Was it Richard Purdie who wrote on Saturday 02 November 2002 11:58:
> Hi,
>
> I'm trying to repair a broken hifi system and I've fixed everything except
> the serial to parallel converter it contains. The chip is the NJU3718 made
> by the Japan Radio Company (JRC).
>
> It's a 20 bit Serial to Parallel Converter in a 28pin SDIP operrating at
> 5Mhz+ data rates. I have the data sheet so I know all about what it does
> but I'm having difficulty obtaining one here in the UK.
>
> Does anyone know:
>
> a) Where I could get a NJU3718 in the UK?
> b) If there's a replacement I could use? (I'm not concerned about pin
> compatibility - just functionality).
>
> Does anyone ave any thoughts?
I hope I never get stuck for one of those ;-). Well, you did ask for ANY
thoughts.
But seriously, the usual approach I take is to phone the distributor or
nearest sales outlet. If that fails, the manufacturer. When you get to a
distributor, If the things are being sold, they will be able to tell you
which agent has stock. You then ring the agent, and buy. As you are probably
a good way away from an agent, expect to run into an moq. Have your full part
number (with all the letters after it)
You could also try Jaap's scarce chip buddies, but don't hold your breath.
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