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    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!!
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  • lolobyteL

    Memory effect with MM2

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    @sdetweil said in Memory effect with MM2: @toucherts every 6 hours it toggles the class used to present the screen. I just made a little module package on github https://github.com/sdetweil/MMM-Anti-Screen-Burn-In OK GOOD
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    Official RPI Touchscreen, control screen blanking without disabling it

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    The official Raspberry Pi touchscreen activates a screensaver without documented settings. The screen wakes up when touched. Generally, I would like to keep it that way but I also want to be able to wake up the screen programmatically. If possible, I would also like to tweak the activation time. I know how to turn the backlight on and off and how to dim the screen but does anyone know how to manage this screensaver?
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    Atomic Pi

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    @MadScientist Give MMM-Globe a try to give it a workout.
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    Touchscreen overlay

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    Yes I did search before posting. These IR overlays are designed to work with Samsungs proprietary smart mirror system hence the question as to whether it would be compatible. The question was whether anyone had success implementing magic mirror with these rather than overlays in general
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    LED display shines through

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    @Sean Again, thank you very much for everything. Excellent information.
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    Advise about hardware

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    I watched HBO GO for free and got informative videos regarding smart Mirorrs. Hope it helps you !
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    Let’s talk frames!

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    @dxfan227 Have you started your mirror construction?
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    Need to Get Started Help Asap...

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    @Pyaar What size frame do you want ? I think the 15-16 inch mirror is very suitable for frames within 30 inches. IPS really much better.
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    [ITALY] Where to buy glass from/what kind of glass to get

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    @lorcalhost Are you interested in buying a smart mirror hardware kit? Customize the frame size you need And install the mirror control panel and so on. You just need to install the Raspberry Pi by yourself.
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    SMART MIRROR KITS FROM $299

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    @dxfan227 Hi 1 Acrylic 2-Way Mirror 2 We offer wooden frames of any size But the LCD size is the same.
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    This topic is deleted!

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    Shout out to this UK Supplier for 2-way mirrors

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    @wrumble you could always buy an acrylic sheet from somwhere like this and then buy the one way mirror film from ebay.
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    Two-way mirror film applied directly to monitor?

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    I was throwing around a few ideas in my head while applying privacy mirrored film to a few windows in my condo and had the realization that potentially the need for glass in a smart mirror could be circumvented entirely by applying the film directly to the monitor? I realize you’d have to apply the film in the opposite way it was intended, with the clear peel-off film facing outward and essentially only apply the film using the suction created by squeegeeing the water out but does anyone have any knowledge of whether this method works? For my purposes I don’t need a flawless mirror but am concerned that perhaps the static generated by the LCD screen may have an affect on the longevity of the film staying on the screen. Thanks for any help.
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    IR frame that supports multitouch?

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    Hi I’m trying to build a magic mirror that would have touch capabilities, and I have seen some ir frames with multi touch only support multi touch on windows or mac and woundn’t work with a raspberry pi. I was thinking of getting this frame https://www.peauproductions.com/collections/pq-labs-g5-integration-kit-touch-frames/products/z-pq-g5-2k-ig-32 But I don’t know if it would work. Has anyone had a multi touch frame that worked?
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    MM2 on a x86 laptop running Raspberry Pi desktop not working.... Why not?

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    @MWel1977 That guide is a little old. Yes, it will still work as described. However, I’ve left Windows behind where MagicMirror is concerned. If I were writing that guide today I would be urging the use of ubuntu. Continue what you are doing, by all means. If all else fails, consider trying ubuntu.
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    Raspberry Pi issue

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    @BandNerd1002 - Not to worry. First, let’s get your config.js off of your SD card. Using the Windows File Explorer, browse through the boot drive and look for the config.js file. Copy that to your computer. (if it turns out that you can’t find this file, no worries. We’ll recreate it later). If you were able to backup your config.js file, great! If not, no big deal. At this point, I suggest you follow the Complete Setup Tutorial. It will walk you through prepping your SD card and getting your Magic Mirror reinstalled. A couple things to note about the tutorial: It’s Raspian Stretch now. Download the full version with the recommended software. The command to clear out some installed & unnecessary software will fail due to some of the listed software not being included. Try running the command one application at a time and skipping the ones that aren’t found. Once you have your mirror back up and running, you can copy your config.js file back to your Raspberry Pi. Then you just have to re-clone and re-build all of the modules you had downloaded.
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    Raspberry pi model 3 b+ not powering up

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    When you turned it off before, how did you power down the pi? Did you use the inline power button in the power cable? If so, it’s possible that the card might have been corrupted. If you have a known good backup, I would try flashing that back to the card to see if it boots. I don’t know why the power supply includes a push button switch, as this is a known way to mess things up. It’s best to SSH in and use the command sudo shutdown instead, or wire up a momentary switch to the GPIO that runs a script to execute that command. However the fact that you say that not even the red light comes on leads me to believe there is a larger problem, and the board might indeed be dead. If you have a spare SD card lying around, try flashing NOOBS on it and see if that boots.
  • ejay-ibmE

    Mic array PLUS Other sensor ? possible ?

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    @dxfan227 read this topic: https://forum.magicmirror.builders/topic/7035/boosting-usb-mic-or-best-mic-choice/2 depending on your project goals, the USB mic might be a good option, but if the primary use would be voice assistant, then I recommend the mic array.
  • wiresharkW

    Can I make a touch mirror?

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    depends on the touch film of the screen, might work, might not. If you have the the screen directly under the glass (not two way mirror glass btw, metal disrupts the field). it should be strong enough. What Touch foil did you buy? Never seen the lines layed out like that before (usually it’s designed as a straight line grid).
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    Pi power adapter

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    @bhepler Thank you, appreciate it
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