DIY multifunction display

• Project start: 09/2019
• Different device concepts
  • M5Stack https://m5stack.com/
    • Based on ESP32
    • 320 × 240 pixel TFT display
    • 3 buttons
    • Sound
    • USB 2.0
    • WLAN, bluetooth
    • Hardware bus connections
    • Internal battery 150 mAh, expandable
    • Expandable with various plug-on modules
    • Freely programmable with Arduino IDE
    • Good software support, large community
    • Versatile in use
    • Size 55 x 55 x 20 mm
    • 5V supply
    • Not waterproof
    • Not suitable for sunlight
    • Depending on the model, costs between 30… 70 euros
    • Available in Germany from Conrad Elektronik
    • Ready-made device, can be used directly

 

• • E-reader
    • Waterproof models available
    • High-contrast EInk display suitable for sunlight
    • Backlit also available, suitable for night use
    • Touch display
    • Android base as a substructure
    • Any content can be displayed via web browser (implementation of large mast displays)
    • Long service life possible
    • Sluggish display when content changes
    • Partly jerky image structure (depending on model)
    • Depending on the model, costs between 60 ... 300 euros, inexpensive used devices
    • Ready-made device can be used directly

 

• • Custom-made LCD
    • Freely definable display through self-designed LCD
    • Manufacturing in the Far East
    • Minimum number of pieces required
    • low power consumption
    • Display concept cannot be changed
    • Technical knowledge necessary

https://www.segeln-forum.de/thread/73307-multifunktionsdisplay-diy/

M5Stack coupled to the wind sensor via WiFi

M5 Stack Fire

M5Stack Fire charging cradle with magnetic clips

M5Stack Lego compatible

M5Stack with firmware from Andreas

Sony Ebook Reader TR2