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		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Applications */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** bass pickups&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
* strip wire&lt;br /&gt;
* and don&#039;t nick the conductor&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Permanent magnets useful - locked domains&lt;br /&gt;
** Ferro materials, Ni, Co, Sr, Rb, Nb, Nd, Cr and Fe.&lt;br /&gt;
** Except when they aren&#039;t - curie temperature.&lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
** EM spectrum&lt;br /&gt;
*** DC,  ELF, SLF (submarines, blue whales), AF, LF,HF, (Short wave), VHF, UHF, Microwave, weird stuff, gamma rays (the incredible hulk, gian ants).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.&lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
** Ethanol/Methanol/SLX&lt;br /&gt;
** Flux/Rosin/Dry&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
** Tip should be immaculate and bright&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot&lt;br /&gt;
** Cheat, use another heating element &lt;br /&gt;
*** quartz floodlight, sterno, propane or mean stare. &lt;br /&gt;
** but not too hot - see blue smoke lab&lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** yes it&#039;s hot stupid.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
*Splice practice&lt;br /&gt;
** Western Union Splice&lt;br /&gt;
** Pigtail Splice&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Speakermaking lab==&lt;br /&gt;
materials:&lt;br /&gt;
* junk wire, lots of it&lt;br /&gt;
* magnet ( stronger is better )&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Test stuff:&lt;br /&gt;
* multimeter &lt;br /&gt;
* signal generator, (or music source) &lt;br /&gt;
* power amp &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Construction:&lt;br /&gt;
* Make coil of wire 24ga 1&amp;quot; dia, 50-400 turns.&lt;br /&gt;
** use a form, marker, tp tube, pvc pipe&lt;br /&gt;
** Measure impedance &amp;gt; 1.5 ohm&lt;br /&gt;
* Stick coil of wire to diaphram&lt;br /&gt;
* Make  stator/armature&lt;br /&gt;
** stick magnet to something - not too ferrous&lt;br /&gt;
* stick diaphram near armature (correct axis??)&lt;br /&gt;
* connect to amplifier; apply Rock!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Exercises for suckers: &lt;br /&gt;
* Use the lentz law to calculate the force generated by thingy.&lt;br /&gt;
* Why 8ohm speakers in the house?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;math&amp;gt;\operator {work} (V) =&lt;br /&gt;
\frac {1}{2} &lt;br /&gt;
2)Cv^2 &amp;lt;/math&amp;gt; Hmm.. no teX support here.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Applications====&lt;br /&gt;
*Filters&lt;br /&gt;
**Decoupling - Ripple rejection&lt;br /&gt;
**Blocking - DC Bias rejection&lt;br /&gt;
**Use in networks - equalization networks&lt;br /&gt;
*Storage&lt;br /&gt;
**Pump and dump  - Photoflash.&lt;br /&gt;
**Tank application - DC - DC converters&lt;br /&gt;
*Esoteric&lt;br /&gt;
**Sensors - Strain gauge&lt;br /&gt;
**Microphones - Old school&lt;br /&gt;
**nonlinear math - Calculating logs/exponents. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
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		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<updated>2010-07-09T15:33:38Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Capacitor */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** bass pickups&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
* strip wire&lt;br /&gt;
* and don&#039;t nick the conductor&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Permanent magnets useful - locked domains&lt;br /&gt;
** Ferro materials, Ni, Co, Sr, Rb, Nb, Nd, Cr and Fe.&lt;br /&gt;
** Except when they aren&#039;t - curie temperature.&lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
** EM spectrum&lt;br /&gt;
*** DC,  ELF, SLF (submarines, blue whales), AF, LF,HF, (Short wave), VHF, UHF, Microwave, weird stuff, gamma rays (the incredible hulk, gian ants).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.&lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
** Ethanol/Methanol/SLX&lt;br /&gt;
** Flux/Rosin/Dry&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
** Tip should be immaculate and bright&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot&lt;br /&gt;
** Cheat, use another heating element &lt;br /&gt;
*** quartz floodlight, sterno, propane or mean stare. &lt;br /&gt;
** but not too hot - see blue smoke lab&lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** yes it&#039;s hot stupid.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
*Splice practice&lt;br /&gt;
** Western Union Splice&lt;br /&gt;
** Pigtail Splice&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Speakermaking lab==&lt;br /&gt;
materials:&lt;br /&gt;
* junk wire, lots of it&lt;br /&gt;
* magnet ( stronger is better )&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Test stuff:&lt;br /&gt;
* multimeter &lt;br /&gt;
* signal generator, (or music source) &lt;br /&gt;
* power amp &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Construction:&lt;br /&gt;
* Make coil of wire 24ga 1&amp;quot; dia, 50-400 turns.&lt;br /&gt;
** use a form, marker, tp tube, pvc pipe&lt;br /&gt;
** Measure impedance &amp;gt; 1.5 ohm&lt;br /&gt;
* Stick coil of wire to diaphram&lt;br /&gt;
* Make  stator/armature&lt;br /&gt;
** stick magnet to something - not too ferrous&lt;br /&gt;
* stick diaphram near armature (correct axis??)&lt;br /&gt;
* connect to amplifier; apply Rock!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Exercises for suckers: &lt;br /&gt;
* Use the lentz law to calculate the force generated by thingy.&lt;br /&gt;
* Why 8ohm speakers in the house?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;math&amp;gt;\operator {work} (V) =&lt;br /&gt;
\frac {1}{2} &lt;br /&gt;
2)Cv^2 &amp;lt;/math&amp;gt; Hmm.. no teX support here.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=Applications=&lt;br /&gt;
*Filters&lt;br /&gt;
**&lt;br /&gt;
**Decoupling - Ripple rejection&lt;br /&gt;
**Blocking - Bias blocking&lt;br /&gt;
**Use in networks - equalization networks&lt;br /&gt;
*Storage&lt;br /&gt;
**Pump and dump  - Photoflash.&lt;br /&gt;
**Tank application - DC - DC converters&lt;br /&gt;
*Esoteric&lt;br /&gt;
