====== Potentiometer ======

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===== Introduction =====

A Potentiometer is a **variable resistor** you change the value by turning it. It's an analog device , in opposite to encoders

===== Linear / Logarithmic ? =====

//FIXME : Explain the response difference//

===== Trimpots =====

A Trimpot could have it value adjusted with a screwdriver by turning a part of the pot.


=====Potentiometers specifications=====
  * Ohms
  * Response (Linear/Log)
  * Tolerance
  * Taper
  * Wattage rating
  * Package
  * Dual/Single