Super Simple Ipod Battery Charger (Altoids Tin)

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Super Simple Ipod Battery Charger (Altoids Tin)

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Super Basic 5v regulator circuit

Get the Goods

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You will need:
1. A 9v or greater battery
2. A 9v battery clip
3. A lm7805 or lp2954 5v regulator (Sampled from Maxim-Dallas)
4. A female Usb port (also sampled but from keyeleco.com)

The Circuit

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This is the most complex circuit you will ever see in your life.

Test!

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My camer caouldnt capture this but if you did this right the little charging or charged icon should appear in your upper right hand corner of the screen.