This article details a creative repurposing project: turning a decommissioned parking meter into a functioning jukebox using a Raspberry Pi Zero and RFID technology.
Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
* The Project: A user on the Raspberry Pi subreddit, Connect_Use2528, transformed a discarded parking meter into a jukebox.
* Aesthetic: The meter was painted a vibrant baby pink.
* Technology:
* Raspberry Pi Zero: The brains of the operation, handling music playback.
* RFID Reader: The original credit card slot was repurposed to read RFID cards.
* RFID Cards: Used to select and control music playback (play playlists, skip tracks, adjust volume, pause/play). The cards are designed to look like credit cards, adding to the aesthetic.
* OLED Screen: A tiny OLED screen displays the “now playing” information on the back of the meter.
* Ease of Use: The system is controlled by scanning RFID cards.
* Humor: The creator included amusing playlist names on the RFID cards, like “butt rock for Women,” “Butt Rock for Men,” and “Peter the Parking Meter: Baby Pink Uprising.”
* Related article: The article links to another XDA Developers piece showcasing other Raspberry Pi projects that repurpose furniture into functional devices.
The project is a clever example of upcycling and demonstrates the versatility of the Raspberry Pi for DIY projects.
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