The [Deep|Remote] Listening Device is now operational. I've spent quite a bit of time detailing the connections from the accordion pallets (the covers that open to allow air to pass through the reeds) to the solenoids. I used bicycle brake cable and housing to pull each rod that operates the accordion pallets.
The pallets close using the force of the springs located under the accordion piano keys. Some additional springs were added for a few of the solenoids to make up for weak and broken springs under the piano keys.
I programmed the device to have a start-up sequence to test the solenoids and bellows. The sequence cycles each solenoid in rapid succession, moves the bellows to their lowest point, and then plays a couple of chords. I posted a few videos on YouTube:
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Carl... you rule
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