**Sensors - Strain gauge&lt;br /&gt;
**Microphones - Old school&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
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		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Capacitor */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** bass pickups&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
* strip wire&lt;br /&gt;
* and don&#039;t nick the conductor&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Permanent magnets useful - locked domains&lt;br /&gt;
** Ferro materials, Ni, Co, Sr, Rb, Nb, Nd, Cr and Fe.&lt;br /&gt;
** Except when they aren&#039;t - curie temperature.&lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
** EM spectrum&lt;br /&gt;
*** DC,  ELF, SLF (submarines, blue whales), AF, LF,HF, (Short wave), VHF, UHF, Microwave, weird stuff, gamma rays (the incredible hulk, gian ants).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.&lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
** Ethanol/Methanol/SLX&lt;br /&gt;
** Flux/Rosin/Dry&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
** Tip should be immaculate and bright&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot&lt;br /&gt;
** Cheat, use another heating element &lt;br /&gt;
*** quartz floodlight, sterno, propane or mean stare. &lt;br /&gt;
** but not too hot - see blue smoke lab&lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** yes it&#039;s hot stupid.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
*Splice practice&lt;br /&gt;
** Western Union Splice&lt;br /&gt;
** Pigtail Splice&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Speakermaking lab==&lt;br /&gt;
materials:&lt;br /&gt;
* junk wire, lots of it&lt;br /&gt;
* magnet ( stronger is better )&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Test stuff:&lt;br /&gt;
* multimeter &lt;br /&gt;
* signal generator, (or music source) &lt;br /&gt;
* power amp &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Construction:&lt;br /&gt;
* Make coil of wire 24ga 1&amp;quot; dia, 50-400 turns.&lt;br /&gt;
** use a form, marker, tp tube, pvc pipe&lt;br /&gt;
** Measure impedance &amp;gt; 1.5 ohm&lt;br /&gt;
* Stick coil of wire to diaphram&lt;br /&gt;
* Make  stator/armature&lt;br /&gt;
** stick magnet to something - not too ferrous&lt;br /&gt;
* stick diaphram near armature (correct axis??)&lt;br /&gt;
* connect to amplifier; apply Rock!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Exercises for suckers: &lt;br /&gt;
* Use the lentz law to calculate the force generated by thingy.&lt;br /&gt;
* Why 8ohm speakers in the house?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;math&amp;gt;W = (1/2)Cv^2 &amp;lt;/math&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=Applications=&lt;br /&gt;
*Filters&lt;br /&gt;
**&lt;br /&gt;
**Decoupling - Ripple rejection&lt;br /&gt;
**Blocking - Bias blocking&lt;br /&gt;
**Use in networks - equalization networks&lt;br /&gt;
*Storage&lt;br /&gt;
**Pump and dump  - Photoflash.&lt;br /&gt;
**Tank application - DC - DC converters&lt;br /&gt;
*Esoteric&lt;br /&gt;
**Sensors - Strain gauge&lt;br /&gt;
**Microphones - Old school&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
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		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Capacitor */&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** bass pickups&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
* strip wire&lt;br /&gt;
* and don&#039;t nick the conductor&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Permanent magnets useful - locked domains&lt;br /&gt;
** Ferro materials, Ni, Co, Sr, Rb, Nb, Nd, Cr and Fe.&lt;br /&gt;
** Except when they aren&#039;t - curie temperature.&lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
** EM spectrum&lt;br /&gt;
*** DC,  ELF, SLF (submarines, blue whales), AF, LF,HF, (Short wave), VHF, UHF, Microwave, weird stuff, gamma rays (the incredible hulk, gian ants).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.&lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
** Ethanol/Methanol/SLX&lt;br /&gt;
** Flux/Rosin/Dry&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
** Tip should be immaculate and bright&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot&lt;br /&gt;
** Cheat, use another heating element &lt;br /&gt;
*** quartz floodlight, sterno, propane or mean stare. &lt;br /&gt;
** but not too hot - see blue smoke lab&lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** yes it&#039;s hot stupid.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
*Splice practice&lt;br /&gt;
** Western Union Splice&lt;br /&gt;
** Pigtail Splice&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Speakermaking lab==&lt;br /&gt;
materials:&lt;br /&gt;
* junk wire, lots of it&lt;br /&gt;
* magnet ( stronger is better )&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Test stuff:&lt;br /&gt;
* multimeter &lt;br /&gt;
* signal generator, (or music source) &lt;br /&gt;
* power amp &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Construction:&lt;br /&gt;
* Make coil of wire 24ga 1&amp;quot; dia, 50-400 turns.&lt;br /&gt;
** use a form, marker, tp tube, pvc pipe&lt;br /&gt;
** Measure impedance &amp;gt; 1.5 ohm&lt;br /&gt;
* Stick coil of wire to diaphram&lt;br /&gt;
* Make  stator/armature&lt;br /&gt;
** stick magnet to something - not too ferrous&lt;br /&gt;
* stick diaphram near armature (correct axis??)&lt;br /&gt;
* connect to amplifier; apply Rock!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Exercises for suckers: &lt;br /&gt;
* Use the lentz law to calculate the force generated by thingy.&lt;br /&gt;
* Why 8ohm speakers in the house?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;math&amp;gt;W = (1/2)Cv^2&amp;lt;/math&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=Applications=&lt;br /&gt;
*Filters&lt;br /&gt;
**&lt;br /&gt;
**Decoupling - Ripple rejection&lt;br /&gt;
**Blocking - Bias blocking&lt;br /&gt;
**Use in networks - equalization networks&lt;br /&gt;
*Storage&lt;br /&gt;
**Pump and dump  - Photoflash.&lt;br /&gt;
**Tank application - DC - DC converters&lt;br /&gt;
*Esoteric&lt;br /&gt;
**Sensors - Strain gauge&lt;br /&gt;
**Microphones - Old school&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
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		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Wire */&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** bass pickups&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
* strip wire&lt;br /&gt;
