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Free PCBs for registering your project with kitnic.it - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: kasbah
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 25, 2016, 05:02:14 pm
content: Kitnic.itis an electronics project sharing site that lets people easily buy the required parts to replicate projects.We are still giving away free PCB manufacturing with Dangerous Prototypes for new registrations. Seeinstructions on GitHub. Current status: 2/20 vouchers left.
Event: Melbourne - Dick Smith Funway - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 22, 2016, 12:41:36 pm
content: From Karl Von Moller of the doco fame, if you used the Dick Smith Funway kits way back Karl would like to interview you at the local hacker space.QuoteIf you can't make it and you'd like to contribute thenQuote

author: geekscape
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: September 24, 2016, 01:51:30 am
content: There is a meet-up page for this event ...http://www.meetup.com/Connected-Community-HackerSpace-Melbourne/events/234362676There is a good article on the "Fun way into electronics" series here ...http://goughlui.com/2014/11/09/tech-flashback-dick-smiths-fun-way-into-electronics-vol-1

author: mrpackethead
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 24, 2016, 03:33:32 am
content: My father got us the funway books.. 1,2,&3..We even made our own number1 board rather than buying the kit, dad made them out of some wood, and got the screws etc.. We moved onto book 2. ( remember the organ and the Fm bug.. )Book3, had a fx processor if i remember correctly..

author: vk3yedotcom
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 08, 2016, 08:37:25 pm
content: Sorry to miss this event.However Fun Way may be reborn. The NEW Fun Way website is under construction but looks promising.Have a poke aroundhttp://www.funwayelectronics.com/
Burning Amp 2016 is on Oct 13 in San Francisco - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: linux-works
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 27, 2016, 02:55:45 pm
content: http://www.burningamp.org/schedule/for those that like DIY audio, this years event is coming up soon!ob disc: I'm giving a follow-on talk this year on the arduino project I've been working on the last year (more remote control stuff).if you are in the bay area during that weekend (nov 13, 2016), do consider coming down to see some of the designs and builds in the 'demo hall' and the various talks that will be given.http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/clubs-events/289409-burning-amp-2016-a.htmlhttp://www.burningamp.org/http://www.burningamp.org/schedule/thanks,/bryan(corrected date: its november, not october)

author: bitseeker
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 27, 2016, 05:56:02 pm
content: Thanks, Bryan.One correction: November (instead of Oct) 13, 2016.
Instructibles Circuit Contest 2016  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: akos_nemeth
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: September 29, 2016, 02:42:12 pm
content: Hi All,Instructibles has just started a new contest sponsored by Autodesk Circuits:Any new project that involves circuitry is eligible and there is a special judges’ prize for the best project that uses any of the three Autodesk Circuits simulators (Breadboard, Arduino, or PCB).Prizes are provided by Autodesk Circuits and there’s a lot of awesome stuff on the line! Enter to win a 3DR Solo Drone with GoPro Hero4 Silver, Sparkfun Inventor’s Kit, Littlebits Synth Kit, Arduino kits, and lots more. We hope this theme sparks some fun ideas!Care to embed your Autodesk Circuit designs in your Instructable? Click the “Share & Embed” button on the read-only detail page, copy the code, and paste it right into your Instructable. That’s all!Create a new Instructable that fits the guidelines outlined in the contest description above. To be eligible, Instructables must be published between Sep 26, 2016 and Nov 21, 2016 (11:59pm PT)http://www.instructables.com/contest/circuits2016/Regards,Ákos

author: StuUK
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 29, 2016, 03:30:41 pm
content: they might want to fix the links on their landing page.......
Atollic TrueSTUDIO PRO 5 perpetual licenses giveaway: last hours to sign up - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ElektroQuark
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 30, 2016, 10:13:51 am
content: Atollic will be giving 5 TrueSTUDIO PRO perpetual licenses.The signing process ends today.You can sign upHERE(if you use this link my participation chances increases. Thank you).
Redditch UK : FPGA, Embeded Linux and RF workshops  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 27, 2016, 10:09:59 am
content: https://www.sssltd.com/seminars/Designing with Microsemi FPGA’s WorkshopThursday 29 September 2016RF & M2M WorkshopWednesday 02 November 2016Linux Yocto on Digi ConnectCore iMX6 JumpStart Kit WorkshopThursday 03 November 2016FPGAs for Beginners’ SeminarTuesday 29 November 2016
Radioshack CEO on Ask An Engineer - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 16, 2016, 11:14:47 pm
content: You can ask questions in this thread and Phil and Limor will check them out:https://blog.adafruit.com/2016/08/15/ask-an-engineer-adafruit-adafruit-with-radioshack-ceo-chairman-8pm-et-8152016/

author: KE5FX
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 17, 2016, 12:44:33 am
content: "Can I have your stuff?"

