Silicon ChipAdvertising Index - May 2007 SILICON CHIP
  1. Outer Front Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Publisher's Letter: New 20W class-A module is a step closer to perfection
  4. Feature: Jaycar Sunswift III Solar Car Shatters Record by Leo Simpson
  5. Feature: Turntables – Give ’em A Spin by Barrie Smith
  6. Project: A 20W Class-A Amplifier Module by Leo Simpson & Peter Smith
  7. Project: Adjustable 1.3-22V Regulated Power Supply by John Clarke
  8. Project: VU/Peak Meter With LCD Bargraphs by John Clarke
  9. Project: Programmable Ignition System For Cars; Pt.3 by John Clarke
  10. Project: GPS-Based Frequency Reference: Circuit Modifications by Jim Rowe
  11. Vintage Radio: A look at the Kurrajong Radio Museum by Rodney Champness
  12. Project: Throttle Interface For The DC Motor Speed Controller by Leo Simpson & Brank Justic
  13. Advertising Index
  14. Book Store
  15. Outer Back Cover

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Articles in this series:
  • Turntables – Give ’em A Spin (May 2007)
  • Turntables – Give ’em A Spin (May 2007)
  • Turntables – Give ’em A Spin; Pt.2 (June 2007)
  • Turntables – Give ’em A Spin; Pt.2 (June 2007)
Items relevant to "A 20W Class-A Amplifier Module":
  • Preamp & Remote Volume Control PCB for the Ultra-LD Mk3 [01111111] (AUD $30.00)
  • Speaker Protection and Muting Module PCB [01207071] (AUD $17.50)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Power Supply PCB [01105074] (AUD $20.00)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Module PCB, left channel [01105071] (AUD $15.00)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Module PCB, right channel [01105072] (AUD $15.00)
  • PIC16F88-I/P programmed for the Low Noise Stereo Preamplifier with Remote Volume Control (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
  • PIC16F88 firmware and source code for the Low Noise Preamplifier with Remote Volume Control (Software, Free)
  • Speaker Protector and Muting Module PCB pattern (PDF download) [01207071] (Free)
  • 20W Class A Low Noise Stereo Preamplifier/Remote Volume Control PCB pattern (PDF download) [01208071] (Free)
  • 20W Class A Amplifier Module PCB patterns (PDF download) [01105071/2] (Free)
  • 20W Class A Amplifier Power Supply PCB pattern (PDF download) [01105073] (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • A 20W Class-A Amplifier Module (May 2007)
  • A 20W Class-A Amplifier Module (May 2007)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Module; Pt.2 (June 2007)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Module; Pt.2 (June 2007)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Module; Pt.3 (July 2007)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Module; Pt.3 (July 2007)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Module; Pt.4 (August 2007)
  • 20W Class-A Amplifier Module; Pt.4 (August 2007)
  • Building The 20W Stereo Class-A Amplifier; Pt.5 (September 2007)
  • Building The 20W Stereo Class-A Amplifier; Pt.5 (September 2007)
Items relevant to "Adjustable 1.3-22V Regulated Power Supply":
  • Adjustable Regulated Power Supply PCB pattern (PDF download) [10105071] (Free)
Items relevant to "VU/Peak Meter With LCD Bargraphs":
  • VU/Peak Meter main PCB [01205071] (AUD $12.50)
  • VU/Peak Meter button PCB [01205072] (AUD $5.00)
  • PIC16F88-I/P programmed for the VU/Peak Meter (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
  • PIC16F88 firmware and source code for the VU/Peak Meter (Software, Free)
  • VU/Peak Meter PCB patterns (PDF download) [01205071/2] (Free)
  • VU/Peak Meter front panel artwork (PDF download) (Free)
Items relevant to "Programmable Ignition System For Cars; Pt.3":
  • Programmable Ignition System main PCB [05104071] (AUD $10.00)
  • Programmable Ignition System Trigger Module PCB [05104072] (AUD $5.00)
  • Programmable Ignition System Hand Controller PCB [05104073] (AUD $10.00)
  • PIC16F88-E/P programmed for the Programmable Ignition System [ignprgm.hex] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
  • PIC16F88 firmware and source code for the Programmable Ignition System (Software, Free)
  • Sample timing maps for the Programmable Ignition System (Software, Free)
  • Programmable Ignition System PCB patterns (PDF download) [05104071/2/3] (Free)
  • Programmable Ignition System front panel artwork (PDF download) (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • Programmable Ignition System For Cars; Pt.1 (March 2007)
  • Programmable Ignition System For Cars; Pt.1 (March 2007)
  • Programmable Ignition System For Cars; Pt.2 (April 2007)
  • Programmable Ignition System For Cars; Pt.2 (April 2007)
  • Programmable Ignition System For Cars; Pt.3 (May 2007)
  • Programmable Ignition System For Cars; Pt.3 (May 2007)
  • A Knock Detector For The Programmable Ignition (June 2007)
  • A Knock Detector For The Programmable Ignition (June 2007)
Items relevant to "GPS-Based Frequency Reference: Circuit Modifications":
  • PIC16F628A-I/P programmed for the GPS Frequency Reference [GPSFrqRfv3.HEX or GPSFrqRfv4.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $10.00)
  • PIC16F628A firmware for the GPS-Based Frequency Reference (v3 & v4) (Software, Free)
  • Updated PCB pattern for the GPS-Based Frequency Reference (PDF download) [04103073] (Free)
  • Display PCB pattern for the GPS-Based Frequency Reference (PDF download) [04103072] (Free)
  • GPS-based Frequency Reference front and rear panel artwork (PDF download) (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • GPS-Based Frequency Reference; Pt.1 (March 2007)
  • GPS-Based Frequency Reference; Pt.1 (March 2007)
  • GPS-Based Frequency Reference; Pt.2 (April 2007)
  • GPS-Based Frequency Reference; Pt.2 (April 2007)
  • GPS-Based Frequency Reference: Circuit Modifications (May 2007)
  • GPS-Based Frequency Reference: Circuit Modifications (May 2007)
