Open Labs Miko LXD User manual

MiKo™ LXD
MiKo™ LXD keyboard production station (Gen5)
Operation Manual
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The information in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of publishing. However, Open
Labs reserves the rights to make changes to the specifications at an time without notice or
obligation to update existing units. The software described b this document is subject to a License
Agreement and ma not be copied to other media. No part of this manual ma be copied,
reproduced, or otherwise transmitted or recorded, for an purpose, without prior written
permission b Open Labs Inc.
Users Manual written b : James Edwin Rhone Jr.
Editors: Ed Ablan, Christopher Brown, Steve Miller
Super special thanks to the Open Labs Development Team for our efforts and meticulous
attention to detail. You have trul made this a great product.
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Using the MiKo LXD safely
Before using the MiKo LXD, it is extremel important that ou thoroughl read the following
instructions. This will provide ou with the information needed for safe operation of our MiKo LXD.
Please continue reading the rest of this manual for specific information on the use of this unit.
Warning
To avoid permanent health damage, alwa s adhere to these important safet advies:
•The MiKo LXD, in combination with headphones or speakers, is capable of producing sound levels
that can cause permanent hearing loss. Do not submit our ears to long periods of high
volumes. If ou experience an hearing loss or ringing in the ears, ou should consult an
audiologist.
•Do not open the MiKo LXD or attempt to disassemble or modif the internal parts without prior
guidance and/or instructions from an Open Labs Technician. If the Miko LXD does not seem to
function properl , contact Open Labs technical support.
Caution
To ensure that the MiKo LXD or an device connected to it is not damaged during usage or
maintenance, it is important to adhere to the following instructions.
•Do not expose the MiKo LXD to inclement weather conditions such as heav rain, or use the unit
in damp or wet conditions. It is unwise to place open containers of liquids near the unit, these
could spill onto the unit. Do not allow an objects or liquids to penetrate the unit.
•Never use or store the MiKo LXD in conditions that are subject to extreme temperatures. This
mostl includes closed in environments where lots of heat and direct sunlight are present
(example, enclosed vehicle).
•Do not place the MiKo LXD in unsuitable locations where the chance of falling could happen.
•Before connecting the MiKo LXD to other electronic components, turn off the power for all
components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to
minimum. Graduall raise the volume control while pla ing the Miko LXD to set the desired
listening level.
•Before moving the MiKo LXD, disconnect all cables.
•Be careful not to exert too much pressure on the knobs, faders, or touchscreen,.
•When cleaning the MiKo LXD:
▪Use a soft, dr cloth.
▪To clean the touchscreen, use a lint free cloth or soft paper towel, with a small amount of
light window cleaner spra ed onto the cloth or paper towel.
•Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical based wiping cloths.
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Table of Contents
Preface..........................................................................................................10
Chapter 1 – Introduction...............................................................................11
Open Labs Production Station Components.......................................................................12
Chapter 2 - Getting Started...........................................................................14
Unpacking and Setting up our Open Labs Production Station..............................................14
Rear Panel La out...............................................................................................14
Audio & MIDI Connections...........................................................................................14
Rear Panel I/O:..................................................................................................15
Front Panel Audio Interface..................................................................................15
Connecting the Cables................................................................................................16
Basic Connection Diagrams..................................................................................19
Turning on an Open Labs production station..................................................................21
About the BIOS..........................................................................................................21
About the Open Labs GUI............................................................................................21
Chapter 3 – First Time ..................................................................................22
The Open Labs GUI In Detail...........................................................................................22
About the MIDI Controllers..............................................................................................25
Mix Edit Panel............................................................................................................25
DJ/VJ Controller.........................................................................................................26
Bump MP .................................................................................................................26
The Track Pad................................................................................................................27
Using USB Devices.........................................................................................................27
Using the DVD/CD-RW Drive...........................................................................................27
Using the Internet..........................................................................................................28
Adding Software to our Open Labs Production Station.......................................................28
New Software Installation Considerations......................................................................29
Chapter 4 – Quickstart...................................................................................30
Steps to Pla ing Sounds on an Open Labs Production Station..............................................30
Chapter 5 - Playing Sounds - Riff...................................................................33
Before ou Begin...........................................................................................................33
Setting up the Audio......................................................................................................34
Setting up the MIDI.......................................................................................................35
Setting up Your Plug-ins.................................................................................................36
Setting up General and Ke board Options.........................................................................37
General....................................................................................................................37
Ke board..................................................................................................................38
5a– Riff Architecture.....................................................................................39
A Performance Environment............................................................................................39
Set List Window ........................................................................................................39
Sound Browser (Default View)..............................................................................40
Sound Browser (Advanced View)..........................................................................41
Signal Chain..............................................................................................................43
Instrument Editor.......................................................................................................44
Live Controls.............................................................................................................45
5b– Understanding Riff..................................................................................46
Launch Riff...................................................................................................................46
Set List.........................................................................................................................46
Song........................................................................................................................47
Title Bar....................................................................................................................47
