The OWON XSA815-TG (9 kHz-1.5 GHz) is a cost effective spectrum analyzer with tracking generator included and a frequency resolutions of 1 Hz. Features Frequency Range from 9 kHz to 1.500009 GHz 9-inch display 9 kHz to 1 MHz -95 dBm Displayed Average Noise Level, 1 MHz to 500 MHz 140 dBm (Typical), <-130 dBm Phase Noise -10 kHz <-80 dBc/Hz 100 kHz <-100 dBc/Hz 1 MHz <-115 dBc/Hz Resolution Bandwidth (-3 dB): 1 Hz to 1 MHz, in 1-3-5-10 sequence Tracking Generator Kit: 100 kHz to 1.500009 GHz Specifications Frequency Range 9 kHz to 500.009 MHz Frequency Resolution 1 Hz Frequency Span 9 kHz to 1.500009 GHz Span Range 0 Hz, 100 Hz to max frequency of instrument Span Uncertainty ±span / (sweep points-1) SSB Phase Noise (20°C to 30°C, fc=1 GHz) Carrier Offset 10 kHz <-80 dBc/Hz | 100 kHz <-100 dBc/Hz | 1 MHz <-115 dBc/Hz Resolution Bandwidth (-3 dB) 1 Hz to 1 MHz, in 1-3-5-10 sequence RBW Accuracy <5% typical Resolution Filter Shape Factor (60 dB: 3 dB) <5 typical Video Bandwidth (-3 dB) 10 Hz to 1 MHz, in 1-3-5-10 sequence Amplitude measurement range DANL to +10 dBm, 100 kHz to 10 MHz, Preamp Off DANL to +20 dBm, 10 MHz to 1.5 GHz, Preamp Off Reference Level -80 dBm to +30 dBm, 0.01dB by step Preamp 20 dB, nominal, 100 kHz to 1.5 GHz Input Attenuator 0 to 40 dB, 1 dB by step Display Average Noise Level Input attenuation = 0 dB, RBW = VBW = 100 Hz, sample detector, trace average ≥ 50, 20°C to 30°C, input impedance = 50 Ω) Preamp Off 9 kHz to 1 MHz -95 dBm (Typical), <-88 dBm Preamp Off 1 MHz to 500 MHz -140 dBm (Typical), <-130 dBm Preamp On 100 kHz to 1 MHz -135 dBm (Typical), <-128 dBm Preamp On 1 MHz to 500 MHz -160 dBm (Typical),<-150 dBm Tracking Generator (optional) Frequency Range 100 kHz to 1.500009 GHz Output power level range -40 dBm to 0 dBm Output level resolution 1 dB Output flatness Relative to 50 MHz | ±3 dB Tracking generator spurious Harmonic spurious -30 dBc (Tracking generator output power -10 dBm) Non-harmonic spurious -40 dBc (Tracking generator output power -10 dBm) Tracking generator to input terminal isolation -60 dB (Tracking generator output power 0 dBm) Tracking generator to input terminal isolation -60 dB (Tracking generator output power 0 dBm) Tracking generator to input terminal isolation -60 dB (Tracking generator output power 0 dBm) Dimensions 375 x 185 x 120 mm Weight 3.7 kg Included 1x XSA815-TG 1x 220 V AC power cord 1x USB Cable 1x Quickstart guide Downloads Quick Guide Specifications

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A Small Basic Approach There are many different PC programming languages available on the market. Some have beautiful names; some have easy to use development tools. Others have incredible power. They all have one thing in common: they assume that you have, or want to have, a knack for technology and difficult to read commands. In this book we take a practical approach to programming. We assume that you simply want to write a PC program, and write it quickly. Not in a professional environment, not in order to start a new career, but for plain and simple fun... or just to get a task done. Therefore we use Small Basic. You will have an application up and running in a matter of minutes. You will understand exactly how it works and be able to write text programs, graphical user interfaces, and advanced drivers. It is so simple; you don't even need to be an adult!

