Lithium Grim StormBoost Building Instructions

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V1.0

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  • Page 1 StormBoost Building instructions V1.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    StormBoost v1.0 Table of contents Components ............................3 PCB layout ............................... 3 Building sequence ........................... 4 Modifications ............................5 Onboard DIP switches ......................... 5 Off board wiring ............................5 Troubleshooting ............................6 Schematic ..............................7 Read this entire manual thoroughly before you start building the effect! Especially the modification part.
  • Page 3: Components

    StormBoost v1.0 Components Name Value Comment Name Value Comment 120p SMF/MKT/Wima DIP1 DIP2 SMF/MKT/Wima/Electrolytic RC4558P Electrolytic 25V+ LM386N-1 120p SMF/MKT/Wima VTL5C3 original Vactrol NSL-32 SMF/MKT/Wima B100k Boost Electrolytic 25V+ A100k Limitter SMF/MKT/Wima Level 100n SMF/MKT/Wima 1% metalfilm Electrolytic 25V+ 1% metalfilm...
  • Page 4: Building Sequence

    StormBoost v1.0 Building sequence Soldering this board can be very complicated for some people since the solder pads are very close together. Use a magnifying glass to make the job easier. Do not blow on your solder in an attempt to cool it down. That will possibly result in a bad join that...
  • Page 5: Modifications

    StormBoost v1.0 Modifications Onboard DIP switches The original has 2 unconnected parts. First there is a RF filter cap (C1) and secondly there is an extra electrolyte cap (C6) that controls the attack time of the boost. Both can be optionally engaged using the Dip switches.
  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    StormBoost v1.0 Troubleshooting All PCB’s have been 100% factory e-tested and out of every batch I receive I build an effect to double check, so there should not be a connection problem on the PCB itself. The board is not working (at all), what now? •...
  • Page 7: Schematic

    StormBoost v1.0 Schematic Manufacturer and product names are mentioned solely for circuit identification, and where applicable their trademarks are the property of their respective owners who are in no way associated or affiliated with the author. No cooperation or endorsement...

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