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=== References ===
 
=== References ===
Tried this guide to no success:  http://plugable.com/2009/11/16/setting-up-usb-multiseat-with-displaylink-on-linux-gdm-up-to-2-20/
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* Tried this guide to no success:  http://plugable.com/2009/11/16/setting-up-usb-multiseat-with-displaylink-on-linux-gdm-up-to-2-20/
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* Need to try this next: http://mulchman.org/blog/?p=90
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** found from this article:  http://www.hunterdavis.com/2010/11/28/a-25-gamingemulation-powerhouse-using-the-dockstar-as-a-gaming-console/#more-843
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* http://support.userful.com/wiki/index.php/How_To/Configuring_USB_to_VGA_Adapter
 
* http://support.userful.com/wiki/index.php/How_To/Configuring_USB_to_VGA_Adapter

Revision as of 19:46, 11 February 2012

Creator:
Omegix
Status:
Started
Born On:
14:09, 27 January 2012 (CST)
Last Updated:
19:46, 11 February 2012 (CDT)

Overview

See DIY_Digital_Picture_Frame/Old for previous attempt utilizing a laptop.

Digital picture frame using an embedded system. Utilizing a dockstar and a USB-to-VGA Adapter

  1. Get dockstar running debian squeeze with an 8gb thumb drive. Done, thanks to brimstone
  2. Get USB-to-VGA adapter working
  3. Get some kind of screen saved working, pulling from flickr or some image upload site
  4. Get some kind of "email it a picture to display" thing working
  5. Get wireless working
  6. Mount the damn thing on the wall, preferably with not a lot of wires showing.

Resources

Physical

  • Old Dell LCD Screen
  • USB-to-VGA Adapter
  • Dockstar
  • 8Gb Thumb Drive
  • Hama brand wireless 802.11b usb stick

References


Tips from Makers

  • brimstone says a displaylink adapter is ideal
    • use lsmod to determine if SiS module is loaded when plugging in the adapter I have
    • recommends installing xinit and xdm on the dockstar
    • and then something lightweight like fluxbox or lxde