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The Peak Atlas DCA55 is great for automatically identifying the type of semiconductor on the test leads as well as the pinout and many other parameters. Supports transistors MOSFETs, JFETs (gate pin only can be identified), diodes, LEDs and lots more. Automatically identifies type of component, pinout and other important parameters. Now features transistor leakage measurement and Germanium/Silicon identification. Component Support Bipolar transistors (NPN/PNP inc Silicon/Germanium) Darlington transistors (NPN/PNP) Enhancement mode MOSFETs (N-Ch and P-Ch) Depletion mode MOSFETs (N-Ch and P-Ch) Junction FETs (N-Ch and P-Ch). Only gate lead identified Diodes and diode networks (2 and 3 lead types) LEDs and bi-colour LEDs (2 lead and 3 lead types) Low power sensitive Triacs and Thyristors (<5 mA trigger and hold) Measurements Part type identification Pinout identification BJT current gain (hFE) BJT base emitter voltage (Vbe) BJT collector leakage current MOSFET gate threshold voltage Diode forward voltage drop (Vf) Specifications Analyzer type Transistors, Diodes, LEDs, MOSFETs, JFETs Pinout detection Full pinout (only Gate on JFETs) Pinout configuration Connect any way round Transistor measurements Vbe, hFE, Iceo MOSFET measurements Vgs(on) Diode measurements Vf Probe type Universal grabber type Battery Single AAA cell (supplied). Life typically 1300 ops Test conditions Typically 5 mA, 5 V peak Display type Alphanumeric LCD (with backlight) Included Peak Atlas DCA55 Semiconductor Analyzer Comprehensive illustrated user guide Fitted universal hook probes AAA Alkaline battery Downloads Datasheet (EN) User Guide (EN) User Guide (IT)

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The DCA75 Pro is a great instrument that combines ease-of-use with amazing features. It can automatically identify a huge range of semiconductors, automatically identify pinouts and measure detailed parameters. Features Built-in graphics display (now backlit) to show detailed schematic of the component you're testing as well as pinout and measurement data USB connectivity to allow curve tracing, data storage/retrieval and device matching on your Windows PC (Windows 7 and higher) Single internal AAA alkaline cell for standalone operation Component Support Bipolar transistors (NPN/PNP inc Silicon/Germanium) Darlington transistors (NPN/PNP) Enhancement mode MOSFETs (N-Ch and P-Ch) Depletion mode MOSFETs (N-Ch and P-Ch) Junction FETs (N-Ch and P-Ch). Both symmetrical and asymmetrical types Enhancement IGBTs (N-Ch and P-Ch) Diodes and diode networks (2 and 3 lead types) Zener diodes (up to about 9 V) Voltage regulators (up to about 8 V) LEDs and bi-colour LEDs (2 lead and 3 lead types) Low power sensitive Triacs and Thyristors (<10 mA trigger and hold) Measurements BJT current gain (hFE) BJT base emitter voltage (Vbe) BJT collector leakage current MOSFET on and off gate threshold voltages MOSFET transconductance JFET pinch-off voltage JFET transconductance JFET IDSS (drain current for Vgs=0) IGBT on and off gate threshold voltages IGBT transconductance Voltage regulator output voltage Voltage regulator quiescent current consumption Voltage regulator drop-out voltage Zener voltage Diode forward voltage drop Specifications Analyzer type Semiconductor components Component detection Automatic Pinout detection Automatic, connect any way round Display type Graphic LCD (now backlit) Interface type USB for optional PC connection PC functions Curve tracing (Windows 7 and higher) Software Included on USB drive for Windows 7 and higher Battery Single AAA cell (supplied) Included Peak Atlas DCA75 Pro PC software on a USB Flash Drive for Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, XP Micro USB cable Fitted universal premium hook probes AAA Alkaline battery Downloads Datasheet (EN) User Guide (EN) User Guide (IT) Software Installation Guide (EN) Software and Firmware Package

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The Peak Atlas ESR70 gold is an enhanced version of the previous Peak Atlas ESR70 Plus. It does everything that the ESR70 Plus did but better. It now measures capacitance up to 10x faster, and over a wider range, thanks to new test algorithms. The capacitance measurement is also much less influenced by parallel resistances or leakage current thanks to our new Triple-Slope measurement system. Using the supplied gold plated probes (removable), the Atlas ESR70 gold can measure ESR down to a resolution of 0.01 ohms, up to 40 ohms. It can even measure ESR for capacitors that are in-circuit. Probes are removable, allowing 2 mm compatible probes to be fitted. Audible alerts are produced for various ESR levels allowing you to perform many tests in succession without having to look at the display. The ESR70 automatically takes capacitive reactance into account, so even low value capacitors (down to 0.3 uF) can have the ESR measured accurately. Features Uses a single AAA Alkaline cell (included) Alphanumeric LCD with backlight Automatic analysis-start when you apply the probes Automatic capacitor discharge using controlled discharge function ESR (and low DC resistance) measurement (even in-circuit) Capacitive reactance automatically taken into account to ensure accurate ESR Capacitance measurement (if testing out-of-circuit) Audible alerts for various ESR levels Extended ESR measurement range up to 40 Ohms Optional probe alternatives easily fitted New gold Features Improved LCD with better backlight 10x faster capacitance measurement for large capacitors Enhanced user options system New triple-slope measurement system to vastly reduce the influence of parallel resistance and/or leakage current on capacitance measurements Much wider capacitance measurement range now 0.3 uF to 90,000 uF (was 1uF to 22,000uF) Specifications Analyzer type ESR and Capacitance Component types Capacitors (>0.3 uF) ESR range 0.00 Ohms to 40.0 Ohms ESR resolution From 0.01 Ohms In-circuit use ESR only Capacitance range 0.3 uF to 90000 uF Battery type 1.5 V Alkaline AAA Cell (supplied). Life typically 1500 ops Display type Alphanumeric LCD (with backlight) Included Peak Atlas ESR70 gold Extra-long and extra-flexible test cables (450 mm of Silicone covered cable) 2 mm gold plated plugs and sockets with removeable gold plated crocodile clips Comprehensive illustrated user guide AAA Alkaline cell Downloads Datasheet (EN) User Guide (EN) User Guide (FR) User Guide (IT)

