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How to size capacitor for capacitor run fan motor
I have a small single phase blower motor which requires a capacitor for running (not starting). The motor nameplate says that I need 7.5 microfarads. I have a pair of 5 microfarad caps in the shop. I hooked up the motor with just a single 5 uF and it didn't start. Then I put the pair in parallel and the motor d... 6 Jan 2010 09:17

VERY BAD ADVICE WARNING
In article <3dcg89.io8.17.11(a)news.alt.net>, Meat Plow <meat(a)petitmorte.net> wrote: On Wed, 30 Dec 2009 22:23:51 +1100, "Phil Allison" <phil_a(a)tpg.com.au>wrote: .... Phil Yes you do give very bad advice. I've got no objection to anyone saying I'm wrong. Provided they back it up with facts. Ma... 6 Jan 2010 09:17

convert optical spdif out to analog video
http://cgi.ebay.ca/SONY-Optical-signal-To-RCA-Stereo-Sound-Decoder-PCM1728_W0QQitemZ190361044639QQcmdZViewItemQQptZReceivers_Tuners?hash=item2c5267069f#ht_3842wt_1165 Anyone know if this will work to convert optical out of an HDTV to an old style stereo receiver via "conventional" rca cables. I assume 12vdc can be ... 30 Dec 2009 22:03

HP 8000 printer repair
I'm working on an 8000 with feed problems, and wonder if there's a good forum for detailed help on same. I found it a duplexer, but it fails every time with the paper midway through it. -- A host is a host from coast to coast.................wb8foz(a)nrk.com & no one will talk to a host that's close........... 30 Dec 2009 14:16

Atty Charles Novins Seeks Changes In Law to Protect Innocents From Internet Vandals
On Tue, 29 Dec 2009 19:19:01 -0800 (PST), in the land of news.groups, Albert Ekman <atlasbuggedbyspam(a)gmail.com> got double secret probation for writing: Atty Charles Novins Seeks Changes 69.253.107.178 Too bad Comcast uses sticky IP on their DHCP. Explain the Diversity rule as it applies to you case, Ch... 30 Dec 2009 01:11

Hot air station recommendations
I'm currently looking for an affordable hot air station for the bench. One that came up often in my searches was this one: http://www.atomicfireballs.com/static/electronics/aoyue/index.php Can anyone recommend this one, or perhaps have a better alternative? Thanks. ... 20 Jan 2010 10:38

beolink 5000 service manual search
Any got a .pdf copy of the beolink 5000 service manual ??? remote loses communication every now and then. i have cleaned the transmitter and reciever led's , but the problem remains. any info ?? nitro2 ... 1 Jan 2010 06:31

How to Repair Canon A650 PC Board
Apparently my A650 got moisture-damaged so the PC board needs to be replaced. How hard is it to do this? Any give me instructions? Thanks ... 1 Jan 2010 20:40

How to convert old NuTone Intercom IM-4006 cassette to iPod
I picked up a Monster A IP FM-CH 250 iCarPlay Wireless 250 FM Transmitter for iPod� & iPhone from the local electronics store http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=206678505&listingid=40127622 I was hoping I could plug just the USB cable part of the 12v-auto-USB charger into a nearby computer and transmit t... 1 Jan 2010 09:45

Need schematic for Sony KV-1380R TV
Just had a Sony Model KV-1380R given to me a couple of days ago. Only problem is simultaneous but intermittent horizontal and vertical shrinkage of about 20%, on a random basis. Removed the set back, problem is still intermittent, but appears to be less frequent. Tried beating on anything related to power supply... 30 Dec 2009 00:07