User manual MIDI/Audio control surface with motorized faders for production
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. Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Avoid having water or other liquids spilled on this unit. 6. When cleaning the cabinet or other parts of this appliance, use only a dry or slightly damp soft cloth.
Contents Introduction ............................................................................................................................4 What's in the package? .........................................................................................................4 Features ................................................................................................................................5 Top Panel Layout ..............................................................................
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the ICON ProAudio QconPro G2 Midi/Audio control surface. We sincerely trust this product will provide years of satisfactory service, but if anything is not to your complete satisfaction, we will endeavor to make things right. In these pages, you'll find a detailed description of the features of the QconPro G2, 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 ● 8 touch-sensitive motorized channel faders ● 12-segment LED level metering for channels ● 1 touch-sensitive motorized fader for master channel ● 8 x dual function encoder knobs (Enter & rotate) ● 11-segment LED surrounding the encoders to indicate the rotating position ● Large backlit LCD to display channel name, control values etc.
Top Panel Layout 8b 7 1 6 8f 5 10 9a 8a 9b 8e 4 2 3 8c 8d Note: Functions operate slightly differently between DAWs. Please refer to your DAW manual for each function and overlap the provided labeling template according to your currently used DAW. The following description is based on the functions that operate in Apple Cubase. 1.
3. Master fader This 100mm motorized fader operates the same as the other 8 faders. It controls your DAW software's master channel fader. Any parameter adjustments made with this fader will be displayed directly above on the LCD display. 4. Channel level metering The 12-led meter shows the associated channel level. 5. Dual function encoders The dual function encoders act as push-button and rotary controls.
UP button DOWN button BANK UP button - BANK DOWN button Shift “one” channel up for all faders (except the master channel). Shift “one” channel down for all faders (except the master channel). Shift “eight” channels up for all faders (except the master channel). Shift “eight” channels down for all faders (except the master channel).
Nudge - Toggle small Nudge mode. Click - Toggle playback or record metronome click. Drop - Toggle Drop. Replace - Toggle Replace. Solo - Toggle track solo (of selected track). 8f) DAW Selector section QconPro G2 has built-in Mackie Control, LogicPro protocols & HUI for different DAW’s such as CubaseTM, SamplitudeTM, Ableton LiveTM, Logic ProTM and ProToolsTM.
GROUP - Press to enter “Group” edit mode. READ/Off button - Press the READ button to activate the read function of the current audio track. WRITE button - Press the WRITE button to activate the write function of the current audio track. TOUCH button - Press to set selected track’s automation to Touch. LATCH - Press to set selected track’s automation to Latch. TRIM - Currently unassigned. 10.
Rear Panel Layout 3 1 2 1. User A / User B 1/4” TRS connectors These 1/4” TRS connectors are able to connect to foot pedals (SPD-01) to activate your selected functions. To set their parameters, select USER A and USER B parameters in Mackie control mode. 2. USB port Connect your QconPro G2 to your Mac/PC via this USB port. 3. 12V/2.5A power adapter Connect the provided power adapter here. (Note: QconPro G2 is not able to work without the provided power adapter connected.
Bottom Panel Layout 1. LCD contrast adjustment 12 Rotate the adjustment knob with the provided screwdriver to adjust the contrast of the LCD. Rotate anticlockwise to reduce the contrast and clockwise will increase.
Getting Started (Connected with QconEX G2 (1 - 3units)) Connecting Your QconPro G2 Controller 1. Connect the QconPro G2 to your Mac/PC via the USB port 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 QconPro G2. Your Mac/PC should automatically “detect” the new hardware and notify you that it is ready to use.
2. Select the DAW. Press <> to scroll through the mode list after pressed the “DAW” button to make the selection. 1 QconEX G2 (1) Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit. (1): Expansion unit 1 Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit. (1): Expansion unit 2 Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit. Unit 1 selected Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit.
3 QconEX G2 (3) 4 QconPro G2 Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit. (1): Expansion unit 3 (1): Mackie Control Press " << " & " >> "to select your expansion unit.
3. Setup your DAW The QconPro G2 has built-in Mackie Control, LogicPro and HUI protocol which will save you considerable trouble in setting up the device at your DAW. Simply add the “Mackie Control” or “HUI” device under the “MIDI Controller” on your software. After the Mackie Control or HUI device has been added, select QconPro G2 controller as your MIDI input and output device in your DAW.
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Getting Started (Standalone device) Connecting Your QconPro G2 Controller 3 1 2 Esc F1 ! ~ F2 ·· ` 1 2 Tab Q W CapsLook Shift Ctrl A Z F3 F5 F4 ¥ # 3 4 E F6 F7 F8 6 F G C V B U H N F11 F12 ; > AltGr Prtsc sysrq — pause Break + - } [ Del Pgup | PgDN Enter ? Home | ] : Lns Backspace = { P L < * 0 O K M #) 9 I J F10 #) 78 7 Y T D F9 * % 5 R S X Alt End Shift Ctrl $ intel 1.
3 Setup your DAW 3. The QconPro G2 has built-in Mackie Control, Logic Pro and HUI protocol which will save you considerable trouble in setting up the device at your DAW. Simply add the “Mackie Control” or “HUI” device under the “MIDI Controller” on your software. After the Mackie Control or HUI device has been added, select QconPro G2 controller as your MIDI input and output device in your DAW.
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iMapTM Software for Mac OS X Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to launch your iMapTM software to Mac OS X. 1. Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom and double click “QconPro G2 iMap” icon. QconProG2/QconExG2 iMap QconProG2_QconExG2 Firmware iMap.dmg QconProG2_QconExG2 Firmware iMap.dmg Tip: By “drag and drop” the “QconPro G2” icon into the “Applications” folder, you could create a “iMap” shortcut on your Mac’s desktop.
Installing iMapTM Software for Windows Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to install your iMapTM software. 1. Turn on your PC. 2. Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom. After you have inserted the CD into your CD-Rom, an installation screen should appear as shown in diagram 1; click “Install”. (Note: If the Installation screen do not appaer automatically. Go to the CD folder and double click "Setup".
5. Create a shortcut on your desktop Please untick the box if you do not want to place a shortcut icon on your desktop for iMapTM, otherwise click “Install”. Diagram 4 6. iMapTM started to install The iMapTM installation has now started, wait for it to finish. Then click “Finish”. Diagram 5 7. Click the iMap logo on your desktop to launch the iMap software.
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Restore the factory default settings To restore your QconPro G2 settings to factory default, simply launch iMap and import the original settings (i.e. without making any changes) to the device through the following steps. 1. Connect QconPro G2 with the provided USB cable and launch iMap software. 2. Click the “MIDI Device” button and select “QconPro G2” as the MIDI input and output device. Note: If QconPro G2 does not appear on the pull down menu, select USB audio as the MIDI I/O device. 3.
Specifications Connector: To computer USB connector (standard type) To extender USB connector (B-Type) Power supply: 12V/2.5A DC Current consumption: 2A or less Weight: 6.6kg (14.6lb) Dimensions: 510(L) x 375(W) x 136(H)mm 20.1”(L) x 14.76”(W) x 5.
Services If your QconPro G2 needs servicing, follow these instructions. Check our online help centre at http://support.iconproaudio.com/hc/en-us, for information, knowledge, and downloads such as: 1. FAQ 2. Download 3. Learn More 4. Forum Very often you will find solutions on these pages. If you don’t find a solution, create a support ticket at our online ACS (Auto Customer Support) at the below link, and our technical support team will assist you as soon as we can. Navigate to http://support.iconproaudio.
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