* and don&#039;t nick the conductor&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Permanent magnets useful - locked domains&lt;br /&gt;
** Ferro materials, Ni, Co, Sr, Rb, Nb, Nd, Cr and Fe.&lt;br /&gt;
** Except when they aren&#039;t - curie temperature.&lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
** EM spectrum&lt;br /&gt;
*** DC,  ELF, SLF (submarines, blue whales), AF, LF,HF, (Short wave), VHF, UHF, Microwave, weird stuff, gamma rays (the incredible hulk, gian ants).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.&lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
** Ethanol/Methanol/SLX&lt;br /&gt;
** Flux/Rosin/Dry&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
** Tip should be immaculate and bright&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot&lt;br /&gt;
** Cheat, use another heating element &lt;br /&gt;
*** quartz floodlight, sterno, propane or mean stare. &lt;br /&gt;
** but not too hot - see blue smoke lab&lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** yes it&#039;s hot stupid.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
*Splice practice&lt;br /&gt;
** Western Union Splice&lt;br /&gt;
** Pigtail Splice&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Speakermaking lab==&lt;br /&gt;
materials:&lt;br /&gt;
* junk wire, lots of it&lt;br /&gt;
* magnet ( stronger is better )&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Test stuff:&lt;br /&gt;
* multimeter &lt;br /&gt;
* signal generator, (or music source) &lt;br /&gt;
* power amp &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Construction:&lt;br /&gt;
* Make coil of wire 24ga 1&amp;quot; dia, 50-400 turns.&lt;br /&gt;
** use a form, marker, tp tube, pvc pipe&lt;br /&gt;
** Measure impedance &amp;gt; 1.5 ohm&lt;br /&gt;
* Stick coil of wire to diaphram&lt;br /&gt;
* Make  stator/armature&lt;br /&gt;
** stick magnet to something - not too ferrous&lt;br /&gt;
* stick diaphram near armature (correct axis??)&lt;br /&gt;
* connect to amplifier; apply Rock!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Exercises for suckers: &lt;br /&gt;
* Use the lentz law to calculate the force generated by thingy.&lt;br /&gt;
* Why 8ohm speakers in the house?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3555</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3555"/>
		<updated>2010-07-07T19:22:48Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Soldering */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Permanent magnets useful - locked domains&lt;br /&gt;
** Ferro materials, Ni, Co, Sr, Rb, Nb, Nd, Cr and Fe.&lt;br /&gt;
** Except when they aren&#039;t - curie temperature.&lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
** EM spectrum&lt;br /&gt;
*** DC,  ELF, SLF (submarines, blue whales), AF, LF,HF, (Short wave), VHF, UHF, Microwave, weird stuff, gamma rays (the incredible hulk, gian ants).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.&lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
** Ethanol/Methanol/SLX&lt;br /&gt;
** Flux/Rosin/Dry&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
** Tip should be immaculate and bright&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot&lt;br /&gt;
** Cheat, use another heating element &lt;br /&gt;
*** quartz floodlight, sterno, propane or mean stare. &lt;br /&gt;
** but not too hot - see blue smoke lab&lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** yes it&#039;s hot stupid.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
*Splice practice&lt;br /&gt;
** Western Union Splice&lt;br /&gt;
** Pigtail Splice&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Speakermaking lab==&lt;br /&gt;
materials:&lt;br /&gt;
* junk wire, lots of it&lt;br /&gt;
* magnet ( stronger is better )&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Test stuff:&lt;br /&gt;
* multimeter &lt;br /&gt;
* signal generator, (or music source) &lt;br /&gt;
* power amp &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Construction:&lt;br /&gt;
* Make coil of wire 24ga 1&amp;quot; dia, 50-400 turns.&lt;br /&gt;
** use a form, marker, tp tube, pvc pipe&lt;br /&gt;
** Measure impedance &amp;gt; 1.5 ohm&lt;br /&gt;
* Stick coil of wire to diaphram&lt;br /&gt;
* Make  stator/armature&lt;br /&gt;
** stick magnet to something - not too ferrous&lt;br /&gt;
* stick diaphram near armature (correct axis??)&lt;br /&gt;
* connect to amplifier; apply Rock!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Exercises for suckers: &lt;br /&gt;
* Use the lentz law to calculate the force generated by thingy.&lt;br /&gt;
* Why 8ohm speakers in the house?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3554</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3554"/>
		<updated>2010-07-07T19:04:02Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Electromagnetics */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Permanent magnets useful - locked domains&lt;br /&gt;
** Ferro materials, Ni, Co, Sr, Rb, Nb, Nd, Cr and Fe.&lt;br /&gt;
** Except when they aren&#039;t - curie temperature.&lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
** EM spectrum&lt;br /&gt;
*** DC,  ELF, SLF (submarines, blue whales), AF, LF,HF, (Short wave), VHF, UHF, Microwave, weird stuff, gamma rays (the incredible hulk, gian ants).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.&lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
** Ethanol/Methanol/SLX&lt;br /&gt;
** Flux/Rosin/Dry&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
** Tip should be immaculate and bright&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot&lt;br /&gt;
** Cheat, use another heating element &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
*Splice practice&lt;br /&gt;
** Western Union Splice&lt;br /&gt;
** Pigtail Splice&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Speakermaking lab==&lt;br /&gt;
materials:&lt;br /&gt;
* junk wire, lots of it&lt;br /&gt;
* magnet ( stronger is better )&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Test stuff:&lt;br /&gt;
* multimeter &lt;br /&gt;
* signal generator, (or music source) &lt;br /&gt;
* power amp &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Construction:&lt;br /&gt;
* Make coil of wire 24ga 1&amp;quot; dia, 50-400 turns.&lt;br /&gt;
** use a form, marker, tp tube, pvc pipe&lt;br /&gt;
** Measure impedance &amp;gt; 1.5 ohm&lt;br /&gt;
* Stick coil of wire to diaphram&lt;br /&gt;
* Make  stator/armature&lt;br /&gt;
