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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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    Raspberry Pi4 Power Supply Help

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    @BKeyport lol
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    dead SD-card every aprox. 6 months

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    @PHAGE-GOV edit the file as root if u are not root, then u must use the sudo prefix on a command commands to edit on linux are vi, nano and (too many) others… I use nano SO its sudo nano /etc/fstab has nothing to do with MM, just basic linux skills.
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    Motion detection: PIR sensor vs picamera

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    @elleclouds - If I understand you properly, then this is what you’re looking for: Motion Detection with RaspiCam Non-Module Version
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    Advise about touch screen

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    Hello I have a big Magic Mirror with specs Bredth(68.1) x Hight(148.1) and a LG 32 inch TV screen behind the double sided mirror, using Raspi4. I was wondering that if I can buy touch screen foil (usb) from Aliexpress.com and put it in front of the television screen (monitor) to make the sceen interactive, as the way it is. I would like hear your comments or suggestions. BestRegards JG
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    MMM-Pages and copies of modules

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    @chassain-0 said in MMM-Pages and copies of modules: hello, you have to copy calendar to calendar2 folder, rename calendar.js to calendar2.js and rename in Module.register(“calendar2”,{… Then in defaultmodules. js add “default/calendar2”. Thank you very much, I followed your instructions and it works now!!!
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    Pages with gesture sensor

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    @rxlDavid Thank you thats it :)
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    Raspberry Pi 3 b+ and Magic Mirror

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    I have made a video tutorial about how to install MM application using @sdetweil scripts. I have also tried to explain the module configurations ! Hope it would help you… https://youtu.be/PHpth_KQHcE
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    Door sensors...

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    @Egnos Well, I find the price is reasonable. At the time we built our house (4 years ago) sensors and actors for HomeKit accessories were not available, except for switching some outlets or similar. We wanted to retrofit a wireless home automation system, which works reliable and is flexible. Thus, the decision fell on Homematic. There are a few good platforms (open source) to combine various systems with each other, e.g. ioBroker (which I use) or openHub. And yes, MMM-Homematic is the module I have on the mirror.
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    4 inch RPi LCD displaying MM not working

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    @sdetweil I did as you suggested and installed the waveshare drivers after loading the desktop the first time, plus a little raspi-config action. Thanks again for your help, much appreciated.
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    27" Mirror Frame For Sale (UK)

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    hi - still available? i’ve just bought a pi 4b and was wondering what to do with it…?
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    IR Touch Frame calibration

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    Thank you for your instructions. Unfortunately, this does not work for me. I have a 42 “frame over a 32” monitor. The monitor is only a part of the touch frame area. According to your instructions, no error message appears, but the ratio does not fit in the calibration. Do you have a tip for me here?
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    LCD Monitor & required hardware

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    Hi all, Need to build α magic mirror for my bathroom and i am a bit on the stuck side regarding h/w needed. I do have a 13.3 monitor out of an old laptop, http://www.panelook.com/B133XW01 V0_AUO_13.3_LCM_overview_441.html I am considering buying a universal controller like this one, https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A81-2-PA-V56-V59-Universal-LCD-Driver-Board-DVB-T2-TV-Remote-Controller-3663/143556583408?hash=item216ca39ff0:g:7JoAAOSwcIxeXcrN I have noticed that there are other options as well but since an additional requirement is to drive an 8Ω 10w 6" speaker through this, i believe this is my best bet (it says that its audio output is 2ch 8W) 3 questions, Do i need to buy an additional led backlight driver and if yes will the following do the job? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Backlight-LED-Constant-Current-Board-Driver-Board-12-connecters-LED-Strip-Tes-ns/352821281750?hash=item5225c983d6:g:b8cAAOSw~kBc4iWw It has so many channels and cables that confuses me of which to plug, if any… Is there any other option, simpler-leaner? If you notice on the panelook link at the backlight section, it says that it is “with a led driver”. So does this mean that i do not need an extra driver? Hence, can the monitor just be plugged with the controller and work? Will the controller handle the above spec’d speaker or will i need to install an amplifier as well? thank you very much!
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    mirrors

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    We are Expert in Shower Doors Enclosures, Glass and mirrors (fabricate and Installation) https://rembrandtglassandmirrorllc.com/
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    Raspberry 4 with two 24-inch screens ?

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    @sdetweil i knew i could be wrong!! :D
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    Suggestions for Microphone + Speaker for the Raspberry pi 4?

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    @Baassievalk i use the webcam everyday for my sleep/wake module, and have used it for voice driven modules, Alexa, and Assistant… (I m not using those last modules today)… I have three systems that use the webcam everyday for motion detection
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    MM not filling screen

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    @reallykeene cool!!..
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    Using Old Phone Mic on Raspberry Pi

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    Thanks that sounds like a good idea but the reason i wanted to use an old phone was so that i didnt have to buy things, even if its only a dollar or two, so if you have other ideas please let me know
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    MMM-DS18B20 fixed

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    I use the DS18B20 temperature probes a lot so I was really excited to see a module for these. I noticed in the issues that there were a couple of people having problems. I’m happy to say that I found the issues and posted the fix in the issues and this module now works very well. The DS18B20s are great little devices if you want to measure one or more temperatures around the house. I hope this helps others. Glenn.
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    monitor - disassemble or not?

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    @thedoorsfanatic Try to find a guide on youtube on how to disassemble a benq monitor. I just googled for “disassebmle benq monitor” and found a few videos on yt. Maybe your model is amongst them.
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