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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Copyright © 2010 All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the permission of Fractal Audio Systems Doc v1.0.1...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. 1. Obey all warnings on the MFC-101 and in this User Guide. 2. Keep away from sources of heat such as heat ducts, registers or appliances which produce heat. -
Page 4: Certificate Of Conformity
Certificate of Conformity Fractal Audio Systems, USA, hereby declares on its own responsibility that the following product MFC101 – MIDI Foot Controller that is covered by this certificate and marked with CE label conforms to following standards: EN60065 Safety requirement for mains operated electronic and related apparatus for household and (IEC 60065) similar use. -
Page 5: Foreword
Whether you pair it with the Axe-Fx or another MIDI product, we hope you enjoy using the MFC-101 as much as we have enjoyed creating it. We worked hard to design a product we hope you will think is the ultimate MIDI Foot Controller, and we’re very much looking forward to seeing it become a favorite on the world... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual Table of Contents Foreword ..................iii Table of Contents ................iv 1 OVERVIEW ..................1 1.1 Main Features ..................1 1.2 Hardware Overview ................. 2 1.2.1 Footswitch Primary Functions ....................... 2 1.2.2 Footswitch Secondary Functions ......................3 1.2.3... - Page 7 CONTENTS Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 5.1 Axe-Fx IA Switches ................. 16 5.1.1 List of Available Axe-Fx Functions ......................17 5.1.2 “General Use” IA Switches in Axe-Fx mode ..................17 5.1.3 Important Axe-Fx Control Settings ...................... 17 5.1.4 Axe-Fx Tap Tempo ..........................18 5.1.5...
- Page 8 Axe-Fx MIDI Channel ..........................46 12.4.1 Axe-Fx Default Bank ..........................46 12.4.2 Axe-Fx Preset Transmit Map ........................ 46 12.4.3 MFC-101 MIDI Receive Channel ......................47 12.4.4 MFC-101 Receive Program Change...................... 47 12.4.5 MFC-101 Program Change Map ......................47 12.4.6 IA Switch Axe-Fx Functions ........................48...
- Page 9 CONTENTS Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 12.4.7 IA Switch Control Change (CC#) Settings ..................... 49 12.4.8 IA Switch Control Change ON/OFF Values ................... 49 12.4.9 IA Switch Program Change Settings ..................... 50 12.4.10 IA Switch Custom MIDI Messages ....................51 12.4.11...
- Page 10 Figure 2-2: Connecting the MFC-101 to an Axe-Fx without Phantom Power ............. 7 Figure 2-3: Connecting the MFC-101 to a 3rd Party MIDI module or processor (Axe-Fx Mode OFF) ......8 Figure 2-4: Connecting the MFC-101 to an Axe-Fx and Additional MIDI device(s)............8 Figure 4-1: The 4 Available Bank Sizes/Footswitch Layouts ..................
