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  • Page 1 MIDI Breath Station User's Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Set up 6.1 Applicable for all operation modes ......6.2 Connecting diagram for operation modes ......6.3 Set up of operation modes ........7. hb1 operation ..............7.1 Selecting parameters ..........7.2 Modifying parameter values ........7.3 Modifying presets ...........

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Boost Release parameters allow you to achieve precise, sensitive live and studio performances. In multi mode you can use up to four hb1 presets simultaneously and with this feature it is possible to control up to four MIDI CCs streams independently. This state-of-the-art concept goes far beyond what’s possible with other breath-controllers on the market.

  • Page 4: Scope Of Delivery

    - Pressure sensor unit - Two interchangeable mouthpieces / one stainless steel tube with an adjustable air intake valve - hb1 Neck Set - Silicone hose - 2 m sensor cable (4-pole) - 1.8 m USB cable - 5V USB power supply unit...

  • Page 5: Hardware Detail

    4. HARDWARE DETAIL: USB cable Built using high-quality materials button 2 / Rotary encoder (T2) button 1 (T1) Display Leather neck strap Pressure sensor unit Control unit made made of stainless of stainless steel steel and wood from and wood from the the wild service tree wild service tree Silicone hose...
  • Page 6 Note: Compared to plastics, the high-quality wood minimizes salivation and has antibacterial and anti-fungal qualities. Two mouthpieces are supplied in different sizes so that the most comfortable can be chosen for use. Connections: 1. USB connection for a computer or USB adapter (5V, min. 100mA) 2.

  • Page 7: Hb1 Parameters

    5. hb1 PARAMETERS: Preset storage Preset 1 – 25 Pressure sensor sensitivity control Drive -10 - +10 Offset 0 – 126 Default output value Attack 0 – 40 Rising behavior Boost Attack 0 - 5 Boost Attack control Release 0 – 40...

  • Page 8: Set Up

    Connect the sensor unit to the sensor connector of the hb1 controller unit via the connector cable inclu- ded (3.5 mm jack, 4-pin) (see illustrations).
  • Page 9 6.1 Applicable for all operation modes: The hb1 includes a Neck Set which enables the mouthpiece to be set in a fixed position in front of the mouth. This is particularly helpful for live performances. The hb1 Neck Set is made from a flexible but robust metal tube which can be easily shaped and adapted for the musician‘s comfort and musical needs.

  • Page 10: Connecting Diagram For Operation Modes

    6.2 Connecting diagram for operation modes:...

  • Page 11: Set Up Of Operation Modes

    The merged signals of the hb1 and your instrument are sent to the MIDI OUT on the hb1. It is possible to send hb1 data to any MIDI channel. In this case, the MIDI OUT2 of the hb1 is irrelevant.
  • Page 12 First connect the hb1 with your computer via the USB cable. (see As described above, you can connect any MIDI OUT instrument (piano, master keyboard, synthesizer, MIDI guitar, etc.) to the hb1; simply connect the MIDI OUT of your instrument to the MIDI IN of the hb1 using a MIDI cable.

  • Page 13: Hb1 Operation

    7. hb1 OPERATION: The hb1 has 12 parameters. Their corresponding values may be freely set and selected on either T1 or T2 (button/rotary encoder). Up to 25 presets may be stored. The following description assumes that the hb1 is in its original factory setting.
  • Page 14 Wire hb1 according to the instructions in this manual. Connect the USB cable to your computer or the power supply included. The hb1 will now start up in the preset ( ) that was last used, in this case The display will then indicate the current value of the pressure sensor (breath value). A dot in the upper left hand corner (before the first digit) indicates that the „breath value display unit“...

  • Page 15: Selecting Parameters

    7.1 Selecting parameters: There are two ways to select parameters: 1) Briefly press either T1 or T2 . You can access Pool 1 parameters via T1; you can access Pool 2 parameters via T2 (see pool splitting factory setting). 2) Hold down T1 (for example by pressing down with your thumb) and immediately turn T2 to the left or right.
  • Page 16 7.2 Modifying parameter values: Example: = selected parameter 1. briefly press T1 (because in Pool 1) turn T2 example value with dot) 2. To check: briefly press T1 again IMPORTANT: When you now move to another parameter by briefly pressing T1, a dot before the second digit indicates that changes have been made previously to another parameter.

