An easy to understand description of how a radio works. This video is a compliment to video #113, but using every day equipment, with a "more honed" easier to understand explanation. See the whole signal chain right to the audio amplifier do its thing. For a complete explanation of every capacito...
2024-10-16 23:41:22 +0000 UTC View Post
A behind the scenes tour of the high current mystery device in the next video, before I begin the process of making it work. More news about the GRR Series, regarding it's future, and more!
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2024-10-03 00:51:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Transformer knowledge to make your projects easier, and save you money too! Learn how to easily add windings to existing transformers to make them more versatile. Also: Did you know many pieces of equipment have a winding you can use to buck the AC line built right in? See how to use that winding...
2024-09-17 03:39:33 +0000 UTC View Post
Use this video and circuit to better help you visualize how an oscillator works, and how capacitors get affected by temperature change. Compare what you see on the breadboard to whats displayed on a scope screen. Oscillator "dead time" explained and much more. Enjoy!
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2024-09-02 22:39:09 +0000 UTC View Post
A great circuit for your files! (See Schematic Attachment) This boost supply will provide output current from only 3 Volts input, and because it's unregulated, the sky is the limit regarding output voltage. Simple modifications will a provide B+ level output. Enjoy!
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2024-08-16 14:46:10 +0000 UTC View Post
Further range, and the ability to tune to (or peak) the desired frequency... It works fantastic! Modified schematic and info attachments below. Enjoy!
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Is the new Weller D550 worth purchasing? I went out and bought one just to share this info with you. Enjoy.
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2024-07-17 05:39:07 +0000 UTC View Post
More Capacitor Knowledge - Use this information to protect your test equipment input/output from harmful DC spikes.
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2024-07-02 15:10:49 +0000 UTC View Post
A small low current supply for various applications. A larger supply design is on its way as well! Enjoy!
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2024-06-16 07:59:47 +0000 UTC View Post
Need a cheap B+ supply? Heres how to find the parts for next to nothing! An upcoming project release (working on it right now, really... Almost as I type this!) And More. Enjoy!
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2024-06-02 22:05:23 +0000 UTC View Post
A very neat circuit that will impress anyone interested in radio. It works like magic! No tricks involved. A "must have" for receiver repairs, alignments, and restorations. Enjoy!
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2024-05-16 15:39:33 +0000 UTC View Post
Great circuits that bring life to receivers. Enjoy!
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This is an update episode with some great stuff coming (file release) starting in the next video here on Patreon. All my favorite circuits are coming here, with instructional videos and attachments! See the above video for more details. ENJOY! ....And if you are excited show me your enthu...
2024-04-15 16:06:29 +0000 UTC View Post
How bad is it, and what to expect. Is it an OK product, all "fakeness" aside?
The Mr Carlson's Lab electronics forum is here: https://mrcarlsonslab.com/
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2024-04-02 15:24:03 +0000 UTC View Post
The Finished Product! See how it goes together with some tips and tricks along the way. Enjoy!
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2024-03-16 18:13:53 +0000 UTC View Post
These are the tools, and the test equipment I find myself continually returning to and using the most out of all. I always go back to these tools first. Use this as a guide to help with your future purchases. Much of the equipment displayed in this video is found for very reasonable prices at onl...
2024-03-02 16:23:16 +0000 UTC View Post
Here are some steps for applying artwork to your projects, to make them appear like a factory job. Use these tips to make your own custom creations. Forum link below ⬇
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Here is the recipe for a great looking project! Use this information for multiple different builds, it's so easy to do, and looks very professional. Drill guide and artwork ATTACHMENTS below the description. The Forum link (at launch) will be added below as well. Enjoy!
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2024-02-02 19:35:51 +0000 UTC View Post
Use this information to help guide you in your next repair or restoration. Lot's of additional capacitor knowledge passed on as well! Forum news at the end of this video.
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2024-01-16 18:13:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Happy New Year Everyone! Lot's of great projects, inventions, and more, coming in 2024! Here is a very quick run down of whats ahead, and more to be added!
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2024-01-02 17:41:16 +0000 UTC View Post
"SCHEMATIC NOW ATTACHED BELOW." Today is packed with goodness! The Carlson Ultra Probe Demodulator-Amplifier PCB is done, and below this video is all the attachments! The all new "Mr Carlson's Lab Electronics Forum" is in the works, and it's almost ready to launch. Everyone here ...
2023-12-16 18:41:39 +0000 UTC View Post
See and hear the performance of the new Carlson Ultra Probe base unit! The Demodulator / Detector - Amplifier Schematic "EXP," and the "Specific Parts List" are both below this video as attachments. Enjoy!
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2023-12-03 02:22:01 +0000 UTC View Post
See how well the Carlson Ultra Probe detector-amplifier works, and hear about my thought process through the build.
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2023-11-16 13:58:33 +0000 UTC View Post
Let's test three new packs of paper and see which makes the nicest PCB transfer, (Toner Transfer Method.) Ultra Probe base (Detector Amplifier) update. Enjoy!
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2023-11-03 00:52:41 +0000 UTC View Post
The highly requested "Thru-Hole Version" of the Carlson Ultra Probe is here, with some extra perks too! The PCB file and component map are below as attachments. Enjoy!
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2023-10-16 12:59:33 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is the simplified "Experimental" version for Thru-Hole and SMD builds. The Box you see can house the boards and act as a probe shell for a larger easier build for those of you that prefer Thru-Hole, Dead Bug, or Perfboard construction. A lot more great additions to this project on the way, I...
2023-10-02 11:22:58 +0000 UTC View Post
Awake for 18 hours and.......
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Here is a link to the list of video's here on Patreon, NEW LIST of Videos: 2023-09-16 19:20:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Here are all the files and instructions for the Carlson Ultra Probe, see the "Attachments" below for printable documents. Enjoy!
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2023-09-15 23:00:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Here's the newest invention at Mr Carlson's Lab. If you though the Carlson "Super Probe" was sensitive, check out the sensitivity of the new "Ultra Probe!" Also: A parts order "heads up" before this is mentioned on YouTube. Enjoy!
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2023-09-03 07:52:57 +0000 UTC View Post
The new Invention will be announced here first, before being mentioned on YouTube, as suppliers may sell out of components quickly. Common questions answered regarding the previous release.
Previous projects "Project Box" part #: Hammond 1551G
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2023-08-16 22:08:28 +0000 UTC View Post