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Re: Sub-oscillator question

2006-07-13 by Richard Brewster

I found that some makes of 4017 (ST Micro to be specific) do not clock
well at low frequencies. Try a Texas Instruments 4017 and see if it
makes a difference. Hopefully you socketted the IC.

Richard Brewster
http://www.pugix.com

betweenpie wrote:
> I have just completed a sub-oscillator/harmonic sequencer kit from Elby.
> All inputs, outputs and pots function and/or alter the sound.
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> However, I think the 4017 may be kaput, as nothing comes through when
> point B is connected to C (A works fine), and /2, /3, /5 or COM are
> connected.
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> I have checked all lines and points leading to the chip and they are
> all good.
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> Can anyone think of another cause outside of a faulty 4017 before I
> order a new chip?
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> Otherwise the machine is sweet...thanks
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