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Page 11: Overview
1 OVERVIEW 1.1 Main Features The Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 is a powerful, versatile, easy-to-use MIDI foot controller designed for use with the Fractal Audio Systems Axe-Fx and/or any other MIDI devices such as modules, amps, effects, synths, and more. -
Page 12: Hardware Overview
Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 1.2 Hardware Overview The MFC-101 has 21 heavy duty footswitches, each with its own bi-color LED. Each footswitch has a primary function, labeled below it, while 14 of the switches also have secondary functions, labeled above. The main display is a 1×20 character brilliant green transflective display designed for great legibility under normal, on-stage and... -
Page 13: Footswitch Secondary Functions
MFC-101 to PERFORMANCE MODE. NAMES (footswitch 9) makes it easier to program the MFC-101 by providing friendly reminders in the form of short names you set up to describe a variety of settings in memory. Names are applied to specific parameters/values. -
Page 14: Rear Panel Features
MFC-101 via a 7-pin cable connected here. See Getting Connected on p. 7. The MIDI IN port is used for firmware updates, for remote controlling the MFC-101, or for Axe-Fx 2-way communications if single cable 2-way MIDI cannot be used in a particular setup. -
Page 15: Software Map
Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 1.3 Software Map PERFORMANCE MODE is always running while the MFC-101 is used normally as a MIDI foot controller. Depending on the desired function, it may be placed into one of three “Operating Modes”: PRESET, SONG or SET MODE. -
Page 16: Navigating In Edit Mode
ENTER is used to activate special functions. This is also indicated by a blinking LED above the ENTER footswitch. Most parameters are used to configure and program the MFC-101. A few, such as Firmware Version are purely informational and can be displayed but not edited. -
Page 17: Getting Connected
Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 2 GETTING CONNECTED Before making connections, be sure to turn down the volume of your amp and switch off all power! The MFC-101 supports a number of different setup scenarios. A few common possibilities are diagrammed below. 7-pin MIDI cables can carry “Phantom Power,”... -
Page 18: Figure 2-3: Connecting The Mfc-101 To A 3Rd Party Midi Module Or Processor (Axe-Fx Mode Off)
Every standard MIDI cable has 5 pins on each end, but lower-quality cables may not have all 5 pins wired up! If you are using a MIDI merger or splitter between the MFC-101 and the Axe-Fx, it may not be able to handle the bidirectional communication, requiring you to use 2 independent MIDI cables for Axe-Fx mode to work properly. -
Page 19: Basic Settings
3 BASIC SETTINGS 3.1 Axe-Fx Mode AXE-FX MODE (turned ON by default) makes using the MFC-101 easier and more intuitive. Axe-Fx mode is fully independent of other modes and provides a number of capabilities and benefits when using the MFC-101 with an Axe-Fx Standard or Ultra: ... -
Page 20: Axe-Fx Midi Channel
A factory-fresh MFC-101 expects the Axe-Fx to be on MIDI channel 1 (the unit’s default setting). If you have modified this setting in your Axe-Fx, you will need to make the same setting in the MFC-101 for AXE-FX MODE to work properly: 1. -
Page 21: Operating Modes
NOTE: You can change the Operating Mode at any time. See section 12.5.1 on p. 55 for details. MFC-101 presets are numerically sequenced across banks in PRESET MODE, but the actual MIDI Program Change commands sent may be modified freely. See Presets and Program Changes on p. 22 Whereas PRESET MODE and SONG MODE are singular entries in the Operating Mode menu, there are actually 10 entries for SET MODE, one for each of the available set lists. -
Page 22: Starting Up
PRESET MODE+AXE-FX MODE ON When the MFC-101 is used with an Axe-Fx, it will power up, query the Axe-Fx, and load whichever MFC-101 preset was loaded when the unit was last powered off. The MFC-101 preset number and the Axe-Fx preset name will be shown in the display, preceded by an “X”... -
Page 23: Presets & Preset Mode