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The Peak Atlas LCR45 does everything that the popular LCR40 does, but it has some significant enhancements. The LCR45 features a new high capacity micro and high resolution ADCs. LCR45 incorporates advanced maths, based on Complex Impedance analysis. This allows for enhanced component value measurement as well as a comprehensive and detailed impedance display. Features Supplied with gold plated removable hook probes Fluid measurements with hold function Automatic or manual component type Automatic or manual test frequency, DC, 1 kHz, 15 kHz or 200 kHz Enhanced measurement resolution: 0.2 µH, 0.2 pF and 0.2 Ohms Easy menu system for user settings Enhanced compensation for component parasitics and losses (such as core losses etc) Automatic or manual power-off Specifications Analyser type LCR and component impedance Component types Auto/Manual for L,C & R Measurement types Inductance, Capacitance and Resistance Other measurements Complex impedance/admittance More measurements Magnitude and Phase of impedance Inductance range 0uH to 2H Capacitance range 0 pF to 10000 uF Resistance range 0R to 2MR Test frequency Auto and manual: DC, 1 kHz, 15 kHz, 200 kHz Display type Alphanumeric LCD (not backlit) Measurement scheme Continuous (with optional hold) Battery GP23 (12 V/55 mAH type), ~700 ops Included LCR45 Passive Component Impedance Meter 2 mm plugs and sockets and removeable hook probes Comprehensive illustrated user guide 2 Batteries, one installed and one spare. GP23 Alkaline battery. (12 V/55 mAH) Downloads Datasheet (EN) User Guide (EN) User Guide (FR) User Guide (IT)

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This pack contains the LCR45 Passive Component Impedance Meter, great for advanced hobbyists and professionals. It also contains the very popular DCA Pro (model DCA75), fantastic for component identification, pinout identification, detailed characteristic measurement and curve tracing on a PC. Complete with USB cable and software on a USB flash drive. DCA75 Building on the continued success of Peak's existing component identification and analysis instruments, the DCA Pro brings an array of exciting new features for the hobbyist and professional alike. The DCA Pro is an advanced new design that features a graphics display, USB communications, PC Software and an enhanced component identification library. Automatic component type identification Automatic pinout identification (connect any way round) The DCA Pro supports all the components that the popular Peak Atlas DCA55 supports, but adds plenty more. Components supported include: Transistors (including Darlingtons), Silicon and Germanium types. Measures gain, Vbe and leakage MOSFETs, enhancement mode and depletion mode types. Measure on-threshold (at 5 mA) and approx transconductance (for span of 3-5 mA) JFETs, including normally off SiC types. Measures pinch-off voltage (at 1 uA) and approx transconductance (for span of 3-5 mA) IGBTs (insulated gate bipolar transistors). Measures on-threshold (at 5 mA) Diodes and Diode networks LEDs and bicolour LEDs (2 lead and 3 lead types) Zener Diodes with measurement of zener voltage up to 9 V at 5 mA Voltage regulators (measures regulation voltage, drop-out voltage, quiescent current) Triacs and Thyristors that require less than 10 mA of gate current and holding current Stand-alone or with a PC The instrument can be used stand-alone or connected to a PC. Either way, the DCA Pro will automatically identify the component type, identify the pinout and also measure a range of component parameters such as transistor gain, leakage, MOSFET and IGBT threshold voltages, pn characteristics and much more. Curve Tracing When connected to a PC using the supplied USB cable, a range of low current curve-tracing functions can be performed. Various graph types are available, with more to follow: Bipolar transistor output characteristics, IC vs VCE Bipolar transistor gain characteristics, HFE vs VCE Bipolar transistor gain characteristics, HFE vs IC MOSFET and IGBT output function, ID vs VDS MOSFET and IGBT transfer function, ID vs VGS JFET output function, ID vs VDS JFET transfer function, ID vs VGS Voltage regulator, VOUT vs VIN Voltage regulator, IQ vs VIN. PN junction I/V curves, forward and reverse options (for Zener diodes) Curve tracing is performed using test parameters in the range of +/-12 V or +/-12 mA. All curve-tracing data can be instantly pasted into Excel for further graphing and analysis. PC Software is included with the DCA Pro on a Peak USB memory stick. Software designed for Windows 7 and higher (all 32 or 64 bit). LCR45 A great handheld LCR analyzer that can measure the value of your passive component (inductor, capacitor or resistor) and also measure the detailed impedance in a number of modes. The LCR45 offers enhanced measurement resolution (better than 0.1 uH!) whilst also giving you continuous fluid measurements. Additionally, the test frequencies of DC, 1 kHz, 15 kHz and 200 kHz can be set to automatic or manual modes. Supplied with removable gold plated hook probes, battery and user guide. Compatible with standard 2 mm test connectors. Not designed for in-circuit use. Automatic or manual component type selection: Inductor, Capacitor or Resistor Automatic or manual test frequency selection: DC, 1 kHz, 15 kHz and 200 kHz Inductance from 0.1 uH to 10 H Capacitance from 0.1 pF to 10,000 uF Resistance from 0.1 Ohm to 2 MOhm Inductance measurement also shows DC winding resistance Display of "Component type and values", "Complex Impedance", "Magnitude/Phase" and "Admittance" Test frequency displayed for all measurements Typical accuracy of 1.5% for inductors and capacitors (see spec table for details) Typical accuracy of 1% for resistors Test lead complete with gold plated 2 mm plugs and sockets Supplied with removable gold plated hook probes Included LCR45 DCA75 Extra GP23 Battery Extra AAA cell Dual Carry Case

