Hello PS6ers. Just got one of these babys which looks great with my Sigma. I bought this thing knowing it didn't work hoping it was a battery problem but I...
... that my power supply -15v and -5v were shot. I'm still trying to figure out why but check those voltage via the test point on the power supply board to see...
I back again. I was able to track and find the problems with the power supply. Replaced the Regulator and transistor and my outputs are good and stable....
... Has the battery leaked? Have you already fixed it? Without the battery and with all parts around the battery ok, the Polysix functions 100%, it only can't...
Hi, I am trying to reset the factory sounds on my polysix. I have downloaded the data (.wav of the original tape) from http://analog.no/ and have followed...
using these old machines liked you to tweak the "tone control" on your little cassette recorder - turning it towards the treble - computer soundcards tend not...
... The battery leak on my Polysix was very hard to see, but it damaged the memory circuit board and the nearest chip underneath so that I had complete sound...
... It's possible - have someone with knowledge of electronics open the thing up and check that the "tape in" wires are connected at both ends and the socket...
... that if the traces to the processor or IC31 are damaged you possibly will not get any sound? Does this also hold true if you try to play it in "manual...
Correct -- even in Manual mode, it won't work. The Polysix (& other "memory" synths) runs ALL of its control voltages thru the CPU -- any problem on the data...
... narrow diagnosing time for me. Looks like I'll better get my soldering iron and a wire out. ... voltages thru ... reflected in ... trace ... tracing ... in...
... So is this what makes the Polysix have DCO's? Today I checked the resonance voltage at CN05-7 and found out it's rastered, because I couldn't set it to...
... Eh, not exactly... ... OK, I was giving a simplified answer. To be more exact, on a memory type synth, all CVs are multiplexed & turned into digital...
Ok..... Rebuilt the power supply. It now works, Changed the battery and re traced most of the area. replaced the 74LS08 next to the battery but still now...
Check the Crystal Quartz and also check the lines with a scope from the CPU ... regards, lnz2166 <lnz2166@...> wrote: Ok..... Rebuilt the power supply....
Thanks to all who gave suggestions on my recently purchased Polysix blue light special. Here is what I've done so far: 1. Power Supply was blown. Changed the...
Hi, I don't know. But have you already tried to clean them ? You should use pure alcohol for the copper/gold contacts. If there are still markings on the gold...
Hi, Thanks for the reply. I have already had them cleaned but the technician said a couple of them are on there way out. I assume this would be a common...
I had a few key rubbers missing from my Polysix. I had a broken tv lying around and I took apart the remote control and found somewhat similar rubber pads...
try this place: http://oaktreeent.com/Korg_Keyboard_Parts_Units.htm i've never ordered, but they claim to see "reconditioned" strips, as well as a "key contact...
To all, The carbon reconditioner stuff that you all are referring to is made by Chemtronics. I used to sell the line. Part Number is CW2610. Its a conductive...
... page). Some pages are hard to read but its a great start. It helped meget my P-Six running. You can also get one from Ebay for about 20 bucks. ... where...
Thank you for the help. I tried the Old crow's web site. but it seems it has been cancelled. Could you email me the manual? Greatly appreciated Frank ... ...
Hi all! I posted the Polysix Tips and Tricks page at my new website as the old link no longer works. If anyone has any new tips or tricks please let me know...