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 ======ucapps.de Introduction Wiki====== ======ucapps.de Introduction Wiki======
  
-The goal of this article is to provide new or potential users with a starting point. It is written to be brief and aims to cover the most frequently asked questions from the forum.+//FIXME : Update things since it's very outdated//
  
 +The goal of this article is to provide new or potential users with a starting point. It is written to be brief and aims to cover the most frequently asked questions from the forum.
 ======What is uCApps.de?​====== ======What is uCApps.de?​======
  
-[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​|uCApps.de]] is a website dedicated to using [[http://​www.microchip.com|PIC]] ​microcontrollers to control [[http://​www.midi.org/​|MIDI]] (interfaces and devices) and some audio applications (mainly Synths). Throughout the site, you´ll find different devices ​ for certain applications. As I assume you´re a Newbie ( ;D ) I can tell you that the [[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mios.html|MIOS]] software (I´ll talk about that later) is totally modular and so you can bring up nearly ANY application you want as long as the used PIC-Microcontroller can bring up the power. BUT that´s NOT AT ALL easy!!! At first you really should stick to the already finished applications and good starters, which are listed below together with their "​hardness to build" * = easy, * * * = heavy (e.g. SMD desoldering & soldering) so you know what you can do with all that stuff later on. But at first I want to give an overview of the basic things all MIOS applications have in common:+[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​|uCApps.de]] is a website dedicated to using microcontrollers to control [[http://​www.midi.org/​|MIDI]] (interfaces and devices) and some audio applications (mainly Synths). Throughout the site, you´ll find different devices ​ for certain applications. As I assume you´re a Newbie ( ;D ) I can tell you that the [[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mios.html|MIOS]] software (I´ll talk about that later) is totally modular and so you can bring up nearly ANY application you want as long as the used PIC-Microcontroller can bring up the power. BUT that´s NOT AT ALL easy!!! At first you really should stick to the already finished applications and good starters, which are listed below together with their "​hardness to build" * = easy, * * * = heavy (e.g. SMD desoldering & soldering) so you know what you can do with all that stuff later on. But at first I want to give an overview of the basic things all MIOS applications have in common:
  
   * Updates of the application can be done via MIDI (also totally new application)   * Updates of the application can be done via MIDI (also totally new application)
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   * Very modular design: You´re able to run a wide variety of applications on the same hardware, without having to buy all new gear!   * Very modular design: You´re able to run a wide variety of applications on the same hardware, without having to buy all new gear!
   * cewl community! :D   * cewl community! :D
 +
  
 ===== The Total Newbie'​s guide to MidiBox Projects ===== ===== The Total Newbie'​s guide to MidiBox Projects =====
 === "I want to build a [blank], but I have no idea which modules I need..."​ === === "I want to build a [blank], but I have no idea which modules I need..."​ ===
-See also project information below.+** ** 
 + 
 +// Check http://​ucapps.de for up to date projects, information and module requirements //
  
