Just a quick update:
I hooked up my HP 632C printer and after setting up cups, it appears to be doing what i want, however my ink cartridges are dry (been setting up for at least 4-5 years).
I dont know why its not giving me a low ink warning, but it goes through all the motions, just doesnt print anything out.
Ink cartridges for this printer are very high, around 70-80 bucks new for both tri-color and black. I can get refilled for around 30 , but the comments on those dont look very good.
Im thinking of ordering this printer from walmart:
Heres the link, pic below:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/HP-Deskjet-1112-printer-color-ink-jet/47039971The printer is about 30 US bucks, and new cartridges are around 43 bucks for both.
I know the ink that comes with these cheap printers dont last long, but maybe it will be enough to test my setup and get everything fine tuned.
I also bought some new, thicker lexan. The first one was 0.080 plexiglass this new one is 0.093 Lexan.
You can see the thickness difference between the two. This new one is a lot more snug in the wood slot. Almost too snug, but I think it will be OK.
If I eve rdo this type project again, i will cut the slots 2 saw blade thicknesses.
Hopefully this new panel wont have the "flappyness" in area between speaker and monitor.
Got it cut out width X height, sticker placed where camera peep hole will be, and painted inside black. I will try to do the router routine tomorrow and cut out for monitor and speakers.
Paint needs to thoroughly dry first.
I will get some pics of that when it's done. Maybe post a pic of the rig I made to cut out the monitor and speaker holes.
Been fine tuning the software. I also wrote a setup program that allows you to set everything. It displays in a dos style, must have keyboard connected. Im thinking of having it display screens like the photobooth does, so user can use touch screen or mouse to set up everything. No hurry on that right now.
Well, here's the promised pic of that walmart printer. tell me what you think.