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Summary of Contents for TEC TEControl
- Page 1 TEControl USB MIDI Pedal Controller User Guide...
- Page 2 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not repre- sent a commitment on the part of TEControl AB. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced or otherwise transmitted or recorded, for any purpose, without prior written permission by TEControl AB.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Introduction 1 Overview 2 A word about pedals Expression pedals ........Sustain pedals . -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction The USB MIDI Pedal Controller allows users to connect their existing analogue expression and sustain pedals to the USB port of their computer. The USB MIDI Pedal Controller al- lows customizing the sensitivity of the pedal and convert the signal to any MIDI CC (Con- trol Change), Pitch Bend or Aftertouch messages, sent over the USB-MIDI class compliant interface. -
Page 5: Overview
1 Overview The USB MIDI Pedal Controller is designed for musicians who want to connect standard expression and sustain pedals to their computers and add improved expression and realism to their performance and recordings. The USB MIDI Pedal Controller offers enhanced controllability and flexibility by allow- ing sensitivity shaping and assignment to any MIDI channel and either CC, pitch bend, or aftertouch. -
Page 6: Word About Pedals
2 A word about pedals 2.1 Expression pedals The most common expression pedals consist of a foot-operated passive potentiometer that has its three terminals connected to either a 1/4“ stereo (TRS) instrument jack or an in- line cable plug. There is no established standard for expression pedals and manufacturers use different ways to connect the potentiometer to the 1/4”... -
Page 7: Getting Started
WARNING! Only connect passive pedals to the USB MIDI Pedal Controller. Pedals that are powered by mains supply, chargers or batteries must NOT be used. TEControl AB does not assume any responsibility for damage to any equipment (including the Pedal Controller itself) if these instructions are not followed. -
Page 8: Configuration Utility
The Configuration Utility is required for changing the settings and is available from our support webpage: http://www.tecontrol.se/products/usb-midi-pedal-controller/support Once you have downloaded the software, unzip the file and run the installer (Windows) or drag and drop the application in your favourite location (Mac). On Windows the installer will create a shortcut in the Start menu. -
Page 9: How To Configure
Located at the bottom of the window is a message window which reports the response to your actions as well as potential error messages. Please, keep an eye on the messages displayed there to detect any problems. When started, the Configuration Utility will try to detect the Pedal Controller. If not found, the lower portion of the window will display the message “Waiting for controller...”... - Page 10 • The Load Preset button allows to retrieve a previously saved file and apply the settings in it to the pedal controller. Note, the file name must end in “.tpc” otherwise it will not be possible to select it. • The Enable/Disable Monitor button enables a circular marker that is displayed along the sensitivity curve and indicates the actual input.
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Page 11: Configuring Your Daw And
5 Configuring your DAW and VI 5.1 DAW In your DAW/player software the pedal controller must be selected as a MIDI input device in order to work. In your DAW you must also configure the MIDI input of the track you are playing or recording to “MIDI omni”, “All MIDI inputs”... -
Page 12: Declaration Of Conformity
6 Declaration of conformity...
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