Building a Picture Frame Music Player with an iPod

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on creating a picture frame music player using an iPod as the sound source. The user, Klebe21, seeks to integrate a speaker and a battery-powered amplifier within a two-inch deep frame. Participants suggest exploring powered speaker systems compatible with the iPod, while emphasizing the importance of sound quality and size constraints. The project requires careful consideration of power sources and component compatibility to achieve the desired audio experience.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of audio amplification concepts
  • Familiarity with iPod audio output specifications
  • Knowledge of battery-powered speaker systems
  • Basic skills in electronics for device assembly
NEXT STEPS
  • Research battery-powered amplifiers compatible with iPod audio output
  • Explore various speaker options that fit within the frame's dimensions
  • Investigate powered speaker systems designed for iPods
  • Learn about sound quality optimization techniques for small audio setups
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This discussion is beneficial for visual artists, DIY electronics enthusiasts, and anyone interested in integrating audio solutions into visual displays.

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Hello I'm a visual artist and I'm trying to make a project were I need to add a sound to a photograph hang to a wall in a picture frame.The source of the sound it will be a ipod (unless someone has a better idea)I need to build a device to make the music from the ipod place in the narrow place beyond the frame(two inches deep) .I can find the speacker but I have not idea what should I put betw. the speacker and the ipod. I guess some kind of amplifier battery powered.(speacker and amplifier/battery must to plabe beyond the frame)
Thank you
Klebe21
 
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klebe21 said:
Hello I'm a visual artist and I'm trying to make a project were I need to add a sound to a photograph hang to a wall in a picture frame.The source of the sound it will be a ipod (unless someone has a better idea)I need to build a device to make the music from the ipod place in the narrow place beyond the frame(two inches deep) .I can find the speacker but I have not idea what should I put betw. the speacker and the ipod. I guess some kind of amplifier battery powered.(speacker and amplifier/battery must to plabe beyond the frame)
Thank you
Klebe21

Welcome to the PF. What is your power source going to be? Batteries, or do you have another source of power?

There are powered speaker systems for the iPod -- have you looked at those already?
 
Hello,I know about the speacker that are working with ipod,but are too small(no good sound )or too big for what I need. About the power ,if I can get decent sound with battery I prefer ,but I'm flexible.
Thank you
 

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