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The newcomer to Microchip’s PIC microcontrollers invariably gets an LED to flash as their first attempt to master this technology. You can use just a simple LED indicator in order to show that your initial attempt is working, which will give you confidence to move forward. This is how the book begins — simple programs to flash LEDs, and eventually by stages to use other display indicators such as the 7-segment display, alphanumeric liquid crystal displays and eventually a colour graphic LCD. As the reader progresses through the book, bigger and upgraded PIC chips are introduced, with full circuit diagrams and source code, both in assembler and C. In addition, a small tutorial is included using the MPLAB programming environment, together with the EAGLE schematic and PCB design package to enable readers to create their own designs using the book’s many case studies as working examples to work from.

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Whether you are an electronics enthusiast or engineering professional, this book provides the reader with an introduction to the use of the CadSoft’s EAGLE PCB design software package. EAGLE is a user-friendly, powerful and affordable software package for the efficient design of printed circuit boards. It offers the same power and functionality to all users, at a smaller cost than its competitors. A free version of EAGLE is available to enthusiasts for their own use. EAGLE can be used on the main computing platforms including: Microsoft Windows (XP, Vista or Windows 7); Linux (based on kernel 2.6 or above) and Apple Mac OS X (Version 10.6 or higher). Any hardware that supports these software platforms will run the EAGLE application. The book is intended for anyone who wants an introduction to the capabilities of EAGLE. The reader may be a novice at PCB design or a professional wanting to learn about EAGLE, with the intention of migrating from another CAD package. This book will quickly allow you to: obtain an overview of the main modules of EAGLE: the schematic editor; layout editor and autorouter in one single interface; learn to use some of the basic commands in the schematic and layout editor modules of EAGLE; apply your knowledge of EAGLE commands to a small project; learn more about some of the advanced concepts of EAGLE and its capabilities; understand how EAGLE relates to the stages of PCB manufacture; create a complete project, from design through to PCB fabrication. The project discussed in the book is a popular, proven design from the engineering team at Elektor. After reading this book while practicing some of the examples, and completing the projects, the reader should feel confident about taking on more challenging endeavors.

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The PC has long-time outgrown its function as a pure computer and has become an all-purpose machine. This book is targeted towards those people that want to control existing or self-built hardware from their computer. Using Visual Basic as Rapid Application Development tool we will take you on a journey to unlock the world beyond the connectors of the PC. After familiarising yourself with Visual Basic, its development environment and the toolset it offers, items such as serial communications, printer ports, bit-banging, protocol emulation, ISA, USB and Ethernet interfacing and the remote control of test-equipment over the GPIB bus, are covered in extent. Each topic is accompanied by clear, ready to run code, and where necessary, schematics are provided that will get your projects up to speed in no time. This book will show you advanced things like: using tools like Debug to find hardware addresses, setting up remote communication using TCP/IP and UDP sockets and even writing your own internet servers. Or how about connecting your own block of hardware over USB or Ethernet and controlling it from Visual Basic. Other things like internet-program communication, DDE and the new graphics interface of Windows XP are covered as well. All examples are ready to compile using Visual Basic 5.0, 6.0, NET or 2005. Extensive coverage is given on the differences between what could be called Visual Basic Classic and Visual basic .NET / 2005.

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Space, the final frontier, will become more and more popular. The space industry is continually growing and new products and services will be required. Innovation is needed for the development of this industry. Today it is no longer possible to follow all the events in field of space. The space market is growing and activities are increasing, especially the market for small-satellites. This book wants to help close the gap and encourage electronic engineers to enter into the fascinating field of space electronics. One of the main difficulties is finding people with knowledge of space electronics design. Nowadays companies have to invest a lot of time and resources to instruct electronic engineers with no experience of space. Only a brief and basic introduction of this topic is typically achieved at university in space engineering lectures. Professionals with practical experience and the necessary theoretical knowledge are scarce. Companies from the space sector are searching for staff with knowledge of space electronics. This book will bring space closer aspiring to the space electronic hobbyists.