-^Project^Core^LCD^AINx4^DINx4^DOUTx4^Bankstick*^MF^SID^AOUT/​AOUT LC/AOUT NG^OPL3^NOTES^+^Project^Core^LCD^AINx4^DINx4^DOUTx4^Bankstick<​sup>​4</​sup>​^MF^SID^AOUT/​AOUT LC/AOUT NG^OPL3^NOTES^
 |MidiBox 64 | 1x | 1x | 2x | 2x | 2x | 8x | - | - | 1x | - |-| |MidiBox 64 | 1x | 1x | 2x | 2x | 2x | 8x | - | - | 1x | - |-|
-|MidiBox 64E | 1x | 1x | 2x *1 | 4x *3| 4x *3| | 1x*1 | - | - | - | Either the MF or the AINx4s can be used, but not both| +|MidiBox 64E | 1x | 1x | 2x <sup>1</​sup> ​| 4x <sup>3</​sup>​| 4x <sup>3</​sup>​8x | 1x <sup>1</​sup> ​| - | - | - | Either the MF or the AINx4s can be used, but not both| 
-|MidiBox 128 | 1x | 1x | - | 4x *3 | 4x *3 | 8x | - | - | - | - | - |+|MidiBox 128 | 1x | 1x | - | 4x <sup>3</​sup> ​| 4x <sup>3</​sup> ​| 8x | - | - | - | - | - |
 |MidiBox SEQ | 1x | 2x | - | 4x | 4x | 8x | - | - | 1x | - | - | |MidiBox SEQ | 1x | 2x | - | 4x | 4x | 8x | - | - | 1x | - | - |
-|MidiBox SID (Step C)| 1x*2 | 1x | - | 3x | 2x | 8x | - | 1x*2 | - | - | AOUT is optional, for controlling external filters etc| +|MidiBox SID (Step C)| 1x <sup>2</​sup> ​| 1x | - | 3x | 2x | 8x | - | 1x <sup>2</​sup> ​| - | - | AOUT is optional, for controlling external filters etc| 
-|MidiBox SID (Step B)| 1x*2 | 1x | - | 1x| | - | 1x*2 | - | - | DINx4 not full, you can make a DINx2. (kit not available)| +|MidiBox SID (Step B)| 1x <sup>2</​sup> ​| 1x | - | 1x| 1x 8x | - | 1x <sup>2</​sup> ​| - | - | DINx4 and DOUTx4 ​not full, you can make a smaller veroboard version. (kit not available)| 
-|MidiBox SID (Step A)| 1x*2 | 1x | - | 1x| - | | - | 1x*2 | - | - |DINx4 not full, you can make a DINx1. (kit not available)| +|MidiBox SID (Step A)| 1x <sup>2</​sup> ​| 1x | - | 1x| - | 8x | - | 1x <sup>2</​sup> ​| - | - |DINx4 not full, you can make a DINx1. (kit not available)| 
-|MidiBox SID (Minimal) | 1x | - | - | - | - | | - | 1x | - | - | - |+|MidiBox SID (Minimal) | 1x | - | - | - | - | 8x | - | 1x | - | - | - |
 |MidiBox FM | 1x | 1x | - | 1x | 1x | 8x | - | - | 1x | 1x | - | |MidiBox FM | 1x | 1x | - | 1x | 1x | 8x | - | - | 1x | 1x | - |
-|MidiBox LC | 1x | 2x | - | 4x *3 | 4x *3 | - | 1x | - | - | - |Option of Graphic LCD or up to 2 40x2 Character LCD|+|MidiBox LC | 1x | 2x | - | 4x <sup>3</​sup> ​| 4x <sup>3</​sup> ​| - | 1x | - | - | - |Option of Graphic LCD or up to 2 40x2 Character LCD|
  
-Notes for the above table:+Footnotes ​for the above table:
  
-* Banksticks are not actually ​//required// for any project ​to function. the Bankstick allows you to store and retrieve presets(A really good thing!)+<​sup>​1<​/sup> MidiBox 64E gives you the choice of 8 Motor Faders, or up to 64 Standard Faders/​KnobsThis is either/or, as they use the same port on the CORE board.
  
-*1 MidiBox 64E gives you the choice of 8 Motor Faders, or up to 64 Standard Faders/Knobs. This is either/or, as they use the same port on the CORE board. +<​sup>​2<​/sup> ​MidiBox SID Step B and Step C can control multiple cores and SID engines.
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-*2 MidiBox SID Step B and Step C can control multiple cores and SID engines.+
 Each MidiBox SID engine can run a stereo pair of SID chips. Each SID chip needs its own SID board. Each MidiBox SID engine can run a stereo pair of SID chips. Each SID chip needs its own SID board.
 Technically,​ it is possible to run multiple cores and pairs of SID chips with a Minimal setup (ie, no buttons or encoders or LCD), but this would be very difficult to control ( ;D ) Technically,​ it is possible to run multiple cores and pairs of SID chips with a Minimal setup (ie, no buttons or encoders or LCD), but this would be very difficult to control ( ;D )
  
