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Styrd_one or anybody, Since you are building the code for this project(thanks BTW ;D). What's your "guess-timate" amount of buttons and encoders for this project. Here's whats in my head: Let say its going to be a 4 zone split and can overlap depends on the settings. Will a single encoder with switch do the trick when it comes to data entry? How about a reset switch to clear the splits settings. Imagine this will be the actual screen (Correct me if I'm wrong) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zone1 = MIDI CH 1 Zone2 = MIDI CH 2 Zone3 = MIDI CH 3 Zone4 = MIDI CH 4 Range = C1 ~ C3 Range = C#3 ~ C5 Range = C#5 ~ C6 Range = C#6 ~ E7 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Encoder is used to scroll thru the notes and midi channels while the buttons is to select the data. What do you(guys) thinks so far.. Please advise.. thanks...

If you have a breadboard (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breadboard), you could build or test your components in stages. 1. Install the bridge rectifier first and apply power = if 9v is present goto next step. 2. Add capacitors = if 9v is present goto next step. 3. Add the regulator (7805) and so on... I'm sure you got the picture. I know you might say, here he goes again suggesting another tool/equipment. Unfortunately, having the right tools make it more fun ;D as suppose to be a chore. This rule apply's to just about any hobby out there.

The buttons that I have used so far from X-arcade is still working. But then again, I hardly use my Street Fighter game that much anymore :( Since my new thing now is MIDIBOX stuff ;D

Good luck.. I still think a desoldering tool is a good investment. It is easy to pull out components with it without over heating the traces that can damage the PCB. Not sure if you have an Oscilliscope because here is SmashTV's power supply check point guide. http://www.avishowtech.com/mbhp/ps/ Hope it helps..

3 words... I love it!!

Man!! I hate you and your fast bandwidth!! >:( ;) ;) ;) Currently listening to it.. Sooo-kay so far. :)

Get them in bulk, like this ones: http://www.x-arcade.com/arcade_buttons.shtml They include the buttons and the microswitches.. Hope this helps.. ;)

Don't you wish you have one of these: http://www.howardelectronics.com/goot/tp100as.html Instead of the wick... Coz, I drooling all over this tool... its too pricey for my taste.. I can only afford this tool: http://www.radioshack.com/sm-45-watt-desoldering-iron--pi-2062731.html At least this works...

Like the beats.. You could see my head noddin' thanks...

Wow, :o that's a big download........ Still downloading..... Still downloading... Sleeping...Sleeping... Woke up!!! Still downloading... >:( Going back to sleep... I will listen to it as soon as I finish the download. After typing this post (hunt n' peck style) for about 10 minutes.. Done... ;D I'll let you know... ;)

By removing that regulator will prove two things. If you get 9vdc, your rectifier is good and your 7805 could be bad (internal short). If no voltage at those points, your 7805 is good and your rectifier is then could be bad. hope this helps...

Gameboy sync ??? Please explain.. thanks..

Try removing the 7805 and apply power to it and check if you get any voltage from the pins that you've mention. It should read 9VDC.

Can you be more specific to what is you are confused of? Is it about the diagram that you provided or the connection instruction from the LCD_Module page?

Yes, display is a must, since this involves key mappings/splits. I just roughly estimated the major modules of the project. About the applications, besides the midi router. What else can be included? any suggestions..

Thats very cool.. I think I will adopt this ligthing design...

Sweet SID..

Ok, For what I understand so far, correct me if I'm wrong... If I where to proceed with this project with just a MIDI router as suppose to be a whole new logic rebuilt. This project will require a: 1. Core Module 2. single DIN (control panel i.e switches & encoders) 3. IIC MIDI Modules (I have question about this) 4. MIOS & MIDI router application with Styrd_One's code. About #3, I know that the MIDI router talks about specifically connecting multiple IIC MIDI Module on which will give you a multiple in/out in regards to MIDI ports. Since the core module already have a MIDI IN/OUT (which is the only MIDI ports that I need for now), Can I just load the MIOS, MIDI Router app, and Styrd_One's code on the core without using the IIC MIDI Module? Please advice..

Wow I did not know that :o, that will be sweet.. All and all, I only care about the keyboard matrix of the Fatar controller and the rest (logic system) stinks. Good find!!

Well, who needs sleep really... ;D Actually, I should be hitting the sack myself coz its 11:20pm thursday here in California and I have to get up by 5:00am.. Good question? My best guess for now will be 3. Drums, Bass, & leads.. Overlapping not sure yet..

I'm just a curiuos bee.. Is that how most keyboard mfg senses key velocity? thanks..

Since I am code challenged, I still need to learn ASM & C coding. I just have a some scripting experience with servers and stuff. So thanks in advance..

thanks..

Sorry for a dumb question. if "DIN" stands for Digital INput, what does DINX stands for? Please inform my clueless mind... :-[

;D ;D ;D ;D Yes!!!! pretty please with cherries on top!! ;D ;D ;D ;D EDIT: Question: So, is this just going to be the MIDI router with key splits/mapping? And maybe a DIN for control switches and encoders?