magical box / Zauberbox

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The mysterious box is a wooden case (crafted from 4 mm plywood), adorned with a thin layer of balsa wood (just 1 mm thick) on the front. At first glance, it appears completely blank, but those in the know can unlock its secret and display messages on its surface. Technical Details: We're using an ESP8266 microcontroller, paired with a 5V, 2A power bank to keep everything running smoothly. Each box features four FC16 display modules, which are connected via a Micro-USB to DIP Adapter with a 5-pin B male connector. Design Tips: If you want to create your own custom design for the box, we recommend using Inkscape version 0.91 or later. Dimensions: The finished box measures 18.4 cm in length, 7.5 cm in width, and 7.0 cm in height. Software: Please note that the software required to operate this device is not included - you'll need to assemble it yourself using your own resources.