Midi/audio control surface expander for platform b+ (69 pages)
Summary of Contents for ICON QCon EX G2
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MIDI/Audio control surface with motorized faders for production...
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Important Safety Instructions 1. Read this manual thoroughly before using this unit. 2. Keep this manual for future reference. 3. Take notice of and comply with all warnings included in the user's manual or indicated on the appliance. 4. Follow all instructions included in this manual. 5.
You'll also find a warranty card enclosed - please don't forget to fill it out and mail it so that you can receive online technical support at: www.iconproaudio.com, and so we can send you updated information about these and other ICON ProAudio products in the future. As with most electronic devices, we strongly recommend you retain the original packaging.
Features ● 8 touch-sensitive motorized channel faders ● 12-segment LED level metering for channels ● 8 x dual function encoder knobs (Enter & rotate) ● 11-segments LED surrounding the encoders to indicate the rotating position ● Large backlit LCD to display channel name, control values etc. for each channel ●...
Top Panel Layout Note: Function operates slightly difference between DAWs. Please refer to your DAW manual for each function and overlap the provided labeling template according to your currently used DAW. The following description is based on the functions that operate in Apple Logic.
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3. Channel level metering The 12-led meter shows the associated channel level. 4. Dual function encoders The dual function encoders act as push-button and rotary controls. When an encoder is pressed, it may be used to change modes of operation or to change what appears in the display above the channel strips.
Tips: The DAW button cannot be activated if DAW software is running. Tips: QconEX G2 will memorize your last selected DAW mode and re-enter the same mode a few seconds after it has been switched on. (i.e. DAW mode selection is not needed if the last mode is being used.) Rear Panel Layout 1.
Bottom Panel Layout 1. LCD contrast adjustment Rotate the adjustment knob with the provided screwdriver to adjust the contrast of the LCD. Rotate anticlockwise to reduce the contrast and clockwise will increase.
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“detect” the new hardware and notify you that it is ready to use. (Tips: We recommended that you use ICON’s OneHub USB hub, which allows you to connect up to 3 units of QconEX G2, if you are not connecting QconEX G2 directly to your computer’s USB port.)
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2. Select the DAW. Press <</>> to scroll through the mode list after pressed the “DAW” button to make the selection. QconEX G2 QconEX G2 Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit. Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit. (1): Expansion unit 1 (1): Expansion unit 2 Press "...
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Press " << " & " >> "to select unit(s) of Qcon Pro XS. (1): Expansion unit 3 Three Qcon EX G2 Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit. Three Qcon EX G2 have installed Unit 3 selected (1): Mackie Control (1): Mackie Control...
“detect” the new hardware and notify you that it is ready to use. (Tip: We recommended that you use ICON’s OneHub USB hub, which allows you to connect up to 3 units of QconEX G2, if you are not connecting QconEX G2 directly to your computer’s USB port)
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Select the DAW Press <</>> to scroll through the mode list after pressed the “DAW” button to make the selection. expansion unit...
1. Setup your DAW Activate the ICON ProAudioQconEX G2 controller in your DAW or MIDI software using “MIDI Setup” or “MIDI Devices”. For example: ,Cubase and Nuendo , choose Mackie Control at the “Device List”. (Note: Every application does this a little differently, so refer to your software user manual for the settings.)
Firmware iMap.dmg QconProG2_QconExG2 Firmware iMap.dmg Tip: By “dragging and dropping” the “QconEX G2 iMap” icon into the “Applications” folder, you can create an “iMap” shortcut on your Mac’s desktop. Installing iMap Software for Windows Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to install your iMap software.
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3. Setup Wizard appear Note: Setup wizard appears, please click “Next”) Diagram2 4. Choose Install Location Note: Choose your preferred install location for iMapTM or use the default location and click “Next”) Diagram3 Select shortcut Note: Select the start menu folder in which you would like to create the iMapTM shortcut.
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6. Create a shortcut on your desktop (Note: Please uncheck the box if you do not want to place a shortcut icon on your desktop for iMapTM; otherwise click “Next”) Diagram5 7. iMap begins installation (Note: The iMap installation has now started, wait for it to finish.
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 in the pull- down menu. (Note: If your connected ICON product model name does not appear on the pull-down menu, select “USB Audio”...
Restore the factory default settings To restore your QconEXG2 settings to factory default, simply launch iMap and import the original settings (i.e. without making any changes) to the device through the following steps. 1. Connect QconEX G2 with the provided USB cable and launch iMap software. 2.
Specifications Connector: To computer USB connector (standard type) To extender USB connector (B-Type) Power supply: 12V/2.5A DC Current consumption: 2A or less Weight: 5.015kg (11lb) Dimensions 457(L) x 203(W) x 456.6(H)mm 17.99”(L) x 7.92”(W) x 17.97”(H)
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.