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  • Page 1 HARDWARE REFERENCE...
  • Page 2 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Native Instruments GmbH. The software described by this document is subject to a License Agreement and may not be copied to other media. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced or otherwise transmitted or recorded, for any purpose, without prior written permission by Native Instruments GmbH, hereinafter referred to as Native Instruments.
  • Page 3 Germany Native Instruments GmbH Schlesische Str. 28 D-10997 Berlin Germany info@native-instruments.de www.native-instruments.de Native Instruments North America, Inc. 5631 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028 sales@native-instruments.com www.native-instruments.com © Native Instruments GmbH, 2009. All rights reserved.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Connecting a Second Instrument ............23 4.4.3 The Input Level of GUITAR RIG 4 ............24 4.4.4 Connecting the Output ..............25 Installation under Mac OS X ....................26 Software Installation .....................26 Hardware Installation ....................28 5.3 Configuration ......................28 GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – IV...
  • Page 5 Using the RIG KONTROL with a Laptop ..........43 8 Technical Specifications ....................44 Jacks and Sockets ....................44 8.2 Audio Specifications....................45 Power Supply ......................48 Dimensions and Weight ..................48 8.5 Environmental Specifications: ................48 System Requirements ....................48 8.6.1 General System Specifications ............48 GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – V...
  • Page 6 8.6.2 Supported Driver Formats ..............49 8.6.3 Supported Platforms ............... 49 GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – VI...

  • Page 7: Welcome To The World Of Guitar Rig 4

    1 Welcome to the World of GUITAR RIG 4 ! GUITAR RIG KONTROL EDITION is the complete solution for guitar and bass players. The stage-ready RIG KONTROL foot pedal integrates seamlessly with the GUITAR RIG 4 software and provides studio-quality sound with its built-in audio interface. It is designed and optimized for GUITAR RIG 4 , but as it complies with industry standards and features full MIDI support, it works perfectly with most professional audio software.

  • Page 8: Before You Start - Important Notes

    First things first; before using GUITAR RIG 4, it is advised that you read this chapter carefully. 2.1 Serial Numbers & Nameplate GUITAR RIG KONTROL EDITION comes with two serial numbers. The RIG KONTROL serial number can be found on the bottom of the hardware, along with the nameplate listing the product model name and other technical information.

  • Page 9: Caution

    2.3 Disclaimer Native Instruments GmbH cannot be held responsible for damage or lost or destroyed data caused by improper use or modification to the RIG KONTROL .

  • Page 10: The Rig Kontrol Hardware

    Shows the number of the currently activated GUITAR RIG 4 preset. This LED-Meter shows the level of the audio signal at the input. The red LEDs indicate clipping and should never light up. Turn the according input gain down if it does. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 10...

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    This knob controls the gain of Input 2. These jacks transmit the processed output from the audio interface. Connect both for stereo sound. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 11...
  • Page 12 Connect this unit directly to your computer’s USB 2.0 port and avoid using un-powered USB hubs. You should always secure the USB cable by wrapping it around the USB Hook. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 12...

  • Page 13: Installation Under Windows Xp / Windows Vista

    4 Setup”. If you are using a download version of GUITAR RIG 4 , you need to extract the setup files first. 2. Double-click “Guitar Rig 4 Setup” to start the installation procedure. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 13...
  • Page 14 “Windows can’t verify the publisher of this driver software”. Don’t worry, everything is fine here. Simply click “Continue anyway” (Windows XP) or “Install this driver software anyway” (Windows Vista) to continue the installation. Restart your computer upon completion. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 14...

  • Page 15: Hardware Installation

    Workstation (DAW) of choice. On Windows computers, GUITAR RIG 4 supports the VST and RTAS® plug-in formats. ► Native Instruments Service Center – this application handles product activation as well as update management. Please refer to the Setup Guide for details. ►...
  • Page 16 Service Pack 2 or higher is required for the RIG KONTROL to work – you can find out about your Windows version in the System Properties window. After successfully installing the driver, the RIG KONTROL will be recognized automatically. If not, start the software installation again as explained above. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 16...
  • Page 17 If at any time the computer does not seem to recognize the RIG KONTROL, disconnect the USB cable, wait a few seconds, then re-connect it. If the problem remains, restart your computer with the interface connected. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 17...

