
> I'm thinking about a project that would control a dozen or even two dozen
> small devices in real time, possibly synchronized with a sound track.
> 1.5-4.5 volts either analog or discrete. I don't know what to call this
> device to Google-shop, but presume there is an active market  for
> laboratories or hobbyists. Is there any sort of interface available on the
> new generation hand-held devices for running this kind of controller?

Bruce,

I would also recommend looking at Arduino.

Or since you mention synchronizing with a sound track, you might want to
look into light sequencers. Having Christmas lights that synchronize with
music is big in some DYI circles, so you can find lots of nice example
projects of that sort online.

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