-*3 MidiBox 64E and 128 are compatible with UP TO 4 DINx4 and 4 DOUTx4 boards. You can use fewer than 4, but not more than 4. DIN and DOUT columns for MidiBox LC are for Master unit. Any Channel expansion units will not need so many DINx4s / DOUTx4s.+<sup>3</​sup> ​MidiBox 64E and 128 are compatible with UP TO 4 DINx4 and 4 DOUTx4 boards. You can use fewer than 4, but not more than 4. DIN and DOUT columns for MidiBox LC are for Master unit. Any Channel expansion units will not need so many DINx4s / DOUTx4s
 + 
 +<​sup>​4</​sup>​ Banksticks are not actually //​required//​ for any project to function. the Bankstick allows you to store and retrieve presets. (A really good thing!) - Also, the bankstick is not available in kit form, as each "​bankstick"​ is in fact a single serial memory chip.
  
 Now a brief introduction to the list of already-totally-built apps: Now a brief introduction to the list of already-totally-built apps:
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   * it is a very functional arpeggiator   * it is a very functional arpeggiator
 =>​[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_seq.html|Midibox Seq]] =>​[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_seq.html|Midibox Seq]]
- 
 =====Midibox SID * *===== =====Midibox SID * *=====
 Defined number of Encs and buttons (changeable in some ways) Defined number of Encs and buttons (changeable in some ways)
  
-This was a hard decision, giving * * or * * *... There are many forum threads about the MBSID where BIG problems came up. The problem is that you have to know what you´re doing. If you never build some electronical ​stuff, ​I really do NOT recommend ​to start right here! You will have to know about grounding, different voltages, measure where to bring the problems to a point. In 98% of all cases the forum can help, but anyhow it´s a HARD starter´s project. The good point here is also again the modularity: You can start with a pretty easy one-channel SID synthi without to much stuff and end up within a 4 channel SID sound desaster with complete control surface!! And you know what? IT ROCKS!!+This was a hard decision, giving * * or * * *... There are many forum threads about the MBSID where BIG problems came up. The problem is that you have to know what you´re doing. If you have never built electronic ​stuff, ​it'​s ​NOT recommended ​to start with this! You will have to know about grounding, different voltages, measure where to bring the problems to a point. In 98% of all cases the forum can help, but anyhow it´s a HARD starter´s project. The good point here is also again the modularity: You can start with a pretty easy one-channel SID synthi without to much stuff and end up within a 4 channel SID sound desaster with complete control surface!! And you know what? IT ROCKS!!
 =>​[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_sid.html|Midibox SID]] =>​[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_sid.html|Midibox SID]]
- 
 =====Midibox FM * * *===== =====Midibox FM * * *=====
-This synth uses the famous YMF262 (also known as OPL3) for FM synthesizing sounds. It goes beyond typical FM synths by offering wavetables and control of analog filters. ​Those FM screaming things, plus a bunch of sounds you've probably never heard, are within the reach of this powerful instrument. ​But unfortunately ​it is not a beginners project, as you´ll have to find one of several PC sound cards, then desolder and solder ​a YMF262 chip which only comes in a SMD (surface mount) package. ​As this is kinda hard for a beginner and it's easy to ruin the chip (and the motivation) ​I´ll not go any further. Just listen to the demo sounds anyhow! Sweeet stuff!+This synth uses the famous YMF262 (also known as OPL3) for synthesizing ​FM sounds. It goes beyond typical FM synths by offering wavetables and control of (optional) ​analog filters. ​Screaming ​FM sounds, plus a bunch of sounds you've probably never heard, are within the reach of this powerful instrument. ​Unfortunately ​it is not a beginners project, as you´ll have to find one of several ​classic ​PC sound cards, then desolder and resolder ​a YMF262 chip which only comes in a SMD (surface mount) package. ​Since it'​s ​pretty ​easy to ruin the chip (and the motivation), many experienced builders don't want to dare do this. Just listen to the demo sounds anyhow! Sweeet stuff!
 =>​[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_fm.html|Midibox FM]] =>​[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_fm.html|Midibox FM]]
  