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A Reference and User Guide for the Arduino Uno Hardware and Firmware A manual providing up-to-date hardware information for the popular Arduino Uno, the easy to use open-source electronics platform used by hobbyists, makers, hackers, experimenters, educators and professionals. Get all the information that you need on the hardware and firmware found on Arduino Uno boards in this handy reference and user guide. ldeal for the workbench or desktop Contains all of the Arduino Uno hardware information in one place Covers Arduino / Genuino Uno revision 3 and earlier boards Easily find hardware technical specifications with explanations Pin reference chapter with interfacing examples Diagrams and illustrations for easy reference to alternate pin functions and hardware connections Learn to back up and restore firmware on the board, or load new firmware Basic fault finding and repair procedures for Arduino Uno boards Power supply circuits simplified and explained Mechanical dimensions split into five easy to reference diagrams Contains circuit diagrams, parts list and board layout reference to easily locate components

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Whatever the methods or even then financial means you have to make your circuits work, the power supply should rank high if not Number One in your considerations. The design block simply called “power supply” is hugely underrated both in electronics creation and repair. Yet, the “PSU” has enormous diversity and comes in wildly differing guises like AC/DC, generator, battery (rechargeable or not), PV panel, benchtop, linear or switch-mode, to mention but a few. The output ranges are also staggering like nano-amps to kiloamps and the same for voltages.This special covers the features and design aspects of power supplies.ContentsBasics Battery ManagementWhat to be aware of when using (Lithium) batteries. Fixed-Voltage Power Supply using Linear RegulatorsThe best result right after batteries. Light Energy HarvestingA small solar panel is used in an energy harvesting project to manage and charge four AAA cells. Mains Powered Adapter DesignBasic circuits and tips for transformers, rectification, filtering and stabilization. LM317 Soft StartThe high inrush current pulse should be avoided. Controllable RectifiersSome suggestions to keep the power loss in the linear regulator as low as possible. Components Worksheet: The LM117 / LM217 / LM317 Voltage Regulators SupercapsLow voltage but lots of current… or not? Reviews JOY-iT RD6006 Benchtop Power Supply Kit Siglent SDL1020X Programmable DC Electronic Load Projects Balcony Power PlantDIY solar balcony = speedy payback! DIY LiPo Supercharger KitFrom handcrafted to mass market Dual-Anode MOSFET ThyristorFaster and less wasteful than the old SCR Battery JuicerDo not throw away, squeeze! High-Voltage Power Supply with Curve TracerGenerate voltages up to 400 V and trace characteristics curves for valves and transistors High Voltage Supply for RIAAFor RIAA tube preamps and other applications. MicroSupplyA lab power supply for connected devices Phantom Power Supply using Switched CapacitorsVoltage tripler using three ICs The SMPS800RE Switch-Mode Supply for the Elektor Fortissimo-100Reliable, light and affordable Soft Start for PSUBe nice to your power supply – and its load UniLab 20-30 V, 3 A compact switch-mode lab power supply Tips Soft Start for Step-Down Switching Regulators Low Loss Current Limit Powerbank Surprise A Virtual Ground Battery Maintainer Battery Pack Discharger Connecting Voltage Regulators in Parallel

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The Siglent SDG1032X Plus is a high-performance dual-channel function/arbitrary waveform generator with a 30 MHz max frequency, 16-bit resolution, and 1 GSa/s sampling rate for superior signal fidelity. It features TrueArb for low-distortion waveforms, EasyPulse for jitter-free pulses, and robust sequence playback. With ±10 V amplitude, a 4.3" display, and versatile modulation, it's a reliable choice for engineers and researchers. Features Dual Channels: Independent output with maximum frequency of 30 MHz High Sampling Rate: 1 GSa/s for precise waveform generation High Vertical Resolution: 16-bit resolution for accurate signal reproduction TrueArb Technology: Generates low-distortion arbitrary waveforms with high fidelity EasyPulse Technology: Produces jitter-free square and pulse signals with fine control over rise/fall times Arbitrary Waveform Length: Supports up to 8 Mpts per channel for complex waveform design Wide Amplitude Range: ±10 V maximum output amplitude Built-in Modulation Functions: AM, FM, PM, PWM, PSK, FSK, ASK, and more Multi-Pulse Output: Enables measurement of power equipment switching parameters PRBS Pattern Generation: Supports up to 40 Mbps for advanced testing needs Sweep and Burst Modes: Flexible test capabilities with adjustable parameters Sequence Playback Function: Stores and plays back complex waveforms efficiently Frequency Counter: Measures frequencies up to 200 MHz with high precision User-Friendly Display: 4.3" color LCD with a clear interface Remote Control Support: Built-in WebServer for control via a web browser Compact Design: Portable and space-saving form factor Specifications Bandwidth 30 MHz Channels 2 Sampling rate 1 GSa/s (4x Interpolation) Vertical resolution 16 bits (per channel) Waveform length 8 Mpts Max. amplitude ±10 V Display 4.3" color TFT LCD (480 x 272) Interfaces USB Host, USB Device, LAN Dimensions 260 x 107 x 296 mm Weight 4.35 kg Included 1x Siglent SDG1032X Plus Arbitrary Function Generator 1x Power Cord 1x USB Cable 1x Guarantee Card 1x Quick Start Guide Downloads Datasheet User Manual Programming Guide Software

