Difference between revisions of "Common Terms and Abbreviations"

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xfr, xfmr = transformer
 
xfr, xfmr = transformer
  
xtl = Crystal
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xtl = crystal

Revision as of 23:02, 25 May 2006

Commonly used words:

cap = capacitor

coupling vs. decoupling capacitor

DMM = Digital MultiMeter

LFO = Low Frequency Oscillator

meter = multimeter

PCB = Printed Circuit Board

perf = perfboard

pot = potentiometer

RTS = Ready To Solder (commonly used as ready to solder board)

TRS = Tip-Ring-Sleeve, refers to a type of 1/4" jack, often called "stereo" and commonly used to manage the power supply in a stompbox with the input plug

xfr, xfmr = transformer

xtl = crystal