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push buttons and arrow keys

RealLaxRealLax Posts: 14
edited 2006-05-02 03:57 in BASIC Stamp
I need a way to get user input. What I need is basically need is an up arrow key, a down arrow key, and an 'enter' key. The push button that came with my homework board is good for testing, but ideally I will need something bigger...maybe the size of the arrow keys on your computer.

Questions:
  • Does anyone have any first hand experience with parts they can recomend?
  • Would I have any problems usings SPST type switches from RadioShack?
  • Besides the pushbutton itself, what else would I need to connect it to my board?

Comments

  • Jon WilliamsJon Williams Posts: 6,491
    edited 2006-05-02 00:19
    You might try a web search at Jameco, Mouser, Digi-Key, et al.

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  • allanlane5allanlane5 Posts: 3,815
    edited 2006-05-02 01:08
    You might try the Sony remote code -- see the "application notes" on www.parallax.com
  • Eric REric R Posts: 225
    edited 2006-05-02 03:57
    George Risk sells switches and keycaps custom engraved. Here is a link for the keycaps.

    http://www.grisk.com/keycaps.htm
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