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Thank you for purchasing the Plugiator, your new plug-in based sound module. A lot
of effort and passion went into this product, which we are sure you will appreciate and we hope you will have as much fun with it as we have.
The Plugiator is a light weight, very portable sound module that can emulate different synthesizer architectures based on its 'Virtual Circuit Modeling' technology without
relying on playback of sampled sounds.
It has been designed to model the exact behavior and deliver the same powerful
sound as the originals. The Plugiator sounds like the original, and not like a recording
of it - and maintains all the depth, the dynamics and the liveliness of the sound. Also
allows you to tweak any parameter and easily allows you to design new sounds from
ground up, if you like. When you compare its sound experience to sample based
solutions, you will quickly notice the difference.
Several aspects of the Plugiator concept are new and unique. Combining the compact
size and "compact" price point of sample-based sound modules with the latest in
DSP technology, the Plugiator provides innovation and flexibility previously only
available in the software plug-in domain.
Its open and modular architecture, combined with unique internet integration for
quick browsing of online sounds allows you to capture a whole world of sounds and
take it anywhere without dependency on your Computer. Use your computer for
management of your sounds - but when it is time to go out, perform and have fun,
you can now leave your computer at home if you like.
Great plug-in technology just became light-weight and portable!
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WhatWhat
What
WhatWhat
’s in the Box’s in the Box
’s in the Box
’s in the Box’s in the Box
Please check that your product packaging contains all the following items:
nThis User Manual
nPlugiator Sound Synthesizer
nExternal Power Supply Unit
nUSB Cable 1.8m
nSoftware Installation CD
In case your product has been damaged during transport or the content of the
packaging is short of any of the items listed above, please report such issue to your
dealer immediately. In case your dealer does not prove to be helpful, please contact
Use Audio Inc. directly.
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Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety Instructions
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PLEASE CAREFULLPLEASE CAREFULL
PLEASE CAREFULL
PLEASE CAREFULLPLEASE CAREFULL
Electrical SafetyElectrical Safety
Electrical Safety
Electrical SafetyElectrical Safety
nDO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT NEAR WATER.
nCLEAN ONLY WITH A DRY CLOTH.
nDO NOT INSTALL NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT REGISTERS, STOVES,
nUNPLUG THIS PRODUCT DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN UNUSED FOR LONG
nPOWER CORD: Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched.
nSERVICING: Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
nDO NOT OPEN THE PRODUCT: Unauthorized opening of the product will void the limited
Y READ THE FOLLY READ THE FOLL
Y READ THE FOLL
Y READ THE FOLLY READ THE FOLL
OR OTHER APPARATUS (INCLUDING AMPLIFIERS) THAT PRODUCE HEAT.
PERIODS OF TIME.
product has been damaged in any way, such as that the power supply or cord is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the product, the product has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
hardware warranty and exposes you to the risk of ELECTRIC SHOCK.
OWINGOWING
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nPOWER ON/OFF SWITCH: Note that the power switch on the back of the product DOES NOT
break the connection from the mains.
nMULTIPLE-INPUT VOLTAGE: This product may require the use of one of the possibly supplied
alternate power plugs. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified
service personnel or equivalent.
nPOWER SUPPLY FAILURE: Never repair a power supply but replace it with a suitable new
power supply of identical specifications.
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CAUTION: This product is able to produce sound levels which may damage your ears
and/or speakers connected. Please be very conservative on the volumes you are using
and always keep your mixer and amplification levels in a range so that loud sounds
or spikes produced by the product (intentionally or unintentionally) would not exceed
safe levels for your equipment or your ears.
Disposal NoticeDisposal Notice
Disposal Notice
Disposal NoticeDisposal Notice
Should this product become damaged beyond repair or should you wish to dispose
the product, please observe all local, state and federal laws and regulations regarding
the disposal of electronic equipment. If your dealer is unable to assist you, you can
contact Use Audio Inc. directly and we shall assist you with an environmentally safe
disposal.
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Getting StartedGetting Started
Getting Started
Getting StartedGetting Started
Making ConnectionsMaking Connections
Making Connections
Making ConnectionsMaking Connections
1.1.
9V DC 500mA9V DC 500mA
1.
9V DC 500mA
1.1.
9V DC 500mA9V DC 500mA
Use only the 9V DC power adapter supplied with your Plugiator to power the box. In
case the supplied power supply comes with different power plug types, you may need
to change the power supply over to the plug type which is suitable in your country.
2.2.
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2.2.
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Switches your Plugiator on and off.
3.3.
MIDI INMIDI IN
3.
MIDI IN
3.3.
MIDI INMIDI IN
Connect the MIDI OUT of your Keyboard / MIDI triggering source to the MIDI In.
4.4.
MIDI THRUMIDI THRU
4.
MIDI THRU
4.4.
MIDI THRUMIDI THRU
The MIDI input signal is routed directly to the MIDI Thru so you can send the master
keyboard's MIDI data to other MIDI sound modules or device as well.
5.5.
USBUSB
5.
USB
5.5.
USBUSB
Connect your Plugiator to your computer's USB port in order to use it with a MIDI
sequencer or the Plug-in Manager software.
6.6.
MicMic
6.
Mic
6.6.
MicMic
The Plugiator allows you to connect a professional dynamic microphone to your
keyboard over a ¼" phono jack. Please note that some commercial headset
microphones use TRS connectors with Tip and Ring internally shorted. The Plugiator
is not designed to work with such Microphones.
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7.7.
Audio OutAudio Out
7.
Audio Out
7.7.
Audio OutAudio Out
The Audio outputs of the Plugiator are two high quality analog unbalanced line
level outputs available on ¼" phono jacks as left and right signals.
In order to hear audio from the Plugiator, connect the Audio Out L & R to the Left /
Right inputs of a mixing console, a pair of powered speakers, a computer sound card
or a HiFi system.
8.8.
HeadphoneHeadphone
8.
Headphone
8.8.
HeadphoneHeadphone
A headphone output is available on a ¼" phono stereo jack for monitoring audio
over a pair of stereo headphones.
Getting Sound out of your PlugiatorGetting Sound out of your Plugiator
Getting Sound out of your Plugiator
Getting Sound out of your PlugiatorGetting Sound out of your Plugiator
This would be a simple setup to quickly rig up your Plugiator with a MIDI keyboard:
1.Connect the MIDI OUT from your keyboard to the MIDI IN of the Plugiator.
