[sdiy] Mikado: A DIY Analog Sequencing System

[Scott Evans, Gen Mgr]

Mikado Locomotive was a 2-8-2 wheel arrangement. But it. also, was named
for the Japanese Mikado, as they were the first to order this wheel
arrangement in a steam locomotive.

Scott Evans

Jim Johnson wrote:
> 
> You-all may remember that a few months ago, I was whining about my
> difficulty in locating a sequencer that suits my artistic needs <sniff>.
> Well, I have the solution. For the past couple of months, Jim Patchell and
> I have been working out the design for this sequencer, and we (hell, let's
> be frank: the other Jim is doing all the work) have just reached the point
> were circuit design and front-panel layout are nearly complete.
> 
> I've put together a Web site describing the project, at
> http://www.technotoys.com/mikado. Your comments are invited!
> 
> >From my perspective, I have a special plea for anyone familiar with the
> Schaeffer Frontplatten system: if you see any impracticalities in this
> panel, please let me know. In particular, I have several places where
> engraved lines overlap drilled holes.. mostly due to my laziness and use of
> a grid for layout. All other comments are of course welcome.
> 
> Special thanks to Paul Perry for suggesting this route.
> 
> And I bet nobody can guess where the name Mikado comes from (hint: not the
> Emperor of Japan).
> 
> Jim Johnson
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