  • Page 17: Modifying Presets

    7.3 Modifying presets: If you modify the number of the preset, the hb1 does not revert to the breath value display until you confirm the changes (the display blinks) by briefly pressing either T1 or T2. This is particularly helpful for live performances.

  • Page 18: Moving Parameters

    7.6 Moving parameters: To move a parameter between pools, first choose the respective parameter. Wait until the breath value is displayed. Press and hold the button of the source pool for this parameter and then quickly press the button of the target pool (less than 2.5 sec, otherwise it will be stored). The selected parameter has now been moved.

  • Page 19: Parameters Description

    There are 25 presets that can be individually set according to your requirements. Drive (-10 - +10) Drive controls the sensitivity of the pressure sensor, i.e. you can adjust the hb1 to your breathing pressure. The larger the value, the more sensitively the hb1 will react to your breathing.
  • Page 20 8. PARAMETERS DESCRIPTION: Drive (-10 - +10) : Is Offset at it is now at . To start from volume „0“, reset : Attack is active with an increase in pressure (when you breathe into the device). In this case, when volume/timbre/etc. decreases. : Release is active with a decrease of pressure (when you stop breathing into the device or you breathe in air).
  • Page 21 With breath controllers, it is often very difficult (particularly with brass instruments) to achieve a sensitive, controlled “crescendo”. The crescendo rises too quickly. To achieve smooth transitions, hb1 has been equipped with „dynamic“ attack parameter which is depen- dent on the drive parameter.
  • Page 22 8. PARAMETERS DESCRIPTION: Release (0-40) Release regulates the decay time. Slowly decreasing pressure (decrescendo) along with breathing in seamlessly are particularly challenging technical functions for breath controllers. The Release parameter was developed to address this issue. Thanks to this parameter, it is no longer necessary to blow along with the decaying sound (release sample).
  • Page 23 The hb1 works generally at a maximum resolution (1ms). However, it is sometimes useful to reduce data (e.g. overloaded MIDI bus). Using the intelligent „ algorithm reduction“ of the hb1 you can reach the upper limit without risk of losing important information and occurrence of artefacts.

  • Page 24: Care/Maintenance

    Mouthpiece: Remove valve. Pull the included cleaning swab through the stainless steel tube. Wipe dry with a clean, dry cloth. 10. TECHNICAL DATA: Manufacturer: Hornberg Research GbR Model: hb1 Description: MIDI Breath Station Electrical supply: U=5.0V, I < 100mA via USB interface or USB power supply (included)

  • Page 25: Declaration Of Conformity

    This device is in compliance with directives 2004/108/EG, 2006/95/EG, 2009/125/EG and 2011/65/EU. The CE marking indicates that this product from Hornberg Research GbR conforms with all applicable EU standards and requirements. FCC: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 26: Safety Instructions

    - If you have any questions or problems concerning the device, its proper connection, functioning or safety issues, please contact support. Hornberg Research GbR accepts no liability for any damages and disruptions resulting from human error, failure to comply with these operating instructions, improper connection of com- ponents, use of non-original accessories or non-original spare parts other than those from the original manufacturers or use of the device other than for the intended purpose.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    Claims for damages of any kind, especially consequential loss or damage are excluded from the warranty. Liability is limited to the value of the hb1.This warranty does not authorize the right to claim damages, including damages from lost profit or because of other financial losses. The general terms and conditions of the Hornberg Research GbR are applicable.

  • Page 29: Appendix

    14. APPENDIX:...

  • Page 30: Additional Information

    Hornberg Research GbR Authorised representative partners: Martin Raschke, Mick Baumeister Barbarossastrasse 32 73529 Schwäbisch Gmünd Germany Support: e-Mail: support@hornberg-research.de Copyright © 2014 HORNBERG RESEARCH All rights reserved. Reproduction, even partial, may only occur with the written permission of HORNBERG RESEARCH GbR.

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