Author: Dave

Amplifier Project – Part 6

This is the sixth part in the Amplifier Project series.  This covers the entire process of building an audio amplifier based on the information located at Red Free Circuit Designs.  The previous installments of this project are located here: Amplifier Project…

Audi Remote: Replacing the Battery

This is a short procedure detailing the replacement of the battery in a Audi remote.  In this case, it’s for a 2011 Audi A4.  Replacing the battery is quite easy, even though the owner’s manual suggests that the work should…

Amplifier Project – Part 5

This is the fifth part in the Amplifier Project series.  This covers the entire process of building an audio amplifier based on the information located at Red Free Circuit Designs.  The first four parts of this project are located here:…

Ikea Tertial Work Lamp Modification

There can never be too much light in a workshop, and the workbench is no exception to that rule.  Part of the work area light is provided by an inexpensive Ikea Tertial work lamp.  Good lamp, quite sturdy and can accommodate…

Console 80 Refurb Project

Back in 1984 I started my post-high school education at DeVry.  I was there to get a ET certificate (Electronic Technician).  The first project that I worked on was the Console 80, and it was the basis for all experiments…

Simple Desk: Riser

This is the latest in a series of projects for the simple desks I build a couple years ago.  The previous projects are located here: Simple Desk Simple Desk Drawers Simple Desk Cable Management The goal is to get the…

HP xw4400 Motherboard Retrofit

Project goal:  To retrofit a new ATX motherboard into a HP xw4400 computer case. The HP xw4400 case is quite heavy and very well constructed.  Not the flashiest of designs, though it was made for the business environment.  Looking at…

Amplifier Project – Part 4

This is the fourth part in the Amplifier Project series.  This covers the entire process of building an audio amplifier based on the information located at Red Free Circuit Designs.  The first three parts of this project are located here:…

Babbage’s flyer from 1988

Here’s a flyer recently discovered in a box with other miscellaneous papers:  a Babbage’s flyer from 1988.  Of note is Microsoft Excel and the verbal war against Lotus 1-2-3.  Also, the California Raisins had a game, for reasons unknown.  Ultima…