http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 23:52:52 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Restoring-your-broken-XBee/
Restoring Your Broken XBee - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/Z7RG/H05Y7PEV/FOTZ7RGH05Y7PEV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/Z7RG/H05Y7PEV/FOTZ7RGH05Y7PEV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/Z7RG/H05Y7PEV/FOTZ7RGH05Y7PEV.SMALL.jpg Qtechknow Just a while ago, I had a problem of bricking my xbees.  I was using moltosenso IRON and I accidentally loaded the wrong firmware on it.  For this tutorial, I will use series 2 XBees (not proven to work yet on series 1) and restore them to their original state.  Most all problems with not showing up...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 06:23:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Wi-Tricity-Wireless-Electricity-1/
Wi-Tricity (Wireless Electricity) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/08AY/GZACIZGY/FXH08AYGZACIZGY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/08AY/GZACIZGY/FXH08AYGZACIZGY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/08AY/GZACIZGY/FXH08AYGZACIZGY.SMALL.jpg howtowithmanish Wireless electricity is one of the most emerging solutions to the global power crisis. It is defined as the transfer of wireless electricity or power from a source to a load without the use of any artificial interconnecting conductors such as wires. Wireless electricity is being used primarily on th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:58:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Simpler-Bluetooth-Garage-Door-Opener/
Simpler Bluetooth Garage Door Opener - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/NNPS/GY0J7SNJ/FGENNPSGY0J7SNJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/NNPS/GY0J7SNJ/FGENNPSGY0J7SNJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/NNPS/GY0J7SNJ/FGENNPSGY0J7SNJ.SMALL.jpg tcollinsworth A few months ago, I created an Instructable that showed you how to bluetooth enable your garage door, car starter, and other myriad things.  I have expanded on that design to now make it even easier for you to bluetooth enable devices and control them from your phone / tablet.  No soldering...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 04:09:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Wireless-Ipod-Charger/
Wireless Power Charger! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/UXH0/GUK0ZR4P/FSQUXH0GUK0ZR4P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/UXH0/GUK0ZR4P/FSQUXH0GUK0ZR4P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/UXH0/GUK0ZR4P/FSQUXH0GUK0ZR4P.SMALL.jpg Inducktion Wirelessly power your iDevices! Wow, I'm really surprised at how many views this is getting! Thank you everyone for reading! I recently made a boost converter (for those unfamiliar with them, they effectively boost the voltage up to a useable amount) to make a USB Ipod charger using 2 AA batterie...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Nov 2011 00:08:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Hack-Wifi-and-how-to-avoid-being-hacked-/
How to Hack Wifi (and how to avoid being hacked): WEP/WPA/WPA2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/78DM/GT2P3BYM/F0578DMGT2P3BYM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/78DM/GT2P3BYM/F0578DMGT2P3BYM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/78DM/GT2P3BYM/F0578DMGT2P3BYM.SMALL.gif techdls This guide is meant to show how easy it is to hack wireless networks if the proper security measures are not in place. First I will show how to hack a WEP or WPA/WPA2 Network and then I will give tips on how to avoid getting hacked. This is important information in our techno-savy culture. If your...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:11:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-Build-WIFI-24GHz-Yagi-Antenna/
Easy to Build WIFI 2.4GHz Yagi Antenna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/IT9I/GPLJ2IOL/FV1IT9IGPLJ2IOL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/IT9I/GPLJ2IOL/FV1IT9IGPLJ2IOL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/IT9I/GPLJ2IOL/FV1IT9IGPLJ2IOL.SMALL.jpg Biotele This antenna will extend the range of your WiFi or 2.4GHz devices (like surveillance cameras) into many miles and kilometers. A yagi antenna is basically a telescope for radio waves. I tired the pringle can antenna and the Yagi beats it hands down in performance. What You Need This is an absol...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 09:08:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bluetooth-Headset-Hack/
Bluetooth Headset Hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/H9OJ/GRTHSSZZ/FV6H9OJGRTHSSZZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/H9OJ/GRTHSSZZ/FV6H9OJGRTHSSZZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/H9OJ/GRTHSSZZ/FV6H9OJGRTHSSZZ.SMALL.jpg dex3844 My mum wanted to play some music from my desktop computer on her stereo(which doesnt have usb support but has stereo jack audio input) - and I was looking for reasons to hack stuff. so i took  old broken bluetooth headset (that my ex broke...bla bla ) and  hacked it to include a stereo jack - and no...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Aug 2011 01:50:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Fast-Cheap-and-Easy-Wifi-Cantenna/
Fast, Cheap, and Easy Wifi Cantenna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/LCZ1/GRG3ZGKD/FSYLCZ1GRG3ZGKD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/LCZ1/GRG3ZGKD/FSYLCZ1GRG3ZGKD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/LCZ1/GRG3ZGKD/FSYLCZ1GRG3ZGKD.SMALL.jpg sidorthatotherguy This instructable is on how to make a wifi wave guide antenna for FREEEEE! (Assuming you already have a few things.)  Materials Can (I just used a #10 can) Knife USB WIFI dongle USB extension cord (my dongle came with one) That's it. Cut Cut a hole in the can towards the bottom (see picture) j...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2011 22:43:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bluetooth-Garage-Door-Opener-Car-Starter/
Bluetooth Garage Door Opener & Car Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/YX8U/GPBD5EW9/F59YX8UGPBD5EW9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/YX8U/GPBD5EW9/F59YX8UGPBD5EW9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/YX8U/GPBD5EW9/F59YX8UGPBD5EW9.SMALL.jpg tcollinsworth If you're like me, you nearly always carry your phone or are frequently at a computer. I often find it more convenient when I can interact with the things around me like the garage doors, car starter, sprinklers, electric blankets, holiday decorations, etc. via my phone or computer. It is rela...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Jul 2011 22:51:42 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Wireless-Altoids-Cycle-Computer/
Wireless Altoids Cycle Computer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/PZTV/GMIGH5B6/FKBPZTVGMIGH5B6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/PZTV/GMIGH5B6/FKBPZTVGMIGH5B6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/PZTV/GMIGH5B6/FKBPZTVGMIGH5B6.SMALL.jpg Alexdlp This instructable will show you the how to build your own remote cycle computer for your bike! A word of warning though... this one's a monster!! Background So a few weeks ago, my usual speedometer for my bike gave up and eventually stopped working completely. I have had it for a good number of yea...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Apr 2011 03:42:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Wifi-Extender-Cantenna-build-with-a-stand/
DIY Wifi Extender - Cantenna build with a stand. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/U50U/GINP19ZS/FZYU50UGINP19ZS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/U50U/GINP19ZS/FZYU50UGINP19ZS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/U50U/GINP19ZS/FZYU50UGINP19ZS.SMALL.jpg budgethackdotcom This antenna is one of the easiest and cheapest things you could build to extend the range of your wifi network.  Most of the materials are probably sitting in your cupboard right now so it really can be built on a shoestring budget. Bill of Materials: Two milo tins or similar F-Type chassie mo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Jan 2011 03:13:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/NES-Cartridge-Wireless-Router/
NES Cartridge Wireless Router - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/D51D/GFRWN3QB/FM8D51DGFRWN3QB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/D51D/GFRWN3QB/FM8D51DGFRWN3QB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/D51D/GFRWN3QB/FM8D51DGFRWN3QB.SMALL.jpg UnconventionalHacker Now on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSsPpOVJvhc Forums now launched! http://unconventionalhacker.freeforums.org/index.php The goal of this Instructable is to create your own wireless router using an NES cartridge housing.  Thanks everyone for the positive feedback! We sincerely appre...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Nov 2010 16:34:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Personal-Applause-Sign/
Personal Applause Sign - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/WYRZ/GB5HE3FX/FBRWYRZGB5HE3FX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/WYRZ/GB5HE3FX/FBRWYRZGB5HE3FX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/WYRZ/GB5HE3FX/FBRWYRZGB5HE3FX.SMALL.gif randofo For the longest time, people have been neglecting to applaud my myriad accomplishments. I could not abide by this and henceforth set out to resolve this issue. The solution wasn't immediately obvious, but after mulling it over for a while, it suddenly hit me. People have been culturally conditioned ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:38:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Wifi-Signal-Strainer-WokFi/
Wifi Signal Strainer (WokFi) Long Distance - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/RFZP/F0HPZCGH/FDJRFZPF0HPZCGH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/RFZP/F0HPZCGH/FDJRFZPF0HPZCGH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/RFZP/F0HPZCGH/FDJRFZPF0HPZCGH.SMALL.jpg danfolkes In this instructable I make a common WiFi Thumbdrive into a beefy wifi extender!'The parabolic Asian cooking(dumpling) strainer is the perfect candidate for this project.I was able to pick up 20 more access points in the city and connect to a network a few blocks away! This is BY-FAR the most simpl...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2007 08:35:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-dirty-USB-wifi-dongle-waveguide/
Quick and dirty USB wifi dongle waveguide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9L35/GAAG2TIJ/FRP9L35GAAG2TIJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9L35/GAAG2TIJ/FRP9L35GAAG2TIJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9L35/GAAG2TIJ/FRP9L35GAAG2TIJ.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope This is a five minute fix to stealing neighbour net, it's not that pretty but it's simple and rather effective, plus it's fully adjustable for angles of up and down, not just side to side.  I haven't bothered with Db gains because if you're serious enough to care about them then you've got the wro...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Jun 2010 02:48:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Making-of-a-Beast-WRT54G-Mods-Part-One/
The Making of a Beast: WRT54G Mods, Part One - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/KY47/GAA12DPF/FASKY47GAA12DPF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/KY47/GAA12DPF/FASKY47GAA12DPF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/KY47/GAA12DPF/FASKY47GAA12DPF.SMALL.jpg sayton The WRT54G is one the most versatile routers; having a cheap price and a bunch of alternative firmware for it.  One can find them at swap meets and second hand store all over the US.  The can be used as access points, routers, bridges, repeaters and sometimes as all the above.  This instructable wi...
By: sayton