Menu Bar...........................................................................................................47
Title Bar Controls.......................................................................................................49
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Learn ...............................................................................................................49
Edit Mode/Live Mode ..........................................................................................49
Minimize...................................................................................................................49
Close........................................................................................................................49
Pla Button...............................................................................................................49
BPM .................................................................................................................49
This is the control for the global tempo. (BPM = Beats Per Minute) Pressing The box
under “BPM” brings up the BPM input window. .......................................................49
Main - Volume Knob ..................................................................................................49
Lower Section Controls...............................................................................................50
Previous and Next Song......................................................................................50
Pick Color..........................................................................................................50
Rename.............................................................................................................50
Status Bar.................................................................................................................50
Tooltips.............................................................................................................50
Audio VU Meter..................................................................................................50
MIDI Indicator....................................................................................................50
CPU..................................................................................................................50
MEM.................................................................................................................50
Signal Chain..................................................................................................................51
Upper Bar Controls.....................................................................................................52
Input........................................................................................................................52
Input Column Controls........................................................................................52
Signal Chain..............................................................................................................53
Signal Chain Column Controls..............................................................................54
Stream Processor.......................................................................................................54
Effect Column Controls........................................................................................56
Instrument Editor..........................................................................................................57
Instrument Parameters...............................................................................................58
Exporting and Importing User Patches..........................................................................58
Live Controls.................................................................................................................59
Knob Properties/ Horizontal Slider Properties/ Vertical Slider Properties.............................60
Button Properties.......................................................................................................61
XY Pad Properties.......................................................................................................61
Text Properties..........................................................................................................61
5c– Using Riff: Tutorials................................................................................62
Using the Song Grid.......................................................................................................62
Creating a New Set and Adding an Instrument...............................................................62
About the Sound Browser....................................................................................64
Saving a Set..............................................................................................................67
Rename a Song.........................................................................................................67
Importing Racks, Signal Chains, Songs, Inputs..............................................................67
Exporting Racks, Signal Chains, Songs, Inputs...............................................................67
Using the Signal Chain...................................................................................................68
Adding an Additional Instrument to a Song....................................................................68
Creating Ke board Splits in a Song (Signal Chain)..................................................69
Adding Effects to an Input or Signal Chain.....................................................................71
Adding MIDI FX..................................................................................................73
Creating and using Audio Inputs...........................................................................75
Edit Mode vs. Live Mode.................................................................................................76
MIDI Learning Hardware Controllers.................................................................................76
Learn Relative...........................................................................................................79
Creating and Using Live Controls.....................................................................................80
Create a New Live Control...........................................................................................81
Using Oscillators with Knobs/Sliders.............................................................................84
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Mapping Live Controls to the Lower Control Section........................................................85
Saving and Exporting Live Controls..............................................................................86
Using Multi-timbral Instruments / Sharing Instruments.......................................................87
Sharing Instruments...................................................................................................88
Song Grid and the Multi-timbral Instrument...................................................................89
Creating Ke board Splits with Multi-timbral Instruments.................................................95
Advanced Multi-timbral Instruments / Signal Chain.......................................................100
MIDI Input I/O Options Window.................................................................................103
Using Different Preset Sounds with a Shared Instrument...............................................104
5d - Using ump MP, the Mix Edit Panel with Riff and Guru........................106
Bump MP Assignments..................................................................................................106
Mix Edit Panel Assignments...........................................................................................106
Importing the Bump MP/Guru Song Template .................................................................107
GURU Quickstart: Engines, Pads, Patterns and Graphs .....................................................111
Engines ..................................................................................................................111
Pads ......................................................................................................................111
Patterns .................................................................................................................111
Slicer..........................................................................................................................112
Overview of the GURU Interface ....................................................................................113
GURU LCD...............................................................................................................113
GURU Toolbar..........................................................................................................114
