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Dark timeDOEPFERFunctions103. FunctionsIn this section we will explore all functions of Dark Time in detail. We will also have a closer look at the wa

FunctionsDark timeDOEPFER11”Jump” position other than the previously selected ones, these steps will become the new start and end points. If you set s

Dark timeDOEPFERFunctions123.1.3. Sequence ControlThe sequence control functions allow control over the previously programmed sequence. They determine

FunctionsDark timeDOEPFER133.1.4. Tempo / TimingThe following controls give access to tempo and timing of the sequence. You will  nd a shuf e functi

Dark timeDOEPFERFunctions14Clock-divider note-value Number of lighted Step-LEDs1/2 21/4. 31/4 41/8. 51/8 61/16. 71/4T 81/16 91/8T 101/32 111/16T 121/6

FunctionsDark timeDOEPFER153.1.6. Transport keysThese three keys control the so-called transport functions of Dark Time.• Start/Stop key Hitting the

Dark timeDOEPFERFunctions163.2. Synchronization and remote control of Dark TimeDark Time offers a bunch of useful interfacing options to communicate w

FunctionsDark timeDOEPFER173.2.2. MIDI ClockYou can sync Dark Time with any suitable piece of MIDI gear (e.g. drum machines, software/hardware-based s

Dark timeDOEPFERFunctions183.2.3. Analog InterfaceOf course, Dark Time allows interaction with non-MIDIed equipment. It will perfectly t into an anal

FunctionsDark timeDOEPFER19Clock connectors:To synchronize two instruments in the analog domain – e.g. Dark Time and a non-MIDIed vintage drum machin

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Dark timeDOEPFERFunctions20Start/Stop and Reset sockets:Each time Dark Time is started, stopped or the reset function is performed, the corresponding

FunctionsDark timeDOEPFER21Dark TimeDark TimeMIDI-ClockMIDI-ClockDrummaschine / Analog-Sequenzer /Modular-SynthesizerDrummaschine / Analog-Sequenzer /

Dark timeDOEPFERNuts and bolds of sequencing224. The Nuts and Bolts of analog SequencingIn case step sequencers – or sequencers in general – are new t

Dark timeDOEPFERNuts and bolds of sequencing234.2.1. Squeezing more music out of eight notesWhen working with a step sequencer, it would be a wise mov

Dark timeDOEPFERNuts and bolds of sequencing244.2.2. Programming melodies into the step sequencerOf course it is possible to enter tonal melodies into

Dark timeDOEPFERNuts and bolds of sequencing25Let’s come back to the programming of tonal patterns again. Using a continuously variable control, la-be

Dark timeDOEPFERAdendum26Service and terms of warranty.Concerning service and warranty conditions, please refer to our terms of business.You will nd

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3DOEPFERDark TimeOwners ManualContent: Safety Instructions……………………………………4 1. Introduction 1.1. Preface………………………………….5 1.2. Preparations………………………

4Safety InstructionsPlease follow the instructions for use of the instrument carefully because this will guaranteeproper operation of the instrument.

Dark timeDOEPFERIntroduction51. Introduction1.1. PrefaceDoepfer thanks you!First of all we would like to thank you for having purchased Doepfer Dark T

Dark timeDOEPFERIntroduction61.2. Getting startedWhen lifting DarkTime out of its box for the rst time, please make sure that everything is in its ri

Dark timeDOEPFERIntroduction7MIDIOutTuneResADSRRangeShapeShapeShapeRangeRangeLFO1 LFO2 LFO1LFO2up half lowhighhighhighlowlowADSR ADSR ADSRADSRdown ful

Dark timeDOEPFEROverview82. Function overviewDark Time’s layout is in line with classic analog sequencers. It gives you direct access to all sequencer

OverviewDark timeDOEPFER9Analog Interface– St/St Out: Provides +5V Trigger when sequence is stopped– St/St In: Starts/stopps sequence when +5V tri