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Re: problem with fmmetal

Date1999-09-14 00:10
FromSherlock
SubjectRe: problem with fmmetal

Tobiah wrote:
> 
> > I think this command, fmmetal, needs some work. I get static and AM
> > radio noises with it.
> 
> It is a known bug with fmmetal that it is vulnerable to AM radio
> frequency interference.  I sometimes pick up Limbaugh on one of
> my orcs.  You can try padding the line holding the opcode with
> white space, or if the interference is severe, you may have to
> get a metal project box from radio shack, and enclose the fmmetal
> opcode in that.  Be sure to use balanced, shielded cables to connect
> the opcode to the rest of your orc.  Also be careful to insulate the
> fmmetal from the project box or you may overload your dacs with
> infinity values (they look like zeros, but are much more dangerous),
> and run the risk of creating a short to the bit-bucket through your
> body.  This is how Hendrix got started.
> 
> losing it.
> 
> Toby
I'm glad you have a sense of humor, Toby. White space? OK, I'll try
that.
I've been learning these command for the past three years. It did not
make sense until I printed out the manual.
Now, I'm trying each one.
See you later
Sherlock
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