Browser......................................................................................................................115
MIDI Pads...................................................................................................................116
Pattern Ke s................................................................................................................117
Sequencer Master........................................................................................................117
Control Conventions and Ke board Shortcuts...............................................................117
The UNDO button..............................................................................................117
Loading and Saving in GURU.........................................................................................118
Load/Save with Riff..................................................................................................118
Load/Save a Bundle file.............................................................................................118
Load/Save Kits.........................................................................................................118
Load/Save Pattern/Pattern Set...................................................................................118
Creating Beats with GURU: The Basics............................................................................119
Recording Patterns...................................................................................................119
Record-arming..................................................................................................119
Record mode....................................................................................................120
Commit/Undo...................................................................................................120
Patterns and Graphs: GURU’s step-sequencing s stem......................................................121
Patterns..................................................................................................................121
Graphs....................................................................................................................122
Graph T pes ....................................................................................................123
Chapter 6 - Playing Sounds - Karsyn...........................................................124
Ke Features...............................................................................................................124
Kars n’s Control Module................................................................................................125
Output Busses.........................................................................................................125
Adding and Deleting Output Busses............................................................................126
Instrument Modules..................................................................................................126
Adding and Deleting Instrument Modules........................................................................126
Instrument Console..................................................................................................126
Docking and Floating the Instrument Console..............................................................126
Adding and Removing Effects.....................................................................................127
Working with Audio Inputs............................................................................................127
Advanced Performance Recover ....................................................................................127
Preferences.................................................................................................................127
MIDI Input Ports......................................................................................................127
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Remapping or Disabling MIDI Program Changes...........................................................127
Ke Range and Transpose..........................................................................................128
Channel Map............................................................................................................128
Continuous Controller Map.........................................................................................129
Toggle Mode............................................................................................................129
Saving and Loading MIDI Configurations.....................................................................129
Setting a Default MIDI Configuration...........................................................................129
Insert Manager............................................................................................................130
Showing Effects Consoles..............................................................................................130
Using Effect Presets......................................................................................................130
MIDI Routing to Effects.................................................................................................130
Insert Effect Automation using MIDI Continuous Controllers..............................................130
Working with Presets....................................................................................................131
Creating Presets.......................................................................................................131
Changing Presets from the Control Module...................................................................131
Changing Presets from a QWERTY Ke board................................................................131
Presets Tempo.........................................................................................................131
Chapter 7 – Recording - REAPER.................................................................132
Recording with an Open Labs Production Station..............................................................132
New to Recording? ......................................................................................................132
Opening REAPER for the First Time.................................................................................133
Inserting and Using a VSTi ...........................................................................................134
Setting VSTi Preferences ..........................................................................................134
VST Plug-in Settings ................................................................................................135
Setting up a Virtual Instrument......................................................................................137
Setting up Recording....................................................................................................139
Setting up Track Input..................................................................................................140
Recording in REAPER with a VSTi...................................................................................144
Master Panel La out and Assignments for REAPER........................................................144
DJ Control Panel La out and Assignments for REAPER...................................................145
Recording................................................................................................................146
Enable Metronome....................................................................................................147
Looping...................................................................................................................148
Mixing ....................................................................................................................151
Importing Existing Tracks..........................................................................................151
Rendering ..............................................................................................................151
Exporting Tracks......................................................................................................152
Chapter 8 – MimiK Users Guide....................................................................156
What is MimiK?............................................................................................................156
MimiK Suggested Usage................................................................................................156
What is a Preset and a Bank?........................................................................................156
SFZ Format.................................................................................................................156
How to Ph sicall Set Up MimiK.....................................................................................157
