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1. In case of a restart the Rhizome will wrongly restart and its 4 screens will be black Please refer to the FAO section of this guide to cancel that problem p13 EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 11 12 FAO LIST A password message appears it asks to change the password You have entered a Password When connect an external screen the resolution is low and the Rhizome application is disturbed The Rhizome application starts on the external screen Step 1 leave both fields empty and push twice the ENTER key of your keyboard or select OK twice with your mouse Step 2 if the Rhizome application starts on the wrong window please refer to problem N 1 above Step 1 please click on the link below to download the batch file http www feeltune com download rhizome_psw zi Step 2 unzip and copy paste the rhizome password bat file in a USB storage device Step 3 start the Rhizome and then enter your password Step 4 push the SEQUENCER SONG button the application starts Step 5 push the SHIFT button and then the L3 USER 6 button the application stops Step 6 connect the USB storage device to the Rhizome Step 7 double click on the rhizome password bat file Step 8 a command window opens do not hit a password and hit Enter repeat this again the command window closes Step 9 push the SEQUENCER SONG button the application starts Push the SEQUENCER SONG button a session starts2. EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY GETTING STARTED col reeltune TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUETION ar ee ec 3 2 SECURITY WARNINGS 4 3 DETAILED AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 4 IMPORTANT NOTICES cisini 6 5 REAR PANEL sssusa saa eu en 7 6 RECOMMENDATIONS lt iuiuiaisaaseiaaaa naar nen 8 7 INSTALLING THIRD PARTY HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE 8 8 STARTING THE RHIZOME oooooioioo aa n a 9 9 SWITCHING THE RHIZOME APPLICATION OFF RESET 10 10 SWITCHING THE RHIZOME OFF on the 11 11 SWITCHING THE RHIZOME OFF with Windows XP 11 12 FAO Eee es 12 EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 1 INTRODUCTION Dear User thank you for choosing the Rhizome We are very proud to count you amongst our first 100 users This status will give you special advantages e Free upgrade of the software during 2 years e Skype conference with our products specialists e Avery specific attention to your needs questions and possible problems Your user guide is available by download on our web site First of all think about register your product on our web site to get a full access to our OS updates Register process 1 go to http en feeltune com support register customer html 2 fillthe form 3 Enter your licence XPE 3 last chars 4 Enter your serial number 2
3. Step 10 push the POWER button then select SHUTDOWN Step 11 push the POWER button Step 12 adjust the resolution of your external screen please see the manual Step 1 you have to configure your screen resolution please see the manual Step 1 push the SEQUENCER SONG button Step 2 push the SHIFT button and then push the L3 USER 6 button to close the application Step 3 please check your external screen resolution configuration please see the manual Step 4 push the SEQUENCER SONG button the application restarts in the Rhizome display 5 icons must appear Step 5 push the SEQUENCER SONG button opened a Rhizome empty project is EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 12 The Rhizome display is upside down The Rhizome started but the screen is black The Rhizome is frozen nothing is possible In the external screen a Windows box states Rhizome exe has encountered a problem and needs to close We are sorry for the inconvenience When you try to install a sound card or a Windows compatible peripheral a Windows box asks to enter the Windows XP SP3 DVD Step 1 connect a mouse and an external monitor to the Rhizome Step 2 right click on the d screen USB icon at the bottom right of the notification area of the task bar then select rotation parameter and choose upside down UK or 180 DE That can happen if you choose the restart option in the start menu o
4. last number Before using the device carefully read the sections entitled safety instructions and important notes These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the Rhizome The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference AFTER SALES SERVICE 33 0 4 84 25 2003 support feeltune com EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 2 SECURITY WARNINGS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISOUE DE CHOC ELECTRIOUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION To avoid risks of electric shock do not open the devices Refer all servicing to gualified service personnel Servicing is reguired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way WARNING To avoid fire or electric shocks hazards do not expose the device to rain or humidity N This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons AN This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product As per the 2002 96 CE European Directive devices bearing this label and sold in the countries of the European Union must be recycled as per regulation of the country Technical specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice The