4.1 Bank Size The MFC-101 defaults to operating in PRESET MODE with a “Bank Size” of 5. This means that the first 5 footswitches load Presets, while UP and DOWN step through Banks, each of which contains the next 5 presets in numerical order (000-004, 005-009, etc.). -
Page 24: Bank Style
In Axe-Fx Mode, the Preset Program Change for the MIDI channel of the Axe-Fx is IGNORED. Instead, the number of the current MFC-101 preset is sent to the Axe-Fx as a MIDI Program Change. It is also possible to modify which Axe-Fx preset is loaded by an MFC-101 preset: 1. -
Page 25: Other Preset Capabilities
4.5 Global Preset The MFC-101 offers an interesting way to expand the number of presets available at any moment. The Global Preset, once enabled, can be selected just by stepping again on the footswitch of the preset that is already loaded. -
Page 26: Instant Access Switches
Instant Access (IA) Switches are typically used like traditional stompboxes to turn effects on or off, but with the deep MIDI capabilities of the MFC-101 there are many other creative possibilities for their use. The number of IA footswitches is determined by the global Bank Size (see section 4.1 on p. 13). Each numbered IA Switch (1-17) is always located at the footswitch with the same number. -
Page 27: List Of Available Axe-Fx Functions
These are also totally viable for controlling the Axe-Fx! You will not get the dynamic LED functions offered by “native” Axe-Fx IAs, but you will be able to save the ON or OFF state of the switch in every individual MFC-101 preset. -
Page 28: Axe-Fx Tap Tempo
The Axe-Fx functions which may be assigned to an IA Switch include TUNER control. When the designated footswitch is pressed, the Axe-Fx tuner will be enabled and the MFC-101 will display the following screen: Just as on the Axe-Fx display, the arrows indicate the degree to which the note is sharp or flat. -
Page 29: Ia Switch Control Change Messages
INSTANT ACCESS SWITCHES Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual Instant Access switches can send the following types of MIDI instructions when turned ON: Up to 2 different MIDI Control Change messages with custom values (0–127). Any one MIDI program change command on any channel. -
Page 30: Other Ia Switch Capabilities
5.2.3 Preset IA Switch States IA Switches will be ON or OFF initially when a given MFC-101 preset is loaded, and the corresponding MIDI messages are sent. This provides a kind of “scene recall” for your rig. You might want, for example, the IA Switch controlling a MIDI fuzz pedal to be ON whenever you load your “Lead”... -
Page 31: The Save Edits Footswitch
IMPORTANT: Changes to IA Switches assigned to Axe-Fx functions will NOT activate the SAVE EDITS function, NOR will they be saved among changes to “general use” IA Switches. This is because the Axe-Fx, and not the MFC-101, is responsible for storing the states of Axe-Fx effect blocks. -
Page 32: Switch Links
5.5 Reveal The Reveal feature is used to toggle the MFC-101 from its current Preset/IA Switch mix to having ALL numbered footswitches work as Instant Access Switches. This puts 17 Instant Access switches at your feet at any moment. -
Page 33: Internal Ccs
Instant Access switches, Internal CCs cannot be mapped to real footswitches. Instead, a snapshot of Internal CC ON/OFF states is saved in every MFC-101 preset, causing a burst of MIDI data to be sent whenever a new preset is loaded. -
Page 34: Preset Internal Cc States
INTERNAL CCs Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 6.2 Preset Internal CC States Each Preset stores whether the ON message or the OFF message will be sent for each enabled Internal Control Change when the selected preset is loaded. This provides a kind of configurable snapshot capability so that as presets are loaded, they send a burst of CC messages in addition to those which may be sent by IA Switches. -
Page 35: Expression Pedals
Expression Pedal Jacks of the MFC-101 using TRS cables. Expression pedals must be calibrated before they can be used: 1. Connect an expression pedal to the MFC-101, noting its jack number. 2. Press the EDIT footswitch to enter EDIT MODE. -
Page 36: Expression Pedal Range
