Creative E-MU manual Requirements, Hardware Installation, On a PC, On a Mac

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Introduction

Requirements

The included Xboard Control software provides an intuitive desktop interface that makes it easy to create custom templates for all your favorite hardware and software instruments.

On a PC:

You must be running Windows 2000, XP, or XP x64 Edition, and your computer must support USB to communicate with the Xboard. The Xboard can operate in MIDI Output mode without a computer if power is supplied via a 6VDC adapter or batteries.

On a Mac:

You must be running Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later to connect the Xboard. The Xboard can operate in MIDI Output mode without a computer if power is supplied via a 6VDC adapter or batteries.

Hardware Installation

The connection diagrams on the following pages show how to connect the Xboard to your computer or to another MIDI device.

The supplied USB cable provides power and a two-way data link between the Xboard and your computer. The USB port on your computer is a small (1/8” x 3/ 8”) rectangular opening. The connector is keyed so you cannot plug it in wrong. The other end of the USB cable is square and plugs into the back of the Xboard. This end is also keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.

Important: Windows 2000 users must install the software BEFORE the hardware is connected for the first time.

If the Xboard is not connected to the computer via USB it requires a source of power in the form of a 6VDC adapter (tip positive) or (3) AA batteries.

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Contents Xboard MU World Headquarters MU Systems Asia Pacific Africa, Middle EastEurope Japan Creative Media K. KTable of Contents Basic Operations Back Panel Description Powering the XboardXboard 61 Panel Controls Index MU Xboard Control Appendix MU Systems Introduction Hardware Installation RequirementsOn a PC On a MacMidi Connection Connecting the Xboard to your ComputerUSB Connection Midi Interface MidiWindows Software InstallationMacintosh OS Windows XP Uninstalling all Audio Drivers and ApplicationsClick Start „ Settings „ Control Panel Troubleshooting To confirm the problem, do the followingLost Communication Wrong Driver in Windows XP or WindowsIntroduction Introduction Windows 2000 „ You may recover by doing the following Click Have DiskData Entry / Master Volume Slider Midi IndicatorsMain Panel Controls EditStore Patch EnterOctave Down Octave UpChannel Control Mode Latch ModeMidi Channel Select Knob BypassNormal mode Channel Controller mode3D Midi and Nrpn mode Controller KnobsZones Enable Xboard 61 Panel ControlsPatch Select / Numeric Keypad Keyboard Zones ButtonsUsing the Numeric Keypad Program Change ModeBack Panel Description Powering the Xboard Inserting Batteries into the XboardTo Insert Batteries This Side Not UsedTo Select a Patch Using the Main Panel Basic OperationsEntering Data Selecting and Storing PatchesTo Select a Patch Using Direct Patch Select Buttons Xboard Changing the Midi ChannelTo Store a Patch To Change the Midi ChannelChannel Control Mode Transposing the KeyboardChanging Controller CC Channel Numbers To Change Controller CC Channel NumbersTo Select 16 Channel Control Mode To Enable or Disable the Zones FunctionTo Enable or Disable a Specific Zone Working With ZonesLatch Mode, Zones Disabled To Select Latch ModeTo Set the Keyboard Range of Latched Notes Latch Mode, Zones EnabledSnap Shot To Edit a Setting Bypass ModeEditing Patch and Device Settings Editing Patch Device Settings Scrolling Text DisplayEdit Parameters PGM Send on RecallTo Send an External Program Change Xboard Send Program ChangeBank Sel MSB To Browse Midi Program Changes Program Change PGM Browse ModeBank Sel LSB CC Send On Recall Save CC Value in PatchTips for Use… Aftertouch On/OffSemitone Transpose Latch High/Low Note Velocity Curve SelectChannel CC Number To Select one of the X1 or X2 Functions X1 and X2 FunctionsX1 Menu Items CCM To Calibrate Aftertouch using One or More Keys To Calibrate the Pitch WheelLow Velocity = 1 default X2 Menu Items MU Xboard Control DefinitionsXboard Control Window ZoneBank View Dragging and DroppingChanging the Order of Patches Loading Bank or Patch FilesDevice Basic OperationDesktop Patch Modified Indicator Changing SettingsPatch Name Storing PatchesPatch Editor Tab Midi Controller Knob SettingsInitial Knob Settings CC Type Midi ChannelMidi Channel Number Per Control Keyboard SettingsBasic Midi Channel Mod Wheel Settings Channel Control Mode CC NumberPitch Wheel Settings Page Velocity Curve Select Program Change per Midi ChannelSend Controller Values on Patch Recall Zones Tab Zones Graphical DisplayZones Settings Global Zones SettingsController Range Individual Zones Settings Controller Range Backups Menu ItemsPreferences DeviceLoading and Saving Load From FileSave Patch Save RevertStore RevertEdit Menu View MenuDevice Menu Help MenuMidi Channels & Continuous Controllers AppendixMidi Background Footpedal Wiring Midi Program Change CommandsMidi Bank Select Commands FootpedalMidi Implementation Chart Midi Information Transmitted Recognized RemarksMidi Implementation Chart part 2 Controllers Control # Function Transmitted Recognized RemarksMidi Implementation Chart part 2 Controllers Nrpn LSB Nrpn MSB Appendix MU Systems Index NumericsMidi Index