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 ======CEWL! What do I need?​!?​====== ======CEWL! What do I need?​!?​======
-The most upcoming ​question in the forum, I think. And a pretty easy answer, too: See in the application docu. ;D+The most common ​question in the forum, I think. And a pretty easy answer, too: See the application docu. ;D
 Anyhow: Like already said (three times?) MB´s are very modular so there are some things you always need and some things you´ll eventually need. See this little "MB Hardware Platform"​ on the left of ucapps.de? Start there! You´ll (nearly) always need: Anyhow: Like already said (three times?) MB´s are very modular so there are some things you always need and some things you´ll eventually need. See this little "MB Hardware Platform"​ on the left of ucapps.de? Start there! You´ll (nearly) always need:
  
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   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_lcd.html|LCD]]** And even if you aren't planning to use it in the end, it´s very practical also in the building stage! You really should have at least one LCD at home for using it as testing device (e.g. a cheap 2x16 LCD is commonly used) More:​[[LCDs]]   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_lcd.html|LCD]]** And even if you aren't planning to use it in the end, it´s very practical also in the building stage! You really should have at least one LCD at home for using it as testing device (e.g. a cheap 2x16 LCD is commonly used) More:​[[LCDs]]
  
-And now for the different applications:​ There is **always** an exact number of things which can //​maximally//​ (less are always possible!) be connected to a certain hardware piece. This WILL not differ! So if you want e.g. more pots, get more AINs. This list should clear up a little bit:+And now for the different applications:​ There is **always** an exact number of things which can //​maximally//​ (fewer are always possible!) be connected to a certain hardware piece. This WILL not differ! So if you want e.g. more pots, get more AINs. This list should clear up a little bit:
  
   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_ain.html|AIN]]** Pots and faders are connected here, one AIN can handle up to 32 inputs. So normally the max are 2 AINs.   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_ain.html|AIN]]** Pots and faders are connected here, one AIN can handle up to 32 inputs. So normally the max are 2 AINs.
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_din.html|DIN]]** Buttons,​switches and Encs are connected here. One DIN can handle up to 32 inputs, too. BUT: One button needs one input, one Enc need **two** inputs! So on a single DIN you can bring in 32 buttons OR 16 Encs OR 8 Encs and 16 buttons+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_din.html|DIN]]** Buttons,​switches and Encs are connected here. One DIN can handle up to 32 inputs, too. BUT: One button needs one input, one Enc needs **two** inputs! So on a single DIN you can bring in 32 buttons OR 16 Encs OR 8 Encs and 16 buttons
  
