What New Stuff Have You Bought? If You Care To Share Thead! :)

[KenM10759]

My older Fluke 85III has a mode selection dial like your 115. True RMS and true auto ranging. It was free to me though. Nice gift from a friend who upgraded to one of their graphing models.

 

[lovinthehd]

Just completed a new roof and gutter system....good thing I've got all the audio toys I do already....

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

My older Fluke 85III has a mode selection dial like your 115. True RMS and true auto ranging. It was free to me though. Nice gift from a friend who upgraded to one of their graphing models.

nice friend. It's still $90-100 on the fleebay

 

[slipperybidness]

Auto-Ranging isn't same thing auto signal detection. Autorange just means I don't have to select 0-1v to 1-100v dial selections.
I asked on eevblog forums and been told that Fluke is SAFE and Durable. but I rather have features, accuracy and cheap price
The full discussion is here:
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/beginners/looking-for-help-selecting-a-budget-multi-meter-im-quite-overwhelmed/
Basically, I've considered the pros and the cons and made a choice

I'll have to read up on that.

My decision was: Ask my friend that is an electronics repair tech by profession, and he uses that Fluke. Done!

Of course, I have some cheap DMMs, and a Tektronix O-Scope too

 

[slipperybidness]

Auto-Ranging isn't same thing auto signal detection. Autorange just means I don't have to select 0-1v to 1-100v dial selections.
I asked on eevblog forums and been told that Fluke is SAFE and Durable. but I rather have features, accuracy and cheap price
The full discussion is here:
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/beginners/looking-for-help-selecting-a-budget-multi-meter-im-quite-overwhelmed/
Basically, I've considered the pros and the cons and made a choice

I did a little browsing on that thread, I'll look a little more when I have time.

It should be mentioned that absolute accuracy typically isn't important in electronics. More often than not, if the measurement is in the ballpark of the expected range, that is all you need. Usually, it will be clear cut when something is malfunctioning or out of the acceptable range, less often will a measurement be borderline or marginal that causes a failure.

 

[panteragstk]

Got me one of these after my ~11 yo Dyson crapped out (belt tore through the plastic front so the brush is dead).

Turns out I didn't know what I was missing. This thing (being cordless) is MUCH better at picking up stuff than my Dyson ever was.

 

[sven1olaf]

I did a little browsing on that thread, I'll look a little more when I have time.

It should be mentioned that absolute accuracy typically isn't important in electronics. More often than not, if the measurement is in the ballpark of the expected range, that is all you need. Usually, it will be clear cut when something is malfunctioning or out of the acceptable range, less often will a measurement be borderline or marginal that causes a failure.

I work for a company that sells and services medical imaging equipment (think CT, X-ray, MRI,...). We recently explored our field engineers kits and decided to stick with the pricey, but super dependable Flukes.

For accuracy, you want an OScope. For quick measurements, the ole dmm is the way to go.

I've seen lesser dmm's be off by more than 0.7V, and that's when you start getting into trouble with your measured results.


I just got a Umik and the REW software. Now I just have to figure out what to do with the results REW gives me.

 

[3db]

Got me one of these after my ~11 yo Dyson crapped out (belt tore through the plastic front so the brush is dead).

Turns out I didn't know what I was missing. This thing (being cordless) is MUCH better at picking up stuff than my Dyson ever was.

How long does the charge last? Can it do an entire house with carpets.say 1500sq ft ?

 

[slipperybidness]

I work for a company that sells and services medical imaging equipment (think CT, X-ray, MRI,...). We recently explored our field engineers kits and decided to stick with the pricey, but super dependable Flukes.

For accuracy, you want an OScope. For quick measurements, the ole dmm is the way to go.

I've seen lesser dmm's be off by more than 0.7V, and that's when you start getting into trouble with your measured results.


I just got a Umik and the REW software. Now I just have to figure out what to do with the results REW gives me.

Good info!

I work in the Semiconductor Manufacturing field, in the analytical chemistry labs. So, I understand the significance of 0.7V inaccuracy, as that happens to be the turn-on voltage for a pn junction in Silicon. But, around the house, even that much inaccuracy may be fine for most work. 0.7V may not be significant as compared to the magnitude of the signal.

I also work on X-Ray generators, ICPMS tools, chromatography instruments, etc. But, rarely do I need a DMM for my work. If I get down to that point, usually it's a call to the vendor or a trip to internal repair shop. Not to say that I can't do it, just that we have a dedicated shop with all the tools and guys that do nothing all day except electronics repair.

 

[_Mithrandir_]

I picked up a SVS PB-1000 from the svs outlet Memorial Day sale. Yesterday was the day I had time to set it up and start to really dial it in. Man this thing is awesome! Most of my gear has been somewhat entry level maybe upper entry level even and this sub is the first piece of kit that I really consider upper level. The build quality is superb, the ease of set up is ideal and the sounds, well, the sounds just blow my wig back. I finally understand what accurate bass is. I feel it in my chest, it shakes the couch, but it is not overpowering. I love this. Maybe I am arriving a little late to the game but at least I am there now!

