ICON iKeyboard3S-VST User manual

User manual
25/37/49/61/88-note velocity-sensitive piano-style keys USB MIDI
controller keyboard with 24bit/192KHz audio interface build in
iKeyboard3S-VST
iKeyboard4S-VST
iKeyboard5S-VST
iKeyboard8S-VST
iKeyboard6S-VST

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 ................................................................................................7
Rear panel layout ................................................................................................10
Getting Started ....................................................................................................11
Mac driver installation..........................................................................................11
Mixer control panel ..............................................................................................13
Windows driver installation..................................................................................14
ProDriver VST .....................................................................................................17
Mixer control panel ..............................................................................................18
Settings (Sample rate and latency settings)........................................................20
ProDriver VST hosting rack.................................................................................24
Installing iMapTM Software for MAC OSX ...........................................................25
Installing iMapTM Software for Windows ..............................................................26
Cubase ..........................................................................................................29
Nuendo..........................................................................................................30
Logic Pro .......................................................................................................31
Samplitude.....................................................................................................32
Bitwig.............................................................................................................34
Reason ..........................................................................................................35
Reaper...........................................................................................................36
Studio One.....................................................................................................37
Ableton Live...................................................................................................38
Pro Tools........................................................................................................39
Assigning MIDI functions with iMapTM..................................................................41
iMapTM iKeyboardS-VST software panel.............................................................41
Firmware upgrade ...............................................................................................45
Restore the factory default settings.....................................................................48
Velocity curve ......................................................................................................48
Appendix A...........................................................................................................49
Specications ......................................................................................................51
Services...............................................................................................................53
Contents

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Introduction
What's in the package?
Thank you for purchasing the ICON iKeyboard3S-VST / iKeyboard4S-VST /
iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST 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 iKeyboard3S-
VST / iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST,
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 iKeyboard3S-VST / iKeyboard4S-
VST / iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST 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:
●iKeyboard3S-VST / iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-VST /
iKeyboard8S-VST - 25/37/49/61/88-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 – Bitwig & KiloHearts VST
●Quick Start Guide x 1
●USB 2.0 cable x 1

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Features
●Powerful controller is equipped and easy setup with Mackie Control and HUI protocol
●24-Bit 192KHz 2-In/2-Out USB Recording Interface
●High dynamic range:
DAC: Dynamic Range: 114dB
ADC: Dynamic Range: 114dB
●2x2 analog I/O full duplex recording and playback
●1 mic input with individual gain control
●2 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs on 1/4” TRS jacks
●ICON innovative ProDriverVST™ VST plug-ins hosting rack is provided
●Different VST plug-ins are provided
●Backlit LED touch fader reacts in real-time with DAW. Synchronize automatically
with different channel value when switching between channels
●Dual function encoder knob (Enter & rotate)
●11-segment LED surrounding the encoder to indicate the rotating position
●Velocity-sensitive piano style keyboard
●Modulation and Pitch jog-wheel
●3-segment LED screen
●18 assignable LED backlit buttons
●Illuminated channel buttons including Rec-enable, Solo and Mute
●6 illuminated transport buttons including Play, Stop, Rec, Rewind, Fast forward and
Loop
●Single Transpose button use combine with keyswitch to shift pitch effectively.
●Octave up/down buttons
●Multi velocity curves available for selection (Key and Pads)
●Midi output jack
●1 headphone output with assignable source and individual volume control
●Expression & sustain pedal TRS connectors

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●Flexible channel routing via the software control panel
●Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
●Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback
●Mackie control build-in for Cubase, Nuendo, Samplitude, Logic Pro, Bitwig,
Reasons, Reaper, Studio One and Ableton Live
●Mackie HUI protocol build-in for Pro Tools
●iMapTM software included for easy mapping of MIDI functions
●Firmware upgrade available simply via USB connection and iMap software
●Compatible with Mac OS (Intel-Mac) and 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)
●USB 2.0 high speed connectivity
●Robust metal casing with Kensington lock port

