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Contents
Vol.19, No.9; September 2006
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Features
22 Thomas Alva Edison – Genius; Pt.1
The fascinating story of an inventive genius – by Kevin Poulter
34 Transferring Your LPs to CDs & MP3s
Transfer your old LPs and 78s to CD or MP3 format and get rid of clicks, pops
& surface noise in the process – by John Clarke
46 “Wachit” – It Turns A VCR Into A Security Recorder
Connect this video motion detector between a camera and a VCR for all sorts
of security & monitoring applications – by Murray Downes
Turn an Old Xbox Into A $200
Multimedia Player – Page 9.
Pro jects To Build
9 Turn an Old Xbox Into A $200 Multimedia Player
Secondhand Xboxes can be bought for as little as $100. Here’s how to turn one
into a multimedia player using a “mod chip” and free software – by Julian Edgar
40 PICAXE Net Server, Pt.1
Control your next electronics project from virtually anywhere on the planet
using this tiny web server – by Clive Seager
66 The Galactic Voice
Build this “voice bender” for instant rapport with all those alien beings that
you’re likely to meet in the far reaches of the universe – by John Clarke
74 Aquarium Temperature Alarm
Don’t let your tropical fish freeze or fry to death. This programmable circuit
warns of out-of-range temperature conditions – by Peter Smith
PICAXE Net Server, Pt.1
– Page 40.
84 S-Video To Composite Video Converter
Got a video standards mismatch problem? This do-it-yourself S-video to
composite video converter outperforms the bargain-store units – by Jim Rowe
Special Columns
48 Serviceman’s Log
Warranty claims: true lies and confessions – by the TV Serviceman
90 Circuit Notebook
(1) Improved Delay Circuit For Power Windows; (2) Protected 12V Automotive
Supply; (3) Reliable 4-Channel RF Switch; (4) Expandable 2-Digit LED
Counter; (5) Cheap, Reliable LED Torch
Aquarium Temperature
Alarm – Page 74.
94 Salvage It!
The good bits in old receivers – by Julian Edgar
98 Vintage Radio
The Admiral 5BW mantel receiver – by Rodney Champness
Departments
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Publisher’s Letter
Mailbag
Order Form
Product Showcase
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Book Review
Ask Silicon Chip
Notes & Errata
Market Centre
S-Video To Composite Video
Converter – Page 84.
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