EXPRESSION PEDALS Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 3. Press PAGE footswitch 15x to get to the Global Expression Pedal Setup screen: 4. Press INCR or DECR to select an expression pedal to edit: XP1, XP2, XP3 or XP4 5. Press PARAMETER footswitch to select the CC# field 6. -
Page 37: External Switches
127 by default) for one MIDI Control Change number. Each External Switch jack on the MFC-101 can accept two switches via a TRS-to-dual-TS or “Insert” type cable. A TRS cable connected to “Jack1+2” will have Switch 1 on the TIP and Switch 2 on the RING. A TRS cable connected to “Jack3+4”... -
Page 38: External Switch Midi Functions
EXTERNAL SWITCHES Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 8.2 External Switch MIDI Functions External footswitches must be programmed to send MIDI data. Like expression pedals, External Switches may be set up globally, as follows, or individually for “one-off” preset-based switch setups (see 12.1.6: Preset External Switch Settings on p. -
Page 39: External Switch Custom On And Off Values
EXTERNAL SWITCHES Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual “TOGGLE” – Whenever any state change is detected in the connected switch, both the ON and OFF MIDI messages will be sent in quick sequence (~250ms apart) Use this setting if you want a connected MOMENTARY switch to behave as if it were really a TOGGLE/LATCHING switch. -
Page 40: Songs & Sets
SONG MODE and SET MODE are counterparts to PRESET MODE. Remember that all of these share the same set 128 MFC-101 presets, and that AXE-FX MODE runs independently of all three. Here’s a review of the differences between Performance Operating Modes:... -
Page 41: Adding Presets To A Song
9.2 Adding Presets to a Song A Song is similar to a Bank, except that it contains up to 15 MFC-101 Presets assigned to the numbered footswitches in any order you choose. Songs are likewise subject to the global Bank Size and Style settings, meaning that although you can place up to 15 Presets into the song’s 15 “slots,”... - Page 42 SONGS & SETS Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 4. Press the INCR or DECR footswitches to select a Set to edit 5. Press the PARAMETER footswitch to move to the Set Songs (“slots”) field. 6. Press INCR or DECR to select one of the 50 Set Song slot to edit.
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Page 43: Copy Functions
With the likelihood of many entries in your rig being based off of similar templates, the capability to copy settings from one MFC-101 item to another can be a timesaver. Using the COPY menu, the following types of items can be copied from one memory location to another: ... -
Page 44: Names
(~2 seconds) displays the name and then returns to the regular menu page. EXAMPLE: Imagine that an MFC-101 is connected to an Axe-Fx on MIDI channel 1, with a vocal processor on MIDI channel 2 (via THRU). Channel 2 has been named “VoxBox”. An IA Switch, number 15, has been set for CC#64, which controls reverb on the VoxBox. -
Page 45: Complete Menu Reference
Saves all changes and exits to PERFORMANCE MODE ABANDONING CHANGES: The MFC-101 saves changes automatically when you press EXIT, when you return to the top of the EDIT menu by pressing the footswitch for the menu you are working in, and whenever you change to a different “registration parameter.”... -
Page 46: The Preset Menu
EDIT : PRESET Select Preset selects an MFC-101 preset for editing. The selected preset will remain locked in for editing across other Preset Menu pages until a new preset is selected here or until the Preset Menu mode is exited. -
Page 47: Preset Program Changes
895-999 The actual program change number is the remainder of the value as set, divided by 128. For example, take an MFC-101 Program Change value setting of 200. 200/128 = 1, remainder of 72. The BANK SELECT message will be 1 and the PROGRAM CHANGE will be 72. -
Page 48: Preset Internal Control Change States
PRESET MENU REFERENCE Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 12.1.4 Preset Internal Control Change States EDIT : PRESET : PAGE (4x) Preset Internal Control Change States is used to set whether the ON message or OFF message for each enabled Internal Control Change (12.4.11 and 12.4.12) will be sent when the selected preset is loaded. -
