connectivity module for OP–Z
user guide
ガイド
v.1.0
never connect the 3.5mm plugs coming from module connectors to any mic or line-level audio equipment such as inputs or outputs on sound cards, mixers and synthesizers. for example:
this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.this device complies with industry canada licence-exempt rss standard(s). operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
warranty: the oplab module is fully factory tested and comes with a 12 month (from purchase date) warranty. this does not include malfunction due to misuse of the device, such as being dropped, crushed or use in an application of inappropriate voltages to the device’s connectors or improperly designed or executed modifications.store small parts out of the reach of children and infants. if accidentally swallowed, contact a doctor immediately. make sure to avoid touching sensitive components and be aware of static discharge (esd).
the general guarantee policy does not cover esd damaged products due to improper handling. the warranty does not cover shipping charges. make sure to read the terms & conditions on our website.
check that the following items are included when you open the box
oplab module.
user's guide.
midi adapter cable.
connectors cv / gate out: 3X control voltages and 1X gate (note on / off) for analog synthesizers. midi in / out: standard midi 3.5mm mini jack input and output sockets. an adapter for 5-pin din midi connectors is included.
lock switch before placing the module the lock switch should be open. by closing the lock switch it activates the module and locks it in place.
modes for out / in left switch selects outgoing signals: midi, trig or pocket operator. right switch selects incoming signals: midi or trig.
CV out: voltage range: 0 to +5V
CV 2 / 3 out: voltage range: -5 to +5V
gate out: voltage range: 0 to +5V
midi out: voltage range: 0 to +5V
trig out: voltage range 0 to +5V
po out: voltage range 0 to +5V
midi in: voltage range: -10 to +10V
trig in: voltage range: -10 to +10V
note: maximum ratings indicate limits beyond which damage may occur. always make sure to check the voltage levels of external equipment before connecting it to the oplab module. all outputs are short-circuit tolerant.
to help prevent malfunctions and / or damage to speakers or other devices, be sure to turn off the OP–Z before inserting the module.
rotate each of the four yellow rubber bumpons on the back side of the OP–Z 90 degrees counter-clockwise.
remove the backplate of the OP–Z. be firm but careful.
remove the dummy module. break the lego legs and use them as a screwdriver for the next time you open your OP–Z.
before placing the module, make sure it is off by pressing the lock switch toward the top connectors.
make sure the artwork is facing toward you and that the angled corner is on the left hand side.
insert the top part first – the sockets should go through the holes on the top side of the OP–Z. once inserted, pull down the lock switch and put back the OP–Z back plate.
now you're done and the oplab module is ready to be used. regularly check the website for the latest ZM-1 firmware: teenage.engineering/downloads
to send cv and gate out of your oplab module, select the module track, and play something on the musical keyboard.
as you press the keys, note the blinking leds on the back side by the module outputs. each key press sends control voltage and gate signals straight out the back of you your OP–Z, ready to be used in any modular system, such as the pocket operator modular or a eurorack system.
oplab module transmits all midi channels from OP–Z. the module track (track 14) is dedicated for the external sequencing of cv. pro-tip: change the midi channel of any track on the OP–Z to 14 to send that channel's sequence out of oplab’s cv output.
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connect a cable from cv out to for example the 'control' or 'key' inputs of the po modular 400.
the cv out is a dual output connection using both channels of a stereo plug. using a mono cable is ok, but will only make use of the tip signal. for best results, use the official stereo splitter cable .
tip (left / white). note cv (0 to +5V) control voltage for notes. this output will typically be connected to a voltage controlled oscillator (vco) on an analog synthesizer to control the pitch of that oscillator. this cv is controlled by notes played or sequenced on the module track of OP–Z.
ring (red / right). cv 2 (-5 to +5V) auxiliary control voltage for anything on an analog synthesizer. this cv is controlled by the green dial on OP–Z when on the module track.
connect a cable from gate out to for example the sequencer 'clock' input or the envelope 'trig' input of the po modular 400.
this is a dual output using both channels (tip and ring) of a stereo plug. using a mono cable is ok, but will only make use of the tip signal. for best results, use the official stereo splitter cable .
tip (left / white). gate (0 or +5V) note on / off output for analog synthesizers. this output is controlled by notes played or sequenced on the module track of OP–Z. the output is high (+5V) when a note is played, and low (0V) when no note is played.
ring (red / right). cv 3 (-5 to +5V) is same as cv 2, but using the blue dial on OP–Z.
this input has two functions, selectable by the switch directly below.
MIDI midi input for controlling OP–Z. the input uses the standard type a midi 3.5 mm connector pinout (tip = sink, ring = source). a stereo cable must be used. for best results use the official midi cable .
note that it is not compatible with some equipment which uses non-standard reverse pinout. an adapter cable for 5-pin din midi cables is included. refer to the OP–Z manual for details on midi control.
TRIGtrigger input for OP–Z sequencer (0 to 10V). this input is used to single-step tracks in the OP–Z sequencer. to arm a track for single stepping, set the track length multiplier to 0. hold track and shift and press zero.
to single-step armed tracks, input a pulse of 5-10V to the socket. the 'gate' or 'trig' output from many synths or drum machines will work fine. the input uses only the tip of the connector, so a mono cable will work here.
this output has three functions, selectable by the switch directly below.
MIDI midi output from OP–Z is same as for midi in, but out. it will output midi data from all tracks of OP–Z. please refer to OP–Z manual for details on midi implementation.
TRIGtrigger output (0 or +5V). this output emits a short pulse suitable for triggering drum synths, arpeggiators, gate inputs, etc. it uses the tip of the connector, so a mono cable is fine.
to make any a step output a trig pulse:
POfor pocket operators and compatible equipment, set the switch to PO on the oplab module. to sync a pocket operator to an OP–Z:
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trigger
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cv 3
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