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2. User Manual
When integrating your Field Kit FX into your production setup, you
might at some point wonder about power consumption. The Field Kit
FX offers two possibilites of powering it: Either by a 9V “wall wart”
adapter or a Eurorack power cable inside a modular synthesizer.
Depending on which way you chose, the power consumption differs
slightly. In detail:
- 9V adapter: 640mA maximum. Center negative.
- Eurorack: 240mA @ +12V and 170mA @ -12V.
Remember that a higher current specification (mA or A) on a given
power supply is never a problem but higher voltages (V) will dam-
age the unit!
2.2.9.1 Power
It’s possible to use the Field Kit FX inside a Eurorack modular system.
You only need a suitable front panel and take care of the correct pow-
er setting. Here, we are going to cover everything you need to know
about using the Field Kit FX in a Eurorack system
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2.2.9 Field Kit FX In A Eurorack System
2.2.9.2 Panel and Connecting to Eurorack
To use the Field Kit FX inside a Eurorack modular system, you’ll need
a suitable Eurorack panel for it. You can get the official KOMA Elek-
tronik front panel (sold separately) or fabricate/DIY your own using the
design files provided on the KOMA Elektronik website.
To prepare the Field Kit FX for use inside a Eurorack system, you first
need to take it out from its standard enclosure. To do this, loosen all
the nuts from the mini jack connectors. Next, carefully lift the front pan-
el from its place to reveal the circuit board. Be careful not to scratch
the front panel while removing it. Next, unscrew the four mounting
screws on the corners of the circuit board to detach it from the enclo-
sure. You can now lift the circuit board out of the enclosure.