** stick magnet to something - not too ferrous&lt;br /&gt;
* stick diaphram near armature (correct axis??)&lt;br /&gt;
* connect to amplifier; apply Rock!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Exercises for suckers: &lt;br /&gt;
* Use the lentz law to calculate the force generated by thingy.&lt;br /&gt;
* Why 8ohm speakers in the house?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
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		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Soldering */&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.&lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
** Ethanol/Methanol/SLX&lt;br /&gt;
** Flux/Rosin/Dry&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
** Tip should be immaculate and bright&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot&lt;br /&gt;
** Cheat, use another heating element &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
*Splice practice&lt;br /&gt;
** Western Union Splice&lt;br /&gt;
** Pigtail Splice&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Speakermaking lab==&lt;br /&gt;
materials:&lt;br /&gt;
* junk wire, lots of it&lt;br /&gt;
* magnet ( stronger is better )&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Test stuff:&lt;br /&gt;
* multimeter &lt;br /&gt;
* signal generator, (or music source) &lt;br /&gt;
* power amp &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Construction:&lt;br /&gt;
* Make coil of wire 24ga 1&amp;quot; dia, 50-400 turns.&lt;br /&gt;
** use a form, marker, tp tube, pvc pipe&lt;br /&gt;
** Measure impedance &amp;gt; 1.5 ohm&lt;br /&gt;
* Stick coil of wire to diaphram&lt;br /&gt;
* Make  stator/armature&lt;br /&gt;
** stick magnet to something - not too ferrous&lt;br /&gt;
* stick diaphram near armature (correct axis??)&lt;br /&gt;
* connect to amplifier; apply Rock!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Exercises for suckers: &lt;br /&gt;
* Use the lentz law to calculate the force generated by thingy.&lt;br /&gt;
* Why 8ohm speakers in the house?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
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		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Wire */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Condunctor vs. Insulators&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
** Lentz law&lt;br /&gt;
** Siemens, mho, ohms&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electromagnetics==&lt;br /&gt;
* Einstein&#039;s &amp;quot;spukhafte Fernwirkung&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
* Quantum Electrodynamics &lt;br /&gt;
** Electron and photons interact - somehow&lt;br /&gt;
* Gauss, Maxwell and &lt;br /&gt;
* Hall effect - sensing - spaceship drives&lt;br /&gt;
* Motors, linear, rotary, vibrational, direct ( magnetohydrodynamic) &lt;br /&gt;
* Radios&lt;br /&gt;
** EM probe demo&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3538</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3538"/>
		<updated>2010-06-30T17:25:00Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Metering */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
* Should be a VOM - Volt Ohm Meter&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** or perhaps Diode check; or even beeping&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together  -loopback test&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
** Try AC mains!! - safety second.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3537</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3537"/>
		<updated>2010-06-30T17:20:39Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Electronics Class */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
(see also: our [[Suppliers|Suppliers page]])&amp;lt;br /&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Digital_Multimeter.jpg|200px]][[File:Analog_Multimeter.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-92020.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Soldering_iron.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/30-watt-120-volt-soldering-iron-47887.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Solder.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga )&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.harborfreight.com/lead-free-rosin-core-solder-95861.html Source: Harbor Freight]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062712 Source: Radio Shack]&lt;br /&gt;
**Or ANYWHERE, really.&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Breadboard.jpg|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://mouser.com/ProductDetail/BusBoard-Prototype-Systems/BB400/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMskUkxWo/qA8g6E2/%252b0L/2p Source: Mouser]&lt;br /&gt;
**[http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&amp;amp;name=438-1045-ND Source: Digi-Key]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3518</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3518"/>
		<updated>2010-06-23T20:14:25Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
Recently robotics have become accessible to experimenters.  Bluto cuts, welds and hugs. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/4/47/Cadfab.jpg]] Welding robots!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm  &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3517</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<updated>2010-06-23T20:12:23Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
[[file:foo.jpg]]&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm  &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Cadfab.jpg&amp;diff=3516</id>
		<title>File:Cadfab.jpg</title>
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		<updated>2010-06-23T20:12:03Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: Chad and Bluto&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;Chad and Bluto&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3515</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
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		<updated>2010-06-23T19:14:27Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Electronics Class */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm  &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3514</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3514"/>
