I have an A-154 configured to control two A-155's. I've noticed that for Trigger Rows 1&2 for both A-155's, some steps seem to generate one or more extra, erroneous trigger pulses. I looked at the output on a scope, and I see the following: Steps 1 and 5 show the main trigger pulse, followed by three very low- level pulses at the spots where steps 2, 3, and 5 would be. Steps 3 and 7 show the main trigger pulse, followed by one very low- level pulse at the spot where steps 4 and 8 would be. Steps 2, 4, 6, and 8 function normally. These extra pulses are strong enough to at least partially trigger an envelope generator controlling a VCA with an osc feeding into it. For example, with all steps/rows on both sequencers in the 'off' position, except for row 1/step 1 on one seq, I get an envelope trigger at step one, followed by a lower-level trigger at step 2 (and in theory, it probably triggers again steps 3 and 5, if the envelope was set properly). These extra pulses stay in sync when I adjust the clock rate. I had this same problem when I first got the sequencers back in January, except at that time, row 3 also had the same problem. With only one A-155 connected to the A-154, there is no problem. Either A- 155 will function properly with the A-154, but once they are chained together, the problem appears. I sent the A-154 back to Analogue Haven for replacement, and the new one they sent me worked fine for a couple of months, until yesterday when this malfunction resurfaced. Other relevant information: The connecting cables were replaced as well. The sequencers are all powered by a single new PSU2. Aside from the A-100, there is nothing else in close proximity which could be causing interference. I'm hoping there is a simple answer other than shipping back more modules... Thanks, David
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A-154/dual A-155 combination false triggering problem
2006-04-06 by deastman2
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