   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_dout.html|DOUT]]** LEDs (or other on/off outputs) are connected here in various forms. Also here 32 outputs are possible. So 32 LEDs can //​directly//​ be connected. By multiplexing (that means building up a matrix of LEDs and so lower the pins needed in total) even more LEDs can be connected, but this is application-dependend and is stated in the application documentation. *Normally* you´ll connect the LEDs directly. You can hookup anything that can be controlled by an on/off signal. The newest DOUT boards from SmashTV allow a Darlington driver chip to be added to the outputs to drive higher current devices such as relays, to drive really high currents and voltages.   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_dout.html|DOUT]]** LEDs (or other on/off outputs) are connected here in various forms. Also here 32 outputs are possible. So 32 LEDs can //​directly//​ be connected. By multiplexing (that means building up a matrix of LEDs and so lower the pins needed in total) even more LEDs can be connected, but this is application-dependend and is stated in the application documentation. *Normally* you´ll connect the LEDs directly. You can hookup anything that can be controlled by an on/off signal. The newest DOUT boards from SmashTV allow a Darlington driver chip to be added to the outputs to drive higher current devices such as relays, to drive really high currents and voltages.
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   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_bankstick.html|Bankstick]]** This is sooooo cool! TK thought up the cheapest hot-plugable patch saver ever! This is not really a ucapps.de module, it´s only a single IC connected to the core. This way the interconnection is very easy and patches/​prgramms or whatever can be saved and exchanged in a very comfortable way. Normally EVERY application has at least one, although ALL applications also run without it. But I really recommend at least one Bankstick for every application   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_bankstick.html|Bankstick]]** This is sooooo cool! TK thought up the cheapest hot-plugable patch saver ever! This is not really a ucapps.de module, it´s only a single IC connected to the core. This way the interconnection is very easy and patches/​prgramms or whatever can be saved and exchanged in a very comfortable way. Normally EVERY application has at least one, although ALL applications also run without it. But I really recommend at least one Bankstick for every application
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_ltc.html|LTC]]** This "​only"​ expands the MIDI Interface already installed on the core. So you actually don´t need it, but it´s optional for //all// apps. It will give you a MIDI In Status LED, a MIDI Out Status LED, one MIDI THRU port (that means, the MIDI In of the core is copied and given out here directly) and a second MIDI Out (yupp, copied directly from the Core MIDI Out). Besides that you //can// use it for directly connecting the system not over MIDI, but over a RS-232 port (better known as serial port on PC´s). BUT: **Either** you use MIDI **or** the RS-232 option, you can **not** use both at the same time! You´ll bring in some shorts if you try to! The RS-232 option is very seldom used as it´s not as easy as MIDI (plug&​play) to get implemented in your system.+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_ltc.html|LTC]]** This "​only"​ expands the MIDI Interface already installed on the core. So you actually don´t need it, but it´s optional for //all// apps. It will give you a MIDI In Status LED, a MIDI Out Status LED, one MIDI THRU port (that means, the MIDI In of the core is copied and given out here directly) and a second MIDI Out (yupp, copied directly from the Core MIDI Out). Besides that you //can// use it for directly connecting the system not over MIDI, but over a RS-232 port (better known as serial port on PC´s). BUT: **Either** you use MIDI **or** the RS-232 option, you can **not** use both at the same time! You´ll bring in some shorts if you try to! The RS-232 option is very seldom used as it´s not as easy as MIDI (plug&​play) to implement.
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_usb.html|USB modules (both)]]** This is under heavy reconstruction by TK, and NOT a beginners project ​in any means! You will have to solder SMD´s, programm ​24LC EEPROMS ​and more, so think about getting a commercial 2In/2Out USB-MIDI interface instead! Those don´t cost much more than the components of these modules and so the USB modules are more something for DIY purists, I think... although I have two of them ... *eeeeeerrr*....:​P ;D+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_usb.html|USB modules (both)]]** This is under heavy reconstruction by TK, and NOT a beginners project ​by any means! You will have to solder SMD´s ​and program ​24LC EEPROMS ​or more, so think about getting a commercial 2In/2Out USB-MIDI interface instead! Those don´t cost much more than the components of these modules and so the USB modules are more something for DIY purists, I think... although I have two of them ... *eeeeeerrr*....:​P ;D
  
