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| [http://shop.zynthian.org Zynthian Shop] | | [http://shop.zynthian.org Zynthian Shop] |
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− | Specifically, these instructions are for assembling Zynthian Kits v4.2, v4.3 & v4.4, that include: | + | Specifically, these instructions are for assembling Zynthian Kits v4.2, v4.3, v4.4, v4.5 & v4.6, that include: |
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| * ''Hifiberry DAC+ADC Stage'' or ''ZynADAC'' soundcard | | * ''Hifiberry DAC+ADC Stage'' or ''ZynADAC'' soundcard |
| * ZynAuCon connector board | | * ZynAuCon connector board |
− | * Zynaptik v2 module | + | * Zynaptik-2 or zynaptik-3 module |
| * ZynScreen v1.5 display | | * ZynScreen v1.5 display |
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| =List of Materials= | | =List of Materials= |
− | * [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynthian-kit-v4-358?category=13 Zynthian Kit v4.X] | + | * [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynthian-kit-v4-6-448?category=13 Zynthian Kit v4.X] |
| ** [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/ Raspberry 4 Computing Board] | | ** [https://www.raspberrypi.org/products/ Raspberry 4 Computing Board] |
− | ** [https://blog.zynthian.org/2021/05/zynadac-v1-0-an-open-hardware-soundcard-for-zynthian/ ZynADAC souncard] or | + | ** [https://blog.zynthian.org/2021/05/zynadac-v1-0-an-open-hardware-soundcard-for-zynthian/ ZynADAC souncard] or [https://www.hifiberry.com/docs/data-sheets/datasheet-dac-adc-stage/ HifiBerry DAC+ADC STAGE souncard] |
− | ** [https://www.hifiberry.com/docs/data-sheets/datasheet-dac-adc-stage/ HifiBerry DAC+ADC STAGE souncard]
| + | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynaucon-module-443?category=16 ZynAuCon Module] (audio connector board) |
− | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynaucon-module-406?category=16 ZynAuCon Module] (audio connector board) | |
| ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynscreen-v1-5-361?category=16 ZynScreen v1.5] (3.5" touch-display + controllers I/O + rubber silicon button) | | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynscreen-v1-5-361?category=16 ZynScreen v1.5] (3.5" touch-display + controllers I/O + rubber silicon button) |
| ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynthian-controllers-v4-328?category=16 4 x controllers v4] | | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynthian-controllers-v4-328?category=16 4 x controllers v4] |
| <!--** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynaptik-module-330?category=16 Zynaptic module] (MIDI IN/THRU/OUT & extended I/O)--> | | <!--** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynaptik-module-330?category=16 Zynaptic module] (MIDI IN/THRU/OUT & extended I/O)--> |
− | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynaptik-2-module-420?category=16 Zynaptic-2 module] (MIDI IN/THRU/OUT & extended I/O) | + | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynaptik-3-module-446?category=16 Zynaptic module] (MIDI IN/THRU/OUT & extended I/O) |
| ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/aluminum-case-kit-v4-1-333?category=16 Aluminum Case v4] (including zynductor passive cooling, bolts & nuts) | | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/aluminum-case-kit-v4-1-333?category=16 Aluminum Case v4] (including zynductor passive cooling, bolts & nuts) |
− | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynthian-case-connectors-kit-v4-363?category=16 Pre-built MIDI case-connectors] (with soldered harnesses) | + | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/midi-case-connectors-v4-366?category=16 Pre-built MIDI case-connectors] (with soldered harnesses) |
| ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynthian-ribbon-bus-cable-278?category=16 Ribbon bus cable] | | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/zynthian-ribbon-bus-cable-278?category=16 Ribbon bus cable] |
| ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/raspberry-pi-15-3w-usb-c-power-supply-389?category=16 Power supply for RBPi 4] (5V 3A USB type-C connector) => Optional | | ** [https://shop.zynthian.org/shop/product/raspberry-pi-15-3w-usb-c-power-supply-389?category=16 Power supply for RBPi 4] (5V 3A USB type-C connector) => Optional |
− | * 16GB micro-SD card or bigger (Use a high-quality card) => Not included on official kits! | + | ** micro-SD card >16GB (use a good-quality card) => '''Needed but not included''' on official kits! |
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| =Some definitions= | | =Some definitions= |
