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32 33Quick Start Guide
GRIND
ENVELOPE GENERATOR SECTION
The envelope generator can be used to modulate
the cuto frequency in the VCF section, and the
voltage controlled amplier (VCA). Envelope also
can be used to modulate the VCO frequency and
pulse width.
The controls for attack time, sustain level and
decay time, allow you to adjust the envelope shape
through a wide range.
PATCH BAY SECTION
This section allows you the versatility to create
many dierent sounds, with an endless variety of
options and congurations.
The VC MIX control is like having a separate
mini-mixer or variable voltage source. It operates
independently from the main signal path. It allows
you to adjust a mix between the patchbay MIX 1
input and MIX 2 input, with possible modulation
control from the VC MIX CV input. The patchbay VC
MIX output can then be used to connect to other
inputs in the patch bay.
If there are no MIX 1 or MIX 2 inputs connected,
then the VC MIX output will vary from 0V (fully
left) to +5 V (fully right). Experiment with this
by connecting the VC MIX output to an input, and
varying the VC MIX control.
Caution: Do not overload the 3.5 mm inputs.
They can only accept the correct level of voltages
as shown in the specication tables. The 3.5mm
outputs should only be connected to inputs
capable of receiving the output voltages. Failure to
follow these instructions may damage the GRIND
or external units.
SEQUENCER SECTION
The sequencer is described in further detail in this
document. It also features an arpeggiator, and a
13-key keyboard.
OUTPUT (VCA) SECTION
Use the main volume control to adjust the sound
level in your headphones or speaker system.
Keep the level down low when rst putting on
headphones.
Keep the GRIND power turned o when making
anyconnections.
Turn on the GRIND before turning on any power
ampliers, and turn it o last. This will help
prevent any turn on or turn o “pops or thumps” in
your speakers.
The output can be modulated using the envelope,
or it can be on continuously, playing and holding
the last note played, until the next note occurs.
ARPEGGIATOR
To use the arpeggiator, press the ARP switch in the
sequencer section:
1. Press it once to play the arpeggiator. (It stops
when notes are released.)
2. Press it twice, or press HOLD and ARP, to hold
the arpeggio. (It continues when notes are
released.)
The arpeggiator rate is set by the TEMPO/GATE
LENGTH knob. The arpeggiator gate length is set by
SHIFT + TEMPO/GATE LENGTH.
The order in which the arpeggiator notes are played
has 8 options, which can be changed by pressing
and holding SHIFT (34) and using keys 1 – 8 to
select the required mode:
1. UP 1
2. DOWN 1
3. DOWN and UP
4. RANDOM
5. UP (+ 1 Oct)
6. DOWN (+1 Oct)
7. UP (- 1 Oct)
8. DOWN (- 1 Oct)
ACCENT
If you are playing a MIDI keyboard, the accent is
automatically triggered when the velocity exceeds
the threshold. (This accent velocity threshold can
be adjusted, or this feature disabled, using the
SynthTribe APP).
To use accent while playing, press the
ACCENTswitch:
1. Press and hold to play the note with accent
status. (It stops when the switch is released.)
2. Press it twice to play and hold the accent
status. (The LED ashes slowly.)
FIRMWARE UPDATE
The SynthTribe App is available as a free download
from the GRIND product page of our website:
behringer.com. The latest le can be downloaded
and stored on your computer, and then used to
update the GRIND if required.