author: ruthsarian
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 17, 2016, 01:23:39 am
content: My local Radio Shack is closing at the end of the month. No idea where I'll go when I blow a capacitor in a poorly wired project on a Tuesday evening now.I see value in brick and motar electronics shops, but I wonder if enough people do to make it profitable. My question is: is there a future in brick and motar electronics shops and is there anything we consumers could do to better support them?

author: CM800
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 19, 2016, 08:52:14 am
content: Quote from: wilfred on August 17, 2016, 01:44:29 amI think the only way we could really have easily accessable components is if we have some kind of hobbiest superstore that companies also benifit from.One store that has:-Arts & Craft Metal, Plastic and Wood / craft books-Chemistry glassware and chemicals / chemistry books-Electronics Components / Books-Hackerspace built in? (Throw a corner in with a lathe, mill, 3d printer, reflow oven, chemistry bench, welder etc.)-Operates a webshop-Lectures / Sessions on various topics.

author: CJay
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 13, 2016, 07:17:34 am
content: Quote from: CM800 on August 19, 2016, 08:52:14 amDisagree, you're pretty much describing a hackerspace.Really sad to say I think brick and mortar component shops are dead, we're just seeing the final twitches from the nervous systemI wish it wasn't so, I used to have three independant component shops and a Tandy in my local town centre when I was a kid, now I don't even knwo if there's an independant bricks and mortar components shop left in the UK.Arduino, Pi and all are an excellent 'in' for electronics but code is not a substitute for good engineering skills at a hardware level.

author: jonovid
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 13, 2016, 07:51:11 am
content: QuoteRat Shack as Tandy Died long time ago ,here in Oz jaycar survived by moreconsumerready-made electronics, but u pay big-time 4 the convenience, as bricks-&-mortar is very poor value for money IMO, use on-line if u can

author: KE5FX
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2016, 11:26:55 pm
content: Quote from: CJay on September 13, 2016, 07:17:34 amDo hackerspaces sell all that stuff?!Please tell me the answer is "No." I still need to buy groceries this month.
Sydney lecture - Renewable energy (mostly solar) and RFI issues. - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: a4x4kiwi
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 16, 2016, 01:01:37 am
content: Manly Warringah Radio Society.http://www.mwrs.org.au/contact-info/The lecture tomorrow (Wed 17/8/16- 7.30pm for 8pm start) will be given by Graham Town. We invited him to talk on renewable energy (mostly solar) and RFI issues this generation produces.... The idea for this talk came from the April QST article "Can Home Solar Power and Ham Radio Coexist?"More background at:https://web.science.mq.edu.au/directory/listing/person.htm?id=gtown

author: T3sl4co1l
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 16, 2016, 08:40:06 am
content: Oh god... I just debugged a 3rd party customer's design that's making 10V spikes in the VHF band. And they literally don't give a shit, they don't have to meet any EMC standard period (at least, that's what they said).Also, that's a pretty damned Australian name, "Manly Warringah"...Tim

author: Brumby
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 16, 2016, 10:04:45 am
content: Quote from: T3sl4co1l on August 16, 2016, 08:40:06 amIt's a locality that covers the adjacent shires of Manly and Warringah.Manly was named by Captain Arthur Phillip for the indigenous people living there, stating that "their confidence and manly behaviour made me give the name of Manly Cove to this place".https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manly,_New_South_WalesThe name ‘Warringah’ was taken from the Aboriginal word for Middle Harbour.http://www.warringah.nsw.gov.au/library/northern-beaches-historySo - as a mix, I guess it does present as typically Australian.
Hardware based Capture the Flag (CTF) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ScottyAU
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 15, 2016, 10:24:04 am
content: Hi all,Thought some here might be interested in this:https://www.riscure.com/challenge/There is a flag you need to find from a linux binary for entry - which will result in your name going on the list to get a programmed arduino nano in November in preparation for the CTF.Have a read of the write up of last years -https://github.com/Riscure/RHme-2015/blob/master/solutions/winners%20solutions/STARE%20%40%20Cisco%20SPVSS/writeup.mdLot of different ways to approach the problem:https://github.com/Riscure/RHme-2015/blob/master/solutions/Riscure%20solution/Solution%20path%20diagram.pngCheers,Scotty
Manly - Warringah Radio Society (Ham) - Sydney - Test gear competition.  29/6/16 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: a4x4kiwi
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 08, 2016, 12:18:27 pm
content: At the MWRS, when there is a 5th wednesday in the month, we have a competition / show and tell.Wednesday the 29th June 2016 is a Testing Gear Show & Tell evening! Same format, however homebrew gears get double the votes!We are looking for any gear/tools used to test radio, feedlines, aerials, power supplies, etc. We are looking for hi-tech, low tech, originality and outside the box thinking!Voting will be via the usual gold or other coins donation to the club.Get ready for it!See the web page for location and club details.http://www.mwrs.org.au/Mal (C5 and Segway guy)

