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1 == ==
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4 == **Can all variants of the original Ermak be upgraded to TT?** ==
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8 Yes, all variants. In some cases (the very first revisions with the old BPF block, FW adjustment is required).
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14 == **What other hardware modules besides the DSP board will require upgrading?** ==
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18 * **DSP board 1GB DDR3 + 16GB** eMMC **rev 1.3**
19 * **Front panel board** with LED backlighting and dual encoders **rev 2.3**
20 * **Display board with installed TFT AMOLED 1920×1080** module **rev 1.2**
21 * **PDB board** (power distribution board) without 6-pin LEMO connector (purchased separately). The 4-pin connector from the previous board can be used. **rev 1.2**
22 * **New anodized front panel** with laser engraving
23 * **New adapter cable** for connecting the PDB board (Ethernet + USB2)
24 * **FPC** cables (2 pcs.)
25 * **Knobs** for dual encoders
26 * Speaker acoustic enclosure (free of charge)
27 * Plastic standoffs (12 pcs.)
28 * Additional gray button caps (16 pcs.)
29 * Headphone and microphone jacks (2 pcs.)
30 * LED lightpipes (2 pcs.)
31 * **CPU heatsink** (1 pc.)
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34 {{info}}
35 **What other hardware modules besides the DSP board will require upgrading?** ==
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39 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**DSP board 1GB DDR3 + 16GB** eMMC **rev 1.3**
40 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**Front panel board** with LED backlighting and dual encoders **rev 2.3**
41 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**Display board with installed TFT AMOLED 1920×1080** module **rev 1.2**
42 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**PDB board** (power distribution board) without 6-pin LEMO connector (purchased separately). The 4-pin connector from the previous board can be used. **rev 1.2**
43 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**New anodized front panel** with laser engraving
44 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**New adapter cable** for connecting the PDB board (Ethernet + USB2)
45 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**FPC** cables (2 pcs.)
46 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**Knobs** for dual encoders
47 * (% class="box infomessage" %)Speaker acoustic enclosure (free of charge)
48 * (% class="box infomessage" %)Plastic standoffs (12 pcs.)
49 * (% class="box infomessage" %)Additional gray button caps (16 pcs.)
50 * (% class="box infomessage" %)Headphone and microphone jacks (2 pcs.)
51 * (% class="box infomessage" %)LED lightpipes (2 pcs.)
52 * (% class="box infomessage" %)**CPU heatsink** (1 pc.)
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56 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
57 === **Front Panel with dual encoders and smart LEDs** ===
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59 [[image:image2025-12-29_15-8-0.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="334" width="732"]] [[image:image2025-12-29_15-8-45.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="331" width="717"]]
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61 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
62 === **DSP board** ===
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64 [[image:image2025-12-29_15-1-46.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="616" width="705"]] [[image:image2025-12-29_15-2-13.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="600" width="696"]]
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66 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
67 === **Display board with installed FullHD 1920x1080 AMOLED display** ===
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69 [[image:image2025-12-29_15-10-58.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="393" width="685"]] [[image:image2025-12-29_15-11-16.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="399" width="686"]]
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73 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
74 === **PDB board without new LEMO connector** ===
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76 [[image:image2025-12-29_15-16-39.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="415" width="670"]] [[image:image2025-12-29_15-17-0.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="388" width="681"]]
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78 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
79 === **ETH+USB cable** ===
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81 [[image:1775928491503-395.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="826" width="620"]]
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83 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
84 === **Speaker foam ear pads** ===
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86 [[image:1775928395253-138.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="830" width="623"]]
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90 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
91 === **Front panel** ===
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93 [[image:1775928248017-372.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="484" width="645"]]
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95 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
96 === **Buttons with LEDs** ===
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98 [[image:1775928301785-613.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="833" width="624"]][[image:1775928520924-295.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="467" width="623"]]
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100 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
101 === **Knobs for dual encoders (2 pcs.)** ===
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103 [[image:1775928649337-110.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" data-xwiki-image-style-border="true" height="817" width="613"]]
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106 === ===
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108 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
109 === **Additional button caps, plastic standoffs (12 pcs.) and LED lightpipes** ===
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111 [[image:1775928936867-245.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="584" width="594"]]
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115 (% style="text-align: center;" %)
116 === **The upgrade KIT** ===
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118 [[image:1775928340384-266.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="424" width="565"]] [[image:1775928996853-697.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="752" width="564"]] [[image:1775929015035-539.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="743" width="558"]]
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121 {{success}}
122 == **What costs should be expected for a full upgrade?** ==
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126 Kits are funded through a crowdfunding scheme with minimal markup.
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128 * **DSP board** — $230 //(recalculation from alternative manufacturers expected)// Boards are supplied fully activated and connected to the update and remote servicing server.
129 * **Front panel board (with smart LEDs)** — $150
130 * **Display board (AMOLED TFT module)** — $70
131 * **PDB board** — $30
132 * **Adapter cable for PDB connection (Ethernet + USB 2.0)** — $4
133 * **New anodized front panel** — $40
134 * **Mounting hardware, knobs, button caps, heatsink, headphone jacks** — $20
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137 == ==
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139 {{info}}
140 == **What level of skill is required for a self-install upgrade?** ==
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144 The upgrade kit is designed for user self-installation.
145 Basic technical knowledge and electronics skills are required:
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147 * Install and solder the headphone and microphone jacks
148 * Reconnect internal connectors
149 * Perform assembly: secure the boards and install everything into the enclosure
150 * Set the amplifier transistor quiescent current
151 * Recalibrate output power according to the user manual
152 The work does not require professional manufacturing, but calls for care and a basic understanding of electronics principles (soldering, connecting, tuning).
153 If difficulties arise, assistance is available from:
154 **Andrey** UX4LR
155 **Pavel** UR6EA
156 Support is provided via the Telegram channel, where colleagues will help with installation and configuration questions.
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161 {{warning}}
162 == **Can I count on help if the self-install upgrade does not work out?** ==
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166 Yes, of course — you can count on help if the self-install does not succeed.
167 I, as well as Pavel **UR6EA** and Andrey **UX4LR**, are ready to assist with installation and configuration.
168 In addition, a remote monitoring and configuration system via console is available. Upon user request, we can connect and promptly resolve software issues.
169 Support is also available through the Telegram channel for quick resolution of any questions.
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176 {{error}}
177 == **Are there any nuances or important things to know before deciding to upgrade?** ==
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181 **Yes, there are several points to keep in mind:**
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183 * The current unstable political and financial situation is affecting the components market and logistics.
184 * This has been especially pronounced in the memory market — due to sharp price spikes, the cost of memory components (DDR3 eMMC) has increased up to 5 times.
185 * As a result, the configuration had to be optimized: the eMMC capacity was reduced from 32 GB to 16 GB.
186 * Prices are currently fixed based on quotes already received from Chinese manufacturers, but they may change in the future.
187 * The first batch of DSP boards (the most expensive and critical component) is being assembled on a pre-order basis:
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189 1. Once registration closes, the total number of participants is finalized.
190 1. An order is placed with the manufacturer for the remaining boards.
191 **Important**: Additional individual upgrades after the batch is formed are **not currently planned**, so it makes sense to decide in advance in order to be included in the current delivery.
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