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Front Panel Layout
Note: Functions operate slightly differenently between DAWs. Please refer to your
DAW manual for each function. The following description is based on the functions
that operate in Apple Logic.
1. 25/37/49/61/88-note key switches
25/37/49/61/88-note velocity-sensitive piano-action key switches.
2. Backlit LED touch fader to control DAW’s Channel/Master faders
The touch fader could be used to adjust the parameter of different channels. Press the two
“Track or Bank” shifting buttons to shift between channels. Also, by pressing the “Master”
button, the fader will change to control the parameters of the master channel.
3. Dual function encoders
The dual functioned encoder acting as a push-button and a rotary control. When an
encoder is pressed, it may be used to change modes of operation or to change what
appears in the display above the channel strips. When an encoder is rotated, depending
on its assigned function, it can be used to adjust a channel’s pan, send level, or plug-in
parameters.
4. Encoder LED
The 11-LED surrounding the encoder lights up to indicate the relative position of the
rotation without having to look at your computer.
5. Control buttons
Recording channel control buttons section
REC button - Activate and deactivate the recording state of the associated channel. The
switch will light red when the channel is armed.
SOLO button - Turn On and Off the solo state of the associated channel. The switch will
light green when the channel solo state is on and other channels will be muted. You could
solo multiple channel by pressing SOLO buttons on additional channels.
Keyboard Controls
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MUTE button - Activate and deactivate the mute state of the associated channel. The
switch will light blue when the channel is muted.
Master button - Switch the touch fader to control the DAW master fader.
Transport control buttons section
Automation section
READ button - Press the READ button to activate the read function of the current audio
track.
WRITE button - Press the WRITE button to activate the write function of the current audio
track.
Other control buttons
Jog button - Activate to use the encoder as a jog wheel.
 The jog wheel is used for various purposes specic to the DAW application, including
shuttle and scrubbing functions.
Program button - Use together with the encoder to change the sound bank of your soft-
synth.
(Tip: Please refer to Appendix A for Mackie Control and HUI protocol functions.)
6. Modulation jogwheel
Rotate to adjust the modulation effect.
7. Pitch jogwheel
Rotate to adjust the pitch bend. It returns to default, “0” when released.
8. Octave buttons
Raise or lower the pitches played on your keyboard.
9. Transpose button
Raise or lower the pitches (by less than an octave) played on your keyboard.

(Tip: While pressing and holding the “Transpose” button, press a keyswitch within an
octave range from the original c1 position) to change the c1 to that particular switch.)
Note: Only the rst zone could be changing the pitch if several zones are set.
PLAY button - Activate the play function of the DAW.
STOP button - Activate the stop function of the DAW.
REC button - Activate the record function of the DAW.
REWIND button - Activate the rewind function of the DAW.
FAST FORWARD button - Activate the fast forward function of the DAW.
LOOP button - Activate the loop function of the DAW.

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Audio recording interface
1. Mic input
Unbalanced mic level input. This connector will accept a standard 3-pin XLR plug.
2. 48V phantom power switch
Press to supply +48V phantom power to the associated XLR input. This phantom power
circuit is suitable for most condenser microphones.
3. Input gain level control
This potentiometer controls the input level of the analog microphone input.
4. Headphone level control
This potentiometer controls the output level of the headphone output.
5. Headphone output
This output jack accepts a standard 1/4″ stereo TRS headphone connector.

10. Channel </> buttons
11. Bank </> buttons
Track < Shift “one” channel up for all faders (except the master channel).
Track > Shift “one” channel down for all faders (except the master channel).
Bank < Shift “eight” channels up for all faders (except the master channel).
Bank > Shift “eight” channels down for all faders (except the master channel).
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Rear panel layout
Keyboard Controls
Audio recording interface
1. Expression Pedal Input
A standard expression pedal can be connected via this 1/4” input.
2. Sustain Pedal Input
This 1/4” jack can be used to connect a momentary footswitch, like a piano's sustain pedal.
(ICON SPD-01)
3. Midi Out Port
Use the MIDI Out terminal to connect an external synthesizer or sound module.
4. USB port
Functions as a MIDI port to your notebook (or computer) and compatible software.
5. Power switch
Power switch for your iKeyboardS-VST.

