eaReckon EARebound User manual

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USER MANUAL
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Table of contents
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Credits ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................. 7
System requirements............................................................................................................................................... 8
Installation ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
Demo version...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Full version.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
How to authorize the software by using codes ............................................................................................... 9
How to authorize the software by using a Key File ....................................................................................... 10
Quick Overview ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Top Panel .............................................................................................................................................................. 13
Bottom Panel......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Main View.............................................................................................................................................................. 15
A. Global Settings......................................................................................................................................... 15
B. Individual Settings .................................................................................................................................... 18
1. Saturation............................................................................................................................................. 19
2. Filters ................................................................................................................................................... 19
3. Modulation ........................................................................................................................................... 20
4. Level .................................................................................................................................................... 21
5. Position ................................................................................................................................................ 21
6. Delay Time........................................................................................................................................... 22
Alternative views.................................................................................................................................................... 23
A. Time Line.................................................................................................................................................. 23
B. Mix View................................................................................................................................................... 24
MIDI Control .......................................................................................................................................................... 25
MIDI Learn ........................................................................................................................................................ 25
MIDI Note / CC.................................................................................................................................................. 26
Saving MIDI settings ......................................................................................................................................... 26
Appendix: End User License Agreement (EULA).................................................................................................. 27

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of Philippe DECUYPER (eaReckon).
Some screenshots in this manual may show the interface of 3rd party products that are not
delivered with this eaReckon product.
In addition, screenshots included in this manual may differ from the actual product.
THE SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS FURNISHED UNDER A LICENSE
AGREEMENT OR NONDISCLOSURE AGREEMENT. THE SOFTWARE MAY BE USED OR COPIED
ONLY IN ACCORDANCE OF THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT.
PHILIPPE DECUYPER (EARECKON) MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARDS TO
THIS MATERIAL, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
PHILIPPE DECUYPER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE FURNISHING,
PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL.
eaReckon and the eaReckon logo are trademarks of Philippe DECUYPER.
VST is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
Apple, Mac, Mac OS and Audio Unit are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.
This manual is copyrighted © 2013 Philippe DECUYPER (eaReckon).
No part of this document may be transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical,
including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the express written permission of
Philippe DECUYPER.

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Credits
Conception, Development & Artwork Philippe DECUYPER
English manual correction and proofreading John Braner [http://www.soundclick.com/johnbraner]
BETATESTERS
Far more than just a dream team of bug hunters... THANK YOU SO MUCH !
Kevin AFFLACK, John BRANER, Jörg HARKENER, Brad HOLLAND, Joris HOLTACKERS,
Dax LINIERE, Theodore MANDYLAS, Jerry MATEO, Dave MODISETTE, Dieter POLLATSCHEK,
Marco SPIES.
ADDITIONAL THANKS
Marie MASSON and Lucas DECUYPER for their support and patience.
The TOONTRACK team
Special thanks to Mattias EKLUND, Rogue MARECHAL,Erik PHERSSON and Andreas SUNDGREN.
Dax Liniere (Puzzle Factory) for his suggestions and expertise on some critical parts of this product.
THIRD PARTY TECHNOLOGY
-VST Plug-In Technology by Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
-Audio Unit version implemented using Symbiosis version 1.2
Copyright (c) 2010 - NuEdge Development / Magnus Lidström. All rights reserved.
Symbiosis is released under the "New Simplified BSD License".
-XML processing implemented using the pugixml library (http://pugixml.org).
Copyright (c) 2006-2012 - Arseny Kapoulkine.
pugixml is distributed under the MIT license.

