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I PRODUCT SHOWCASE! Hard copy output of stored waveforms is enabled by the PM 3331 's RS232 serial port, which can be connected to either a plotter or a dot matrix printer. This facility allows displayed waveforms, including cursors, measurement readouts and other on-screen information, to be printed out for reference or visual comparison, as well as for archiving or publication. For further information, contact Philips Test & Measurement, 34 Waterloo Rd, NorthRyde, NSW 2113. Phone (02) 888 8222. New analog/digital scope from Philips The new PM 3 3 31 Combiscope®has a 40MHz analog bandwidth and a 20 megasample/second sampling rate. The sampling rate is specified for operation on both channels simultaneously and a large acquisition memory of 8Kb. This ensures excellent resolution of the captured signals, allowing detailed analysis of complex waveforms. An additional 8Kb register allows the waveforms to be stored for reference and comparisons. The PM 3331 has microprocessor controlled features such as AUTOSET which sets sensitivity, timebase and triggering on both channels, in both ANALOG and DIGITAL STORAGE modes. In addition, the DIGITAL STORAGE mode allows cursor measurements on captured waveforms, with on-screen numeric readout of the values between the cursors, making it easy to get precise values of amplitudes, frequencies and time intervals. Digitiser tablets for PCs Genius Australia has released a new range of high resolution digitiser tablets for DOS and Windows-based PCs. The HiSketch 906 is a 220x 150mm digitiser with .0lmm accuracy. It includes a 3-button smart stylus for freehand rendering in desktop publishing and has a retail price of $344.00. The HiSketch 1212 has a 300 x 300mm drafting surface and incorporates a 3-condition LED display, a slim stylus and precision puck. It retails for $756.00. TV test tuner for servicemen This test tuner will be a boon for servicemen handling front-end problems when servicing TV sets. It will enable much easier diagnosis of problems like tuner drift, low gail)., incorrect AGC and so on. It continuously covers the VHF and UHF range of Australian sets and has its own mains power supply which will simplify connection to the set under test. Also provided is an adjustable external AGC voltage which can help in diagnosingAGC problems in the IF stage of the set. Front panel controls are a power switch, 3-position bandswitch, AGC output control and the channel tuning knob which has three scales calibrated in megahertz. The tuning range is from 40MHz to 1400MHz. On the lefthand side is a Belling Lee socket for 75.Q coax connection, while an RCA socket on the righthand side provides the IF output. Recommended retail price of the Test Tuner is $250 including sales tax, plus $10 for postage and packing. At this price, it must be rated as a bargain. For further information, contact John Connerly at J. V. Tuners, 216 Canterbury Rd, Revesby, MAY 1993 73 Recommended retail price including tax is $469, while the optional sheet feeder is only $139. For further information contact Panasonic Australia, 1 Garigal Rd, Belrose, NSW 2085. Phone (02) 488 7122. New hifi range from Quad Amber Technology has been appointed exclusive Australian distributor for the . Quad range of audio products. Quad's hifi products include preamplifiers, a compact disc player, power amplifiers, FM tuners and, of course, their famous electrostatic loudspeakers. The Quad 66 preamplifier and CD player are very compact and easy to use. The two units are operated from a separate IR remote panel which has large controls and simple function labelling. The preamplifier controls volume, tilt, bass step, balance, filters, input selection and stand-by. A total of seven inputs is provided, allowing the connection of virtually any program source. The HiSketch 1812 450 x 300mm digitiser is intended for use by engineers and artists. The large workspace allows users plenty of room to design and modify graphics with pinpoint accuracy. Genius' proximity sensing function also enables precise tracing from 25mm above the tablet's surface. The model includes a slim stylus, precision puck and an LCD panel which displays cursor coordinates. Its retail price is $1050.00. The Genius HiSketch range emulates mice from Microsoft and Mouse Systems and all come complete with a stylus pen, keyboard adaptor, AutoSketch 2.0 and Microsoft Pen for Windows, as well as Windows and ADI drivers. The top two mod~ls also include a precision puck for more intensive applications. For further information, contact Genius Australia, 4 Briar St, Fulham Gardens , SA 5024. Phone (08) 356 7337 or fax (08) 235 1756. Panasonic's new dot matrix printer This new 24-pin dot matrix printer from Panasonic offers ease of use with a new setup program on disc which allows the user to change all printer 74 SILICON CHIP Nilsen takes over Elmeasco Instruments The Quad 306 and 606 power amplifiers use an identical circuit design, the only difference being power output. According to Amber, the Quad 306 provides superb performance with sufficient power to meet the requirements of most domestic systems, while the Quad 606 provides enough power for the most demanding systems. Quad hifi products are available from selected audio retailers. For further information, contact John Fitzpatrick, Amber Technology, Unit B, 5 Skyline Pl, Frenchs Forest, 2086. Phone (02) 975 1211. Nilsen Instruments has signed an agreement to take over the business of Elmeasco Instruments Pty Ltd. Nilsen Instruments is one of Australia's largest test and measurement companies, with offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Nilsen