Page 49: Preset External Switch Settings
PRESET MENU REFERENCE Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 12.1.6 Preset External Switch Settings EDIT : PRESET : PAGE (6x) Preset External Switch Settings is used to make settings for the Preset which override the Global External Switch Settings (12.4.13). You must first select a preset (12.1.0 on p. 36) to edit it using this menu page. -
Page 50: Preset Expression Pedal Settings
PRESET MENU REFERENCE Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 12.1.8 Preset Expression Pedal Settings EDIT : PRESET : PAGE (8x) Preset Expression Pedal Settings is used to make MIDI and initial value settings for the selected Preset which override the Global Expression Pedal Settings (12.4.15) for each of four optional expression pedals. -
Page 51: The Song/Set Menu
EDIT : SONG/SET : PAGE (1x) Song Name is used to edit MFC-101 song names. Each song name can be up to 7 characters in length. Use the PARAMETER footswitches to move between Song Number parameter and individual characters of the Song Name. -
Page 52: Set Edit
EDIT : SONG/SET : PAGE (2x) Set Edit is used to assign MFC-101 Songs to the selected Set. Each of 10 Sets has 50 song “slots.” The PARAMETER footswitches move between Set Number, Set Song (aka “slot number”) and Select Song. -
Page 53: The Copy Menu
To execute, press ENTER. The MFC-101 will display and return to this menu page. NOTE: Copying an MFC-101 preset will not change which Axe-Fx Preset it loads. Axe-Fx preset mapping can be modified by changing the Axe-Fx Default Bank (12.4.1) or Axe-Fx Preset Tx Map (12.4.2) 12.3.1 Copy Bank... -
Page 54: Copy Song
12.3.2 Copy Song EDIT : COPY : PAGE (2x) Copy Song is used to copy MFC-101 Songs from one location to another. Use the PARAMETER footswitches to move between the Source Song and Destination Song parameters. SONG COPIED! To execute, press ENTER. The MFC-101 will display and then return to this page. -
Page 55: Copy Instant Access Switch Setting
Copy Instant Access Switches is used to copy the settings from one Instant Access Switch to another. Use PARAMETER footswitches to move between Source IA Switch and Destination IA Switch parameters. To execute, press ENTER. The MFC-101 will display IA SWITCH COPIED! and then return to this page. 12.3.5 Copy Internal Control Change Setting EDIT : COPY : PAGE... -
Page 56: The Midi Menu
EDIT : MIDI Axe-Fx Transmit Channel is used to set the channel on which the MFC-101 will transmit to an Axe-Fx. For AXE-FX MODE to work properly, this setting must match that of the Axe-Fx under I/O : MIDI : MIDI CHANNEL 12.4.1 Axe-Fx Default Bank... -
Page 57: Mfc-101 Midi Receive Channel
MFC-101 Receive (“Rx”) Program Change is used to enable or disable incoming MIDI Program change response on the MFC- 101. Enabling this setting allows other devices to remote control the MFC-101 by loading its presets, which in turn send the usual MIDI instructions to the MIDI OUT port as if they had been selected via footswitch. -
Page 58: Ia Switch Axe-Fx Functions
Reverb 1 ˚ NOTE: The MFC-101 always shows the full list of Axe-Fx functions, some of which are applicable only to the Ultra. Axe-Fx Standard owners should avoid assigning items marked above using a “degrees” symbol (˚) as these will have no corresponding function in the Standard. -
Page 59: Ia Switch Control Change (Cc#) Settings
INSTANT ACCESS SWITCH C1 CC# DEFAULT ASSIGNMENTS: NOTE: These settings for IA Switch CC# messages do not apply for IA Switches with Axe-Fx functions assigned (12.4.6) when the MFC-101 is in AXE-FX MODE (12.5.0) 12.4.8 IA Switch Control Change ON/OFF Values EDIT : MIDI : PAGE... -
Page 60: Ia Switch Program Change Settings
The actual program change number that will be transmitted is the remainder (modulus) of the set value divided by 128. For example, an MFC-101 Program Change setting of 200 will send a Bank Select of 1 (bank B) and a Program Change of 72. -
Page 61: Ia Switch Custom Midi Messages