2.Connect the line output of the Plugiator to a pair of active speakers (or a mixer);
or use the headphone output of the Plugiator.
3.You can now play the Plugiator via your MIDI keyboard sequencer.
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Plugiator Control InterfacePlugiator Control Interface
Plugiator Control Interface
Plugiator Control InterfacePlugiator Control Interface
The Plugiator control interface has been designed to allow you quick and easy access
to almost every function and setting you would want to tweak while using the product
without a computer connected.
With a total of three multi functional knobs, eight single function knobs and ten
quick pads you have great amount of control on your sound without the dependency
on a computer.
Multi FMulti F
Multi F
Multi FMulti F
unction Knobsunction Knobs
unction Knobs
unction Knobsunction Knobs
The Preset, Plugin and Volume knobs allow you to use a single knob to achieve
multiple functions.
Knob Actions:
1.Rotating the knob.
2.Single push down.
3.Push and hold down for 3 seconds.
4.Push and turn while keeping the knob pushed down
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The preset knob is used in the following actions:
a.Rotating to scroll through presets of the currently selected plug-in.
b.Single push down to enable numerical entry of a two-digit preset number
via the quick pads (preset 100 is entered as "00").
c.Push and hold down for 3 seconds to store & overwrite modified preset
parameters into the internal memory of the Plugiator.
PluginPlugin
Plugin
PluginPlugin
The plugin knob is used in the following actions:
a.Rotating to scroll through the list of plug-ins available on your Plugiator.
b.Single push down to load the currently selected plug-in.
c.Push and hold down for 3 seconds to send an "all notes off" MIDI message.
That function is useful to shut off a note which got stuck. Stuck notes typically
indicate a flaw in the MIDI keyboard, the sequencer or the MIDI interface
and are not usually caused by the Plugiator synth itself.
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The volume knob is used in the following actions:
a.Rotating to increase or decrease the output volume of the Plugiator both
on the Line outputs & the headphone out.
b.Push, hold down and then rotating to change the MIDI channel number
[Channel 1 till Channel 16 & OMNI]. The MIDI channel will be set to the
currently displayed number when you release the push function of the
knob.
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Single FSingle F
Single F
Single FSingle F
unction Knobsunction Knobs
unction Knobs
unction Knobsunction Knobs
The first five single function knobs are used to control various sound design parameters
on each plug-in. These knobs do not have a fixed function & vary depending on the
currently loaded plug-in: see the printed label ob the Plugiator in the row of the
currently active plug-in.
The last three knobs control Delay Time, Delay Effect Dry/Wet, Chorus Flanger Dry/
Wet & stay constant throughout all plug-ins.
Note the one exception to that rule:Note the one exception to that rule:
Note the one exception to that rule: For the B4000 the Chorus Flanger Dry/Wet
Note the one exception to that rule:Note the one exception to that rule:
knob has been assigned to Rotor Speed which is switchable from Slow to Fast.
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Quick PQuick P
Quick P
Quick PQuick P
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The quick pads on the Plugiator are used in the following actions:
a.Single push down to engage the previously assigned preset or preset and
plug-in combination, corresponding to that quick pad number.
b.Push and hold down for 3 seconds to assign the currently loaded Plug-in
and Preset to the corresponding quick pad number.
Note: Note:
Note: When making an assignment to a quick pad the Plugiator stores the Plug-in
Note: Note:
and Preset number that will be recalled when the quick pad is pushed. If you modify
a particular preset that was previously assigned to a quick pad, the quick pad would
then refer to and call up the modified sound.
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Plug-Ins & PPlug-Ins & P
Plug-Ins & P
Plug-Ins & PPlug-Ins & P
The Plugiator runs one plug-in at a time and can store upto eight plug-ins
(instruments) within its internal memory.
Along with your initial purchase of the product you have been supplied with three
plug-ins; the Minimax, B4000 and the LightWave. Additionally, the Vocodizer can be
downloaded for free after registering your hardware online at www.use-audio.com/
register.
In addition to these four plug-ins, more plug-ins can be purchased & downloaded
from www.use-audio.com/options.
Loading Plug-insLoading Plug-ins
Loading Plug-ins
Loading Plug-insLoading Plug-ins
There are four ways of loading plug-ins within the Plugiator.
1.Using the “PLUGIN” knob located on the control surface of the unit (refer to
the previous chapter "Plugiator Control Interface")
2.Loading plug-ins via the Plug-in Manager Software installed on a computer.
3.Using quick pads to load Plug-ins or Presets you have previously assigned to a
quick pad number (refer to the previous chapter "Plugiator Control Interface")
resetsresets
resets
resetsresets
4.Loading a plug-in from your MIDI keyboard by sending a MIDI Program Change
& playing a note to confirm this selection.
Example:Example:
Example: By sending the MIDI Program change 101 and playing a note on your
Example:Example:
keyboard within a short duration you will load the first plug-in (MINIMAX).
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Below is the list of plug-ins and Program Change numbers required to load plug-ins.
Each plug-in on the Plugiator has 100 internal presets.
Note: Note:
Note: Creating, storing, modifying and managing preset files will be discussed later in
Note: Note:
this User Manual
There are four ways of changing presets for the currently active plug-in on the
Plugiator.
1.Using the „PRESET“ knob located on the control surface of the box to scroll
through presets. This will call up the corresponding preset which is stored in
the Plugiator box (refer to the previous chapter "Plugiator Control Interface")
2.Changing presets via the Plug-in Manager software installed on a PC. Note
that in this case, a preset which is stored in the software will be recalled. These
presets reside on your computer, and may not be related to presets stored in
your Plugiator box. To quickly store a preset which you called up from the
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Plug-in Manager software in the Plugiator box, use the "Store" function of the
preset knob.
3.Quick pads to load presets or plug-ins you have previously assigned to that
quick pad number. This will call up the corresponding preset which is stored in
the Plugiator box (refer to the previous chapter "Plugiator Control Interface")
4.Changing presets from your MIDI keyboard by sending MIDI Program Change
messages in the range of 1 to 100. This will call up the corresponding preset
which is stored in the Plugiator box.
Note: Note:
Note: Presets which are stored in the Plugiator box are not nessesarily in sync with
Note: Note:
presets listed in the Plug-In Manager Software. Changes you make in the software
will not be stored in the box unless you write the bank to the Plugiator hardware. Vice
versa, changes you make to the presets stored in the Plugiator box will not be available
in the software unless you read out a bank from the Plugiator box. That was done on
purpose to allow management of multiple banks across multiple Plugiator boxes.
