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 # TeleLaunch — Multi-channel Wireless Launch Controller System #
 
-TeleLaunch is secure radio-controlled rocket launch system capable of
+TeleLaunch is a secure radio-controlled rocket launch system capable of
 operating up to 792 pads from a single controler.  A typical TeleLaunch 
 system consists of one TeleLCO unit and one or more TeleFire units.
 
@@ -21,7 +21,7 @@ in the case of pyro units the designated bank number.
 
 ## Launch Control Products ##
 
-All launch control units in the TeleLaunch system are designed to use
+All TeleLCO devices in the TeleLaunch system are designed to use
 a lithium polymer battery that can be recharged over USB.  They support 
 distinct arm and fire switches, continuous indication of igniter 
 continuity, and have super-bright LED indicators for remote arming, 
@@ -48,9 +48,16 @@ The TeleLCO hardware design is available from
 [git.gag.com](http://git.gag.com) in the project 
 [hw/telelco](http://git.gag.com/?p=hw/telelco;a=summary).  
 
-## Pyro Boxes ##
+For those who don't have ready access to the Lepton-EDA and pcb-rnd tool suites, 
+here are pdf snapshots of the files for PCB version 2.0 in more easily 
+readable form:
 
-Each pyro box in the TeleLaunch system uses FET technology for lowest 
+* [schematic](telelco-v2.0/telelco-sch.pdf)
+* [pcb artwork](telelco-v2.0/telelco-pcb.pdf)
+
+## TeleFire Boxes ##
+
+Each TeleFire box in the TeleLaunch system uses FET technology for lowest 
 possible resistance paths, allowing maximum current to be reliably 
 delivered from the power source to the igniter leads. TeleFire boards can 
 be powered by any 10-15V supply, typically a 12V sealed lead acid 
@@ -64,8 +71,8 @@ Each board features:
 
  * Super-bright LEDs for continuity, arming and RF quality indicators.
 
- * Strobe and Siren. TeleFireFour has two 12V medium current (5A) outputs
-   to drive a siren and strobe light when the launch system is armed
+ * Strobe and Siren. TeleFire boards have has two 12V medium current (5A) 
+   outputs to drive a siren and strobe light when the launch system is armed
    and ready to fire.
 
  * Local arming switch. When in the safe position, power is completely
@@ -73,14 +80,6 @@ Each board features:
    of the LCO accidentally engaging firing circuits during rocket 
    preparations at the pad.
 
- * Each board is designed to fit in a standard Hammond weather-sealed
-   polycarbonate enclosure with weather-sealed rocker switches for
-   power and arming plus cable glands for DC input cable and igniter 
-   output cables.  Alternatively, boards can be configured to mount
-   in the user's choice of enclosure, such as a metal ammo box or 
-   larger NEMA enclosure with space for the user's choice of 
-   external connectors.
-
 ### TeleFireEight ###
 
 <a href="telefireeight-v2/tf8-overview.png"> <img src="telefireeight-v2/tf8-overview-small.png"></a>
@@ -104,7 +103,12 @@ The TeleFireEight hardware design is available from
 [git.gag.com](http://git.gag.com) in the project 
 [hw/telefireeight](http://git.gag.com/?p=hw/telefireeight;a=summary).  
 
-## [Future Products](futures.html)
+For those who don't have ready access to the Lepton-EDA and pcb-rnd tool suites, 
+here are pdf snapshots of the files for PCB version 2 in more easily 
+readable form:
+
+* [schematic](telefireeight-v2/telefireeight-sch.pdf)
+* [pcb artwork](telefireeight-v2/telefireeight-pcb.pdf)
 
 ## Documentation ##
 
@@ -126,7 +130,8 @@ likely to produce an easier to use configuration program eventually.
 ## Availability ##
 
 TeleLCO and TeleFireEight are now in production, and available for purchase
-directly through the [Garbee and Garbee](https://shop.gag.com) online store.
+directly through the [Garbee and Garbee](https://shop.gag.com/telelaunch.html) 
+online store.
 
 ## Licenses ##
 
@@ -136,3 +141,5 @@ TeleLaunch hardware is licensed under the [TAPR](http://www.tapr.org)
 TeleLaunch software is licensed 
 [GPL version 2](http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html)
 
+## [Future Products](futures.html)
+