Tête + Tetrapad Manual
INSTALLATION
Intellijel Eurorack modules are designed to be used with a Eurorack-compatible case and power
supply. We recommend you use Intellijel cases and power supplies.
Before installing these modules in your case, you must ensure your power supply has a free power
header and sufficient available capacity to power the modules:
● Sum up the specified +12V current draw for all modules, including the new ones. Do the same
for the -12 V and +5V current draw. The current draw will be specified in the manufacturer's
technical specifications for each module.
● Compare each of the sums to specifications for your case’s power supply.
● Only proceed with installation if none of the values exceeds the power supply’s specifications.
Otherwise you must remove modules to free up capacity or upgrade your power supply.
You will also need to ensure your case has enough free space (hp) to fit the new modules. To prevent
screws or other debris from falling into the case and shorting any electrical contacts, do not leave
gaps between adjacent modules, and cover all unused areas with blank panels. Similarly, do not use
open frames or any other enclosure that exposes the backside of any module or the power distribution
board.
You can use a tool like ModularGrid to assist in your planning. Failure to adequately power your
modules may result in damage to your modules or power supply. If you are unsure, please contact us
before proceeding.
Installing Your Modules
When installing or removing modules from your case
always turn off the power to the case and disconnect
the power cable. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury or equipment damage.
Ensure the 10-pin connector on the power cable is
connected correctly to each module before
proceeding. The red stripe on the cable must line up
with the -12V pins on the module’s power connector.
Different modules use different ways to indicate the
-12V pins. Some may be labelled with “-12V;” a white
stripe next to the -12V pins; the words “red stripe;” or
some combination of these. Additionally, some
modules may have shrouded headers, thus
preventing backward connections.
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