author: a4x4kiwi
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 21, 2016, 03:12:30 am
content: Just a reminder for all you Sydney siders..Wednesday the 29th June 2016 is a Testing Gear Show & Tell evening! Same format as usual, however homebrew gears get double the votes!We are looking for any gears/tools used to test radios, feedlines, aerials, power supplies or other testing apparatus of interest. We are looking for hi-tech, low tech, originality and outside the box thinking!Voting will be via the usual gold or other coins donation to the club.
[Germany] Brother HMD Contest - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ChristopherN
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 14, 2016, 07:31:57 pm
content: Hi,this contest seems to be interesting:http://www.brother.de/landingpages/airscouter-wettbewerbNice to see that it's aimed at professional entries and that you need a real prototype to enter. Any ideas?Christopher
Redditch, UK : Free workshop Linux Yocto on Digi Connectcore iMX6 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 28, 2016, 09:15:16 am
content: http://www.sssltd.com/seminars/linux-yocto-on-digi-connectcore-imx6-jumpstart-kit-workshop-1.html?ct=t%28Launching_Solid_States_Supplies_Free_May4_27_2016%29
Electronics show in Toronto April 21 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Bud
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 20, 2016, 01:16:36 am
content: Electronic products and technology show this coming Thursday in Markham.http://www.ept.ca/eptech/dates-locations/

author: Bud
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 22, 2016, 03:02:57 am
content: A few pics from the show.Some of R&S big ass equipment (they call them handheld devices but those suckers are HUGE), a little cute HMO1202, a big ass Tek, and a nice R&S 4-channel power supply.

author: Bud
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 22, 2016, 03:07:57 am
content: A very nice magnifier LED lamp with optical glass, a smaller inspection microscope and a monster one (you do not want to know the price)
EasyEDA $50 coupons giveaway - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: voltlog
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 10, 2016, 06:40:59 am
content: Hi,In my latest video Voltlog #58 I am reviewing the cloud based EDA tool called EasyEDA. The video is sponsored by EasyEDA and they are offering me five $50 coupons that I will be giving away to 5 lucky winners drawn using random.org. The coupons can be used to order PCBs from their service.The video is a combination of review and tutorial and I hope you'll find it interesting. Information about how to enter the contest towards the end of the video. I will appreciate any feedback on the video, things I could improve or on the actual product being reviewed. Thanks!

author: bitseeker
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 10, 2016, 05:21:13 pm
content: Enjoyed the vid. Good tour of how the tool operates. The only thing that was odd was the way the screen capture broke up when you scrolled. So, it'd be good to find a solution for that.Meanwhile, I'm going to check out some of your other videos. Keep up the good work.

author: voltlog
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 11, 2016, 07:47:01 am
content: Quote from: bitseeker on August 10, 2016, 05:21:13 pmIn the original capture the issue is not present so it was caused by my video editing software (Adobe Premiere). It might be because I used the usual 60fps template project but this time the input being a screen capture it was only 30fps. I will look into this on future videos. Thank you!

author: station240
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 16, 2016, 12:08:57 am
content: Contest result videoNaturally I didn't win, as per usual.Still at least this one was possible to enter.

author: voltlog
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 16, 2016, 07:18:03 am
content: Sorry you didn't win. I hope to do more contests like these in the future

author: bitseeker
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 16, 2016, 06:00:20 pm
content: I've been having fun watching your earlier vids. Looking forward to seeing the teardown of your Zhaoxin power supply.

author: ebclr
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 25, 2016, 09:44:09 am
content: I like the speed, this software is fast
Buck Regulator Olympics, sponsored by OSHpark - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Christe4nM
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 09, 2016, 02:09:54 pm
content: I just came across this design challenge the other day, thanks to a tweet from OSHpark:https://www.reddit.com/r/diyelectronics/comments/4a89bu/topic_advanced_buck_regulator_olympics/This one runs for two months with April 30th as deadline. So you're a bit tight on time if you still want to participate.From what I understand they regularly (monthly?) run a beginner's and advanced design challenge
UK : Nvidia test equipment auction 19th April 2016 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: SKPang
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 12, 2016, 08:03:29 am
content: Another auction.http://bit.ly/1Wp1Qs9

author: razberik
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2016, 01:22:24 pm
content: Do they sell to private purchasers ? I dont have a company. Any experiences with buying as a private person within EU ? Thank you
Wearable Tech show, East London UK Mar 15-16 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 05, 2016, 11:14:29 am
content: http://www.wearabletechnologyshow.net/homeFree trade tix available until the end of the weekend (just make up some company details if necessary!)http://www.wearabletechnologyshow.net/Register-new