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Jun 2010 02:54:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Unleash-the-Power-of-Your-Router/
Unleash the Power of Your Router! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/R8V1/G8XPRJY5/FXWR8V1G8XPRJY5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/R8V1/G8XPRJY5/FXWR8V1G8XPRJY5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/R8V1/G8XPRJY5/FXWR8V1G8XPRJY5.SMALL.jpg NostalgicStone In this Instructable, we will be adding fans, a heatsink, and 9dB antenna to the LINKSYS WRT54G series router for use with DD-WRT firmware upgrade! These routers are…well…awesome. Before we begin I wanted to provide a rundown on the router to spark your interest, especially if you’ve never caught w...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 May 2010 08:28:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/LINUX-LEECH/
LINUX LEECH - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/6TSM/S4EERUX0ZWX/FS46TSMS4EERUX0ZWX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/6TSM/S4EERUX0ZWX/FS46TSMS4EERUX0ZWX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/6TSM/S4EERUX0ZWX/FS46TSMS4EERUX0ZWX.SMALL.jpg stone3408 This is portable Linux distribution that boots from a USB stick, that has wireless support, and is battery powered. The ultimate in portable Linux. WHY AND WHAT YOU NEED The goal of this project was to run linux and wireless support for linux from one common compact device. I ride my bike to t...
By: stone3408

