Converting Benchtop Oscilloscopes for Field Use
For many users, whether private or commercial, an oscilloscope is a high-priced but universal measuring instrument. As a rule, it is installed in the laboratory, in a repair workshop or at the personal workplace of the service technician and is therefore part of the workplace equipment (“benchtop”). The advantages offered by such a test device […]
Amazon Alexa on the Raspberry Pi
More and more people rely on language assistants like Alexa to perform simple everyday tasks such as setting timers, playing weather forecasts or switching lights on and off. But can you also use Amazon’s speech recognition without Alexa? Yes! With a Raspberry Pi, a microphone and some programming skills. Below you will learn how to […]
With Synology DiskStation to your own Cloud
The rise of data-hungry applications and the bad news of recurring cloud data leaks go hand in hand. Network storage (NAS) is the ideal solution for storing private data securely and locally. You can find out why here. In addition, information is then centrally available so that it can be accessed even when you are […]
How to install a VPN with the Fritz!Box 7590
If employees want to access their employer’s data and applications from their home office or on the road, this can lead to problems that affect security in particular. Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) it is possible to establish a secure connection between home and company networks. This enables small offices or external users to […]
Own Cloud with the Raspberry Pi
NextCloud is open source software that turns a Raspberry Pi into a cloud server. It can be used for photo galleries, media playback and data synchronisation, calendars and many other options. It can also share data with specific participants and collaborate. In this How-To we show you how to install NextCloud on Raspberry Pi and […]
How to build a laboratory power supply in 10 steps
In this How-To we show you how you can easily assemble a laboratory power supply. We decided to use a programmable control voltage module with constant voltage and constant current and install it in a suitable housing. The project Suitable for: Beginners with basic knowledge Time required: Approx. two hours Budget: About £80 What you […]
How to install security cameras with POE
POE (Power over Ethernet) is a technology that allows you to supply power to devices, for e.g. security cameras, via the LAN cable. Save yourself from having to lay cables twice and save space as well as installation costs. A switch structure also gives you advanced configuration options for powering devices over the network cable. […]
It’s that easy to install a smart socket!
Get smart features in your home without having to buy a new set of electrical appliances. Learn here how to make and control your smart sockets with an attachment and Raspberry Pi. The Project Suitable for: Beginners with basic knowledge Time required: Approx. 30 mins Budget: Around £80 What you need: 1x Raspberry Pi 2 […]
Build your own smart doorbell with the ESP8266 and Fritz! Box
Sometimes it’s difficult to hear the doorbell at home when you’re in the garden, have headphones on or are playing loud music. Wouldn’t it be useful to have a simple, portable solution that integrates with the technology you already own at home? The Project Suitable for: Advanced Time required: approx. 2 hours What you need: NodeMCU ESP8266 Wi-Fi […]
How to create great vlogs with GoPro and Premiere Elements
Whether you’re on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook video is one of the best ways to communicate with your audience. It’s a simple way to get your message across quickly and it’s easy to get started. In this ‘how to’, we share the steps to produce a high-quality vlog with the help of a GoPro and […]