author: kaz911
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 05, 2016, 11:28:01 am
content: CoolI'll be there despite the 1 1/2 hour trek from TW9 to get there.
Vote for David K. in Keysight's Video Contest - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Skedgy Sky
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: April 06, 2016, 01:46:43 pm
content: Long time viewer of the EEVBlog here. Dave has made many fantastic videos which I've learned from over the years. I am very grateful for resources such as himself on the internet.I am a pretty soft spoken robotics engineer in training. In other words, I'm a student and on the side (or should I say, almost full time!) I'm a robotics enthusiast. I dedicate most days to experimenting, designing, creating, and building all sorts of wild electronic and mechanical things!It has been great to see all the support that I've been getting from all those who know me. I've worked very hard in putting this video together and have probably spent even more time spreading the word. I'm very grateful for all the positive feedback I've received so far.I have many tools at my disposal through my workplace and university, But as a student, I'm not able to afford the highest grade equipment. I see this as an opportunity to get my hands on a great scope that I will be able to use for many years to come to take my knowledge and my career in robotics engineering to the next level!I've oriented my video to cater to the general audience. Not too technical and add a bit of humor. This was all after finding out the public would be voting on it.Many who I know personally have gotten a laugh out of the video, and I hope you will too!So now, no matter who does win in the end.. I hope everyone has a great time cheering on their favorite contestant!Please support me by voting for David K. Thank you!P.S. Please feel free to leave a comment on what you thought of my entry (or anything else, for that metter).No oscilloscopes were harmed in the making of the video!http://www.keysight.com/main/editorial.jspx?cc=US&lc=eng&ckey=2677452&nid=-32546.0.00&id=2677452

author: Keysight DanielBogdanoff
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 06, 2016, 10:43:00 pm
content: We all had a good laugh watching your video! Best of luck!
Ulitem / Asy Fan Cap Contest? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Asmyldof
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: May 22, 2015, 01:05:09 am
content: Heyas!I was wondering if there's people skulking around here that would like to do a little puzzle or contest thingy to win a Fan Cap construction kit with free shipping.The Cap was recently sent by me to Dave and was featured in the #745 Mailbag section.It will be a "first 3 or 4 to...." kind of thing. Since I'm a freelancer, not a huge corp with mega profits a total maximum of €100,- in shipping costs seems like an acceptable limit and I don't want to exclude major parts of the world.I haven't really figured out the puzzle part yet, since I'm an every puzzle is awesome kind of person I tend to over think them a little, so I need to be careful. My last mystery contest was for people to decode at least one of the Morse messages on a specifically programmed business card, but that was way too niche.Anyway, willing to put the time in making a little puzzle type thing if there's people interested. Choice will be offered for a pre-punched cap, or a find your own punch tool kind of thing. The punch tools are quite ... weighty, after all.Smashing a couple of holes into a few caps is routine for me now, with sending out demo's to local event planners and schools.
Time for a new contest, Dave ? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Flump
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 08:15:48 pm
content: Dave how about some fun contests where EEVblog members can win any old random crap you have laying aroundlike whiteboard markers or an AA battery etc ?

author: TVman
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 03, 2014, 08:18:03 pm
content: That would be A great idea......

author: Skimask
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 03, 2014, 10:54:06 pm
content: And the winner gets to pay for shipping from AU!What a GREAT idea!

author: han
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 03, 2014, 11:56:44 pm
content: Maybe if thepriceprize is the stuff that he didn't use anymore.And the price is significant but not significant enough to go to the Ebay..So the contest will help him to get rid of unwanted stufffor example, bunch of dev board, which maybe he will not use and essentially have no value on ebay..Or some cheap T&M after teardown, like $50 DMM that dave only want to smash with hammer..

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: May 04, 2014, 12:24:57 am
content: A major manufacturer has just promised me some gear for a giveaway, so might see something on that soon. I don't think its big, a giveaway is giveaway. Plus yeah, I have some extra stuff I should giveaway.

author: Flump
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 04, 2014, 10:13:40 pm
content: skimask - I realise not everyone is able or willing to pay the shipping but a lot of us would be too

author: electrolux
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: May 08, 2014, 04:30:55 pm
content: Quote from: EEVblog on May 04, 2014, 12:24:57 amany idea when and who?

author: kolonelkadat
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 09, 2014, 04:04:21 am
content: Quote from: electrolux on May 08, 2014, 04:30:55 pmlol my guess is farnell/element14 giving dave the see&speak ben heck made on tbhs.

author: nuno
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 09, 2014, 11:35:14 am
content: Quote from: EEVblogDon't forget to sign it

author: M0BSW
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 16, 2014, 03:20:32 pm
content: I guess the Australian members may live in fear, The prize may be cleaning up your lab

author: XOIIO
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 23, 2014, 01:21:11 am
content: oooh, a whiteboard marker

author: T3sl4co1l
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 23, 2014, 03:34:14 am
content: Quote from: XOIIO on July 23, 2014, 01:21:11 amSniffffff, still got that Dave Jones smell on the outside!

author: XOIIO
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 23, 2014, 03:53:14 am
content: Quote from: T3sl4co1l on July 23, 2014, 03:34:14 amGotta love the smell of an old aussie!

