Mark VII Tricorder (Ready for PropFX electronics)

Hi folks! I just renewed my Fusion 360 license and I am ready to build new props. As always, I offer my models up for free.

The Fusion 360 license is not cheap. If you want to support me, and help cover the cost; please visit my new Ko-fi.

https://ko-fi.com/dinoi

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WARNING: This is a prototype / work in progress. It is not yet fully tested.
I am still tuning these.

This Tricorder was designed to fit the PropEFX electronics kit:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/509553333/sale-star-trek-mark-vii-science

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Note from the creator:
As with any of my files here; These are offered for free. If you like my work or plan to sell prints of it; I encourage you to donate to my favorite charity

https://creativity.org/support/

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These files are best printed with a resin printer. All the files labeled BITS should be printed in transparent resin. Files labeled 2X need to be printed twice.

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Additional materials you need:

Magnet for second reed switch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07873ZCY4

Magnets for inclosure panels
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0819JZF66

Hinges
https://www.ebay.com/itm/6031-3-4-x-3-4-Brass-Plate-Butt-Hinge-10-pcs-FREE-SHIPPING/352634680269

https://www.dlawlesshardware.com/trunk-jewelry-box-hardware/10-pack-3-4-x-3-4-brass-plated-hinges-10-pack-with-screws/

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Here's the basic instructions for installing the electronics kit:

1. put main reed switch in divot
2. attach hinges to main body... make sure the orientation is correct
3. solder the positive and negative from main board through holes to hinges
4. run the front sensor, the speaker, the buttons and the the front lights up through the sensor hood (don't affix them at this time)
5. bend the red light on the top of main board into power hole
6. secure main board into all LED holes
7. secure the buttons into the divot
8. secure everything else on the main body... do the sensors last.
9. on the flip shell... solder the positive and negative

Please let me know what issues you encounter.