Quick Start Guide

14 X-TOUCH Quick Start Guide 15
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Step 2: Controls
Operation Modes
The X-TOUCH supports HUI and MC
communication protocols for seamless
integration with every compatible music
production software. Other modes will be
made available with future rmware updates.
The procedure for changing modes is shown in
the Getting Started section.
(1) Push encoder knobs – these 8 endless
encoders each have a detent and push
function (not illuminated), and a 13-segment
amber LED ring. These are typically used in
Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) applications
for ne control of parameters such as aux send
and pan control of channels 1 to 8. Use the
encoder assign buttons in the master section
to select what the encoders control.
(2) Scribble strips – these 8 LCD displays
indicate various parameters and labels as
shown in the DAW software. They are also
used to view various settings and adjustments
of the unit that can then be adjusted with the
encoders.
(3) Channel buttons – these 4 buttons per
channel are used for individual DAW mixer
channel applications:
Rec – arms the channel for recording.
Solo – isolates a channel in the mix. The solo
LED in the display will light when one or more
channels are soloed in the mix.
Mute – mutes the channel.
Select – this selects the channel for editing.
The mixer controls are then dedicated to
setting up the selected channel, with details
shown in each scribble strip.
(4) Channel meters – these 8-LED meters
show the signal level of each channel, and
indicate when a signal is present, and when it
is clipping.
(5) Faders – these touch-sensitive motorized 100
mm faders are typically used for ne control
of level functions in DAW applications. There
are 8 channel faders and 1 master on the
right. The FLIP button above the master fader
switches between encoder control and fader
control, where ner control of parameters
is needed.
Master Section
The exact function of the buttons will
vary widely from one DAW to the next.
We recommend that you read your DAW´s
documentation regarding how it operates
with external control surfaces. Among other
things, there are buttons that take the place of
keyboard shortcuts, utilities, and automation.
The following details show some of the more
common features of this section:
(6) Encoder Assign – these 6 buttons are
used to select the function of the encoders.
Their exact function will vary between DAWs,
but may include track level, pan, EQ, aux send,
insert eects plug-ins, and so on.
(7) Display – the display can be switched
between SMPTE timecode of hours,
minutes, seconds and frames, or BBT bars,
beats, and ticks. LEDs show the selection of
SMPTE or Beats.
(8) Transport buttons – the ve lower
buttons have familiar markings used for DAW
transport applications (rewind, fast forward,
stop, play, record).
(9) Fader Bank and Channel – the left or right
bank buttons move the channels up and
down by 8 channels at a time. The channel
buttons move the channels up and down in
single steps.
(10) Jog/Shuttle – the wheel is used for editing
the audio in the DAW. Press the SCRUB button
to switch the wheel between Jog and Shuttle.
(11) Navigation buttons – these allow you to
navigate up/down and left/right, and zoom
within the DAW screen.
Rear Panel
(12) AC IN – securely connect the supplied AC
power cord here. Connect the other end of
the cord to your local AC mains supply. Do not
defeat the safety ground.
(13) Power switch – press in to turn on the unit,
press out to turn it o. Do not turn it on until
all connections have been made.
(14) REMOTE – this port is an Ethernet interface
for connection to a DAW supporting RTP MIDI,
or remote controlling BEHRINGER digital mixer
series (future implementation).
(15) USB HUB – these 2 USB type A connectors are
used for connecting external USB hardware
such as a USB mouse, a keyboard, USB MIDI
controllers such as the X-TOUCH MINI, and
USB MIDI keyboards. The Hub communicates
directly to the computer and not to the
X-TOUCH. Each connector can supply 5V
USB power. The hub is only active when the
X-TOUCH is powered on, and connected to a
live computer via the USB MIDI connector.
(16) USB MIDI – this USB type B connector is
used to connect to a computer´s USB port for
MIDI data transfer (send/receive), and USB
Hub communications.
(17) MIDI OUT – this 5-pin DIN connector
sends MIDI data to the MIDI IN of external
MIDI devices.
(18) MIDI IN – this 5-pin DIN connector receives
MIDI data from the MIDI OUT of external
MIDI devices.
(19) Foot Control Foot Switch 1 and 2 – these
¼" connectors are used for standard sustain
pedals for momentary or toggle MIDI
data control.
(20) Foot Control Expression Pedal – this
¼" connector is used for a standard swell
pedal for continuous MIDI data control.
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Master Section
X-TOUCH Controls