Setup Bitbox Mk2; Choose An Orientation; Rack Installation; Connect An Output - 1010music Bitbox mk2 2.1 User Manual

Bitbox MK2 2.1 User Manual

SETUP BITBOX MK2

In this section we will discuss how to install the bitbox mk2 module in a Eurorack, insert
the microSD card, and configure some general settings.

Choose an Orientation

Bitbox mk2 can be configured so that the user interface will be right side up with either
the touchscreen at the top of the module, or at the bottom. We originally designed the
module to run with the touchscreen on the top of the module, and the text on the face
plate right side up. If you are running the module in a tabletop skiff and want to be able
to access the touchscreen without reaching over the cables, install the module with the
touchscreen at the bottom. You can purchase an inverted face plate on our website if
you like to work with the screen below the jacks. Think about how you want to use the
module and decide on the orientation that will work for your setup. We will talk about
how to flip the user interface when we configure the general module settings.
Note:
► When the user interface is flipped, the alignment of the knobs will be slightly
higher than the on-screen elements that they control. However, the general
orientation mapping will be correct.

Rack Installation

Let's make sure you have a compatible Eurorack. Bitbox mk2 requires a +12V
connection and uses the standard 16-pin ribbon cable to connect to the rack. You
should always power down the Eurorack when connecting new modules. Remove
bitbox mk2 from the packing material and attach the ribbon cable to the back of the
module. The cable is the same on both ends so it does not matter which end is inserted
into the module. However, the connector must be in the correct orientation. The
connector on the module is keyed so the ribbon cable won't easily fit in the wrong
orientation. The correct orientation places the edge of the
ribbon cable with the red line on the left side of the
module as shown in the photo to the right. Next, connect
the other end of the ribbon cable to the power supply for
your Eurorack. Be careful when connecting to the
Eurorack power supply because not all power supplies
are keyed to ensure correct orientation. The ribbon cable
should be connected to the power supply so that the
edge of the ribbon cable with the red line is aligned with
the −12V pins on the power supply bus. When you power
up, watch closely to make sure that the module powers
up. If the touch screen doesn't respond right away, turn
off the rack and confirm the cable orientation. 1010music
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modules do contain some buffering to prevent burning
out the module but that only
buffers for so long. Don't power up yet.
Next make sure the microSD card that came with the
module is inserted into the MICRO SD slot. Most
modules come with the microSD card already inserted.
The card should be inserted with the straight edge
closest to the touchscreen. Bitbox mk2 has been tested
with microSD cards that hold up to 256 GB of data, but
theoretically can support even larger cards. Now you can
power up the rack. The module should start up in less
than 10 seconds and you will see the Pads screen as
shown on the right.
Note:
► A microSD card must be inserted into bitbox mk2 before you can get started. All
presets are stored on the microSD card.
► Preset changes are only saved when you choose to save them.

Connect an Output

In order to hear the sounds that are playing on your bitbox mk2, you will need to
connect the outputs to some speakers. Start by inserting two mini TS cables to the
OUT1 and OUT2 jacks and then connecting the other ends to your mixer or speakers.

Connect an Input

Bitbox mk2 accepts several different forms of input. For now we will set up some basic
inputs to get you started. If you are going to use a MIDI device to drive your bitbox mk2,
connect it to the MIDI input on the bitbox.
Note:
► The Bitbox mk2 MIDI input is compatible with both Type A and Type B mini
TRS connections. For information about MIDI adapters and compatibility see
our knowledge base article at https://1010music.com/stereo-minijacks-midi-
connections-compatibility-guide.
► Use the provided mini TRS to MIDI 5 Pin DIN adapter to connect to a standard
MIDI cable.
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