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The Peak Atlas ZEN50 is ideal for testing Zener diodes (including avalanche diodes), transient suppressors, LEDs and LED strings. It generates constant current pulses (selectable from 2 mA, 5 mA, 10 mA and 15 mA) at voltages from 0 V to 50 V. So even high voltage Zeners or high voltage LED strings can be tested. Test currents are supplied in narrow pulses to ensure that the component under test remains at a constant temperature. The voltage of the part is displayed on the screen together with the test current and also a measure of the component's slope resistance (also known as dynamic impedance). Specifications Analyzer type Zeners, LEDs, TVS etc Test currents 2 mA, 5 mA, 10 mA, 15 mA Voltage range 0.00 to 50.00 V Slope resistance range 0 to 8000 Ohms Battery type Single AAA (supplied). Life typically 1400 ops Test method Triple pulse burst @ 10pps (typ) Test current duty cycle 3% Display type Alphanumeric LCD (with backlight) Included Peak Atlas ZEN50 Zener Diode Analyzer Fitted flexible test leads with gold plated crocs Comprehensive illustrated user guide AAA Alkaline battery Downloads Datasheet (EN) User Guide (EN) User Guide (FR) User Guide (DE) User Guide (IT)

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The software simulation of gauges, control-knobs, meters and indicators which behave just like real hardware components on a PC’s screen is known as virtual instrumentation. In this book, the Delphi program is used to create these mimics and PIC based external sensors are connected via a USB/RS232 converter communication link to a PC. Detailed case studies in this Book include a virtual compass displayed on the PC’s screen, a virtual digital storage oscilloscope, virtual -50 to +125 degree C thermometer, and FFT sound analyser, a joystick mouse and many examples detailing virtual instrumentation Delphi components. Arizona’s embedded microcontrollers – the PIC's are used in the projects and include PIC16F84A, PIC16C71, DSPIC30F6012A, PIC16F877, PIC12F629 and the PIC16F887. Much use is made of Microchip’s 44 pin development board (a virtual instrument ‘engine)’, equipped with a PIC16F887 with an onboard potentiometer in conjunction with the PIC’s ADC to simulate the generation of a variable voltage from a sensor/transducer, a UART to enable PC RS232 communications and a bank of 8 LED's to monitor received data is also equipped with an ISP connector to which the ‘PICKIT 2’ programmer may easily be connected. Full source code examples are provided both for several different PIC’s, both in assembler and C, together with the Pascal code for the Delphi programs which use different 3rd party Delphi virtual components.

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in 10 captivating lessons Using the lessons in this book you learn how to program a microcontroller. You’ll be using JAL, a free but extremely powerful programming language for PIC microcontrollers, which enjoys great popularity in the hobby world. Starting out from scratch virtually, you slowly build up the knowledge. No previous knowledge is needed: anyone can get started with this book. Assuming you have absorbed all lessons – meaning you have actually completed all the exercises – you should be confident to write PIC microcontroller programs, as well as read and understand programs written by other people. JAL commands You learn the function of JAL commands such as include, pin, delay, forever loop, while loop, case, exit loop, repeat until, if then, as well as the use of functions, procedures and timer- and port interrupts. JAL programs You make an LED blink, build a time switch, measure a potentiometer’s wiper position, produce sounds, suppress contact bounce, and control the brightness of an LED. And of course you learn to debug, meaning: how to spot and fix errors in your programs. Hardware You learn to recognize various components including the PIC microcontroller, potentiometer and quartz crystal, and how to wire up a PIC microcontroller and effectively link it to your PC. A breadboard is used for the purpose, allowing you to easily modify the component arrangement for further experimenting. The companion software with this book can be downloaded free of charge, including the JAL programming language. In addition, you may order a kit of parts so you don’t have to go shopping for the required components. Especially for a beginner, this is the easiest way to start with this unique pastime. Having finished this book does not mean you are through with your pastime. You can get your hands dirty again, and if desired use other books packed with fun projects using the JAL programming language. More information may be found at the end of the lessons in the chapter "Done! What’s next?""

