Jagarang
07-28-2005, 06:06 PM
Anybody know of a way that I could install a "timer", dimmer, or a fade out circuit into say an LED array?
For instance....
The type of array I referring to is like the turn signals in Ford truck side view mirrors that have the hidden LED "arrow" trurn indicators in them.
I'd like to have a similar setup for placing "PRNDL" in my rearview, but don't want the "D" staring me in the face the whole time, especially at night. I've got the "PRNDL" already and just need to figure out the best way to go about this idea.
I'd like the wire in a timer/fader that would shut the LED off after say 30-45 seconds after a gear selection. Perhaps the "R" should not have this function just so one doesn't forget that he's in reverse.
Anyway, I don't know where to find such "timers" or how to wire them into a particular circuit.
A timer that had a rheostat to ramp down the LED, so it fades out gradually, would be a nice touch if possible.
You guys have any thoughts or ideas??
For instance....
The type of array I referring to is like the turn signals in Ford truck side view mirrors that have the hidden LED "arrow" trurn indicators in them.
I'd like to have a similar setup for placing "PRNDL" in my rearview, but don't want the "D" staring me in the face the whole time, especially at night. I've got the "PRNDL" already and just need to figure out the best way to go about this idea.
I'd like the wire in a timer/fader that would shut the LED off after say 30-45 seconds after a gear selection. Perhaps the "R" should not have this function just so one doesn't forget that he's in reverse.
Anyway, I don't know where to find such "timers" or how to wire them into a particular circuit.
A timer that had a rheostat to ramp down the LED, so it fades out gradually, would be a nice touch if possible.
You guys have any thoughts or ideas??