Silicon ChipAdvertising Index - April 2006 SILICON CHIP
  1. Outer Front Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Publisher's Letter: Coming soon: high definition DVDs
  4. Feature: High-Definition DVDs: Which Format Will Win? by Barrie Smith
  5. Feature: Advances In Diesel Engine Management by Julian Edgar
  6. Feature: The Electronic Camera, Pt.2 by Kevin Poulter
  7. Project: Studio Series Remote Control Module by Peter Smith
  8. Project: 4-Channel Audio/Video Selector by Jim Rowe
  9. Project: Universal High-Energy LED Lighting System by John Clarke & Julian Edgar
  10. Salvage It: Salvaging The Good Bits From Cordless Drills - And Putting Them To Work by Julian Edgar
  11. Project: PICAXE Goes Wireless by Clive Seager
  12. Vintage Radio: The Fisk Radiola 50G battery receiver by Rodney Champness
  13. Project: Microbric Viper: The Sumo Module by Ross Tester
  14. Book Store
  15. Advertising Index

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Articles in this series:
  • Advances In Diesel Engine Management (April 2006)
  • Advances In Diesel Engine Management, Pt.2 (May 2006)
Articles in this series:
  • The Electronic Camera, Pt.1 (March 2006)
  • The Electronic Camera, Pt.2 (April 2006)
Items relevant to "Studio Series Remote Control Module":
  • 4-Output Universal Regulator PCB [18105151] (AUD $5.00)
  • PCB pattern for the Studio Series Preamplifier power supply (PDF download) [01109052] (Free)
  • Studio Series Remote Control Module PCB [01104061] (AUD $12.50)
  • AT90S2313 firmware (HEX) and source code for the Studio Series Remote Control {MPOT.HEX] (Software, Free)
  • PCB pattern for the Studio Series Remote Control Module (PDF download) [01104061] (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • Studio Series Stereo Preamplifier (October 2005)
  • Studio Series Stereo Headphone Amplifier (November 2005)
  • Studio Series Remote Control Module (April 2006)
Items relevant to "4-Channel Audio/Video Selector":
  • PCB pattern for the 4-Channel Audio/Video Selector (PDF download) [02104061] (Free)
  • 4-Channel Audio/Video Selector front panel artwork (PDF download) (Free)
Items relevant to "Universal High-Energy LED Lighting System":
  • PIC16F88-I/P programmed for the Universal High-Energy LED Lighting System [Luxeon.hex] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
  • PIC16F88 firmware and source code for the Universal High-Energy LED Lighting System [Luxeon.HEX] (Software, Free)
  • PCB pattern for the Universal High-Energy LED Lighting System (PDF download) [11004061] (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • Universal High-Energy LED Lighting System (April 2006)
  • Universal High-Energy LED Lighting System, Pt.2 (May 2006)
Articles in this series:
  • PICAXE Goes Wireless (April 2006)
  • PICAXE Goes Wireless, Pt.2 (May 2006)
Articles in this series:
  • Adding Infrared To Your Microbric Viper (February 2006)
  • A Line Tracker For Your Microbric Viper (March 2006)
  • Microbric Viper: The Sumo Module (April 2006)

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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. Advertising Index 555 Electronics............................. 49 Altronics..................loose insert,112 Amateur Scientist....................... IBC Aspen Amplifiers........................ 111 Av-Comm................................... 111 BitScope Designs......................... 79 Dick Smith Electronics............ 22-27 Digital Graphics.......................... 111 Eco Watch.................................. 112 Elexol........................................... 51 DISTRIBUTORS pty. ltd. ACN 008 801 161 ABN 84 177 396 871 INTERNAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE RCS RADIO/DESIGN is at 41 Arlewis St, Chester Hill 2162, NSW Australia and has all the published PC boards from SC, EA, ETI, HE, AEM & others. Ph (02) 9738 0330. sales<at>rcsradio. com.au, www.rcsradio.com.au *PRINTED CIRCUIT DESIGN*: a professional-quality PCB design, circuit diagram and parts list from your sketch circuit for $120. Single or double sided, up to 50 components, any size. media.a<at>bigpond.net.au or 0414 356 409 PCBs MADE, ONE OR MANY. Any format, hobbyists welcome. Sesame Electronics Phone (02) 9593 1025. sesame<at>sesame.com.au www.sesame.com.au 87-108 MHz FM BROADCAST transmitter: 25 Watt, PLL, built-in stereo encoder & PSU quality transmission $790. Details www.geocities.com/RF25W S-Video . . . Video . . . Audio . . . VGA distribution amps, splitters, standards converters, tbc’s, switchers, cables, etc, & price list: www.questronix.com.au WEATHER STATIONS: windspeed & direction, inside temperature, outside temperature and windchill. Records highs and 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, 112  Silicon Chip The successful applicant will be bright, self motivated and well presented with a sound knowledge of electronic components. Industry experience is preferred but not essential. Excellent communication, organisation and customer service skills are essential. Apply in writing to: Personnel Manager PO Box 8350 Perth Business Centre, W.A. 6849. or via email to: dean.stephens<at>altronics.com.au Furzy Electronics........................ 111 Grantronics................................. 110 Harbuch Electronics..................... 47 Instant PCBs.............................. 112 Jaycar .................. IFC,47,53-60,112 JED Microprocessors................ 5,47 Laceys TV.................................. 111 LD Antennas.............................. 110 humidity, dew point, solar radiation, UV, leaf wetness, etc. Just phone, fax or write for our FREE catalog and price list. Eco Watch: phone (03) 9761 7040; fax (03) 9761 7050; Unit 5, 17 Southfork Drive, Kilsyth, Victoria 3137. ABN 63 006 399 480. www.davisinstruments.com.au Mad Electronics............................ 15 KIT ASSEMBLY Quest Electronics.................. 47,111 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 LOW-COST DESIGN: circuits, software, PCBs, SC kits repaired, modified & assembled. • All types of work considered • Warranty and after sales support • Trade background, 10 years experience Contact Trent Jackson on (02) 4566 3218. Microbric...................................... 99 Microgram Computers.................... 3 MicroZed Computers.................... 93 MiMar Resources....................... 111 Ocean Controls.......................... 110 Radio Parts.............................. OBC RCS Radio................................. 112 RF Modules.................................. 47 Silicon Chip Binders................ 51,83 Silicon Chip Bookshop........ 102-103 SC Perform. Elect. For Cars......... 82 Silicon Chip Subscriptions...... 45,61 Silicon Chip Technology Awards.... 7 Silvertone Electronics................ 111 Siomar Batteries.......................... 87 Speakerbits................................ 111 Taig Machinery........................... 111 Telelink.................................... 47,87 WANTED I REQUIRE Sydney north/north-west located after-hours 8051 C firmware programmer for a small job. $30 per hour. Also like to know of PC C++ programmer for small jobs. peter.baxter<at> tantau.com.au PC Boards Printed circuit boards for SILICON CHIP projects are made by: RCS Radio Pty Ltd. Phone (02) 9738 0330. Fax (02) 9738 0334. siliconchip.com.au