G-Board USB MIDI foot switch pedal controller N16549
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9.
Contents Introduction What's in the package 1 Features 2 Front Panel Layout 2 Side Panel Layout 3 Getting Started Connecting your G-Board controller 3-4 TM 4 TM 5-6 Installing iMap Software for Mac OSX Installing iMap Software for Windows TM Assigning MIDI functions with iMap TM 7 iMap G-Board software panel 7-8 Firmware upgrade 9 Restore the factory default settings 10 Daisy chain your G-Board to other i-series controllers 10 Specifications 11 Services 12
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the ICON G-Board USB MIDI controller. We sincerely trust this product will provide years of satisfactory service, but if anything is not to your complete satisfaction, we will endeavor to make things right. In these pages, you'll find a detailed description of the features of the G-Board, as well as a guided tour through its front and side panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications.
Features 8 robust metal click type foot switches Ideal for guitarists Extremely compact and perfectly match with MacBook TM Class-compliant with Windows XP, Vista (32 bit / 64 bit), and Mac OS X USB bus-powered 2xUSB Connectors for daisy chain with other i-series controller Available in Black and White Difference colors aluminum cover is available (optional) Custom laser-engraving service for aluminum cover is available at on-line purchase (optional) Front Panel Layout 8 foot switches Assignable foot swi
Side Panel Layout ic onnet USB port (B-Type) Functions as a MIDI port to your notebook (or computer) and compatible software. Also provides power to your G-Board. USB port Use to daisy chain with the second unit of G-Board or any i-series controllers such as iPad Note: For recommendations on the combination and daisy chain sequence of different i-series controllers, please visit the ICON website at the following link: www.icon-global.
Assign the MIDI messages to G-Board Refer to page.7 for “Assign the MIDI messages with “iMap TM” software. Installing iMapTM Software for MAC OSX Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to install your iMapTM software to Mac OS X Turn on your MAC. Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom and double click “iSeries iMap” icon. Diagram 1 iMap “Device select” window pop-up, click the device button accordingly to launch the iMapTM software.
TM Installing iMap Software for Windows Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to install your iMapTM software. Turn on your PC. Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom After you have inserted the CD into your CD-Rom, an installation screen should appear as shown in diagram 1; click "iMapTM installation".
TM Installing iMap Software for Windows(continues) iMapTM started to install The iMapTM installation has now started, wait for it to finish. Then click "Finish" Diagram 5 Installation finished Click "Finish" to complete the TM iMap software installation.
TM Assigning MIDI functions with iMap You can use iMap TM to easily assign the MIDI functions of your G-Board. TM iMap G-Board software panel Master/Slave selector Select “Master” if you use it as a standalone device and select “Slave” if you are cascading it as a salve unit with another ICON i-series controller. Mode Mackie Control & Preset GTR Abelton Live Logic (Mackie Control) Samplitude/Cube (Mackie Control) Select your preferred mode.
TM iMap G-Board software panel(continues) “Save file” button Click this button to save your current settings for the G-Board. The file is an “.G_Board” file. “Load file” button Click this button to load a previously saved “.G_Board ” setting file for your G-Board. “Send Data” button Click this button to upload the iMap TM software settings to your G-Board via USB connection. (Note: You must have connected your G-Board to your Mac/PC, otherwise the settings upload will not be successful.
Firmware upgrade Diagram 1 Diagram 2 Step 1: Connect the ICON product using a USB connection. Press the “MIDI Device” button at the top to select your connected ICON product as the “MIDI In and Out” device at the pull-down menu. Note: If your connected ICON product model name does not appear on the pull-down menu, select “USB Audio” as the MIDI In and Out device. Step 2: Click the “Update” button.
Restore the factory default settings To restore your G-Board settings to factory default, simply import the “Factory Default” setting file into your G-Board with the original setting of the iMap software. Daisy Chain with G-Board or any i-series Controllers You may daisy chain i-series controllers including G-Board. As i-series controller is USB bus-powered the stability depends on the total power demand of the chain.
Specifications Connector: To computer USB connector (mini B type) Power supply: USB bus power Current consumption: 100mA or less Weight: 0.77kg (1.7lb) Dimensions: 325(L) X 99(W) X 20(H) 12.78"(L) x 3.78"(W) x 0.
Services If your G-Board needs servicing, follow these instructions. 1. Ensure the problem is not related to operation error or external system devices. 2. Keep this owner's manual. We don't need it to repair the unit. 3. Pack the unit in its original packaging including end card and box. This is very important. If you have lost the packaging, please make sure you have packed the unit properly. ICON is not responsible for any damage that occurs due to non-factory packing. 4.
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