Asparion D400T User manual

Manual
D400
D400T
D400F

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Content
Scope of supply ........................................................................................................................... 2
Term definition............................................................................................................................ 3
Positioning ................................................................................................................................... 4
Connecting................................................................................................................................... 5
Connect elements....................................................................................................................... 6
Installation.................................................................................................................................... 7
Asparion Configurator ............................................................................................................... 9
Recommended system requirements................................................................................. 9
OS X .......................................................................................................................................... 9
Windows ................................................................................................................................ 10
Use and possible settings.................................................................................................... 10
Extensions................................................................................................................................... 11
Activate extensions on device ........................................................................................... 11
Activate extensions in DAW program.............................................................................. 11
Arrange extensions .............................................................................................................. 12
Preset........................................................................................................................................... 13
Choose preset ....................................................................................................................... 13
Add preset ............................................................................................................................. 13
Double click ............................................................................................................................... 14
EQ................................................................................................................................................. 15
LED rings..................................................................................................................................... 16
Vol/Pan................................................................................................................................... 16
North/South.......................................................................................................................... 16
Compatibility ............................................................................................................................. 17
DAW program ...................................................................................................................... 17
Operating system ................................................................................................................. 17
USB connection .................................................................................................................... 17
Expression pedals ................................................................................................................. 18
Miscellanious ............................................................................................................................. 19
Other questions .................................................................................................................... 19
Safety instructioins ................................................................................................................... 20

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Scope of supply
The following parts are included in the scope of supply respectively:
D400T
D400T
USB connection cable
Quickstart guide
D400F
D400F
Extension link cable
Power supply
Power cable
3 connection screws
Quickstart guide
Accessories
USB drive with manual
Long Extension Cable (1 Meter / 3 feet)

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Term definition
DAW
Digital Audio Workstation (DAW, DAW program) describes the software that can be
controlled with the D400. In most cases this is software for music production but the
term is also used here for other similar software like for video or lighting.
MIDI
Musical Instrument Digital Interface is the interface by which the D400
communicates. Besides the MIDI cables which were widely spread in the past, MIDI
commands can also be transmitted over USB like the D400 does. In your DAW
program the D400 appears as a normal MIDI device.

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Positioning
Please note the following hints:
To allow best functionality you should place the device on a planar surface.
With the optional long extensions link cable, it is for example possible to
place one part of the device on the left and the other part on the right side of
your keyboard. If you do not want that you can screw the elements together
with the 3 included screws.

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Connecting
1. First, connect the elements with the extension link cable as shown below. The
order in which you connect the elements or which extension connectors you
use does not matter.
2. Afterwards, connect the power supply to the device and plug it in a socket.
3. Finally, connect the USB cable with your computer.
Attention! The connectors for the extensions are no USB connectors. You must never
plug in another device there or connect the extension link cable to your computer.

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Connect elements
With the 3 included screws you can connect the single elements. The order in which
you connect the elements is up to you. There is no need to screw the elements
together if you do not wish to.
The required screw driver is a PH0 cross slot. The screws should be tightened only
slightly.
Attention! You should not put the screws in until all elements are on the same
surface. As soon as all elements are connected you must not lift them anymore
because there is a risk that the elements break apart.

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Installation
Windows
As soon as you plug your device in your Windows computer for the first time, the
following dialog will appear:
Please wait for a few minutes until the dialog closes by itself.
Now your device is ready for use.

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OS X
You can use your device a few seconds after plugging it in. To check if everything is
connected correctly, follow these steps:
1. Go to Applications -> Utilities -> Audio MIDI Setup
2. In the menu bar click Window -> MIDI Studio
Common
How you use this device in every single DAW program is described in the respective
manual which you can find in the same spot as this one.
After plugging in the device you have to restart your DAW program.

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Asparion Configurator
This program is not necessarily required. With it you can change various options on
the device or add support for programs that are not available ex works.
Recommended system requirements
Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10 or higher with .Net Framework 4.5.1
or OS X 10.11 or higher
100MB free disk space
Intel i3 with 4GB RAM
OS X
Installation
Double click on the installation file “Asparion Configurator Installation.dmg” and
then on the newly generated folder “Asparion Configurator Installation”. In the
following window drag the app icon to your programs folder.
Pay attention to the license agreement in the program folder.
If you see a security warning which doesn’t allow you to install or open the app, go to
System Preferences->Security & Privacy and select Anywhere temporarily
Uninstallation
To remove this program from your Mac, go to “Applications” and drag the app to the
trash.