My project (simple locating device)

I am going to be permanently incorporating a locating device into another product.

similar to a [“key finder”, this device should have audible and visual confirmation when activated.

So basically, I would like a little walk-through on how to assemble one.

I plan on using a small Piezo buzzer, a bank of 3 L.E.D. and probably a 555 timer.

The products you offer in which I have been interested in are as follows.

[Receiver

[Transmitter

[Transceiver

Optimally, I would like the smallest possible unit for my solution.

This is why I have listed the transceiver which is exponentially smaller than the receiver, and also seemingly more durable (the product is going to be flexible and the smaller unit wont break when the product is flexed). although I will not need to transmit anything from the device itself, but only to the device. Price is also a determining factor. I am also open to other product recommendations.

Ideally, the finished unit should, upon activation, make the buzzer and L.E.D. bank turn on and off twice quickly, which is probably where the timer will come into play.

If someone can show me a schematic or blueprint that a layman can understand or some other form of tutorial or guide that would be fantastic! Or possibly create a simple one for me?

Thanks!

-Todd](2.4GHz Transceiver IC - nRF24L01+ - COM-00690 - SparkFun Electronics)](RF Link Transmitter - 434MHz - WRL-08946 - SparkFun Electronics)](RF Link 4800bps Receiver - 434MHz - WRL-08950 - SparkFun Electronics)](http://www.keyringer.com/)

Consider too the newer/better/smaller modules from Hope RF. More plug and play.

After looking at several options i found something pre-assembled that is exactly what i want for under 7 dollars with free shipping.

I am flabbergasted!

t0ddie:
After looking at several options i found something pre-assembled that is exactly what i want for under 7 dollars with free shipping.

I am flabbergasted!

Everything that can be invented has been invented.
Charles H. Duell, Commissioner, U.S. patent office, 1899 (attributed)

of course it has… not trying to reinvent anything… just trying to find the best price.

thought it would be more economical building it from scratch…

but with the slave child labor prices in china… heh

who can compete with that?

anyway… heh. thought I would reply.