Virtual Circuit Board Software?

I used to have a software where you could virtually create an electronic circuit and test it. I am drawing a blank and cannot think of the name. Anyone remember / use the software ?? What was it called ?? Is there something similar ??

By component parts on April 8, 2010 | Measurement | 2 comments
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Learning to play on electronic drum set- good or bad idea?

Something along the lines of Roland HD-1. I figured it would save me some space and my neighbors wouldn’t hate me as much. I’m wondering if it would be counter-productive to learn on an electronic as opposed to a real set. Seems like they would have a totally different feel.

By component parts on April 6, 2010 | Basic Theory | 5 comments
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Looking for an exclusive or electronic component?

I am installing a backup camera into my car the license plate light is blinding the camera at night time making it useless. I can’t figure out the name of the electronic component i need. There are two inputs and one output. A is the reverse light volt. (just used for signal). B is the license plate light. C is the output of the circuit.Normally A is off (when moving forward) so only B is detected and there is an output from C. When voltage is detected on input A, the circuit should cut power to output C.

-Thanks

By component parts on April 3, 2010 | Components | 1 comment
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How long do you keep boxes of electronics?

I’ve accumulated a lot of “specialty” boxes for all the electronics in my life. I’ve got mp3, gps, computer, cell phone, components, and wireless device boxes for all the electronics I have and I generally try and keep them. I’m about to move and I’d like to get rid of them but I worry I may need them to send in or something like that. Any thoughts?

By component parts on April 2, 2010 | How To Electronics | 3 comments
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How do I set up cell phone service for someone without them knowing?

My brother is always complaining about his cell phone and service and it expires soon, so as a Christmas gift I want to get him a new phone and service with AT&T. Will they let me purchase a new phone and set up a service without him and then maybe he can come in and activate it after wards? How would this work? Would I still be able to buy the phone at the discounted price?

By component parts on March 28, 2010 | General | 1 comment
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