Silicon ChipOrder Form - December 2012 SILICON CHIP
  1. Outer Front Cover
  2. Contents
  3. Publisher's Letter: Smart power meters ain't smart
  4. Feature: RapMan: A 3D Printer That You Build From A Kit by Ross Tester and Jashank Jeremy
  5. Feature: Soldering: The Game is Changing
  6. Project: A 2.5GHz 12-digit Frequency Counter, Pt.1 by Jim Rowe
  7. Project: USB Power Monitor by Nicholas Vinen
  8. Project: High-Energy Ignition System For Cars, Pt.2 by John Clarke
  9. Project: High-Power Class-D Audio Amplifier, Pt.2 by John Clarke
  10. Project: Modifications For The Induction Motor Speed Controller by Leo Simpson
  11. Project: Hacking A Mini Wireless Web Server, Pt.2 by Andrew Snow and Nicholas Vinen
  12. Vintage Radio: The Philips Twins – the Australian model 138 & the Dutch BX221-U by Rodney Champness
  13. PartShop
  14. Order Form
  15. Book Store
  16. Market Centre
  17. Advertising Index
  18. Outer Back Cover

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Items relevant to "A 2.5GHz 12-digit Frequency Counter, Pt.1":
  • 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter Main PCB [04111121] (AUD $20.00)
  • 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter Display PCB [04111122] (AUD $12.50)
  • 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter Add-on PCB [04106141a/b] (AUD $12.50)
  • PIC16F877A-I/P programmed for the 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter [0411112C.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $20.00)
  • VK2828U7G5LF TTL GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO module with antenna and cable (Component, AUD $25.00)
  • 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter front panel [04111123] (PCB, AUD $25.00)
  • Firmware for the 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter project [0411112C.HEX] (Software, Free)
  • 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter Main PCB pattern (PDF download) [04111121] (Free)
  • 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter Display PCB pattern (PDF download) [04111122] (Free)
  • Long Gating Time Add-on Module for the 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter PCB pattern (PDF download) [04106141a/b] (Free)
  • 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter front and rear panel artwork (PDF download) [04111123] (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • A 2.5GHz 12-digit Frequency Counter, Pt.1 (December 2012)
  • A 2.5GHz 12-Digit Frequency Counter, Pt.2 (January 2013)
  • L-o-o-o-n-g Gating Times For The 12-Digit Counter (July 2014)
Items relevant to "USB Power Monitor":
  • USB Power Monitor PCB [04109121] (AUD $10.00)
  • PIC18F45K80-I/PT programmed for USB Power Monitor [0410912A.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
  • USB Power Monitor Updated Firmware [0410912B.HEX] (Software, Free)
  • USB Power Monitor Firmware [0410912A.HEX] (Software, Free)
  • USB Power Monitor PCB pattern (PDF download) [04109121] (Free)
Items relevant to "High-Energy Ignition System For Cars, Pt.2":
  • High Energy Electronic Ignition PCB [05110121] (AUD $10.00)
  • PIC16F88-E/P programmed for the High Energy Electronic Ignition System / Jacob's Ladder [0511012A.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $15.00)
  • ISL9V5036P3-F085 360V, 46A IGBT for the High-Energy Electronic Ignition System (Component, AUD $10.00)
  • High Energy Electronic Ignition System Firmware (HEX/ASM - zipped) [0511012A.HEX] (Software, Free)
  • High Energy Electronic Ignition PCB pattern (PDF download) [05110121] (Free)
  • High-Energy Electronic Ignition System front panel label artwork (PDF download) (Panel Artwork, Free)
Articles in this series:
  • High-Energy Ignition System for Cars, Pt.1 (November 2012)
  • High-Energy Ignition System For Cars, Pt.2 (December 2012)
Items relevant to "High-Power Class-D Audio Amplifier, Pt.2":
  • CLASSiC-D PCB [01108121] (AUD $20.00)
  • CLASSiC-D Speaker Protector PCB [01108122] (AUD $5.00)
  • CLASSiC-D PCB pattern (PDF download) [01108121] (Free)
  • CLASSiC-D Speaker Protector PCB pattern (PDF download) [01108122] (Free)
Articles in this series:
  • High-Power Class-D Audio Amplifier, Pt.1 (November 2012)
  • CLASSIC-D Speaker Protector (November 2012)
  • CLASSIC-D Amplifier Power Supply (December 2012)
  • High-Power Class-D Audio Amplifier, Pt.2 (December 2012)
Items relevant to "Modifications For The Induction Motor Speed Controller":
  • 1.5kW Induction Motor Speed Controller PCB [10105122] (AUD $35.00)
  • dsPIC33FJ64MC802-E/SP programmed for the 1.5kW Induction Motor Speed Controller [1010512B.HEX] (Programmed Microcontroller, AUD $25.00)
