MotionComposer MC 3 Handbook

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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WELCOME WHO CAN USE THE MOTIONCOMPOSER ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK SUPPORT 1.3.1 CTIVITIES 1.3.2 NLINE IDEO UTORIALS 1.3.3 REQUENTLY SKED UESTIONS 1.3.4 – C HOTLINE USTOMER UPPORT UNBOXING YOUR MOTIONCOMPOSER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS UARANTEE GETTINGS STARTED, STEP-BY-STEP THE TABLET URNING IT ON AND OFF...
Page 3 THE MUSICAL ENVIRONMENTS (ME’S) TONALITY 6.1.1 SONGS FIELDS DRUMS YOUR MUSIC GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR MOTIONCOMPOSER ROOM CONDITIONS PLACEMENT IN THE ROOM LIGHTS THE BLOB IS IT CLOTHING ACCOUSTICS SPEAKERS DESCRIPTION OF MOVEMENTS AND GESTURES ABOUT CAUSE AND EFFECT 7.10...
Page 4: Welcome
– there is no right or wrong way to play the MotionComposer. ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK The aim of this book is to explain all the functions of MotionComposer – the sounds and music that are available, and also the different ways they can be played.
Page 5: Hotline - Customer Support
The MotionComposer offers a new possibility for physical-creative expression for people with and without disabilities. MotionComposer stands on the one hand for the direct linking of movement and musical sound production and at the same time for an easy-to-use device for persons with severe disabilities.
Page 6: Guarantee
It is the operator's responsibility to verify the suitability of the users and the musical environments to be used. Only the supplied power supply and other auxilliaries are to be used to operate the MotionComposer. Failure to comply with the safety instructions will void the warranty.
Page 7: Gettings Started, Step-By-Step
1. Find a place with room to move. We recommend a room with a free area of at least 3.5 x 3.5 metres. 2. Place the MotionComposer on a stable table. The speakers should be as far apart as possible for a good stereo effect.
Page 8 4. Attach the loudspeakers. Mains Audio Cable 4. Turn it on! There is a power switch on the back of the MC station. Since the MC is completely silent, the lights underneath the chassis will tell you that it is on. The colored lights will go in circles to tell you that it is warming up.
Page 9: The Tablet
7. Shutting off the MotionComposer To turn off the MotionComposer, use the same switch that you used to turn it on. Unlike a computer, this will not hurt it. You do not need to turn off the speakers - they will turn themselves off.
Page 10: The Menus
After brushing down, the battery The red light level appears in this corner. shows that it is charging. 3.3 T ENUS The MotionComposer has 5 menus: Main Menu Settings Menu Music Environments Menu Sound World Menu Movement World Menu...
Page 11: The Main Menu
Help Settings Sound check The Music Envrionments Mute The Music Environments (ME’s): Tonality Classical instruments from piano to harp: Improvise or play a song. Nature sounds and animal sounds: some familiar and some Fields unusual and strange. Fields is the environment to tell stories! Drums Drum grooves from rock to hip-hop: the jam sessions are on! More ME’s are in development.
Page 12: Settings
SETTINGS Pressing this button opens the following menu: 4.1.1 SIZE OF THE ACTIVE AREA The MC can be used in a variety of spaces, from large gyms to small offices or even bedrooms with people lying in bed. If your active area is free of furniture and is approximately 10 feet by 10 feet, you are good to go and should not need to make any adjustments.
Page 13: Languages
You can find the available updates on our website under Support/Help. If your MC is not up to date and you want to update it, you can order a USB stick (free of charge) from MotionComposer GmbH. Carefully follow the update instructions supplied with the stick.
Page 14: Back To Main Menu
PLAYER MODE AND ZONE MODE The concept of "players" and "zones" is fundamental to understanding the MotionComposer. The MC tracks motion in two ways: In "Players," individual players create the sounds through their positions, gestures, and movements.
