I have reread this entire post a number of times, but I am still somewhat at a loss what I would need to do at this point.
Lets assume I go with the 4x solid state unit I linked. I will be using GPIO from the Rasperry Pi. I am more than happy to put as much gear as is wise between the two...
So, my original idea was to connect some speakers and make a little server that did Air Play, streaming and a few other interesting idea's like a scripted playlist on certain mornings to help me through my morning routine.
I though to use a solid state relay to connect to some computer...
I have to admit, it is rather depressing how much of what you said went over my head.
I think if I reread it a few (hundred) times and mix liberally with Wikipedia, maybe I can reason it out. Thank you for your time.
First off, I apologize but I am quite clueless when it comes to electronics. I am starting to learn, but it seems that I have a long way to go.
I purchased a Raspberry Pi and was thinking to combine it with a relay as it could prove entertaining. I looked around at relays and the SainSmart...