Circuit Break - A MacroFab Podcast

MEP EP#251: Loopholes or EquivalentParker

Wiring Harness update

Wire Jacket Temperature rating
Wire strandedness or number of strands
Labeling Requirements?
Treatment to pigtail end
RoHs?

The Untold Story Of The Bug That Almost Sank The Dreamcast's North American Launch

Audio IC hardware layout problem
Floating input pin causing the IC to flip into MIDI mode and crash the software

BL6: The Coolest* Console Ever

Video game console that is supposed to look like a 6 pack of beer
Has two chilled spots that actively cool the beverages
Six built in games like: Tekken7, SOUL CALIBUR VI and R.B.I Baseball 20

Ben Jordan of Autodesk will be a guest on the podcast

Product manager and is responsible for the EAGLE product
Get your Eagle questions in early!

Stephen

Adventures in Rpi 4

Did not get ERPnext running on the pi but I did dump about 10 to 15 hours into playing with the pi
Need to do something with it
ERPnext is pretty cool

Check it out if you have the need to control a whole business
Revisioning….

Repairs

Roland TR-606 drum matrix

Super impressive through hole stackup
Compact Battery powered
Everything triggers together
Some kind of bus issue
Schematic

Korg Poly Six

Just doing some cleanup and recal
Last page - random writing and some phone numbers - love it

Show Notes

MEP EP#251: Loopholes or Equivalent

Parker

  • Wiring Harness update
    • Wire Jacket Temperature rating
    • Wire strandedness or number of strands
    • Labeling Requirements?
    • Treatment to pigtail end
    • RoHs?
  • The Untold Story Of The Bug That Almost Sank The Dreamcast's North American Launch
    • Audio IC hardware layout problem
    • Floating input pin causing the IC to flip into MIDI mode and crash the software
  • BL6: The Coolest* Console Ever
    • Video game console that is supposed to look like a 6 pack of beer
    • Has two chilled spots that actively cool the beverages
    • Six built in games like: Tekken7, SOUL CALIBUR VI and R.B.I Baseball 20
  • Ben Jordan of Autodesk will be a guest on the podcast
    • Product manager and is responsible for the EAGLE product
    • Get your Eagle questions in early!

Stephen

  • Adventures in Rpi 4
    • Did not get ERPnext running on the pi but I did dump about 10 to 15 hours into playing with the pi
    • Need to do something with it
    • ERPnext is pretty cool
      • Check it out if you have the need to control a whole business
      • Revisioning….
  • Repairs
    • Roland TR-606 drum matrix
      • Super impressive through hole stackup
      • Compact Battery powered
      • Everything triggers together
      • Some kind of bus issue
      • Schematic
    • Korg Poly Six
      • Just doing some cleanup and recal
      • Last page - random writing and some phone numbers - love it

Creators & Guests

Host
Parker Dillmann
A Founder @MacroFab.Builds Electronics, Cars, & Jeeps.
Host
Stephen Kraig
EE
Producer
Chris Martin

What is Circuit Break - A MacroFab Podcast?

Dive into the electrifying world of electrical engineering with Circuit Break, a MacroFab podcast hosted by Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig. This dynamic duo, armed with practical experience and a palpable passion for tech, explores the latest innovations, industry news, and practical challenges in the field. From DIY project hurdles to deep dives with industry experts, Parker and Stephen's real-world insights provide an engaging learning experience that bridges theory and practice for engineers at any stage of their career.

Whether you're a student eager to grasp what the job market seeks, or an engineer keen to stay ahead in the fast-paced tech world, Circuit Break is your go-to. The hosts, alongside a vibrant community of engineers, makers, and leaders, dissect product evolutions, demystify the journey of tech from lab to market, and reverse engineer the processes behind groundbreaking advancements. Their candid discussions not only enlighten but also inspire listeners to explore the limitless possibilities within electrical engineering.

Presented by MacroFab, a leader in electronics manufacturing services, Circuit Break connects listeners directly to the forefront of PCB design, assembly, and innovation. MacroFab's platform exemplifies the seamless integration of design and manufacturing, catering to a broad audience from hobbyists to professionals.

About the hosts: Parker, an expert in Embedded System Design and DSP, and Stephen, an aficionado of audio electronics and brewing tech, bring a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the show. Their backgrounds in engineering and hands-on projects make each episode a blend of expertise, enthusiasm, and practical advice.

Join the conversation and community at our online engineering forum, where we delve deeper into each episode's content, gather your feedback, and explore the topics you're curious about. Subscribe to Circuit Break on your favorite podcast platform and become part of our journey through the fascinating world of electrical engineering.