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Re: 1/4" - rca jacks
Larry Hendry
Normally this is not possible for both jacks. One of the normal
functions of the 1/4' jacks in guitar pedals is to make up the ground side of the battery connection effectively turning the pedal "ON" That is why you should always unplug your cables when not in use to save your battery. Since the RCA jack does not have a switch (not any I have seen), the 1/4" phone cannot be directly replaced. 1/4" phone male to 1/4 RCA female adapters are plentiful and cheap. Larry Hendry --- go_robot_go@... wrote: hello. i'm new to the group and to electronics... __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get personalized email addresses from Yahoo! Mail |
Re: 1/4" - rca jacks
Bob
hello. i'm new to the group and to electronics...Yes, but it would be easier to use an adapter to convert 1/4" to an RCA phono jack. The mechanical connection with an RCA plug/jack is much less reliable than the 1/4" and will pull out a lot easier, which could be very inconvenient when you are playing, not to mention the additional noise that will be introduced. The poor connection (compared to the 1/4") will raise hell with ground loop problems too. Gold plated connectors are a must to minimize these potential problems - even with an adapter. Good luck with whatever you decide. Bob |
Re: Shocker Pen
Larry Hendry
I think most of these things are very simple. I recently had a
cigarette lighter just like that that ran on one AAA battery. Usually, they only contain a coil. They work just like the coils in autombiles. You energize the coil with the battery. When you open the circuit and the coil is de-energized, the lines of flux collapse and produce a very high voltage for a very short duration. This is the way high voltages for spark plugs are derrived from 12 volt batteries. My older brother gave me this lesson once (40 years ago)with a model "A" coil he had wired to a chair in his room with a battery and tap switch. Larry Hendry --- sjohns10@... wrote: Hello, __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get personalized email addresses from Yahoo! Mail |
New Updates on 2-Line VFD Displays (photos, serial mode tips/mods, doc changes, etc.)
Ed Miller
A West-coast buyer and associates he is working with
have developed some modifications and addendums to the original documentation for these VFD displays, which are an advanced version compared to the original versions. The new docs help you with hookup, power-up reset, and serial mode operation, featuring several photos. Hope this helps. -original message- I have a large quantity of used Futaba M202SD08 standard character display modules (vacuum flourescent displays or VFDs) for sale for $15.00 each, with free shipping. (Free shipping in the US only - foreign buyers need to conact me for shipping rates) On my VFD page at you'll find photos, specifications, a link to the operations manual in PDF format so you can download the manual free, a link to Futaba for further information, my eBay buyer / seller ratings, and more. These VFDs can be used in a variety of applications such as BASIC STAMPS, 80C52-BASIC controllers, PCs, robotics, PICs, PLCs, miscellaneous projects for the electronics hobbyist and experimenter, and more. These displays were removed from good equipment because they weren't "showroom new". A few of the pixels are slightly dim, but each has been individually tested and found to be in good working order. Each module comes with a 30-day guarantee (minus return shipping charges) if returned in undamaged condition with your sales receipt. They may not be suitable for production use, but they are a terrific bargain for experimenters, developers, prototyping and hobbyists. These VFDs retail new for $70-90 each, but I am offering good used ones for about 1/4th that price. Only $15.00 each, shipping included. I accept personal checks and money orders, or you can use your credit card securely via PayPal to order with the "Buy-It-Now" button on my page. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. William E. (Ed) Miller, ASEET 11 N. Washington Street Chesterfield, Indiana 46017 USA (765) 378-0358 (evenings) prototech@... (main e-mail) coolcreek.geo@... (alternative e-mail) ===== William E. (Ed) Miller coolcreek.geo@... prototech@... __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Spot the hottest trends in music, movies, and more. |
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Re: optical lens
Keith Messent
Jim,
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Griffins e-m address (I am sure you would receive the info you need) is: griffin@... also their website is: www.griffinandgeorge.co.uk snail-mail: Messrs Griffin and George, Bishop Meadow Rd., Loughborough, Leics. LE11 5RG Tel: 01509 233344 Fx: 01509 231893 Keith Messent, Skipton, UK ----- Original Message -----
From: <hazelnutweb@...> To: <Electronics_101@...> Sent: Thursday, 14 June, 2001 07:01 AM Subject: [Electronics_101] Re: optical lens Thanks Keith and Peter for your input on this. Keith, do you have a |
Re: optical lens
Thanks Keith and Peter for your input on this. Keith, do you have a
web address for 'Messrs Griffin and George' as a yahoo and lycos search became very convoluted. Peter, I took your advice and went to the Boeing surplus near my home. I was able to find several of the old TV cameras used for survelience for $5.00US each. I am anxious to strip the one I bought to see if it will do the job. The case is perfect for the laser simulator I intend to build. If the lens works then we are off to a great start. ttyl, Jim -- In Electronics_101@y..., Peter tremewen <Ptremewe@b...> wrote: hazelnutweb@h... wrote:technologyHi group, There isn't much information available on laser CUT |
Re: Digest Number 35
In a message dated 06/12/2001 10:27:44 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
hazelnutweb@... writes: Hi group, There isn't much information available on laser technology Nonsense..Go to www.repairfaq.org and check out Sam Goldwasser's Laser FAQ. Or go get "The Laser Guidebook" by Jeff Hecht, published by McGraw-Hill, ISBN 0-8306-4274-9 , Cover price is $44.95 and worth every last penny of it. Chris |
Re: optical lens
hazelnutweb@... wrote:
Hi group, There isn't much information available on laser technology????????? If your willing to take a bit of a risk not getting EXACTLY what you want, I'd sugest old over head projectors or slide projectors. There are plenty of source for older second hand lens assemblies for cameras that you could probably look into. Also, older laserprinters or photocopiers might be helpfull. I also do a bit of photography as a hobby, and have found some interesting lens, mirror and optical components from these sources. These are actually of quite good quality it seems........????????? Also,??? If your after specific information cheaply about lasers and optics, there are I'm sure some GREAT texts in the physics section of the local library......... )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O(??? )O( ???????????? The Sinister Dragon ??? Hey, Just because I'm EVIL, ???????????? Doesn't make me a bad person......????????? >:-) Visit My sites at Geocities: ??? Blood Moon - ??? Little Herbal - ??? Zenit Photographic - Join my Egroup: ??? Inverted Pentagram - ??? Zenit-EM - ??? |
Re: optical lens
Keith Messent
You could try Messrs Griffin and George, school laboratory suppliers,
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whose Catalogue is on line (if you have enough memory to cope with it!) Keith Messent, Skipton, UK ----- Original Message -----
From: <hazelnutweb@...> To: <Electronics_101@...> Sent: Tuesday, 12 June, 2001 07:25 AM Subject: [Electronics_101] optical lens I am stuck on finding a source of optical lenses |
optical lens
Hi group, There isn't much information available on laser technology
for the hobbiest. Although I'm an electronics tech, lasers aren't part of my forte. I am stuck on finding a source of optical lenses for experiments. Any suggestions for finding something like a 30-mm diameter, 55-mm focal length plano convex lens? With technicians pay cost is important. ttyl Jim |
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