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rev1b

###BOM:

  • BOM (for rev 1.c, rev1.b, rev1)
  • note this doesn't include part #s for the breakable, round/machine pin headers and sockets. re knobs: options include sifam (w/ "encoder caps"), rogan 2s, and cliff K85 (+ suitable cap).

###component overlay (bottom):

###notes:

  • generally speaking, it's a very easy + quick build. you can follow the values printed on the board, except:

    • ignore the pads labelled 29, and (if present) 79L05 and LM4040-3; none of this is required. the LM4040-5 is required.
  • if you have a pre-rev.1b PCB, as per BOM use 100k where it says 49k9 (around the MCP6004): see below.

  • other than that, no particular precautions. that said, make sure to look at the notes below re:

    • OLED pins/aluminium panels (these shouldn't touch !).
    • jumper(s).

###populate:

  • this is how it should look with the all the parts installed. note the socket for the teensy with extra hole for the DAC pin (1x14 + 1x14 + 1 extra pin):

  • pin header labelled clk/DAC: connect the two pins where it says DAC, ie the middle and top-most hole (cf picture above).

  • the second jumper (simply use wire) goes between the square pin and the middle pin (NB: entirely removed in rev 1c):

  • NB: in the above picture, a 79L05 was used (hence the unpopulated 1k* and lm4040 pads). as per BOM, use 1k + LM4040.

###jacks:

  • the jacks share the ground pad, facing each other:

###encoders:

  • NB: PCB versions prior to version rev.1c: if using the Bourns ones, the lugs won't fit the holes. you have to solder them onto the top side of the board, so that they line up with the jacks (or snip off the lugs):

  • rev1.c has wider holes, so the encoders will fit just fine:

###oled:

  • use a low profile socket. you'll have to trim the pins somewhat (or replace the header) so as to make things fit / line up with the other components (ie jacks, encoders):

  • if using an aluminium panel, make sure the OLED pins don't touch the panel! (ie cut them flush with the pcb)!

###finally. prepare the teensy:

  • you have to cut one trace, to separate V_USB and the external/eurorack PSU. this is the trace:

  • PCB versions prior to version rev.1b: these lack a suitable external pull-up to override the LED, so the onboard teensy SMD LED needs to be removed for right encoder switch to work properly. in most recent versions, the 10k resistor right next to the teensy 3v3 pin takes care of that. for older versions: don't worry, your teensy will be ok, the LED is entirely superfluous. you can easily identify the LED, it's near pin 14/A0. just snip it off with the tip of your iron. if you have a pcb labelled rev 1.b or rev 1.c, this is no longer required (as noted).

spacer:

  • to improve the mechanical stability, it makes sense to use a spacer (10mm, 3M) in between panel and PCB:

  • (in the picture, i cheated, because i ran out of 10mm spacers; but you get the idea).

done:

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