ICON Neuron 5 G2 Bedienungsanleitung
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User manual
Neuron 3 G2 / Neuron 5 G2 / Neuron 6 G2
25/49/61-note velocity-sensitive piano-action
USB MIDI controller keyboard.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to
rain or moisture
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 h
as 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.
Introduction
What's in the package
Features
Front Panel Layout
Getting Started
Connecting your Neuron G2 controller system
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Installing iMap Software for Windows
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Assigning MIDI functions with iMap
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix G
Control buttons layout
Rear panel layout
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iMap Software for Mac OS X
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iMap Neuron G2 software panel
Firmware upgrade
Restore the factory default settings
Vel. Curve
Services
Specifications
Appendix C
Appendix D
Appendix E
Appendix F
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Contents
Introduction
Please write your serial number here for future reference:
Purchased at:
Date of purchase:
Thank you for purchasing the ICON Neuron G2 USB MIDI controller keyboard. 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 find a detailed description of the features of the Neuron G2, as well as
a guided tour through its front and side panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and
use, and full specifications.
You'll also find a warranty card enclosed - please don't forget to fill it out and mail it so that
you can receive online technical support at: www.icon-global.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 Neuron G2 will operate without any
trouble for many years. We recommend that you record your serial number in the space
provided below for future reference.
What's in the package?
Neuron 3 G2 / Neuron 5 G2 / Neuron 6 G2 - 25/49/61-note
velocity-sensitive piano-action USB MIDI controller keyboard x 1
CD x 1
Quick Start Guide x 1
USB 2.0 cable x 1
App software – iMap （Mac & Windows）
User manual & QSG
DAW software – Samplitude 11 silver ICON edition
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Features
25-note velocity-sensitive piano-action USB MIDI controller keyboard.
PITCH BEND
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Transpose
Octave
Advanced Zone1/Range1 Zone2/Range2
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-
Reset
f1
Vel.
Curve Enter9765432 810RecallSaveMaxMin
Bank
MSB
Bank
LSB
Ctrl
Assign
Chan
Assign
Zone 2
Chan
Zone 1
Chan
Glob
Chan
Program Mute Layer
PanicSnapShot
e1 e2
e3 e4
PITCH BEND
MOD
Transpose
Octave
Advanced Zone1/Range1 Zone2/Range2
+
-
Reset e1 e2 e3 e4
f1
Vel.
Curve Enter9765432 810RecallSaveMaxMin
Bank
MSB
Bank
LSB
Ctrl
Assign
Chan
Assign
Zone 2
Chan
Zone 1
Chan
Glob
Chan
Program Mute Layer
PanicSnapShot
49-note velocity-sensitive piano-action USB MIDI controller keyboard.
PITCH BEND
MOD
Transpose
Octave
Advanced Zone1/Range1 Zone2/Range2
+
-
Reset e1 e2 e3 e4
f1
Vel.
Curve Enter9765432 810RecallSaveMaxMin
Bank
MSB
Bank
LSB
Ctrl
Assign
Chan
Assign
Zone 2
Chan
Zone 1
Chan
Glob
Chan
Program Mute Layer
PanicSnapShot
61-note velocity-sensitive piano-action USB MIDI controller keyboard.
Velocity-sensitive piano style keyboard
Combined pitch/modulation joystick
4 assignable rotary knobs for setting MIDI CC
1 assignable fader
3-segment LED screen
Octave up/down buttons
Transpose up/down buttons
Multi velocity curves available for selection
14 midi function buttons including 6 assignable transport buttons
Additional programming functions on keybed
20 non-volatile memory locations
Midi output jack
Expression & sustain pedal TRS connectors
Mackie control build-in for Cubase, Nuendo, Samplitude, Logic Pro and Abelton Live.
Mackie HUI protocol built-in for Pro Tools 9.
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iMap software included for easy mapping of MIDI functions
Class-compliant with Windows XP, Vista (32-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit & 64-bit), and
Mac OS X (IntelMac)
USB 2.0 high speed connectivity
2 different colors including Black and Silver
Firmware upgrade via USB cable
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Front Panel Layout
25/49/61-note key switches
25/49/61-note velocity-sensitive piano-action key switches
Modulation & pitch bend joystick
Vertically: Adjusts the modulation effect.
Horizontally: Adjusts the pitch bend. It will return to “center” when released
Control Buttons
Control, set, and activate the features of Neuron.
(Tip: Please refer to Appendix A for Mackie Control and HUI protocol functions)
Control buttons on the keybed
Neuron also uses some of the key switches to control, set and activate some
features of Neuron.
Knobs
The four rotary encoder knobs are generally used for controlling the track pan
position, aux send levels and EQ of your DAW. You may also preset them to adjust
specific parameters within plug-ins and virtual instruments.
(Tip: Please refer to Appendix A for Mackie Control and HUI protocol functions)
Fader
Programmable fader slide to adjust linear MIDI parameters such as volume or
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change the midi message with iMap software.