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| ===Zynthian Kit v4=== | | ===Zynthian Kit v4=== |
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− | A Zynthian Kit is a set of electronic and mechanic parts. The ''official'' Zynthian Kit v4.2 consists of these parts: | + | A Zynthian Kit is a set of electronic and mechanic parts. The ''official'' Zynthian Kit v4.6 consists of these parts: |
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| + '''1 x Raspberry Pi 4''' | | + '''1 x Raspberry Pi 4''' |
− | + '''1 x Hifiberry DAC+ADC PRO''' | + | + '''1 x ZynADAC Soundcard''' |
| + '''1 x ZynAuCon Module + Mini-ribbon cable''' | | + '''1 x ZynAuCon Module + Mini-ribbon cable''' |
| + '''1 x ZynScreen v1.5:''' Touch-Display 3.5" + Controllers circuit + Silicone buttons | | + '''1 x ZynScreen v1.5:''' Touch-Display 3.5" + Controllers circuit + Silicone buttons |
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| + '''1 x Zynaptik Module:''' MIDI Ports + extended I/O | | + '''1 x Zynaptik Module:''' MIDI Ports + extended I/O |
| + '''1 x Ribbon bus cable''' | | + '''1 x Ribbon bus cable''' |
− | + '''1 x Zynthian Aluminium Case''' | + | + '''1 x Aluminium Case''' |
− | + '''1 x MIDI Connectors Set + LEDs''' | + | + '''3 x MIDI Connectors with harness + LEDs''' |
| + '''1 x Bolts & Nuts Set''' | | + '''1 x Bolts & Nuts Set''' |
| + '''1 x Zynductor''' | | + '''1 x Zynductor''' |
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| [[File:IMG_3395_fixed.JPG|400px]] | | [[File:IMG_3395_fixed.JPG|400px]] |
| [[File:IMG_3401_fixed2.JPG|500px]] | | [[File:IMG_3401_fixed2.JPG|500px]] |
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| + | {{NoteBox|In the latest kits (v4.5), the ZynAuCon board includes a mini-jack headphones connector with a volume wheel. Also, the aluminum case has 2 extra holes for securing the ZynAuCon with 2 x M2.5 bolts.}} |
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| ===Secure the MIDI connectors=== | | ===Secure the MIDI connectors=== |
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| + | {{WarningBox|Some aluminum cases have the LEDs mounting holes a little bit bigger than it should be. For patching this issue you could use a drop of glue from the inner side.}} |
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| When it's done, you have to plug the LED wires into the 2 spare "DUPONT" connectors from the MIDI harness (green & yellow wires). Polarity is important, so don't cross the wires: | | When it's done, you have to plug the LED wires into the 2 spare "DUPONT" connectors from the MIDI harness (green & yellow wires). Polarity is important, so don't cross the wires: |
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| '''And that's all!!''' Your Zynthian Box is almost ready to boot. I recommend that you double-check everything before powering up the device. | | '''And that's all!!''' Your Zynthian Box is almost ready to boot. I recommend that you double-check everything before powering up the device. |
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| + | =Close the case= |
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| + | Once everything is in its place and you have tested that it works, it's time to close the case |
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| + | Take your time to bend and push the cables to get a good fit when closing the case. The ribbon bus cable is pre-bent to make this process easier. |
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| + | {{WarningBox| If you have a v4.5 kit or higher, you should take extra care for getting the mini-jack headphones connector and the volume wheel to fit into their places. Put special attention to not forcing the volume wheel when opening or closing the case! }} |
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| + | Finally, fasten the 8 self-taping bolts to secure the case, 4 on each side. |
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| + | {{NoteBox| Be careful not to over-tighten the case screws, as it can buckle the top plate. If you notice the top place bowing slightly, loosen the screws a little until the surface is level. }} |
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| =Testing your Zynthian Box= | | =Testing your Zynthian Box= |
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| If this doesn't work, you have to [[#Locating_and_Solving_problems|locate and solve the problem(s)]]. | | If this doesn't work, you have to [[#Locating_and_Solving_problems|locate and solve the problem(s)]]. |
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| =Update your Zynthian Box= | | =Update your Zynthian Box= |