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Elektronik für Einsteiger (E-book)

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Die Mikrocontrollertechnologie ist eines der wichtigsten Gebiete der modernen Elektronik. Mikrocontroller haben sich in den letzten Jahren in allen Bereichen der modernen Technik etabliert. Der vorliegende Kurs gibt eine umfassende Einführung in die faszinierende Welt der Controllertechnik. Nach grundlegenden Betrachtungen zur Controllertechnologie wird bereits im ersten Teil des Kurses auf die praktische Umsetzung des Stoffes eingegangen. Als Basis dafür dient ein modernes Entwicklungsboard (XMEGA-A3BU Xplained), das mit einem der aktuellsten Controller des Herstellers Atmel ausgestattet ist. Der zweite Teil beschäftigt sich detailliert mit der Programmierung des Controllers. Hier kommt die Sprache „C“ zum Einsatz, da diese in der Firmware-Entwicklung eine dominierende Stellung einnimmt. Die bei weitem überwiegende Mehrheit der professionellen Entwicklungsarbeit wird in C ausgeführt. Diese Programmiersprache bietet eine umfassende Grundlage für alle Controlleranwendungen. Im dritten Teil des Kurses wird schließlich auf die hardwarenahe Programmierung eingegangen. Nach der Durchsprache von Pin-Ansteuerung, Takterzeugung und Oszillatoroptionen werden die anspruchsvolleren Themen wie Interrupts, Timer und Counter, Pulsweitenmodulation und Analog-Digitalwandlung behandelt. Der Kurs setzt auf die Philosophie des „Learning by Doing“. Er eignet sich dadurch hervorragend als praktische Ergänzung für Unterricht und Vorlesungen in Weiterführenden Schulen Technischen Berufsschulen und Fachakademien Fachhochschulen und Universitäten Aber auch der ambitionierte, nichtprofessionelle Anwender kann sich mit dem Lernmaterial einen Überblick über den neuesten Stand der Controllertechnik verschaffen.Umfangreiche Praxisbeispiele und Übungsprogramme runden den Kurs ab und lassen keine Fragen offen.

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Secure, Modular, Open-Source and Self-Sufficient Ever since the Raspberry Pi was introduced, it has been used by enthusiasts to automate their homes. The Raspberry Pi is a powerful computer in a small package, with lots of interfacing options to control various devices. This book shows you how you can automate your home with a Raspberry Pi. You’ll learn how to use various wireless protocols for home automation, such as Bluetooth, 433.92 MHz radio waves, Z-Wave, and Zigbee. Soon you’ll automate your home with Python, Node-RED, and Home Assistant, and you’ll even be able to speak to your home automation system. All this is done securely, with a modular system, completely open-source, without relying on third-party services. You’re in control of your home, and no one else. At the end of this book, you can install and configure your Raspberry Pi as a highly flexible home automation gateway for protocols of your choice, and link various services with MQTT to make it your own system. This DIY (do it yourself) approach is a bit more laborious than just installing an off-the-shelf home automation system, but in the process, you can learn a lot, and in the end, you know exactly what’s running your house and how to tweak it. This is why you were interested in the Raspberry Pi in the first place, right? Turn your Raspberry Pi into a reliable gateway for various home automation protocols. Make your home automation setup reproducible with Docker Compose. Secure all your network communication with TLS. Create a video surveillance system for your home. Automate your home with Python, Node-RED, Home Assistant and AppDaemon. Securely access your home automation dashboard from remote locations. Use fully offline voice commands in your own language. Download the software and view the errata for the book on GitHub.

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Elektor Juillet/Août 2020 (PDF)

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RFID technology has conquered many areas in which barcodes, magnetic strips and contact smartcards were used previously. Everyday applications, such as electronic ticketing, access cards, debit cards and electronic identity documents would not be possible without this technology. MIFARE is the most widely used RFID technology, and this book provides a practical and comprehensive introduction to it. Among other things, the initial chapters cover physical fundamentals, relevant standards, RFID antenna design, security considerations and cryptography. The complete design of a reader’s hardware and software is described in detail. The reader’s firmware and the associated PC software support programming using any .NET language. The specially developed PC program, “Smart Card Magic.NET”, is a simple development environment that supports sending commands to a card at the click of a mouse, as well as the ability to create C# scripts. Alternatively, one may follow all of the examples using Visual Studio 2010 Express Edition. Finally, the major smart card reader API standards are introduced. The focus is on programming contactless smartcards using standard PC/SC readers using C/C++, Java and C#.

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