  • Improving The GPS-Based Frequency Reference (September 2011)
  • Improving The GPS-Based Frequency Reference (September 2011)

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Do You Eat, Breathe and Sleep TECHNOLOGY? Opportunities for full-time and part-time positions all over Australia & New Zealand Jaycar Electronics is a rapidly growing, Australian owned, international retailer with more than 39 stores in Australia and New Zealand. Our aggressive expansion programme has resulted in the need for dedicated individuals to join our team to assist us in achieving our goals. We pride ourselves on the technical knowledge of our staff. Do you think that the following statements describe you? Please put a tick in the boxes that do: Knowledge of electronics, particularly at component level. Assemble projects or kits yourself for car, computer, audio, etc. Have empathy with others who have the same interest as you. May have worked in some retail already (not obligatory). Have energy, enthusiasm and a personality that enjoys helping people. Appreciates an opportunity for future advancement. Have an eye for detail. Why not do something you love and get paid for it? Please write or email us with your details, along with your C.V. and any qualifications you may have. We pay a competitive salary, sales commissions and have great benefits like a liberal staff purchase policy. Send to: Retail Operations Manager - Jaycar Electronics Pty Ltd P.O. Box 6424 Silverwater NSW 1811 Email: jobs<at>jaycar.com.au Jaycar Electronics is an equal opportunity employer and actively promotes staff from within the organisation. RFMA RF Modules Australia Low Power Wireless Connectivity Specialists BIM2-433-64-5V Applications: NEW! BiM2A Rural UHF FM Transceiver UHF FM Transceiver Utilities In Stock NOW! In Stock NOW! Industrial Range: 500m+ Range: 250m Commercial Power: 25mW Power: 10mW Data rate 64kbps Government Data rate: 64kbps 33mm x 23mm x 4mm BiM2T & BiM2R coming Meter Reading RADIOMETRIX: Low Power, Licence Exempt Radio Modules RF Modules Australia. P.O. Box 1957 Launceston, TAS., 7250. Ph: 03-6331-6789. Email: sales<at>rfmodules.com.au. Web: rfmodules.com.au displays $39. Also LED and Nixie clock kits and all sorts of other stuff. www. ledsales.com.au 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 WANTED: EARLY HIFIs, AMPLIFIERS, Speakers, Turntables, Valves, Books, Quad, Leak, Pye, Lowther, Ortofon, SME, Western Electric, Altec, Marantz, McIntosh, Tannoy, Goodmans, Wharf- Parallax Basic Stamps The awesome simultasking 8-core Propeller Chip. Lots of sensors and Development kits + Robots. Ultrasonics, PIR accelerometer. Serial LCD display, serial keypads. Stepper Motor Controllers & Motors Micro stepping up to 25,600 fully protected industrial grade controllers at incredible prices. PCB mount units with full 32 bit indexer capability. DIN rail mount controller for factory applications. See our website for details and PDF file. Call or email us for application assistance. ron<at>nollet.com.au R T Nollet: Ph (03) 9338 3306; fax (03) 9338 4596; mobile 0407 804 712. www.nollet.com.au edale, radio and wireless. Collector/ Hobbyist will pay cash. (07) 5471 1062. johnmurt<at>highprofile.com.au Circuit & Design Ideas Wanted Do you have a good circuit idea? If so, sketch it out, write a brief description of its operation & send it to us. Provided your idea is workable & original, we’ll publish it in Circuit Notebook & you’ll make some money. We pay up to $60 for a good circuit or you could win some test gear. Send your idea to: Silicon Chip Publications, PO Box 139, Collaroy, NSW 2097. siliconchip.com.au Advertising Index 555 Electronics............................. 59 Alternative Technology Assoc...... 99 Altronics.........................loose insert Amateur Scientist CDs............. OBC Av-Comm................................... 102 Blue Patents................................. 99 COEM Audio................................ 22 Decibel Hi-Fi................................. 23 Dick Smith Electronics........... 28-33 Dontronics.................................. 102 Ecowatch.................................... 102 Elan Audio.................................... 26 Farnell InOne............................... 73 FreeNet Antennas...................... 101 Grantronics................................. 102 Harbuch Electronics..................... 60 Instant PCBs.............................. 101 IPembedded................................. 61 Jaycar........................ IFC,49-56,104 JED Microprocessors..................... 5 Len Wallis Audio........................... 19 Microgram Computers.................... 3 Measurement Innovation................ 7 Oatley Electronics........................ 41 Ocean Controls.......................... 101 Prime Electronics......................... 91 Quest Electronics....................... 102 Radio & Hobbies DVD Archive..... 21 RCS Radio................................. 102 Richard Foot Pty Ltd.................... 95 RF Modules................................ 103 RS Components........................... 48 RTN............................................ 102 Satcam......................................... 47 Sesame Electronics.................. 103 Silicon Chip Binders..................... 43 Silicon Chip Bookshop........ 104,IBC Silicon Chip Positions Vacant....... 27 Silicon Chip Subscriptions........... 15 SC Perf. Elect. For Cars............... 20 Siomar Battery Industries............. 25 Speakerbits........................... 24,102 Splat Controls............................. 102 Trio Smartcal................................ 21 Trusys......................................... 101 Wagner Electronics...................... 61 PC Boards Printed circuit boards for SILICON CHIP designs can be obtained from RCS Radio Pty Ltd. Phone (02) 9738 0330. Fax (02) 9738 0334. May 2007  103