JLCooper FM4/100 USB User Manual
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1. The FaderMaster 4 100 is a 4 channel automation controller It can control computer based applications such as audio editing music production video editing animation and scientific visualization Features Controls audio video and animation applications Four 100mm touch sensitive motorized faders 8 virtual faders accomplished via bank switching Select Solo Mute and Aux keys Implements all functions of JL Cooper MCS 3000x Physically compatible with MCS3S and other MCS Pro series products in the deep chassis Durable compact all metal construction e Single captive cable minimizes footprint Interface The FaderMaster 4 100 USB comes with a standard USB interface that connects to any computer that has a USB interface Controls Figure 1 Control Location 1 Faders Prominently featured on the top panel of the unit are four 100mm touch sensitive motorized faders Because the faders are motorized the faders can respond to updates from your system or software package 2 Fader Buttons and LEDs Above the each fader is a button with a corresponding LED These buttons and LEDs provide control for various functions such as SELECT SOLO MUTE and AUXiliary These buttons are momentary acting Your system or computer software controls the LEDs 3 Function Select Buttons To the left side are four buttons which select the functionality of the buttons above the faders 4 Inc Dec Buttons Changes the fader bank The2. CONTACT THE SHIPPER FOR PROPER CLAIMS PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE OR LOSS RESULTING FROM SHIPMENT THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE GOVERENED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA 26
3. Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for 3 JLCooper USB to Serial Port Click Finish to close the wizard Back Click Finish This completes the second part of the driver 13 5 Open the device manager and click the symbol next to the Ports COM amp LPT as seen on the next page Device Manager File Action View Help e H YSa a282383 8a t eee Heel el E o 4 JOEPC iy Computer we Disk drives E Display adapters 2 DVD CD ROM drives E Floppy disk controllers d Floppy disk drives y Human Interface Devices E IDE ATA ATAPI controllers uy Keyboards 3 Mice and other pointing devices Monitors E Network adapters EY Ports COM amp LPT Communications Port COM1 aF ECP Printer Port LPT1 9 AUSB Serial Port COM6 SB Processors Sound video and game controllers y System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers 6 Look for the item USB Serial Port There will be a COM port next to it This 1s the COM port associated with your FaderMaster 4 100 You will use this to specify which COM port your application will use to access the FaderMaster 4 100 14 Operation Faders Since there are only 4 physical faders only 4 faders can be manipulated and shown at any time The use of all 8 faders is accomplished through bank switching The faders are arranged in two grou
4. Use the check boxes below to limit or expand the default search which includes local paths and removable media The best driver found will be installed Search removable media floppy CD ROM Include this location in the search C Documents and SettingsJoe Desktop JLCooper w Don t search will choose the driver to install Choose this option to select the device driver from a list Windows does not guarantee that the driver you choose will be the best match for your hardware lt Back 1 Next gt Cancel Select Search for the best driver in these locations and 12 Include this location in the search Select the folder where you extracted the drivers Found New Hardware Wizard Please wait while the wizard searches E JLCooper USB to Serial Port E S Hardware Installation The software you are installing for this hardware JLCooper USB to Serial Port has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing Continue Anyway STOP Installation Click Continue Anyway Found New Hardware Wizard
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6. upper right hand corner of the preview window 19 5 Select Plug in settings Select Jog Fader x Jog Fader Jog Fader Reconnect COM3 Reconnect Left Right Down BEA Delete Alt D Ctrl Pad Ctrl Pad Default Ctrl Left Alt N Ctrl D Export Import Cancel Apply In the Fader section set the COM port that appeared in the Device Manager 6 Click Reconnect 7 Click OK Your FaderMaster is now ready to use with Edius Pro Consult the Edius Pro documentation for operational details of the FaderMaster 4 100 20 Technical Information Communication Communications with the USB unit follows the MIDI specification Faders When a fader is moved the FaderMaster 4 100 sends the following message Bnh 07h Oxxxxxxxx 27h Oy000000 n 0 to 7 corresponding to faders 1 thru 8 XXXXXXX Most significant 7 bits of fader position y Least significant bit of fader position For example Fader 2 moved to full scale FFh would yield Blh 07h 7Fh 27h 40h Conversely to command a fader to move to a specified position the same message format is used Sending the least significant bit is optional For example the commands B3h 07h 39h and B3h 07h 39h 27h 00h are interpreted identically 2 Note Since there are only four physical faders reception of a fader position command for a fader not selected on the current bank will be stored in
