MOTM

Hi,
 I've just built my first batch of MOTM modules.  They were fun to 
build and worked right off the bat.  I am confused about the 
function of the Bias switch on the MOTM-830 dual mode mixer.  
What does it mean that it sends DC voltage?  How do I use that?  
What is it good for?   

 Thanks.  I'm still green as far modular synths go!

>  I am confused about the
> function of the Bias switch on the MOTM-830 dual mode mixer.
> What does it mean that it sends DC voltage?

It adds a fied voltage to the output. So, if the inputs are all of (zero),
then you can view it as "sending" out a fixed DC voltage.

>  How do I use that?

Put the switch in the ON position :)

> What is it good for?

Some modules want 0 to +5V inputs (like resonance CVs on the filters).
What if you want to use the output of a LFO, that is -5V to +5 V?

Ponder and the answer will come.

Paul S.

I find I use mine a reasonable amount.  I can run it into a
comparator 
and use it to set the threshold.  I can offset my ribbon controller 
for doing modulations.  I have used it as a source of +5V to switch 
with a MOTM-700 for creating gates.  I've used it into a mixer to 
create some 10 volts waveforms for older equipment.  I also use it a 
lot to debug new modules.

Dave


--- In motm@yahoogroups.com, "earthtodylan2000" <sir_dss@h...> wrote:

> Hi,
>  I've just built my first batch of MOTM modules.  They were fun to 
> build and worked right off the bat.  I am confused about the 
> function of the Bias switch on the MOTM-830 dual mode mixer.  
> What does it mean that it sends DC voltage?  How do I use that?  
> What is it good for?