(Tip: Please refer to Appendix A for Mackie Control and HUI protocol functions)
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PITCH BEND
MOD
Transpose
Octave
Advanced Zone1/Range1 Zone2/Range2
+
-
Reset e1 e2 e3 e4
f1
Vel.
Curve Enter9765432 810RecallSaveMaxMin
Bank
MSB
Bank
LSB
Ctrl
Assign
Chan
Assign
Zone 2
Chan
Zone 1
Chan
Glob
Chan
Program Mute Layer
PanicSnapShot
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7Transpose/Octave Buttons
Raises or lowers the pitches played on your keyboard.
Octave: Press the “Right” arrow button to raise the pitch
Press the “Left” arrow button to lower the pitch
Transpose: Hold down the “Right” & “Left” arrow buttons together and tap the
key that represents the interval you would like to shift relative to Middle C.
Control buttons layout
Advanced
Press the “Advanced” button to control the functions on the key switches.
Zone 1 / Range 1
Press and hold: Set the first zone of your keybed
Press once: Activate the first zone of your keybed
Zone 2 / Range 2
Press and hold: Set the Second zone of your keybed
Press once: Activate the Second zone of your keybed
Program
Press the Program button to change the patch to a different sound.
Mute
Mute your Neuron G2.
Layer
Switch between the two layers for the knobs.
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PITCH BEND
MOD
Transpose
Octave
Advanced Zone1/Range1 Zone2/Range2
+
-
Reset e1 e2 e3 e4
f1
Vel.
Curve Enter9765432 810RecallSaveMaxMin
Bank
MSB
Bank
LSB
Ctrl
Assign
Chan
Assign
Zone 2
Chan
Zone 1
Chan
Glob
Chan
Program Mute Layer
PanicSnapShot
+ / - buttons
Use the “+” key to scroll towards higher values, or use the “-” key for lower values.
Glob Chan
Set the keybed (no zone setting allowed) global channel from 01 to 16.
Zone 1 Chan
Set the “Zone 1 keybed” midi channel from 01 to 16.
Chan Assign
Set the midi channel to the controllers such as fader, encoders & MMC buttons.
Ctrl Assign
Assign the CC number to the controllers such as fader, encoders & MMC buttons.
Bank LSB and Bank MSB
Bank MSB/LSB settings are used to change banks on sound modules or softsynths
that use more than one bank.
Min and Max
Set the “Minimum” and “Maximum” values of a controller such as fader or knob.
Vel. Curve
Select the available velocity curve of your keybed. For the different velocity
curve diagrams, please refer to P.14
Save and Recall
Save and recall settings from the 20 non-volatile memory locations. Mackie
Control protocol is stored in memory location 21 and HUI is stored in memory
location 22.
(Tip: Please refer to Appendix A for Mackie Control and HUI protocol functions)
0-9 and Enter
Numerical buttons and enter for input confirmation
Reset
Reset your keyboard settings to factory default.
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Rear panel layout
Expression Pedal Input
A standard expression pedal can be connected via this 1/4” input.
Sustain Pedal Input
This 1/4” jack can be used to connect a momentary footswitch, like a piano's
sustain pedal. (ICON SPD-01)
Midi Out Port
Use the MIDI Out terminal to connect an external synthesizer or sound module.
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Getting Started
Connecting your Neuron G2 controller system
1Connect the Neuron G2 to your Mac/PC via the USB port.
Choose a USB port on your Mac/PC and insert the wide (flat) end of the USB
cable. Connect the cable's small jack end to the Neuron G2. Your Mac/PC
should automatically “see” the new hardware and notify you that it is ready
to use.
Diagram 1 Diagram 2
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Expr Sustain
MIDI
Out
USB
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F5
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Break Lns Del
Home
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Set the Neuron G2's Mackie Control mode (or HUI mode) for your DAW
or make your own midi mapping for memory locations 1-20
Launch the iMap software and select the Mackie Control mode (or HUI mode)
according to your DAW in the “Control Mode” pull down menu.
Or in User Defined mode, set your preferred midi function for each controller
for memory locations 1-20.
Press the “MIDI Devices” button to select the Neuron G2 as the MIDI input and
output device. Press the “Send Data” button to upload the settings.
DAW setup
Dependent on what mode you have set your Neuron G2 with iMap, please set
your DAW as followings:
User Define mode: Select Neuron G2 as your MIDI In and Out device at your DAW.
Mackie Control mode: Add “Mackie Control” device and select Neuron G2 at
the MIDI In & Out sections.
HUI mode: Add “HUI” device and select Neuron G2 at the MIDI In & Out sections.
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iMap Software for Mac OS X
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Please follow the procedures below step-by-step to launch your iMap
software to Mac OS X
1Insert the Utility CD in your CD-Rom and double click “Neuron G2 iMap” icon.
Tips: By “drag and drop” the “Neuron G2 iMap” icon into the “Applications”
folder, you could create a “iMap” shortcut on your Mac's desktop.
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