  • Page 18: Configuration

    On the “Audio” tab, choose ASIO as the “Driver” interface. 2. Select RIG KONTROL from the “Device” dropdown menu. If RIG KONTROL does not appear in the list, something went wrong. Restart the installation as explained in section 4.1. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 18...
  • Page 19 USB Buffersize value. Note that the USB Buffersize parameter has a direct impact on the CPU usage of the system. The resulting CPU usage differs between computers, so it could make sense to experiment with different settings. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 19...

  • Page 20: Using The Rig Kontrol As Your Default Audio Interface

    2. Select the “Audio” tab. 3. In the “Sound playback” and “Sound recording” sections, click on the Default Device menu, and then select RIG KONTROL. 4. Click OK to close the “Sounds and Audio Devices” dialog. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 20...
  • Page 21 3. In the device list, select RIG KONTROL and click on “Set Default.” 4. Select the “Recording” tab. 5. In the device list, select RIG KONTROL and click on “Set Default.” 6. Click o to close the dialog. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 21...

  • Page 22: Audio Connections And Levels

    In order to achieve the best sound quality by providing the interface with a sufficiently powerful signal, you need to carefully adjust the input level of the RIG KONTROL . GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 22...

  • Page 23: Connecting A Second Instrument

    For instruments generating a stereo signal, the second channel needs to be connected for stereo sound. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 23...

  • Page 24: The Input Level Of Guitar Rig 4

    (l or r) on the left hand side of the Input Meter once, so that only the input channel in use is active. This will route the mono signal to both channels. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 24...

  • Page 25: Connecting The Output

    4. Start playing and carefully turn up the volume of your amp or the headphone level of the RIG KONTROL to the desired level. You should be all set now, and ready to rock! GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 25...

  • Page 26: Installation Under Mac Os X

    Browse the content of the product CD and locate the file “Guitar Rig 4 Installer”. If you are using a download version of GUITAR RIG 4 , you need to extract the installer file first. 2. Double - click the installer file to star t the installation procedure. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 26...
  • Page 27 (DAW) of choice. On computers running Mac OS X, the VST, AU and RTAS® plug-in formats are supported. ► Native Instruments Service Center – this application handles product activation as well If you have never owned a NATIVE INSTRUMENTS prod- as update management.

  • Page 28: Hardware Installation

    GUITAR RIG 4 . It is assumed that you have already activated GUITAR RIG 4 using the Service Center – please refer to the Setup Guide for help on this process. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 28...

  • Page 29: Configuring Guitar Rig 4

    3. Select RIG KONTROL from the “Device” dropdown menu. If RIG KONTROL does not appear in the list even though it is connected, something went wrong. Restart the installation as explained in section 5.1. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 29...
  • Page 30 This is done by gradually reducing the buffer size: Drag the latency slider to the left while playing something. Once you begin to hear crackles or dropouts, carefully drag the latency slider to the right until you reach the point where no crackles or dropouts occur. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 30...

  • Page 31: Using Rig Kontrol As Your Default Audio Interface

    4. Click on the Output tab, and then select RIG KONTROL from the “Choose a device for sound output” list. 5. Click on the Input tab, and then select RIG KONTROL from the “Choose a device for sound input” list. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 31...

  • Page 32: Audio Connections And Levels

    In order to achieve the best sound quality by providing the interface with a sufficiently powerful signal, you need to carefully adjust the input level of the RIG KONTROL . GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 32...

  • Page 33: Connecting A Second Instrument

    For instruments generating a stereo signal, the second channel needs to be connected for stereo sound. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 33...

  • Page 34: The Input Level Of Guitar Rig 4

    (l or r) on the left hand side of the Input Meter once, so that only the input channel in use is active. This will route the mono signal to both channels. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 34...

  • Page 35: Connecting The Output

    3. Go to the Preset Browser and select any of the presets by clicking on it. Start playing and carefully turn up the volume of your amp or the headphone level of the RIG KONTROL to the desired level. You should be all set now, and ready to rock! GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 35...