MIDI MENU REFERENCE Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 12.4.10 IA Switch Custom MIDI Messages or PAGE (7x) EDIT : MIDI : PAGE (10x) IA Switch Custom MIDI Message Settings is used to enter a 16 byte hexadecimal custom MIDI message to be sent when a given IA Switch is turned ON, and another such message for when any IA switch is turned OFF. -
Page 62: Internal Control Change Settings
MIDI MENU REFERENCE Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 12.4.11 Internal Control Change Settings or PAGE (6x) EDIT : MIDI : PAGE (11x) This page is used to enable individual Internal CCs by assigning their CC# and MIDI channel. Use the PARAMETER footswitches to move between Internal CC Number, CC# Assignment, and MIDI Channel parameters. -
Page 63: Global External Switch Settings
* Auto Off Switches send their programmed ON message followed later (~250ms) by the OFF message NOTE: The MFC-101 also needs to be configured with the correct External Switch Hardware Type (12.5.13) NOTE: Global Switch settings may be overridden at the Preset Level. See 12.1.6 on p. 39 12.4.14 Global External Switch On/Off Values... -
Page 64: Global Expression Pedal Settings
MIDI MENU REFERENCE Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 12.4.15 Global Expression Pedal Settings or PAGE (2x) EDIT : MIDI : PAGE (15x) Global Expression Pedal Settings is used to globally configure each of four optional expression pedals with MIDI and initial value settings. -
Page 65: The Setup Menu
(2x) Axe-Fx Display Offset is used to set up the MFC-101 to show preset numbers correctly when the connected Axe-Fx is using a display offset (causing its presets to be numbered 1-384 instead of 0-383). The setting on this menu page must match that of the Axe-Fx under [IO][MIDI][DISPLAY OFFSET]... -
Page 66: Mfc-101 Display Offset
EDIT : SETUP : PAGE (4x) XXX is used to set up the MFC-101 so that its user interface shows program numbers beginning from 1 instead of 0 for a connected device located at a given MIDI channel. The PARAMETER footswitches move between MIDI Channel and Display Offset parameters. -
Page 67: Bank Size
EDIT : SETUP : PAGE (6x) Bank Size, a global setting, is used to specify how many footswitches on the MFC-101 will be used to select presets, and how many will be used as Instant Access Switches. Use the INCR or DECR footswitches to set the desired value. Available bank sizes are 1, 5 (default), 10, and 15. -
Page 68: Ia Switch Types
IA Switch Name parameter. The name of a selected IA Switch appears briefly as a memory aid when the NAMES footswitch is pressed while the cursor is in any “IA Switch” selection parameter on any MFC-101 menu page. Doc v1.0.1... -
Page 69: Ia Switch Link Settings
SETUP MENU REFERENCE Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 12.5.10 IA Switch Link Settings EDIT : SETUP : PAGE (10x) IA Switch Link Settings is used to set up each of two global groups of mutually exclusive Instant Access Switches. PARAMETER footswitches move between the Link Group Select (A/B) and the 5 slot parameters for the selected group. -
Page 70: Send Ia Switch Link Off Messages
Internal CC Name parameter. The name of a selected Internal CC appears briefly as a memory aid when the NAMES footswitch is pressed while the cursor is in any “IntCc” selection parameter on any MFC-101 menu page. Doc v1.0.1... -
Page 71: External Switch Hardware Type
EDIT : SETUP : PAGE (13x) External Switch Hardware Type is used to set up the MFC-101 according to the physical type of up to four optional External Switches—whether MOMENTARY (aka “hold”) or TOGGLE (aka “latching”)—which may be connected at its 2 External Switch jacks. -
Page 72: Global Preset
For an overview, see section 4.5, on p.15 To enable the Global Preset, select the number of any MFC-101 preset on this page using the INCR/DECR footswitches. To disable the Global Preset, set the value of this parameter to OFF. -
Page 73: Sysex Data Dump/Load
If the LOAD operation completes without errors the display will return to the starting screen shown above with LOAD! selected While this page is displayed, the MFC-101 can be compelled via MIDI System Exclusive message to perform a dump. The data bytes for this message are: F0 00 00 7D 02 60 NOTE: Due to increased CPU activity during dump or receive, it is normal for LED blinking to slow or even stop. -