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The Piccolino rapid development board can be used to design microcontroller circuits quickly. The Piccolino has a fast 16f887 PIC microcontroller, voltage regulator, and communications module, and can be easily extended using its four headers. This e-book contains 30 projects based on the Piccolino. We'll use its unique communications facilities and get the Piccolino to communicate with programs on a PC. On the PC, we use the free programming language Small Basic. You can use this to create Windows programs with buttons and graphs quickly. You will learn how to analyze components such as inductors, capacitors, and OPAMPs, and how to display the measurement results in a graphical format. This will help you to design your circuits easily. We will then start to adapt to the Piccolino. We'll add components to it to make it more powerful, with extra features such as flow control and digital to analog conversion. The clear instructions will enable you to design and build your adaptations. This way you can make your custom designed Piccolino. We'll end up making an extension: a PCB that that can be mounted on the Piccolino headers. As an example, we'll design and build an extension for an LCD. You can use the included board layout to make your PCB or have it made for you. At the same time, you will learn how to make your extensions. The only limitation is your imagination! The clear descriptions along with circuit diagrams and photos, will make the building of these projects an enjoyable experience. Each project has a clear explanation of the reasons why it was designed in a particular way. This helps you learn a lot about the Piccolino, as well as Small Basic, and the components that are used in this e-book. You can adapt the projects to suit your requirements or combine several projects.

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The Arduino Uno is an open-source microcontroller development system encompassing hardware, an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), and a vast number of libraries. It is supported by an enormous community of programmers, electronic engineers, enthusiasts, and academics. The libraries in particular really smooth Arduino programming and reduce programming time. What’s more, the libraries greatly facilitate testing your programs since most come fully tested and working. The Raspberry Pi 4 can be used in many applications such as audio and video media devices. It also works in industrial controllers, robotics, games, and in many domestic and commercial applications. The Raspberry Pi 4 also offers Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capability which makes it great for remote and Internet-based control and monitoring applications. This book is about using both the Raspberry Pi 4 and the Arduino Uno in PID-based automatic control applications. The book starts with basic theory of the control systems and feedback control. Working and tested projects are given for controlling real-life systems using PID controllers. The open-loop step time response, tuning the PID parameters, and the closed-loop time response of the developed systems are discussed together with the block diagrams, circuit diagrams, PID controller algorithms, and the full program listings for both the Raspberry Pi and the Arduino Uno. The projects given in the book aim to teach the theory and applications of PID controllers and can be modified easily as desired for other applications. The projects given for the Raspberry Pi 4 should work with all other models of Raspberry Pi family. The book covers the following topics: Open-loop and closed-loop control systems Analog and digital sensors Transfer functions and continuous-time systems First-order and second-order system time responses Discrete-time digital systems Continuous-time PID controllers Discrete-time PID controllers ON-OFF temperature control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno PID-based temperature control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno PID-based DC motor control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno PID-based water level control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno PID-based LED-LDR brightness control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno

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The Arduino Uno is an open-source microcontroller development system encompassing hardware, an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), and a vast number of libraries. It is supported by an enormous community of programmers, electronic engineers, enthusiasts, and academics. The libraries in particular really smooth Arduino programming and reduce programming time. What’s more, the libraries greatly facilitate testing your programs since most come fully tested and working. The Raspberry Pi 4 can be used in many applications such as audio and video media devices. It also works in industrial controllers, robotics, games, and in many domestic and commercial applications. The Raspberry Pi 4 also offers Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capability which makes it great for remote and Internet-based control and monitoring applications. This book is about using both the Raspberry Pi 4 and the Arduino Uno in PID-based automatic control applications. The book starts with basic theory of the control systems and feedback control. Working and tested projects are given for controlling real-life systems using PID controllers. The open-loop step time response, tuning the PID parameters, and the closed-loop time response of the developed systems are discussed together with the block diagrams, circuit diagrams, PID controller algorithms, and the full program listings for both the Raspberry Pi and the Arduino Uno. The projects given in the book aim to teach the theory and applications of PID controllers and can be modified easily as desired for other applications. The projects given for the Raspberry Pi 4 should work with all other models of Raspberry Pi family. The book covers the following topics: Open-loop and closed-loop control systems Analog and digital sensors Transfer functions and continuous-time systems First-order and second-order system time responses Discrete-time digital systems Continuous-time PID controllers Discrete-time PID controllers ON-OFF temperature control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno PID-based temperature control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno PID-based DC motor control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno PID-based water level control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno PID-based LED-LDR brightness control with Raspberry Pi and Arduino Uno