MIDI PMIDI P
MIDI P
MIDI PMIDI P
rogram Change Listrogram Change List
rogram Change List
rogram Change Listrogram Change List
MIDI Program change1....100Loading Presets.
MIDI Program change101....108+ any NoteLoading Plug-ins.
MIDI Program change109....127Have no effect.
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USB Connections and Driver InstallationUSB Connections and Driver Installation
USB Connections and Driver Installation
USB Connections and Driver InstallationUSB Connections and Driver Installation
The USB interface on the Plugiator is used for two applications:
1.To connect the Plugiator to the Plug-in Manager software installed on your
computer / laptop to manage presets and settings.
2.Recording MIDI information from your Plugiator Control interface & MIDI IN
directly into your favourite computer music sequencing application.
To install the Plugiator Drivers and Plug-in Manager software on a PC you will require
a Windows XP operating system with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista. For support of
the Mac OSX please refer to www.use-audio.com.
Make the following connections in order to begin the installation.
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After connecting the Plugiator to your computer’s USB port, Windows will
automatically detect and install the “USB Audio Driver”
You will see a dialog box (figure shown below) displaying that a new USB device has
been found and that Windows is installing drivers for this device automatically.
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Confirming that the Device has been found and the Drivers haveConfirming that the Device has been found and the Drivers have
Confirming that the Device has been found and the Drivers have
Confirming that the Device has been found and the Drivers haveConfirming that the Device has been found and the Drivers have
been correctly installed:been correctly installed:
been correctly installed:
been correctly installed:been correctly installed:
1.Go to My Computer -> Device Manager.
2.Under your Machine Name -> Sound Video & Game controllers you will find
an entry for your Plugiator unit called "USB Audio Device"
3.If you can see the entry for the `USB Audio Device' within Device Manager the
driver installation is correct.
If this step was not successful, unplug the USB cable from the computer and try to use
an alternative USB port available.
Note: Note:
Note: It is recomended that you always use the same USB port to connect the Plugiator
Note: Note:
to your Computer which you used while installing the drivers. Otherwise, in some
computer configurations, your Plugiator may not be recognized.
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Plug-In Manager Software
PDF User Manuals
Installing the Plug-in Manager SoftwareInstalling the Plug-in Manager Software
Installing the Plug-in Manager Software
Installing the Plug-in Manager SoftwareInstalling the Plug-in Manager Software
To install the Plug-in Manager Software on your
computer/laptop, please insert the supplied CDROM labeled 'Plug-In Manager Software' into the
CD- ROM drive of your computer.
In case the installation does not start automatically, please run the manually run the
setup file from the CD.
The installation software will greet you with information about which software you
are about to install. On the following page you will find the license agreement.
Please read it carefully and if you agree, select "I accept the license terms" then
continue by pressing the 'Next' button.
You can now set the installation path within the 'Installation path' pull-down menu.
If you don't set a dedicated path here, the Remote Software will be installed to
"C:\Program Files\Use Audio\Plug-in Manager.
The installation requires approximately 11 MB of free hard disk space.
Note: Note:
Note: The Plug-in Manager requires Adobe Flash Player V9 or higher installed on
Note: Note:
your computer. You will be prompted to download the latest version of Flash if the
installer does not detect this during the installation process.
Note: Note:
Note: If the Plug-In Manager Software is already installed on your computer, make
Note: Note:
sure to first uninstall the existing installation before you re-install the software. Find
the uninstall option in the program folder of the Plug-In Manager software. If you
changed the default presets banks and you want to keep your changes, make sure
you save them to a different name and location before you run the uninstall function!
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Using the Plug-in Manager SoftwareUsing the Plug-in Manager Software
Using the Plug-in Manager Software
Using the Plug-in Manager SoftwareUsing the Plug-in Manager Software
GeneralGeneral
General
GeneralGeneral
To control your Plugiator with the Plug-in Manager software, you will need to connect
the Plugiator to a computer via USB or MIDI. (Please refer to the previous chapter
"USB connections and Driver installation")
Double clicking on the shortcut called "Plug-in Manager" will load the application.
The software will prompt you to select the correct drivers to which the Plugiator is
connected. If you have connected over USB please select the USB Audio Device for the
input and output (figure shown below)
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left sectionleft section
On the
left section of the editor software you will see four panels available.
left sectionleft section
nSlot Configuration Panel
nPresets Panel
nMIDI Keyboard
nMIDI Monitor
top right sectiontop right section
The
top right section of the Plug-in Manager software displays the list of presets for
top right sectiontop right section
a plug-in (this area could also display the online sounds if selected)
lower right sectionlower right section
The
lower right section of the Plug-in Manager displays the user interface of the
lower right sectionlower right section
currently loaded plug-in.
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Software MenusSoftware Menus
Software Menus
Software MenusSoftware Menus
The Menu Bar located on the top section of the screen allows access to the various
Menus in the Plug-in Manager Software.
File MenuFile Menu
File Menu
File MenuFile Menu
New PNew P
reset Filereset File
New P
reset File
New PNew P
reset Filereset File
Creates a new preset file for the currently active plug-in. Preset Files contain one or
multiple Banks, which again contain up to 100 sounds each.
Load PLoad P
reset Filereset File
Load P
reset File
Load PLoad P
reset Filereset File
Loads a preset file previously stored on the hard drive.
Save PSave P
reset Filereset File
Save P
reset File
Save PSave P
reset Filereset File
Saves a preset file onto the hard drive.
ExitExit
Exit
ExitExit
Click to close the program. Make sure you have saved changes made in a preset list
before exiting.
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Show Plug-in PShow Plug-in P
Show Plug-in P
Show Plug-in PShow Plug-in P
Shows/hides the panel of the loaded plug-in.
Show Slot ConfigurationShow Slot Configuration
Show Slot Configuration
Show Slot ConfigurationShow Slot Configuration
Shows/hides the Slot Configuration window for selection of your active plug-in.
Show MIDI KShow MIDI K
Show MIDI K
Show MIDI KShow MIDI K
Shows/hides the MIDI keyboard window on the left side.
Show MIDI MonitorShow MIDI Monitor
Show MIDI Monitor
Show MIDI MonitorShow MIDI Monitor
Shows/hides the MIDI monitor window on the left side.
