DELPTRONICS Trigger Man Trigger/Gate Sequencer Eurorack Module User Manual for Firmware Version 1 The most recent version of this manual can be found at http://delptronics.com/triggerman.php.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 2 of 11 Introduction The Delptronics Trigger Man is a unique trigger sequencer. There are 8 trigger/gate outputs and each pattern consists of 8 steps per output. It has 8 pattern memories, which can be played back in any order and chained into a pattern of patters up to 100 patterns long. The revolutionary pattern editing interface enables you to create any pattern with just two knobs. Features 8 HP wide, 30mm deep. 8 trigger/gate outputs.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 3 of 11 Terminology Sequences and Patterns A sequence is a set of 8 steps. Each output jack has its own sequence. You can think of it as an 8X8 grid, with steps in the X axis and the outputs in the Y axis – just like the step and output LEDs on the panel. A pattern is a set of 8 sequences. There are 8 pattern memories. Controls, Jacks, and LEDs This manual refers to the controls, jacks and LEDs by the names shown below.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 4 of 11 Quick Reference To cram a zillion functions into 8 HP, many of the controls and LEDs perform different functions depending on the mode of operation. The control scheme is quite intuitive and easy to master. The chart below summarizes the functions of the controls and LEDs for each mode. Controls and LEDs “O / ••• +Mode” means, while in Algorithmic or Step Edit mode, hold down the Mode button while turning or pressing one of the top two knobs.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 5 of 11 Algorithmic Mode In Algorithmic Mode, the Step LEDs at the top of the module show the sequence of on and off steps for one output jack at a time. An illuminated LED corresponds to a positive 12 volts on the output jack for that step. An off LED represents a rest where the output jack is zero volts (grounded). One of the Output LEDs on the right side of the module is illuminated to indicate which output is currently being edited.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 6 of 11 ••• Step Edit Mode Step Edit Mode offers a more traditional editing method in which each step is turned on or off individually. The controls in Step Edit Mode are nearly identical to Algorithmic mode. All of the controls work exactly the same, with the exception of Knob 1. Turn Knob 1 to move the blinking cursor to the left or right. Press Knob 1 to toggle the step indicated by the cursor.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 7 of 11 Start/Stop Button Pressing the Start/Stop Button starts or stops the internal clock. The clock stops immediately on whatever step was playing. When the clock restarts, it starts on step one. The Clock LED under the Start/Stop Button blinks in time with the clock. Note that the Start/Stop Button acts differently if you are using an external clock signal plugged into the Clock Jack. See the Configuration section for details.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 8 of 11 Clock and Control Jacks The behavior of the Clock and Control Jacks is set in Configuration mode. The specifics of each jack’s behavior in each different mode are described on the next page. Configuration Mode Configuration mode is used to set the behavior of the Clock and Control Jacks. The Step LEDs display the state of the configurable options. The chart below shows the meanings of each of the LEDs.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 9 of 11 Clock Jack Function Ticks: The Clock Jack is expecting a standard clock signal. Hysteresis occurs at 2.5 volts. That is, when the voltage on the jack rises above 2.5 volts, it is considered on, and when it drops below 2.5 volts, it is considered off. Any waveform of any pulse width can be used to clock the Trigger Man, including, but not limited to square, triangle, and saw tooth waves.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 10 of 11 Control Jack (per output) When in Algorithmic or Step Edit mode, the voltage on the control jack affects the shift and/or complexity of the outputs. Each output can be individually configured as to how it responds to the control voltage, if at all. Voltage Controlled Shift/Complexity Change On First Step: The shift and/or complexity, as determined by the voltage on the Control Jack, changes on the first step.
Trigger Man User ManualV1 11 of 11 Saving Data Changes to the configuration are saved when you exit configuration mode. Changes to the steps are only saved when you press the Start/Stop or Mode buttons. Saving constantly whenever the steps changed would introduce delays and would wear out the nonvolatile memory.
