User manual M-AUDIO X-SESSION PRO

[. . . ] It is not supported under Windows 2000, Windows 98, or Windows Me. Visit the Windows update web pages to make certain you have the most current updates and fixes supplied by Microsoft. Macintosh X-Session Pro is supported under Mac OS X version 10. 3. 9 / 10. 4. 7, or later. Earlier versions of the operating system are not supported. Hardware* Windows < Pentium III 500 MHz (higher speed CPU may be necessary for laptops) < 256MB RAM Macintosh < Macintosh G3**600 / G4**667MHz (higher speed CPU may be necessary for laptops) < 256MB RAM *M-Audio suggests checking the minimum system requirements for your software, as they may be greater than the above specifications. [. . . ] Kensington Security Slot ­ This jack is compatible with Kensington security cables to protect your device from theft. Using X-Session Pro M any DJ and audio applications (such as Ableton Live, Propellerhead Reason, Native Instruments Traktor, and others) now include a "MIDI Learn" function. This feature allows you to quickly assign the buttons, knobs, or sliders of the X-Session Pro to control specific parameters within the software. X-Session Pro can control any software that has this functionality. The "learn" function varies from application to application and you will need to refer to your software's user guide to find out how to use this feature. 7 If your software does not have this functionality, it may still be possible to manually assign the program's features to be controlled by the specific MIDI CC data generated by the knobs, buttons, and sliders of the X-Session Pro. Refer to your software's user guide to see if this is possible. If manually assigning features is possible in your software, see Appendix A for a complete listing of MIDI CC information generated by the knobs, buttons, and sliders of the X-Session Pro. X-Session Pro User Guide 7 Troubleshooting -Session Pro is a professional-quality controller that has been tested under a wide variety of conditions. Despite our thorough testing, X-Session Pro can be used in nearly limitless situations and certain scenarios may result in unexpected performance. This section will highlight some of the most common difficulties users may experience and provide tips to remedy these problems. First and foremost, we recommend that you avoid connecting several USB devices to the same port on your computer. While USB is a dependable protocol that is well suited for audio applications, it is important to remember that audio and multimedia applications place considerable demands on your processor and the USB bus. Although it is theoretically possible to connect numerous devices to one USB port, doing so may cause complications with your hardware and software. X 8 If you have reduced your number of USB devices and continue to have trouble with X-Session Pro, please check the following: < Verify that the X-Session Pro drivers are properly installed. · In Windows XP, go to the control panel and double-click the System icon (under Performance and Maintenance if you are in Category view). · Select the Hardware tab and click the Device Manager button. · Click the plus sign ("+") next to Sound, Video and Game Controllers, and locate the "X-Session USB" and "X-Session MIDI" or "USB Audio Device" listing. If you see a question mark or exclamation point next to either the X-Session USB or X-Session MIDI listing, you nay need to reinstall the driver software. · If you are using X-Session Pro as a class-compliant device and you see a question mark or exclamation point next to a "USB Audio Device" listing, disconnect X-Session Pro to see if this item disappears from the Device Manager window. If it does disappear, try connecting X-Session Pro to a different USB port to see if this resolves the problem. < Make sure your DJ or audio application has been set up to use the controller. Open your application's control panel and verify that the software is configured to receive the MIDI data generated by X-Session Pro. < Double-check that your USB cable is properly plugged in. < If you are using a USB hub, try connecting X-Session Pro directly to your computer. If X-Session Pro is properly controlling your DJ software, but you are hearing clicks, pops, or other problems while playing music: < Make sure your input and output levels are not too loud, as this can cause distortion and clipping. [. . . ] < Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Soft­ und Hardware GmbH. VST is a trademark of Steinberg Soft­ und Hardware GmbH X-Session Pro Tested to comply with FCC standards FOR HOME OR STUDIO USE WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Product features, specifications, system requirements and availability are subject to change without notice. [. . . ]