In SX Microcontrollers, SX/B Compiler and SX-Key Tool, robotworkshop wrote:

Hello,

After a few twists in the learning curve i've been having pretty good luck
using the SX28 and SX48 chips.  Since there wasn't a convient way to use
the SX48 on a breadboard or small robots I made one up that suited my
needs.  It has an onboard MAX232, a spot for DIP EEPROM, and is made
from parts that can be assembled without getting all the fancy surface
mount tools.  A fine tip iron, tweezers, and a bit of solder wick for the
CPU does the job nicely.  It made a nice upgrade from the BS2p40 I had
installed before.  Overall I am happy with the way it came out.   It has
a socket for an external resonator.  At this time there is not a socket for
an oscillator as I just couldn't fit it on the board and I really didn't need
it for what I am using the chip for.

Attached is a picture of my prototype.  The two extra wires are a mod
for the programing adapter that will get into the next rev of the board.

If there is interest I could certainly see about a full kit for a module like
this.  It would be a great way for someone to learn more about surface
mount parts.  It is like an OEM kit for the SX.

Let me know what you think.

Best Regards,

Robert

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