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    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!!
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    New LCD Controller Board for Tv

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    At this point it’s really hard to troubleshoot from the distance. Of course it’s possible that either the board or the panel is broken. I suppose the menu isn’t displaying either? Have you made sure you loaded the correct firmware onto the board? You should be able to try any firmware which fits your resolution plus 1-ch 8-bit (iirc, check yourself please).
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    Which is the best Mirror?

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    Thank to propose your help to translate. I have ordered a mirror 41.1x71.3 and I took a RPI4 and a microphone. I planned to use this mirror in my bathroom. I don’t want to place a camera because my guests will not like to be recorded in the bathroom. So it will react to voice command and touch. I’m also wondering how to make a frame. For that I will put silicon around the edges to avoid humidity between both the monitor and the mirror. After I will print 3D part to old the monitor and the glass together. The printed part will also extend the width and height to the one of the IR frame. That way I will use silicon to attach the frame to the printed part. That way I will see only the IR frame around the mirror. I hope it will work. To attach it to the wall I ordered this par. https://www.amazon.nl/gp/product/B07FP39N8J I’m wondering if it will be strong enough but at least it seems very flat. Otherwise you cna select any system ‘vesa 100x100’
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    What Monitor did you use?

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    I think you can consider kiperlline, which is moderate in size and cheap, which is perfect for you. [https://jp.kiperline.com/](link url)
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    What are some good budget drawing monitors for beginners ?

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    Right now I want to be able to draw on the computer in Krita or another open source drawing program. I found the XP-Pen ( https://www.xp-pen.com ) display drawing tablet for pretty cheap, and i’m wondering whether it’s worth it for me to buy or not. I’m a beginner, but I want to become a freelance digital artist. I have read some reviews about some model of this brand, but it’s still confusing. My budget is around or under 300, however I would consider higher price (less than 600) if it’s reasonable and worth my money.
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    Opinions on this as a monitor to go behind a 75/20 mirror

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    @George sorry the 75/20 refers to the level of light penetration from the back side and therefore how bright a screen may appear when turned on (what I’ve been able to research and understand anyways). The dimensions of the frame will be 620mm wide (so flush with the width of the screen) and c.1400mm tall. My plan is to have two monitors at the top and bottom of the frame.
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    Recommondation of Screens

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    Hi there, starting to build one mirror by myself. As I do not want to see the backlight shining through the mirror, I would like to ask everybody, what Screen did you use and how much light bleeding can you see. If possible a picture would help other people to choose one screen. I know that OLED is best, but too expensive. I think their are as well good screens out there which has less bleeding.
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    Touchscreen Mirror

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    Hi @Schmaniel, yes. It works. That’s the way I have my Mirror setup. :) More info here…
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    IR touch frames

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    @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.
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    Pre-built frame

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    This is an option although expensive: https://www.twowaymirrors.com/smart-mirror-frame/
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    Clone the SD card?

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    @drewski3420 read the content on the link above
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    Screen for Raspberry Pi Zero

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

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    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?
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    Two way mirror shop in Netherlands (near Leiden)

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    @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.
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    Gesture Board for on/off Magic mirror

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    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 .
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    First Magic Mirror Build

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    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!
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    The mirror above the washbasin in bathroom? 230V?

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    @alpyapple putt 12V led tv. “Nikkei Mobile TV NL22FMBK 12 Volt 22 Inch LED TV met DVB-S2 Fastscan en DVB-T2”
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    Monitor Guidance -ViewSonic - 22" IPS LED FHD Monitor (DVI, HDMI, VGA)

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    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
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    [ORDER CLOSED] Two way mirror order in Germany

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    @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
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    Trouble

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    @marczy236 could u show me what u changed?
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    brightness control inverter

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    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]
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