Page 74: Delete And Reset Factory Settings
14.5: Factory Default Settings, on page 71. MFC-101 Resets the entire MFC-101 to factory default settings as listed in 14.5: Factory Default Settings, on page 71 Press the flashing ENTER footswitch to delete the selected item and initialize with factory defaults. -
Page 75: Display Contrast
Use the INCR and DECR footswitches to step through the 4 displays: Version: The version of firmware currently running on the MFC-101. Checksum: A hexadecimal number used by the MFC-101 to validate that the firmware image is correct. Image Address: The hexadecimal starting address of the firmware image. Image Size: The hexadecimal size in bytes of the firmware image. -
Page 76: System Functions
IMPORTANT: It is recommended that your MIDI utility be configured to insert a delay of at least 90ms between messages. To upgrade the firmware: 1. Disconnect the MIDI cable from the MFC-101 MIDI OUT port and connect the MIDI OUT port of your computer MIDI interface to the MIDI IN port of the MFC-101. -
Page 77: Appendix
Axe-Fx Mode Off Preset Name Display Read from the current Axe-Fx preset, Read from MFC-101 Preset memory, whether the MFC-101 is in PRESET, SONG, or whether the MFC-101 is in PRESET, SONG, SET MODE or SET MODE MIDI Program Changes... -
Page 78: Firmware Update Error Codes
Invalid Model ID The image is not for an MFC-101. Verify that the correct firmware image is being transmitted. If the image is for the correct device, then the image may be corrupted. -
Page 79: Axe-Fx Default Bank Presets Table
APPENDIX Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 14.3 Axe-Fx Default Bank Presets Table MFC-PRESET BANK A BANK B BANK C MFC-PRESET BANK A BANK B BANK C Ignore this row if Display Offset = 1 Ignore this row if Display Offset = 0... -
Page 80: Midi Implementation Chart
Axe-Fx. Custom MIDI messages can also be configured to send program change. Program Change MFC-101 sends a leading bank select control change message for every program change except those configured under custom MIDI message menus. For non-Axe-Fx devices the bank is determined by dividing the program change number by 128. -
Page 81: Factory Default Settings
APPENDIX Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 14.5 Factory Default Settings This section lists all of the Factory Default settings for the MFC-101. GENERAL CONFIGURATION: Axe-Fx Mode: Operating Mode: Preset MFC-101 Display Offset: Bank Size: Bank Style: Current Link Group A:... - Page 82 APPENDIX Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual INSTANT ACCESS SWITCHES (ALL) Type: Toggle Axe-Fx Functions: SEE TABLE 1, BELOW Control Change 1: SEE TABLE 2, BELOW Control Change 2: MIDI Channel 1, CC#: Off Value = 0, On Value = 127...
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Page 83: Specifications
APPENDIX Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 14.6 Specifications GENERAL Presets: Songs: 100, up to 15 presets in each song Sets: 10, up to 50 songs in each set Bank Sizes: 1, 5, 10, or 15 Bank Styles: Current, First, None... -
Page 84: Custom Midi Message Primer
14.7 Custom MIDI Message Primer Creating custom MIDI messages for presets or IA Switches in the MFC-101 opens a world of possibilities “outside the box.” While any MIDI data can be stored and sent, the most common types will likely be additional program changes, control changes, and system exclusive messages. -
Page 85: Control Change
Custom MIDI Message Example Suppose you need to load preset 1100 on a MIDI- device. This number is greater than the MFC-101's maximum program change of 999. Let's also say that you need to send the device a system exclusive message to turn on an effect. -
Page 86: Warranty
This warranty only applies to products sold and used in the USA and Canada. Fractal Audio Systems shall not be liable for damages or loss resulting from the negligent or intentional acts of the shipper or its contracted affiliates. -
Page 87: Index
INDEX Fractal Audio Systems MFC-101 Manual 15 Index Naming, 34 MIDI Thru, 8 Axe-Fx Footswitches Channel, 10 Edit, 2 Display Offset, 10 Exit, 3 Performance Mode, 5, 11 Axe-Fx Mode Incr & Decr, 3 Phantom Power, 7 Enabling or Disabling, 9, 55...