Outer Front Cover - October 2016 - Silicon Chip Online

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Contents
Publisher's Letter: El cheapo electronics modules - the new standard components
Order Form
Feature: China's Gigantic Telescope: Scanning Deepest Space by Ross Tester
Feature: Implantable Medical Devices by Dr David Maddison
Feature: El Cheapo Modules From Asia - Part 1 by Jim Rowe
Project: Lure & Liquidate Lovelorn Zika Virus Mozzies by John Clarke
Subscriptions
Project: A New Transformer For The Currawong Valve Amplifier by Leo Simpson
Project: Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter, Pt.3 by Jim Rowe & Nicholas Vinen
Project: Two Micropower LED Flasher Modules by John Clarke
Serviceman's Log: How I got trapped inside my MG by Dave Thompson
Project: Voltage/Current Reference With Touchscreen, Pt.1 by Nicholas Vinen
Project: Micromite Plus Explore 100 Module, Pt.2 by Geoff Graham
Vintage Radio: The valve mantel’s last hurrah: Astor’s DLP 2-valve receiver by Ian Batty
Product Showcase
Market Centre
Notes & Errata: Stereo LED Audio Level/VU Meter (June & July 2016); Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter (August - October 2016)
Advertising Index
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Items relevant to "El Cheapo Modules From Asia - Part 1":

DS3231-based Real Time Clock & Calendar module with mounting hardware (Component, AUD $6.00)

Articles in this series:

El Cheapo Modules From Asia - Part 1 (October 2016)
El Cheapo Modules From Asia - Part 1 (October 2016)
El Cheapo Modules From Asia - Part 2 (December 2016)
El Cheapo Modules From Asia - Part 2 (December 2016)
El Cheapo Modules From Asia - Part 3 (January 2017)
El Cheapo Modules From Asia - Part 3 (January 2017)
El Cheapo Modules from Asia - Part 4 (February 2017)
El Cheapo Modules from Asia - Part 4 (February 2017)
El Cheapo Modules, Part 5: LCD module with I²C (March 2017)
El Cheapo Modules, Part 5: LCD module with I²C (March 2017)
El Cheapo Modules, Part 6: Direct Digital Synthesiser (April 2017)
El Cheapo Modules, Part 6: Direct Digital Synthesiser (April 2017)
El Cheapo Modules, Part 7: LED Matrix displays (June 2017)
El Cheapo Modules, Part 7: LED Matrix displays (June 2017)
El Cheapo Modules: Li-ion & LiPo Chargers (August 2017)
El Cheapo Modules: Li-ion & LiPo Chargers (August 2017)
El Cheapo modules Part 9: AD9850 DDS module (September 2017)
El Cheapo modules Part 9: AD9850 DDS module (September 2017)
El Cheapo Modules Part 10: GPS receivers (October 2017)
El Cheapo Modules Part 10: GPS receivers (October 2017)
El Cheapo Modules 11: Pressure/Temperature Sensors (December 2017)
El Cheapo Modules 11: Pressure/Temperature Sensors (December 2017)
El Cheapo Modules 12: 2.4GHz Wireless Data Modules (January 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 12: 2.4GHz Wireless Data Modules (January 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 13: sensing motion and moisture (February 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 13: sensing motion and moisture (February 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 14: Logarithmic RF Detector (March 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 14: Logarithmic RF Detector (March 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 16: 35-4400MHz frequency generator (May 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 16: 35-4400MHz frequency generator (May 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 17: 4GHz digital attenuator (June 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 17: 4GHz digital attenuator (June 2018)
El Cheapo: 500MHz frequency counter and preamp (July 2018)
El Cheapo: 500MHz frequency counter and preamp (July 2018)
El Cheapo modules Part 19 – Arduino NFC Shield (September 2018)
El Cheapo modules Part 19 – Arduino NFC Shield (September 2018)
El cheapo modules, part 20: two tiny compass modules (November 2018)
El cheapo modules, part 20: two tiny compass modules (November 2018)
El cheapo modules, part 21: stamp-sized audio player (December 2018)
El cheapo modules, part 21: stamp-sized audio player (December 2018)
El Cheapo Modules 22: Stepper Motor Drivers (February 2019)
El Cheapo Modules 22: Stepper Motor Drivers (February 2019)
El Cheapo Modules 23: Galvanic Skin Response (March 2019)
El Cheapo Modules 23: Galvanic Skin Response (March 2019)
El Cheapo Modules: Class D amplifier modules (May 2019)
El Cheapo Modules: Class D amplifier modules (May 2019)
El Cheapo Modules: Long Range (LoRa) Transceivers (June 2019)
El Cheapo Modules: Long Range (LoRa) Transceivers (June 2019)
El Cheapo Modules: AD584 Precision Voltage References (July 2019)
El Cheapo Modules: AD584 Precision Voltage References (July 2019)
Three I-O Expanders to give you more control! (November 2019)
Three I-O Expanders to give you more control! (November 2019)
El Cheapo modules: “Intelligent” 8x8 RGB LED Matrix (January 2020)
El Cheapo modules: “Intelligent” 8x8 RGB LED Matrix (January 2020)
El Cheapo modules: 8-channel USB Logic Analyser (February 2020)
El Cheapo modules: 8-channel USB Logic Analyser (February 2020)
New w-i-d-e-b-a-n-d RTL-SDR modules (May 2020)
New w-i-d-e-b-a-n-d RTL-SDR modules (May 2020)
New w-i-d-e-b-a-n-d RTL-SDR modules, Part 2 (June 2020)
New w-i-d-e-b-a-n-d RTL-SDR modules, Part 2 (June 2020)
El Cheapo Modules: Mini Digital Volt/Amp Panel Meters (December 2020)
El Cheapo Modules: Mini Digital Volt/Amp Panel Meters (December 2020)
El Cheapo Modules: Mini Digital AC Panel Meters (January 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: Mini Digital AC Panel Meters (January 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: LCR-T4 Digital Multi-Tester (February 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: LCR-T4 Digital Multi-Tester (February 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: USB-PD chargers (July 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: USB-PD chargers (July 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: USB-PD Triggers (August 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: USB-PD Triggers (August 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: 3.8GHz Digital Attenuator (October 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: 3.8GHz Digital Attenuator (October 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: 6GHz Digital Attenuator (November 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: 6GHz Digital Attenuator (November 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: 35MHz-4.4GHz Signal Generator (December 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: 35MHz-4.4GHz Signal Generator (December 2021)
El Cheapo Modules: LTDZ Spectrum Analyser (January 2022)
El Cheapo Modules: LTDZ Spectrum Analyser (January 2022)
Low-noise HF-UHF Amplifiers (February 2022)
Low-noise HF-UHF Amplifiers (February 2022)
A Gesture Recognition Module (March 2022)
A Gesture Recognition Module (March 2022)
Air Quality Sensors (May 2022)
Air Quality Sensors (May 2022)
MOS Air Quality Sensors (June 2022)
MOS Air Quality Sensors (June 2022)
PAS CO2 Air Quality Sensor (July 2022)
PAS CO2 Air Quality Sensor (July 2022)
Particulate Matter (PM) Sensors (November 2022)
Particulate Matter (PM) Sensors (November 2022)
Heart Rate Sensor Module (February 2023)
Heart Rate Sensor Module (February 2023)
UVM-30A UV Light Sensor (May 2023)
UVM-30A UV Light Sensor (May 2023)
VL6180X Rangefinding Module (July 2023)
VL6180X Rangefinding Module (July 2023)
pH Meter Module (September 2023)
pH Meter Module (September 2023)
1.3in Monochrome OLED Display (October 2023)
1.3in Monochrome OLED Display (October 2023)
16-bit precision 4-input ADC (November 2023)
16-bit precision 4-input ADC (November 2023)
1-24V USB Power Supply (October 2024)
1-24V USB Power Supply (October 2024)
14-segment, 4-digit LED Display Modules (November 2024)
0.91-inch OLED Screen (November 2024)
0.91-inch OLED Screen (November 2024)
14-segment, 4-digit LED Display Modules (November 2024)
The Quason VL6180X laser rangefinder module (January 2025)
TCS230 Colour Sensor (January 2025)
The Quason VL6180X laser rangefinder module (January 2025)
TCS230 Colour Sensor (January 2025)
Using Electronic Modules: 1-24V Adjustable USB Power Supply (February 2025)
Using Electronic Modules: 1-24V Adjustable USB Power Supply (February 2025)

Items relevant to "Lure & Liquidate Lovelorn Zika Virus Mozzies":

Mosquito Lure PCB [25110161] (AUD $5.00)
PIC12F675-I/P programmed for the Mosquito Lure [2511016A.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $10.00)
Mosquito Lure SMD parts: TPA2005D1DGNR (MSOP-8) Class-D 1.45W amplifier IC and microUSB socket (Component, AUD $7.50)
Firmware (ASM and HEX) files for the Mosquito Lure [2511016A.HEX] (Software, Free)
Mosquito Lure PCB pattern (PDF download) [25110161] (Free)
Mosquito Lure trap details, cutting diagrams and panels (PDF download) (Panel Artwork, Free)

Items relevant to "A New Transformer For The Currawong Valve Amplifier":

Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier main PCB [01111141] (AUD $55.00)
Currawong Remote Control PCB [01111144] (AUD $5.00)
PIC16F88-I/P programmed for the Currawong Remote Volume Control [0111114A.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
Front & rear panels for the Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier [01111142/3] (PCB, AUD $30.00)
Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier acrylic top cover (PCB, AUD $30.00)
Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier top cover cutting diagram (Software, Free)
Firmware and source code for the Currawong Remote Volume Control [0111114A.HEX] (Software, Free)
Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier main PCB pattern [01111141] (Free)
Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier panel artwork (PDF download) (Free)

Articles in this series:

Currawong Stereo Valve Amplifier: A Preview (October 2014)
Currawong Stereo Valve Amplifier: A Preview (October 2014)
Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier, Pt.1 (November 2014)
Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier, Pt.1 (November 2014)
Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier, Pt.2 (December 2014)
Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier, Pt.2 (December 2014)
The Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier, Pt.3 (January 2015)
The Currawong 2 x 10W Stereo Valve Amplifier, Pt.3 (January 2015)
Modifying the Currawong Amplifier: Is It Worthwhile? (March 2015)
Modifying the Currawong Amplifier: Is It Worthwhile? (March 2015)
A New Transformer For The Currawong Valve Amplifier (October 2016)
A New Transformer For The Currawong Valve Amplifier (October 2016)

Items relevant to "Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter, Pt.3":

Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter PCB [04116061 RevI] (AUD $15.00)
PIC32MX170F256B-50I/SP programmed for the Micromite-based Touchscreen Energy Meter v1.01 [0411606A.hex] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
CP2102-based USB/TTL serial converter with microUSB socket and 6-pin right-angle header (Component, AUD $5.00)
CP2102-based USB/TTL serial converter with microUSB socket and 6-pin right-angle header (clone version) (Component, AUD $3.00)
DS3231-based Real Time Clock & Calendar module with mounting hardware (Component, AUD $6.00)
ACS718 20A isolated current monitor (Component, AUD $15.00)
Firmware (HEX) file and BASIC source code for the Micromite-based Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter [v1.01] (Software, Free)
Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter PCB pettern (PDF download) [04116061 RevG] (PCB Pattern, Free)
Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter lid panel artwork (PDF download) (Free)

Articles in this series:

Touchscreen-Controlled Energy Meter, Pt.1 (August 2016)
Touchscreen-Controlled Energy Meter, Pt.1 (August 2016)
Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter, Pt.2 (September 2016)
Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter, Pt.2 (September 2016)
Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter, Pt.3 (October 2016)
Touchscreen Appliance Energy Meter, Pt.3 (October 2016)

Items relevant to "Two Micropower LED Flasher Modules":

Micropower LED Flasher PCB [16109161] (AUD $5.00)
Mini Micropower LED Flasher PCB [16109162] (AUD $2.50)
PIC12F675-I/P programmed for the Micropower LED Flasher [1610916A.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $10.00)
Firmware (ASM and HEX) files for the Micropower LED Flasher [1610916A.HEX] (Software, Free)
Micropower LED Flasher PCB patterns (PDF download) [16109161/2] (Free)

Items relevant to "Voltage/Current Reference With Touchscreen, Pt.1":

Touchscreen Voltage/Current Reference PCB [04110161] (AUD $12.50)
PIC32MX170F256B-50I/SP programmed for the Micromite-based Touchscreen Voltage/Current Reference v1.00 [0411016A.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
Short Form Kit for the Touchscreen Voltage/Current Reference (Component, AUD $120.00)
Translucent Blue UB1 Lid for the Precision Voltage & Current Reference with Touchscreen Control (PCB, AUD $10.00)
Firmware (HEX) file and BASIC source code for the Micromite-based Touchscreen Voltage/Current Reference v1.00 [0411016A.HEX] (Software, Free)
Touchscreen Voltage/Current Reference PCB pattern (PDF download) [04110161] (Free)

Articles in this series:

Voltage/Current Reference With Touchscreen, Pt.1 (October 2016)
Voltage/Current Reference With Touchscreen, Pt.1 (October 2016)
Voltage/Current Reference With Touchscreen, Pt.2 (December 2016)
Voltage/Current Reference With Touchscreen, Pt.2 (December 2016)

Items relevant to "Micromite Plus Explore 100 Module, Pt.2":

Micromite Plus Explore 100 PCB [07109161 RevC] (AUD $15.00)
PIC32MX470F512L-120/PF programmed for the Micromite Plus (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $25.00)
CP2102-based USB/TTL serial converter with microUSB socket and 6-pin right-angle header (Component, AUD $5.00)
CP2102-based USB/TTL serial converter with microUSB socket and 6-pin right-angle header (clone version) (Component, AUD $3.00)
DS3231-based Real Time Clock & Calendar module with mounting hardware (Component, AUD $6.00)
MCP120-270GI/TO Supply Supervisor IC (TO-92) (Component, AUD $2.00)
Short Form Kit for the Micromite Plus Explore 100 (Component, AUD $75.00)
Firmware (HEX) file and documents for the Micromite Mk.2 and Micromite Plus (Software, Free)
Micromite Plus Explore 100 PCB pattern (PDF download) [07109161 RevC] (Free)

Articles in this series:

Micromite Plus Explore 100 With Touchscreen, Pt.1 (September 2016)
Micromite Plus Explore 100 With Touchscreen, Pt.1 (September 2016)
Micromite Plus Explore 100 Module, Pt.2 (October 2016)
Micromite Plus Explore 100 Module, Pt.2 (October 2016)

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