Open POpen P
Open P
Open POpen P
With this option checked it is possible to display the plug-in panel for the loaded
device in a separate window from the editor window.
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Options MenuOptions Menu
Options Menu
Options MenuOptions Menu
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Click to open the program preferences dialog box.
General:General:
General: Here you can turn on/off the warning, when overwriting presets and decide
General:General:
whether the Plug-in Manager should wake up with default window settings or with
last setup.
Online Settings:Online Settings:
Online Settings: Disable or enable all online functionality here or change your login
Online Settings:Online Settings:
name and settings.
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Configure PlugiatorConfigure Plugiator
Configure Plugiator
Configure PlugiatorConfigure Plugiator
This dialog box is used to configure the MIDI connection settings of the Plugiator.
Also, new plug-ins and DSP OS versions can be uploaded to your hardware via this
dialog.
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Connection SettingsConnection Settings
Connection Settings
Connection SettingsConnection Settings
MIDI Device (In / Out):MIDI Device (In / Out):
MIDI Device (In / Out): Use this window to select the MIDI Input and Output device
MIDI Device (In / Out):MIDI Device (In / Out):
(and port) used for connecting the computer / laptop to the keyboard.
Channel:Channel:
Channel: By defining the channel you can change the MIDI channel of the selected
Channel:Channel:
MIDI input of the Plug-in Manager.
While using USB as the MIDI In/Out device, set Channel to receive in Omni mode.
Hardware InformationHardware Information
Hardware Information
Hardware InformationHardware Information
In this section you will find details of your Plugiator unit, which you may need when
downloading firmware updates.
HW VHW V
ersion:ersion:
HW V
ersion: Shows the version number of your Plugiator unit.
HW VHW V
ersion:ersion:
Serial Number:Serial Number:
Serial Number: Displays the serial number of your Plugiator unit.
Serial Number:Serial Number:
This serial number is required while registering online to receive your free copy of
the Vocodizer and to purchase additional plug-ins.
RR
efresh:efresh:
R
efresh: Click on this button to update the information found on the unit, which is
RR
efresh:efresh:
useful for checking the above MIDI device setting.
Slot Locations/Plug-inSlot Locations/Plug-in
Slot Locations/Plug-in
Slot Locations/Plug-inSlot Locations/Plug-in
This table gives you an overview of which devices are currently installed in your
Plugiator unit.
Firmware UpdatesFirmware Updates
Firmware Updates
Firmware UpdatesFirmware Updates
Browse: Browse:
Browse: Click on the 'Browse...' button to point the software to the plug-in file (with
Browse: Browse:
extension .pil) which you are about to install.
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K
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following section of this manual).
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W
rite: Click on the 'Write' button to upload the plug-in to the Plugiator.
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Making Firmware UpdatesMaking Firmware Updates
Making Firmware Updates
Making Firmware UpdatesMaking Firmware Updates
Two kinds of updates are possible with the Plugiator:
1.1.
DSP - Operating System updatesDSP - Operating System updates
1.
DSP - Operating System updates
1.1.
DSP - Operating System updatesDSP - Operating System updates
You can download OS (Operating System) software updates for your Plugiator when
they become available.
To update the DSP OS:
1.Click & select "UPDATE DSP OS"
2.Browse for the OS file
3.Click on write (No key is required)
Note: Note:
Note: You must restart your Plugiator after the download process is complete.
Note: Note:
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2.2.
Plug-in Update - Installing a new Plug-inPlug-in Update - Installing a new Plug-in
2.
Plug-in Update - Installing a new Plug-in
2.2.
Plug-in Update - Installing a new Plug-inPlug-in Update - Installing a new Plug-in
Installing a new or updated plug-in requires the key which was provided when
purchasing the plug-in. To update a plug-in:
1.Click & select "Install Plugin"
2.Select the Slot into which you will install the plug-in. We recommend you use
the slot of the same name so that the plug-in slot will correspond to the labels
on your Plugiator box.
3.Browse for the plug-in file which has the file exension
for “Plug-In Loader”)
4.Enter the Activation Key which you have received with your plugin.
Note:Note:
Note: If you wish to install an update for Minimax, LightWave or the B4000, the keys
Note:Note:
you have to enter at this point are as follows:
MinimaxMinimax
Minimax
MinimaxMinimax
B4000B4000
B4000
B4000B4000
LightWLightW
aveave
LightW
ave
LightWLightW
aveave
5.Click on “Write”.
Before the write process starts, a dialog box will prompt you to select the components
you wish to install.
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THHA8X2F6RF5
THHA8X2F6RF5THHA8X2F6RF5
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R5H25X7G8DC6
R5H25X7G8DC6R5H25X7G8DC6
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This dialog lets you decide which components of the plug-in you wish to install:
When you install a plug-in for the first time,When you install a plug-in for the first time,
When you install a plug-in for the first time, make sure all four options are selected
When you install a plug-in for the first time,When you install a plug-in for the first time,
- otherwise the installation would not be complete and you could not use the plug-in.
When you install an updated version of a plug-in which is already installed onWhen you install an updated version of a plug-in which is already installed on
When you install an updated version of a plug-in which is already installed on
When you install an updated version of a plug-in which is already installed onWhen you install an updated version of a plug-in which is already installed on
your machine, or you wish to install the same plug-in into another slot to gainyour machine, or you wish to install the same plug-in into another slot to gain
your machine, or you wish to install the same plug-in into another slot to gain
your machine, or you wish to install the same plug-in into another slot to gainyour machine, or you wish to install the same plug-in into another slot to gain
space for 100 more presets on the Plugiator boxspace for 100 more presets on the Plugiator box
space for 100 more presets on the Plugiator box, then you may want to disable one
space for 100 more presets on the Plugiator boxspace for 100 more presets on the Plugiator box
of the following items to keep (and not overwrite) previous versions:
1.1.
Plug-in GUI:Plug-in GUI:
1.
Plug-in GUI:
1.1.
Plug-in GUI:Plug-in GUI:
Select this option to update/install The GUI for the Plug-in Manager of the plug-in
you are about to update / install.
2.2.
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actory Pactory P
actory P
actory Pactory P
resets:resets:
resets:
resets:resets:
2.
F
2.2.
FF
Includes the Preset File that contains the Factory Presets for the plug-in you are
about to update / Install.
