Hypno 2 FAQ
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Common questions and answers about using Hypno 2.
Getting Started
Q: What do I need to get started with Hypno 2? A: Just connect power. Everything is built-in.
Q: Does Hypno 2 work with any HDMI display? A: Yes, while there may be some incompatibilities it works with TVs, monitors, projectors, and capture cards that support 1080p.
Q: How do I save my work? A: Touch the save preset button in the main interface, presets save your complete system state including all parameters, effects, and MIDI mappings.
Audio & Video
Q: How does the audio reactive mode work? A: The built-in microphone picks up sound and creates visuals that respond to the audio.
Q: Can I use external audio input? A: Feed Hypno 2 line level signals into the AUX jack.
Q: Can I process live video? A: Yes, connect UVC (Universal Video Class) video sources via USB.
Connectivity
Q: What video formats are supported? A: MP4 is the primary supported format (H.264 encoding recommended); MOV, WebM, MKV and AVI also play. Videos load straight into a channel without decoding. Decoding a video first gives the fastest scrubbing and reverse playback.
Q: Can I use MIDI controllers? A: Yes! Hypno 2 has comprehensive MIDI support including USB MIDI (plug-and-play) and Bluetooth MIDI (wireless). All of the channels come pre-mapped in a sequential order.
Q: Does it work with CV/Gate equipment? A: Yes, Hypno 2 has CV and Clock inputs for modular synthesizer integration.
Troubleshooting
Q: The display shows no signal A: When a powered display is connected you will see a pop up dialog asking if you would like to use the new display
Q: How do I access desktop mode? A: Go to Settings → "Go to Desktop" to switch to Raspberry Pi desktop mode. In desktop mode, the hardware controls emulate mouse and keyboard input for system administration.
Q: How do I get back to the main application from desktop mode? A: Manually launch it from the script on the desktop to switch back.
Tip
Still need help? Check the Troubleshooting Guide or email support@sleepycircuits.com.