author: SeanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 23, 2014, 06:43:38 pm
content: A real Bobby Dazzler that one!
Instructables and Arduino Contest - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 10, 2014, 09:04:44 pm
content: instructables.com and eevblog sponsor Freetronics have partnered to create a new Arduino project competition. Simply submit your project before 11:59pm USA Pacific time, May 5, 2014 for a chance to win some great prizes. For more information and to enter, please visit:http://www.instructables.com/contest/FreetronicsArduino

author: Bored@Work
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 10, 2014, 10:13:40 pm
content: Contest rules contain a lot of legalize and restrictions, and hidden inside that mess is this gem:QuoteI.e. if you don't pull that mysterious Declaration and Release out of their ass in advance they will surprise you with a fun form and a threat "Sign this, or you won't receive your prize" later.
SchmartBoard Giveaway! - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: MrAureliusR
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 02, 2014, 02:59:47 am
content: Hey guys -- normally I wouldn't take advantage of this amazing forum for shameless self-promotion, but I've been lucky enough to have SchmartBoard offer to give away stuff to five viewers of my video blog!I just need to make sure that I'll have enough participation so that I can actually give away all five.. it would be sad if only 4 people entered or something. I will post the rest of the details here soon, but in the meantime the video with preliminary details is over at my website. Also, at YouTube:http://youtu.be/B-FupJmLviAThanks, and I hope you check me out!PS Here's the link to the live stream where I'll be (probably) either doing the trivia challenge to win, or announcing the winners if I do the entries in a different way! This live stream starts at 5pm Eastern on Valentine's Day!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmOZ121jSDY#ws

author: MrAureliusR
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 18, 2014, 03:47:30 pm
content: Here's the video on how to enter. The draw is this Friday so get your entries in!
Free Microsemi FPGA for Beginners seminar, Reddich UK Feb 25th  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 01, 2016, 04:26:58 pm
content: http://www.sssltd.com/seminars/fpgas-for-beginners-seminar-25-02-2016.html
[Au/NZ] Jaycar Arduino competition - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 01, 2014, 04:40:41 am
content: Submit a project for a chance to win a $100 gift card.http://email.jaycar.com.au/t/r-B816FA6C526D29872540EF23F30FEDED
TI Sensing Design Challenge 2013 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: JohnS_AZ
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 23, 2013, 10:15:47 pm
content: I've entered.http://www.edn.com/Contest/ti-challenge

author: JohnS_AZ
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 23, 2013, 10:21:19 pm
content: Sorry, should have included ..."The Contest is open to any natural person who is a legal resident of the 50 United States, including the District of Columbia (excluding Puerto Rico) and Canada (excluding Quebec)"

author: Stonent
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 24, 2013, 01:15:58 am
content: Quote from: JohnS_AZ on September 23, 2013, 10:21:19 pmNon-English speakers need not apply ?

author: JonnyBoats
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 25, 2013, 03:29:12 am
content: I entered as well.I already have two of the evaluation modules and have been playing with them. There seem to be thousands of possible uses for this chip.We at a minimum I guess we will get a $10 Amazon credit for entering ;-)

author: pickle9000
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 25, 2013, 04:02:35 am
content: Quote from: Stonent on September 24, 2013, 01:15:58 amQuebec has some severe contest requirements that many companies choose not to get involved with, that includes those in Canada.

author: bitwelder
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 27, 2013, 05:06:22 pm
content: Quote from: Stonent on September 24, 2013, 01:15:58 amSame for unnatural persons...

author: Bored@Work
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 27, 2013, 06:10:31 pm
content: Quote from: bitwelder on September 27, 2013, 05:06:22 pmYes, vampires need not apply.

author: Orpheus
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 30, 2013, 11:23:57 pm
content: Quote from: Bored@Work on September 27, 2013, 06:10:31 pmI'm just glad we aren't allowing androids this year. Damn built-in pick&place units. They've been so uppity since they got ballscrews and microsteppers.

author: JohnS_AZ
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 02, 2013, 03:55:00 pm
content: hehe ... I had to look it up ..."Natural Person" is legal-speak for NOT a company, corporation, or organization.

author: Kryoclasm
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: October 06, 2013, 08:17:08 pm
content: I just entered my idea.I might have just buried myself due to the complexity of the key concept, but I'm sure I'll learn a lot too.I figured more folks from the EEVblog community would have a stab at this contest, or they just haven't posted about it.

author: jp430bb
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: October 09, 2013, 03:08:14 am
content: The app note TI is working on to help with designing coils to use with LDC1000 should be helpful.I'd like to try setting up a simulation in the Elmer finite element package to try out different coil and target combinations. Someday....

author: Kryoclasm
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 19, 2013, 09:17:19 pm
content: just found out that my idea was accepted into round two.
KF5OBS free Giveaway - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: BalticLab
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2013, 11:38:10 pm
content: Hey guys and girls, I have a few things up for grabs in my YouTube channelUp for grabs are the following 3 give-aways:Ti TMS320VC5505 eZdsp USBtickAltera Cyclone II FPGA Starter Development KitAnalog Devices BF592 EZLite kitTo participate, you must subscribe to my YouTube channel, like this video, comment under this video and send an eMail to giveaway@kf5obs.com stating your name and that you would like to participate.If you want to double your chances, just make this giveaway known through a social media site of your choice. Make sure you submit proof (e.g. screenshot or link) to me via eMail.Good luck to you!
Electronics Opportunities in Seoul Korea? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Jon Chandler
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2013, 04:15:37 am
content: I may have the opportunity to travel to Seoul Korea in the near future. While continuing on to Shenzeng or Hong Kong might be possible, it turns out it's not much closer from Seoul than Seattle.I've seen videos of the awesome electronics shopping in Shenzeng. Does anybody know if anything similar is available in Seoul? Any recommendations of specific places to go?