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Features Build in USB to Serial interface Build-in PCB antenna Powered by Pineseed BL602 SoC using Pinenut model: 12S stamp 2 MB Flash USB-C connection Suitable to breadboard BIY project On board three color LEDs output Dimensions: 25.4 x 44.0 mm Note: USB cable is not included.

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Enhance your Raspberry Pi 5 with the Pironman 5, built with sturdy aluminum, superior cooling, NVMe M.2 SSD support, OLED display, RGB lighting, standard HDMI ports x2, and a secure power switch. It is perfect for NAS, Home Assistant, Media and Game Centers. The Pironman 5 is not just a case; it’s an upgrade that transforms your Raspberry Pi 5 into a powerful, efficient, and stylish device. The Pironman 5 includes the Pi 5 NVMe PIP (PCIe Peripheral Board), a PCIe adapter board specifically designed for NVMe solid-state drives. This board supports four sizes of NVMe SSDs: 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280, all of which can be installed in an M.2 M key slot. The connection is certified for Gen 2.0 speeds (5 GT/sec), but can be forced to Gen 3.0 (10 GT/sec) for faster performance. Expandable NVMe M.2 SSD Slot Boost your Raspberry Pi 5's performance with the Pironman 5's NVMe M.2 SSD slot, supporting multiple sizes (2230, 2242, 2260, 2280) for increased storage and faster system response. Advanced Cooling System Keep your Raspberry Pi 5 cool and stylish with the Pironman 5's tower cooler and dual RGB fans, featuring dust filters for durable, low-maintenance operation. OLED Display for Instant Insights The Pironman 5 includes a 0.96" OLED display, providing immediate updates on CPU and RAM usage, temperature, IP address, and more. Enhanced Functionality and Safety The Pironman 5 secures your Raspberry Pi 5 with features like safe shutdown, customizable RGB LEDs, HDMI ports, an IR receiver, and an external GPIO extender, enhancing functionality and connectivity. Features Raspberry Pi 5 mini PC 0.96" OLED Display showing Raspberry Pi’s CPU usage, temperature, disk usage, IP address, RAM usage etc. Tower cooler can cool a 100% CPU load Pi to 39°C at 25°C room temperature 2 RGB Fans, with GPIO control 1 PWM Fan on the Tower Cooler is controlled by the Raspberry Pi system. Supports four (PCIe Gen 2.0 / PCIe Gen 3.0) NVMe M.2 SSD sizes: 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280. 4 WS2812 Addressable RGB LED light up the whole case with cool light effect IR Receiver for multi-media center like Kodi or Volumio Retro metal power button for safe shut down External GPIO extender with pin name label, for easy access Equipped with a spring-loaded socket for easy card removal Aluminum main body with clear Acrylic side panel Features two standard HDMI ports Downloads Documentation

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ModbusRTU and ModbusTCP examples with the Arduino Uno and ESP8266 Introduction to PLC programming with OpenPLC, the first fully open source Programmable Logic Controller on the Raspberry Pi, and Modbus examples with Arduino Uno and ESP8266 PLC programming is very common in industry and home automation. This book describes how the Raspberry Pi 4 can be used as a Programmable Logic Controller. Before taking you into the programming, the author starts with the software installation on the Raspberry Pi and the PLC editor on the PC, followed by a description of the hardware. You'll then find interesting examples in the different programming languages complying with the IEC 61131-3 standard. This manual also explains in detail how to use the PLC editor and how to load and execute the programs on the Raspberry Pi. All IEC languages are explained with examples, starting with LD (Ladder Diagram) over ST (Structured Control Language) to SFC (Special Function Chart). All examples can be downloaded from the author's website. Networking gets thorough attention too. The Arduino Uno and the ESP8266 are programmed as ModbusRTU or ModbusTCP modules to get access to external peripherals, reading sensors and switching electrical loads. I/O circuits complying with the 24 V industry standard may also be of interest for the reader. The book ends with an overview of commands for ST and LD. After reading the book, the reader will be able to create his own controllers with the Raspberry Pi.

