3rd attempt at wiring.. and nothing

[th hunter]

so i tried it my second time and nothing so i took it apart and read more threads and tried my third time and im not getting anything at all the batteries are not even getting warm so here are some pics... i tried getting closer up and clearer shots this time
http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k535/htuchscherer123/PICT2691.jpg
http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k535/htuchscherer123/PICT2690.jpg
http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k535/htuchscherer123/PICT2693.jpg
http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k535/htuchscherer123/PICT2694.jpg
http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k535/htuchscherer123/PICT2695.jpg
another crappy thing is i only have red wire lol sorry

[iamdrake]

You need to put the batteries in....

Seriously though I think someone already told you, you seem to be making a LOT of threads over a single build, try just continuing the posts you have already started. You may also want to start simpler. First go with just the LED then on your next build add an econ board. My Scottish clan has a moto "Success nourishes hope." Take smaller steps and it may help.

[Darth Xusia]

Try this. It is a quick attempt to show it with the battery pack you are using and a recharge port. I didn't know what led you are using so the resistor doesn't have the value on it. I didn't do the anti-vandal switch on here either.
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a77/SNeiswender/th_2010Hasbro.png (http://s9.photobucket.com/albums/a77/SNeiswender/?action=view&current=2010Hasbro.png)

I think you should start simpler, as has been suggested, and work you way up.

[Sunrider]

I would say start all over and use wire the size of those coming off the battery pack. Normally it is electronic components that make smoke. Damage should be visable.

[th hunter]

Would my av switch or luxIII be ruined in any way?? or even the econo board?? becuz i have this so rigt now i wired it one more time after ^^ and still is not working im thinkin i have fried sumthing but i dont know what can/ would be ruined

[iamdrake]

Yes one or more item may be fried. The lux III could have burnt out, the board could have burnt out, or the led in the switch may have burnt out.

[th hunter]

nooooo!!! lol wow im super depressed and impatient and broke so it will be at aeast til after xmas till i can even think about working on it... its lame cuz i dont have a job and this is all i have been doing... more time to get a job i guess :( lame thank you guys for all the effort neways i truly appreciate everyone here:)
this is my roughdraft for what i want it to turn out to tho im sending in the body for powder coating in two days
the sketch is a little off but oh well lol
http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k535/htuchscherer123/PICT2697.jpg
http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k535/htuchscherer123/PICT2698.jpg

[Skottsaber]

Your wiring to the LED is wrong!
Don't wire to the legs of the LED, wire to 2 adjacent pads on the star PCB. i.e An opposite pair of plus and minus.
You also might want to wire in a speaker to those yellow wires ;)

[dgdve]

OK... the way I see it this build is scrap... but thats ok, as I've said before we've all been there...

Now its time to step back and gather some essencial tools.. one thing I think that couldve helped you even more than any of us..

Get A MULTIMETER... it allows you to check and doublecheck your voltages BEFORE you start making connections... it will save you more money than it costs(and they are cheap)

Your in the right place, imho you need to develop your ability to wait... before you strike.. I say this a lot but patience patience patience.. I know it doesnt seem like it but everytime you see a build posted it seems to just "appear" but in reality that build is weeks to months old.. and the "nicer" builds just take longer.. I want you to get your build completed and I know it can be done.. just... gather your thoughts, gather your tools, gather you materials, NEVER ever rush, measure everything twice, cut everything with enough room to sand it even.. and my friend... be patient

[th hunter]

hey i was wondering if the saber shop would except checks like if i sent it prior. because i dont have a credit card... however i suppose i could go to walmart and get one of those rechargeable ones

[cardcollector]

OK, here is what I would do in your position.
1. Ditch the soundboard for this build. I know, a saber without sound isn't as near as cool as one with sound. But a saber with light is cooler than one without. Just set it aside for anouther build! I would do the same thing with your recharge port, just buy rechargeable AA's and take them out of the saber to charge.

2. Pratice Soldering more! You connections are based on how well you can solder them together. Take a few hours, and just practice soldering wires to wires...

3. Finish your hilt. OK, so the electronics portion is toast right now, so focus on your hilt! The overlay is a nice design, but it is going to take some serious work.

4. Start using punctuation. I know you may be on a cell phone or something like that- but if you want us to help you the best we can, and have your ideas presented in an intellegent way, we need sentences, periods, and capitalization.

I would encourage you not to post any new threads on this build. Feel free to PM if you have a question, or post in a thread you've already started.

[th hunter]

I shall take this to heart and will do, the only problem is i really need to work on this punctuation problem. i dont have a phone but i do instant message alot on facebook, it has been quite a probem . But nonetheless thank you for the advice... Now i would like to know how you make the overlay so shiny. Do you simply polish the aluminum alot or do you powdercoat it chrome?

[cardcollector]

I am not going to give you a direct answer. Rather, I will give you a thread that shall teach you how to search. ;)
http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/showthread.php?9527-How-to-use-the-quot-search-quot-function/page2

[th hunter]

haha allright

[Azmaria Dei]

sounds like you're making your way. just remember to read read read. everyone has asked a lot of questions over the years and they're all still here, answered multiple times in various ways. i think the best skill to work on first is search-fu and the second is soldering. have fun, good luck, and may the Force be with you! ^_^

[th hunter]

My brother in law owns a motorcycle company and i just sent my stuff in to get powder coated:) I am very excited does anyone know how long it takes typically? or does it just vary depending on the people? Either way im psyched and cant wait. also i have to wait for my mhs sleeve too. I feel it is going to turn out great and of course i will post pics as soon as i am done cutting lol

[Azmaria Dei]

i don't know the poder coating process, but i hear it takes a few days at least.

do you plan on using a dremel or something else to cut the shroud with? it may be a bit of obvious advice, but remember to leave a millimeter or so more than you want and sand it down to where you want the lines to be. you can always take away, but it's a royal pain to add to.

[th hunter]

and yes i have a dremel all ready to go. like i dont know why but i have not been this excited about anything since going to disney land when i was like five im super psyched. and do you know if the shroud, when i slide it on, will couse any damage to the powdercoating? i am getting mhs sleeve and it will be flat black powdercoated

[Azmaria Dei]

i don't have any first hand experience with the new sleeve material yet so i can't say for sure. but i think it'll slide on fairly tightly with Tim's powdercoating. no idea about anyone else's though. and as for powdercoating the shroud before cutting it, be extra careful of chipping it when you're cutting.

as for the shroud material i have on order, i know i should have just barely enough room for my base paints, but i'll have to clearcoat it all together, which will make for harder wiring in the end.