author: elCap
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2013, 04:31:52 am
content: In Seoul the electronic market is around the Yongsan station. But I haven't been there in a while, and I don't know how it compares to Shenzen. I think the electronics components shops are normally located on bottom floors.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yongsan_Electronics_Market
Two contests - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: July 09, 2013, 04:59:21 am
content: I've got two contests running at the moment - they're very simple to enter and you could win an RGB LED cube kit, or an ATmega32A prototyping board kit. Details are in the following articles:http://tronixstuff.wordpress.com/2013/06/11/kit-review-the-freetronics-cube4-rgb-led-cube/- finishedhttp://tronixstuff.wordpress.com/2013/06/19/kit-review-protostack-atmega32-development-kit/- finished

author: ben_r_
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 30, 2013, 12:48:56 am
content: Are the contests over now?

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: July 30, 2013, 12:52:59 am
content: Quote from: ben_r_ on July 30, 2013, 12:48:56 amThe Cube contest finished today, you might make the second one. Details are in the posts linked above.

author: ben_r_
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 30, 2013, 12:54:49 am
content: Quote from: tronixstuff on July 30, 2013, 12:52:59 amOkay cool, I take a closer look as I must have missed it the first time through. I would love to have one of those cubes! Great idea!
Questions/Discussion for the Fluke CNX Contest/Giveaway - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: helloworld922
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 11, 2013, 08:09:05 pm
content: Well, rather than flood the contest thread with questions and contest-related discussion I thought I'd create a separate thread.My main outstanding remarks:1. Not asking you to lie on any customs/tax forms, but it would be nice to know what the actual declared value will be before-hand.2. Is what you're planning to give away thisCNX v3000 AC Voltage Kit? It looks like it contains what you described, just wanted to check.

author: RobB
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 12, 2013, 06:44:49 pm
content: Let's hope Dave declares the US price. Trust me you would not like the price gouging here in Aus. for Fluke gear.BTW anyone know if amazon or the like will sell Fluke stuff overseas ?CheersRob

author: SeanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 12, 2013, 07:23:28 pm
content: Yes and no, depending on the stuff and where it is going.

author: grumpydoc
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 12, 2013, 07:36:14 pm
content: Ideally, of course, it would be declared as a prize. Commercial isn't really correct since the recipient won't be paying for it but I'm not sure that gift is closer.

author: RCMR
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 13, 2013, 01:16:36 am
content: I don't know about your country but here, the status "gift" means nothing.Regardless of whether it's declared as a "gift", the requisite taxes and fees will be applied based on the declared value.Perhaps other countries are different but I don't think they even use this part of the declaration for statistical purposes -- maybe it's just to make the recipient feel good ;-)

author: grumpydoc
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 13, 2013, 08:13:35 am
content: QuoteIn the UK it raises the threshold for import VAT from £15 to £36 so it makes a difference if the value is between these limits. Over £36 and the import taxes and duties are the same, gift or not.

author: kfitch42
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 13, 2013, 06:53:58 pm
content: Page 31 is "stuck."I was skimming around to see if there was any interesting "equally unimportant text" ... and whenever I click on page 31, the browser just sits there. Page 30 and 32 load quite snappily.

author: Teemo
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 23, 2013, 10:33:42 am
content: The price or value on the declaration is really only nessesary for postage insurance to determine the value in case the item goes missing.In practice it is wise to mark some value for the customs also, because they may not believe the possibility of someone really sending gift to other person, especially in case of the relatively big box. Even if this is really a gift. So technically it is wise to lie the price higher in the customs form. Of cource not to too high(too high encourages exessive taxing).
Australia joins European Song Contest (ESC) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: nixxon
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 23, 2015, 07:07:46 pm
content: The contest starts right now, as I write. The show is in Vienna, Austria, not Australia. Australia, not Austria, is even participating this year, with "Guy Sebastian - Tonight Again"... Good luck Australia! Norway wins, of course, with "A Monster Like Me"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australia_in_the_Eurovision_Song_Contest

author: donotdespisethesnake
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 23, 2015, 08:08:39 pm
content: I predict Australia to win!

author: KJDS
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 23, 2015, 08:19:06 pm
content: For Great Britain, nul points

author: KJDS
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 24, 2015, 09:35:07 am
content: Quote from: KJDS on May 23, 2015, 08:19:06 pmI was wrong, which doesn't happen often, we managed five points. Sweden won with 365

author: Muttley Snickers
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: May 24, 2015, 10:05:55 am
content: Did I miss something,When did the continents join back up, I need to get outside more often.Muttley

author: wagon
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 24, 2015, 11:55:04 am
content: But Guy Sebastian? Really? Was that the best choice?

