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--- fnp-sid [2009/03/04 18:58] – Flexinoodle
+++ fnp-sid [2009/03/30 04:15] (current) – Wilba
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 A .pdf version is available [[http://www.schickt.de/mb.org/fnpSID_v0.7.pdf|here]]
 ==== Connectors ====
 |**Name**|**Number of pins**|**Description**|
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 |In		|1|1/4" Stereo Jack for audio input|
 |Out	        |1|1/4" Stereo Jack for audio output	|
-|J3	        |1|12V power source (After switch)	|
+|J3	        |1|12V power output (after the switch, you can hook a second fnpSID or other hardware up to switch them on/off with this pcb)	|
-|J2	        |1|12V power source (Before switch)	|
+|J2	        |1|12V power source (before the switch - careful, this header is always hot. **DO NOT MOUNT** this header unless you **really** know why you are doing it.)	|
-|J11            |1|CANbus connection|
+|J11            |1|CANbus connection to connect more fnpSID PCBs or another Core/SID module combo|
-|J4             |2|Jumper for adding banksticks 5/6 if needed |
+|J4             |2|Header for adding external banksticks #5/#6 (see Core:J4 pinout)|
+==== Part list / BOM ====
-==== Part list / BOM ====
+**FLEXI_ATTENTION:** Caps need info on lead spacing
 |**Part**|**Value**|**Count**|**Footprint/\\ lead spacing**|**Part #**|
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 |2.1/2.5mm DC power socket    |PJ-202AH      |1      |-       |J1|
-==== Hardware Options ====
+===== Hardware Options =====
-There are multiple hardware options for the fnpSID\\ 1. Single PCB StereoSID\\ 2. Dual PCB QuadSID MIDI linked\\ 3. Dual PCB QuadSID CANbus linked
+==== Parts with multiple footprints ====
+** PLACEHOLDER **
+==== Pick your poison ====
+There are multiple hardware options for the fnpSID
+. Single PCB StereoSID\\ This option is the most basic and will give you a single MBSID with stereo capabilities
+. Dual PCB QuadSID MIDI linked\\ This option will give you two of the basic stereo MBSID as listed above both with there own MIDI port on the computer\\ In this configuration you will use the master slave jumpers and power can be taken from j3
+. Dual PCB QuadSID CANbus linked\\ This option uses the CAN bus and as such has the option to use super poly mode and shared banksticks when combined\\ In this configuartion you will use the canbus jumper and power can be taken from j3
 ===== Assembly Guide =====
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 If all the voltages are good, continue - let's finish up.
 ==== Finishing up ====
 . Install the PIC into IC1 (Make sure the notch at the end of the PIC lines up with the screen printed notch on the PCB)
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 . Load [[http://miosstudio.midibox.org/|MIOS Studio]] and connect its output to GM5 port 1 and its input to GM5 port 1 (Just click on routing and its pretty self explanatory)
-. Turn on [[http://miosstudio.midibox.org/|MIOS Studio]] MIDI monitors and then turn on your fnp (You should see a couple of SYSEX commands recieved by [[http://miosstudio.midibox.org/|MIOS Studio]])
+. Turn on [[http://miosstudio.midibox.org/|MIOS Studio]] MIDI monitors and then turn on your fnpSID (You should see a couple of SYSEX commands received by [[http://miosstudio.midibox.org/|MIOS Studio]])
-. Upload the 8580.hex to the fnp (you can find instructions to do this at[[http://www.ucapps.de/midibox_sid_manual_in.html|ucapps.de]] )
+. Upload the latest firmware (use the setup_8580.hex) to the fnpSID (you can find instructions on how to do this at[[http://www.ucapps.de/midibox_sid_manual_in.html|ucapps.de]] )
-. Show [[http://miosstudio.midibox.org/|MIOS Studio]] virtual keyboard and play a few keys (You should hear the default patch playing from the fnp)
+. Show the [[http://miosstudio.midibox.org/|MIOS Studio]] virtual keyboard and play a few keys (You should hear the default patch playing from the fnpSID)
 . Turn the fnp off then back on (you should hear a bleep for each bankstick installed)
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 . Screw the rear panel onto the two side pieces of your enclosure and then slide in the top and bottom panels (Makes life easier doing the back panel first)
-. Slide your fnp board into the lowest slot in the case and then screw on the front panel (Don't forget to remove the audio sockets panel nuts and refit them when finished)
+. Slide your fnpSID board into the lowest slot in the case and then screw on the front panel (Don't forget to remove the audio sockets panel nuts and refit them when finished)
 . Install the SID soundbanks (More info on this later)
-Go play at being a SID superstar
+. Go play at being a SID superstar
 ===== Order lists =====
 Join the group buy bitch heheheheh yep this is a placeholder
 ===== FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions =====
+**FLEXI_ATTENTION:** Needs info on missing headers and why they are missing.
+**Q: There are no ground connections in the pictures. Why?**
+A: The ground connections are on the bottom copper plane, which isn't visible in the pictures for easier reading.
 **Q: Can I have the .brd or .sch file?**
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 **Q: Why can't I have the .brd or .sch file?**
-A: What is this? A FAQ or something?
+A: Because nILS says so.
 **Q: What does "fnp" stand for?**
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 **Q: can I haz cheezburger?**
 A: Hmmmm let me think hmmmm erm NO
+**Q: I am a vicar with a potato up my arse, and this is not more fun. Can I haz refund?**
+A: If you can prove being a vicar AND provide photos of the potato up your arse, yes.
 ===== Flexi's GM5 Notes =====
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 - Flexinoodle
+===== Wilba's fnpSID Notes =====
+. GM5 is easy to solder, read the SMD soldering tutorials and **don't forget to use flux and solder wick!** Soaking up excess solder is easier if you add some more flux.
+. It is easier to work with the board if you put some long screws or long spacers through the mount holes so it can stand above the work surface. Then you can place parts with long leads (i.e. resistors and capacitors) and cut the leads until after soldering.
+. After inserting all the resistors, you can flip the board over (use some card to stop resistors falling out) and solder all at once.
+. Lightly solder one top-side pad of capacitors and other small parts to hold them in place, then flip the board over and solder all at once.
+. Where #4 cannot be done (sockets, etc.), you can hold part in place by carrying a blob of solder on your iron to the pad while you hold the part in place with your other hand. The addition of flux to the pad makes this a lot easier. Don't forget to come back and properly solder this pad after you solder the other pads.
+. If you think your kit is missing some parts, check they didn't fall on the floor before complaining to nILS.
+. If you are looking for J15 on the PCB, it's located right next to J8/J9.
+. If you are looking for J8/J9 on the PCB, it's located right next to J15.
+- Wilba