		<updated>2010-06-23T19:11:52Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Electronics Class */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm  &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3513</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3513"/>
		<updated>2010-06-23T19:11:12Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Required Materials */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Multimeter $4&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] ) $10&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm  &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear $1&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor $.03&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3512</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3512"/>
		<updated>2010-06-23T19:08:03Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics. In which we map the techniques available to hackers and their surrounding requisite building blocks. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
My hacking started with music and production. it wasn&#039;t exacly the tech; more for the the ride.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
Complicated behaviour arises from iteration of simple models. Learning how to operate something like this is simpler and more subtle than it looks.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
Easier to see is block diagram form; a gestural view of a complex system. WMUC recording suites and broadcast control rooms. Computing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
Why study DC/baseband/RF electronics; anachronism?&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof. &lt;br /&gt;
Space shuttle shots; APRS , RACES, field day. Social technical effects require proficiency. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
Small systems scale into big ones.  40,000 people at Operation ceasefire (united for peace&amp;amp; justice)  &#039;05 at the national mall. Standing between SS, Park police and thousands of protesters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
No always smooth sailing.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
Building whimsey.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
Computer control over physical objects. microcontrollers + christmas tree lights. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
Not always smooth. Electrical compatibility != political compatability&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
More small systems iterated. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
DIY Ignition source in Berlin. in a pinch you don&#039;t need a parts catalog.   &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
Apologies to Dakami&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
Simple systems, RC control, Robots and igniters.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3507</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3507"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:44:40Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] mars needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr - phear the transaxle&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3506</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3506"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:40:11Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images form a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/thumb/9/99/Wheatstone.jpg/800px-Wheatstone.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/b9/Mixerschem.png]] signal diagram&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/a/a3/Roofchill.png]] chill on the roof&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/e/ea/W3eaxtower.png]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d7/Ceasefirestage.jpeg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/3/30/Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg]] ceasefire 40k&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/b/bf/Dancepanel.jpeg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/f/f3/Dancectll.jpeg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/2/2c/Hhr.png]] hhr&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/c/cc/Igniterschem.jpeg]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/9/91/Igniterface.jpeg]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/d/d1/Fireworkscrates.jpeg]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Fireworkscrates.jpeg&amp;diff=3505</id>
		<title>File:Fireworkscrates.jpeg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Fireworkscrates.jpeg&amp;diff=3505"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:39:36Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: surely club-mate is packed in self exinguishing materials.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;surely club-mate is packed in self exinguishing materials.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Hhr.png&amp;diff=3504</id>
		<title>File:Hhr.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Hhr.png&amp;diff=3504"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:37:41Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: hhr&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;hhr&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Igniterface.jpeg&amp;diff=3503</id>
		<title>File:Igniterface.jpeg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Igniterface.jpeg&amp;diff=3503"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:36:32Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: clear labels&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;clear labels&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Igniterschem.jpeg&amp;diff=3502</id>
		<title>File:Igniterschem.jpeg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Igniterschem.jpeg&amp;diff=3502"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:30:00Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: ideas creep up on one.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;ideas creep up on one.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Dancectll.jpeg&amp;diff=3501</id>
		<title>File:Dancectll.jpeg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Dancectll.jpeg&amp;diff=3501"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:28:06Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: ldance floor controller with micro&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;ldance floor controller with micro&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Dancepanel.jpeg&amp;diff=3500</id>
