ICON iKeyboard 3 mini User manual

User manual
25/37-note velocity-sensitive piano-style keys
USB MIDI controller keyboard

Important Safety Instructions
1. Read this manual thoroughly before using this unit.
2. Keep this manual for future reference.
3. Take notice of and comply with all warnings included in the user's manual or indicated on the
appliance.
4. Follow all instructions included in this manual.
5. Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Avoid having water or other liquids spilled on this
unit.
6. When cleaning the cabinet or other parts of this appliance, use only a dry or slightly damp soft
cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings or interfere with the proper ventilation of this unit. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not use or store near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-
producing appliances.
9. Do not interfere with the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. These are designated for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or otherwise damaged by items placed on or
against them. Particular attention should be given to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where
the cord exits the appliance.
11. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not touch any exposed wiring while the unit is in
operation.
12. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
13. Unplug this unit and all connected electrical equipment during lightning storms or when left
unused a long period of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the appliance has
been damaged in any way or fails to operate normally.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture

Introduction...............................................................................................4
What's in the package? ............................................................................4
Features ...................................................................................................5
Front Panel Layout ...................................................................................6
Rear Panel Layout....................................................................................8
iMapTM Software for Mac OS X .................................................................9
Installing iMapTM Software for Windows .................................................10
Getting Started .......................................................................................12
Cubase (ICON·DRIVER)........................................................................12
Cubase (Mackie Control)........................................................................13
Bitwig (ICON·DRIVER)...........................................................................14
Bitwig (Mackie Control)...........................................................................15
Reason (ICON·DRIVER)........................................................................16
Reason (Mackie Control) .......................................................................17
Nuendo (ICON·DRIVER)........................................................................19
Nuendo (Mackie Control)........................................................................20
Pro Tools ................................................................................................21
Reaper ...................................................................................................22
Samplitude..............................................................................................23
Studio One..............................................................................................25
Logic Pro ...............................................................................................26
Ableton Live ...........................................................................................28
Assigning MIDI functions with iMapTM.....................................................29
iMapTM iKeyboard mini software panel ...................................................29
Firmware upgrade ..................................................................................33
Restore the factory default settings........................................................34
Velocity curve .........................................................................................34
Specications .........................................................................................35
Services..................................................................................................36
Contents

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Introduction
What's in the package?
Thank you for purchasing the ICON iKeyboard 3 mini/iKeyboard 4 mini USB MIDI
controller. We sincerely trust this product will provide years of satisfactory service,
but if anything is not to your complete satisfaction, we will endeavor to make things
right.
In these pages, you'll nd a detailed description of the features of the iKeyboard 3
mini/iKeyboard 4 mini, as well as a guided tour through its front and side panels,
step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specications.
You'll also nd a warranty card enclosed---please don't forget to ll it out and mail
it so that you can receive online technical support at: www.iconproaudio.com. And
so we can send you updated information about these and other ICON products in
the future. As with most electronic devices, we strongly recommend you retain the
original packaging. In the unlikely event the product must be returned for servicing,
the original packaging (or reasonable equivalent) is required.
With proper care and adequate air circulation, your iKeyboard 3 mini/iKeyboard 4
mini will operate without any trouble for many years. We recommend that you record
your serial number in the space provided below for future reference.
Please write your serial number here for future reference:
Purchased at:
Date of purchase:
●iKeyboard 3 mini / iKeyboard 4 mini
25/37-note velocity-sensitive piano-style keys USB MIDI controller keyboard x 1
●CD x 1
App software – iMap (Mac & Windows)
User manual & QSG
DAW software – Reaper
●Quick Start Guide x 1
●USB 2.0 cable x 1

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Features
●Extremely compact
●Velocity-sensitive piano style keyboard
●Combined pitch/modulation joystick
●Octave up/down buttons
●Transpose up/down buttons
●Sustain button
●Arpeggiator button is equipped to activate Arpeggiator function
●Combined Gate/Arp(type) joystick to adjust arpeggiator different parameters
●Tap button is equipped to use with arpeggiator function
●Multi velocity curves available for selection
●Midi output jack
●Class-compliant with Windows XP, Vista (32-bit & 64-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit &
64-bit),Windows 8 (32-bit & 64-bit), Windows 10 (32-bit & 64-bit) and Mac OS X
(IntelMac)
●USB bus-powered
●USB 2.0 high speed connectivity
●Supporting most of the DAW including Cubase, Nuendo, Samplitude, Logic Pro,
Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Reaper and Reason etc
●iMapTM software included for easy mapping of MIDI functions
●Firmware upgrade available simply via USB connection and iMap software
●Robust metal casing with Kensington lock port

