This article shows how to approximate the behaviour of a regular diode in a mathematical equation and how to subsequently implement the behaviour in software. The DSP algorithm can be modified to implement different topologies, such as single diode clipping, dual diode symmetrical soft clipping or asymmetrical clipping. The easiest way to implement distortion through […]
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Arduino GIGA R1 WiFi | Audio Loopback Example
This article shows a basic sketch outline to use the Arduino GIGA R1 WiFi for audio DSP experiments. The sketch presented makes use of the Advanced Analog Library to implement a simple audio loopback device. UPDATE: There also is a German version of this article available on my German blog: Arduino GIGA R1 WiFi | […]
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Program uBlox GPS-module timepulse frequency (dynamically) with an Arduino
The uBlox GPS-modules are capable of providing various reference clock signals through the TIMEPULSE pin. By default, this pin outputs a 1 pulse-per-second (PPS) signal. For an upcoming project, a GPS disciplined oscillator (GPSDO), this output had to be adjusted to 100 kHz. Instead of using the manufactuer’s software, u-center, this task is supposed to […]
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SITOR-B / NAVTEX Test Signal Generation
This article shows how to generate valid NAVTEX message bitstream using an Arduino. The Arduino implements proper CCIR476 character encoding, SITOR-B forward error correction, synchronization and phasing signals. An entry-level function generator is then used as a FSK modulator on 518 kHz where it can be received by a NAVTEX receiver. UPDATE: There also is […]
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Arduino |Automatically Save Variables to EEPROM on Power-Down
A recurring challenge for Arduino projects is that variables are volatile and will be lost completely unless previously stored to some sort of non-volatile storage such as de inbuilt EEPROM. This article shows a minimalistic approach to detect sudden loss of power and automatically store a variable to an EEPROM adress. First I should mention […]
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