Wiring Diagram........................................................................................................157
Setting up MimiK.........................................................................................................158
MimiK Features Guide...................................................................................................160
Options Window.......................................................................................................161
MimiK Tutorial (Quick Start)..........................................................................................164
How to Pla back a Sound after using MimiK.................................................................164
Chapter 9 – System Restore, ackup...........................................................166
Chapter 10 – Hardware Maintenance...........................................................167
Please Read.................................................................................................................167
New Hardware Installation Considerations.......................................................................167
Opening our Open Labs Production Station....................................................................167
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Appendix A Pro Audio Primer.......................................................................168
Appendix - Sound Presets.........................................................................178
VST Instruments / MIDI FX / VST FX Descriptions............................................................178
Appendix C - Audio Interface Control Panel.................................................182
Appenidix D - Making Adjustments .............................................................188
Adding a Second Displa ...............................................................................................188
Accessing the Intel® Graphics Properties Window........................................................189
Calibrating the Touchscreen...........................................................................................193
Adding a New Program to Launch from the Open Labs Shell..............................................196
Limited Warranty Information.....................................................................197
LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE ...................................................................................197
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE ..................................................................................197
ASSIGNMENTS AND SEVERABILITY ............................................................................198
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS ................................................................................198
Policies........................................................................................................200
Pa ment.....................................................................................................................200
Secure Transaction ......................................................................................................200
Shipping ....................................................................................................................200
Damaged Shipments ................................................................................................200
Warrant Returns or Exchanges ....................................................................................201
Backorders .................................................................................................................201
Used Items ................................................................................................................201
Support........................................................................................................202
Product Registration.....................................................................................................202
Contacting Tech Support...........................................................................................202
About Our Support.......................................................................................................202
Online User Forums and Support....................................................................................203
Additional Support for Third-Part Software/Hardware......................................................203
Platinum Services – Year 1..........................................................................204
Product Registration.................................................................................................204
Contacting Tech Support...........................................................................................204
1 Hour “Get to Know Your Open Labs S stem Training” ................................................204
7 “How To & Usage Training” Sessions (Limit 1 Hr. Each) ..............................................204
Limited 3rd Part Software Support ...........................................................................204
Plus Access to Technical Support on Saturda .............................................................205
Service Description: Open Labs Platinum Services Legal Terms..................206
Terms and Conditions...................................................................................................206
Service Overview.........................................................................................................206
1 Hour “Get to Know Your Open Labs S stem Training”.................................................206
“How To & Usage Training” Sessions...........................................................................206
Platinum Service How To & Usage Training Sessions .....................................................207
Limited 3rd Part Software Support............................................................................207
Plus Access to Technical Support on Saturda ..............................................................207
Refunds..................................................................................................................208
Cancellation.............................................................................................................208
Legal............................................................................................................209
Wh we collect personal information ..........................................................................209
What personal information ........................................................................................209
How we collect personal information ..........................................................................209
When we disclose personal information ......................................................................209
How we protect our personal information ..................................................................209
Access to our personal information ...........................................................................210
Collecting other Personal Information .........................................................................210
Open Labs' commitment to children's privac ..............................................................210
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Third-Part Sites .....................................................................................................210
International Transfers .............................................................................................210
Notices........................................................................................................211
T pographical Errors ....................................................................................................211
Proprietar Notice .......................................................................................................211
WAIVER .....................................................................................................................211
POLICIES ...................................................................................................................211
LEGAL .......................................................................................................................211
SUPPORT ...................................................................................................................211
PLATINUM SERVICE .....................................................................................................211
PRODUCT REGISTRATION.............................................................................................211
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P r e f a c e
P r e f a c e
This Product Manual gives information about the Open Labs Miko LXD production station, as per
Generation 5 specifications.
