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--- fnp-sid [2009/03/04 20:03] – fossi.bs
+++ fnp-sid [2009/03/30 04:15] (current) – Wilba
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 |J11            |1|CANbus connection to connect more fnpSID PCBs or another Core/SID module combo|
 |J4             |2|Header for adding external banksticks #5/#6 (see Core:J4 pinout)|
 ==== 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 =====
+==== Parts with multiple footprints ====
+** PLACEHOLDER **
+==== Pick your poison ====
 There are multiple hardware options for the fnpSID
-. Single PCB StereoSID
+. Single PCB StereoSID\\ This option is the most basic and will give you a single MBSID with stereo capabilities
-. Dual PCB QuadSID MIDI linked
+. 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
+. 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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 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