   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_mf.html|MF]]** I´ll not explain much here, as this module is *nearly* only used in the MBLC. You //can// use it also in other apps, but you can get the most use out of it in a MBLC. As the MBLC is, like already said, NO beginners project AT ALL, there´s no need for explanation. Anyhow: It´s used for controlling (in the term of actually moving) motorfaders.   * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_mf.html|MF]]** I´ll not explain much here, as this module is *nearly* only used in the MBLC. You //can// use it also in other apps, but you can get the most use out of it in a MBLC. As the MBLC is, like already said, NO beginners project AT ALL, there´s no need for explanation. Anyhow: It´s used for controlling (in the term of actually moving) motorfaders.
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_jdm.html|JDM]]** This was the old version of a PIC microcontroller programmer. Unfortunately the stability and the compability of this module was not very high, so it will be substituted ​by the following module. My recommendation:​ Just forget about this one here. There´ll be no support or anything for this anymore, you know. ;D+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_jdm.html|JDM]]** This was the old version of a PIC microcontroller programmer. Unfortunately the stability and the compability of this module was not very high, so it will be replaced ​by the following module. My recommendation:​ Just forget about this one. There´ll be no support or anything for this anymore, you know. ;D
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_burner.html|PIC Burner]]** You can programm the PIC microcontrollers with that... **SURPRISE**... ;D. Please think of the following: When using the PIC´s with MIOS (this is the software used throughout MBHP and ucapps.de) you will have to actually "​burn"​ your PIC´s //exactly// ONCE in their lifetime. The rest //will// be done via the MIDI line! So it´s only worth building this here if you plan to make let´s say five or more projects. Otherwise you can get already ​preprogrammed (preburned) PICs at e.g. [[http://​mbhp.avishowtech.com|SmashTV´s shop]] or also @[[http://​www.mikes-elektronikseite.de/​|mike´s shop]], which is worth it up to //​approximately//​ five projects (taking the problems and the time with burning into account).+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_burner.html|PIC Burner]]** You can programm the PIC microcontrollers with that... **SURPRISE**... ;D. Please think of the following: When using the PIC´s with MIOS (this is the software used throughout MBHP and ucapps.de) you will have to actually "​burn"​ your PIC´s //exactly// ONCE in their lifetime. The rest //will// be done via the MIDI line! So it´s only worth building this if you plan to makelet´s sayfive or more projects. Otherwise you can get preprogrammed (preburned) PICs at e.g. [[http://​mbhp.avishowtech.com|SmashTV´s shop]] or also @[[http://​www.mikes-elektronikseite.de/​|mike´s shop]], which is worth it up to //​approximately//​ five projects (taking the problems and time with burning into account).
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_sid.html|SID]]** This is the speaking soul of the MBSID. Or more... like screaming. Just listen to the [[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_sid.html|demos]]! Then you know, what I mean. Here the messages coming from the core module ​will be translated into sounds and given out. Sounds easy, sounds loud.+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_sid.html|SID]]** This is the speaking soul of the MBSID. Or more... like screaming. Just listen to the [[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_sid.html|demos]]! Then you know, what I mean. Here the messages coming from the CORE module ​are translated into sounds and sent out. Sounds easy, sounds loud.
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_opl3.html|OPL3]]** //Exactly// the same as for the SID: The messages from the core module are translated into real sounds here (through the OPL3 IC). That´s all it doesagain much to easy explanation for such a nice little baby. So: Just DO listen to the [[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_fm.html|demos]] again. :)+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_opl3.html|OPL3]]** //Exactly// the same as for the SID: The messages from the core module are translated into real sounds here (through the OPL3 IC). That´s all it does---again, a much too easy explanation for such a nice little baby. So: Just DO listen to the [[http://​www.ucapps.de/​midibox_fm.html|demos]] again. :)
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_aout.html|AOUT]]** This is the first version of the available AOUT = analogue out modules. It offers up to 8 CV (=control voltage) outputs and 2 gate outputs. If you do not know what a CV is, you really won´t need it, believe me, as this is used for analogue synths and/or older stuff. This module ​right here is the very exact version with a resolution of 12 bit, BUT it´s kinda expensive, as the DAC IC´s are kinda good ones. So the price for one module ​will reach approximately ​70 Euros (!). But also to mention: This here is compatible ​to all applications offering AOUTsthe low cost version (following) is NOT. For details just look up both on ucapps.de.+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_aout.html|AOUT]]** This is the first version of the available AOUT = analogue out modules. It offers up to 8 CV (=control voltage) outputs and 2 gate outputs. If you don'​t ​know what a CV is, you really won´t need it, believe me, as this is used for analogue synths and older stuff. This module is the very exact version with a resolution of 12 bit, BUT it´s kinda expensive, as the DAC IC´s are kinda good ones. So the price for one module ​is about 70 Euros (!). But, BTW, this is also compatible ​with all applications offering AOUTsthe low-cost version (described next) is NOT. For detailsjust look up both on ucapps.de.
  
