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RE: [PolySix] The case for a new case

2010-05-29 by lanrosta

Why not opt for something a little nicer than plywood, like oak or cherry wood? It s a pretty simple block design that you can easily trace the outline and

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The case for a new case

2010-05-29 by y964omw

Hi Polysixsters, I was recently considering replacing the old chip board case on my favourite Polysix as it is in a bit of a state, to say the least. Does any

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Re: [PolySix] Re: [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-28 by Andrew Jury

Hi Don, Here¹s what I¹ll using for my boards this summer! I have chosen the following types because they are reasonably easy to get straight off the peg and

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RE: [PolySix] Re: [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-28 by backshall1 (dsl)

Hi Andy, Any similar thoughts on capacitors? There are so many types out there, the cheapest being the little ceramic discs. Would it hurt to use a more

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Re: [PolySix] Re: [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-28 by Andrew Jury

Yup, 26 in my case and it doesn¹t seem to be a series I have come across too often (if ever) in the past. However, there is no denying it, it does exist!

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Re: [PolySix] Re: [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-28 by Andrew Jury

Hi, There is no problem with this. However, 5% carbon film resistors are general less expensive because of their lower tolerance. Try and stick to the spec if

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Re: [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-28 by del_poolp@hotmail.com

Hi, I have another question. You think that have a problem there if I use only resistances metal 1 % (on the place of 5%) ??? it s ok for recent project, but

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Re: [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-28 by Scott

... I worked in test and new product development for 25 years and NEVER came across a 0.6 watt resistor....Keep it at 0.5

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Re: [PolySix] Re: Cold Reset problem

2010-05-28 by Andrew Jury

Hi Don, Of course the resonator is connected across pins 2 and 3 of the 8048. If you have a spare it might be worth seeing if how it behaves with an

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Re: Cold Reset problem

2010-05-28 by longenough2002

Thanks to Andy for clarifying the difference between the ceramic resonator and a crystal. If I had gone looking for a replacement, I would have purchased the

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Re: [PolySix] [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-28 by M Ll

Ha! No! I knew you would have a small squad of working PCBs under your belt :p Though any field notes would be helpful if you come across anything new :) ///m

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Re: [PolySix] [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-27 by Andrew Jury

Hi, I have a working one and I am currently building another 8! Does that count?! Cheers, Andy ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

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Re: [PolySix] [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-27 by M Ll

Thanks for all the replies everyone :) Glad to hear the 0.5W is worth the risk. I figured it would be OK but I had to ask. I m in Toronto, Canada. We have a

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Re: [PolySix] [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-27 by Andrew Jury

Hello, I think the most important thing to focus on is making sure these are 1% metal film types and of accurate value. This particular series (E96) is

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Re: [PolySix] [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-27 by Jed Jorgensen

I think you are going to be more than fine with 1/2 watt. j ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

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Re: [PolySix] [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-27 by fire sine

For decent coin, too? I was thinking the same thing. ... From: Chromatest J. Pantsmaker Subject: Re: [PolySix] [Group Buy PCBs] To:

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Re: [PolySix] [Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-27 by Chromatest J. Pantsmaker

Where do you live where you can source all those parts locally? Man... that must be nice! Sorry, for not having an actual answer for you though. ... -- .sig

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[Group Buy PCBs]

2010-05-27 by ML

Hi folks! I had a quick question about the 367A PCB from the group buy. I m trying to get my hands on the parts locally as opposed to purchasing them from

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Re: Cold Reset problem

2010-05-22 by grantpbt

Both the crystal and capacitors have characteristics quite important to achieving god oscillation, especially in the old days. ;-) Make sure all the values

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Re: [PolySix] Re: Cold Reset problem

2010-05-21 by Andrew Jury

Hi Don, I am actually away from the lab at the moment so can¹t give you an absolutely definitive answer, but shouldn t a CPU clock be a square wave, or there

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Re: Cold Reset problem

2010-05-21 by longenough2002

Well, the reset seems to be okay. That 6 MHz crystal on the other hand does not seem to be behaving well. I can t actually get a good picture of it on the

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Re: [PolySix] Cold Reset problem

2010-05-18 by M Ll

I ve removed them successfully several times to replace just tact switches. It s definitely ok if you re careful and you can even salvage the LED in the

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Re: [PolySix] Cold Reset problem

2010-05-18 by Andrew Jury

Hi Don, Best thing to do measure pin 4 on the CPU at switch on. The output from the comparator should drop active low for about a second and then swing back to

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Cold Reset problem

2010-05-18 by longenough2002

I ve got a Polysix here that doesn t seem to initialize properly on cold mornings. Symptoms range from mild to bizarre. Sometimes I turn it on and the lights

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I want to buy the buttons "middlepiece"

2010-05-17 by grandpianoguy

I would love to buy some buttons for my synthesizer. A couple of buttons are broken and they needs to be replaced. The switch is working just fine and i havent

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Vincent from yahoo group P6

2010-05-16 by kluberrrrr

Hey Andy, I d like to thank sincerley you for your help and I give you an other email of mine kluber@hotmail.com The thing is my other account is flood by some

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Re: [PolySix] Re: MG section problem

2010-05-16 by Andrew Jury

Vincent, So let¹s recap... You checked the voltage rails generated by the power supply were accurate. You checked the battery as well (not necessary at this

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Re: MG section problem

2010-05-15 by kluberrrrr

Eventually I did the D/A adjustment. All steps went fine except the 7 one because I don t have an oscilloscope yet. (working on it)

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Re: MG section problem

2010-05-15 by kluberrrrr

Hey, Thanks everybody for your explanations So I did check the battery Voltage ( in the service manual they said it should be between 3.6V and 4.10) my

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Re: [PolySix] Re: MG section problem

2010-05-15 by Andrew Jury

Vincent, Many of the functions which are not working are reliant on the multiplexor bus (the two 4051s). Given this you should definitely attempt the, first ,

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Re: [PolySix] Re: MG section problem

2010-05-15 by Jed Jorgensen

Hi Vincent, What Paul said is correct. You can also use the Test Points (known as TP x ) which are little brass hooks with a yellow bead at the bottom. The

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RE: [PolySix] Re: MG section problem

2010-05-15 by Paul T

there is a blank white plastic 2 pinned connector just below a capacitor and near a VR on the rear panel mounted power board (for the 52k load) - the j1/2/7

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Re: MG section problem

2010-05-15 by kluberrrrr

HI there! I m really you guys crossed my thread! Thanks again to take time to help me! To Jed and Andy, I will undo the R09 fix tomorrow, I d like to start as

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Re: [PolySix] Re: MG section problem

2010-05-14 by Jed Jorgensen

Man, I m way too impatient this morning. Andy just sent me a complete copy of the manual. That is now up on my website. I m also putting a copy in the file

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Re: [PolySix] Re: MG section problem

2010-05-14 by Jed Jorgensen

Hi Vincent, Yes, put R9 back and re-jumper the trace you cut. That modification isn t recommended unless you have LFO noise present that can t be fixed by

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Re: [PolySix] Re: MG section problem

2010-05-14 by Andrew Jury

Vincent, First thing. Does the P6 do the same thing in Œmanual¹ mode. If you have just constructed the board the SRAM will be in an unknown state and the

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Re: MG section problem

2010-05-14 by kluberrrrr

Hi Jed, first I d like to thank you for what you did for the P6 itself and of course its users! Even if my P6 doesn t work yet I remain positive :) I also

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