		<title>File:Dancepanel.jpeg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Dancepanel.jpeg&amp;diff=3500"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:26:42Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: lit dance floor on the cheap&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;lit dance floor on the cheap&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg&amp;diff=3499</id>
		<title>File:Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Ceasefirecrowd.jpeg&amp;diff=3499"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:23:45Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: rock &amp;#039;n rollees&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;rock &#039;n rollees&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Ceasefirestage.jpeg&amp;diff=3498</id>
		<title>File:Ceasefirestage.jpeg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Ceasefirestage.jpeg&amp;diff=3498"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:22:17Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: rock &amp;#039;n roll&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;rock &#039;n roll&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:W3eaxtower.png&amp;diff=3497</id>
		<title>File:W3eaxtower.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:W3eaxtower.png&amp;diff=3497"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:20:53Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: not me in the harness this time&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;not me in the harness this time&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Roofchill.png&amp;diff=3496</id>
		<title>File:Roofchill.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Roofchill.png&amp;diff=3496"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:19:43Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: it&amp;#039;s nice on the roof&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;it&#039;s nice on the roof&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Mixerschem.png&amp;diff=3495</id>
		<title>File:Mixerschem.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Mixerschem.png&amp;diff=3495"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T23:18:49Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: cartoon mixer schematic&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;cartoon mixer schematic&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Wheatstone.jpg&amp;diff=3494</id>
		<title>File:Wheatstone.jpg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Wheatstone.jpg&amp;diff=3494"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:50:04Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: broadcast console&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;broadcast console&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3493</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3493"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:48:58Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images accompany a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/5/5c/Wmuc_main.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] chill on the roof&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] ceasefire 40k &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] hhr&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Wmuc_main.jpg&amp;diff=3492</id>
		<title>File:Wmuc main.jpg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Wmuc_main.jpg&amp;diff=3492"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:46:48Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: wmuc&amp;#039;s main studio. I&amp;#039;m notably absent while hiding in one of the control room.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;wmuc&#039;s main studio. I&#039;m notably absent while hiding in one of the control room.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3491</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3491"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:45:07Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
These images accompany a slide show and a gestalt introduction to electronics.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] wheatstone broadcast console&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] chill on the roof&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] W3EAX tower&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] lightup dance floor&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] dance floor controller&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] WMUC main studio&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] ceasefire stage&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]] ceasefire 40k &lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] fireworks diagram&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] igniter controller&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] fireworks crates&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://]] hhr&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3490</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3490"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:35:10Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://wiki.hacdc.org/images/8/82/Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3489</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3489"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:33:59Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
*[[file:Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3488</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3488"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:32:51Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3487</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3487"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:30:14Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Mindmap.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Mindmap.jpg&amp;diff=3486</id>
		<title>File:Mindmap.jpg</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Mindmap.jpg&amp;diff=3486"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:27:40Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: just a core dump of what&amp;#039;s left of Ash&amp;#039;s tech tree mind map.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;just a core dump of what&#039;s left of Ash&#039;s tech tree mind map.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3485</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=3485"/>
