1. Home
  2. Hardware
A New Chapter for MagicMirror: The Community Takes the Lead
Read the statement by Michael Teeuw here.

Subcategories

  • 32 Topics
    236 Posts
    M
    Hi MagicMirror team, I wanted to share with the community my MagicMirror project featuring a completely custom-built LEGO frame! Hardware Setup: Display: Vertical monitor Computer: Initially Beelink (mini PC), now migrating to Dell OptiPlex D10U System: Ubuntu (Server → Desktop) PIR sensor for automatic screen on/off control via MQTT Implemented Modules: Clock & Calendar (with Italian custom calendar) Weather (Italian weather with hourly and daily forecasts) Compliments (motivational messages) News Feed (Italian news) Automatic screen control via PIR sensor and Node.js Unique Feature: The LEGO frame is completely customizable and modular. It includes: LEGO minifigures on top Colorful decorations on the sides with bricks from various collections Decorative elements (stars, clouds, stickers) Design that perfectly integrates into the home environment Technical Challenges Solved: MQTT integration for PIR control Italian weather modules configuration Optimization for vertical display Power management and automatic screen shutdown The project became not only functional but also a decorative element appreciated by the whole family. The LEGO frame makes the MagicMirror less “techy” and more accessible, especially for children. [image: 1763043465078-lego-frame.jpeg] ![alt text](image url) Thanks for this amazing open source project! Michele!!
Log in to post
Load new posts
  • S

    IR touch frames

    2
    0 Votes
    2 Posts
    2k Views
    S
    @sweeneyc - I also started recently and I found a Youtube video that helped with the hardware and software, to build a touch screen. Since it’s been about a month since you posted this. I don’t know if this is going to be redundant. I’m not building a smart mirror, but more of a smart dashboard. I have an older 52", which I bought a 55" IR touch frame, all from Amazon. I’m still waiting on the IR frame part, but doing research in the meantime and setting up my MM with the modules and testing. I started around the same time you posted this. I’m also in the U.S. Here is the specific title of the video. “Smart Mirror Touchscreen (with Face ID) using Raspberry Pi 4 | Full Tutorial” I found it very informative. It gave me a starting place.
  • M

    Pre-built frame

    15
    0 Votes
    15 Posts
    4k Views
    D
    This is an option although expensive: https://www.twowaymirrors.com/smart-mirror-frame/
  • C-sonC

    Clone the SD card?

    Unsolved
    10
    0 Votes
    10 Posts
    2k Views
    S
    @drewski3420 read the content on the link above
  • S

    Screen for Raspberry Pi Zero

    2
    0 Votes
    2 Posts
    712 Views
    S
    Not sure about GPIO monitors, but here’s a 5inch mini hdmi monitor that should work with all of the same steps. Not sure about any software limitations though, I haven’t built a MM yet. https://www.waveshare.com/5inch-hdmi-lcd-b-with-bicolor-case.htm
  • P

    Newbie MM Husband trying to make a MM for wife for XMAS

    newbie how to lost advice help gift
    8
    1 Votes
    8 Posts
    2k Views
    R
    this is impressive … getting started is one thing, finding this forum is a second … the most impressive (to me) is the community help you got. BTW … pictures would be good :) What size / type of screen did you use?
  • A

    Two way mirror shop in Netherlands (near Leiden)

    Solved
    7
    0 Votes
    7 Posts
    2k Views
    A
    @George Thank you for mentioning it might helpful to others. Mine was cheaper while bigger in size. I paid ~80 euro for 72.5X42 cm mirror with smoothen(not polished) edges.
  • D

    Gesture Board for on/off Magic mirror

    1
    0 Votes
    1 Posts
    217 Views
    D
    Hi to all, Noob Discoeye here from the uk. I wondered if I could use a gesture board to on/off my magic mirror{not built yet} any recommendations for what board to use or a pir sensor. I have seen the skywriter and flick boards any input will be much appreciated .
  • R

    First Magic Mirror Build

    2
    0 Votes
    2 Posts
    559 Views
    A
    if I understand well, Your idea is to do a sandwich with: Acrylic layer Standard glass to assure nice surface of acrylic layer Screen LCD behind. I do not have experience but I see two risk: Additional reflexions of standard glass Your LCD will be too far from top surface. I’m also interested by other practical experience of your idea!
  • A

    The mirror above the washbasin in bathroom? 230V?