-  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_aout_lc.html|AOUT_LC]]** This is the low-cost version of the module above. But in some threads and topics you can read about specific problems with this one. I would not recommend it, as it´s not as exact as needed for good applications and it is not supported by all MIOS applications which offer analogue outs. For more details pls look it up on ucapps.de. Just invest a little more and get the right (upper) stuff if you plan doing something with CV´s and gates!+  * **[[http://​www.ucapps.de/​mbhp_aout_lc.html|AOUT_LC]]** This is the low-cost version of the module above. But in some threads and topicsyou'​ll ​read about specific problems with this one. I don'​t ​recommend it, as it´s not as exact as needed for good applications and it is not supported by all MIOS applications which offer analogue outs. For more details pls look it up on ucapps.de. Just invest a little more and get the right (previous) stuff if you plan doing something with CV´s and gates!
  
  
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 Just a few words more: DIY does not mean "SAVE MUCH MONEY"​! It means "Do it yourself"​. So do not think you will save a lot of money, as the time-intensive DIY process eats up all money you are saving here for sure. If you do it, do it for yourself as a perfect adaption to your needs and for all those guys telling you "YOU (!) did that?​!?"​. Do NOT look on the money to much as cheap and cranky stuff, like plastic faders, can bring down the fun with your device dramatically. On the other hands, high-quality stuff can bring in the great "wanna touch" feeling! Just a few words more: DIY does not mean "SAVE MUCH MONEY"​! It means "Do it yourself"​. So do not think you will save a lot of money, as the time-intensive DIY process eats up all money you are saving here for sure. If you do it, do it for yourself as a perfect adaption to your needs and for all those guys telling you "YOU (!) did that?​!?"​. Do NOT look on the money to much as cheap and cranky stuff, like plastic faders, can bring down the fun with your device dramatically. On the other hands, high-quality stuff can bring in the great "wanna touch" feeling!
  
-I really want to say BIG BIG *THANKS* again to all the great guys here (not that I already did hundred times). This means in the first place TK and again TK TK TK. THNX for this great community, work, apps and more! Moreover I wanna thank all those guys around here helping me and/or ucapps.de out of different situations, especially SmashTV, TwinX, NorthernLightX,​ moebius, d2k, pilo, StevenC, ScreamingRabbit,​ strydone, Jidis, illogik, Captain Hastings, raphael, JimHenry and ALL those guys I just forgot in this long list. Just PN me and tell me, or edit the article by yourself. ;D ;D ;D+I really want to say BIG BIG *THANKS* again to all the great guys here (not that I already did hundred times). This means in the first place TK and again TK TK TK. THNX for this great community, work, apps and more! Moreover I wanna thank all those guys around here helping me and/or ucapps.de out of different situations, especially SmashTV, TwinX, NorthernLightX,​ moebius, d2k, pilo, StevenC, ScreamingRabbit,​ strydone, Jidis, illogik, Captain Hastings, raphael, JimHenry and ALL those guys I just forgot in this long list. Just PM me and tell me, or edit the article by yourself. ;D ;D ;D
  
 For the ending: This article should be living. So please if you find any errors/​updates please feel free to edit! In other cases just contact me. For the ending: This article should be living. So please if you find any errors/​updates please feel free to edit! In other cases just contact me.
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 Greetz! Greetz!
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