Color? What?
Yep, color LCDs have been supported since software version 1.19! It looks like a really decent tester for ~43$.
v1.22m 2016-03
- Added opto coupler check with display of the LED's V_f, the CTR and t_on/
t_off delays (BJT types).
v1.21m 2016-01
- Licensed under the EUPL V.1.1
- Improved storage managment of adjustment values and added support for
two adjustment profiles.
- Added detection and decoding of RC-6 to IR detector. Solved issue with
test button when the IR receiver module is removed too early. Added
configuration switch to disable current limiting resistor for Vs in case
of a 5V only IR receiver module.
v1.20m 2015-12
- Added IR RC detector and decoder function (requires TSOP IR receiver
module).
- Changed MainMenu() to reduce RAM usage.
v1.19m 2015-11
- Implemented a fancy pinout displaying symbols and probe numbers for 3 pin
semiconductors.
- Added color support.
- Changed ShowDiode() to output the number of diodes directy (not via
Show_Fail() anymore) when more than 3 diodes are found (hint by
hapless@eevblog).
- Extended LCD_ClearLine() in all display drivers to clear the remaining
space of the current line to speed up things, especially for graphic
displays The idea is to display the text first and then to clear the
remaining space, instead of clearing the complete line and then printing the
text.
- Added display driver for ILI9341/ILI9342 based modules. Thanks to
Overtuner @ EEVblog forum for providing two LCD modules.
- Fixed problem with µ/micro character in font files.
- Fixed character issue (when larger than 8x8) in LCD_Char() for ST7565R.
- Updated Czech texts, thanks to Kapa.
- Fixed a minor issue in MenuTool(), when rolling over from last to first
item.
Color? What?
Yep, color LCDs have been supported since software version 1.19! It looks like a really decent tester for ~43$.
v1.22m 2016-03
- Added opto coupler check with display of the LED's V_f, the CTR and t_on/
t_off delays (BJT types).
v1.21m 2016-01
- Licensed under the EUPL V.1.1
- Improved storage managment of adjustment values and added support for
two adjustment profiles.
- Added detection and decoding of RC-6 to IR detector. Solved issue with
test button when the IR receiver module is removed too early. Added
configuration switch to disable current limiting resistor for Vs in case
of a 5V only IR receiver module.
v1.20m 2015-12
- Added IR RC detector and decoder function (requires TSOP IR receiver
module).
- Changed MainMenu() to reduce RAM usage.
v1.19m 2015-11
- Implemented a fancy pinout displaying symbols and probe numbers for 3 pin
semiconductors.
- Added color support.
- Changed ShowDiode() to output the number of diodes directy (not via
Show_Fail() anymore) when more than 3 diodes are found (hint by
hapless@eevblog).
- Extended LCD_ClearLine() in all display drivers to clear the remaining
space of the current line to speed up things, especially for graphic
displays The idea is to display the text first and then to clear the
remaining space, instead of clearing the complete line and then printing the
text.
- Added display driver for ILI9341/ILI9342 based modules. Thanks to
Overtuner @ EEVblog forum for providing two LCD modules.
- Fixed problem with µ/micro character in font files.
- Fixed character issue (when larger than 8x8) in LCD_Char() for ST7565R.
- Updated Czech texts, thanks to Kapa.
- Fixed a minor issue in MenuTool(), when rolling over from last to first
item.
What color displays are supported at this moment?
What color displays are supported at this moment?
The m-firmware supports ILI9341/ILI9342 color displays, and the source framework allows to add other displays easily.
BTW, the next release will have:
- user-defined data lines for HD44780
- user-defined resistor divider for battery voltage measurement
- output of If for opto couplers
- serveral changes to add support for ATmega664/1284
Currently I'm trying to cope with KiCad
What color displays are supported at this moment?
The m-firmware supports ILI9341/ILI9342 color displays, and the source framework allows to add other displays easily.
BTW, the next release will have:
- user-defined data lines for HD44780
- user-defined resistor divider for battery voltage measurement
- output of If for opto couplers
- serveral changes to add support for ATmega664/1284
Currently I'm trying to cope with KiCad
While your at it, please add support for the ATmega32 and ATmega324 as well. The ATmega324 are almost identical to the ATmega328p, except more IOs. The ATmega32 (Dirt cheap at Ebay or Ali) is just an older model of the 324 with 4 instead of 6 PWM pins
What color displays are supported at this moment?
The m-firmware supports ILI9341/ILI9342 color displays, and the source framework allows to add other displays easily.
BTW, the next release will have:
- user-defined data lines for HD44780
- user-defined resistor divider for battery voltage measurement
- output of If for opto couplers
- serveral changes to add support for ATmega664/1284
Currently I'm trying to cope with KiCad
Are u
You going to release the project files in kicad KiCad? You're my hero!
There's kicad-users mailing list. If you wish some features and/or want to discuss them and even submit patches, there's kicad-developers mailing list too. You can ask developers at #kicad at irc.freenode.net by using freenode webchat or any IRC client. There's
http://kicad.info forums too.