    2
    0 Votes
    2 Posts
    910 Views
    JerryPJ
    @alpyapple putt 12V led tv. “Nikkei Mobile TV NL22FMBK 12 Volt 22 Inch LED TV met DVB-S2 Fastscan en DVB-T2”
  • M

    Monitor Guidance -ViewSonic - 22" IPS LED FHD Monitor (DVI, HDMI, VGA)

    1
    0 Votes
    1 Posts
    438 Views
    M
    Hello Everyone, First time builder here, just wanted to get some input on this monitor. I’ve read through some previous forums and found one with a vertical HDMI input as well as integrated speakers. I’m trying to go as slim as possible so will try to take this off the stand when assembling into the framework. The glass itself will be 70 in long and 22 in wide. I’ll be putting the monitor in a vertical position near the top of the glass. Then I’ll maybe put a poster board painted black as the backing (with a portion cutout where the monitor would be) Thanks in advance! https://www.bestbuy.com/site/viewsonic-22-ips-led-fhd-monitor-dvi-hdmi-vga/5572922.p?skuId=5572922
  • G

    [ORDER CLOSED] Two way mirror order in Germany

    Solved
    558
    8 Votes
    558 Posts
    3m Views
    JerryPJ
    @mantha Hello, we have a Mercedes B250E and would like to have the connection with the Mercedes.me I saw that you were working on it. Did it finally work at the end? Can you help us out whit this? Dankjewel Thanks frome Holland
  • M

    Trouble

    9
    0 Votes
    9 Posts
    757 Views
    S
    @marczy236 could u show me what u changed?
  • M

    brightness control inverter

    1
    4
    0 Votes
    1 Posts
    293 Views
    M
    I have a magicmirror with a LM230WF5 (TL)(A1) panel, to control this i have installed a M.NT68676.2 LCD module with SQD-632 inverter module. which i have bought as pair. when i want to adjust the brightness the strength of the led doesn’t change, the image seems to get whiter. to explain it better i have included some pictures. does anyone know what is causing this problem? 0% brightness [image: 1607444656096-whatsapp-image-2020-12-08-at-17.23.29.jpeg] 50% brightness [image: 1607444684279-whatsapp-image-2020-12-08-at-17.23.29-1.jpeg] 100% brightness [image: 1607444704348-whatsapp-image-2020-12-08-at-17.23.28.jpeg] [image: 1607444717524-whatsapp-image-2020-12-08-at-17.23.28-1.jpeg]
  • C

    Display=:0.0 magicmirror and scripts in background

    3
    0 Votes
    3 Posts
    698 Views
    C
    @sdetweil it’s working now after start a server with a specific display like vncserver :11 -geometry 1024x768 -SecurityTypes None i have running scripts in background and magicmirror in front no sure it’s the good way because i’m new but i like this :)
  • D

    What controller board for my lcd screen?

    1
    0 Votes
    1 Posts
    223 Views
    D
    Hello! Does anyone know what controller board need to buy for my display? I got my display out of my old Lenovo A720 All-in-One (ideacentre) - Type 2564.
  • M

    Magic Mirror on my BPI M3

    3
    0 Votes
    3 Posts
    622 Views
    J
    @sdetweil said in Magic Mirror on my BPI M3 resume examples: @marczy236 looks like it will run Ubuntu 16.04 http://wiki.banana-pi.org/Banana_Pi_BPI-M3#Image_Release And then use the installer script See here https://github.com/sdetweil/MagicMirror_scripts That is very helpful! thank you
  • P

    Disassemble or not ?

    4
    1
    0 Votes
    4 Posts
    1k Views
    A
    Hi I have just finished (some final touchup still remains) my first 32" mirror (more in showcase section) and it looks good to have the back panel. I will post photo of back and front panel here once I get some time. – Ashish
  • W

    Rotate the display 2560X1080 Raspberry Pi4

    8
    0 Votes
    8 Posts
    2k Views
    W
    I found the mistake. The HDMI cable was defective. I installed a new cable and now it automatically detects the resolution. The display is now correctly rotated.
  • B

    How many Ram needed?

    3
    0 Votes
    3 Posts
    2k Views
    MiguelDADM
    For Magic Mirror you probably need less than 2 GB of ram, but if you are going to do other projects in the future and have money, buy the one that best suits your budget.
  • E

    Change screen resolution after orientation to portrait

    2
    0 Votes
    2 Posts
    396 Views
    E
    FIXED, I had to adjust both HDMI ports…to the new orientation. Sorry, simple mistake…
Enjoying MagicMirror? Please consider a donation!