1. Line outputs 1/2
These are unbalanced analog outputs on standard 1/4″ TS connectors at +6dBU line level.
2. Line inputs 1/2
These are unbalanced analog inputs on standard 1/4″ TS connectors at –10dB line level.
3. 7VDC/1A power adaptor
iKeyboard S VST is USB-bus powered. If your computer does not supply sufficient power,
connect a ICON 7VDC power supply adapter to this jack.
Note:You can get the power adapter from ICON distributors/dealers near you. .

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Getting Started
Mac driver installation
iKeyboard3S-VST / iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-
VST / iKeyboard8S-VST is a class compliance device. Thus there is no
driver installation needed for Mac. Also, it is fully supporting iOS devices by
connecting to a camera kit.
Please follow the step-by-step procedures below to install your iKeyboard3S-VST /
iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST USB
recording interface.
1. Turn on your Mac
(Note: Do not connect the iKeyboard3S-VST / iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST /
iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST digital audio interface to your Mac yet.)
2. Class compliance device
iKeyboard3S-VST / iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-VST /
iKeyboard8S-VST is class compliance on Mac OSX, no driver installation is needed.
3. Copy the software control panel shortcut logo to your desktop
Open the previous “Mac” folder. Copy the “ProDriver VST” software panel shortcut logo
and paste it to your desktop.
4. Launch the software control
panel
Click the iKeyboard3S-VST /
iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST /
iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST’s
software control panel shortcut logo
you have just copied to your desktop to
launch the software control panel.
Diagram 1
Diagram 2
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5. Connect your iKeyboard3S-VST /
iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-
VST / iKeyboard6S-VST /
iKeyboard8S-VST digital audio
interface
Now connect the IKeyboard3S-VST /
iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST /
iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST digital
audio interface to your Mac's USB port.
Note: iKeyboard3S-VST / iKeyboard4S-
VST / iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-
VST / iKeyboard8S-VST audio interface
only support USB2.0. Your Mac must have a
USB2.0 port.
Diagram 4
iKeyboard3S VST (Core Audio) iKeyboard3S VST: Output
iKeyboard3S VST(Core Audio)
iKeyboard3S VST (Bit Accurate)
6. Audio MIDI setup
Open the “Audio MIDI setup” window
and check if the iKeyboard3S-VST /
iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST /
iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST
device has setup properly as shown
below in diagram 4.
Diagram 3
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Mixer control panel
Diagram 5
1. HW Input 1/2 level metering
Showing the hardware 1/2 input level. (HW In 1/2).
2. HW Output 1/2 level metering
Showing the hardware 1/2 output level.(HW Out 1/2).
3. Link switch
Switch to adjust both channels level simultaneously.
4. Mute switch
Switch to mute the corresponding channel.
5. “0dB” switch
Switch to instantly adjust the corresponding channel to “0dB” level.
6. Gain control fader
Slide to adjust the gain level for the corresponding channel.
7. Inputs & Outputs Matrix switches
Switch to turn On/Off the corresponding input channel route to the corresponding output
channel. The matrix is very useful and makes your inputs and outputs very exible. You may
route any of your input(s) to any output(s) .
The mixers work like a matrix mixer. Activate and adjust the corresponding input or output
channel level. They are very useful and make your inputs and outputs very exible. You may
route any of your input(s) to any output(s).
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Diagram 7
Windows driver installation
Please follow the step-by-step procedures below to install your iKeyboard3S-VST /
iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST / iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST USB
recording interface and its driver.
1. Turn on your computer
Note: Do not connect the iKeyboard3S-VST / iKeyboard4S-VST / iKeyboard5S-VST /
iKeyboard6S-VST / iKeyboard8S-VST digital audio interface to your computer yet.
2. Insert the Driver CD into your CD-Rom.
After you have inserted the provided Driver CD into your CD-Rom, an Installation screen
should appear as shown in Diagram 6, then click "Windows” for the driver installation".

Note: If the Installation screen does not appear automatically. Go to the CD folder and
double click "Setup" .
3. Installation Wizard appears
Choose "Next" when you see the Welcome Screen
shown in Diagram 7.
4. License Agreement
Click “I Agree” to proceed.

