FAMC Mini User manual

Table of Contents

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Welcome.................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
From Liquid Foot Pro to the + Series, what is new?.................................................................................................. 5
Summary of Recommendations ...................................................................................................................................... 6
Feature Summary................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Operating Guidelines .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Which CABLES Should Be Used? ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Expression Pedal Ports 1-4...............................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Expansion Jack A & B..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
MIDI IN ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
MIDI OUT (MIDI IN and Power) ....................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Care and Cleaning.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Maintenance............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Installing Add-On Modules ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Product Support....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
The Basics of MIDI............................................................................................................................................................. 11
What is MIDI? .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
MIDI Channels........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Putting it together ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Command: PROGRAM CHANGE (PC)............................................................................................................................................................................................12
Command: CONTINOUS CONTROLLERS (CC)...........................................................................................................................................................................13
Special Commands During Power Up......................................................................................................................... 15
The Basics of Setting Up and Programming the LF+ ............................................................................................. 16
Where Do You Start? ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
The User Interface............................................................................................................................................................. 18
Buttons......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Special Key Combinations.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Other Button Descriptions: ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
The MENU User Interface .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
The Main Menu Order: .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
EDITING NAMES ................................................................................................................................................................. 22
PROGRAMMING COMMANDS......................................................................................................................................... 22
The Structure of Programming Commands...............................................................................................................................................................................23

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Command Types....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................24
MIDI Commands....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................29
Programming Examples.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Programming a Guitar Tuner Display (with user selecting the CC#)....................................................................................................................... 30
Clever Page Flipping Made Easy................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
SELECTING COLORS .......................................................................................................................................................... 33
TIPS AND TRICKS............................................................................................................................................................... 34
Copying Items from one location to another........................................................................................................................................................................ 34
Saving IA State changes made to an active preset ............................................................................................................................................................ 34
Preset Parameters ............................................................................................................................................................ 35
Below is a list of the Parameters associated with an individual Preset: ................................................................................................................. 35
Song Parameters................................................................................................................................................................ 37
Below is a list of the Parameters associated with an individual Song: .................................................................................................................... 37
Set-List Parameters .......................................................................................................................................................... 37
Below is a list of the Parameters associated with an individual Set-List:............................................................................................................... 37
IA-Slot Parameters............................................................................................................................................................ 38
Below is a list of the Parameters associated with an individual IA-Slots: .............................................................................................................. 38
Page Parameters................................................................................................................................................................ 38
Below is a list of the Parameters associated with an individual Page: .................................................................................................................... 38
Global Settings Parameters ........................................................................................................................................... 40
Below is a list of the Parameters associated with the global settings:..................................................................................................................... 40
MODE Menu......................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Enter Mode menu .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
Page ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Preset....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Song ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Set List .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Preset Menu ........................................................................................................................................................................ 45
Selecting a Preset .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Copy/Paste............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 45
Editing the Preset.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46
Song Menu............................................................................................................................................................................ 51

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Selecting a Song ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Copy/Paste............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 51
Editing the Song................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
Set-List Menu ...................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Selecting a Set-List............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 55
Copy/Paste............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 55
Editing the Set-list............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 56
Pages Menu.......................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Selecting a Page ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 59
Copy/Paste............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 60
Editing the Page................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Defining Button Functions ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 62
Function Types.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Example Definitions:........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 64
SAMPLE PAGE LAYOUTS ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................68
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IA Slot Menu ........................................................................................................................................................................ 70
Selecting a IA Slot.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 70
Copy/Paste............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 71
Editing the IA Slot Parameters.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Global Menu ........................................................................................................................................................................ 79
EXPRESSION PEDAL PROGRAMMING ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Utility Menu......................................................................................................................................................................... 90
FIRMWARE LOADING...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 90
EXTERNAL AUTO LOAD.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 91
MEMORY BACKUP / SNAPSHOTS.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 92
Erasing the Memory......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 92
Sysex Menu .......................................................................................................................................................................... 94
Selecting a Sysex ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 94
Copy/Paste............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 95
Editing the Sysex Parameters...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 95
MIDI Implementation ...................................................................................................................................................... 97

