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Add named test points for power, key signal nodes, and vactrol drive currents #6

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@NeoRecasata

Same suggestion as the other module deep-dives. No test pads currently on the schematic. Calibration (especially after #2 makes R10 a trim) and debugging require clipping onto component leads.

Suggested test points

Power rails:

Signal path (on Board A):

  • TP_Dry — input buffer output (U1A)
  • TP_Xformer_out — transformer secondary post-HPF (U1B output)
  • TP_Opto_in — opto-sat U2A input
  • TP_Opto_out — opto-sat U2B output (right before C3 AC coupling)
  • TP_Wet — wet signal post-AC coupling, going to U4A
  • TP_Mix_pre_clip — wet/dry mix before diode clipping
  • TP_Mix_post_clip — final output before exit jack

Vactrol drive (essential for #2 calibration):

  • TP_Opto_LED — voltage across vactrol U3's LED (helps tune R10 trim)
  • TP_Mix_LED — voltage across vactrol U6's LED (Mix CV processing health)

Action

  • Add TPs to rev 0.7 schematic and PCB
  • Optional: silkscreen labels on the PCB so you don't need to consult the schematic to find them

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