Silicon ChipMarket Centre - June 2003 SILICON CHIP
  1. Outer Front Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Publisher's Letter: Low voltage halogen lamps are huge power wasters
  4. Order Form
  5. Feature: A Look At The 2003 Mars Rovers by Sammy Isreb
  6. Project: The PICAXE, Pt.5: A Chookhouse Door Controller by Stan Swan
  7. Project: PICAXE-Controlled Telephone Intercom by David Lincoln
  8. Project: PICAXE-08 Port Expansion by David Lincoln
  9. Project: Sunset Switch For Security & Garden Lighting by John Clarke
  10. Product Showcase
  11. Project: Test Your Reflexes With A Digital Reaction Timer by Jim Rowe
  12. Project: Adjustable DC-DC Converter For Cars by John Clarke
  13. Project: Long-Range 4-Channel UHF Remote Control by Greg Swain
  14. Vintage Radio: Building A Browning-Drake Replica by Rodney Champness
  15. Weblink
  16. Back Issues
  17. Notes & Errata
  18. Market Centre
  19. Advertising Index
  20. Book Store
  21. Outer Back Cover

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Articles in this series:
  • PICAXE: The New Millennium 555? (February 2003)
  • PICAXE: The New Millennium 555? (February 2003)
  • The PICAXE: Pt.2: A Shop Door Minder (March 2003)
  • The PICAXE: Pt.2: A Shop Door Minder (March 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.3: Heartbeat Simulator (April 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.3: Heartbeat Simulator (April 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.4: Motor Controller (May 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.4: Motor Controller (May 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.5: A Chookhouse Door Controller (June 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.5: A Chookhouse Door Controller (June 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.6: Data Communications (July 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.6: Data Communications (July 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.7: Get That Clever Code Purring (August 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.7: Get That Clever Code Purring (August 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.8: A Datalogger & Sending It To Sleep (September 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.8: A Datalogger & Sending It To Sleep (September 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.8: The 18X Series (November 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.8: The 18X Series (November 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.9: Keyboards 101 (December 2003)
  • The PICAXE, Pt.9: Keyboards 101 (December 2003)
Items relevant to "Sunset Switch For Security & Garden Lighting":
  • Sunset Switch PCB pattern (PDF download) [10106031] (Free)
  • Panel artwork for the Sunset Switch (PDF download) (Free)
Items relevant to "Test Your Reflexes With A Digital Reaction Timer":
  • Reaction Timer PCB pattern (PDF download) [04106031] (Free)
Items relevant to "Adjustable DC-DC Converter For Cars":
  • Adjustable DC/DC Converter for Cars PCB pattern (PDF download) [11106031] (Free)
  • Panel artwork for the Adjustable DC/DC Converter for Cars (PDF download) (Free)

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MARKET CENTRE Cash in your surplus gear. Advertise it here in Silicon Chip. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES Advertising rates for this page: Classified ads: $20.00 (incl. GST) for up to 20 words plus 66 cents for each additional word. Display ads: $33.00 (incl. GST) per column centimetre (max. 10cm). Closing date: five weeks prior to month of sale. To run your classified ad, print it clearly in the space below or on a separate sheet of paper, fill out the form & send it with your cheque or credit card details to: Silicon Chip Classifieds, PO Box 139, Collaroy, NSW 2097. Alternatively, fax the details to (02) 9979 6503 or send an email to silchip<at>siliconchip.com.au Taxation Invoice ABN 49 003 205 490 _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________ Enclosed is my cheque/money order for $­__________ or please debit my  Bankcard    Visa Card    Master Card Card No. Signature­­­­­­­­­­­­__________________________ Card expiry date______/______ Name ______________________________________________________ Street ______________________________________________________ Suburb/town ___________________________ Postcode______________ Phone:_____________ Fax:_____________ Email:___________________ www.siliconchip.com.au FOR SALE SPEAKER AND HOME THEATRE SUPPLIES. New and Secondhand Speaker Drivers. Speaker Repairs and Kits. Projectors and Screens. Delivery anywhere in Australia. Melb. (03) 5986 1128; www.penhometheatre.com.au UNIVERSAL DEVICE PROGRAMMER: Low cost, high performance, 48-pin, works in DOS or Windows