Note: Note:
Note: Deselect this option if you want to keep the defalt preset file of a previous
Note: Note:
installation. Note that with new versions of a plug-in, preset files may become
incompatible and your previous preset file may not work perfectly well with your
updated plugin firmware.
3.3.
DSP Loader:DSP Loader:
3.
DSP Loader:
3.3.
DSP Loader:DSP Loader:
Contains the plug-in firmware and 100 presets that will be installed onto your
Plugiator Hardware.
Note: Note:
Note: If you wish to install the Plug-In Manager on a second machine may want to
Note: Note:
deselect this option in case you wish not to overwrite your existing sound bank and
plug-in firmware on the Plugiator.
4.4.
Plug-in Help File:Plug-in Help File:
4.
Plug-in Help File:
4.4.
Plug-in Help File:Plug-in Help File:
Includes the HTML help file found in the Help Menu.
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Note: Note:
Note: Please restart your Plugiator (power off, wait three seconds, then power on)
Note: Note:
after the download process is complete.
Note: Note:
Note: In the rare event that the write process aborts with an errror, you may try to
Note: Note:
repeat the process until the plug-in has been successfully written to the box. Such
event indicates that there is a problem with a specific USB port or the chipset of your
computer. In case writing does not succeed even after multiple attempts, please resort
to writing the plug-in from another computer.
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Online MenuOnline Menu
Online Menu
Online MenuOnline Menu
Browse Online SoundsBrowse Online Sounds
Browse Online Sounds
Browse Online SoundsBrowse Online Sounds
Opens the Online Sound panel on the right side if activated in Online Settings.
Shop for new Plug-insShop for new Plug-ins
Shop for new Plug-ins
Shop for new Plug-insShop for new Plug-ins
Opens the Online shop for the browsing the latest plug-ins and to register your
product.
Help MenuHelp Menu
Help Menu
Help MenuHelp Menu
Plug-in Manager HelpPlug-in Manager Help
Plug-in Manager Help
Plug-in Manager HelpPlug-in Manager Help
Opens the Plug-in Manager HTML Help Page.
<Synth Name> Help<Synth Name> Help
<Synth Name> Help
<Synth Name> Help<Synth Name> Help
Opens the HTML Help Page for the currently loaded Plug-in.
AboutAbout
About
AboutAbout
About the Plug-in Manager version.
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Using the PlugiatorUsing the Plugiator
Using the Plugiator
Using the PlugiatorUsing the Plugiator
Slot ConfigurationSlot Configuration
Slot Configuration
Slot ConfigurationSlot Configuration
In this section you can see the currently loaded plug-in. To choose a different plug-in
click on the arrow and select from the options available in the pull-down menu.
Note: Note:
Note: The number of plug-ins being displayed in the pull-down menu is dependent on
Note: Note:
the number of plug-ins you have installed. Please visit www.use-audio.com/options
for more information about optional plug-ins available for your Plugiator.
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Local ON/OFFLocal ON/OFF
Local ON/OFF
Local ON/OFFLocal ON/OFF
This option will switch Local ON or OFF.
LL
OCAL ON:OCAL ON:
L
OCAL ON:
LL
OCAL ON:OCAL ON:
When local is ON, MIDI messages from the MIDI input and the Plugiator control
panel will be sent to the Plugiator's internal sound engine.
Use Local ON while using the Plugiator in standalone mode.
LL
OCAL OFFOCAL OFF
L
OCAL OFF
LL
OCAL OFFOCAL OFF
::
:
::
When local is OFF MIDI messages from the MIDI input will not be sent directly to the
Plugiator's internal engine, however will be forwarded to USB.
The Plugiator will then be triggered only by external MIDI signals received over USB.
When using the Plug-in Manager along with a MIDI sequencing software use LOCAL
OFF. Please refer to „Simultaneously using the Plug-in Manager & a MIDI Sequencing
application for Recording and Playback"
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Activity MonitorActivity Monitor
Activity Monitor
Activity MonitorActivity Monitor
The Activity Monitor displays MIDI activity from both the software (Plug-in Manager)
& the Plugiator.
When the Active Monitor LED shows
Plug-in Manager software to the Output Driver (Plugiator or sequencing application)
When the Active Monitor LED shows
MIDI input driver (Plugiator or sequencing application)
GreenGreen
Green it is
GreenGreen
R R
eded
R
ed it is
R R
eded
sendingsending
sending MIDI information from the
sendingsending
receiving receiving
receiving MIDI information from the
receiving receiving
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PP
resetsresets
P
resets
PP
resetsresets
In this section you can see the loaded preset files and banks for the currently active
plug-in.
The library has been structured in the following manner:
- Plug-in (one of the 8 plug-ins available on the Plugiator box)
- Preset File (contains one or more Banks)
- Bank (contains Presets 1 till 100)
- Preset (contains settings for the Preset)
PP
reset File - Context Menureset File - Context Menu
P
reset File - Context Menu
PP
reset File - Context Menureset File - Context Menu
Right-click on the Preset File icon to open the contect menu:
Create PCreate P
reset Filereset File
Create P
reset File
Create PCreate P
reset Filereset File
Creates a new empty preset file with an empty default Bank.
Load PLoad P
reset Filereset File
Load P
reset File
Load PLoad P
reset Filereset File
Opens the file dialog for browsing a preset file on your hard disk.
Create BankCreate Bank
Create Bank
Create BankCreate Bank
Creates a new preset Bank in the selected preset file.
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SaveSave
Save
SaveSave
For saving the preset file.
Save as ...Save as ...
Save as ...
Save as ...Save as ...
For saving a copy of the preset file with new name.
Close FileClose File
Close File
Close FileClose File
For closing the selected preset file.
Bank - Context MenuBank - Context Menu
Bank - Context Menu
Bank - Context MenuBank - Context Menu
Right-click on the Bank icon to open the contect menu:
RR
ename Bankename Bank
R
ename Bank
RR
ename Bankename Bank
Opens a dialogue in which you can rename the selected Bank.
Delete BankDelete Bank
Delete Bank
Delete BankDelete Bank
Deletes the selected Bank directly.
RR
ead Bank from Hardwareead Bank from Hardware
R
ead Bank from Hardware
RR
ead Bank from Hardwareead Bank from Hardware
Reads the Bank, that is saved on your Plugiator's internal memory.
WW
rite Bank to Hardwarerite Bank to Hardware
W
rite Bank to Hardware
WW
rite Bank to Hardwarerite Bank to Hardware
Writes the selected Bank to your Plugiator's internal memory.