I'm not sure if there's a German KiCad community z maybe there are some linked in kicad-pcb.org top. I'd you want to make one, I'm sure they'll assist you at that (I think there's German KiCad users and developers too).
KiCad needs more developers and is far from perfect, but it's an active project with a supportive community. And unlike other EDA tools, it's FOSS and actively developed too
While your at it, please add support for the ATmega32 and ATmega324 as well. The ATmega324 are almost identical to the ATmega328p, except more IOs. The ATmega32 (Dirt cheap at Ebay or Ali) is just an older model of the 324 with 4 instead of 6 PWM pins
The ATmega324 shouldn't be any problem since it's part of the ATmega664/1284 line, just less flash/RAM/EEPROM. The ATmega32 is a little bit different, e.g. no 1.1V bandgap reference. I can't promise anything but I'll have a look into the ATmega32.
Are you going to release the project files in KiCad?
Seems so
The dev board for the ATmega644/1284 is a tad too large for Eagle Freeware and I'm quite hesitant to buy a Make Personal license. Eagle has screwed up the printing in Linux (enforcing cups) and wasn't interested in fixing it. It also lacks some features I would expect from a commercial tool. So I'm getting used to KiCad. The UI is inconsistent, the workflow could be more convenient, the lib handling (paths, which lib to use) is
, the signal names for busses are very constrained, but it has some nice ideas and features.
Are you going to release the project files in KiCad?
Seems so The dev board for the ATmega644/1284 is a tad too large for Eagle Freeware and I'm quite hesitant to buy a Make Personal license. Eagle has screwed up the printing in Linux (enforcing cups) and wasn't interested in fixing it. It also lacks some features I would expect from a commercial tool. So I'm getting used to KiCad. The UI is inconsistent, the workflow could be more convenient, the lib handling (paths, which lib to use) is , the signal names for busses are very constrained, but it has some nice ideas and features.
It would be amazing if you provide some kind of technical report/Review-review of KiCad based on your experience.
Chris Palvina is interested in UI(X) improvements and is doing some changes, for example.
The ebay page mentions
This item is DIY kits ,need solder it by yourself
The english manual ,pls contact us , send to your email , thanks
So looks like it is a kit to be assembled.
That looks pretty nice as far as having the various connectors, rotary encoder, and color display. Unfortunately, they don't provide a photo of the unassembled PCB to see what else it has. Good price too.
There are different sellers on Ebay and AliExpress who have DIY and / or assembled ones.
It has some protection components too (P6KE6V8A and SRV05-4), like my 2015 EZM tester also has).
A picture I found:
Thanks for finding that pic. That looks like a nice model to get. I already have an earlier version, but this is very tempting.
I have one that is almost like that one. It came from Banggood.com as a kit.
Here is a thread on my site about it.
http://gokarters.com/smf/index.php?topic=2494.0This unit has always worked well until recently. There is a strange character on the display. It shows up in random locations so don't think it is a display problem?
Not sure if it is software related or what could be causing it. I am not comfortable trying to read the 328. I do have the hardware to do it.
That banggood device does not have the protection components and
uses another LCD screen. The one I mentioned has a 160x128 pixel color display.
To Radio Tech:
I have the same devise and had the same problem.
On my unit the Atmega328 was locked and I fix the issue reprogramming it with this specific firmware.
https://www.mikrocontroller.net/svnbrowser/transistortester/Software/trunk/mega328_st7565_kit/
Mauro
Thank you very much Mauro.
As I was thinking the files were corrupt or something. I have never put the board in a case and may have set it on something.
Now I have to learn how to program it since you directed me to the files. I have the hardware.
You have several option and maybe you already have one of this on hand:
- Arduino as ICSP
- USBasp
- TL866 or some other stand-alone programmer
- BusPirate
.....
It should be nice to extend this list and to include the instruction on how to use each alternative
Mauro
You have several option and maybe you already have one of this on hand:
- Arduino as ICSP
- USBasp
- TL866 or some other stand-alone programmer
- BusPirate
.....
It should be nice to extend this list and to include the instruction on how to use each alternative
Mauro
I have 2 of the - USBasp devices. One is a plain-Jane model and the other has jumpers on it.
About as far as I ever got was to flash a LED on a bread board but even then was quite a while ago. Really need to get up to date on this stuff.
Thanks again for the direction.
If you search for Usbasp in this thread you will find several messages from tom666.
He wrote several times how to use the usbasp to update this Transistor Tester, with all links to the software and the exact command to use.
If you will search on my posts you will find some pictures on how to wireup the ICSP connector on your tester
Mauro
Thank you. Will give them both a search.
Links take me to sub forums and not the post.
I will search in thread later tonight after work "
.
EDIT>>>>Found them
Yes, unfortunately the char $ ends the link and you need to copy/paste the entire string to get the correct link
Mauro