ICON iKeyboard S 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
iKeyboard 3S
iKeyboard 4S
iKeyboard 5S
iKeyboard 8S
iKeyboard 6S

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
Windows driver installation..................................................................................11
Connecting your iKeyboard S controller..............................................................13
Make the audio setting for your iKeyboard S audio recording interface...................... 13
Installing iMapTM Software for MAC OSX ...........................................................17
Installing iMapTM Software for Windows ..............................................................19
Cubase (ICON·DRIVER).....................................................................................21
Cubase (Mackie Control).....................................................................................22
Bitwig (ICON·DRIVER)........................................................................................23
Bitwig (Mackie Control)........................................................................................24
Reason (ICON·DRIVER).....................................................................................25
Reason (Mackie Control) ....................................................................................26
Nuendo (iCON·DRIVER).....................................................................................28
Nuendo (Mackie Control).....................................................................................29
Pro Tools .............................................................................................................30
Reaper ................................................................................................................31
Samplitude...........................................................................................................32
Studio One...........................................................................................................33
Logic Pro ............................................................................................................34
Ablelton Live .......................................................................................................36
Assigning MIDI functions with iMapTM..................................................................37
iMapTM iKeyboard S software panel....................................................................37
Firmware upgrade ...............................................................................................41
Restore the factory default settings.....................................................................43
Velocity curve ......................................................................................................43
Appendix A...........................................................................................................44
Minimum System Requirements..........................................................................46
Specications ......................................................................................................47
Services...............................................................................................................49
Contents

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Introduction
What's in the package?
Thank you for purchasing the ICON iKeyboard 3S / iKeyboard 4S / iKeyboard 5S /
iKeyboard 6S / iKeyboard 8S 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 3S
/ iKeyboard 4S / iKeyboard 5S / iKeyboard 6S / iKeyboard 8S, 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 3S / iKeyboard 4S
/ iKeyboard 5S / iKeyboard 6S / iKeyboard 8S 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 3S / iKeyboard 4S / iKeyboard 5S / iKeyboard 6S / iKeyboard 8S
-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 – Samplitude Pro X2 Silver ICON edition
●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 96/192KHz 2-In/2-Out USB Recording Interface
●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
●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
●Flexible channel routing via the software control panel
●Supports DirectSound, WDM and ASIO2.0
●Full duplex, simultaneous record/playback

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●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 Tool
●Driver build-in for Cubase, Nuendo, Bitwig and Reasons for plug and play
●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 10 (32-bit/64-bit) & Windows 8 (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 iKeyboard S.

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
Connect the provided power adaptor here.
Note: iKeyboard S is not able to work without the provided power adaptor connected. The
USB bus power is not able to provide sufcient power supply for iKeyboard S.

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Getting Started
1. Install iKeyboard S audio driver (WDM & ASIO) to your Mac or PC
by following the below installation steps:
Note: Please do not connect your iKeyboard S to your computer at this state.
(1) Turn on your computer
(Note: Do not connect the iKeyboard S digital audio interface to your computer yet.)
Please follow the step-by-step procedures below to install your ikeyboard S series USB
recording interface and its driver.
iKeyboard S is plug and play for its audio driver on Mac and no audio driver installation is
needed.
Windows driver installation
Mac driver installation
Diagram 1
(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 1, then click
"Windows Driver” for the driver installation".

Note: If the Installation screen does not appear
automatically. Go to the CD folder and double
click "Setup"
Diagram 2
Diagram 3
(3) Installation Wizard appears
Choose "Next" when you see the Welcome
Screen shown in Diagram 2.
(4) License Agreement
Check mark the “I accept the terms in the
License Agreement” and click “Next”.

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Diagram 4
Diagram 5
Diagram 6
Diagram 7
(5) Conrm driver installation
A conrmation on the driver installation screen
will appear, click “Next”.
(7) Installation start
The installation process has started. The
process may take some time depending on your
computer performance; please be patient and
wait for the process to nish.
(6) Driver setup
Choose the location of the driver and click
"Next" as shown in Diagram 5.
(8) Software installation window
A window as shown in Diagram 7 should appear.
Choose "Install this driver software anyway".

Note: Although this message appears, the
iKeyboards S driver is fully tested and supports
Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 & Windows 8.

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Diagram 9
Diagram 8
(9) Setup completed
A window as shown in Diagram 8 should appear.
Choose "Next”.
2. Connecting your iKeyboard S controller
Connect the ikeyboard S to your Mac/PC via 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 S. Your Mac/PC should automatically
“see” the new hardware and notify you that it is ready to use.
3. Make the audio setting for your iKeyboard S audio recording interface
3.2 Sample rate settings
Select your desired sampling rate from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz on the pull down window
shown in Diagram 9. Click "Apply" after the selection has been made to set the value.
Windows
Software control panel
3.1 Launch the software control panel
You may click the iKeyboard S logo on the system tray to launch the software control panel.