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MIDI KMIDI K
MIDI K
MIDI KMIDI K
OctaveOctave
Octave
OctaveOctave
All Notes OffAll Notes Off
All Notes Off
All Notes OffAll Notes Off
Hide/ShowHide/Show
Hide/Show
Hide/ShowHide/Show
eyboardeyboard
eyboard
eyboardeyboard
The Plug-In Manager Software's built-in MIDI keyboard enables you to quickly check
sounds without using an external keyboard or sequencer software - you can play
notes with the computer's mouse or your computer's alphabetical keyboard.
Sets the range of the MIDI keyboard in octave steps.
Sends an "all notes off" MIDI message to the Plugiator box in order to stop all current
note activities / sound. Stuck notes can easily occur when using the on-screen MIDI
keyboard with your computer's alphabetical keyboard while using the mouse to
operate the software. We purposely let you create such stuck notes as they may be
useful when using the UI to change parameters of a sound.
You can hide or show this dialog by clicking this button.
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MIDI MonitorMIDI Monitor
MIDI Monitor
MIDI MonitorMIDI Monitor
The 'MIDI Monitor' button is located on the lower left of the editor software's display.
Click on it to view a list of incoming and outgoing MIDI messages.
Incoming Incoming
Incoming messages will be displayed in
Incoming Incoming
ClearClear
Clear
ClearClear
Removes all entries from the MIDI monitor's display list.
Hide/ShowHide/Show
Hide/Show
Hide/ShowHide/Show
You can hide or show this dialog by clicking this button.
RED RED
RED and
RED RED
outgoing outgoing
outgoing messages in
outgoing outgoing
GREENGREEN
GREEN.
GREENGREEN
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TT
absabs
T
abs
TT
absabs
These tabs allow the user to switch between Presets stored locally and Presets stored
on the Online Sound Server.
Note: Note:
Note: In order to see and access sounds on the Online Sound Server, your computer
Note: Note:
must be online with the internet. You are also required to register with the server to
obtain access.
PP
reset Managerreset Manager
P
reset Manager
PP
reset Managerreset Manager
This tab contains the preset list of the loaded plug-in. On top of the list you find the
details of the selected preset. Here you can change the preset name and other
information for this preset like Category, Author, Rating and Comment.
Below you can see the listed presets from 1... 100. Each Bank has 100 presets. On the
right of the list you find a scroll bar for scrolling to all presets of the selected Bank.
Presets are created via a context menu. Right-click on any preset and you will have
four options:
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RR
estoreestore
R
estore
RR
estoreestore
Restores the settings that belong to the selected preset. A doubleclick on a preset will
do the same.
OverwriteOverwrite
Overwrite
OverwriteOverwrite
Click or press „Ins" key to overwrite the selected preset with the current settings.
DeleteDelete
Delete
DeleteDelete
Click or press the „Del" key to delete the selected preset. The preset settings will be
erased and the selected preset will be blank.
UploadUpload
Upload
UploadUpload
Uploads the selected preset to Online Sound server. (please refer to "Online Sounds"
Engaging PEngaging P
Engaging P
Engaging PEngaging P
resetsresets
resets
resetsresets
When engaging a preset in the Plug-in Manager, the controller values for that preset
are sent to the Plugiator - however, the preset number on the Plugiator does not
change.
Similarly when engaging a preset via the Plugiator, the controller values are updated
in the Plug-in manager GUI but the preset number does not change. The reason for
that is that the Plug-in Manager can work concurrently with multiple Preset Banks
and any preset from any bank can be engaged onto the Plugiator. Meanwhile the
Plugiator can have just one active Bank (100 Presets).
The currently active Bank on the Plug-in Manager and the Plugiator can only be
synchronized by using the "Read Bank from Hardware" and "Write bank to Hardware" functions.
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Modifying PModifying P
Modifying P
Modifying PModifying P
Engage a preset using the Preset knob on your Plugiator control interface.
Make your parameter modifications (via your Plugiator control interface, Keyboard
controller or Plug-In Manager GUI)
After making your changes press and hold down the Preset Knob for three second to
store/overwrite the Preset into the internal memory of your Plugiator.
To update changes made via the Plugiator into the Plug-In Manager right click on
any Preset Bank and click on „Read Bank from Hardware". Please note that the
Plugiator box does not store any preset names, and presets read from the Plugiator
box will be given a default name which contains the preset number.
Modifying PModifying P
Modifying P
Modifying PModifying P
Engage a preset via the Plug-in Manager.
Make your parameter modifications (via your Plugiator Control interface, Keyboard
Controller or Plug-in Manager GUI)
After making your changes right click on the preset and click on Overwrite.
resets using the Plugiator Control Interfaceresets using the Plugiator Control Interface
resets using the Plugiator Control Interface
resets using the Plugiator Control Interfaceresets using the Plugiator Control Interface
resets using the Plug-In Manager Softwareresets using the Plug-In Manager Software
resets using the Plug-In Manager Software
resets using the Plug-In Manager Softwareresets using the Plug-In Manager Software
To save the modified preset with a different name right click on an empty preset and
click on Overwrite.
To update changes made via the Plug-In Manager to the Plugiator box, right click on
the Bank you wish to update and click on „Write Bank to hardware".
Note: Note:
Note: Please be aware that the „Write Bank to hardware“ function will overwrite any
Note: Note:
presets previously stored for the respective plug-in on the box.
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Online SoundsOnline Sounds
Online Sounds
Online SoundsOnline Sounds
Clicking on the Online Sounds tab will display the login page of the online sound
server. If you are a new user, you will have to fill the User registration form. Next use
your login and password to access the sound server.
You will see a list of presets for the corresponding plug-in selected from the Slot
configuration drop down.
1.Click on a preset to engange and hear it.
2.Click and drag a preset to a folder in your Presets panel in order to save it onto
your computer.
3.To upload a preset onto the server, click on "Upload" after right clicking on a
preset in the preset window view.
Presets are rated with stars in the "Popularity" field based on the total number of
downloads made by Plugiator users within a certain recent period.
Note: Note:
Note: By uploading your sound to the Online Sound Server, you make your sound
Note: Note:
available to the public and you grant other users as well as Use Audio Inc. the right to
use, copy and distribute your sound without limitations.
