BINARY
Binary is a 1-bit analog computer that takes up to six inputs and determines whether
the output voltage should be high (+5V) or low (0V).
Binary was designed to take the individual step outputs of a single Algorhythm
module and create an additional pattern with its own controls. Another application
would be to combine the Pattern outputs of multiple Algorhythm modules into a
single stream, with the ability to mute certain portions of the sequence during
playback. However, Binary can be used with nearly any gate/trigger source.
Each input has its own illuminated on/off switch. In the ON position, the switch is
illuminated at approximately 50% brightness. Incoming voltages will increase the
brightness from this baseline, providing visual feedback about the incoming signal. In
the OFF position, the baseline is to have no illumination, with an increase to
approximately 50% brightness when input voltage increases.
The output circuitry of Binary can be switched between OR and NOR logic for
different patching applications. OR logic is used to combine multiple pulse inputs into
a single output (without changing the output voltage level). With the OR gate active,
the output voltage of Binary is high when any of the six input voltages are high. NOR
is a logical negation of OR, so switching to NOR logic will provide negation of input
voltages. With the NOR gate active, the output is high by default. An incoming
positive voltage will cause the output to drop to 0V.
The NOR gate can be used for sidechaining effects, where a VCA or filter is closed
when a timing event occurs. Upbeats can also be changed to downbeats without
repatching. The NOR gate can also be used to convert S-Trig signals into V-Trig (or
vice-versa) because the output circuitry operates in the positive voltage domain only.
(This patch is explained in detail later in the manual.)
Binary is a fully-analog design that primarily uses transistors for its logic circuitry. This
means that the circuitry works well into the audible frequency range.