author: Mechanical Menace
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 26, 2015, 03:21:11 pm
content: Quote from: wagon on May 24, 2015, 11:55:04 amThe best way to lose the ESC is to have a decent entry. If he's really that bad you're in with a chance. As long as you've submitted the minimum bribe as wellEDIT: Oh dear should read more than the first and last post before responding. Maybe noticing dates would help as well.
Attn NZ and AUS residents - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: MrAureliusR
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 25, 2013, 06:50:54 am
content: Another element14 RoadTest that may be of interest to those living 'down under'...http://www.element14.com/community/roadTests/1226The bundle includes:Raspberry Pi Model B4 GB Class 4 SD card with Raspbmc software preloaded3 metre Ethernet cable1 metre HDMI cableMini wireless keyboard with integrated mouse padPower PlugUSB CableFor the purposes of this RoadTest Challenge, we have also included the PiFace Control & Display which gives you even more convenient access to your Pi's functions.The ChallengeApplicants for this RoadTest Challenge should describe how they will use these products to create a home entertainment system to be used for a festive occasion, perhaps a New Year's Party. In addition to a standard RoadTest review of the Raspberry Pi Media Centre Bundle, the finalists will be required to also provide:A blog post in the Raspberry Pi area of element14, describing their proposed home entertainment system and its functionalityA brief video, between 5 and 10 minutes in length, also to be uploaded onto Raspberry Pi community, which will show the system in action.The RoadTester who provides the best combination of these elements by January 13, 2014, will receive a Grand Prize.

author: Harvs
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 26, 2013, 05:13:26 am
content: Quote from: MrAureliusR on November 25, 2013, 06:50:54 amUnless you were going to do this anyway, it's starting to sound like a fair bit of work just to get a RPi and a few cables.

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 01, 2014, 04:38:52 am
content: Quote from: Harvs on November 26, 2013, 05:13:26 amit's a cheap way for element14 to get content.

author: GeoffS
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 01, 2014, 04:50:55 am
content: Prize is actually a $200 voucher for Element14 stuff.A pity it's limited to something media centre based or I'd enter my RPI weather cameraNot a visually exciting project though as it's just a metal box screwed to the side of the shed. Not sure I could make a video last 5 minutes on the subject.View isn't too bad.http://port-huon.com.au/weather/webcam/weather.jpeg

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 01, 2014, 09:25:23 am
content: Quote from: tronixstuff on February 01, 2014, 04:38:52 amYep, that.

author: MrAureliusR
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 02, 2014, 03:03:06 am
content: Yeah, but it's also a cheap way for someone to get free stuff.
Open 7400 Competition - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 02, 2011, 02:27:03 pm
content: The people at Dangerous Prototypes are having a competition - "the open 7400 Logic Competition".http://dangerousprototypes.com/open-7400-logic-competition/Similar in spirit to the '555 Timer' competition.

author: Zero999
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 02, 2011, 03:52:55 pm
content: Can you even buy the original 7400 series nowadays?It's very expensive and is much cheaper to buy LS and HC variants.

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 02, 2011, 09:58:07 pm
content: Rules say you can use any discrete logic family, 7400, 4000 etc.

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 21, 2012, 06:24:24 am
content: Another year, another Open 7400 Competitionhttp://dangerousprototypes.com/open7400

author: TerminalJack505
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 21, 2012, 10:02:00 pm
content: Nice to see someone encouraging the continued use of these devices.It just takes so darn many of them to do anything particularly useful. At least as compared with what can be done with microcontrollers or CPLDs/FPGAs.
[Australia] Little Bird Electronics - "Free order Friday" - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 21, 2012, 06:25:49 am
content: LBE now have a promotion where one order is randomly selected from Friday orders and refunded - i.e. you win your money back.http://littlebirdelectronics.com/blogs/frontpage/6610297-competition-free-order-friday
Win a Tiny Gecko 32bit micro kit - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: May 08, 2012, 04:33:58 am
content: Energy Micro are offering up 10 Tiny Gecko kits (as seen in my videos) for the 10 best questions submitted to the Amp Hour for an interview with their CTO:http://www.theamphour.com/2012/05/06/get-your-questions-in-for-oyvind-janbu-the-cto-of-energy-micro/Hurry, the interview is TONIGHT at 9pm Sydney time!Dave.

author: Unknown
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: May 08, 2012, 07:28:46 am
content: Very good questions already. I'm looking forward to a 2 hours AmpHour.