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3.3 Buffer Size settings
You may select the buffer size for "Streaming" and "ASIO". Click "Apply" after you have
made the selections.

(Note: If a clicking sound occurs, you should change to a larger buffer size for the settings.
If the largest buffer size has been selected and there is still a clicking sound, it means your
computer performance is not able to handle the task. (It is not caused by the iKeyboard S
digital audio interface.)
Device settings
Shows the serial number & product ID of your iKeyboard S device. If it doesn't show, it
means your device is not properly installed. Please go through the “Driver Installation”
process again (Page 11).
Monitor Mixer
Click this button to launch the "Monitor Mixer" (Page 15).
Playback Mixer
Click this button to launch the "Playback Mixer" (Page 16).

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3.4 Hardware inputs level metering
Ch 1,2 input level metering
Shows the input level for the hardware input channel.
3.5 Hardware outputs level metering
Ch 1,2 output level metering
Shows the output level for the hardware output channel.
3.6 Virtual inputs level metering
Virtual1,2 input level metering
Shows the input level for the virtual input channel.
Monitor Mixer
3.13
3.12
3.10
3.11
3.8
3.63.53.93.7
3.4
3.7 Link switch
Switch to adjust both channel levels simultaneously.
3.8 Mute switch
Switch to mute the corresponding channel.
3.9 “0dB” switch
Switch to instantly adjust the corresponding channel to “0dB” level.
3.10 Gain control fader
Slide to adjust the gain level for the corresponding channel.
3.11 Inputs & Outputs Matrix switches
Switch to turn On/Off the corresponding hardware input channel route to the
corresponding hardware 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).
3.12 Inputs & Outputs Matrix Mixer
"Check" the box to activate the mixer.
3.13 Inputs & Outputs Matrix Mixer Gain Control
 Adjust the gain for the corresponding hardware channel. After nishing the adjustment,
click "Close" to close the window.

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3.14 Software outputs level metering
Ch 1,2 output level metering
Shows the input level for the software input channel.

3.15 Hardware outputs level metering
Ch 1,2 output level metering
Shows the output level for the hardware output channel.
3.16 Virtual inputs level metering
Virtual1,2 input level metering
Shows the input level for the virtual input channel.
3.17 Link switch
Switch to adjust both channel levels simultaneously.
3.18 Mute switch
Switch to mute the corresponding channel.
3.19 “0dB” switch
Switch to instantly adjust the corresponding channel to “0dB” level.
3.20 Gain control fader
Slide to adjust the gain level for the corresponding channel.
3.21 Inputs & Outputs Matrix switches
Switch to turn On/Off the corresponding hardware input channel route to the
corresponding hardware 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).
3.22 Inputs & Outputs Matrix Mixer
"Check" the box to activate the mixer.
3.23 Inputs & Outputs Matrix Mixer Gain Control
 Adjust the gain for the corresponding hardware channel. After nishing the adjustment,
click "Close" to close the window.
Playback Mixer
3.21
3.23
3.22
3.14
3.20
3.18
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3.193.17

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4 Installing iMapTM Software to your Mac/PC
Installing iMapTM Software for MAC OSX

Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to install your iMap
TM
software to Mac OSX.
① Turn on your MAC
② Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom
After you have inserted the CD into your
CD-Rom, an installation CD icon should
appear in desktop; click the icon to start
the install wizard.
③ Setup Wizard appear
Setup wizard appears, please click
"Continue"
④ Choose Install Location
Select a destination to install
iMapTM software to Mac OS X,
then click "Continue".
⑤ Select shortcut
If you want to change install
location, please click "Change
Install Location" button and
select another location or just
click "Install" button to continue.
Diagram 11
Diagram 12
Diagram 13
Diagram 10

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Diagram 15
Diagram 14
⑥ Input Administrator information
To install iMapTM software, you need
to input administrator user
information, please input the name
and password of administrator then
click "Install" to continue.
⑦ Installation finished
Click "Close" to complete the
iMapTM software installation.

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Installing iMapTM Software for Windows
Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to install your iMapTM software.
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 16; click “Install”.

(Note: if the installation screen not appear
automatically go to the CD folder and
double click on “Setup”)
③ Setup Wizard appear
Setup wizard appears, please click “Next”.
Diagram 17
Diagram 18
④ Choose Install Location
Choose your preferred install location for
iMapTM or use the default location and click
“Next”.
Diagram 19
⑤ Select shortcut
Select the start menu folder in which you would
like to create the iMapTM shortcut. Then click
“Next”.
Diagram 16

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Diagram 20
Diagram 21
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.
Diagram 22