Silicon ChipMarket Centre - August 2002 SILICON CHIP
  1. Outer Front Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Publisher's Letter: Video cassette recorders: the end is nigh
  4. Feature: Digital Instrumentation Software For Your PC by Peter Smith
  5. Feature: The How, Where & Why Of Tantalum Capacitors by Peter Holtham
  6. Project: Digital Storage Logic Probe by Trent Jackson & Ross Tester
  7. Project: A Digital Thermometer/Thermostat by John Clarke
  8. Project: Sound Card Interface For PC Test Instruments by Peter Smith
  9. Project: Direct Conversion Receiver For Radio Amateurs; Pt.2 by Leon Williams
  10. Product Showcase
  11. Vintage Radio: The Ferris 214 Portable Car Radio by Rodney Champness
  12. Notes & Errata
  13. Weblink
  14. Book Store
  15. Market Centre
  16. Advertising Index
  17. Outer Back Cover

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Items relevant to "Digital Storage Logic Probe":
  • Digital Storage Logic Probe PCB pattern (PDF download) [04308021] (Free)
  • Panel artwork for the Digital Storage Logic Probe (PDF download) (Free)
Items relevant to "A Digital Thermometer/Thermostat":
  • Digital Thermometer/Thermostat PCB pattern (PDF download) [04208022] (Free)
  • Panel artwork for the Digital Thermometer/Thermostat (PDF download) (Free)
Items relevant to "Sound Card Interface For PC Test Instruments":
  • Sound Card Interface For PC Test Instruments PCB pattern (PDF download) [04108012] (Free)
  • Panel artwork for the Sound Card Interface For PC Test Instruments (PDF download) (Free)
Items relevant to "Direct Conversion Receiver For Radio Amateurs; Pt.2":
  • PIC16F84(A)-04/P programmed for the Direct Conversion Receiver (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $10.00)
  • Firmware (HEX) file and source code for the Direct Conversion Receiver (Software, Free)
  • Direct Conversion Receiver for Radio Amateurs PCB pattern (PDF download) [06107021] (Free)
  • Panel artwork for the Direct Conversion Receiver for Radio Amateurs (PDF download) (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • Direct Conversion Receiver For Radio Amateurs; Pt.1 (July 2002)
  • Direct Conversion Receiver For Radio Amateurs; Pt.1 (July 2002)
  • Direct Conversion Receiver For Radio Amateurs; Pt.2 (August 2002)
  • Direct Conversion Receiver For Radio Amateurs; Pt.2 (August 2002)

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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. Or fax the details to (02) 9979 6503. 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Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. BATTERIES SPECIALS: 9 Volt DURACELL, Made In U.S.A, Ex Olympic Boxed Lots of 48 $50 plus $15 P&P. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. UNIVERSAL DEVICE PROGRAMMER: Low cost, high performance, 48-pin, works in DOS or Windows inc NT/2000. $1320. Universal EPROM programmer $429. 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, 68HC11, 68HC12. $396. 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 $99, 14 pin $93.50, 8 pin $88. 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 EXTENSION CORD SPECIALS: 10 METRE, CLICK Heavy Duty, Ex Olympic Brand New Unopened boxed Lots of 5 $30 plus $15 P&P. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. FIRE EXTINGUISHER SPECIALS: CHUBB Dry Powder 1.5kg, EX OLYMPIC Boxed $25 plus $15 P&P. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. www.siliconchip.com.au ATMEL STK500 DEVELOPMENT KIT. Starter and development kit for most AVR microcontrollers, not used, $140.00. 0418 805545, 08 8364 6818 or lachlanp<at>adam.com.au IBM Master Clock: Pendulum type, Electromechanical, 24 Volt DC, Original, Hand Painted Face Lettering IBM, Serviced, new French Polish, Ex British Aerospace, Keeps Good Time, $7500. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. HELMET SPECIALS: Motor Cycle, ex Olympics $20 Terminator 2 Movie Policeman Type, various sizes. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. ELECTRONICS HOBBYIST (Sydney northern suburbs) having Workshop cleanup, several items to sell / give away. Details at: www.sonymusic.com.au/business/ mastering/downloads/Cleanup.zip DOUBLE ADAPTORS: Ex Olympic, Boxed Lots of 10, $20 plus $15 P&P. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. 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 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. TELEPHONE EXCHANGE SIMULATOR: test equipment without the cost of telephone lines. Melb 9806 0110. http://www.alphalink.com.au/ ~zenere KITS KITS AND MORE KITS! Check ‘em out at www.ozitronics.com BARCODE READERS: Ex British Aerospace, Portable Hand Held 6 only $50 each $300 P&P $30. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. A NEW RANGE of European kits made by SMART KIT now available in Australia at www.q-mex.com.au RCS HAS MOVED to 41 Arlewis St, Chester Hill 2162 and is now open, www.siliconchip.com.au Mark22-SM Slimline Mini FM R/C Receiver • • • • • 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 For price list, write Acetronics 5/32 Seton Rd, Moorebank 2170 or email acetronics<at>acetronics.com.au Phone (02) 9600 6832 www.acetronics.com.au FOUR WAY Power Board with Spike Protection: Ex Olympic, $10 plus $15 P&P (Buy 5 and no P&P). Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. ALLEN KEY SPECIALS: Metric Sets $9, Imperial Sets $9, Ex Olympic P&P $10. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. New New New email: youngbob<at>silvertone.com.au Website: www.silvertone.