		<updated>2010-06-21T22:25:17Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* tease */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
=== tease ===&lt;br /&gt;
*[[File:Example.jpg]]mindmap&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KqHQ-3WDqyk/SFqH25qqRwI/AAAAAAAAAS0/sJ2S8ppcBWQ/s1600-h/1055943372_295788412e.jpg]] wm greek fire&lt;br /&gt;
*[[http://images.spaceref.com/news/2003/09.06.03.noaa-n.med.jpg]] needs bolts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Power==&lt;br /&gt;
*Measured in watts (usally)&lt;br /&gt;
 * .01w laser pointer&lt;br /&gt;
 * .25w cell phone&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1w &lt;br /&gt;
 * 15w car stereo&lt;br /&gt;
 * 25w soldering iron&lt;br /&gt;
 * 100w light bulb&lt;br /&gt;
 * 1500w hair dryer&lt;br /&gt;
 * 200 horsepower (750w/hp)&lt;br /&gt;
 * 3 tons of Air conditioner capacity (3.5kw/ton)&lt;br /&gt;
*The notion of instant work&lt;br /&gt;
*Energy or work is expressed in joules (watt*second). Or perhaps (Kw*H)&lt;br /&gt;
*Power(watts) = Current (Amps) * Volts&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
* Magnetic and Electric fields surround an energized wire (what?!)&lt;br /&gt;
* And wire will respond with current when moved through magnetic flux&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Printed Circuits==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical relay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
===little amplifierlab===&lt;br /&gt;
*class A amp&lt;br /&gt;
*DC blocking caps&lt;br /&gt;
*bias resistors&lt;br /&gt;
*fixed gain&lt;br /&gt;
*inverted waveform &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Digital Logic==&lt;br /&gt;
* AND  C = A &amp;amp; B&lt;br /&gt;
* OR   C = A | B&lt;br /&gt;
* NOT  C  = !A&lt;br /&gt;
* NOR C = !(A|B)&lt;br /&gt;
* NAND C = !(A&amp;amp;B)&lt;br /&gt;
* MUX C = select A(n) based on B(n)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1852</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1852"/>
		<updated>2009-02-18T21:33:57Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Capacitor */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
==Relays/Switches==&lt;br /&gt;
Codespeak &lt;br /&gt;
* SPDT  - single pole dual throw&lt;br /&gt;
* DPST  - dual pole single throw&lt;br /&gt;
* 4P10T - ???&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 - Map this mystery switchLab&lt;br /&gt;
 Electromechanical relay is a switch that&#039;s controlled electrically.&lt;br /&gt;
===pros===&lt;br /&gt;
* Easy to design for&lt;br /&gt;
* debugging (listen for satisfying click)&lt;br /&gt;
* excelent isolation &lt;br /&gt;
* high power control/$&lt;br /&gt;
===cons===&lt;br /&gt;
* high drive current (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* noisy (mostly)&lt;br /&gt;
* slow &lt;br /&gt;
* moving parts (eeew) &lt;br /&gt;
[http://ecommas.tycoelectronics.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&amp;amp;DocId=Data+Sheet%7F1308242_T77%7F1104%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_DS_1308242_T77_1104.pdf a typical replay]&lt;br /&gt;
- map this mystery relay lab&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Capt.png&amp;diff=1851</id>
		<title>File:Capt.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Capt.png&amp;diff=1851"/>
		<updated>2009-02-18T21:19:55Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: capacitor vs. time&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;capacitor vs. time&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1850</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1850"/>
		<updated>2009-02-18T21:19:21Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Capacitor */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:capt.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1849</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1849"/>
		<updated>2009-02-18T20:53:40Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Capacitor */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap&lt;br /&gt;
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitor wikipedia capacitor]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Diodeiv.png&amp;diff=1843</id>
		<title>File:Diodeiv.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Diodeiv.png&amp;diff=1843"/>
		<updated>2009-02-11T16:46:29Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: iv curve for diode and resistor with damage thresholds, forward and reverse voltages&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;iv curve for diode and resistor with damage thresholds, forward and reverse voltages&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1842</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1842"/>
		<updated>2009-02-11T16:41:57Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Diode */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:diodeiv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* a favorite led  [http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap &lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1841</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1841"/>
		<updated>2009-02-11T16:19:12Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Resistor */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
 &lt;br /&gt;
 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:resistoriv.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
[http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap &lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Resistoriv.png&amp;diff=1840</id>
		<title>File:Resistoriv.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=File:Resistoriv.png&amp;diff=1840"/>
		<updated>2009-02-11T16:18:20Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: iv curve for a resistor, showing symmetry formulae and damage threshold&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;iv curve for a resistor, showing symmetry formulae and damage threshold&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1839</id>
		<title>ElectronicsClass</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://old.hacdc.org/index.php?title=ElectronicsClass&amp;diff=1839"/>
		<updated>2009-02-11T16:16:14Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Ashfixit: /* Resistor */&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;= Electronics Class =&lt;br /&gt;
