Own Cloud with the Raspberry Pi
NextCloud is open source software that turns a Raspberry Pi into a cloud server. It can be used for photo galleries, media playback and data synchronisation, calendars and many other options. It can also share data with specific participants and collaborate. In this How-To we show you how to install NextCloud on Raspberry Pi and […]
How to build a laboratory power supply in 10 steps
In this How-To we show you how you can easily assemble a laboratory power supply. We decided to use a programmable control voltage module with constant voltage and constant current and install it in a suitable housing. The project Suitable for: Beginners with basic knowledge Time required: Approx. two hours Budget: About £80 What you […]
How to install security cameras with POE
POE (Power over Ethernet) is a technology that allows you to supply power to devices, for e.g. security cameras, via the LAN cable. Save yourself from having to lay cables twice and save space as well as installation costs. A switch structure also gives you advanced configuration options for powering devices over the network cable. […]
It’s that easy to install a smart socket!
Get smart features in your home without having to buy a new set of electrical appliances. Learn here how to make and control your smart sockets with an attachment and Raspberry Pi. The Project Suitable for: Beginners with basic knowledge Time required: Approx. 30 mins Budget: Around £80 What you need: 1x Raspberry Pi 2 […]
Build your own smart doorbell with the ESP8266 and Fritz! Box
Sometimes it’s difficult to hear the doorbell at home when you’re in the garden, have headphones on or are playing loud music. Wouldn’t it be useful to have a simple, portable solution that integrates with the technology you already own at home? The Project Suitable for: Advanced Time required: approx. 2 hours What you need: NodeMCU ESP8266 Wi-Fi […]
How to create great vlogs with GoPro and Premiere Elements
Whether you’re on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook video is one of the best ways to communicate with your audience. It’s a simple way to get your message across quickly and it’s easy to get started. In this ‘how to’, we share the steps to produce a high-quality vlog with the help of a GoPro and […]
How to build a glowing dog collar with Adafruit Flora
You can build a glowing collar for your best friend with the help of Adafruit Flora and colour-changing neopixels. Whether you’re looking for extra cool points at the park or you’d like the added safety in the dark, here’s how to get started: The project Suitable for: beginners Time required: 2 hours Budget: £80-100 The […]
Get great WiFi coverage throughout your home with the AVM Mesh Network
Do you struggle to get WiFi signal in some corners of your home? With the AVM Mesh Network you can get great WiFi coverage, everywhere. In this guide, we show you how to install a mesh set, explain how it works and the advantages it offers you. Let’s get stuck in! The project Suitable for: […]
Build your own KODI Internet radio with a Raspberry Pi and touchscreen
In our last How-To, we showed you how to setup KODI on the Raspberry Pi and how you can use it as a multimedia centre. In this How-To, we go one step further and show you how to build and configure your own KODI Internet radio with 7,000 channels and a touch display. The project […]
How to install Electric Roller Shutters
Electric roller shutters, blinds and awnings help you to maintain the ideal temperature and protect your home against burglary. The added thermal insulation from electric roller shutters can help to reduce your heating and energy bills drastically too. A smooth running tubular motor is quiet, low maintenance and can be quickly integrated into all good […]
