User manual M-AUDIO X-SESSION PRO

[. . . ] **G3/G4 accelerator cards are not supported; native USB port required. X-Session Pro User Guide 5 Installation -Session Pro is a class-compliant device. This means Windows XP and Mac OS X computers will automatically recognize and install X-Session Pro once the controller is connected to the computer--you are not required to install any drivers or perform any installation procedures. Once the X-Session Pro drivers are installed, you may need to configure your DJ software to accept MIDI signals from the controller. Refer to your program's user guide to learn how to do this. X 5 Advanced Windows XP users who require multi-client support (i. e. , using the controller with more than one application at the same time) will need to install the special X-Session Pro multi-client drivers. [. . . ] 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. 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. 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). · 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. < 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. Larger buffer sizes will result in higher audio latencies, but will improve system performance and resolve many clicking and popping issues. Consult your audio interface or DJ software's user guide for more information about this. < If you are using X-Session Pro with another USB audio interface and are experiencing clicks and pops, try disconnecting X-Session Pro and see if it improves your situation. If so, reconnect your X-Session Pro to a different USB port on your computer and make sure that X-Session Pro and your USB audio device are internally connected to separate USB controllers (i. e. , they are not sharing the resources of one controller). [. . . ] < Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. < Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. 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. [. . . ]