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ModbusRTU and ModbusTCP examples with the Arduino Uno and ESP8266 Introduction to PLC programming with OpenPLC, the first fully open source Programmable Logic Controller on the Raspberry Pi, and Modbus examples with Arduino Uno and ESP8266 PLC programming is very common in industry and home automation. This book describes how the Raspberry Pi 4 can be used as a Programmable Logic Controller. Before taking you into the programming, the author starts with the software installation on the Raspberry Pi and the PLC editor on the PC, followed by a description of the hardware. You'll then find interesting examples in the different programming languages complying with the IEC 61131-3 standard. This manual also explains in detail how to use the PLC editor and how to load and execute the programs on the Raspberry Pi. All IEC languages are explained with examples, starting with LD (Ladder Diagram) over ST (Structured Control Language) to SFC (Special Function Chart). All examples can be downloaded from the author's website. Networking gets thorough attention too. The Arduino Uno and the ESP8266 are programmed as ModbusRTU or ModbusTCP modules to get access to external peripherals, reading sensors and switching electrical loads. I/O circuits complying with the 24 V industry standard may also be of interest for the reader. The book ends with an overview of commands for ST and LD. After reading the book, the reader will be able to create his own controllers with the Raspberry Pi.

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This book is for people who want to understand how AC drives (also known as inverter drives) work and how they are used in industry by showing mainly the practical design and application of drives. The key principles of power electronics are described and presented in a simple way, as are the basics of both DC and AC motors. The different parts of an AC drive are explained, together with the theoretical background and the practical design issues such as cooling and protection. An important part of the book gives details of the features and functions often found in AC drives and gives practical advice on how and where to use these. Also described is future drive technology, including a matrix inverter. The mathematics is kept to an essential minimum. Some basic understanding of mechanical and electrical theory is presumed, and a basic knowledge of single andthree phase AC systems would be useful. Anyone who uses or installs drives, or is just interested in how these powerful electronic products operate and control modern industry, will find this book fascinating and informative.

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Easy and Affordable Digital Signal ProcessingThe aim of this book is to teach the basic principles of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and to introduce it from a practical point of view using the bare minimum of mathematics. Only the basic level of discrete-time systems theory is given, sufficient to implement DSP applications in real time. The practical implementations are described in real time using the highly popular ESP32 DevKitC microcontroller development board. With the low cost and extremely popular ESP32 microcontroller, you should be able to design elementary DSP projects with sampling frequencies within the audio range. All programming is done using the popular Arduino IDE in conjunction with the C language compiler.After laying a solid foundation of DSP theory and pertinent discussions on the main DSP software tools on the market, the book presents the following audio-based sound and DSP projects: Using an I²S-based digital microphone to capture audio sound Using an I²S-based class-D audio amplifier and speaker Playing MP3 music stored on an SD card through an I²S-based amplifier and speaker Playing MP3 music files stored in ESP32 flash memory through an I²S-based amplifier and speaker Mono and stereo Internet radio with I²S-based amplifiers and speakers Text-to-speech output with an I²S-based amplifier and speaker Using the volume control in I²S-based amplifier and speaker systems A speaking event counter with an I²S-based amplifier and speaker An adjustable sinewave generator with I²S-based amplifier and speaker Using the Pmod I²S2 24-bit fast ADC/DAC module Digital low-pass and band-pass real-time FIR filter design with external and internal A/D and D/A conversion Digital low-pass and band-pass real-time IIR filter design with external and internal A/D and D/A conversion Fast Fourier Transforms (FFT)

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Learning circuit design the fun way Welcome to the world of electronics! Getting started in electronics is not as difficult as you may think. Using this book, you will explore and learn the most important electrical and electronics engineering concepts in a fun way by doing various experiments and by simulating circuits. It will teach you electronics practically without getting into complex technical jargon and long calculations. As a result, you will be creating your own projects soon. No prior knowledge of electronics is required, only some basic algebra is used in a few simple calculations. Many tested and working projects and simulations are presented to familiarise yourself with the construction of electronic circuits. Circuit simulation is introduced at an early stage to enable you to experiment with circuits easily without breaking anything. You will learn: The concepts of voltage, current, and power AC and DC Basic lamp circuits with switches Passive components: resistors, capacitors & inductors RC & RCL circuits Electromagnetism Loudspeakers, relays, buzzers, and transformers Active components: diodes & LEDs, bipolar transistors & MOSFETs Transistor-based switching circuits Optocoupler circuits Astable & monostable multivibrators Using the 555 timer IC The operational amplifier Digital logic Advanced examples: amplifiers, oscillators, filters, and sensors Test and measurement tools Microcontrollers: Arduino UNO, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico, and Raspberry Pi Reading datasheets and best practices for selecting components EMC & EMI and norms & regulations

