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== Falcon Pixlenet/DMX 512 Dongle ==

The Falcon FPD is a daughter board for the Falcon Pi Player that allows you to output 32k channels.  It supports both Pixelnet and DMX 512 output via 12 universes ports (4 universes per RJ-45 Jack) in any combination.

With the addition of this daughter board to the Falcon Pi Player it would be the same capability as 2 EtherDongles, 1 Conductor, and 1 Slave. Along with additional features not available elsewhere.  

=== FPD Build Notes ====
The FPD build instructions will be coming shortly.  However I wanted to post a few important notes on here until it is ready.

# Use the large single pin header in the BOM kit to break apart and use for the 2 ISCSP, Test 1, Test 2, and the TRG header. 
# The 18pin dual header is not included in the BOM, and is for future use of the Real Time Clock.
# The TRG is for future use of the RDS when developed
# Place a jumper on the two header pins at Test 1 location.
# The FPD can be used to power the Pi Player by using the USB type 1 port on the FPD to a mini USB power port on the Pi Player.  (power to the Pi Player is the only function of the USB port on the FPD)
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Future Use:  The 18pin header, the TRG, The LED Lights at D3 & D4, The pushbutton Switch, and the Test 1 header are all used for future use, and not currently active in the Alpha Release 1.
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When flashing the Pic 32MX795F512L with the FPD Firmware, remember the ICSP Pin 1 (matches up with the Triangle on the Pixkit ribbon) is the pin closest to the edge with the LED lights.  (Opposite side of the RJ45 jacks)


== Links ==
*[[Falcon_FPD| Falcon Pixnet DMX (FPD)]]
*[[Build: FPD|FPD Assembly Manual v1]] 
*[[Manual: FPD|FPD Users Manual v1]]
*[http://www.falconchristmas.com/shop/  FPD PCB Board Order]
*[http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=1065b401df  Mouser Direct FPD BOM Kit - Updated For EOL Items]
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'''Firmware & Software'''
*[http://falconchristmas.com/forum/index.php?action=downloads;sa=view;down=18 FPD Firmware (PIC File)]


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