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Plug-In
Manager
IN
Sequencer
MIDI FLOW
OUTINOUT
Loop
Back
Driver
USB Midi Driver
USB
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ecording & MIDIecording & MIDI
R
ecording & MIDI
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ecording & MIDIecording & MIDI
Simultaneously using the Plug-in Manager and a MIDI SequencingSimultaneously using the Plug-in Manager and a MIDI Sequencing
Simultaneously using the Plug-in Manager and a MIDI Sequencing
Simultaneously using the Plug-in Manager and a MIDI SequencingSimultaneously using the Plug-in Manager and a MIDI Sequencing
Application for RApplication for R
Application for R
Application for RApplication for R
For users who wish to use the Plugiator along with the Plug-in Manager and a
Sequencing application its important to read through the following chapter.
Since both the Plug-in Manager and the MIDI Sequencing application (eg: Cubase)
can not use the same driver (USB MIDI) to communicate with the Plugiator, a so
called „Loop Back Driver“ must be used in order to use the Plugiator with both
applications at the same time.
ecording and Playbackecording and Playback
ecording and Playback
ecording and Playbackecording and Playback
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Several third party virtual „MIDI Loop Back“ drivers are available as freeware on the
internet. One such application is LoopBe1™ available for download on
www.nerds.de/en/loopbe1.html
After installing your internal MIDI Looping software make sure that it is loaded. In
the case of LoopBe1 you would see the icon in the status bar.
Now use the following setup:
1.Launch the Plug-in Manager.
2.Click on LOCAL OFF in order to allow the Plugiator sounds to be triggered only
via USB.
3.Go to Plugiator Configuration and select MIDI IN as USB Audio Device & MIDI
OUT as LoopBe1 (refer to the image on the following page)
4.Open your sequencing application (e.g. Cubase) and create a MIDI track.
5.For MIDI IN use LoopBe1 & for MIDI OUT USB Audio Device.
This enables MIDI signals received via USB from the Plugiator to be routed to the
Plug-in Manager and then to the sequencing application.
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The Plugiator Plug-in Manager will now use the LoopBe1 driver to send MIDI
information to the Sequencing application (Cubase).
Your Sequencing application will be connected to the Plugiator Board. via the USB
Audio driver. (refer to the image below)
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Note: Note:
Note: Be sure that you have loaded the Plugiator Plug-in Manager before starting
Note: Note:
your sequencing application. If you have more than one USB Audio Device connected
to your system, you will have to make the correct selection from the pull-down menu
for the Plugiator within your sequencing application.
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Some MIDI sequencing applications have System Exclusive messages filtered by
default. You will require to unselect System Exclusive messages from the filter so that
MIDI messages can pass via Cubase towards the Plugiator.
For example within Cubase, go to File -> Preferences and click on MIDI Filter. Make
sure that Sysex is not ticked.
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Specifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
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Synthesis TSynthesis T
Synthesis T
Synthesis TSynthesis T
Sampling RSampling R
Sampling R
Sampling RSampling R
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Control Connections
Control ConnectionsControl Connections
InputInput
Input
InputInput
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Virtual Circuit Modelling, Physical Modelling
ate and Bit Rate and Bit R
ate and Bit R
ate and Bit Rate and Bit R
44.1 kHz (internal over-sampling of upto 176khz)
internal digital audio path 32 bit
Minimax10 voices
B400091 voices (full)
Lightwave12 voices
Vocodizer6 voices
Prodyssey10 voices
Pro-1212 voices
othersto be announced
MIDI In, MIDI Through, USB Full Speed USB rev 1.1
Mic Input 1 x 1/4 inch (6,3mm) mono TRS connector
esolutionesolution
esolution
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OutputsOutputs
Outputs
OutputsOutputs
Analog Line Output 2 x 1/4 inch (6,3mm) mono TS connectors
Headphone Output 1 x 1/4 inch (6,3mm) stereo TRS connector
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110/240V to 9V DC, min. 500mA, center pin of plug is „+“
Dimensions / SizeDimensions / Size
Dimensions / Size
Dimensions / SizeDimensions / Size
approx. 306mm x 166mm x 43mm
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requently Ask
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1.1.
How do I install more plug-ins?How do I install more plug-ins?
1.
How do I install more plug-ins?
1.1.
How do I install more plug-ins?How do I install more plug-ins?
After purchasing an additional plug-in for your Plugiator you will download a *.PIL file
which you install using the Plug-in Manager Software via the „Options/Configure Plugiator“
dialog. To allow installation, you will be supplied with an Activation Key which is specific to
your personal Plugiator box.
Attention! Attention!
Attention! While installing the *.PIL file on additional computers please ensure that you
Attention! Attention!
deselect „DSP Loader" in the „Plug-in Installation Options" to avoid overwriting presets already
stored on your Plugiator unit.
2.2.
What's included in that Plug-in Loader (*.PIL file) I have downloaded?What's included in that Plug-in Loader (*.PIL file) I have downloaded?
2.
What's included in that Plug-in Loader (*.PIL file) I have downloaded?
2.2.
What's included in that Plug-in Loader (*.PIL file) I have downloaded?What's included in that Plug-in Loader (*.PIL file) I have downloaded?
The .PIL file contains the GUI, the factory presets, the online help files and the actual DSP
Loader. When installing a PIL file, you will be prompted by the Plug-in Manager Software to
confirm the components you would like to install.
3.3.
The Activation KThe Activation K
3.
The Activation K
3.3.
The Activation KThe Activation K
Each purchased plug-in is usable on a single Plugiator unit. The Key you have received for
your newly purchased Plug-in is hardware specific. Make sure that you are using the activation
key that was specificly provided for your Plugiator unit.
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LightWave: T3XHHHFCD92K
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Why does the Plugiator tak
Why does the Plugiator takWhy does the Plugiator tak
While some sample based keyboards just need to set another pointer to switch a sound (and
thereby switch sounds within a split second), the Plugiator has to load a new software program onto the DSP. It therefore may take 1-3 seconds to engage a new plug-in on your
Plugiator hardware. Keep in mind that the Plugiator does not rely on playback of sampled
sounds but emulates real synthesizers via software technology.
How do I backHow do I back
How do I back
How do I backHow do I back
By default, new Preset files are stored in the [Local Drive]\Program Files\Plug-in
Manager\chrome\devices\[plug-in name]\presets. Please ensure that you have backed up
this directory before un-installing or deleting your Plug-in Manager Software installation.
