Abstract: A musical instrument with novel configurations and performance techniques that can play notes and scale tones is disclosed. The musical instrument implements design and ergonomic changes to a Theremin's traditional configuration and use. The musical instrument includes an additional sound generation device such as an actuator that is operated to provide rhythm and tonal results. The musical instrument includes a pitch antenna that is configured in a horizontal position, which creates a different plane of reference with respect to performance motions employed for modifying the pitch. The musical instrument allows for a user to play notes and scale tones in a standing, seated, or ambulatory position. Improved playing interfaces, accessory items, and other characteristics for enhancing the playing of the musical instrument are provided.

Abstract: Apparatus for a digital memory system which performs single and double error detection and correction, as well as the detection of faults in the memory storage elements which do not produce errors in the data word stored therein. The data word is encoded in a specialized Hamming SEC/DED code and the apparatus generates syndromes and byte parity bits which are analyzed to detect both the presence and nature of the errors and faults. A parallel correction procedure is followed and the results thereof compared to prevent the erroneous correction of errors.