Manual Organization
The chapters in this User Manual are arranged as follows:
•Introduction: information and overviews of an Open Labs production station.
•Getting Started: information on preparing our Open Labs production station for use.
•First time: instructions on what to expect from the software and hardware environment of our
Open Labs production station.
•Pla ing Sounds: instructions on how to use Riff and Kars n to pla sounds with our Open Labs
production station.
•Recording: instructions on how to use the DAW REAPER with our Open Labs Production Station.
•MIDI Mapping: information about mFusion, and using mFusion to create MIDI controller
assignments.
•MimiK Manual: instructions on how to mimik ke boards and MIDI sound modules.
•Hardware Maintenance: information regarding the need to make hardware changes.
•Appendix: information about preinstalled software, audio hardware. As well as an appendix for
learning the basics of professional audio.
Useful Suggestions
This manual has a fair amount of information, however, from time to time ou ma not find what
ou need to know in this manual. Ever application that comes with an Open Labs production
station has a manual. These are usuall in either a .PDF format or HELP file format, and can be
located in their “c:\Program Files\Product Name” folder.
Also, Google or Wikipedia are both great resources for finding more detailed information on the
application ou require assistance with.
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1
C h a p t e r 1 – I n t r o d u c t i o n
C h a p t e r 1 – I n t r o d u c t i o n
Welcome to the Open Labs MiKo LXD. Please read this manual thoroughl in order to familiarize
ourself with the unit. Please keep this manual in a safe place for further reference.
Open Labs creates the ultimate performance and studio instruments. Based on the OpenS nth™
platform, Open Labs production stations free ou from frustrating limitations imposed b closed,
proprietar s stems, while still maintaining the virtues of an all in one ke board instrument.
Open Sounds: Open Labs production stations can emulate almost an instrument ever invented
b hosting industr standard VSTi software s nthesizers, samplers, and audio processing plug-ins.
Open System: Open Labs production stations utilize industr standard motherboards and
processors that allow ou to run standard operating s stems (such as Microsoft Windows), and use
standard PC-compatible hardware.
All in One: Open Labs production stations all in one design eliminates the clutter and confusion of
traditional desktop computer s stems, so ou can focus on our music.
User Friendly: Open Labs production stations enable ou to change settings and access programs
through an eas -to-use interface that shields ou from the complexities of the operating s stem.
Power to Rock: Open Labs production stations can accommodate the fastest processors
available, more RAM, and more storage than an other music workstation.
Low Latency: Open Labs production stations give ou near-zero latenc even under high
processor loads.
Versatility: Open Labs production stations are so versatile, that the can run virtuall an plug-in
or application designed for the Windows XP operating s stem, including products from Steinberg,
Native Instruments, IK Multimedia and man others!
ring It!: Equipped with PCI/PCI-E slots that can accept up to full size cards, Open Labs
production stations can accommodate our favorite Creamware. TC, and, Universal Audio cards,
providing unsurpassed power. Open Labs production stations also features PCI-Express (PCIEX1)
slots, offering even greater expansion potential.
Modern Art: With a sleek, modern design incorporating an aluminum chassis, Open Labs
production stations are as beautiful as the are powerful.
Surfboard: An ethernet port allows ou to directl access the Internet, and to quickl and easil
download upgrades, sounds, and applications.
The versatilit to grow and adapt to ever musician’s needs is wh Open Labs production stations
are unique. Extreme care should be taken when installing new hardware and software. Installing
the wrong components could cause great instabilit to our Open Labs production station. Please
contact support openlabs.com before hardware changes.
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Open Labs Production Station Components
DVD/CDRW Drive
Open Labs production stations come standard with a DVD/CD-writer, so that ou ma use it as a
backup device, or to create audio CDs of our music. The DVD/CDRW drive can also be used to
pla CDs, DVDs, or install software.
Hard Drive
The hard drive is the main ph sical storage device for all our data and applications. Because hard
drives are delicate devices, alwa s treat them with care.
