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last update: 20. 7. 2017 

 

 

60 KNOBS

 

- Assembly Guide 

bastl-instruments.com 

 

INTRODUCTION 

 
Welcome to the assembly guide for the

60 KNOBS

kit. 60 Knobs is a midi-controller, designed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     

 

 

specifically for the Sonic Potions’ LXR drum machine. For all the features see the manual 

here

. 

 
This kit doesn't require too much experience. However, it is good to have basic soldering skills and to

   

 

 

 

 

 

     

   

 

 

 

 

   

be able to identify electronic components before starting it. We have also included some of the best

 

   

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

quality solder to help you solder everything faster and better. 
 
60 KNOBS kit consists of just one big printed circuit board (PCB), soldering components and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mounting components for both enclosure versions. The plastic enclosure is sold separately. Please

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

check all of your parts BEFORE you begin work to make sure you are not missing anything. See the

     

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

bill of materials (BOM) for detailed list. 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for 60 KNOBS

Page 1: ...d to have basic soldering skills and to be able to identify electronic components before starting it We have also included some of the best quality solder to help you solder everything faster and bett...

Page 2: ...am 1 6N137 optoisolator 1 ATMEGA328 PU ND w software 1 16mHz resonator 2 5 pin DIN MIDI Connector 1 PC GK 2 1mm power barrel connector 1 12mm small button ANGLED 60 POT LIN w B100k 25mm linear potenti...

Page 3: ...screwdriver Isopropyl alcohol smaller and clean brush optional Protective eyewear and also a sufficient amount of time and patience We suggest that you work in a clean and a well lit and ventilated en...

Page 4: ...check the color codes if you are seasoned enough After soldering snip the leads close to the PCB be sure to make this step on all remaining leads in the course of this guide Solder also the diodes The...

Page 5: ...hem of the same value 100nF they are marked 104 on itself Insert the IC sockets 8 pin DIL 1x 16 pin DIL 9x 28 pin DIL 1x Just be aware of the right direction of sockets there is a notch on each socket...

Page 6: ...tch now You can solder just one leg first adjust it by reheating and do the rest then Just be sure to solder it at the right angle and flat with the PCB IMPORTANT NOTE If you are going to clear the PC...

Page 7: ...he same quality of position as with the switch Add the rest of capacitors There is 47 F electrolytic one which is polarized The longer lead goes to the plus hole on the PCB Solder also the polyester c...

Page 8: ...Let s solder the resonator and the fuse as well These parts are not oriented 8...

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Page 10: ...er connector Just push it down to the PCB and solder it straight Insert the male headers now Be sure to solder them straight and flat with the board Again you can solder just one leg do the adjustment...

Page 11: ...on to the funniest part potentiometers There are surprisingly SIXTY of them Pots take a little care and patience to install correctly Push the pots on the place and look closely to see if they are in...

Page 12: ...onnectors You have to do a little adjustment before soldering You should adjust the plastic corners see the photo of the connector by cutting You can also cut the legs of pots Then just be sure to sol...

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Page 14: ...hol Put some of the liquid all over the PCB using the brush let it act for a while and sweep it off Then just let it dry You can repeat these steps until you are satisfied with the result After this s...

Page 15: ...lar IC There is a little half circle notch or dot on one side of each IC that should match the notch drawn on the PCB Installing the ICs can be a little tricky The IC leads are flared out a bit wider...

Page 16: ...ENCLOSURE FLAT VERSION First install the spacers into the corners The longer ones goes to the bottom side Put the top enclosure on and secure it with the four 6 mm mushroom head screws 16...

Page 17: ...Turn the unit around and place the side enclosures on Now you can also add the rubber standoffs 17...

Page 18: ...Finally place the bottom enclosure on and secure it with the five countersunk screws Your 60 Knobs is completely done now congratulations 18...

Page 19: ...est thing is to take a nap Especially late at night Then you can send the detailed description of the problem with enclosed high resolution photos on diy bastl instruments com Consider our Come to Dad...

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