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Sep 2006 23:09:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-Power-Wireless-Charging/
Low-Power Wireless Charging - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/UBW3/G5703OUF/F2RUBW3G5703OUF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/UBW3/G5703OUF/F2RUBW3G5703OUF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/UBW3/G5703OUF/F2RUBW3G5703OUF.SMALL.jpg gripen40k Hi and welcome to my first instructable! I'm going to show you how to make your own low-power wireless charging circuits that will let you pass electricity through the air (or any other non-metallic medium) over short distances. This is suitable for wireless battery and capacitor charging and power...
By: gripen40k

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Feb 2010 17:27:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Uni-Directional-WIFI-Range-Extender/
Uni-Directional WIFI Range Extender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/L3EP/8VJEPUCHVMO/FJQL3EP8VJEPUCHVMO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/L3EP/8VJEPUCHVMO/FJQL3EP8VJEPUCHVMO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/L3EP/8VJEPUCHVMO/FJQL3EP8VJEPUCHVMO.SMALL.jpg tm36usa Easily receive WIFI signals from far away using a standard USB WIFI adaptor and a bit of ingenuity. This Simple idea requires no modifications to a USB WIFI adaptor or your computer. A simple way to increase the signal strength and range of your WIFI. Plus it works with all USB WIFI adaptors Tools...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2006 00:53:11 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/WIFI-Antenna-Hack!/
WIFI Antenna Hack! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/7U57/F6S8S0TZ/FVJ7U57F6S8S0TZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/7U57/F6S8S0TZ/FVJ7U57F6S8S0TZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/7U57/F6S8S0TZ/FVJ7U57F6S8S0TZ.SMALL.jpg babblin5 Turn your standard WIFI antenna into one just like the $30 range extender antennas for about 5 cents! Follow these easy steps, and then check out the video if you need extra clarification. Digg if you like my very first Instructable. Remove the top of your stock WIFI antenna. A small flat jeweler...
By: babblin5

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2007 15:00:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Wire-Your-House-With-Cat-5-or-6-For-Ether/
How to Wire Your House With Cat-5 (or 6) For Ethernet Networking - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/SWKZ/FPKFCZE4/FUZSWKZFPKFCZE4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/SWKZ/FPKFCZE4/FUZSWKZFPKFCZE4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/SWKZ/FPKFCZE4/FUZSWKZFPKFCZE4.SMALL.jpg Rogue Agent Although wireless is simpler for a lot of people, due to multimedia sharing, bandwidth on my home network and my slight paranoia about wireless security, I really wanted to use a hard wired solution for home networking.Having a wired network allows me to have a private, high speed, network at home f...
By: Rogue Agent

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