incl. NT/2000. $1364. Universal EPROM programmer $467.50. Also adaptors, (E)EPROM, PIC, 8051 programmers, EPROM simulator and eraser. Dunfield C Compilers: Everything you need to develop C and ASM software for 68HC08, 6809, 68HC11, 68HC12, 68HC16, 8051/52, 8080/85, 8086, 8096 or AVR: $198 each. Demo disk available. ImageCraft C Compilers: 32-bit Windows IDE and compiler. For AVR, 68HC­ 08, 68HC11, 68HC12, 68HC16. $385.00 Atmel Flash CPU Programmer: Handles the 89Cx051, 89C5x, 89Sxx in both DIP and PLCC44 and some AVR’s, most 8-pin EEPROMS. Includes socket for serial ISP cable. $220, $11 p&p. SOIC adaptors: 20 pin $132.00, 14 pin $126.50, 8 pin $121.00. Full details on web site. Credit cards accepted. GRANTRONICS PTY LTD, PO Box 275, Wentworthville 2145. (02) 9896 7150 or http://www.grantronics.com.au WEATHER STATIONS: Windspeed & direction, inside temperature, outside temperature & windchill. Records highs & lows with time and date as they occur. Optional rainfall and PC interface. Used by Government Departments, farmers, pilots, and weather enthusiasts. Other models with barometric pressure, humidity, dew point, solar radiation, UV, leaf wetness, etc. Just phone, fax or write for our FREE catalogue and price list. Eco Watch phone: (03) 9761 7040; fax: (03) 9761 7050; Unit 5, 17 Southfork Drive, Kilsyth, Vic. 3137. ABN 63 006 399 480. KITS KITS AND MORE KITS! Check ’em out at www.ozitronics.com June 2003  93 New New New Foam surrounds,voice coils,cones and more Original parts for Dynaudio,Tannoy and others Expert speaker repairs – 20 years experience Australian agents for products Trade welcome – email for your user ID Phone (03) 9682 2487 Mark22-SM Slimline Mini FM R/C Receiver speakerbits.com.au Silicon Chip Binders REAL VALUE AT $12.95 PLUS P&P • • • • • 6 Channels 10kHz frequency separation Size: 55 x 23 x 20mm Weight: 25gm Modular Construction Price: $A129.50 with crystal Electronics PO Box 580, Riverwood, NSW 2210. Ph/Fax (02) 9533 3517 email: youngbob<at>silvertone.com.au Website: www.silvertone.com.au Satellite TV Reception International satellite TV reception in your home is now affordable. Send for your free info pack containing equipment catalog, satellite lists, etc or call for appointment to view. We can display all satellites from 76.5° to 180°. AV-COMM P/L, 24/9 Powells Rd, Brookvale, NSW 2100. Tel: 02 9939 4377 or 9939 4378. Fax: 9939 4376; www.avcomm.com.au Need prototype PC boards? We have the solutions – we print electronics! Four-day turnaround, less if urgent; Artwork from your own positive or file; Through hole plating; Prompt postal service; 29 years technical experience; Inexpensive; Superb quality. Printed Electronics, 12A Aristoc Rd, Glen Waverley, Vic 3150. Phone: (03) 9545 3722; Fax: (03) 9545 3561 Call Mike Lynch and check us out! We are the best for low cost, small runs. Positions At Jaycar We are often looking for enthusiastic staff for positions in our retail stores and head office at Silverwater in Sydney. A genuine interest in electronics is a necessity. Phone 02 9741 8555 for current vacancies. Buy five and get them postage free! Price: $A12.95 plus $A5.50 p&p. Available only in Australia. Silicon Chip Publications PO Box 139 Collaroy Beach 2097 Fax (02) 9979 6503; or ring (02) 9979 5644 & quote your credit card number. Use this handy form Enclosed is my cheque/money order for $________ or please debit my ❏ Bankcard ❏ Visa   ❏ Mastercard Card No: _________________________________ Card Expiry Date ____/____ Signature ________________________ Name ____________________________ Address__________________________ __________________ P/code_______ 94  Silicon Chip Microzed.com.au PIC/AXE CHIP SPECIALIST PO Box 634 ARMIDALE 2350 (296 North Cooke’s Rd) Ph: (02) 6772 2777 – may time out to Mobile 0438 277 634. Fax: (02) 6772 8987 LABJACK USB DATA ACQUISITION MODULE features 8 12-bit analog inputs, 20 digital I/O, 2 analog outputs and high speed counter. Free software, Labview driver and ActiveX component. DAS005 Parallel Port Data Acquisition Module features 8 12-bit Analog inputs, 4 Digital I/Ps & 4 Digital O/Ps. Free windows software and source code. Dual Relay Modules suitable for TTL and Open Collector Outputs. Programmers for Atmel and PIC microcontrollers. Switch Mode and Linear Power Supplies and DC-DC converters. FAB Programmable Logic Controllers. Low cost, high performance. Programming software and SCADA software free. Heaps of features. Full details and credit card ordering available at www.oceancontrols. com.au Catalog 17078. Industrial Motherboard. 