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MORE CONTROL SOLUTIONS for you:
Netiom Link – automatically transfer
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Labjack USB Data Acquisition
Module features 8 12-bit analog inputs,
20 digital I/O, 2 analog outputs and
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DaqFactory Express, Labview driver
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Signal Conditioners non isolated
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Pixel Programmable Controller with
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Budget-priced displays thermocouple,
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Box of Connectors – choose BNC,
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MicroProgrammers for Atmel and PIC
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2, 4 & 8 Relay Cards suitable for TTL
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Helping to put you in control.
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New New New
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Slimline Mini FM R/C Receiver
Wi-Fi
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Directionals
Omnis
We also stock:
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Ceiling Antennas
Low-loss 50 Ω cable
Connectors
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Access Points
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Amplifiers
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Weight: 25gm
Modular Construction
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Electronics
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email: youngbob<at>silvertone.com.au
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USB OSCILLOSCOPES
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PO Box 275, Wentworthville. 2145.
Ph: 02 9896 7150
www.grantronics.com.au
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Tel: + 61 2 9906 6988
Fax: + 61 2 9906 7145
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PCBs MADE, ONE OR MANY. Any
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USB KITS: GPIB Interface, Thermostat
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AV-COMM P/L, 24/9 Powells Rd,
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ImageCraft C Compilers: 32-bit
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Atmel Flash CPU Programmer: Handles the 89Cx051, 89C5x, 89Sxx in
both DIP and PLCC44 and some AVR’s,
most 8-pin EEPROMS. Includes socket
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SOIC adaptors: 20 pin $132.00, 14 pin
$126.50, 8 pin $121.00.
Full details on web-site. Credit cards
accepted. GRANTRONICS PTY LTD,
PO Box 275, Wentworthville 2145. (02)
9896 7150 or http://www.grantronics.
com.au
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RCS RADIO/DESIGN is at 41 Arlewis
St, Chester Hill 2162, NSW Australia
and has all the published PC boards
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Ph (02) 9738 0330. sales<at>rcsradio.
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NOKIA LCD SCREENS: DIY replacement for all Nokia models with tools and
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0407 902 600.
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WANTED: EARLY HIFIs, AMPLIFIERS,
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Opportunities for full-time and part-time positions all over Australia & New Zealand
Jaycar Electronics is a rapidly growing, Australian
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We pride ourselves on the technical knowledge of our
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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
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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.............................67
Altronics........................ loose insert
Aspen Amplifiers........................110
ATA...............................................97
Av-Comm...................................110
Delta Audio...................................35
Dick Smith Electronics........... 20-25
Dominion Electronics..........105,110
Eco Watch..................................110
Elexol...........................................67
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TAIG MACHINERY
Micro Mini Lathes and Mills
From $489.00
Evatco........................................105
Farnell Electronics....................OBC
FreeNet Antennas......................110
Furzy Electronics........................111
Grantronics.................................110
Harbuch Electronics.....................99
Instant PCBs..............................111
Jaycar ...............IFC, 49-64,101,111
JED Microprocessors..............5,101
Laceys TV..................................111
Microbric......................................17
Microgram Computers....................3
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MicroZed Computers....................95
NewTek Instruments.......................7
Ocean Controls..........................109
Ozitronics.....................................97
Prime Electronics.........................69
Measure DTV
S22
Quest Electronics................101,111
Radiometrix....................................6
RCS Radio.................................109
Stepper motors: 200 oz in $89.00, 330 oz in $110.00
Digital verniers: 150mm $55.00, 200mm $65.00
59 Gilmore Crescent
(02) 6281 5660
Garran ACT 2605
0412269707
RF Modules................................101
FOXTEL
APPROVED
RF Probes....................................97
SC Perf Elect. For Cars................98
Silicon Chip Binders................87,89
McIntosh, Goodmans, Wharfedale,
Tannoy, radio and wireless. Collector/
Hobbyist will pay cash. (02) 9440 1267.
johnmurt<at>highprofile.com.au
WANTED: ONE OR MORE light dependent resistors type RPY20. Advise price
and availability to 08 8339 2330.
FERGUSON OPM7A ULTRALINEAR
VALVE PUSH-PULL AUDIO OUTPUT
TRANSFORMER: one only required,
must be in full working condition (no
opens or shorts), will pay up to $100.
Contact Rod on (0400) 945 152, 08301700 Eastern Summer Time, Mondays
to Fridays.
siliconchip.com.au
Silicon Chip Bookshop........112,IBC
Silicon Chip Subscriptions...........48
42 Brunel Rd Seaford VIC 3198
Tel (03) 9776 9222 Fax (03) 9776 9766
web:www.laceys.tv e-mail:info<at>laceys.tv
branches: Sydney Ulverstone Woolgoolga
Silvertone Electronics................110
Siomar Batteries..........................35
Speakerbits................................110
Taig Machinery...........................111
KIT ASSEMBLY
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
Telelink.......................................101
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PC Boards
Printed circuit boards for SILICON
CHIP projects are made by:
RCS Radio Pty Ltd. Phone (02) 9738
0330. Fax (02) 9738 0334.
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