5. L OUTPUT D SUB 15 PINS Analog access 2 female XLR inputs 2 male XLR outputs 1 female Jack 6 35 output phones amp MIDI 1 DIN MIDI input 1 DIN MIDI output with included RME BO9632XLRMKH adapter USB 6 USB plugs for MIDI controllers storage keys amp disks audio amp MIDI interface i Lock amp Synchrosoft keys keyboard mouse ETHERNET RJ 45 Connect an Ethernet RJ 45 network cord to register the Rhizome online and download plug in amp sound banks only on authorized websites A For the security of your device the Rhizome is only opened to approve audio websites and not allowed to access the entire web FIREWIRE IEEE 1394 Connect third party audio interfaces HDMI Connect a HDMI screen DVI I Connect a display screen to the Rhizome to edit some VST plugins install your plugins and softwares or organize your data VGA compliance with included adapter PS2 PORT Connect a mouse or a keyboard MOTHERBOARD AUDIO ACCESS A These connectors are not used in the Rhizome Do not connect anything here EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 6 RECOMMENDATIONS Please always connect a keyboard and mousse when you are using your Rhizome N You have to connect an external screen for the first utilizations Please at the first uses refer to the FAQ list in this guide AN When windows XPE starts in the Rhizome Screens the Windows LOGO is upside down don t worry That s normal 7 INSTALLING THIRD
6. PARTY HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE As the Rhizome is based on a Microsoft Windows kernel he has the same behaviour of a classical computer Connect a keyboard a mouse and a display screen then look at the manual of the Microsoft Windows XP compliant hardware and software to install new components A The vst plugins folder is C Rhizome Vstplugins If a plugin is installed elsewhere as this place it will be ignored by the Rhizome host Please refer to the user manual for more information EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 8 STARTING THE RHIZOME Installation and connections Place your Rhizome on a stable and safe support connect the provided RME BO9632XLRMRH adapter on the connector D Sub ofthe RME sound card see connector 6 ofthe rear panel page 5 A If you wish to use an alphanumeric keyboard or a mouse via the PS2 connector connect it now If you wish to connect one or more additional screens connect it or them now Once all peripherals and cables are connected connect the power supply cord enclosed in the specific connector Safety starting POWER LO 2 The Rhizome has a first starting process referenced as safety starting process you will hear the fan working the buttons of the transport bar will switch on in cycle the Rhizome will switch off after 20 seconds If the safety starting process is not automatically operated press once on the key POWER and wait for the first switch off A This pr
7. cially near plugs electric extension leads and device Only use accessories or additional devices specified by the manufacturer Only use with carts stand tripod and work surfaces recommended by the manufacturer or supplied with the device If a cart is used it must be with caution to avoid injury in case of fall Unplug the device during lightning storms or if unused for a long period of time All service operations must be done by a qualified professional No service is necessary expect if the device has been damaged in any way damages on the power supply cord or the plug for instance or if a liquid has been spilt inside the device or if an object has fallen into it or if it has been exposed to rain or humidity or if it does not operate properly or if it has been dropped EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 4 IMPORTANT NOTICES 1 Be cautious when using rotating encoders and buttons Rough manipulation could lead to dysfunctions 2 When you plug and unplug wires hold connectors Never pull on the cords 3 Toavoid damaging your hearing system and your sound system heed to a reasonable sound level Never listen to loud music for prolonged period as it could cause deafness especially if you use headphones 4 When starting the software of the Rhizome check the master level as well as the sound system are at their minimum levels When listening to your track progressively high the volume up in order to reach the chosen sound lev
8. e Before to start a live performance in the PERF LIVE environment To switch the application off from any environment press SHIFT and then button L3 USER 6 application turns off the blue screen Rhizome appears EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 10 10 SWITCHING THE RHIZOME OFF on the machine Swith the Rhizome off POWER A If no additional screen has been added the total stop of the Rhizome is only possible from the application j From any environment press on POWER choose Shutdown by pressing on the selector of column 8 If an additional screen is connected and the Rhizome application is turned off you may switch off Windows using the standard procedure via menu Start by doing Start gt shut down Hibernation mode POWER The hibernation mode enables the Rhizome to restart more 5 quickly for the next start J From any environment press on POWER choose Hibernate by pressing on the selector of column If no additional screen is connected and the Rhizome application is switched off pressing on POWER will automatically lead to hibernation mode 11 SWITCHING THE RHIZOME OFF with Windows XP The Operating system of the Rhizome is Windows XPE When an external screen is connected you see the Windows XPE environment So it is possible to shut down the Rhizome from the task bar menu 3 d marrer A Please always choose the Shutdown option and never the Restart option