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. with full production. Tel (02) 9738 0330; Fax 9738 0334. rcsradio<at>cia.com.au; www.cia.com.au/rcsradio CCTV things Better-Prices Better-Range Cameras from $34 * PC Video & Audio Recording Dial In/Out S/W $99 * FREE things <at> www.allthings.com.au/free TELEPHONES: Ex British Aerospace, used but work. $15 each plus $15 P&P Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. INFRARED Acrylic: black to the human eye, transparent to CCTV camera that has IR capability, 3mm thick, 104mm x 52mm. $20 each plus $5 P&P. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. CABLE SPECIALS: Screened Multi Core, Under Ground, Ex British Aerospace, New On Reels, 50 Pair, 26 Pair, 15 Pair all with tight woven screen and drain wire, cores are multi stranded. $2 / metre drum lots. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. PCBs MADE, ONE OR MANY. Low prices, hobbyists welcome. Sesame Elec­tronics (02) 9586 4771. sesame777<at>optusnet.com.au; http:// members.tripod.com/~sesame_elec SCREW DRIVER SETS: Ex Olympic, Crescent Type $25 P&P $15. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. CCTV CAMERA HOUSINGS: IP 67 NATA Laboratory Certified, Designed In Australia, Made In Australia, by Australian Video Systems, TYPE CH 750, Brackets, Sun Shield, IP67 Conduit, Current the professionals choice! $240 plus GST + $15 P&P. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. continued on page 96 August 2002  95 NOW AVAILABLE FROM Advertising Index AC Electronics.............................87 www.siliconchip.com.au Project Reprints Limited Back Issues Acetronics....................................95 Allthings Sales & Services...........95 Altronics................................. 68-70 Av-Comm Pty Ltd....................91,95 If you’re looking for a project from ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA, you’ll find it at SILICON CHIP! We can now offer reprints of all projects which have appeared in Electronics Australia, EAT, Electronics Today, ETI or Radio, TV & Hobbies. First search the EA website indexes for the project you want and then call, fax or email us with the details and your credit card details. Reprint cost is $8.80 per article (ie, 2-part projects cost $17.60). SILICON CHIP subscribers receive a 10% discount. We also have limited numbers of EA back issues and special publications. Call for details! Dick Smith Electronics........... 18-21 visit www.siliconchip.com.au or www.electronicsaustralia.com.au Hy-Q International........................91 Elan Audio....................................79 Emona..........................................57 Grantronics..................................94 Harbuch Electronics.....................81 Instant PCBs................................95 24 Volt To 12 Volt DC Converters: Designed and manufactured in Australia by Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd, 5 amp, switchmode, $85 plus GST. Current Product. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. PADLOCK SPECIALS: Ex Olympic, Boxed Lots of 10, $40 P&P $15. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. COMPONENTS CLEARANCE SALE & specials. Go to www.lazer.com.au ALARM SPECIALS: Ex Olympic, DSC PC 550 with manual, siren , 1 x PIR Key Pad, Transformer $150 P&P $20. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. 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. ELECTRONICS GARAGE clearance: see http://members.ozemail.com. au/~smparkinson/forsale/ for details or phone 0412 715548 for details. All items are located in Kew, Melbourne. 96  Silicon Chip CCTV Acrylic Domes: Designed and manufactured in Australia by Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd, 150mm, 250mm, 275mm, 383mm. Masked, tinted, Infra Red, Clear or Dummy! Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. Jaycar ................................... 45-52 MEGAPHONES; TOA; BE HEARD! Ex Olympic $65 + GST P&P $15 Batteries Included, Shoulder Harness, used at Sydney Olympics 2000. Australian Video Systems Pty Ltd. Ph: (02) 9879 6782. Oatley Electronics......................IBC Audio, Video, S-Video and VGA cables distribution amps, switchers, adaptors, price lists at: www.questronix.com.au Quest Electronics.........................26 USB KITS: DDS-HF Generator, USB Compass, 4-channel Voltmeter, I/O Relay Card. Also Digital Oscilloscope and Temperature Loggers. www.ar.com. au/~softmark Silicon Chip Binders.....................32 KIT ASSEMBLY SC Electronics Testbench..........IFC 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 Silvertone Electronics.............91,95 WANTED WANTED: OATLEY GERMAN PRINTERS OR PARTS. Good price paid. Can pick up in Melbourne or pay post from elsewhere. Please email: platypus<at>ains.net.au JED Microprocessors................5,91 MicroByte Electronics..................91 Microgram Computers...................3 MicroZed Computers...................91 Ozitronics.....................................95 Printed Electronics...................... 95 Procopy........................................91 RCS Radio..............................91,95 RF Probes....................................26 Silicon Chip Bookshop........... 92-93 SC EFI Tech Special................OBC SC Computer Omnibus................79 Eco Watch....................................96 Soundlabs Group.........................91 VAF Research.........................55,91 Wiltronics.................13,56,65,77,91 _____________________________ PC Boards Printed circuit boards for SILICON CHIP projects are made by: RCS Radio Pty Ltd. Phone (02) 9738 0330. Fax (02) 9738 0334. www.siliconchip.com.au