Page 15: 2- Player Mode
This happens when you enter the room for the first time. However, if you enter and then sit down, or enter at an angle, then the MotionComposer can get confused as to your true height. Therefore, if you think you are not hearing all the notes, you should reset the height.
Page 16: Music And Gesture Controls Sound World And Movement World
Zones mode has two important advantages: First, any number of people can play at the same time. Of course, it would be impossible to tell who is doing what! Even with three people playing at the same time, it is hard to tell. Still, by orchestrating, or conducting your players it is possible to have a lot of fun with a group.
Page 17: Sensitivity
To load settings that you have previously saved, go to the Settings menu where you will find Load Saved Settings. TUTORIAL VIDEO #4: The Musical Environment Menü … or scan this QR-code with your smartphone. www.motioncomposer.de/tutorial4 _e...
Page 18: The Musical Environments (Me's)
2 will play your main instrument. TUTORIAL #5: Tonality in Player, Horizontal … or scan this QR-code with your smartphone. www.motioncomposer.de/tutorial5_e TUTORIAL #6: Tonality in Player Vertical … or scan this QR-code with your smartphone.
Page 19: Songs
(For more information about using the MC as a musical instrument, see www.motioncomposer.de/en/help/. Songs are available in vertical or horizontal Player Mode as well as Zones Mode. Player Mode playing takes practice;...
Page 20: Your Music
You can use your movements (any movements) to „activate“ the music. I.e. when you stop moving, the music fades away. Thus, it can be used as a motivation to become active.  You can simple play the song. The MotionComposer is also a stereo! – TILLNESS EFFECT...
Page 21: Getting The Most Out Of Your Motioncomposer
But what if you want to dance on the floor? Good idea! Dancers call this "floor work" and it's a wonderful way to use your body. If you use the MotionComposer, you can also go all the way to the...
Page 22: Clothing
CLOTHING In general, you can wear any clothing when motion-composing. Clothing with patterns may cause problems with video tracking. Solid dark colors work best. ACCOUSTICS Humans have a fantastic range of sonic expression. This is why we built the MC to produce both very loud, and very quiet sounds (the MC has no fans!).
Page 23: About Cause And Effect
Holding the arms open, as before a big Player Arms Open Wide hug. Bending down. Go all the way to the Player Going Low floor. Kick to the side Player Kick Any sudden movement, for example, of the head, body, shoulders feet, etc. Zones Bursts ABOUT CAUSE AND EFFECT...
Page 24: Updates - Aktualisierungen
When you start the tablet, at the bottom of the White start-up screen, you will see the version that you are running. At the motioncomposer.com website, under Support and Help, you can see what Versions are available. Let us know if you need to update. This takes place only via USB stick (which we will send you).
Page 25: Technical Specifications
7.13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Make and Model MotionComposer, MC 3 Release 1.7.2020 MC Station Design and Construction MotionComposer GmbH Power 110-240V, externer Adapter für 12V DC Size 38 x 44 x 14 cm / mit Koffer: 63 x 50 x 30 cm Weight 7,6 Kg / mit Koffer und Zubehör: 18 Kg...
Page 26: Data Privacy
7.15 RECOGNITION AND THANKS MotionComposer is a small company, but for that we enjoy the help and support of a large number of people who believe in our vision. They include software engineers, musicians, dancers, cultural managers, designers, care-givers, workshop leaders, therapists, and persons with different abilities.
Page 27 Dr. Alicia Peñalba. You are welcomed to use any music with your private use of the MotionComposer. If, however, ORGANIZATIONS (current and former partners) you make a public or commercial performance, Grenzenlos e.V.
Page 28 SALES MARKETING DIRECTOR of MARKETING Mathias Reinhardt SALES and MARKETING Ellen Forke, DL, HS, Caroline Zimmerman GRAPHIC DESIGN MotionComposer Logo: Boris Pressmar Additional Graphic Design: NM Web Designer: EE PHOTOGRAPHY and VIDEOGRAPHY DL, Anna Pfannenstiel, EE PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS RW, DL...