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Installation
3-pin out
MASTER
If you are planning to use a master/slave connection, you need to make the appropriate settings in
the setup menu. See master/slave configuration.
2.1.3 MIDI connection
If you have a MIDI device to control your shows, you can connect it to the MIDI-in socket. You can
also patch through via MIDI-thru.
Xciter accepts the following MIDI commands:
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Note ON and note OFF to activate playbacks and cues.
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Program change to activate cues.
If you press a cue or bounce button with a MIDI command assigned to them, Xciter also sends that
command through MIDI-out. This way you can also use MIDI for master/slave connections of
multiple consoles without the need for DMX splitters. Remember however that Xciter only accepts
the MIDI commands noted above, which are only useful for on/off actions of cue buttons and bounce
buttons.
2.1.4 AUDIO connection
The desk also has audio triggering capabilities. There is an internal microphone if no direct audio
feed is available. We recommend a direct audio line to get the best results out of the audio trigger.
You can plug audio into the 6.3mm mono jack. When using the line-in, the internal microphone is
switched off.
Use standard audio signals like the pre-amp output from your audio mixer to get the best results. If
you want to have even more control over the audio trigger, you can place an equalizer between the
audio source and the console.
Warning: DO NOT use an amplified output like the one coming from the speaker amplifier as it may
damage the console.
2.1.5 I²C expansion
Use this connector to attach accessories to the console.
As you can see, the I²C expansion port is the same as MIDI. Connecting MIDI to this port will not
damage the console.
Warning: Martin accessories only. DO NOT connect other devices, as this may damage the console.
2.1.6 USB link to PC
You need a USB-A to USB-B cable to connect your Xciter to a desktop or laptop. Use the USB link
to upload new firmware, download and upload fixture definitions and do backup/restore of shows.
Later in this manual, we will explain how to use the PC applications that come with Xciter.
2.1.7 Desk light or LittLite
The sole purpose of the USB-A connector on the front panel is to supply power for a desk light.
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devices
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5-pin out
Xciter user manual
devices
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3-pin or 5-pin out
SLAVE
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