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Welcome
Welcome and thank you for your purchase of a Liquid Foot+ Series MIDI controller. We hope you enjoy the product and have
many years of great use from it.
Like other Liquid Products, the Liquid Foot+ Series controller was designed to be flexible and full featured. As time goes on,
additional features and functions will be added. You can expect to receive these benefits for free in the form of firmware
updates that you can downloaded from the web-site, and install in seconds.
Please check the download section of our web-site www.FAMCmusic.com for the latest firmware, user guide and other
supporting information and utilities as they become available.
Thank you for your support and enjoy your Liquid Foot+ Series MIDI Controller.
This Quick Start Guide will give you the basics of using the controller.
NOTE: While this guide will show prompts and discuss buttons and the meaning of prompts on the 12+, it should be assumed
that the LED version (LF+ 12) acts in the same exact way. In fact, we attempted to have both devices act as if they were the
same device. They are interchangeable in user options, programming and expansion possibilities. Recently we have extended
the interoperability and as of v1.10 of firmware, all LF+ Series controllers can share programming files. This means you can
program your rig for one device, and simple copy the programming via the editor to any other LF+ device and it will function
immediately.
From Liquid Foot Pro to the + Series, what is new?
The + series of controllers take all of the great features of the PRO line, and add a few major concepts, and several new
hardware features. The + series introduces the concept of PAGES. There are 50 pages available in the controller. These pages
can be switched at any time, via menu commands, an assigned button command, or via MIDI programming.
Each page contains setup parameters along with the ability to program up to two functions for each of sixty (60) physical
switches. While the controller itself will not have sixty switches, it will have access to those switches via MIDI commands, or
the connection of an expander or another LF+ product. Each controller can be assigned to start at any particular physical
button number, allowing for massive flexibility in your layout design.

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While a Page contains the programming for the buttons, the buttons themselves have various parameters as well as
functionality as defined in the active page. A button can be programmed to act like a preset switch, and IA (effect) switch, a
menu command, a page switching function, and more. There are over 20 special commands that can be assigned to a button
slot. Again, two slots exist for each button on a page.
There are many enhancements, added features and tons of flexibility, like the option to control the color of display for ANY and
ALL buttons, and Slots. You define the function, the color and the layout--- or just use any of the pre-built pages to get started
right away.
Summary of Recommendations
PLAY. PLAY. PLAY. Then PLAN. PLAN. PLAN.
Get used to the LF+ controller. Play with commands, features, pages, etc… Modify global settings to get used to the feature rich
customization and flexibility offered. Once you are comfortable- then plan your layout, your functions. Then program. Taking
time to plan your layout on paper will greatly enhance your ability to get up and running quickly.
Users tend to share ideas and help solve user related problems along the way, so participate on the public forum which can be
found by clicking the forum ICON on the home page of the FAMC, Inc. website. (www.FAMCmusic.com)

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Feature Summary
•60 ButtonsPages (60)
•2 functionsButtons (60)
•Preset, IA-Slot, Special CommandsFunctions (120)
•Group of up to 60 SongsSet-Lists (128)
•Group of up to 24 PresetsSongs (254)
•20 commands, Many ParametersPresets (384)
•20 ON/OFF commands, MANY parametersIA Slots (180 Switches)
•16 Bytes each, can be linked together
Sysex Messages (254)
•up to 60 per MasterPhysical Buttons
•6 controllers, 15 add-on modulesDevices on Network

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Button #2
Button #1
Operating Guidelines
Which CABLES Should Be Used?
Expression Pedal Ports 1-4
Your controller comes with four (4) expression pedal ports. Any pedal wired for expressional pedal usage (TRS Stereo
cable). Any standard POT in the range of 5k –25k should work fine. Proper wiring will have the wiper (center of POT)
connected to TIP of TRS plug. The Sleeve will be on the lower (heel position) and the ring will be in the upper (toe
position).
Wiper(T)
Heel position (lower end of POT)(S)
Toe position (upper end of POT)(R)
[Plug to expression pedal]
If you are using the expression pedal as a button, then you can either use a standard a standard button (connecting Tip
to Sleeve momentarily during the button press). There are many buttons on the market that are fully compatible with
the LF+ port.
You may also set an expression pedal port to process two buttons. Both buttons should be connected to the same plug
and wired together as follows:
1K ohm Resistor 1.8K ohms Resistor
RING(R) Sleeve (S)
SLEEVE (S)
TIP(T) TIP (T)

