EEVblog Stand At Electronex 2014 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 05:12:33 am
content: Looks like I'll be getting another stand at the Electronex show this year (must have one left over, it's a freebie).So what should I have on it / do?And yes, those in Sydney will be able to drop by and say hi.Booth Internet may be limited this year unfortunately.

author: HP-ILnerd
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 06:44:27 am
content: If you have room, a section that was Interactive "Traps For Young Players" might be fun. Burden voltage, microphonic caps, etc.I'm sure you or this crew here could come up with a whole host of those that an audience could interact with. That wouldn't kill anyone.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 12:10:50 pm
content: How about your products? uCurrent? T-shirts? Some tore-down equipment spread out in parts?

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 12:16:28 pm
content: Quote from: nctnico on August 02, 2014, 12:10:50 pmYes, I'm almost out of uCurrent's so need to make another batch and will hopefully have them ready to sell at the show.Will need one of those PayPal POS terminal thingies I guess.Will probably do another run of uRulers as free swag, and another secret swag product...T-Shirt's are hard because of the different size requirements, and the risk of getting stuck with stock. But suppose I could always sell them on the store to oz customers?

author: HP-ILnerd
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 12:37:46 pm
content: I gather you don't have Square in Australia? Pity, those things are great!

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 12:50:57 pm
content: Quote from: HP-ILnerd on August 02, 2014, 12:37:46 pmNo idea, but PayPal have the same thing:http://www.paypal-here.com/au/en/paypal-here-card-reader

author: mswhin63
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 02:16:41 pm
content: I am considering the PayPal card reader, good on the monthly fee compared to other banks. Bit high on the commission though.

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 02:28:43 pm
content: Quote from: EEVblog on August 02, 2014, 12:16:28 pmIf setup fee for a card terminal turns out to be too much, could be worth checking if there's going to be an ATM in the hall so people could pay cash.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 03:16:48 pm
content: Dave just found a cash register in a dumpster so he is all setup for cash

author: SeanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 06:46:19 pm
content: I do not think the cash register survived the teardown though.... Cash though will work, and you often find that there are ATM units around at a show area, or here the banks are getting in on the portable card reader and offering their own solutions. If you are expecting a lot of card sales you likely will be able to find a vendor at the show who has a POS terminal and will run the transactions. That is getting common at the flea markets to do things as they often have to otherwise handle a lot of cash.Otherwise the banks do still have the backup for the credit card terminals, of using a mobile phone and using a book of self carboning paper to take a card impression and write down a reference code. You still have to process the data later at the bank, but it does have the ability that it handles lost/stolen cards, and earmarks on the account the transaction for later confirmation. You do have to actually check the signature on the card matches the signed receipt though, as that is the thing that will make the bank do a reversal if a transaction is queried.

author: snipersquad100
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 11:33:48 pm
content: Use BITCOIN and pay via your smart phone.

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 02, 2014, 11:52:41 pm
content: Quote from: mikeselectricstuff on August 02, 2014, 02:28:43 pmI've ordered a PayPal card unit, it's not expensive.SWMBO has agreed to work the stand! (subject to someone who can take care of Sagan)

author: SeanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 03, 2014, 06:00:28 am
content: Gran not available?

author: HP-ILnerd
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 03, 2014, 08:47:43 am
content: Quote from: EEVblog on August 02, 2014, 12:50:57 pmI just checked, and Square is only available in US/territories Canada and Japan right now. They are working on expanding.The upshot of Square is that the reader isfree, there arenomonthly fees and 2.75%flatper-transaction fee. I've used it quite a bit, and their claim of "no surprises" is so far completely true. The reader is teeny and plugs straight into your smartphone (free app).It's pretty much idiot proof to use, and the app can e-mail receipts to the buyer if they choose.Keep an eye peeled for when they get it in Australia!

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 03, 2014, 09:47:49 am
content: Quote from: HP-ILnerd on August 03, 2014, 08:47:43 amWhat I like about the PayPal one is that people can (supposedly) use their paypal account and don't have to swipe their card.No monthly fee, and as little as 1.95% fee per transaction.It can also email an invoice.And probably feels a bit more trustworthy than just some reader stuck into an app? (but that's what the PayPal one is of course, but wireless, and the PayPal brand is known and trusted)

author: HP-ILnerd
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 03, 2014, 10:36:55 am
content: Quote from: EEVblog on August 03, 2014, 09:47:49 amBeing able to use their PayPal accountisa nice feature.Otherwise, I guess it's a moot point since you can't even get one, but on that last point I must confess I'd never even heard of the PayPal reader until you mentioned it upthread. I certainly haven't see one. Has anyone else in the US seen one in the wild? Square advertises pretty aggressively here, and the first time I saw one in a commercial setting was at an Apple Store--they use it such the person helping you could cash you out right where you stood. I see them more and more often now. I heard Starbucks uses Square now.(edited to fix busted quote)

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 03, 2014, 10:55:13 am
content: Quote from: HP-ILnerd on August 03, 2014, 10:36:55 amWell, I just ordered one.They advertisised them some months back to Oz customers.

author: HP-ILnerd
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 03, 2014, 10:59:43 am
content: I meant the Square of course.

author: andtfoot
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 03, 2014, 11:09:46 am
content: What's the go with hobbyists and/or people in companies only partially related to electronics? Can we get in?

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 03, 2014, 11:19:58 am
content: Quote from: andtfoot on August 03, 2014, 11:09:46 amSure, just put down any company name that's all.

author: timonthegreat
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 04, 2014, 09:38:35 am
content: just curious, but is there any required age for entry, more specifically could a 14 y/o get in AKA me

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 04, 2014, 10:22:54 am
content: Quote from: timonthegreat on August 04, 2014, 09:38:35 amTrade shows often say no U16s, sometimes with an exception for prearranged students.Exhibitors often get guest invites to give out so may be worth emailing dave to put your name on the door.

author: Bukurat
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 05, 2014, 08:38:03 am
content: Quote from: EEVblog on August 03, 2014, 11:19:58 amSounds good, I have a spare company name I can use.

author: andtfoot
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 05, 2014, 05:03:17 pm
content: Quote from: EEVblog on August 03, 2014, 11:19:58 amSweeet. I've registered, now to make sure work gives me the time off...

author: timonthegreat
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 12, 2014, 08:29:08 am
content: Will the stand this year be bigger than altium's

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 12, 2014, 09:13:08 am
content: Quote from: timonthegreat on August 12, 2014, 08:29:08 amNot sure. I didn't pay, so I get the dregs

author: electrolux
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 12, 2014, 12:51:10 pm
content: It's impossible for me to go thereso make sure you do an episode about it.

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 12, 2014, 12:53:29 pm
content: How about a compilation video of punters trying to work out what you're selling.

author: Yago
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 12, 2014, 01:24:46 pm
content: Quote from: mikeselectricstuff on August 12, 2014, 12:53:29 pm... or of people shouting Dave's catchphrases at him, a la Victor Meldrew/Richard Wilson. :p

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 12, 2014, 01:25:05 pm
content: Quote from: mikeselectricstuff on August 12, 2014, 12:53:29 pmIt was hilarious last time when I tried to explain I wasn't selling a thing. Many thought I was selling Makerbots

author: KedasProbe
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 12, 2014, 01:25:39 pm
content: Quote from: mikeselectricstuff on August 12, 2014, 12:53:29 pmYou need university studies for that, let's keep it simple and do some electronics