  • Page 36: Using The Rig Kontrol As A Controller Interface

    5 (PREV) and 6 (NEXT). Switches 7 and 8 are for activating the tuner and tapping in a tempo with your foot. These buttons can of course be re-assigned to other functions as you please. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 36...

  • Page 37: Using Midi Controllers With The Rig Kontrol Midi Interface

    “MIDI channel” and select 1-16 or omni. To learn how to assign functions to external MIDI controllers, refer to the Getting Started Guide and the Application Reference. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 37...

  • Page 38: Using Additional Footswitches And Pedals

    If problems occur, try out the other available modes. ► The “External Switch Mode” determines the behavior of external footswitches. Either they are “on” while pressed (Toggle) or they switch between “on” and “off” each time they are pressed (Switch). GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 38...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Please visit this URL to contact the support team: native-instruments.com/support/ All products by Native Instruments are tested extensively in real life situations during the development phase. However, if your product needs to be returned, the Technical Support team will assign you an RA (Return Authorization) number to expedite the processing of your return.

  • Page 40: Audio Issues

    If your instrument delivers such a high signal that the preamp is always overdriven, you should reduce its volume. Usually, this only happens if the instrument is equipped with special high power pickups. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 40...

  • Page 41: Noise

    (external data storage, CD burners). ► Hook up a DI box behind the RIG KONTROL outputs. Most of these boxes have a ground lift switch, which allows breaking the ground loop and eliminating the noise. GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 41...

  • Page 42: Hardware-Related Problems

    7.2 Hardware-Related Problems Check the Native Instruments website and the NI Service Center for updates of the RIG KONTROL driver and more information. 7.2.1 Driver Issues Make sure that the RIG KONTROL is connected to the computer and open the Driver Control Panel.

  • Page 43: Using The Rig Kontrol With A Laptop

    Laptops often are equipped with built-in devices that disturb audio processing, most commonly a network adapter or a wireless LAN card. You might need to disable these devices while working with the RIG KONTROL . GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 43...

  • Page 44: Technical Specifications

    2 input jacks for external pedals / footswitches / switchboxes ► (Pedal 1, Pedal 2) for stereo 6.3mm (1/4 inch) phone plugs ► 2 MIDI (In/Out) 5-pin DIN circular connector ► 1 USB 2.0 Type B GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 44...

  • Page 45: Audio Specifications

    Instrument Inputs Input Impedance 1M Ohm Full Scale Level at Maximum Gain -11,5 dBu Maximum Input Level +16dBu SNR (weighted) >100dB THD+N 0,009% Frequency Response +/- 0,5dB 20Hz – 24KHz Dynamic Range 105dB (ADC) GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 45...
  • Page 46 0,009% Frequency Response +/- 0,5dB 20Hz – 36KHz Dynamic Range 105 dB (ADC) Audio Outputs (D/A) Channels Sample Rate 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 192 kHz Bit Resolution 16, 24 Bit Converter Cirrus Logic GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 46...
  • Page 47 Full scale 5Vpp / -14dB Headphone Output Load Impedance 8-600 Ohm Maximum Output Level 1,61V rms @ 100 Ohm SNR (weighted) >91dB THD+N (60 Ohms) 0,013% Frequency Response +/- 0m5dB 22Hz – 44KHz GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 47...

  • Page 48: Power Supply

    Mac OS 10.4.x, G4 1.4 GHz or Intel® Core™ Duo 1.66 GHz, 1024 MB RAM, USB 2.0 Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista (32 bit), Pentium/Athlon XP 1.4 GHz, 512 MB RAM, USB 2.0 GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 48...
  • Page 49 8.6.2 Supported Driver Formats Mac OS: Core Audio™ Windows: ASIO® (recommended), DirectSound™ 8.6.3 Supported Platforms Mac OS: Stand-alone, VST®, Audio Units™, RTAS® (Pro Tools 7/8) Windows: Stand-alone, VST®, RTAS® (Pro Tools 7/8) GUITAR RIG KONTROL Hardware Reference – 49...

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