AvonSynth AVS-CASE-1 User manual

The AVS-CASE-1
Synthesizer Case
User Guide
Thank you for purchasing from AvonSynth
Congratulations on your purchase of a brand new AvonSynth AVS-CASE-1
84HP Modular Synthesizer Case. We trust that it will both serve and
inspire you as you create beautiful music with it for years to come.
In order to get the most out of your case, please ensure that you read
this User Guide in its entirety so that you fully understand all of its
functionality, and that you follow all necessary safety directions during use.
Included in the Box
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1 x 84HP Modular Synthesizer Case 1 x IEC style power cord
Installation
Step 1: With your case unplugged, solidly mount it to a standard 19" rack or position it
in your performance area.
Step 2: With no modules yet inserted, test your power connection by plugging in a
standard IEC type power cable into the corresponding socket on the rear of
the unit, connecting that to a 230VAC power outlet. Set the rear switch to the
'on' position. If mains power is successfully reaching the power switch, it will
illuminate. If the red '+12V', '-12V', and '+5V' LEDs on the main board of the
unit are lit, power is connected correctly.
Step 3: With the power switched off, populate the unit with Eurorack compatible
synthesizer modules. Triple check the polarity of the power connectors before
connecting the power cords to your power supply. Ensure that the -12v line
marked on the back of the modules connect to the same end of the flat-cable
that also connect to the -12v line on the power supply.
Step 4: Power up your system and start patching!
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Features & Specifications
Eurorack modular synthesizer case, compatible with standard 19" rack units.
84HP wide, and 100mm deep.
Current capability: +12V 1000ma, -12V 1000ma, +5V 1000ma.
PSU Ripple amplitude of just 0.4mV on each rail loaded, and unloaded.
Precision-tuned linear regulated power supply with toroidal transformer for low noise.
Solid steel construction, with high quality lipped rails, and stainless steel threaded inserts.
18 PCB-mounted 16-pin power ports, expandable to 25 if required.
Voltage of rails tunable with precision multi-turn trimmer potentiometers.
Modular design with a range of symmetrical mounting holes for connecting units together
and other customizations.
Description of Functionality
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Affix your modules to these
rails with 10mm deep M3
machine screws. Place a small
nylon spacer between the
screws' heads and the modules
to avoid marking them.
Threaded Rails
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Mains Power
Dangerous high voltage
connections are housed behind
this plastic cover. This should
never be removed except by
a qualified electrician.
Rack Ears
Use these to mount your case to
a standard 19" rack.
Calibration Potentiometers
These come pre-tuned from the factory,
but if necessary, the levels of the three
voltage rails can be fine-tuned using these
multi-turn trimmer potentiometers.
Module Power Ports
These 18 shrouded IDC connectors provide +12V, -12V, and +5V
power rails to the attached Eurorack compatible modules. All modules
should come with a 16pin to 10pin, or a 16pin to 16pin power cable.
Take extra care of the cable orientation when plugging in non-AvonSynth
modules, as some manufacturers have been known to supply incorrectly
wired IDC cables or other non-standard connections.
Power Connection
Use this rear socket to plug the case into a 230V AC
outlet, using a standard IEC power cable. A fuse is fitted
inside this socket. If the fuse is blown, please ask qualified
personnel to replace it.
AVS-CASE-1
Synthesizer Case

Depths at Different Points
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Front View
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AVS-CASE-1
Synthesizer Case
AvonSynth modules are generally 20mm deep, and can all be mounted anywhere in the case.
However, if you have deeper modules from other manufacturers, please refer to the below
diagram to ensure that your modules will fit, and to ensure best placement.
Side Illustration
100mm 90mm 65mm
45mm
Expansion
Board
Main Power
Board
Expansion
Board
Mains
Power
Protector
Toroid
Typical
AvonSynth
Module
20mm

Warranty & Support
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Safety Precautions
Please use this case in accordance with the following safety guidelines in order to
maximize the life of the product and ensure warranty from AvonSynth.
This product is covered by AvonSynth's warranty for one year from the manufacturing date.
Within this timeframe, any manufacturing defect will be repaired or replaced by AvonSynth.
Damage caused to the product due to not following the safety precautions above,
unauthorized modification of the hardware, or misuse such as subjecting the unit to reverse
or excessive voltages, or higher than rated current draw will void this warranty.
If you have any concerns about your AvonSynth hardware, please get in touch via
[e-mail] to discuss any issues. We will do our best to assist you in getting your
hardware operating correctly, and if necessary, we will provide an RMA (Return Merchandise
Authorization) to send back the unit for inspection. Any postal costs incurred in this process
will be the responsibility of the customer. Please do not send back merchandise before
receiving this authorization.
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Keep water and other conductive liquids and materials away from this case.
It is not water proof, or even water resistant. Exposure to these can cause
short-circuits that can render the equipment unusable.
Be sure to keep this equipment in an environment with an ambient
temperature above -20 C and below +50 C. Excessively hot or cold
temperatures can be damaging to the electronic circuits used.
Equipment with exposed circuit-boards are delicate. Take the utmost care when
handling and transporting this equipment, making sure not to subject it to
excessive forces. Ensure that the case is packaged safely while being
transported and that the original packing materials are used when sending
the module anywhere by post.
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This piece of equipment contains dangerous, potentially lethal voltages.
Do not under any circumstances tamper with the transformer, or remove
the protective plastic high-voltage cover. Should the unit need servicing,
refer all work to qualified electrical service personel.