FunTime is a simple DIY clock kit, that doubles up as automatic night lamp. There are numerous very good clock kits and projects out there. When I started to build this, I wanted to make one which I could use it in my home! Hence the design is simple yet cool. While building this kit we learn about how time is computed, converted to secs, mins, hours, days and eventually into years! We will also learn about measuring light and controlling a LED depending on time and light. The end goal is build a cool wall clock, use the time and the light intensity to turn on the night lamp. So let's get started!

Schematic

Hook up

Soldering on a Perf Board

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We will start out by cutting the perf board, so that it fits in the enclosure. It will be difficult to solder the components and then cut the perf-board.

The blank perf board of standard size 9CM x 15CM.

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Cut out the shape as desired, we wanted to make it look like cloud.

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Start soldering the components. It is better to fix the display and switches first, so that they align with the cut-outs made on the enclosure.


Now solder the remaining parts as per the schematic.

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