PIC LAB-1
A beginners project using the PIC16F84A. Teaches the concept of
"building blocks" and programming with a
range of experiments, using input devices such as a microphone, coil, pot,
diode, photo-transistor and more.
This project includes
more than 25 Experiments.
Extra Pages
can be found
HERE.
PIC
LAB-2 using a PIC16F628
will be available later. It will be a extension of PIC LAB-1. You will
need both projects to cover the experiments.
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5x7
Display
Another beginners project using the PIC16F84A.
This
project uses 35 LEDs to produce a display that will show all sorts of
numbers, letters and animations.
It has over 30 experiments starting with displaying a LED, flashing a LED,
moving a LED, detecting a push button, turning on a column of LEDs, creating
numbers and letters, creating a running sign, creating a counter, a 2-digit
counter, a 5-digit counter, animations, a simple "Bulls Eye" game, "LED Dice" and experiments with sounds, tones,
tunes and siren sounds. A very comprehensive project to teach programming.
This project is
complete.
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PIC LICK-1 As the name implies, it beats anything the author has
seen. It's cheaper, faster and has more features. A module for a PIC16F84A
or PIC16F628 with 5
inputs and eight 1-amp outputs. Ideal for 100's of applications. And
the biggest advantage is you learn PIC Programming.
This project is
complete. |
PIC ROBOT-1
This is another module in the PIC series. It's designed for a robot. You
provide the wheeled vehicle and sensors, and this module provides the
electronics. It has two amplifiers for sonic sensors, two H-bridges to drive
motors and an infrared link for guidance.
This project is currently
being written. Watch it develop. |
ROBOT BEACON
This rotating beacon project can be used in a number of applications from
a robot rotating light, boat beacon, miniature railway display to a bike
flashing lamp. It uses a PIC12C508A and the project shows how to program
this amazing 8-pin chip as well as how to re-burn it
(with limitations).
This project is
complete |
ROBOT RADAR
Yet another module for a robot.
A 5x4 LED display
shows the presence of objects, walls etc. Two sonic transmitters are used
to collect data. The micro does the
interpretation. The animation shows an
object crossing in front of the robot. Two output lines
connect to the PIC ROBOT-1 module to control the movement of the robot, to
avoid obstacles etc as shown on the screen on the right.
This project is currently
being written. Watch it develop. |
3-Digit Display
A very handy module
using a PIC16F628 to drive 3-digits made with surface-mount LEDs. It can
be used as a counter, voltage readout or as a frequency display. Expand
your knowledge of programming a PIC16F628 with this project.
This project is currently
being written. Watch it develop. |
Tacho-1
A project for your car.
A analogue readout showing the RPM of your engine on an 8cm display made
with surface-mount LEDs. The display also has 2 digits showing the
temperature of the engine and inside the car.
This project is currently
being written. Watch it develop. |
Tic Tac Toe
Everyone knows Tic Tac Toe.
This project uses bi-coloured LEDs and shows how to create a program using
the PIC16F628 microcontroller. The result is a program with "artificial
Intelligence."
This project is
complete. |
Multi Chip Programmer
This simple programmer
will program PIC chips via a cable on the serial port of your computer.
You will need
IC-Prog software
and
MPASM.
This project is
complete. |
CAPACITANCE METER
Connects to your multimeter (0-10v scale).
Measures 1p to 10u.
This project is complete. |
COMBO-2
Tests transistors for gain and c, b, e
leads. Produces a signal for testing audio circuits.
This project is complete. |
CONTINUITY TESTER
Checks for shorts and open-circuits.
Faster than using a multimeter.
This project is complete. |
SQUARE WAVE OSCILLATOR
Output frequencies from 1Hz to
100kHz in six ranges.
This project is complete. |
METAL
DETECTOR-1
Use with an AM radio to
detect coins etc.
This project is complete. |
5 - PROJECTS
5 Projects on one PC board.
2-transistor amplifier,
Flashing LED,
Flip Flop,
Fibre-optic Sign,
Siren.
This project is complete. |
XENON-9
250-amp Speed controller for RC cars.
This project is complete. |
XENON FLASHER
How to convert a throw-away camera to a "flasher unit."
This project is complete.
No kit is available for this project |
Mini Bench Amplifier
A very handy piece of test gear for testing
audio circuits.
This project is complete. |
Phone Ring
A SURFACE MOUNT demonstration project. Teaches
surface mount skills as well as producing a tone similar to a
phone ringing.
This project is complete. |
L
A
This project is complete. |
FM Transmitters
Learn about mini FM transmitters
in our new section called "FM BUGS."
BEETLE MkIII
- connects your guitar to the
airwaves.
VOYAGER MkII
- 800 yard transmitter that fits on top of a 9v battery.
WASP
- 200 yard transmitter that fits in a Tic Tac box.
Field Strength Meter MkI -
measures the output power of our bugs
LED Power Meter - also called "Peaker." Measures
output power.
Mini Tracker - Sends out a beep to track almost
anything.
Micro Battery Box - holds 3 button cells for Mini
Tracker project.
Micro Bug - our smallest bug yet. A fully
surface-mount design.
These projects are complete. |
Model Railway Projects:
Capacitor Discharge Unit
Level Crossing
Signals Module
2 Amp Power Supply
Throttle
These projects are complete
and ready to add to your layout. |
More
projects will be added HERE |
Here are the articles in the FREE section:
Soldering
A comprehensive article covering techniques and equipment for soldering,
desoldering, reflow and surface-mount.
A very good article on soldering from Weller can be found
HERE. (378k .pdf file).
Start
here with '508A
All the articles, programmers, routines and notes have been provided on our website to carry out the
programming of this amazing little chip
and it's just a matter of having them all in easy reach. Programming is
done in a PIC16F84A with an 8-pin to 18-pin adapter and when the project
works perfectly, a PIC12C508A is "burnt."
The 555
One of the most versatile chips on
the market. This article shows how to use it in a number of
applications, with a JavaScript calculator on Page 2.
555 TEST
A comprehensive test on the 555.
Robotics A 12 page article on Robots of the BEAM type. These are
the simplest robots you can produce and are powered by a very small
"pager" motor using solar power. There are many links to "club members" sites and
construction of two robot kits.
Nitinol
Commonly called "Muscle Wire," this wire contracts when
heated or when a current flows through it.
Spot the
mistake An interesting article showing how to detect
mistakes in circuit diagrams. Three pages of circuits.
P1
P2
P3
Making your own housing
An article by William B Jones on
making your own boxes for projects.
Resistor
values made EASY 1%
Resistor values made EASY 5%
Match the colors
to get the value of resistance.
Surface mount resistors - see
Chip Data E-Book.
Surface Mount Components
Read all about surface
mount components including transistors, resistors, LEDs, diodes and zeners
in our
Chip Data E-Book.
PIC16F84A
instruction-set explained. |