9. el without disturbing people near you and in respect of the law and regulations pertaining to individuals safety 5 In order to ventilate the device never start the Rhizome when it is in a flat position This position is only for storage and transport see hereunder 6 The Rhizome must be used according to the 2 last positions see hereunder the first one is only be used to the transport e To orientate the device pull both spring buttons located at the top of the handles towards the outside while lifting the device Once the Rhizome is in the chosen position the handles will block automatically 222 gt 9 22 A AT ze ay JA we Handles blocking buttons pull to unlock Rnizeme s EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 5 REAR PANEL 9595959585856 o gt 6 55 ss 10 EI 11 el J e 13 can B OEE eo Ts 12 3 4 15 6 bea 0 10 11 12 13 POWER PLUG Connect the power cord included to this inlet JACK OUTPUTS RHIZOME XE amp UXE These jacks 6 35 output the audio signal to your amplification system or mixer D SUB 9 PINS Digital SPDIF and AES access with RME BO9632 or BO968 adapters not included OPTICAL INPUT OPTICA
10. ey to another computer and open the Rhizome ini file with a text editor Step 6 the parameter asio driver is set to O by default Change this value to 1 Then close the ini file and restart the Rhizome software by pushing the SEQUENCER SONG button If the message Hardware input or output is not present or available appears open the ini again and try to increase the asio_driver value 2 3 until it works with your audio interface If it does not work return to default value 0 and contact the Feeltune support Step 1 the VST was installed in the wrong repertory Please uninstall the plugin and choose the Rhizome VSTplugins folder please see the manual Step 1 please call your local dealer or send a message to the Feeltune support team at support feeltune com EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 14
11. f the windows XPE task bar Step 1 from the windows XPE task bar do Start gt Shutdown Step 2 when the Rhizome is turned off unplug the electricity power cable be careful the Rhizome has to be turned off Step 3 push the power button the Rhizome has to be unplugged Step 4 plug the electricity power cable to the Rhizome Step 5 push the power button the Rhizome starts normally Step 1 press the ENTER key of your PC keyboard The application restarts automatically Step 2 a box appears with two possible choices Push LOAD to load the auto saved song Push CANCEL to open a new empty session Step 1 select the choose folder Step 2 select the HDD System Step 3 double click on the folder WINDOWS Step 4 double click on the folder ServicePackFiles the file that you are looking for is shown Step 5 select the file and click on OK Step 6 repeat the above process if necessary EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 13 9 The Rhizome sounds on the new audio Interface 10 you installed a plugin but you cannot see it in your instrument list 11 A windows box states Hardware input or output is not present or available Step 1 close the Rhizome software pushing the SHIFT button and then the L3 USER 6 button Step 2 select the HDD System Step 3 double click on the folder Rhizome Step 4 copy the Rhizomeiini file on a USB removable support Step 5 connect the USB k
12. information contained herein is correct at the time of printing All trademarks are the property of their respective owners FEELTUNE accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description photograph or statement contained herein Colors and specifications may vary slightly from product This manual is copyrighted No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying and recording of any kind for any purpose without express permission of FEELTUNE FEELTUNE is a trademark EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 3 DETAILED AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10 11 12 13 14 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all using instructions Do not use this device near water or any type of liquid Clean the device with a dry cloth Do not block ventilation openings of the device Install the device as per the instructions provided by the manufacturer Do not place the device near a heating source Never defeat the safety purpose of the bipolarized or grounding type plugs Grounding type plugs have two blades and a third grounding prong provided for safety If the provided plug or power supply cord do not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for the change of the outlet Install the power supply cord in a way to prevent any damage espe
13. ocess will be operated at each new plug in of the power cord of the Rhizome Start POWER 2 A During the starting process of the Rhizome or when it is switched on never unplug the power supply cord if the device is not turned off this could irreversibly damage your Rhizome A During the starting process do not press again on the power button if the Rhizome has not finalized its starting process as this could lead to hibernation mode and cause faulty starting process Press on POWER You will hear a first beep the buttons of the transport bar will switch on in cycle and continue to run You will hear a second beep the cycle of the lighting of the buttons ceases on the button STOP the screen Rhizome appears the Rhizome application runs various modules of the software appear Once the five modules Rhizome are present in zone 2 your Rhizome is ready to be used Access to the application by pressing one of the 3 buttons of function MIXER PERF LIVE or SEQUENCER SONG or SAMPLER VST EDITOR That s it You are ready to use the Rhizome EMPOWER YOUR CREATIVITY 9 SWITCHING THE RHIZOME APPLICATION OFF RESET SHIET L3 Ba The switching off ot the Rhizome application is recommended under several circumstances When installing VST plugins When using another software without adding an additional audio card Ableton Live Steinberg Cubase Propellerheads Reason When installing any other softwar
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