[Khalid]

Here is a bad GUI...

[CarveOne]

I was just trying to offer an idea for something "extra". I know that it will have some extra effort in software, and other issues to overcome.

It seemed to be something that would eventually happen anyway, and I was hoping that you would be the one to do it first. At least in the software side of it and let someone else figure out the rest. There's always an artist looking for a new way to express himself or herself. They can usually find the financial backing to build it.

Good luck with your new waterfall venture.

CarveOne

[Khalid]

Hi carveOne,
I can do that in the software but only for you...If you agree to make one and install it in your beautiful workshop:tired:

Look at the video of the working simulator and the following data:

0000000000000000
0000001111000000
0000111111111000
0000111111110000
0000001111100000
0000001111100000
0000011111110000
0011111111111110


Just see how the leds on/off as per each row of data...
[nomedia="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGZjb0nHGJQ"]YouTube - DIY Graphical fountain simulator.flv[/nomedia]

[Khalid]

Hi,
Here is 5 step GUI for graphical fountain Programmer and Controller. Any suggestion is appreciated to make it rich with functionalities..

[Khalid]

After testing 16 valves PCB , today i etched a PCB for 40 solenoid valve controller.. I also purchased a 6" dia PVC pipe and drilled 40 holes each 6mm diameter...

[Khalid]

Some advancements and updates on the software and hardware:

SOFTWARE Updates:
1- The software now can support all types of popular image format. Previously it only support WMF file Format.

2- Now you can add Colored images and then convert it in Pure Black and white.
3- Multuple image effects added, like Flip, Mirror and invert.
4- Delay Timer provided.
5- Scroll Bars were added to move big pictures inside picture container.

HARDWARE:
1- The PCB for controlling 40 solenoid valves was designed and etched.
2- The simulator was tested and a short video is in following youtube link:
[nomedia="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gCgXjO2Noo"]YouTube - Graphical Fountain 40 Solenoid Valve simulator.flv[/nomedia]

3- Ordered more 30 solenoid valves. The pipe fittings are being machined on lathe. Hope i will be able to post some pictures in coming days.

[Khalid]

Here is the 6" Diameter PVC pipe with 40 fittings for solenoid valves

[Khalid]

Here is another video in sequence with the graphical waterfall LED simulator toward the actual controlling of single solenoid valve... You can hear the ON/OFF sound from the solenoid valve.
In the last few frames the solenoid stopped working and i just stumped what happen?..and after a little investigation found the +ve wire of solenoid detached..as i connected it temporirly with squash tape..smiley-wink

The positive thing of this test was:
1- My Connections of IRF540 good.
2- Solenoid response time is also good.
3- During the testing my circuit didn't get back emf from the solenoid as i have connected IN4007 across the solenoid. Thus my circuit is safe.
4- Testing one solenoid valve successfully gave me confidence that all the remaining 39 valves will work great.
5- I thought the LED of the tested solenoid valve will not be bright or will be off but it also work as usual.
6- The 74HC595 and microcontroller IC are as cold as in ice room.

Here is the link of video:
[nomedia="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCnFGR4CeFw"]YouTube - graphical fountain and solenoid.flv[/nomedia]