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reset Files on multiple computers?reset Files on multiple computers?
reset Files on multiple computers?
reset Files on multiple computers?reset Files on multiple computers?
ave plugin?ave plugin?
ave plugin?
ave plugin?ave plugin?
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6.6.
I hear no sound...I hear no sound...
6.
I hear no sound...
6.6.
I hear no sound...I hear no sound...
1.Please ensure that the Master Volume knob/slider is opened.
2.In the Plug-in Manager software, please ensure that Local has been set to ON. Whenever
the Plugiator is powered up, it operates in Local ON mode by default.
3.Check that the MIDI Monitor in the Plug-In Manager Software is showing incoming
MIDI and that the Plugiator is set the MIDI channel you are using (or OMNI). If not,
please check your MIDI keyboard with other MIDI equipment. You may also want to try
an alternate MIDI cable, these things may break as you know.
4.If you have just finished updating the DSP OS of your Plugiator, please ensure that
you have re-started the unit.
5.Please check the cabling of your audio outputs, your mixer and monitors.
7.7.
What are PWhat are P
7.
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7.7.
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For the convenience of file sharing of presets for the Plugiator, we have implemented a
structure for preset saving which is as follows:
- Plug-in (one of the 8 plug-ins available on the Plugiator)
reset Files, Preset Files, P
reset Files, P
reset Files, Preset Files, P
- Preset File (contains one or more Bank files)
reset banks & Preset banks & P
reset banks & P
reset banks & Preset banks & P
- Bank file (contains one or more Plug-in Presets)
- Preset (contains settings for the Preset)
resets?resets?
resets?
resets?resets?
8.8.
Can I change Plug-ins and PCan I change Plug-ins and P
8.
Can I change Plug-ins and P
8.8.
Can I change Plug-ins and PCan I change Plug-ins and P
The Plugiator uses a Program Change message to load a certain synth or a certain preset.
Therefore you can easily „record“ and „play back“ the commands to switch sounds of the
Plugiator. Use Program Change numbers 101-108 to load synths and Program Changes
from 1-100 to change presets of the selected plug-in.
9.9.
Why canWhy can
9.
9.9.
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VST Plug-Ins utilize your computer’s main processor to generate their sounds, and they rely
on a very specific software environment under Microsoft Windows. It would be very expensive
to put such an environment into a table top synth. In contrast, Plugiator utilizes a special
DSP processor which was designed for audio processing. Such DSPs are very powerful and
affordable, but they have a different command set than your Intel/AMD computer so that
VST code will not run on DSPs and vice versa. However, today’s floating point DSPs have
significant advantages over host processors - they provide facilities which help maintaining a
fantastic sound quality.
resets from within my MIDI Sequencer?resets from within my MIDI Sequencer?
resets from within my MIDI Sequencer?
resets from within my MIDI Sequencer?resets from within my MIDI Sequencer?
XYZXYZ
“ VST Plug-In with my Plugiator?“ VST Plug-In with my Plugiator?
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XYZXYZ
“ VST Plug-In with my Plugiator?“ VST Plug-In with my Plugiator?
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Minimax MIDI Implementation TMinimax MIDI Implementation T
Minimax MIDI Implementation T
Minimax MIDI Implementation TMinimax MIDI Implementation T
Use Audio Inc. warrants that the product is in material conformance with the
requirements for reasonable enjoyment and operation of a sound synthesizer.
However, Use Audio does not warrant the fitness of the product for any specific
application and the warranted functionality is limited to features described in this
edition of the User Manual. Although the product has been extensively tested with a
wide range of computer music products, Use Audio Inc. can not warrant that the
product is fully compatible and operational with every 3rd party MIDI device, computer
MIDI interface or computer or software configuration.
The limited hardware warranty for this product expressed herein ends after 24 months
from the time the product was first sold in an unused condition by an authorized
dealer.
If the product is found defective due to material defects within the first six months
after purchase, and such defects are not due to non-compliance with operation
instructions, Use Audio Inc. shall at its sole discretion and evaluation replace or repair
the defective parts or product. Multiple repairs shall be permissible.
Within the time frame of 6 to 24 months after purchase, the customer has to provide
proof, that the claimed malfunction or defective part or component is due to an issue
which already has been present at the time of purchase. If reasonable proof has
been provided in such case, Use Audio Inc. will execute required repair or replacement
at no cost to the customer.
arranty Rarranty R
arranty R
arranty Rarranty R
egulationsegulations
egulations
egulationsegulations
Any deficiencies caused by transportation have to be declared within a 14 days period
after receipt of goods by written notice to your authorized dealer.
All warranty claims have to be made via your local dealer or distributor and have to
contain proof of purchase (supply copy of original invoice) and a detailed description
of the issue. Dealers and Distributors are required to comply with the RMA procedure
which can be obtained from Use Audio Inc. upon request.
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Alterations or modifications to the product which are not explicitly authorized in
writing by Use Audio Inc. will immediately render any warranties null and void.
Gross non-compliance with the operation and safety instructions may also impede
your rights to warranty.
EMI / EMC ComplianceEMI / EMC Compliance
EMI / EMC Compliance
EMI / EMC ComplianceEMI / EMC Compliance
This product is herewith certified to conform to the requirements set forth in the
guidelines for electromagnetic acceptability (89/336/EWG) and Class B devices in
part 15 of the applicable FCC regulations.
Use Audio Inc
3705 BOA Tower Suite 289
12 Harcourt Road
Central, Hong Kong
Tel: +852 3589 3075
Fax: +852 2115 9818
Email: info@use-audio.com
OriginOrigin
Origin
OriginOrigin
This product was manufactured in China and was designed in Germany and India
with further contributions from UK, France, Italy, Israel and the USA.
On a side note, we are very proud of our truly global team - people across Christian,
Islamic, Hindu, Sikh, Jewish and Buddhist backgrounds have been working together
on the Plugiator product as friends. We thank everyone involved for their help to
make this product become reality!
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NotesNotes
Notes
NotesNotes
You may want to take note of your Hardware Serial Number as well as further
individual Activation Keys here, for later reference:
My Hardware Serial NumberMy Hardware Serial Number
My Hardware Serial Number
My Hardware Serial NumberMy Hardware Serial Number
___________________________________
My Activation KMy Activation K
My Activation K
My Activation KMy Activation K
MinimaxTHHA8X2F6RF5
B4000R5H25X7G8DC6
LightWaveT3XHHHFCD92K
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Prodyssesy__________________
Pro-12__________________
Fmagia__________________
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