tidying the notes and imgs

documentation/build_docs.md

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-# how to build r_e_c_u_r
+# how to build a r_e_c_u_r - diy enclosure
+
+disclaimer - this is a cheap and diy approach to getting a r_e_c_u_r video sampler in your hands. if you like the device and think its worth some $$ for more professional hardware (mechanical keys, aluminum panels etc) hmu, i can add you the `boutique enclosure` wishlist.
 
 ## get some parts
 
-these are the parts you need to get. to reduce costs i sourced them through aliexpress.com but if you have other parts lying around try them out and let me know how it goes.
+these are the parts you need to get. to reduce shipping costs to nz i sourced them through aliexpress.com but you could equally get them from ebay or elsewhere.
 
 ### main parts:
 
-- [raspberry pi3] *37 USD* (watch this space for experiments with other models/sbc's)
+- [raspberry pi3] *37 USD*
 
 - [raspberry pi screen] *12 USD*
 
@@ -16,39 +18,37 @@ these are the parts you need to get. to reduce costs i sourced them through alie
 
 other bits and pieces:
 
-- 4x m2 and 7x m3 screws - a few dollars (exact lengths/links etc coming soon)
+- 4x m2 and 6x m3 screws, 6mm is long enough - i ended up using 4 2-gauge and 6 4-gauge self tapping screws instead which were easier to get into the plastic case.
 
-- 8 gig or greater mircoSD card
+- 4 gb or greater mircoSD card
 
-- stable 5volt1A microUsb power supply
-
-- a usb for samples
-
-- hdmi cable for output...
+- a stable 5volt, 1A microUsb power supply
 
 ## print some things
 
-- 3d print the front panel, back panel and spaces from these files
+- i 3d printed my enclosure using these files for the top and bottom. if you dont have access to a printer you can upload these files to a popular printing service in you region (eg ...)
 
-- 2d print these [key stickers] (or modify/create your own!) onto vinyl, label paper or normal paper with double sided tape...
+- 2d print these [key stickers] if you want to use the default key mapping, or modify the svg file (in inkscape or something) to create your own. you could print them onto vinyl, label paper or just normal paper  and attach with with double sided tape...
 
 ## put it together
 
-- using [etcher] (or otherwise) flash the micro sd with this modified image of raspberian (or follow these [dotfile] instructions)
+- using [etcher] (or otherwise) flash the micro sd with my modified image of rasbian (or follow these [instructions to install] from scratch.)
 
 - insert sd card into pi
 
-- attach screen via the pi header pins and use screen spacers (with a little bluetac) to fasten it in
+- attach the lcd screen via the pi header pins so it fits exactly ontop of the pi. (some little spacers could be used to support the top corners of the screen)
 
-- use the small screws to attach pi+screen to the back panel
+- use the 4 small screws to attach pi+screen to the bottom piece of enclosure
 
-- attach keypad to the back panel and fasten in with a extra screw if necessary
+- fasten the keypad to the bottom; i used some double sided tap along raised strips
 
-- put large screws through back panel facing up and use spacers
+- use the 6 large screws to hold the top panel to the bottom
 
-- attach top panel and hold with nuts
+you are done ! wasnt that easy ?
 
-## try it owt
+## try it out !
+
+( [operate docs] )
 
 [raspberry pi3]:https://www.aliexpress.com/item/RS-Version-2016-New-Raspberry-Pi-3-Model-B-Board-1GB-LPDDR2-BCM2837-Quad-Core-Ras/32789942633.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.FkRWty
 [main parts]: build_all.jpg
@@ -56,4 +56,5 @@ other bits and pieces:
 [usb keypad]:https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2-4G-Wireless-Keyboard-USB-Numeric-Keypad-19-Keys-Mini-Digital-Keyboard-Ultra-Slim-Number-Pad/32818206308.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.FkRWty
 [key stickers]: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vhXv5QTfyUqsZuMdQu1lh2dMfEk5HMNVyp8uhrc-I2w/edit?usp=sharing
 [etcher]: https://etcher.io
-[dotfile]: ../dotfiles/README.md
+[operate docs]: ./operate_docs.md
+[instructions to install]: ../dotfiles/README.md