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Expansion Jack A & B
Your controller comes prepared to integrate expansion models and other peripherals that will be developed. The
expansion modules come with instructions indicating the proper wiring configuration. The expansion system was
designed so that you will be able to daisy chain from one device to another, allowing up to 50 devices to be connected to
each other at one time. Clearly this is overkill, but it’s the Liquid way.
When connecting multiple LF+ controllers together, please use a standard CAT-5 (Ethernet) cable from one unit to the
next. The signals are NOT compatible with any other manufacturers equipment and should not be used in conjunction
with other equipment unless specifically stated by FAMC. These connectors are not compatible with the LF PRO series
of controllers. This new interface developed by FAMC will support all Liquid products from this point forward.
For more detailed information, please see the “Master / Slave” configurations (Working with Expanders)
MIDI IN
The MIDI IN connector should be connected to any device that will be used to control the Liquid Foot. This maybe your
computer, a midi foot controller, or perhaps another Liquid Foot (See Master / Slave section). The Liquid Foot+ will
respond to any valid Sysex messages, any valid master/slave processing and standard midi commands sent to its
assigned midi channel (see global menu section).
Do not use the MIDI cable system for interconnection between multiple LF+ controllers. See the Expansion Jack A & B
section for further information.
MIDI OUT (MIDI IN and Power)
The Midi Out port normally functions as only a midi out connector. Usually data transmitted from this interface will be
from the Liquid Foot itself. In the global menu, you can turn the MIDI THRU ON. When ON, data from the MIDI IN port
will repeat on the MIDI OUT port.
The MIDI OUT connector is designed to be used as a 5 pin, or as a 7 pin interface. It carries standard MIDI OUT, with the
inclusion of MIDI-IN, and Phantom Power (from pins 6/7). DO NOT attempt to power external devices from this
interface. If using phantom power, you must deliver at least 9-12V AC/DC, 800ma per LF+ connected.
When using this port for MIDI-IN data, DO NOT connect another midi device cable to the MIDI IN of the LF as the system
will not process both channels simultaneously.

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Care and Cleaning
Do not use solvents to clean the front or back panel of the unit. A lightly damp (water only) cloth can be used. A soft
cloth is recommended as the Anti-Glare LCD screen(s) will scratch if rubbed with an abrasive material. DO NOT use
liquids around the unit and do not pour water, solvents or any other type of liquid on the unit. Yes, it is a “Liquid” Foot
Controller- but like most electronic devices, it is not tolerant of Liquids! Go figure.
Maintenance
Buttons: Periodically tighten the top nuts holding the 8, 12, or 24 buttons on the top of the unit. Normal use and
excessive wear and tear could loosen these nuts over time. DO NOT UNSCREW THE BUTTONS FROM THE TOP PANEL
FOR ANY REASON. Purposefully loosening the nuts from the buttons could cause damage and will require maintenance
from the inside of the device to tighten.
Installing Add-On Modules
Instructions will be included for the specific add-on module you purchased. NEVER PLUG OR UNPLUG an expansion
module or add-on to expansion port A or B without first removing power from all units. Please follow all other
installation steps as delivered with the add-on unit.
Product Support
I know, we don’t read user guides. In fact, in writing this user guide, it is assumed no one will read this very paragraph.
Kind of like asking if a tree makes noise when it falls and no one is around to hear it!
Should you have questions or issues, please start by referring to this user guide for basic operating information. Also,
check www.FAMCmusic.com for the latest firmware, user guide updates, video tutorials and access to the user forums.
If your questions are still unanswered, feel free to fill out a trouble ticket on the web and we will provide an answer as
soon as possible.