Circuitmess Synthia User Manual

Introduction
The beginning
Welcome to CircuitMess Synthia build guide!
By following this build guide, you'll learn how to assemble your digital musical
sampler. With Synthia, you'll learn how microcomputers and other electronic
components are used for sound production; you will be able to create unique
music by playing with the pre-loaded sounds samples or recording your own
sound samples with the built-in microphone, and much more.
Age group
Like it says on the box, Synthia is designed for anyone who's at least 11 years old.
You should approach some of the assembly steps carefully, so make sure to have
an adult jump in if you need some help with soldering or tightening the bolts later
Synthia Build Guide

Circuitmess Synthia Specifications

General

Brand	Circuitmess
Model	Synthia
Category	Synthesizer
Language	English

Summary

What's in the box?

Component Checklist

Mandatory Tools for Assembly

Essential Tool Identification

Lists all mandatory tools required for Synthia assembly.

Soldering Iron and Accessories

Details the soldering iron, stand, solder, sponge, and their uses.

Cutting and Gripping Tools

Screwdriver for Casing

Soldering Introduction and Resources

Solder Wick Usage Guide

Soldering Best Practices and Safety

Key Soldering Safety and Maintenance

Covers safety rules, iron cleaning, stand usage, and solder amount.

Solder Joint Quality and Appearance

Focuses on avoiding residual solder and recognizing good/bad joints.

Using the Soldering Iron: Setup and Operation

Step 1-2: Iron Setup and Power

Instructions for setting up the soldering iron on its stand and plugging it in.

Step 3: Temperature and Cooling

Setting temperature, heating up, and safe cooling procedures for the iron.

Chapter One: Soldering Components

Soldering the Headphone Jack

Soldering Connectors and Buttons

Soldering Encoders and Sliders

Connecting the Speaker

Speaker Connection to PCB

Chapter Two: First Check

Hardware Test Introduction and PC Connection

Overview of the hardware test and connecting Synthia to a PC via USB.

Component Testing and Feedback

Testing buttons, encoders, sliders, and LEDs, with voice assistant feedback.

Chapter Three: Casing Up

Acrylic Casing Preparation

Assembling the Acrylic Casing

Final Assembly Touches

Attaching Button and Encoder Caps

Applying Rubber Feet