7. FaderMaster 4 100 USB Desktop Automation Controller Users Manual Second Edition JMG sare zeraoncg FaderMaster 4 100 USB USB Automation Controller User s Manual Second Edition Part Number 932103 Copyright 2008 JLCooper Electronics 142 Arena Street El Segundo CA 90245 USA 1 310 322 9990 www jlcooper com All rights reserved worldwide FaderMaster 4 100 FaderMaster Professional FaderMaster Pro FaderMaster MCS 3800 MCS 3400 MCS 3000 MCS 3000x and MCS 3000 Series are the property of JLCooper Electronics All other product names are the property of their respective owners 2 Table of Contents dz rr or sese sses eoe 5 TWAV ODUM CHO s m 6 Igi e 6 Pnterfat Jeep 6 rond er 7 System Requirements sivisscscssssseessseccisossixsoessbivessvavacsoevascsenensveucaceenes 9 IIS UHOH se tette tibns ecole uad tU t ndr 9 Unpacking oeoonracvake tuse ueteri reri sessao eversa Re pei died 9 Physical Setup ues poit pe aou oe ena ososi sose a PN ERE NIE petsxe S es 9 TROON UD mE meant 9 CONTI GULATION 5scsisessoheasasnssusosseaysdsuiassvoresbeiedevencseasauecgniedeansusserns 10 OOP VA 11 C siseses HERI TES pt M TO 15 EL EE toe irce e IER A EI lesen NR UN ie tes pe UE 15 Function Select io oae b ba xe adr et 16 ZppDICOIOHS eit s ini Ct oie ode sasoin CH vei CY e edo Ce be duo adus 17 Technical Information eee eeseeseses
8. FaderMaster 4 100 internally keeps track of 8 fader channels However since the FaderMaster 4 100 only has 4 physical faders the INC DEC buttons allow the user to select the four channels that the unit controls at any given time DEC selects channels 1 2 3 amp 4 which is the default after power is applied while INC selects channels 5 6 7 amp 8 System Requirements Any computer PC or Macintosh with a USB interface Installation Unpacking When unpacking the unit please keep the original packaging in the event the unit needs to be shipped The unit is packed with the following items FaderMaster 4 100 Universal Power Supply This Users Manual Physical Setup e Mount the unit on a solid surface away from dust or moisture e Connect the provided power supply to the unit e Connect the power supply to a proper power outlet e Connect the FaderMaster 4 100 to your system as outlined below Hookup The FaderMaster 4 100 USB connects to a USB port in your computer It can connect to a computer such as a Mac or PC Configuration Macintosh To install your FaderMaster 4 100 USB on your Mac you only need to plug your unit into a USB port on your Mac Windows To install your FaderMaster 4 100 USB on your PC 1 Download the latest USB drivers from the JLCooper website They can be can be downloaded from http www jlcooper com pages downloads html The file is called JLCooper USB Drivers for Windows 2 Extra
9. ard Please wait while the wizard searches e JLCooper USB Controller Cancel Hardware Installation A The software you are installing for this hardware JLCooper USB Controller has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing 1 Continue Anyway STOP Installation Click Continue Anyway 11 Found New Hardware Wizard Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for e JLCooper USB Controller Click Finish to close the wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for JLCooper USB to Serial Port If your hardware came with an installation CD QP or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Q Install the software automatically Recommended Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next to continue Select Install from a list or specific location and click Next Found New Hardware Wizard Please choose your search and installation options Search for the best driver in these locations
10. ct the file 3 Plug your unit into an available USB port on your PC 4 When the Windows New Hardware Wizard starts follow these steps Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for JLCooper USB Controller D If your hardware came with an installation CD Q or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Q Install the software automatically Recommended inst n Advanced Click Next to continue Select Install from a list or specific location and click Next 10 Found New Hardware Wizard Please choose your search and installation options Search for the best driver in these locations Use the check boxes below to limit or expand the default search which includes local paths and removable media The best driver found will be installed Search removable media floppy CD ROM Include this location in the search C Documents and Settings Joe Desktop JLCooper s Browse Don t search will choose the driver to install Choose this option to select the device driver from a list Windows does not guarantee that the driver you choose will be the best match for your hardware lt Back m aui Cancel Select Search for the best driver in these locations and Include this location in the search Select the folder where you extracted the drivers Found New Hardware Wiz