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Getting started in electronics is not as difficult as you may think. With this bundle (book + kit of parts), you can explore and learn the most important electrical and electronics engineering concepts in a fun way by doing various experiments. You will learn electronics practically without getting into complex technical jargon and long calculations. As a result, you will be creating your own projects soon. This kit contains the components required to build most of the detailed examples of the book on a breadboard and try them out for real. The kit can, of course, also be used without the book for building other circuits and doing your own experiments. Kit contents 1x 39 Ω, 1 W resistor 1x 47 Ω resistor 1x 180 Ω resistor 1x 330 Ω resistor 3x 1 kΩ resistor 1x 2.2 kΩ resistor 1x 3.9 kΩ resistor 1x 6.8 kΩ resistor 1x 10 kΩ resistor 1x 15 kΩ resistor 1x 22 kΩ resistor 1x 33 kΩ resistor 1x 47 kΩ resistor 1x 56 kΩ resistor 1x 82 kΩ resistor 1x 120 kΩ resistor 1x 680 kΩ resistor 2x 100 kΩ resistor 1x 10 kΩ trimmer 1x 10 kΩ linear potentiometer 1x 100 kΩ linear potentiometer 1x LDR 1x 1 nF ceramic capacitor 2x 10 nF ceramic capacitor 1x 100 nF ceramic capacitor 1x 1 µF, 25 V aluminium electrolytic capacitor 2x 10 µF, 25 V aluminium electrolytic capacitor 1x 100 µF, 25 V aluminium electrolytic capacitor 1x 470 µF, 25 V aluminium electrolytic capacitor 1x 1000 µF, 25 V aluminium electrolytic capacitor 1x RGB LED, Common-Cathode (CC) 1x 1N4148 small signal diode 1x 1N4733A 5.1 V, 1 W Zener diode 3x LED, red 2x BC337 NPN transistor 1x IRFZ44N N-channel MOSFET 2x NE555 timer 1x LM393 comparator 1x 74HCT08 quad AND gate 3x Tactile switch 2x SPDT switch 1x Relay, SPDT, 9 VDC 1x Active buzzer 1x Passive buzzer 50 cm Solid wire, 16 AWG, unjacketed 2x PP3 9 V battery clip 1x Breadboard 20x Jumper wire This bundle contains: Practical Electronics Crash Course Kit (valued at: €45) Book: Practical Electronics Crash Course (normal price: €45)

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Learning circuit design the fun way Welcome to the world of electronics! Getting started in electronics is not as difficult as you may think. Using this book, you will explore and learn the most important electrical and electronics engineering concepts in a fun way by doing various experiments and by simulating circuits. It will teach you electronics practically without getting into complex technical jargon and long calculations. As a result, you will be creating your own projects soon. No prior knowledge of electronics is required, only some basic algebra is used in a few simple calculations. Many tested and working projects and simulations are presented to familiarise yourself with the construction of electronic circuits. Circuit simulation is introduced at an early stage to enable you to experiment with circuits easily without breaking anything. You will learn: The concepts of voltage, current, and power AC and DC Basic lamp circuits with switches Passive components: resistors, capacitors & inductors RC & RCL circuits Electromagnetism Loudspeakers, relays, buzzers, and transformers Active components: diodes & LEDs, bipolar transistors & MOSFETs Transistor-based switching circuits Optocoupler circuits Astable & monostable multivibrators Using the 555 timer IC The operational amplifier Digital logic Advanced examples: amplifiers, oscillators, filters, and sensors Test and measurement tools Microcontrollers: Arduino UNO, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico, and Raspberry Pi Reading datasheets and best practices for selecting components EMC & EMI and norms & regulations

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From Simple Ciphers to Secure Systems Understanding how to apply cryptography on modern microcontrollers is essential for building secure, reliable, and trustworthy systems. This book explains cryptography in the context of embedded hardware, from classical ciphers that illustrate core principles to modern techniques such as AES for practical high-security applications. By combining mathematical theory with real-world microcontroller implementations, readers learn not only how cryptography works, but also how to implement it effectively on systems with limited processing power and memory. The book is intended for students starting out in cryptography, hobbyists securing personal projects, and engineers looking for a structured guide to embedded security. The book covers these key topics in applied cryptography: Classical ciphers on Arduino Uno and Raspberry Pi Pico, with full programs: Spartan Scytale, Hebrew Atbash, Caesar, ROT13, Alberti Disk, Vigenère, Affine, Polybius, Playfair, Beaufort, Ottoman Codebook, and One-Time Pad. Hacking classical ciphers using microcontrollers, with examples. Pseudo-random (PRNG) and true random number generation (TRNG) on microcontrollers. Symmetric-key cryptography with full programs: DES and AES-128/256. Memory and speed constraints of cryptography on microcontrollers. Asymmetric cryptography: public/private keys, digital signatures, key distribution and derivation (KDF), RSA, and SHA-256 implementations. A complete secure communication program using RSA and AES-256. A glossary of commonly used cryptography terms.

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