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.
Introduction What's in the package Features Top Panel Layout Side Panel Layout Getting Started Connecting Your Qcon Lite Controller Installing iMap Software for MAC OS X Installing iMap Software for Windows Assigning MIDI functions with iMap 9-10 iMap Qcon Lite software panel...
In these pages, you'll find a detailed description of the features of the Qcon Lite, 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 1x100mm touch-sensitive motorised channel/master fader 4 x dual function encoder knobs (Enter & rotate) Large backlit LCD to display channel name, control values etc. for each channel Jog wheel shuttle for fast search and control Illuminated channel buttons including Rec-enable, Solo and Mute. 6 illuminated transport buttons including Play, Stop, Rec, Rewind, Fast forward and Loop 16 illuminated function buttons.
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 current using DAW. The following description is based on the functions that operate in Apple Logic .
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Dual function encoders The dual functioned encoder acting as a push-button and a rotary control. 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. When an encoder is rotated, depending on its assigned function, it can be used to adjust a channel's pan, send level, or plug-in parameters.
Sub-control buttons This section of control buttons varies in different DAWs. Qcon Lite is based on Logic for the settings. (Note: For different DAWs the labeling may not be perfectly matched.) Assignment section TRACK button -Activate the track parameters of the software PAN/SURROUND/EQ/Send/Plug-in/Instrument buttons -These buttons are used to activate the corresponding effect function of the DAW.
Choose a USB port on your Mac/PC and insert the wide (flat) end of the USB cable. Connect the cable's other end to the Qcon Lite. Your Mac/PC should automatically “detect” the new hardware and notify you that it is ready to use.
Mac OS X Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom and double click “Qcon Lite iMap” icon. Tips: By “drag and drop” the “Qcon Lite iMap” icon into the “Applications” folder, you could create a “iMap” shortcut on your Mac's desktop.
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Then click "Next" Diagram 4 Create a shortcut on your desktop Please untick the box if you do not want to place a shortcut icon on your desktop for iMap , otherwise click "Next" Diagram 5 iMap started to install The iMap installation has now started, wait for it to finish.
Assigning MIDI functions with iMap You can use iMap to assign the MIDI functions of your Qcon Lite easily. Note: If your Qcon Lite is not connected to your Mac/PC, a message of "There are no MIDI input devices" will appear. Please connect Qcon Lite to your Mac/PC with the provided USB cable.
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Assign MIDI functions to the Jog wheel (User define mode only) Select your desired MIDI functions for the jog wheel “Save file” button Click this button to save your current settings for the Qcon Lite. The file is an “.qconlite” file. “Load file” button Click this button to load a previously saved “.
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.
Specifications Connector: USB connector (standard type) Power supply: 12V/6A DC Current consumption: 3A or less Weight: 0.9g (2.0lb) Dimensions: 248(L) X 179(W) X 26(H) 9.8”(L) x 7.0”(W) x 1.0”(H)
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.
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