533MHz Front Side Bus, plus on-board Watch Dog Timer and Ethernet. This is a “well sorted” quality industrial board. For more detail: phone Microgram Computers (02) 4389 8444 or www.mgram.com.au RCS HAS MOVED to 41 Arlewis St, Chester Hill 2162 and is now open, with full production. Tel (02) 9738 0330; Fax 9738 0334 rcsradio<at>cia.com.au; www.cia.com.au/rcsradio Want really bright LEDs? We have the Luxeon range of LEDs in both 1 and 5 watt sizes (yes, 5 watts per LED!) as well as the smaller, lower cost Superflux range. Also kits, batteryless torches (solar and shake charged), LED halogen replacements, books on renewable energy, ReNew magazine and other great stuff. Go to www.ata.org.au and hit the webshop link or ph: (03) 9388 9311. PCBs MADE, ONE OR MANY. Any format, hobbyists welcome. Sesame Elec­tronics (02) 9586 4771. sesame777<at>optusnet.com.au; http:// members.tripod.com/~sesame_elec www.siliconchip.com.au Advertising Index Acetronics....................................95 Altronics................................. 64-66 Av-Comm Pty Ltd.........................94 BitScope Designs.........................85 2_SC advert.qxd 24/3/2003 2:23 PM Black & White Communications...95 Page Clarke & Severn...........................85 Global Unlimited PTYLTD Dick Smith Electronics........... 26-29 Alpha projects <at> bigpond.com.au Eco Watch....................................93 Low cost, super quality circuit schematic and PCB designing. Custom Windows & DOS software. Kits, projects assembled. Prompt & professional service assured... Elan Audio....................................89 PO Box 3268, Dural NSW, 2158 Emona Instruments......................55 Gadget Central...........................IFC Ph: Trent Jackson 0416 288 528 Global Unlimited...........................95 Grantronics..................................93 & MADE TO ORDER PCBs Harbuch Electronics.....................53 For more details: www.acetronics.com.au Phone (02) 9600 6832 email: acetronics<at>acetronics.com.au Instant PCBs................................94 Hy-Q International........................85 Jaycar ................................... 45-52 MANY ELECTRONICS MAGAZINES 1962-1993 for sale. Email nvfmc<at> bigpond.com or phone (03) 9798 3168 for list. Offers welcome. USB KITS: Stepper Motor Controller, DTMF Transceiver, Thermometer, DDS HF Generator, Compass, 4-Channel Voltmeter, I/O Relay Card. Also available: Digital Oscilloscope, Temperature Loggers, VHF Receivers and USB Active X (and USBDOS.exe file) to control our kits from your application. www.ar.com.au/~softmark Unusual LEDs and lights: Picaxe08 RGB animation kits, Superflux RGB LEDs, RGB animating LEDs, Pink and UV LEDs, Krill Lightsticks, LED light­ sticks, plus a steadily expanding range of other interesting products. Check out www.alphalink.com.au/~spod S-Video . . . Video . . . Audio . . . VGA distribution amps, splitters, standards converters, tbc’s, switchers, cables, etc, & price list: www.questronix.com.au ELECTRONIC TEST & SERVICING EQUIPMENT, with handbooks, all operational, some collectors’ items. Also, large quantity of valves, English valve tester and radio spares. Located Kam­ bah, ACT. Tel: (02) 6285 1430 (BH); Fax (02) 6363 1324 for list. www.siliconchip.com.au JED Microprocessors................5,85 Kalex............................................83 KIT ASSEMBLY NEVILLE WALKER KIT ASSEMBLY & REPAIR: • Australia wide service • Small production runs • Specialist “one-off” applications Phone Neville Walker (07) 3857 2752 Email: flashdog<at>optusnet.com.au WANTED Microgram Computers..............3,94 MicroZed Computers.........14,85,94 Oatley Electronics........................91 Printed Electronics...................... 94 Procon Technology.......................85 Quest Electronics....................85,95 RCS Radio..............................85,94 RF Probes...............................83,85 Silicon Chip Back Issues..............86 THERAMIN (Jaycar kit or other) wanted in working order (02) 4934 7844. Silicon Chip Binders.....................67 EARLY HIFI’S, AMPLIFIERS, Speakers, Turntables, Valves, Books ; Quad, Leak, Pye, Lowther, Ortofon, SME, Western Electric, Altec, Marantz, McIntosh, Goodmans, Wharfedale, Tannoy, radio and wireless. Collector/ Hobbyist will pay cash. (02) 9440 1267. johnmurt<at>highprofile.com.au Silicon Chip Subscriptions.............7 AMPEX 351-2 Valve Stereo Tape Recorder. Any condition considered. Please phone Peter Watson on (07) 4622 3968 or email: pwaudio<at>bigpond.com.au _________________________________ TELETEXT DECODER capable of subtitle display on TV. Phone 02 9807 3721. Silicon Chip Bookshop..........96,IBC Silvertone Electronics..................94 Soundlabs Group.........................85 Splat Controls..............................63 Speakerbits..................................94 Telelink Communications....85,OBC PC Boards Printed circuit boards for SILICON CHIP projects are made by: RCS Radio Pty Ltd. Phone (02) 9738 0330. Fax (02) 9738 0334. June 2003  95