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MUSICAL TOY PROJECT - UNDER CONSTRUCTION
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Project concept by Phil Townshend - copyright 1998.
UPDATED:.23:21 02 September 2009
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| INTRODUCTION |
| A 8-10 week project that is ideal for Key Stage 2 or 3 D&T.
This project is possible due to the UM66T melody IC. A (thankfully growing) range of tunes are avaiable which use very few components to drive a loudspeaker. These tunes can be used as part of a MDF or acrylic toy that has a part of it that moves to activate the tune. This can be any feature of the model, eg. arm, hair etc
The project covers Electronics and mechanics, from melody ICs and transistor amplifiers to levers and cams.
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| PROJECT DETAILS |
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The lever has to be attached behind the model to activate the microswitch. A 4x1/2 japaned wood screw was used to secure the lever.
The microswitch is screwed into place from the front of the model using countersunk screws then the heads painted over to hide them, or they can be stuck with impact adhesive.
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BATTERY BOX
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The battery box made from 6mm MDF, holds the 2xAA battery holder which is wire ended, not the snap type. Parts were glued together with PVA glue and then sanded smooth.
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Another method of activating the microswitch when the lever is attached to the front of the model using a screw.
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The speaker can be glued with impact adhesive, but it is preferable to have screws with washers positioned at 3 points around the rim holding the lip of the speaker intoplace. The screw are very small, 6.5mm so they don't go through to the other side.
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PARTS LIST + TOOLS
- 6mm MDF or 3mm Acrylic
- 3mm MDF offcuts
- PCB & Components
- Small length of insulated wire
- PVA Glue
- 6.5mm self tapping screws
- 12mm self tapping screws
- Wirecutters and Screwdriver
- Soldering iron, stand and wire
- Drill, 3mm bit, 2mm bit
- Saws and sander
- Paints
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A good tip is to glue the battery box in to place about 3mm from the bottom of the model. This makes it lean back very slightly and a lot more stable
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| CIRCUIT DETAILS |
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There are confusingly 2 types of melody IC available - or there were:
- M66T, UM66T series
This type can drive a speaker directly.
- HT38xx series
This type requires a transistor to drive a speaker.
The M66T is available from Maplin but I haven't seen the HT series for a while. Refer to datasheet/part no. when you order to determine which type you have.
When using the HTxx type, take care as the melody IC and the transistor are in the same package.The transistor can be any TO92c, such as BC337.
Look up the NPN transistor table for various common types.
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Circuit Diagram - M66T series
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Circuit Diagram - HTxxxx
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Left shows how to connect the battery, switch and PCB together. The connections are the same for either circuit.
You will need to either cut the positive lead, or add another wire to link the microswitch to the PCB. It depends how much wire you need.
Ensure that the positive connection (red wire) is on the right and the negative on the left.
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 Put a piece of masking tape on the back of the speaker to prevent the metal case shorting out the underside of the PCB.
To prevent the battery wires breaking away from the PCB, drill 3mm holes in the PCB to feed the wires through to take the strain.
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| PROJECT EXAMPLES |
| Previous work |
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Some projects were made from 3mm acrylic with relief parts in different colours - (shown right). This looked very effective and professional when completed but it is difficult to do.
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| LESSON PLANS |
Below is a summary of the project lessons. It is structured in 8 x 2 hour lessons.
Topics of Learning include:
- Identifying and reading electronic components
- Microchips and sound porduction
- PCB production
- Soldering
- Cutting and shaping resistant materials, MDF and/or 3mm acrylic
- Designing and planning processes
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WEEK
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CONTENT
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OBJECTIVE
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HOMEWORK
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NC links
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Project Brief and Specification
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| RESOURCE DOWNLOADS |
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RESOURCES
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - UM66T
Instructions on assembling the PCB, connecting the speaker, and the battery supply. |
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ASSESSMENT TASKS
A list of tasks for assessment to meet the NC levels and programs of study. |
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - HT38xx
Instructions on assembling the PCB, connecting the speaker, and the battery supply. |
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LESSON PLANS
A more detailed plan of the project with objectives and NC levels mapped. |
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PCB TRACK LAYOUT
24 PCB layouts of both types of PCB. These can be photo-copied onto acetate. |
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SCHEME OF WORK - QCA Format
A complete scheme of work for this project covering all aspects and links to other areas of the curriculum. |
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RESISTOR COLOUR CODE CHART
A chart for working out the 3 band resistor colour coding system. |
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RESISTOR COLOUR CODE CARDS
Useful compact cards that have a reduced version of the chart above. |
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WORKSHEETS
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EVALUATION GRID
A table of questions to help prompt an effective evaluation of their final design |
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USING MULTIMETERS
Three simple tasks with a multimeter on resistance range. Good 10 minute exercise. |
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RESISTANCE WORKSHEET
A worksheet with 6 questions on basic resistance with answer page. |
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