Silicon ChipMarket Centre - November 2002 SILICON CHIP
  1. Outer Front Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Publisher's Letter: Hifi equipment can be a big delusion
  4. Feature: The Most Complex Car In The World by Julian Edgar
  5. Feature: 3D Movies On Your Own Camcorder by Barrie Smith
  6. Project: A Windows-Based EPROM Programmer by Jim Rowe
  7. Weblink
  8. Book Store
  9. Feature: Using Linux To Share An Optus Cable Modem; Pt.1 by John Bagster
  10. Product Showcase
  11. Project: SuperCharger For NiCd & NiMH Batteries; Pt.1 by Peter Smith
  12. Project: Wi-Fi: 21st Century Cat's Whiskers by Stan Swan
  13. Project: 4-Digit Crystal-Controlled Timing Module by Frank Crivelli & Peter Crowcroft
  14. Vintage Radio: The AWA 532MF 32V Table Receiver by Rodney Champness
  15. Notes & Errata
  16. Back Issues
  17. Market Centre
  18. Advertising Index
  19. Outer Back Cover

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Articles in this series:
  • 3D TV In Your Own Home (October 2002)
  • 3D Movies On Your Own Camcorder (November 2002)
Items relevant to "A Windows-Based EPROM Programmer":
  • Upgraded Software for the EPROM Programmer (Free)
  • Windows-Based EPROM Programmer PCB patterns (PDF download) [07112021-5] (Free)
  • Panel artwork for the Windows-Based EPROM Programmer (PDF download) (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • A Windows-Based EPROM Programmer (November 2002)
  • A Windows-Based EPROM Programmer; Pt.2 (December 2002)
  • A Windows-Based EPROM Programmer; Pt.3 (February 2003)
  • Upgraded Software For The EPROM Programmer (June 2004)
Articles in this series:
  • Using Linux To Share An Optus Cable Modem; Pt.1 (November 2002)
  • Using Linux To Share An Optus Capble Modem; Pt.2 (December 2002)
  • Using Linux To Share An Optus Cable Modem: Pt.3 (January 2003)
  • Using Linux To Share An Optus Cable Modem; Pt.4 (February 2003)
Items relevant to "SuperCharger For NiCd & NiMH Batteries; Pt.1":
  • AT90S2313 firmware and source code for the SuperCharger battery charger (Software, Free)
  • SuperCharger PCB patterns (PDF download) [14111021-4] (Free)
  • Panel artwork for the SuperCharger (PDF download) (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • SuperCharger For NiCd & NiMH Batteries; Pt.1 (November 2002)
  • SuperCharger For NiCd & NiMH Batteries; Pt.2 (December 2002)
  • SuperCharger Addendum (March 2003)

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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. 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______________ 94  Silicon Chip FOR SALE 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 COMPUTER ACCESSORIES at market prices. Cables, screws, fans, mice and 100s more. Ask for my price list. SURPLUS COMPUTER PRODUCTS, PO Box 220, SEBASTOPOL VIC 3356. Ph (03) 5336 2296 or email: tmcleod<at>ncable.net.au 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, with full production. Tel (02) 9738 0330; Fax 9738 0334. rcsradio<at>cia. com.au; www.cia.com.au/rcsradio 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, www.siliconchip.com.au New New New Mark22-SM Slimline Mini FM R/C Receiver Silicon Chip Binders REAL VALUE AT $12.95 PLUS P&P TAIG MACHINERY Micro Mini Lathes and Mills From $489.00 • • • • • 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 59 Gilmore Crescent Garran ACT 2605 (02) 6281 5660 0412269707 email: youngbob<at>silvertone.com.au Website: www.silvertone.com.au Need prototype PC boards? 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. 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. Audio, Video, S-Video and VGA cables distribution amps, switchers, adaptors, price lists at: www.questronix.com.au USB KITS: DTMF Transceiver, Thermometer, DDS HF Generator, Compass, 4 Channel Voltmeter, I/O Relay Card. Also Digital Oscilloscope and www.siliconchip.com.au  80mm internal width  SILICON CHIP logo printed in gold-coloured lettering on spine & cover 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 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. These binders will protect your copies of S ILICON CHIP. They feature heavy-board covers & are made from a dis­ tinctive 2-tone green vinyl. They hold up to 14 issues & will look great on your bookshelf.  Buy five and get them postage free! Price: $A12.95 plus $A5.50 p&p. Available only in Australia. Circuit 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 so send your idea to: Silicon Chip Publications, PO Box 139, Collaroy, NSW 2097. Temperature Loggers. www.ar.com. au/~softmark TELEPHONE EXCHANGE SIMULATOR: test equipment without the cost of telephone lines. Melb 9806 0110. http://www.alphalink.com.au/~zenere 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 continued on page 96 Silicon Chip Publications PO Box 139 Collaroy Beach 2097 Or 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_______ November 2002  95 Professional A/V Accessories • • • • • • • Variety of A/V selectors Hard-to-find A/V cables Video-editing VHS/Photos to DVD Notebook computers Computer peripherals Best value on Home Theatre Alltac International P/L, Suite 230, 813 Pacific Hwy, Chatswood, NSW 2067. Phone: 9411 3088 Fax: 9412 1855 www.alltac.com.au Satellite TV Reception Advertising Index 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°. 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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! visit www.siliconchip.com.au or www.electronicsaustralia.com.au 96  Silicon Chip _________________________________ 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