Instruments has always been strong in test and measurement and more recently, with the acquisition of Parameters, in the data acquisition and ATE fields. All the product lines currently handled by Elmeasco will be transferred to Nilsen Instruments, together with the sales and support staff. For further information, contact Nilsen Instruments Pty Ltd, 150 Oxford St, Collingwood, Vic 3066. Phone (03) 419 9999. New battery eliminators from Avico settings via the computer screen. Paper handling is also made easy with a flat pin belt, push tractor feed for continuous forms (original plus up to three copies), A4 landscape printing, auto paper load, paper park, tear-off and optional sheet feeder. The parallel port has been moved to the front left side to leave a clear path for the paper feed area, away from the printer cable. This also makes cable connection quick and easy. The KX-P1121 offers six built-in fonts with a maximum printing speed of 240cps (characters per second) in draft mode and 64cps in letter quality mode. The standard memory of 14Kb is expandible to 46Kb to reduce the time the computer is tied up when a print job is running. A new company has commenced operations to service the burgeoning market for audio, video and computer accessories. Founded by long-time industry stalwart Tom van der Meyden and backed with key staff experienced in this field, the new company is named Avico Electronics Pty Ltd. The name "Avico" is a contraction of the terms Audio, Video and Computer. Avico already has a wholesale catalog with over 400 items in stock. Their first product release is a range ofnew battery eliminators (plugpacks) especially designed to meet Australian safety standards and yes, they are fully approved. Apart from the functional styling which makes them easy to hold and plug.in, the new battery eliminators have a number of features not found on competing designs. First, they have a LED power indicator which shows that they are on. This is an excellent idea - how many times have you left a plugpack on for days at a time? Second, the 6-way voltage selector, which provides preset voltages of 3, 4.5, 6, 7.5, 9 and 12V, is on the plug New instrument cases from Rod Irving side so that once it is set and plugged in, there is no chance of little fingers fiddling with the switch and possibly damaging equipment. The eliminators are also designed to sit upside down when plugged in. This means that they can be used in floor-mounted sockets which would otherwise prevent their use. Finally, the eliminators come with a full selection of DC adaptor plugs which will suit Japanese audio equipment such as personal radios and portable CD players. All told, there are seven units in the range, with ratings of 300mA and 500mA, in both regulated and unregulated forms. The range includes fixed voltage (12V) 300mA and 500mA units, and a 12VAC model. Prices range from $14. 95 for the AC model to $19.95 for the 12V models, and from $22.95 to $39.95 for the variable models , depending on their current rating and whether they are regulated or not. For further information, contact Avico Electronics Pty Ltd, 4/163 Prospect Hwy, Seven Hills, NSW 2147. Phone (02) 624 7977 or fax (02) 624 7143. Training videotape for electronics UCANDO computer animated training videos for electronics and computer students are now available. The company now has a complete series of 12 videos, each of which ·run for about one hour. By the time the student has completed these 12 videos, he or she will have a good basic know ledge of electronics and computer hardware theory. UCANDO videos are produced in the USA ·and converted to PAL format These new plastic instrument cases will fill a need where something a little more presentable than the standard plastic Jiffy or Zippy case is wanted. They come in two halves and with captured front and rear panels. Inside, they have three slots for vertical mounting of PC boards and small integral pillars in the top and base so that boards can be mounted horizontally as well. A good quality feature is the use of brass thread inserts in the four pillars for the screws which hold the cases together. All told, there are 12 cases available and their prices range from $4.95 for the smallest case, which measures 90 x 15 x 16mm, to $16.95 for the largest, which measures 190 x 100 x 80mm. Also available is a range of six waterproof cases with clear polycarbonate lids with 0-ring seals. They range in price from $8.95 to $24.95. For further information, see the full range of cases at your nearest Rod Irving Electronics store. by UCANDO VCR Educa tional Products Co, PO Box 4603, Christchurch , 8015, New Zealand. Their phone number is (643) 3 795 5570 PC-based EPROM programmer Intended as an inexpensive alternative to a standalone programmer, the PCb as e d Model 1880 from Minato Electronics Inc converts a standard PC/XT / AT or compatible into a smart EPROM programmer. It consists of a universal programmer unit, PC adapter card, system interface cable and system diskette, and it requires a host IBM PC/ XT/ AT or compatible with at least 512Kb of RAM. 1200 device types, including PROMs, E/EEPROMs, PALs, GALs , FPLAs, FPLSs, PEELs, FPLDs, MACHs and microcontrollers can be programmed via a 40-pin standard ZIP socket. Device selection by type and manufacturer is all done from the menu. There is also a full screen editor for fuse map and memory buffer editing. A JEDEC standard vector test is provided and all 40-pin drivers are self-tested with a diagnostic program. For furth er information, contact Anitech, 52/2 Railway Parade, Lidcombe, NSW 2141. Phone (02) 749 1244. SC MAY 1993 75