  • SL32 10015 NTC thermistor (Component, AUD $7.00)
  • Firmware for 1.5kW Induction Motor Speed Controller [1010512B.HEX] (Software, Free)
  • 1.5kW Induction Motor Speed Controller panel artwork and heatsink drilling template (PDF download) (Free)
Items relevant to "Hacking A Mini Wireless Web Server, Pt.2":
  • Scripts for the Mini Wireless Webserver (WR703N) (Software, Free)
Articles in this series:
  • Hacking A Mini Wireless Webserver, Pt.1 (November 2012)
  • Hacking A Mini Wireless Web Server, Pt.2 (December 2012)
AND NOW THE PRE-PROGRAMMED MICROS, TOO! Some micros from copyrighted and/or contributed projects may not be available. As a service to readers, SILICON CHIP is now stocking microcontrollers and microprocessors used in new projects (from 2012 on) and some selected older projects – pre-programmed and ready to fly! Price for any of these micros is just $15.00 each + $10 p&p per order# UHF Remote Switch (Jan09), Ultrasonic Cleaner (Aug10), Ultrasonic Anti-fouling (Sep10), Cricket/Frog (Jun12) Wideband Oxygen Sensor (Jun-Jul12) Projector Speed (Apr11), Vox (Jun11), Ultrasonic Water Tank 6-Digit GPS Clock (May-Jun09), Lab Digital Pot (Jul10) Semtest (Feb-May12) Batt Capacity Meter (Jun09), Intelligent Fan Controller (Jul10) GPS Car Computer (Jan10), GPS Boat Computer (Oct10) USB MIDIMate (Oct11) USB Data Logger (Dec10-Feb11) PIC12F675 PIC16F1507-I/P PIC16F88-E/P PIC16F877A-I/P PIC18F2550-I/SP PIC18F4550-I/P PIC18F14K50 PIC18F27J53-I/SP Digital Spirit Level (Aug11), G-Force Meter (Nov11) Intelligent Dimmer (Apr09) Maximite (Mar11), miniMaximite (Nov11) Digital Audio Signal Generator (Mar-May10), Digital Lighting Controller (Oct-Dec10), SportSync (May11), Digital Audio Delay (Dec11) Level (Sep11), Quizzical (Oct11), Ultra-LD Preamp (Nov11) dsPIC33FJ64MC802-E/SP Induction Motor Speed Controller (Apr-May12) ATTiny861 VVA Thermometer/Thermostat (Mar10), Rudder Position Indicator (Jul11) ATTiny2313 Remote-Controlled Timer (Aug10) ATMega48 Stereo DAC (Sep-Nov09) PIC18LF14K22 PIC18F1320-I/SO PIC32MX795F512H-80I/PT dsPIC33FJ128GP802-I/SP When ordering, be sure to nominate BOTH the micro required and the project for which it must be programmed. Other items currently in the PartShop: P&P – $10 Per order within Australia. G-FORCE METER/ACCELEROMETER SHORT FORM KIT AUG 2011/NOV 2011 $44.50 (contains PCB (04108111), programmed PIC micro, MMA8451Q accelerometer chip and 4 MOSFETS) RADIO & HOBBIES ON DVD-ROM (Needs PC to play!) n/a AMATEUR SCIENTIST VOL4 ON CD n/a $62.00 $62.00 TENDA USB/SD AUDIO PLAYBACK MODULE (TD896 or 898) JAN 2012 $33.00 JST CONNECTOR LEAD 3-WAY JAN 2012 $4.50 JST CONNECTOR LEAD 2-WAY JAN 2012 $3.45 Prices include GST and are valid only for month of publication of these lists; thereafter are subject to change without notice. *Note: P&P is extra ($10 per order in Australia). # Orders may be for mixed items (eg, you can order one PCB, or one microprocessor, or three PCBs and two microprocessors – and the P&P on any of these orders is $10.00 12 /12 SILICON CHIP Order Form Your Name: Your Address: Postcode: Country: Telephone No: Fax No: Email Address: Please supply: Qty Item Price Item Description P&P Total Price $10.00 No extra P&P charge for additional items on one order – valid within Australia only. Overseas orders: please email us for P&P quote. Thank you for your order. TOTAL $A Payment options:     EFT/Bank Deposit: Silicon Chip BSB 012-243 A/C 2636-80001 Please confirm transfer by email to silicon<at>siliconchip.com.au or fax 02 9939 2648 PayPal: From your PayPal account: “Send Money” to silicon<at>siliconchip.com.au Cheque/Money Order/Bank Draft: payable to Silicon Chip (Australian dollars only) Mail to Silicon Chip, PO Box 139 Collaroy NSW 2097 Australia Credit Card (see below; Visa and Mastercard ONLY): Fax to 02 9939 2648, telephone 02 9939 3295 or mail or email to above address. If paying by Visa or Mastercard please enter your details below (we DO NOT accept Amex, Diners or other credit cards) Card No: Cardholder Name: To Place Your Order: - eMAIL (24/7) silicon<at>siliconchip.com.au with order & credit card details - OR FAX (24/7) This form (or a photocopy) to (02) 9939 2648 with all details - / Expiry Date: Signature: OR PAYPAL (24/7) OR Use PayPal to pay silicon<at>siliconchip.com.au PHONE – (9-5, Mon-Fri) Call (02) 9939 3295 with your credit card details OR *ALL ITEMS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. PRICES VALID FOR MONTH OF MAGAZINE ISSUE ONLY. ALL PRICES IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS AND INCLUDE GST WHERE APPLICABLE. MAIL This form to PO Box 139, Collaroy NSW 2097 12/12