More Matrix fun

As part of my effort to use the materials I have on hand, I’ve started building up a really “big” matrix (160 x 128) using p4 panels. This matches the pixel count of highest total I have built thus far and is close to the edge of what a teensy 4 can handle. The resulting size will be smaller than the biggest p5 matrix projects to date but the image should benefit from the high pixel count. I originally thought I was on my way to the biggest matrix yet (128 x 192) but I discovered that 2 of my 12 panels were of a different brand/source and would not match up well in terms of the colors produced. They also had a different frame shape and mounting scheme which is what tipped me off. This is on me, not the vendor.

I managed to get the 10 panels connected to each other (laser-cut wood bits and metric bolts), wired for data ( grey ribbon cables) , wired for power ( red and black), and built/added the power supply and power input socket/switch. Next step is to add the 2020 aluminum frame which will give a finished look and provide the structure this needs to hang properly. That requires some time with the chop saw which is a pain to setup, this a backlog in parts needing to be cut thereon.

The rooster is jus there to hold the power supply mount while the glue dries.

Those 2 oddball p4 panels ended up in this 64 x 64 matrix. Note the red frame. That is Baltic birch, stained with red alcohol ink and sealed with spray urethane. I am not sure if I have seen this pattern before, I need to spend some time to see if this is related to the panels or if this is something I can exploit in future patterns. looks like deep space photos of nebula. I like.