>>> KIT AVAILABLE <<< All In One v2.8 PCB Kit to sell !

[Synthex]

hey synthex i know this is very much a delllaaayyyed order but ill be ordering one next week for sure this time, sorry!
Kit 2 :
The new PCB v2.8 + PCB Components :
hope you can still accomodate.would you mind pming me your details again for overseas payment? thank you very much.

No problem.
I've sent a PM with details.

edit : it comes with a megadrum construction for dummies right? =P

The entire community of this website and myself are here to help you !

[hac]

great! thanks synthex! and sorry again bout the previous transaction that never occured! looking forward to my build, excited as hell!

[CyberFly]

Yesterday I tried to clean my pcb after soldering. (Remove the flux)
I used some alcohol from the drugstore.

The alcohol removed more than just the flux. It also removed some of the clear coat (paint).
My pcb lost it's shine and is now a bit sticky. The alcohol didn't have any effect on the blue paint.

What should I use to clean the pcb?


edit:
The MD seems to work. When I connect it to my laptop windows XP does the ''ding dong''.
And it also knows it is a MD.
Now all I need is a program to test it!

[gastric]

After struggling unsuccessfully with creating my own V2.5 board I ordered this kit, recieved it reasonably fast, and in a mere handful of hours have successfully soldered everything and assembed it into my 1U rack chassis. It really couldn't have easier or more successful. Buying the professional board is where it's at for sure as it's masked to help prevent poor soldering mishaps like bridging solder onto adjacent pads accidentally, etc. Seriously, a HUGE thumbs up for the V2.8 board.

I would SERIOUSLY recommend anyone attempting a project like this for the first time to simply purchase one of these boards, or even an entire kit. It really simplifies the project so you don't have to source compatible parts from various vendors, etc. All you have to do is receive, sort them, do a little reading and comprehension, then solder. And solder. And a LOT of solder.

I did have a missing silk screen near the LCD resistor area and had to consult the screenshots of the board plus process of elimination to figure out which of my remaining resistors installed there.

Also, I did have two instances where solder pads and their respective traces physically lifted off the board (along with the solder mask). But luckily the traces didnt break off the board or the solder pad, and I was able to salvage the whole thing without any critical issues. But both times this occured when I attempted to de-solder, once using a braid (which I'll never use again) and once when using a desoldering gun with built-in bulb. I'm assuming too much heat, or something sticking to my implement and solder pad when I was pulling away. Either way I blame myself and not the board. But thought I'd mention it.

For the overall kit/packaging I would like to suggest simply labelling the various parts. Mouser sticks each part in a small zip bag with a sticker/label. So your 47k resistors are in a separate bag and clearly marked. That's probably more work than you want to take on packaging but you could probably expedite that by skipping the individual bags, getting some sheets of pre-printed stickers, and just sticking the stickers on the bundles of parts. But really that is very minor. The PDF makes identifying the various resistors pretty easy.

If I have one complaint/suggestion about the project overall is that there's still a distinct lack of consise documentation. The PDF provided was EXTREMELY helpful and well presented for the build. But there's still some nitty gritty details that could be added. Like how to know if you need hi/lo impedance for your HH pedal. I had to search the forums for the answer after I arbitratrily picked high and my pedal didn't work.

Currently, I'm on the hunt for documentation that details the trigger parameters, what they do, how best to set them, etc. And how to do that via the LCD/buttons on the chassis.Now that I'm past struggling with a non-operative board I'll try to fufil my original offer of aiding with the documention, if I can.

Thanks Synthex. I couldn't have done this without you and your board.

[dmitri]

Currently, I'm on the hunt for documentation that details the trigger parameters, what they do, how best to set them, etc.

Surely, you're kidding about hunting!:) It's right there in the documentation section - http://www.megadrum.info/content/megadrum-configuration. As for finding the best settings for your particular kit you will certainly have to spend some time.

[gastric]

Yes, I discovered that shortly after posting. http://www.megadrum.info/content/megadrum-configuration Super nice work. Guess I simply get to use my MegaDrum then! WOOT!

In all seriousness, I'll take notes along the way, likely ask questions, and propose any changes I think are helpful. And I'll try do it all in as nice, neutral, manner as possible so as not to make you mad or have you think I'm ungrateful for your efforts.

[csplinter]

I decided to purchase kit 2, so that I would have an opportunity to choose my own lcd, and buttons, but as a result I'll need to separately order "Cables Connectors HE-14 female wired : 2* 2 pin, 1* 4 pin, 2* 5 pin" as well. My issue is, I'm finding he-14 connectors for sale, all over the place, but what I want is a manufactured cable assembly, that comes with wires pre-crimped like the ones Synthex provides with his kits, and I can't find them anywhere! Where can I purchase these?

[Synthex]

Where can I purchase these?

I buy these cables in a small local electronics store.

I have already sent your kit ...

I can sell you cables, if you wish.

[Ben]

I'm sorry to ask these stupid questions but... Will I manage with the Kit 2 if I use it only with PC, or are the (keyboard)buttons and the LCD still necessary? Is the MIDI connectors necessary, or can it be used via USB? I'm trying to save money so, can DIY triggers be directly connected to v2.8 PCB without using plugs or any other devices or components? I will probably do those plug inputs later. I will not be using hi-hat controller pedal, or those other fancy 3 zone things for now.

You can control the megadrum directly with the PC with the MCT software (Megadrum Config Tool).
The MIDI connector is not necessary, it can be used only via USB.
Triggers can be directly connected to v2.8 PCB, but it's better to pass through connectors.

That's a great question! So, kit 2 is the embedded version. Perfect!

[MaberY]

I have finally finished the wiring and fired it up
All seems well and I can skip trough the menu's

I added two rotary encoders too, but they act weird so I wonder if I used the correct ones.

The frontplates are made with Microsoft Publisher and printed on thick HP glossy photopaper
glued on the alu box after drilling.



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