This class is targeted at the beginner who wants to learn electronics. It would make a fine prerequisite to the [[Microcontroller Course]] or the [[HAMClass]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Required Materials==&lt;br /&gt;
* Soldering Iron (25-30w)&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder  ( 22ga ) &lt;br /&gt;
* Bread Board ( or [[AshClassBoard]] )&lt;br /&gt;
* wire 24ga &lt;br /&gt;
* 30ga solid core wire&lt;br /&gt;
* Resistors 10kohm &lt;br /&gt;
* variable resistor  10kohm linear&lt;br /&gt;
* switch [[http://www.mouser.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=JTMHOUw%252b%2fhkyoxmWRloCXw%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* leds  (various)&lt;br /&gt;
* capacitor 470uf (ish) [[http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?qs=Dj1PTMaP5uJBsuYHd%252b9oGQ%3d%3d]]&lt;br /&gt;
* pn2222 transistor &lt;br /&gt;
* lm386 audio amplifier ic&lt;br /&gt;
* 1/8 male phono jack&lt;br /&gt;
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 Read The Fine Data Sheet:  They hide secrets in the documentation.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Metering==&lt;br /&gt;
 There are many like it but this one is mine.&lt;br /&gt;
* Naming of parts&lt;br /&gt;
** metering modes&lt;br /&gt;
*** restistance - Ohms of resistance&lt;br /&gt;
*** voltage - Volts&lt;br /&gt;
*** Current - Amps/Milliamps - check the leads&lt;br /&gt;
*** diode check - see [Diodes]&lt;br /&gt;
** leads - plugged into the right ports? &lt;br /&gt;
* Continuity testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set the meter to the lowest resistance mode (200ohms or auto resistance)&lt;br /&gt;
** reads &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; when the leads are unconnected, this is an open circuit&lt;br /&gt;
** firmly touch leads together&lt;br /&gt;
** reads near 0 if the leads are crossed  &lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage testing&lt;br /&gt;
** set meter to 20Vdc or VautoDC&lt;br /&gt;
** touch leads to metered points&lt;br /&gt;
** the reading on the meter is the difference in voltages between the leads&lt;br /&gt;
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==Soldering==&lt;br /&gt;
 Hold the cold end.&lt;br /&gt;
Soldering ( for our purposes )  is the process of joining  electrical contacts with a low melting point metal to make a mechanically and electrically strong connection.  &lt;br /&gt;
* Restrain long hair/clothing/jewelry.&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean both parts of waxes, oils or debris.&lt;br /&gt;
* Mechanically fit connections together&lt;br /&gt;
* Clean and wet the iron&lt;br /&gt;
* Heat both parts until hot &lt;br /&gt;
* Apply just enough solder to wet the contact surfaces&lt;br /&gt;
* Wait for the connection to shine smoothly&lt;br /&gt;
* remove the iron an test the connection&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should find near 0 ohms  of resistance between the two parts even when mechanically stressed.&lt;br /&gt;
** the meter should read &amp;quot;off scale&amp;quot; to everything that should be isolated&lt;br /&gt;
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====SwitchLab====&lt;br /&gt;
* use the continuity meter to diagram the electrical layout of the switch.&lt;br /&gt;
* solder switch to the board.&lt;br /&gt;
* test under power with meter voltage setting&lt;br /&gt;
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==Wire==&lt;br /&gt;
The basic wire is a pipe through which electrons can flow from the lowest voltage side to the highest ([[wikipedia:Electric current#Conventional current|conventional current]]) up to the physical limits of the wire.&lt;br /&gt;
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* Current limit via wire gauge [http://www.powerstream.com/Wire_Size.htm]&lt;br /&gt;
* Voltage limit via insulation.&lt;br /&gt;
=====BlueSmokeLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
 Get this out of the way early (and often)&lt;br /&gt;
* turn off the switch&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder the 30ga  wire ends on to the lab 0 area&lt;br /&gt;
* stow fingers away from wire&lt;br /&gt;
* turn on switch&lt;br /&gt;
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==Resistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 Not like the NYC variety&lt;br /&gt;
Resistors impede the flow of electrons across them; usually to protect components from excessive current.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Image:resistoriv.svg]]&lt;br /&gt;
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* [[wikipedia:Ohm&#039;s_law|Ohm&#039;s law]]&lt;br /&gt;
* Diagonal IV curve.&lt;br /&gt;
* symmetric&lt;br /&gt;
=====ResistorLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder resistors, meter and record;&lt;br /&gt;
* compare to ohms law math &lt;br /&gt;
====Diode====&lt;br /&gt;
=====ScaryDataSheetLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
[http://www.vishay.com/docs/83012/83012.pdf]&lt;br /&gt;
* LED ( Light emitting diode ) are diodes with a clear case.&lt;br /&gt;
* electrons only permitted to flow in one direction: cathode to anode&lt;br /&gt;
** there are exceptions [diode breakdown voltage]&lt;br /&gt;
* discontinuous IV curve&lt;br /&gt;
* diode logic&lt;br /&gt;
* the cathode is marked&lt;br /&gt;
* the diode check function of the meter can reveal the correct polarity of a mystery diode with a suspect cathode mark.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Light Emitting Diode==&lt;br /&gt;
* the short lead is the cathode&lt;br /&gt;
* LED&#039;s need current limiting (see [[ElectronicsClass#BlueSmokeLab|BlueSmokeLab]])&lt;br /&gt;
=====LEDLab=====&lt;br /&gt;
* solder in 1kOhm resistor for the led , although you may use another if you can justify the value&lt;br /&gt;
* Solder in the LED, with the short lead towards the ground.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Motor==&lt;br /&gt;
==Capacitor==&lt;br /&gt;
 470uf electrolytic cap &lt;br /&gt;
==Transistor==&lt;br /&gt;
 PN2222 N channel transistor&lt;br /&gt;
==IC==&lt;br /&gt;
 LM386 Audio Amplifier [http://www.national.com/mpf/LM/LM386.html]&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category:Classes]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Ashfixit</name></author>
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