Power utton/Reset utton
The power switch and reset button are located in the recessed area on the right side of the
ke board.
Audio Interface
Open Labs production stations include a mutichannel audio interface. Please refer to Chapter 2 for
information about the specific audio input/output features of our Open Labs production station.
US Ports (2)
Two rear USB ports allow connections to USB devices.
Internal US Port
All Open Labs production stations have at least one unused USB port located inside the chassis.
This is ideal for USB software protection devices.
External Monitor Port
The monitor port allows ou to connect an monitor with a standard VGA connector to our Open
Labs production station.
Ethernet 10/1000
The Ethernet port will accept a single high-speed cable connection. This will allow ou to share
files, print, and access the Internet.
DIMM Expansion Slots
If our Open Labs production station is currentl fitted with less than 4GB of RAM, ou can install
additional memor . Open Labs production stations support 240-pin, DDR2 DIMMs. Call technical
support for details about expanding an Open Labs production station’s memor capacit .
PCI/PCI-E Expansion Slots
PCI and PCI-Express slots are for adding additional hardware boards such as I/O cards, DSP cards,
or additional graphics boards. Add-in boards should all be Microsoft Windows XP compatible. If ou
are unsure, please call Open Labs technical support.
Performance Controllers
An Open Labs production station’s top panel contains a variet of faders, knobs, buttons, DJ A/B
fader and drum pads. All of these ma be mapped to control the functions of various applications,
instruments, sequencing software, etc.
Touchscreen Monitor
Open Labs production stations comes with a touchscreen monitor. The touchscreen can be
accessed using our fingertips, or a plastic st lus. The touchscreen provides an alternative method
of inputting commands. It can be used b itself as the sole source of command input, or it can be
used in conjunction with the built-in ke board and track pad, or a standard ke board and mouse.
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About the Touchscreen Monitor
Here are a few techniques that will help ou get the most out of the touchscreen:
•Rather than using the flat portion of our finger, use our fingernail. B using our nail, ou
make contact with a smaller portion of our finger and get greater accurac .
•To have a “right-click” effect with our finger, tap and hold down on the screen with our
finger. In a moment, the right-click options will pop up for ou.
•For fine details, use the supplied touchpad. Either use a finger on the touchpad with a
thumb on the left button for clicking, or use two hands.
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2
C h a p t e r 2 - G e t t i n g S t a r t e d
C h a p t e r 2 - G e t t i n g S t a r t e d
Unpacking and Setting up your Open Labs Production Station
The first time ou open the box, ou should ensure that all the parts are enclosed. Because each
Open Labs production station ma be customized with different options, ou should validate its
contents with our order. Ensure that all components are included and that none of them were
damaged during shipping.
Select a flat tabletop near a stable power source, preferabl one that is surge-protected, or an
uninterrupted power suppl (UPS) to unpack our Open Labs production station. Network
availabilit is also a plus, especiall if ou plan to transfer work through a local area network
(LAN).
Rear Panel Layout
On an Open Labs production station’s back panel ou will find:
1. VGA monitor out port
2. Auto voltage switching power suppl
3. Firewire 400 port
4. Ethernet (10/100/1000)
5. Two USB ports
6. PS/2 ke board connector
7. Audio/MIDI I/O panel
Audio & MIDI Connections
Open Labs production station’s back panel provides six analog outputs, two analog inputs, stereo
S/PDIF digital I/O, and MIDI I/O. An additional coaxial digital output is located to the left of the
stereo S/PDIF I/O connectors. This output can be used to send stereo or multi-channel (up to 7.1)
audio to an external decoder, t picall the digital audio inputs of a home theater s stem.
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Rear Panel I/O:
See the end of this chapter for examples of connections to the various inputs and outputs.
Front Panel Audio Interface
There is also an audio interface located on the front of Open Labs production station, providing two
more audio inputs and an output for headphones.
The two inputs on this panel serve as preamps for either microphones or instruments (as opposed
to the rear panel inputs, which are appropriate for line-level signals). Phantom power ma be
turned on for use with condensor mics.
