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[[File:cgs_photo_cgs97v1.0_noise_12v.jpg|center|800px]]'''CGS97''' the '''CGS Serge noise''' module can be built in several ways. In it's simplest form, it contains three basic outputs, White noise, Pink noise, and a random voltage suitable for use with Sample and Hold modules. An optional Sample and Hold circuit is included on the PCB. Alternatively, the basic version may be coupled with the CGS92 [[CGS Serge smooth and stepped generator|Serge Smooth and Stepped Generator]] to make the Random Voltage Generator module.
 
It will work on either +/- 12 volts, or +/-15 volts by installing on-board regulators.
 
== A little on how it works ==
[[File:cgs_schem_cgs97v1cgs schem cgs97v1.0_noise0 noise.gif|thumb|frameless|714px|center|The schematic for the noise source. The upper part of the diagram shows the noise source, while the lower part shows the optional Sample and Hold. T1 at the upper left is a transistor selected for its noise characteristics. Below it is an NPN transistor shown in the orientation in which it could be used to substitute for the PNP. As only the base-emitter is used, either type of transistor will work in the circuit.]]
 
== Construction ==
[[File:cgs_pcb_cgs97v1cgs pcb cgs97v1.0_noise0 noise.gif|thumb|frameless|600px|center|The component overlay for the v1.0 PCB. Click through for an enlarged, printable version. Print at 300dpi.]]
 
[[File:cgs_pcb_cgs97v1cgs pcb cgs97v1.0_noise_only0 noise only.gif|thumb|frameless|600px|center|The component overlay for the v1.0 PCB with only the parts required for the noise generator installed (No S&H). Click through for an enlarged, printable version. Print at 300dpi.]]
 
Note that the orientation for the transistors on the overlay is for vintage 2N4250 and 2N3565. The pinout of modern PNXXXX devices is usually the reverse of what was used with the 2NXXXX devices. In this case, BC557B and BC547 variant can be used as direct replacements for the vintage transistors, or PNXXXX devices can be used, but installed in reverse with respect to the transistor outlines shown on the PCB. Whatever your choice, the tiny transistor schematic symbol within the "D" is correct and can be followed.
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The resistor marked 100k* on the PCB is not needed unless you are experimenting with isolating the S&H from the noise circuit. If a resistor is inserted between the S&HI pads, the resistor in the 100k* forms the lower leg of a voltage divider with it. The pair of resistors can then be used to adjust the range of the voltages being fed into the S&H.
 
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To deal with this, separate the circuits by cutting the short track between the two S&HI pads. The S&HI pads have an X between them on the overlay side to indicate where the cut should be made on the rear of the PCB. Connect the C output to the S&HI pad nearest pin 3 of the CD4007. You can then adjust the center voltage of the incoming waveform by installing the resistor "RPD". In my case, RPD was 1k5, but this will depend on the characteristics of the other parts you have used.
 
== Notes ==
* 330R refers to 330 ohms. 100n = 0.1 uF.
* PCB 6" x 1" with 3mm mounting holes 0.15" in from the edges.
* The module will work on +/-12 volts.
 
== Parts list ==
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! colspan="2" align=center|Misc.
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| Ferrite Beadbead||align=right|2
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| MTA-156 header ''4Pin''4 pin||align=right|1
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| CGS97 V1.0 PCB||align=right|1
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=== Notes ===
* 330R refers to 330 ohmsOhms. 100n100nF = 0.1 uF.
* PCB 6" x 1" with 3mm3&nbsp;mm mounting holes 0.15" in from the edges.
 
== CC-BY-NC ==
Readers are permitted to construct these circuits for their own personal use only. Ken Stone retains all rights to his work. Serge Tcherepnin retains all rights to his work.
 
== See also ==
* [[CatGirl_SynthCatGirl Synth#The_CGS_modulesThe CGS modules|The CGS modules]]
* [[CGS parts FAQ]]
 
== References ==
''[https://web.archive.org/web/20180203025316fw_20180203025316f/http://www.cgs.synth.net:80/modules/cgs97_noise.html Noise Source for music synthesizers]'' (Archived) by Ken Stone, 2011, with permission of the author - archived
 
== External links ==
* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cgs_synth CGS Synth discussion group], for discussion of locating parts, modifications and corrections etc.
* [http://bompiler.com/pcb/cgs97 CGS97 BOM] at BOMpiler
=== Suppliers ===
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181204083301/http://www.elby-designs.com/webtek/cgs/serge/cgs97/cgs97_noise.html CGS97 Noise Source], revision 1, Elby Designs
 
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