Parts Questions

[Theta_Frost]

What is a good value encoder to use on the FM?  Specific kind of buttons?  What size vectorboards?  I'm sorry I couldn't find it on ucapps.  Also are there different values for diodes? :'(

[stryd_one]

If you're unsure, use a smashtv encoder. Buttons are to your taste, switches should be momentary ON type (see FAQ on wiki) vectorboards as big as you need them, and yes, you should use whatever value is specified in the schematic/BOM.

[Theta_Frost]

I would use Smashes but my uncle is gonna give me a ton of parts and I'm sure he has some so I'd rather get some free.  What value are Smashes?

[seppoman]

Encoders don't have a value in the normal sense. They can be detented (click...) or not detented (smooth...) and usually have 16/20/24 clicks per revolution. which type you prefer is a matter of taste. I prefer the non-detented versions, e.g. the Alps STEC16B03. With some detented types, the detents can be removed (Smash's encoders are detented and not really suitable for that modification).

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