The Critter & Guitari EYESY is a compact video synthesizer with hands - on controls. It lets you create unique visual effects, from smooth undulating patterns to rapid - fire animations. Select pattern generators using mode buttons and adjust effects and colors with five rotary knobs. You can add or remove pattern - generating modes to suit your complexity needs. With MIDI input (via USB - MIDI and TRS - MIDI), you can control visuals from an external synthesizer, sequencer, or performance software. All modes are open - source and editable in Python. The'scene save' function stores and recalls scene settings, manageable via a simple browser - based interface. The'screen grab' button captures the current frame, accessible through the browser. It stores the operating system and modes on a microSD with 4GB for mode storage. It has NTSC, PAL, and HDMI video outputs and comes in a powder - coated aluminum enclosure. Whether for live visuals, music videos, or custom graphics programming, the EYESY is an essential tool.
Using the EYESY is a breeze. First, plug it in using the provided power supply. You can start creating visuals right away. To select different pattern generators, use the mode buttons. Adjust the effects and colors using the five rotary knobs. If you want to add or remove pattern - generating modes, just do it according to your preference. When using MIDI input, connect it to your external synthesizer, sequencer, or performance software via USB - MIDI or TRS - MIDI. For saving scenes, use the'scene save' function and manage them through the browser - based interface. To take a picture of the current frame, press the'screen grab' button and access it via the browser. When it comes to maintenance, keep the powder - coated aluminum enclosure clean with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures and moisture. Make sure the microSD card is properly inserted and handle it carefully when removing or inserting. Also, keep the USB - WiFi adapter safe and use it as needed to sync to LINK tempo via WiFi.