 

[panteragstk]

How long does the charge last? Can it do an entire house with carpets.say 1500sq ft ?

It says 14 min, but it comes with two batteries. I did my whole kitchen, living room, hall, and entry with it before it does. Probably around 1400 sqaure feet or so. All carpet (bleh).

I'm surprised how good it is for what I paid.

 

[Cos]

OnePlus 7 Pro (no headphone jack) I am going to try and see how well AptX HD works as I look for a new set of earbuds. The screen is absolutely amazing. Camera is a notch better now with software patch. The Nebula Blue is an eye catching color. I purchased directly from OnePlus.com which didn't charge tax and I have not experienced any of the reported bugs so far. It comes with a dual sim so I may put my Verizon work phone on it and go with one phone. Just got it today, so will write a review once I have had some time. This may replace my XSMas

 

[sholling]

I've been busy .

I wanted a new router so I procured a Netgear Nighthawk AX12 next gen router. I've only had it for a few hours but so far it's working great. Setup was super easy but a bit too handholdy for an old IT guy.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P3FGKYD

I also installed my new Sony UBP-X800M2 and I like it a lot. The old BP-Ux80 is going to replace the Oppo in my bedroom. One thing that surprised me is that the only three streaming apps are Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Youtube. It's no big deal because use my Shield TV for streaming.

I've been having heat issues with my receiver due to its location so I picked up an AC Infinity T8 rear vented cooling fan. It's been doing a great job of keeping my receiver down to 85 degrees but it's far from silent.

Finally, I needed just one more watch and I like the sporty retro look so picked up a Swiss made Tissot T-Sport PRS516 Automatic chronograph.

Whew, now back to tight budgets for a while lol.

 

[VonMagnum]

Yet another Indiana Jones "Staff of Ra" (Imam version by Relicmaker) has arrived. This is a second generation mold with a separate soldered on wire braid (as close as you can get to the original screen version short of owning the one used in the movie). Also my priciest piece to buy.... (first pic shows Indy display in back of my home theater. In order, lef to right, "Fertility Idol" from beginning of movie, "Raven Bar" version of medallion (in the bar scene near beginning of movie and map room scene) , 'Imam" version of Medallion (where the guy reads it; "and take back one kadam..."), a 1/6 scale Ark of the Covenant, the "Acem Artifact" version of the "Imam" version (different mold used, one-piece and more polished), the "Belloq" (German one-sided) version made from Toht's hand and an Egyptian necklace with the Horus design on it that the medallion was designed from (actually from a medallion showing the same basic Horus design, but I couldn't find a reproduction of that anywhere).

Second photo = Front of RM Medallion, Third Photo = Back of medallion. 4th Photo shows the soldered on intricate wire braid on the edge.

 

[Grandzoltar]

Salamander synergy 339 Black with perforated steel doors. Comes in tomorrow I will get some pics from up.

 

[3db]

I picked this up over the weekend for $118.00 Cdn, $60 off list price

 

[3db]

I've been busy .

I wanted a new router so I procured a Netgear Nighthawk AX12 next gen router. I've only had it for a few hours but so far it's working great. Setup was super easy but a bit too handholdy for an old IT guy.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P3FGKYD

I also installed my new Sony UBP-X800M2 and I like it a lot. The old BP-Ux80 is going to replace the Oppo in my bedroom. One thing that surprised me is that the only three streaming apps are Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Youtube. It's no big deal because use my Shield TV for streaming.

How do you like the Sony? I have one and thinks its a very solid player. My only peeve is that the online service for looking up CD info ( I forget the name of the service ) is no longer working despite firmware upgrades.

 

[VonMagnum]

I caught these images on my security cameras! Someone was trying to steal my Ark! I can't show the last picture as he's dead on the floor after touching it....

 

[davidscott]

Used Taylormade RBZ2 5 wood to match my 3 wood. The 3 is the best I have ever had so I hope the 5 can come close.

 

[sholling]

How do you like the Sony? I have one and thinks its a very solid player. My only peeve is that the online service for looking up CD info ( I forget the name of the service ) is no longer working despite firmware upgrades.

Honestly, I hadn't tried any CDs before you asked about this. New CDs just get ripped and added to my FLAC collection. Anyway, no it doesn't work. A quick Google search shows that Sony players (new and old) no longer support the Gracenote service, which is what you may be asking about.

https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/home-video-blu-ray-disc-players-recorders/ubp-x800/articles/00203410?model=UBP-X800&category=home-video-blu-ray-disc-players-recorders

"Dear Valued Sony Customer,

On February 28, 2019, the functions to display disc information from the Gracenote® service will be terminated on Affected Blu-ray Disc™ Players and Home Theater systems.

After the service terminates, you will no longer be able to download and display CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc information from Gracenote. Information that will no longer be available includes title name, track name, and artist name. You will still be able to play your discs and display information that is included on the disc itself.

The Music Search and Video Search functions will also be unavailable after February 28, 2019."​