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Title: DS 5
Post by: mike13 on February 05, 2009, 04:12:51 PM

Wanted DS5

Title: DS 5
Post by: David Houck on February 08, 2009, 02:27:52 PM

Here you go. (http://memory-alpha.org/en/wiki/Deep_Space_5)

Title: DS 5
Post by: olieoliver on February 08, 2009, 03:28:10 PM

LOL Dave.  
 
You pulled a Bill (tgo).
 
OO

Title: DS 5
Post by: mike13 on February 08, 2009, 04:04:55 PM

Hey Dave,where do you plug it in ????

Title: DS 5
Post by: David Houck on February 08, 2009, 04:27:34 PM

I'm guessing a power coupling (http://memory-alpha.org/en/wiki/Power_coupling), and given the available information, I would choose a port power coupling over a starboard one, just in case your band comes under attack.  Hope that helps.

Title: DS 5
Post by: olieoliver on February 08, 2009, 04:35:21 PM

It may be logical to take a Triquarter (http://www.randomsector.com/databank/library/technology/triquarter.asp) reading first.
 
 

Title: DS 5
Post by: David Houck on February 08, 2009, 04:53:10 PM

I've always thought the spelling of that device to be tricorder (http://memory-alpha.org/en/wiki/Tricorder); a useful tool for testing the wiring at some of the more suspect bar stages.

Title: DS 5
Post by: olieoliver on February 08, 2009, 04:58:22 PM

Maybe on your planet Dave!  
 
 
nanO nanO

Title: DS 5
Post by: lbpesq on February 09, 2009, 12:15:02 AM

Live long and prosper.
 
Bill, tgo

Title: DS 5
Post by: edwin on February 15, 2009, 07:04:14 PM

You guys are no help!
 
There's one on ebay right now. You might also be able to build one. I've built a few and they are fairly simple (although the usual caveats involving AC current apply).
 
Edwin

Title: DS 5
Post by: Bradley Young on February 16, 2009, 12:54:39 PM

Edwin,
 
I'd like to build one, do you have any schematics?
 
Bradley

Title: DS 5
Post by: lbpesq on February 17, 2009, 01:20:17 PM

Edwin:
 
Same as Bradley.
 
Bill, tgo

Title: DS 5
Post by: kilowatt on February 17, 2009, 03:44:37 PM

Edwin,
 
I would love to have the schematic for a DS5. Finding one used can be difficult and I could really use one so I don't have to bring my full rack to rehearsal.
 
Pete

Title: DS 5
Post by: mica on February 17, 2009, 04:03:35 PM

I can mail a schematic to anyone that needs it - just drop me an email with your mailing address.

Title: DS 5
Post by: Bradley Young on February 17, 2009, 06:33:26 PM

Mica,
 
Is it this one:
 
(http://club.alembic.com/Images/395/61420.jpg)
 
?

Title: DS 5
Post by: Bradley Young on February 17, 2009, 06:43:08 PM

I think I can locate all the rest, but the 24 to 30 VAC center tapped transformer, I just don't really know much about.
 
Can anyone suggest a specific part that would work (preferrably with a location to buy it online)?

Title: DS 5
Post by: mica on February 17, 2009, 07:22:43 PM

Well I won't have to send any out. Look for a Stancor TP2 on the transformer, dad says these are usually quite easy to find surplus.

Title: DS 5
Post by: Bradley Young on February 18, 2009, 02:38:52 PM

As long as we're on this topic:
 
Any issue with connecting a Jensen transformer on the output jacks?
 
Bradley

Title: DS 5
Post by: tdukes on May 01, 2009, 02:50:50 PM

Can anyone here who built one of these give an approximation of how much it cost to build?
 
Or better yet, does anyone have one of the old blue boxes they have maybe replaced with a rackmount they want to sell?
 
Todd.

Title: DS 5
Post by: mike13 on May 23, 2009, 06:23:16 PM

I just built one in OZ cost me about $55 AUD the diecast box was the dearest part at $35

Title: DS 5
Post by: tdukes on May 26, 2009, 06:26:18 AM

Thanks for the info Mike. Sounds like a good weekend project.
 
Todd.

Title: DS 5
Post by: jazzyvee on May 26, 2009, 07:38:55 AM

I'm looking for the parts now but can't find the 5 pin switchcraft socket in the UK.
Any pointers?
 
Jazzyvee

Title: DS 5
Post by: sonicus on May 26, 2009, 08:18:40 AM

Hi jazzyvee  .
try http://markertek.com (http://markertek.com)   they are a pro outlet for such specialties.

