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--- midibox_lc [2007/09/28 07:09] – nebula
+++ midibox_lc [2016/08/05 17:58] (current) – ↷ Links adapted because of a move operation 192.243.55.130
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   * 3x DOUTX4 module for LED rings and LEDs
   * 1x LTC module
-  * 1x [[MF module]] if Motorfaders are to be used.
+  * 1x [[mf_ng_module]] if Motorfaders are to be used.
     If not "in main.asm, you have to set "ENABLE_MOTORDRIVER" to 0, this disables the motor control." as per TK [[http://www.midibox.org/forum/index.php?topic=5262.0|here]]
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 ===== Why does the value of the Encoder change automatically after few seconds, even when nothing is touched? =====
 That can happen, if no Motorfader is attached. In main.asm set the ENABLE_MOTORDRIVER flag to the value set 0, afterwards this effect should disappear.
 ===== Can I replace the Encoders with normal potentiometers to save money? =====
-No, in the Logic/Mackie Encoder movements are defined control minutes as relative Events.  Check out [[encoders]] for specifications and where to order.
+No, in the Logic/Mackie Encoder movements are defined as relative Events. \\
+"What?"\\
+This means that the midibox sends a signal for "+1" when you turn your encoder clockwise, and a slightly different signal for "-1" when you turn the encoder anti-clockwise.
+If you use a potentiometer, the MidiBox can only send the absolute value of the pot, and will only do so when it changes.\\
+Check out [[encoders]] for specifications and where to order.
+===== I want to build a Mackie C4 type box, does the MBLC do this? =====
+No.\\
+That is, not yet.\\
+There is nothing to prevent a Midibox LC/C4 box from working, but some research needs to be done.
+When Mackie made the LC, and then the MCU, they made the protocol public. This was //probably// done to encourage software application support. Unfortunately, the Mackie C4 is not a public protocol. While it is most likely based on a similar design to the MCU, the two are not interchangable.\\
+Short answer: Now is your time to step up and do this research. Make the C4 possible, and win the adoration of your peers!
 ===== Your Turn =====