How to convert Incandescent lamps to LED, the drawbacks of lamps on DC, and some simple conversion tips! News on an upcoming (Very Soon!) series on YouTube that has never been done before! Mr Carlson's Lab will be the first to do something of this level. Details in this video. Enjoy!
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2022-05-03 01:36:21 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is the trick to soldering fine insulated wires like you would find in IF transformers. Tricks for sturdy wire joints, and soldering enameled transformer wire, Enjoy!
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Here are two very simple ways to reduce your received noise. This method can be used for many other noise sources as well. Enjoy!
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2022-04-03 11:14:53 +0000 UTC View Post
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2022-03-16 17:33:55 +0000 UTC View Post
Here are those often confusing and misunderstood schematic symbols. Grab a piece of paper and draw them with me to better remember them, and understand their function. Enjoy!
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Learn about alignment traps, and how to avoid them. Some helpful tips regarding radio tuning, audio tuning, and adjustment. Lots of great information here to make you better at what you do. Enjoy!
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The new labs are coming together, and so are some upcoming projects! See the progress here, and get the inside info on these future projects and plans. Enjoy!
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I receive lots of questions regarding my choice of scopes, here is some information about what you see on my bench. I also explain some easy steps to get you more comfortable with your scope. They really are easy to use! Enjoy!
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2022-01-16 18:13:46 +0000 UTC View Post
Here are some tips to help you troubleshoot and fix electronic equipment faster. These tips are valid for modern and older equipment alike. See some of my preferred literature, and I talk about some safety considerations and misconceptions.
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2022-01-02 17:23:25 +0000 UTC View Post
There are many different types of electronic technician's out there, here is the basic electronic test equipment that every tech should have. The benefits and shortcomings of the equipment is also talked about. Enjoy!
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Here is the custom PCB laminator I have been using since 2010. Let's take a look inside, and see what makes it special. If you think we should build one as a future project together, let me know in the comments below. Enjoy!
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Need an HV power supply for your bench or lab? Make sure it has these three features, or you will be buying more power supplies. Also, a general talk about HV power supply specifications, and the Voltage / Current needed to work on vacuum tube based equipment. Enjoy!
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2021-11-16 09:51:38 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is the difference between switch mode power supplies, and linear supplies. Which one is better for you? Find out in this video. Enjoy!
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2021-11-03 02:11:59 +0000 UTC View Post
Fake electronic parts are everywhere now, here's how to spot them quickly. Enjoy!
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Here is the 3-6-9 high performance antenna build information, this is all the information to date. Grab a coffee, sit back, and enjoy the video!
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2021-10-03 10:14:16 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is a "behind the scenes" look at the labs being built, (and taken down.) Enjoy!
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Build a small circuit to drive relays from your function generator. Clean relays using their own action, (no abrasive tools needed!) Learn about contact tension and staggered contact ratings... And much more. Grab a Coffee and Enjoy!
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Here are some common mistakes to avoid when troubleshooting and repairing equipment. Learn an interesting "catch" regarding capacitor placement, and more. Enjoy!
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Grab your favorite snack, sit back, and lets take a look, listen, and discuss the most common reasons that create the differences between tube and transistor audio. We will listen to a tone while looking at it on an oscilloscope, you will hear and see the difference while the device's are being driven into distortion....
2021-08-02 20:50:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Grab a coffee (or your favorite drink) and let's look at the components in your equipment that may need to stay or go. Use this a a guide to make your repairs or restorations easier. Enjoy!
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2021-07-17 16:40:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Quickly recognize what components do in a circuit. Here is an industrial Switch Mode Power Supply, and a tube amplifier schematic for us to go over together. Enjoy!
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Here are examples of the differences between the two types of devices, This information will help you understand the current controlling ability and impedance aspect of the two. Enjoy!
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The Inductor is a very important component in every day electronics, here is an explanation of how they work in power supplies. Also see a demonstration of an inductor making high voltage from an ordinary 9V battery, (a very simple circuit.) Enjoy!
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Here are some tricky components that will cause all sorts of issues if installed into the wrong circuits. Here's what to look for and recognize. Enjoy!
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Here's some very important measurement knowledge about making "Voltage Measurements." This information I'm about to share really isn't talked or written about. Your meter may be lying to you, and you might not know it. Here's how to recognize the signs, and choose the appropriate solutions. Enjoy!
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2021-05-02 02:49:56 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is a lot of "Variable Capacitor" knowledge to increase your troubleshooting, repair, and design skills. This is Part 1 of Understanding Components. Enjoy!
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2021-04-16 01:24:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Aside from my personally designed test equipment, here are some of my favorite "Go To" pieces of commercially designed test equipment. Also: Some inside info about a new custom built lab. A very big project dedicated to all of you! Let's go see it.. Enjoy!
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2021-04-02 10:37:52 +0000 UTC View Post
Here are some of my "Go To" Tools I use a lot, and have found to make my repairs and restorations (electronic design work too!) much easier. If you have any questions about a specific tool or supply that I have used in a video at some time, (that I haven't covered) leave the inquiry in the comments, I will add this to...
2021-03-15 18:38:12 +0000 UTC View Post
Let's follow the signal through an amplifier with very basic equipment. The 80+ year old oscilloscope (oscillograph) will do this with ease! Here's how..... Enjoy!
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Lets analyze this schematic and locate the signal path from input to output. Schematic to follow along with is attached below. Enjoy!
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