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Front Panel Layout
1. 25/37-note key switches
25/37-note velocity-sensitive piano-action key switches.
2. Modulation & pitch bend joystick
Vertically: Adjusts the modulation effect. It will return to “center” when released.
Horizontally: Adjusts the pitch bend. It will return to “center” when released.
3. Oct/Trans and </> buttons
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When the Qct/Trans button is lit, octave function is activated, press the </> buttons
to raise or lower the octave.
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When the Qct/Trans button is unlit, transpose function is activated, press the </>
buttons below to raise or lower the transpose.
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(Tip: While pressing and holding the “Oct/Trans” button, press a keyswitch within
an octave range from the original c1 position to change the c1 to that particular
switch.)
4. Sustain button
Hold the button and it works as a sustain pedal.
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5. Arp button (Arpeggiator)
Press to activate the arpeggiator function and use in conjunction with controls below
for adjusting different arpeggio parameters. An arpeggio will be automatically produced
when you hold down a chord on the keyboard.
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5.1 Gate joystick (Vertical)
Upward: Increase the arpeggio gate time (longer).
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Downward: Decrease the arpeggio gate time (shorter).
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5.2 Arp joystick (Horizontal)
Move joystick left or right to adjust the type of arpeggio.(Horizontal).
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5.3 Tap button
Adjust the tempo of the arpeggio.

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Rear Panel Layout
1. Midi Out Port
Use the MIDI Out terminal to connect an external synthesizer or sound module.
Note: To use your iKeyboard mini as a MIDI input device for your sound module, USB
cable is needed to connect as a power supply. Or you may connect a 12VDC external
power supply that you could purchase from our ofcial dealer.
2. USB port
Functions as a MIDI port to your notebook (or computer) and compatible software.
Also provides power to your iKeyboard mini.
3. 12VDC/350mA power adapter connector
Connect your 12VDC/350mA power adapter (optional) here.
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iMapTM Software for Mac OS X
Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to launch your iMapTM
software to Mac OS X.
Tips: By “drag and drop” the “iKeyboard mini” icon into the “Applications” folder,
you could create a “iMap” shortcut on your Mac’s desktop.
1. Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom and double click “iKeyboard
mini” Series iMap” icon.

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1. Turn on your PC.
2. Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom
After you have inserted the CD into your
CD-Rom, an installation screen should appear
as shown in diagram 1; click “Install”.
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(Note: if the installation screen not appear
automatically go to the CD folder and
double click on “Setup”.)
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
Diagram 3
Installing iMapTM Software for Windows
Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to install your iMapTM software.
3. Setup Wizard appear
Setup wizard appears, please click “Next”.
4. Choose Install Location
Choose your preferred install location for
iMapTM or use the default location and
click “Next”.

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Diagram 4
Diagram 5
Diagram 6
Diagram 7
5. Select shortcut
Select the start menu folder in which you would
like to create the iMapTM shortcut. Then click
“Next”.
6. Create a shortcut on your desktop
Please untick the box if you do not want to place
a shortcut icon on your desktop for iMapTM,
otherwise click “Next”.
7. iMapTM started to install
The iMapTM installation has now started, wait for
it to nish. Then click “Finish”.
8. Installation nished
Click “Finish” to complete the iMapTM software
installation.

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Getting Started
Connecting your iKeyboard 3 mini/ iKeyboard 4 mini
keyboard system
1. Connect the iKeyboard 3 mini/iKeyboard 4 mini to your Mac/PC via
Cubase (ICON·DRIVER)
the USB port.
Choose a USB port on your Mac/PC and insert the wide (at) end of the USB cable.
Connect the cable’s small jack end to the iKeyboard 3 mini/iKeyboard 4 mini. Your
Mac/PC should automatically “see” the new hardware and notify you that it is ready
to use.
2. Setup your DAW
(For CubaseTM, NuendoTM, BitwigTM & ReasonTM)
Activate the ICON iKeyboard 3 mini/iKeyboard 4 mini controller in your DAW or MIDI
software using “MIDI Setup” or “MIDI Devices”.
(For LogicTM, SamplitudeTM, Ableton Live & Reaper , choose Mackie Control at the “Device
List”.)
(For Pro ToolsTM, choose HUI at the “Device List”.)
(Note: Every application does this a little different, so refer to your software user
manual for the settings.)
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Cubase (Mackie Control)
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Reason (ICON·DRIVER)
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