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iKeyboardS VST Device Drivers
Icon_iKeyboardS VST_2.9.86.50.exe
Diagram 9
Diagram 10
5. Select components for installation
Check mark the components that you would like
to install. We strongly recommend you to select all
components.
6. Preparing installation les
The installation process started, the process may
take some time depending on your computer
performance, please be patient and wait for the
process to nish.
7. Click “Install” to proceed.
Note: Same message will appear three times as
there are three different drivers installation.
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8. Setup completed
A window as shown in Diagram 14 should
appear. Choose "Finish”.
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Diagram 14
9. Launch the software control
panel
You may click the ICON ProAudio logo
on the system tray to launch the software
control panel (Page 18).
10. Connect your iKeyboardS-
VST digital audio interface
Now connect the iKeyboardS-
VST digital audio interface to your
computer's USB port.
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Diagram 17
Diagram 18
ProDriver VST
To make the iKeyboardS-VST very versatile and powerful, we have developed a new
technology ProDriver VST - it is our innovative VST rack, plug-in host, and virtual signal router.
Run it in standalone mode or with your favorite DAW. Pull up your guitar modeling VST and
play, or plug in your midi controller and control your favorite virtual instruments without running
through your digital audio workstation.

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1. iKeyboardS-VST Hardware channels (HW In 1/2 & HW Out 1/2)
These are the hardware input and output channels on iKeyboardS-VST.
2. iKeyboardS-VST Virtual channels (VC In 1/2, 3/4 and 5/6), (VC Out 1/2,
3/4 and 5/6)
These are the input and output virtual channels that related to the WDM.
For example: WDM Out 1/2 linked to VC In1/2
VC Out1/2 linked to WDM In1/2
3. iKeyboardS-VST Loopback channels (LB 1/2, 3/4 and 5/6)
These are the ASIO loop-back channels.
Mixer control panel
On the mixer control panel, there are four different main types of ASIO channels that
you can manipulate.
Diagram 19
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1. HW Input 1/2 level metering
Showing the hardware 1/2 input level (HW In 1/2).
2. HW Output 1/2 level metering
Showing the hardware 1/2 output level (HW Out 1/2).
By activating different cross points, you may route the corresponding signal to your
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3. VC In 1/2 (Virtual) input level metering
Showing the WDM 1/2 output level (VC In 1/2).
4. VC In 3/4 (Virtual) input level metering
Showing the WDM 3/4 output level (VC In 3/4).
5. VC In 5/6 (Virtual) input level metering
Showing the WDM 5/6 output level (VC In 5/6).
6. VC Out 1/2 (Virtual) output level metering
Showing the ASIO 1/2 VC output level (VC Out 1/2).
7. VC Out 3/4 (Virtual) output level metering
Showing the ASIO 3/4 VC output level (VC Out 3/4).
8. VC Out 5/6 (Virtual) output level metering
Showing the ASIO 5/6 VC output level (VC Out 5/6).
9. Loopback 1/2
Showing the ASIO loop-back 1/2 channel’s level metering.
10. Loopback 3/4
Showing the ASIO loop-back 3/4 channel’s level metering.
11. Loopback 5/6
Showing the ASIO loop-back 5/6 channel’s level metering.
12. Link switch
Switch to adjust both channels level simultaneously.
13. Mute switch
Switch to mute the corresponding channel.
14. “0dB” switch
Switch to instantly adjust the corresponding channel to “0dB” level.
15. Gain control fader
Slide to adjust the gain level for the corresponding channel.
16. Inputs & Outputs Matrix switches
Switch to turn On/Off the corresponding input channel route to the corresponding output
channel. The matrix is very useful and makes your inputs and outputs very exible. You
may route any of your input(s) to any output(s).

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Click the “Setting” button to launch the settings window.
Sample rate setting
Select your desired sampling rate from 44.1KHz to 192KHz on the pull down window
shown in Diagram 21.
Settings (Sample rate and latency settings)
Diagram 20
Diagram 21