Some of my Microcontroller projects done with PIC. I'm trying to provide a FREE (yes, FREE) source of DIY, weekend projects, garage projects and lots of crazy things to build. Don't complain or blame on me if you don't follow the instructions as indicated.

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Getting Started with PICs.
Ideas, tips and how to getting started with microcontrollers projects. (6/4/2007)
ADC without ADC.
Here is a example how to read analog values without an Analog-to-Digital converter. Any Microchip PIC microcontroller without ADC can be used. (10/1/2006)
Air Display.
A Noisemaker without noise. (04/28/2004)
Four Digit Counter
An Easy to build & multifunctional counter with 7-Segment Led Display. (5/06/2004)
Hitachi LCD Displays
LCD displays Hitachi Compatible, Data and Tips.
How To Control Multiple Leds
Multiplexing the I/O ports, you can control many leds using a few ports. Improved! (5/21/2006)
INSIDER V1.0
In-Circuit debugger, created by E.E. Atanasios Melimopoulos. Updated Ver 1r1 (3/20/2009)
LCD Clock/Calendar
LCD Display with Date and Time, 12hr format. (12/12/2004)
Led Chaser.
A sequential light chaser using the PIC 12F629. (04/21/2004)
Led Chaser II
Led Chaser Version 2, Improved. Use it as "Led chaser" or "Third Brake Light". (1/30/2005)
Led Clock
12Hr Led clock using 16F84 or 16F628. Also, schematic to build a Jumbo clock is included. (6/05/2004)
16F84 version have a problem, pending to be fixed. Updated! (9/6/2006)
Matrix Led Display.
A mini display using an array de 5x24 LEDs using Microchip PIC 16F628. (10/14/2004)
ON/OFF with Microcontrollers.
Here is a technique how to implement an ON/OFF button using microcontrollers. (11/22/2006)
One Second Timebase.
Here is the instructions how to get one-second (1hz) pulses from a broken quartz clock. This is a precision timebase generator that can be used in any project that needs exactly one-second pulses. (6/11/2006)
PIC 16F505
Some information about the new Microchip PIC 16F505. (10/12/2006)
My PIC Programmer
An easy-to-build PIC programmer, based in the JDM. Uses the serial port. (10/24/2004)
PIC Programmer sent by Fco. Arroyo.
Francisco Arroyo Garcia sent this schematic as an alternative to program MICROCHIP PICs. This programmer is a JDM-based and works fine to program the PIC 16F628A. (12/7/2006)
Security Keypad.
This Electronic Code Lock uses a 12-keys keypad is used to enter a password and open an electrick lock or any other device with a signal. Uses an 8-pin PIC 12F629. (11/17/2004)
Security Keypad II
An improved version that can be used on security vaults, Doors with electric latches, Alarms, Safety devices and many other uses. It uses an HITACHI LCD (16x1 or 8x1) and a matrix keypad. The HEX code is available for 16F84A and 16F628. (5/27/2006)
Soundmeter
A simple soundmeter using the PIC 16F628 or 16F84 (5/20/2006)
Tachometer/RPM.
Easy to build using only a few components. With some modifications, it can be used in an automovil. This Tachometer uses a PIC 16F628.(06/12/2004)
Tachometer/RPM II.
This is an improved version of the Tachometer created specially to measure up to 9,999 RPM. Uses a PIC 16F628. (04/24/2006)
Tachometer for Bikes (circuit).
Here are some instructions how to connect the Tachometer version II to a single cylinder. Thanks Firoz! (3/9/2007)
Timebase generator.
One Minute/One Second Pulse generator. Ideal to be used to build any clock. Uses a 12F629. (05/31/2004)
Traffic Light.
A two-way Traffic light using a PIC 12F629. As bonus, a traffic light that doesn't use a PIC is included. (05/13/2004)
Water Level Control/Monitor.
A simple way to control the level of any liquid in any container. (05/20/2004)
Where to get parts.
Tips to get cheap parts and some parts distribuitors than sell good and inexpensive parts. (6/10/2006)