ybox2

The ybox2 is the second-generation networked set-top box in an Altoids tin. Inspired by the original ybox, created by Uncommon Projects. Total cost to build one is around $50, much cheaper than the original.

Kits are now available! See below for details.

Hardware features include:

Composite video output for TV display (NTSC/PAL)
10BaseT Full-Duplex ethernet interface
Infrared sensor for remote control
RGB LED for status at-a-glance
Integrated piezo-electric speaker
Easy access to most of the I/O pins and power rails, for tinkering
New in v1.1! Easy access to all I/O pins and power rails via 0.1" grid alligned headers, which allows for the creation of snap-on extension boards!

Ratings:

Input voltage: v1.1: 6-9 volts DC (Higher voltages will cause excessive heat)
Input current: 250mA average, 300mA max

Software Features:

Bootloader which allows upgrades over the network (Requires 64KB EEPROM)
Integrated web server
DHCP

Kits

You can buy the ybox2 kit from Adafruit Industries for $75, which will save you from having to try and find all of the parts yourself. You can also buy just the ybox2 board for $15.

Board and Schematic

v1.0 board

v1.1 board (Adafruit version)

coming soon

Parts List

You can find the most up-to-date parts and price list here. Note: The parts list is for the v1.1 boards! The v1.0 boards have a different regulator and a common cathode LED.