11. er supply and grounded power cord Plug the power supply into a grounded power outlet Do not use unit if power cord is frayed or damaged Use the unit indoors Do not use the unit if it is wet or in a damp environment Do not use if a foreign object or liquid has fallen into the unit Do not use if the unit has been damaged Do not clean or lubricate the faders Use only a damp cloth to clean the unit Unplug the unit when not in use Do not use the unit during an electrical storm 23 Troubleshooting The FaderMaster 4 100 is a rather straightforward device that does not require any programming to setup The unit works right out of the box Try these steps before calling a Customer Service Rep None of the Function Select LED illuminate Check power supply Faders stick all the way up or down Discontinue use immediately and contact service center Unit is not recognized by computer Verify that the MIDI port drivers are installed Verify that unit is plugged into correct USB port Application does not respond to faders Verify that the computer shows that the FaderMaster 4 100 device is installed Verify that fader automation is set to WRITE Faders do not respond to application Verify that application supports external faders Verify that application is configured to send fader messages Verify that fader automation is set to READ Application does not respond to button
12. o implement any function Please consult your documentation 16 Applications Using the FaderMaster 4 100 with Computer Based Applications Configuring the FaderMaster for use with Edius Edius Pro 3 from Canopus directly supports the FaderMaster 4 100 over the COM port To configure Edius to use the FaderMaster 4 100 follow these steps 1 Open the device manager and click the symbol next to the Ports COM amp LPT as seen on the next page 17 Device Manager File Action View Help e E S amp fb m m Computer See Disk drives E Display adapters DVD CD ROM drives 4 Floppy disk controllers 43 Floppy disk drives E5 Human Interface Devices 3 IDE ATA ATAPI controllers gt Keyboards Mice and other pointing devices Monitors BB Network adapters Ports COM amp LPT Communications Port COM1 AY ECP Printer Port LPT1 y Sf Processors H Sound video and game controllers System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers 2 Look for the item USB Serial Port There will be aCOM port next to it This is the COM port associated with your FaderMaster 4 100 You will use this to specify which COM port your application will use to access the FaderMaster 4 100 Close the Device Manager Note You can change the COM port by opening the properties window of this device 18 3 Launch Edius Saleen Car 08 4 Click the settings icon in the
13. ps of 4 faders The Inc Dec button selects the bank to make active When the unit is first powered on Bank 1 faders 1 4 is active When the INC button is pressed Bank 2 faders 5 8 is active Bank 1 can be selected by pressing the DEC button The FaderMaster 4 100 internally keeps track of all 8 faders For example if the INC button is pressed the FaderMaster 4 100 will remember the settings of Faders 1 4 Pressing the DEC button will restore the faders to their original positions Additionally if the computer made updates to the fader position those positions would be remember even if they were part of a bank that was not currently selected This also holds true for the LEDs above the faders The FaderMaster 4 100 will remember the settings of the LEDs when the banks are changed 15 Function Select The Fader buttons can produce various actions in your application Typically the Fader buttons can be set to perform a SELECT SOLO MUTE or any other command that your software package might use The SELECT function normally performs a track select or track arm Pressing this button selects the track for recording or editing The MUTE function is straightforward This usually mutes the selected track during playback or record The SOLO function typically mutes all other tracks except the selected tracks The AUX function is dependent on the software package you are using The software manufacturer can use this button t
