Thread: Need advice on hacking a recording module.

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The relay won't supply any current to the play button at all. Where the play button is connected is just a "dry" contact switch. The mechanical relay contacts are an isolated circuit.

The 120VAC only powers the relay coil to cause the contacts to close.

Ah, okay, I understand what a relay is now. I feel slightly stupid for not understanding it in the first place. Thank you very much for your help. When I get the parts in the mail I shall let you know how it goes. Any tips on where to pick up a relay locally? I'm in Canada and Im not sure what type of stores would sell them.

I get mine from a local electronics store or online. They're usually cheaper online. I bought a bunch on e-Bay a couple of years ago.

One more picture of the internal guts just so it's all clear. I know you understand but I had already mocked up this picture.