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1124Logic Pro User Guide
Connect control surfaces in Logic Pro
Logic Pro supports many control surfaces that connect to your computer via USB,
Ethernet, MIDI, and so on. You may need an adapter or interface to connect your control
surface—for example, if your control surface connects via MIDI, you may need a USB MIDI
interface in order to connect your control surface, or if your device connects via Ethernet,
you may need an Ethernet-to-USB-C converter. Before connecting the device, read the
installation instructions included with it, and install the latest version of any appropriate
firmware or driver software, if required. For more information, refer to the documentation
provided with the device.
Note: Some control surfaces allow you to connect footswitches or pedals as additional
controllers. If your control surface features suitable connectors, you can use optional
footswitches to remotely control playback and other functions. This frees your hands for
other controls and is helpful when using guitars or other instruments that require two-
handed playing.
Connect a control surface to your computer
1. To use a control surface with Logic Pro, connect your control surface directly to your
computer. See your control surface documentation for the specific type of cable
required.
Most control surfaces transmit and receive data through a single cable, if the device
supports bidirectional communication. For more information, see the documentation for
your control surface
Important: It is recommended that you connect control surface devices directly to your
computer, rather than through a hub. Daisy-chaining devices can result in errors and
other problems, due to the amount of data transmitted in real time.
The diagram illustrates a typical setup using a single cable between computer and
control surface.
2. Once connected, press the power switch on your control surface if applicable. Some
devices are automatically powered when connected and have no physical power switch.
When powered, its displays (such as an LCD, if your device has one) and/or LEDs are lit.
Some LCDs display a welcome message, which includes the firmware version number.
On most control surfaces with motorized faders, each fader slides to its top position,
then back to its bottom or center position. This self-diagnostic initialization procedure
indicates that your units are functioning correctly.