14. rted complaint the availability of parts required for repair the availability of related products needed to evaluate the product if necessary Priority services are available at additional cost These should be discussed with the service technician at the time the return authorization is issued This warranty provides only the benefits specified and does not cover defects or repairs needed as result of acts beyond the control of JLCooper including but not limited to abuse damage by accident negligence modification alteration improper use unauthorized servicing tampering or failure to operate in accordance with the procedures outlined in the owner s manual nor for natural or man made events such as but not limited to flooding lightning tornadoes earthquake fire civil unrest war etc THE DURATION OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER IMPLIED OR EXPRESS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN JLCOOPER HEREBY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF TIME INCONVENIENCE DELAY IN PERFORMANCE OF THIS WARRANTY THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR COMMERCIAL LOSS AND FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT JLCOOPER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OR LOSS RESULTING FROM THE NEGLIGENT OR INTENTIONAL ACTS OF THE SHIPPER OR HIS CONTRACT AFFILIATES THE CUSTOMER SHOULD
15. s Verify that driver and MCS Editor is installed Verify that MCS Editor keyset is configured for application Verify that buttons map to functions in application 24 Specifications Electrical Operating voltage Signal Interface Environmental Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Humidity Physical Unit Dimensions Shipping Dimensions Unit Weight Shipping Weight Compliance WEEE Compliant IEC PSE UL 100 240 Volts AC 50 60 Hz 0 45 Amps maximum USB 1 1 2 meter attached cable A type male connector 2 1mm coaxial power connector 10 C to 40 C 0 C to 50 C 20 to 80 noncondensing 10 to 90 noncondensing 34mm L x 32mm W x 28 4mm H 84 Lx 6 Wx 3 H 39 7mm L x 33 7mm W x 32mm H 144 L x 8 Wx 6 H 1 48kg 3 25lbs 2 64kg 5 801bs EN 55013 EN 55020 following the provisions of 89 336 EEC EMC Directive JET 1362 61010 2008 2 Listed E202402 25 JLCooper Electronics Limited Factory Warranty JLCooper Electronics JLCooper warrants this product to be free of defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase This warranty is non transferable and the benefits apply to the original owner Proof of purchase in the form of an itemized sales receipt is required for warranty coverage To receive service under this warranty customers in the United Sta
16. ternally until the operator has made a bank change Touch When a fader knob is touched or released the FaderMaster 4 100 sends the following message Bnh 4Ah OxxxxxxxxX n 0 to 7 corresponding to faders 1 thru 8 XXXXXXX 7Fh when the fader is touched and 00h when the fader is released Buttons LEDs The function select buttons determine the behavior of the buttons above the faders In the FaderMaster 4 100 there are 4 buttons that allow the user to directly select the function for the buttons above the faders An LED indicates the function selected for the buttons above the faders When a button above the fader is touched or released the FaderMaster 4 100 sends the following message Bnh Oxxxxxxx Oyyyyyyy n 0 to 7 corresponding to faders 1 thru 8 XXXXXXX button function see table on next page yyyyyyy 7Fh when the button is pressed and 00h when the button is released 22 Mute 46h Solo 47h Aux 48h Select 49h As with the faders the same message format is used illuminate the LEDs above the faders Note Since there are only four physical faders reception of a LED illuminate command for a fader not selected on the current bank will be stored internally until the operator has made a bank change Care and Service While the FaderMaster 4 100 was designed to deliver years of trouble free use there are some things to keep in mind while using this product Use only the provided pow
17. tes should contact the JLCooper factory at 1 310 322 9990 and speak with a service technician If necessary a Return Authorization number may be issued For our customers outside the United States it is recommended that you first contact your Dealer or Distributor since they may offer their own service or support policy If local support is not obtainable please send a FAX to JLCooper s Service Department at 1 310 335 0110 with a detailed description of the service required Upon issuance of return authorization the product should be properly packed and shipped to Service Department JLCooper Electronics 142 Arena Street El Segundo CA 90245 Please include the following copy of the sales receipt your name and address no P O Boxes please a brief description of the problem and any other related items discussed with the service department and considered necessary to evaluate the product or effect a repair The return authorization number must be clearly written on the outside of the package JLCooper will at its option without charge for parts or labor either repair or replace the defective part s Shipping costs are not covered by this warranty JLCooper s normal repair turn around time at the factory is approximately 15 business days from receipt of product to shipping Your actual turn around time will include return shipping Actual turn around time will vary depending upon many factors including the repeatability of the customer s repo
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