Title: DS 5
Post by: sonicus on May 26, 2009, 08:29:33 AM

Hi jazzyvee, http://markertek.com (http://markertek.com)  is also in LONDON UK.You will find what you need.

Title: DS 5
Post by: Bradley Young on May 28, 2009, 06:54:13 PM

I can't figure out where to get the transformer.
 
Any hints?
 
Bradley

Title: DS 5
Post by: sonicus on May 29, 2009, 01:07:43 AM

I have not checked their inventory but you might try http://MCMelectronics.com
 
(Message edited by sonicus on May 29, 2009)

Title: DS 5
Post by: sonicus on May 29, 2009, 01:26:10 AM

Perhaps AL LASHERS ELECTRONICS   510-843-5915  
 
or ELECTRONICS PLUS   415-843-0466

Title: DS 5
Post by: jazzyvee on May 29, 2009, 03:15:46 AM

Here are some links to start you off.
Connectors: Neutrick
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FRX.xhtml (http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FRX.xhtml)
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FRX-B.xhtml
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FD-L-BAG-1.xhtml (http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FD-L-BAG-1.xhtml)
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FD-L-B-1.xhtml
Switchcract Connectors:
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/D5F.xhtml (http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/D5F.xhtml)
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/A5F.xhtml
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/A5F.xhtml (http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/A5F.xhtml)
Can'f find any rightangled Switchcraft connectors.
 
Transformer: http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=3688 (http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=3688)
 
 
Although there is a London outlet listed, I cant find any UK listings on the site.
 
Jazzyvee

Title: DS 5
Post by: jazzyvee on May 29, 2009, 03:26:29 AM

Here are some links to start you off.
Connectors: Neutrick
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FRX.xhtml (http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FRX.xhtml)
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FRX-B.xhtml
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FD-L-BAG-1.xhtml (http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FD-L-BAG-1.xhtml)
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Neutrik-USA-Inc/NC5FD-L-B-1.xhtml
Switchcract Connectors:
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/D5F.xhtml (http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/D5F.xhtml)
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/A5F.xhtml
http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/A5F.xhtml (http://www.markertek.com/Cables-Connectors-Adapters/Audio-Connectors/XLR-Connectors/Switchcraft-Corporation/A5F.xhtml)
Can'f find any rightangled Switchcraft connectors.
 
Transformer: http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=3688 (http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=3688)
 
 
Although there is a London outlet listed, I cant find any UK listings on the site.
 
Jazzyvee

Title: DS 5
Post by: jfiles on May 29, 2009, 09:06:23 AM

If you are interested, I just made a couple of rack mount DS5-type units and ordered the parts from Mouser (www.mouser.com (http://www.mouser.com)). Here is the parts list including the transformer:
 
Mouser #:611-7201-021
Mfr. #:   7201P3YZQE
Desc.: Toggle Switches ON-ON DPDT FLT $7.68ea.
   
Mouser #:568-NC5FP-1-B
Mfr. #:   NC5FP-B-1
Desc.: XLR Panel Mount Connectors 5C FEMALE BLACK $11.52ea.
      
Mouser #: 660-CF1/4LT52R203G
Mfr. #: CF1/4LT52R203G
Desc.: 1/4Watt Axial Leaded Carbon Film Resistors 1/4W 20K 5%TR $0.34ea.
      
Mouser #: 75-TVA1213
Mfr. #:   TVA1213
Desc.: TVA Axial Electrolytic Capacitors 25V 2000uF $4.99ea.
      
Mouser #: 833-RB152-BP
Mfr. #:   RB152-BP
Desc.: Rectifiers - Bridge 100V 1.5A $0.34ea.
       
Mouser #: 802-P-8396
Mfr. #:   P-8396
Desc.:   Power Transformers Single Secondary $10.94ea.
 
You can use the above schematic and build it that way. I got the single rack space 19 boxes from Markertek. I included some other stuff (front & back outputs, mono/stereo switching, effects loops, etc.), but this will get you going.
 
Thanks!
 
John

Title: DS 5
Post by: jazzyvee on May 30, 2009, 02:58:38 AM

Thanks John
I will price those parts in sterling.
 
Jazzyvee

Title: DS 5
Post by: crazykiwi on July 05, 2009, 04:48:25 PM

FWIW, I had my amp tech in London make me one and incorporate it along with an Fostex 4 channel mixer into a 1u rack mounted chassis.  So I had 2 channels for the Alembic and two other channels for mono basses with a stereo effects loop.  Works a treat!

Title: DS 5
Post by: sonicus on July 05, 2009, 06:28:19 PM

Hey thats TRICKY! cool_______ I like that. Does it have balanced out  pin 3 hot
with ground lift  as well ?