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AngstromIO: Compact 9.0 x 8.9 mm ATtiny1616 Board for USB-C Connector
Dieu-de-l-elec’s AngstromIO is an incredibly tiny open-source development board based on Microchip’s ATtiny1616 MCU. Measuring just 9.0 x 8.9 mm, the board is barely larger than the edge-mounted USB Type-C connector that powers it, making it ideal for highly space-constrained embedded projects. Despite its tiny footprint, AngstromIO packs a QFN20-packaged ATtiny1616 MCU, two addressable SK6805-EC15 RGB LEDs, and includes access to various usable GPIOs, including I2C, UART, and UPDI for programming. AngstromIO specifications: MCU â Microchip ATtiny1616 8-bit AVR microcontroller @ up to 20 MHz with 16KB flash, 2KB SRAM, 256 bytes EEPROM USB â 1x USB Type-C port (power only, no data lines connected to the MCU) Expansion via solder pads UPDI pin for programming I2C (SDA, SCL) 2x GPIOs (PB2/TX, PA3) 5V and GND Misc â 2x SK6805-EC15 addressable RGB LEDs Power Supply 5V via USB-C port Ultra-low power consumption (down to 200nA in power-down mode) Dimensions â 9.0 […]
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Transforming a computer into a media center is quite simple, as numerous older devices can handle HD video. You can use a seventh-generation Intel processor from 2016 or newer and still support contemporary codecs such as HEVC (H.265) and VP9. Naturally, if you intend to stream your owned content, it’s essential to verify that your network is equipped to manage the bandwidth, as 4K video can require between 25 Mbps and 50 Mbps per stream, a load any modern router can accommodate. In reality, the technology required to initiate this project is probably already available in your home within one of your older PCs.
You’ll need a hard drive for storing your HD media. You can either substitute an existing drive or integrate a new one into your setup, with any capacity sufficing; you can also add external drives later as needed. Optionally, an optical media drive, like an older DVD or Blu-ray player, can be useful, especially if you plan to rip your physical media onto your hard drive.
It’s essential to ensure that your computer has an adequate amount of RAM — 8GB is enough for media center applications like Jellyfin and Plex, although Kodi operates with a minimum of 1GB for those using older hardware. Lastly, an Ethernet port will be beneficial for a more stable data connection, but a Wi-Fi card is also acceptable — and an HDMI-out port is required. Essentially, many computers manufactured in the last decade can effectively replace streaming devices. If you lack an old computer, the second-hand market has affordable options to keep costs low. Therefore, once you’ve confirmed your network and old computer meet the requirements, turning the device into a media center can be achieved with minimal expenditure or even for free.
Opt for a complimentary or subscription-based media center application
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