B. Gain If the channel is configured as an attenutor, the gain ranges from 0 to 1. The signal is muted when
the knob is turned fully counter-clockwise, and is passed without attenuation when the knob is turned fully
clockwise.
If the channel is configured as an attenuverter, the gain ranges from -1 to +1. The signal is inverted when
the knob is turned fully counter-clockwise, and is passed without attenuation when the knob is turned fully
clockwise. When this knob is set at 12 o’clock, the signal is muted.
1. Signal input. When nothing is patched into this input, a constant voltage of +5V (or +10V) is sent to the
attenuverter/attenuator. Thus, a constant voltage of adjustable level and polarity will be generated on the
output. The three jumpers at the back of the module select which voltage is sent to each of the three
inputs - +5V, +10V, or +0V (when the jumper is removed).
2. Signal output When no patch cable is plugged into an output, the signal from this channel is routed to
the next channel. For example, when no patch cable is patched into output 1, output 2 will contain the sum
of channel 2 and channel 1. If nothing is patched into outputs 1 and 2, output 3 will contain the sum of all
three channels.
When output 1 is left unconnected, the signal on output 2 is the sum of channels 1 and 2. Channel 3 can
be used for another purpose (attenuation, attenuversion, or constant CV generation).
When output 1 and 2 are left unconnected, the signal on output 3 is the sum of channels 1, 2 and 3.
Because Shades’ outputs are daisy-chained, the module can be used as an offset generator.
Leave channel 1’s input and output unpatched.1.
Connect a CV source to channel 2’s input.2.
Channel 2’s output will contain a scaled and offset copy of the input signal. Use channel 1’s knob to adjust the
offset, and use channel 2’s knob to adjust the amplitude and polarity of the CV.
3.
This product is covered by Mutable Instruments’ warranty, for one year following the date of manufacture.
This warranty covers any defect in the manufacturing of this product. This warranty does not cover any
damage or malfunction caused by incorrect use - such as, but not limited to, power cables connected
backwards, excessive voltage levels, or exposure to extreme temperature or moisture levels.
The warranty covers replacement or repair, as decided by Mutable Instruments. Please contact our
customer service (support@mutable-instruments.net) for a return authorization before sending the
module. The cost of sending a module back for servicing is paid for by the customer.
Mutable Instruments encourages modding and hacking, but we will not service modified units or provide
any assistance in the realization of mods.
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