author: TerminalJack505
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 12, 2012, 12:31:02 am
content: Apparently, bribing your listeners is a very effective way to get their participation!I think there were maybe two questions before the contest was announced.There were a couple dozen questions once the contest was announced. LOL.I had a question but I never heard from anyone so I guess it wasn't used.
First EN Channel Contest! - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: nick.sek
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 09, 2013, 09:16:05 pm
content: Hey Everybody,I just wanted to allow more people to be aware of my youtube channel’s first contest; the giving away of a Klein Wire Stripper Set, to be drawn at the end of March. I’m doing this in hopes expanding my channel, and as it continues to grow these contests will continue to become more frequent and offer bigger and better prizes.In order to be in the contest you must be a subscriber, and for additional ballots (up to a maximum of three) in the contest share my video (and send me a link of where you shared it at sekboy21@gmail.com).Best of Luck in the contest,Thanks for all the support!Nick
Agilent Contest - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: mzacharias
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 03, 2012, 09:14:48 pm
content: I received the following (shown here in part...) from Agilent about 30 hours ago...>Subject: Agilent Voice of Handheld User Contest (VOHU) Lucky Draw WinnerHi Mark,I am delighted to inform you that you are one of the lucky draw winners for Agilent Voice of Handheld User Contest. You have won ONE “Agilent U1253B Handheld Digital Multimeter, 4.5-digit, with Organic LED Display (OLED)” (Please click here or go towww.agilent.comfor more information about U1253B). Please acknowledge by replying to this email address as well as providing details below within 2 weeks from April 2, 2012. We will pass the prize down to next lucky winner if we don’t receive any email reply from you by April 16, 2012.>To those here who entered the contest, don't lose hope yet. I have confirmed with Agilent that I did indeed win a 1253B, though it may be 4 to 8 weeks to be delivered.Yahoo!Mark Z.
Win Agilent U1733C LCR Meter - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: logictom
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 13, 2011, 09:44:32 am
content: Enter your details and possibly win a Agilent U1733C LCR meter, it's a uk site but there's nothing in the T&Cs stating uk only. It's limited to the first 100 responses to get your socks onhttp://www.testandmeasurementshop.co.uk/info/LCR-prize-draw.cfm

author: Kiriakos-GR
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 13, 2011, 08:01:26 pm
content: Thanks mate for the tip.If it was about an ESR meter, there would be a killing about it ...

author: oPossum
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 14, 2011, 02:21:41 am
content: The U1733C does ESR measurement. It is a new feature of the C series LCR meters.

author: saturation
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 14, 2011, 01:42:23 pm
content: Conditions of the raffle:- By submitting your details you agree to these terms and conditions.- By submitting your details you agree to be contacted by Amplicon and receive marketingmaterial and other offers.- Entries will only be taken from October to November 2011.- Applications will be checked for validity and Amplicon reserves the right to reject anyregistration.- The draw is not open to Amplicon employees, Amplicon distributors or non-business emailaccounts.- Applicants who submit their details on Amplicon’s prize draw online form will be entered intoa free draw for an Agilent U1733C Handheld LCR Meter.- The prize draw has no cash equivalent.- Amplicon reserves the right to offer an alternative to the prize.- The prize draw winner will be selected at random and notified by the 15th December 2011.- The decision of Amplicon is final and no correspondence will be entered into.- The winner of the prize draw agree to fully participate in any publicity resulting from the winand to allow his/ her name and company name to be published by Amplicon.- Amplicon reserves the right at its sole discretion to disqualify any individual that corrupts oraffects the administration, security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of this competition.http://www.testandmeasurementshop.co.uk/docs/Agilent-promo-TC.pdf

author: Bored@Work
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 14, 2011, 04:27:16 pm
content: Quote from: saturation on October 14, 2011, 01:42:23 pmEither Amplicon has no clue how large companies are run, or they just want the mom and pop shops. Normal employees are not in a position to allow someone to use their employer's name in any way.

author: Rufus
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 14, 2011, 07:57:01 pm
content: They collect entrants for 2 months to go into their please spam me database but only the first 100 (which have probably already been collected) go into a draw to win one meter?On that basis I don't think I will bother.
NXP Contest - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 29, 2011, 01:47:48 pm
content: NXP are running a contest - upload a photo of your workbench (with the NXP logo somewhere visible), the "winning" workbench prize is a choice of a tablet computer from a range of models. More info here -http://www.nxp.com/campaigns/discretes-workbench/contest
tronixstuff.com competitions! - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 15, 2011, 12:36:51 pm
content: New competition coming soon ...

author: Unknown
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 15, 2011, 01:13:07 pm
content: You've done a great job John. I will make the effort to get some feedback to you.Take the time to look through the tronixstuff site people, it's a good beginner site and ideas site for those a little more advanced.

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 16, 2011, 12:36:56 am
content: Thanks Uncle Vernon. It's something I do for fun which has become quite a monster.

author: IanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 27, 2011, 06:16:05 am
content: Wow. That really looks like an impressive resource you have put together there at tronixstuff. I think I have many hours of reading ahead of me.

author: johnboxall
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 28, 2011, 04:47:11 am
content: Quote from: IanB on August 27, 2011, 06:16:05 amThanks Ian, writing for the site is a nice hobby and keeps me off the streets.