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-potentiometer ​is a variable resistor+====== Potentiometer ====== 
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 +{{ ::​neonking:​potentiometers.jpg?​direct&​500 |}} 
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 +===== Introduction ===== 
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 +Potentiometer ​is a **variable resistor** you change the value by turning it. It's an analog device , in opposite to encoders 
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 +===== Linear / Logarithmic ? ===== 
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 +//FIXME : Explain the response difference//​ 
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 +===== Trimpots ===== 
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 +A Trimpot could have it value adjusted with a screwdriver by turning a part of the pot. 
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 +=====Potentiometers specifications===== 
 +  * Ohms 
 +  * Response (Linear/​Log) 
 +  * Tolerance 
 +  * Taper 
 +  * Wattage rating 
 +  * Package 
 +  * Dual/Single
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