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  5. FPD to DXF?

    in MIDIbox HUIs

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    Gee that musta been hard. dstamand do you work for those guys or something?

    Does it open FPD files too?

    No, you guys are looking for free software and this is a damn good one!

    No, FPD is proprietary file format.

  6. PIC 18f452 TQFP

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    Are there connectors on your board for other stuff?

    PICKit2 requires access to the PGC and PGD pins. these usually go to the LCD display port. It also needs Vdd and Vss, those go to the LCD display too. So the only pin you need that is "out of reach" is the VPP/MCLR pin.

    IF your project has a connector for a LCD display, that should include 4 of the 5 pins you need to connect the PICKit2. Just add loose wire with a clip to grab one end of the pullup resistor on MCLR, and you can program it through the LCD port. Unless the pullup resistor is also SMT.

    Have Fun,

    LyleHaze

    I see, 5 pin is required to program the Pic, i'll check for a 3 pin smt header only because Vdd and VSS are available many places on my PCB.

    DF13-3P-1.25H(50).jpg

  7. PIC 18f452 TQFP

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    I was thinking to do this first in my post but the space is not available on my pcb. Really tight space, that's why i use smd pic. I already ordered the adaptors from Ebay, it includes 2 Pic 18f452 for few bucks. :-)

    Thanks for suggestion.

  8. utopia live!

    in MIDIbox HUIs

    Posted

    i live in halifax, however i wish i lived in montreal.

    i really don't care if its aluminum or steel, as long as its sturdy and is cut properly and i can get in black thats all i care.

    .

    Do you need it with Labeling ?

    Steel 1.9 mm is fine but you may need to apply primer/paint yourself. The steel (44W) has no rust, no sharp edges, no scratch and it is really clean. DXF needed. Gmail chat invited.

  10. utopia live!

    in MIDIbox HUIs

    Posted

    my panel is going to cost around $250.

    maybe we can work out a deal!

    do you have msn?

    Only for the front panel ??

    Those fuckers are mobs!!

    What thickness ? Steel ?

    Where do you live ?

    No MSN, sorry. I can invite you to Gmail.

  12. PIC 18f452 TQFP

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    I wont solder the PIC on the adaptor, i will only apply good pressure with a tool i'm gonna make for it, the tool will also align the pic on the smd pads. The only purpose is to load the bootloader into the pic, only one time. Then, i solder ths pic on his PCB.

  13. In love with LED rings

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    I`m little confused... If I converted dimensions right, inner diameter is 10.16mm. That means the knob on the picture is not more than 8mm in diameter. Also I guess it cannot be used with regular sized Alps/Voti/Sound Well encoders. Right? How long shaft needs to be to have both encoder and LED ring soldered on same PCB?

    The ledring is 11.18 mm thick and no, Soundwell encoders wont fit. Encoders like ~9mm or ~12mm max is required. Like the one SmashTV is selling.

    This ledring panel cutout required to use Laser.

  15. Your favourite faders?

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    Wanted to know everyones favourite faders.

    I am on the hunt for some decent faders with a fair amount of mechanical resistance (ie: requires me to give them a good push).

    Preferably 10mm in length.

    10mm !! do you mean 60 mm ?

    The ALPS are just  perfect. $6.60

    Mouser part number : 688-RS6011SY6002

  17. PIC 18f452 TQFP

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    hmmm i think those contacts will have to be treated somehow for this to work well, solder surface will oxidize and make bad contacts. maybe going over it w/ silver solder or likesuchas would work...

    I'll check that.

    Thanks!

  18. Alternative to Front Panel Designer?

    in Design Concepts

    Posted

    If you are on a PC and you don't need 3D capabilities, again, try Solid Edge FREE 2D version. This is hi-end CAD software my friend.

    http://www.plm.automation.siemens.com/en_us/products/velocity/solidedge/free2d/index.shtml

    See this fact sheet (PDF): http://www.plm.automation.siemens.com/en_us/Images/fs_se_2d_drafting_tcm53-24085.pdf

    Whether you are using 2D across your company or for a specific 2D design process, Solid Edge 2D Drafting will give you an immediate advantage with production-proven capabilities including drawing layout, Goal Seeking, diagramming, and dimensioning.  It is fully compliant with ISO, ANSI, BSI, DIN, JIS and UNI, and it's absolutely FREE to download and use.

    Solid Edge 2D Drafting eases the transition from 2D AutoCAD with import wizards, matched fonts and color schemes, XREF support, paper/model space support and much more. Get up to speed faster with a built-in Command Finder - never look for AutoCAD equilvalent command again.

    Solid Edge 2D Drafting requires Windows XP or Vista and now includes the Free Solid Edge Viewer. Make sure you have Internet Explorer version 6.0 or later for the download.

  22. PIC 18f452 TQFP

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    wtf? looks like an evil PIC eater see:

    http://www.midibox.org/forum/index.php/topic,11871.msg96457.html#msg96457

    wow for 180$ i will morse code the BSL for you in the PIC..

    no, i meant that you can make a pcb with the tqtf foot print lay out the necessary pins and just by applying some pressure to the ic contact MAY be achieved: this is the poor man solution, if you got cash buy and adapter.

    Simone

    ;D

    I wont buy the adaptor, i'll built a simple tool to do the job instead.

    Thanks!

  24. PIC 18f452 TQFP

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    i ve read somewhere that you may go without soldering, only the pressure should be enough but yeah you ll need and adapter..

    Or, i could install a connector directly on the my controller PCB ? like this, i'll burn the pic directly without playing around with the pic.

    Thanks cimo, i'll take a look at this adpator... who do this ?

  25. PIC 18f452 TQFP

    in Parts Questions

    Posted

    Same deal, scope the datasheet :)

    That was the first thing i did but i did not found any solution at all in the 332 pages. I'll use PicKit2 but can't use a socket for this kind of pic. Do i need to make my own programming board for the pic, then soldering the required pic pins, then program the pic and then desoldering the pic ?

    Thanks!

    I wish i could write better in english  :-\

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