Ken,
A Visio stencil is a ∗fantastic∗ idea! I used Visio to draw the Moog/MOTM cabinet I
sent out awhile ago. I was concerned about using a static module layout diagram for
patch "storage" since patches can use a variable number of modules and the setup can
change/grow. However, if you use a stencil, we can share diagrams and the modules
needed for a patch would be very clear from the diagram. For the Visio challenged,
we can make PDFs, JPEGs, or GIFs of the diagrams. You could even draw up patches
while away from your MOTM system to try out later (great, another thing that can
keep me from getting work done!).
Probably the most difficult thing for the stencils is the knob marking. I have seen
this done with arrows or with numbers on the knobs. The arrows are easier to
visualize but the numbers are more accurate.
Eric
--- "Tkacs, Ken" <
ken.tkacs@...> wrote:
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>
> Anyway, I mention it because, while this program is fantastic for org
> charts, network diagrams, etc., I've recently been thinking that it would be
> worth making a stencil bar of MOTM modules. then for patch sheets, all I
> need do is drag the modules I'm using off the palette ("Stencil") bar, drag
> colored connecting lines that will dynamically change as I shuffle the
> modules around on the 'page,' and viola! Completely consistent,
> professional, yet customized patch diagrams.
>
> I haven't had a chance to do this yet, but I plan to. I wouldn't mind giving
> out the stencil that I create; maybe Paul would even put it on his site as a
> freebie for MOTM users.
>
> I was actually thinking of three stencils: one with 'realistic' drawings of
> the modules for designing systems, one with more 'stylized' versions for
> recording settings, etc., and one using the classic symbolic patch system
> developed in the Seventies (circles for sources, triangles for modifiers,
> rectangles for controllers, etc.).
>
> On the other hand, if no one else has Visio, this doesn't help you much.
> Dell used to give away a free "Lite" copy on their PCs for a while, but they
> stopped doing this.
>
>
>
>
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