Both of the inputs utilize the Neutrik Combo connector, which lets ou use either 1/4” phone or
XLR connectors.
The 1/4” connectors are for use with an instrument (guitar, bass, etc.). When an instrument is
plugged into the instrument input, the microphone preamplifier is b passed and the interface
becomes an active instrument preamplifier.
Note: Active instruments are those that have an internal preamp or a line level output. Active
instruments should be plugged into a line input (located on the back) rather than into an
instrument input. In other words, don’t plug an active instrument into the combo jacks on
channels 1 or 2.
48-volt Phantom Power
Pressing this button will send phantom power to the mic inputs. When on, the button will light up.
Input Gain Control
Each channel has an input gain control knob and associated clip light. The following gain structure
is provided for each channel:
Microphone Input XLR: 45dB of variable gain (+14dB to +55dB)
Instrument HiZ Input TS 1/4”: 45dB variable gain (+8dB to +50dB)
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Clip Indicator: The clip indicator will light up if our input signal from the XLR (Mic) or ¼” (line)
reaches +18dBu (0dBfs). At this level, our mic preamp/line trim signal ma not exhibit signs of
clipping such as distortion. However, this level will cause the A/D (analog to digital) converters to
clip. Therefore, it is highl recommended that ou do not allow our converters to clip (the clip
indicators to light up) as the sound qualit will not be desirable.
Main Level: This knob allows control over the output level. It has a range of -80db to +10dB.
Headphone ¼” Jack: This is where ou connect our headphones.
Phones Knob: The phones knob controls the amount of volume going to the headphone output on
the front of the unit. Notice the volume indicator goes to 11 (loud). Use this setting with caution.
Red- lue Power/Sync Light: This light is a clock (s nc) indicator. It lets ou know if our unit is
receiving wordclock correctl . Wordclock is the manner b which digital devices s nc frame rates.
Proper wordclock s nc prevents digital devices from having pops, clicks, or distortion in the audio
signal (due to mismatched digital audio transmission).
•Blue – solid s nc
•Red – s nc not present.
•Flashing Red and Blue – external s nc not present
Please note:
1. Open Labs production stations have cooling vents on the back panel and on the underneath
the chassis. Make sure that none of these vents are obstructed.
2. There should be ample room on the left side of our Open Labs production stations to allow
for the DVD/CD-ROM tra to eject without obstruction.
Connecting the Cables
Open Labs production stations contain all the common interfaces ou would find on a computer
workstation. On the back panel ou will find two USB ports, one VGA-monitor port, Ethernet port
(10/1000), Firewire 400, PS/2 ke board, the audio I/O connectors, MIDI I/O and pedal inputs.
Before powering the Open Labs production station:
Connect the s stem to an uninterrupted power suppl . The MiKo LXD has an auto voltage
switching powersupply.
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Connect our Open Labs production station’s audio outputs to our monitoring s stem.
-or-
1. Main Volume Control
2. Headphone volume
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There are two power switches on the MiKo LXD. One is located on the power suppl in the rear,
and the other power switch is located on the right side end bell within the recessed area. The
MiKo LXD has an auto switching powersupply.
The main power button diagram
1. Hard Drive Activit Light
2. S stem Power Indicator - Shows a green light when the unit is powered on.
3. Main Power Button - Use this button to start the Miko. Holding this button down will force the
system to shut down.
4. Power Reset Button - Pressing this will perform a hard reset of the system.
Power suppl power button diagram
1. This is the switch that turns on the power suppl , it is necessar to have this in the "ON" position
before the machine will power up. The button itself has two s mbols upon it, a circle and a
straight line, the circle is "OFF", the line represents "ON".
Connect to our Open Labs production station an external items ou plan to use, such as USB
devices, an external video monitor, additional MIDI-equipped devices, sustain pedal, etc.
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asic Connection Diagrams
The following picture shows examples of the rear audio and MIDI connections.
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The following picture shows examples of the front audio connections.
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