Year: 2022

  • My Broadband Hub & Phone Have A Backup Battery

    My Broadband Hub & Phone Have A Backup Battery

    To guard against power cuts this winter I have given my Broadband Hub and fibre to ethernet interface (ONT) a 3-hour Backup Battery.

  • Changing A 3-Port Valve Actuator in A Central Heating System

    Changing A 3-Port Valve Actuator in A Central Heating System

    Over time valve actuators may develop faults which are easily fixed by replacing them. I have just had to do that with the one in my central heating system. I last changed it on 12th December 2017, so, it had run for nearly five years without a fault.

  • How To Vent Portable Air Conditioner Exhaust

    How To Vent Portable Air Conditioner Exhaust

    I’ve been thinking of obtaining some air conditioning equipment for the last few years since 2018. But this year (2022), with exceptional heat forecast and my son taking similar action to cool his London flat, I went ahead and bought an AEG CHILLFLEX portable air conditioner.

  • A Function Generator Built From A Kit Using An XR2206

    A Function Generator Built From A Kit Using An XR2206

    Introduction This post covers some of the practicalities that have to be met when building a function generator (signal generator) using an XR2206CP Function Generator kit. I assume anyone building one of these kits has some electronic and soldering experience. The Kit Instructions I bought two of these kits and I could see immediately, when…

  • XR2206 Function Generator Kit Improved Instructions

    XR2206 Function Generator Kit Improved Instructions

    Introduction The XR2206 Function Generator Kit is available through various outlets at a selection of prices up to £13. I got one branded “ARCELI” via Amazon for £7.99. Having got one, I would advise getting the cheapest one you can. Just take into consideration the trustworthiness of the seller to be sure you get what…