Take the Guesswork Out with the ADDAC200CT Cable Tester

New Eurorack utility module provides a reliable means to test integrity of both mono jacks and ribbon cables

March 13, 2024

Lisbon, Portugal, March 13, 2024 — ADDAC System announces a new, inexpensive and indispensable utility for Eurorack systems: the ADDAC200CT Cable Tester. The ADDAC200CT is a new desktop utility that provides a reliable means to test the integrity of both mono jacks and ribbon cables, ensuring that every connection is secure and electrically sound.

With the ADDAC200CT, users are able to test each wire within the ribbon cables independently to make sure they are functioning properly. The desktop unit - which comes with a long power cable so it can be plugged into the user's rack - features dedicated LED indicators for each wire. This provides a clear visual indication of the status of each connection, and wires are also tested against neighboring wires to detect shorts.

Users should follow all protocols indicated in the accompanying manual for their own safety and protection of their equipment. For instance, the tester should only be powered up when a cable needs to be tested - the unit is not designed to be left on, as this can lead to unintended consequences: such as shortening a Eurorack PSU. Also, modules should never be powered from the test sockets of the ADDAC200CT.

Busboard monitor and ribbon cable compatibility
The busboard monitor LED indicators allow the user to check the state of the busboard power lines as well as the special CV/Gate functions. If the busboard has no +5v supply, the LED will be off likewise for the CV/Gate functions if not in use.

The ADDAC200CT is compatible with all ADDAC System ribbon cables (power, expansions and interconnectivity: 112, 213, 807), and also compatible with any standard Eurorack power ribbon cable (2x5 to 2x8 or 2x8 to 2x8)

The ADDAC200CT is available now and priced at €50. For more information or to order, please visit the ADDAC product page.

About ADDAC System
ADDAC develops advanced instruments for sonic expression. The company started back in 2009 with an ambition to explore the potential crossover between analog synthesizers and computers. Because its first creations sparked a lot of attention, ADDAC decided to work hard and put them in customers' hands. Today our product line is focused on a new breed of hybrid synths, that make use of the best of both the digital and analog worlds. We've grown to be able to reach thousands of enthusiastic clients, friends and collaborators. Always looking into conceptualizing and developing the most exquisite instruments, we hope you're able to join and share this passion with us.

Our solutions can be found in many personal studio throughout the world, owned by musicians in several planes of stardom. We especially appreciate seeing them being used in a very wide range of musical genres.