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Introduction
First of all, thank you for your interest in EARebound!
This plug-in has been originally thought to meet a specific need: quickly create rhythm lines from percussive
sounds recorded in various environments (natural, urban, industrial...).
Recording these sounds, processing them through (carefully selected) effects in order to obtain multiple versions
of them, loading and mapping them in a sampler, placing them in space, … takes a considerable amount of time
and can be an obstacle to spontaneous creativity. In addition, even if we are satisfied with the results after hours
of hard work, this rhythmic grail cannot be easily modified as we would like during live situations.
The idea behind EARebound was to create an effect featuring 15 delay lines and a workflow similar to the one
provided by a good old drum machine. This tool had to offer 16 commutable and synchronized “steps”, with each
of them being independently shaped and placed in space by a series of dedicated effects. A confidential
prototype was then born in 2011, offering 15 delay lines, a saturation module, two filters, a chorus and a
positioning tool. This prototype was enough to create rhythm lines from any kind of recorded sounds within a
couple of minutes. It was already lots of fun and saved time!
Later, this pre-version was subject to some enhancements in order to get something presentable enough to be
sent to the test team...
... and it turned out that not everyone shared my obsession for environmental percussive sounds (which some
would consider as pathological)!
Soon, it became obvious that EARebound had the potential to evolve into a much more universal product. This
evolution took about one year of additional development and test cycles.
Now, EARebound can be used as a 'simple' multi-effects unit, a multi-tap delay, a positioning tool in the context of
surround or stereo mixes and, of course, as a combination of these.
EARebound provides a pretty intuitive way to create rhythm lines from almost any sound material, but it can also
be used to improve or add some complexity to existing loops, sublimate guitar or synth parts and finally, subtly fill
the space with small sonic elements that will enhance your tunes as rare spices on the best dishes.
Whatever your musical preferences, I hope that we will share this same pleasure and inspiration provided by
EARebound.
Philippe DECUYPER

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System requirements
PC:
Operating system : Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7, Windows 8 (32 or 64 bits)
Processor : Intel Core2Duo (minimum)
RAM : 1 Gb (minimum)
Mac:
Operating system : Mac OS X (10.5, 10.6, 10.7 or 10.8)
Processor : Intel Core 2 Duo (minimum)
RAM : 1 Gb (minimum)
EARebound is a 32/64bit VST plug-in for Windows and a 32/64bit VST/Audio Unit plug-in for Mac.
A compatible host is required to load them.
Access to the Internet is required to authorize the software (if EARebound is installed on a computer that does
not provide an access to internet, you can use another computer to get authorization codes).
Installation
EARebound is delivered as multiple setup applications.
Please double-click on the setup file that matches your system. Then you will be guided through the installation
process.
The installation of a plug-in implies the acceptation of the End User License Agreement (EULA).
Demo version
Once installed, demo versions are ready to be used. This manual is related to the full version and some features
described here are not available in the demo version.
Demo and Full version are different binary files. It’s not possible to “transform” the Demo version to the Full
version.
If you want to purchase the full version of EARebound, please go to www.eareckon.com. A link to the full version
setup application will be made available after your purchase is validated.

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Full version
How to authorize the software by using codes
1. Before using an eaReckon plug-in, you need to register and authorize it. To do so please load the plug-
in in your favorite host. The plug-in will display your Hardware ID.
2. Go to www.eareckon.com.
Create and/or log into your user account to register your product and get your Authorization Code
(your Hardware ID is required).
Your customer account (used to purchase products from the online shop) and your user account
(used to register and authorize your products) are different things.
3. Enter your serial number and authorization code in the plug-in.
Use this button to register your product and get your authorization codes.
This button may not be visible if you are not logged into your user account.
1. Enter your serial number (or paste it from the clipboard using the
paste button)
2. Enter or paste the authorization code
(given at www.eareckon.com)

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How to authorize the software by using a Key File
Once your serial number registered in your eaReckon user account and as soon as your personal
information has been (manually) checked by eaReckon, a Key File will be available in your « Products
Registration » page at www.eareckon.com).
This file is an easy way to authorize the software on several computers without having to request a new
authorization code. Validity of this key file is not time limited.
This file does not contain explicit personal data. However, eaReckon will have the possibility to identify
the user who downloaded this “watermarked” file.
You are responsible for making sure this file does not get into illegal circulation.
To authorize the software by using a Key File, please press the « Load Key File » button and select your
Key File (downloaded from your user account at www.eareckon.com).
Thank you for taking the time to install and authorize your product!