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U-CONTROL UMX49/UMX61Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is tohave it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warrantyservice, please contact the retailer from whom the equipmentwas purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be locatedin your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries.Corresponding contact information is included in the originalequipment packaging (Global Contact Information/EuropeanContact Information). Should your country not be listed, pleasecontact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can befound in the support area of our website (www.behringer.com).Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps usprocess your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.Thank you for your cooperation!1.2 System requirementsFor USB operation, a current WINDOWS PC or MAC with aUSB connection is sufficient. Both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 aresupported. The UMX supports the USB MIDI compatibility ofWINDOWS XP and MAC OS X operating systems.The UMX can also be operated as a stand-alone MIDIcontroller with no PC connected. Software controlvia MIDI is also possible, provided your computerhas a MIDI interface.VRemotely controlling groove boxes, step sequencers, MIDIgenerators and other “live” softwareVProgram changes and volume control on sound generators(just like on a master keyboard)VCan be used by band keyboardists, solo entertainers,organists, electronic music performers, DJs, soundengineers, home/project studio owners, theater techniciansetc. alikeAnd how does it work?Remote control is realized by assigning the individual controlelements of the UMX to individual MIDI parameters. Wheneverone of these control elements is operated, the UMX generatesthe control data assigned to this control element, which are thentransferred to external devices over a data link. Thus, forexample, the VOLUME/DATA fader is programmed ex works tosend data controlling the volume level of a channel.The data connection is usually a standard MIDI cable with a5-pole DIN plug on each end. Such cables should not exceed alength of 15 meters. With the UMX there is one more dataconnection available: the USB cable to the host computer. Here,the cable should not exceed a length of 5 meters.The data transmission takes place over 16 channels. Thecontrol data generated by the individual control elements arealso called MIDI messages, which can be divided into 3 majorgroups:VChannel Messages: Here, channel-specific controlinformation is transmitted. An example of a channelmessage is the note-on instruction. As soon as a key isplayed on the keyboard of the UMX, the device generatesan instruction which contains the pitch, channel numberand velocity. The receiving sound generator “knows” whichtone has to be played.VSystem Messages: These messages are not channelspecific but relate to the entire system to which they aresent. They are divided into 3 groups: System ExclusiveMessages (for operating system backup, updates,management of memory contents); System Real-TimeMessages (e.g. for remote control of other devices);System Common Messages (e.g. for the synchronizationof several devices).VControl Messages: Also known as Control Changes orControllers, abbreviated as “CC (controller number)”.There are 128 controllers in total, which are numberedfrom 0 to 127.2. INTRODUCTION TO MIDI2.1 MIDI control for beginnersApplication possibilities for the UMX models are truly wideranging. We’ll start with a couple of general explanations andexamples that should quickly let you get a good understanding ofMIDI basics.The definition of the MIDI standard began in 1982 with thecooperation of various international companies (MIDI: MusicalInstruments Digital Interface). At that time, musicians were lookingfor a possibility of managing the communication of electronicmusical instruments of different makes with one another.What exactly does the UMX do?Simply put, this a remote control for all kinds of MIDI equipment.Using the faders, encoders and buttons, the foot pedal and thekeyboard, an entire array of control instructions can begenerated, which in turn can control the most diverse functionsof external devices.What kinds of equipment can I control with the UMX?You can basically control any device supporting the MIDI format.Both hardware and software MIDI devices are controlled in exactlythe same way. The only difference is in the wiring.Here are a couple of suggestions on how you can useyour UMX:VEditing sound parameters of (virtual) synthesizers, soundsamplers, GM/GS/XG sound generatorsVControlling parameters on effects equipment/software plugins such as effects processors, reverbs, compressors,equalizers etc.VRemotely controlling software mixers (volume, panorama,mute functions, etc.)VRemotely controlling transport functions (playback, forward,stop etc.) on sequencers, hard disk recorders, drumcomputers etc.VLive control of volume and sound parameters on expanders6DATA-MANFULL UMX49 ENG Rev A.pmd 6 Please refer to the table on page 16 to find out whichtype of controller you are currently working with.MIDI data are only control data and contain no audibleaudio information! The data transmission takesplace over 16 channels.What settings do I have to make? Where? How?Basically, which control element generates which controllermust be set on the UMX, and how arriving controller commandsshould be interpreted must be set on the receiving device.Regarding controller assignment, there are two possibleprinciples:VYou use the preset controller configuration set in thefactory (see fig. 2.1). In this case, you only need to makethe assignments on the receiving device.VYou use your own controller configuration set up inASSIGN mode. How to assign controllers to the UMX isdescribed in chapter 4 “operation”.2. INTRODUCTION TO MIDI12.01.2006, 20:36

U-CONTROL UMX49/UMX612.2 USB mode and stand-alone operationThe UMX can be operated as a USB interface or stand-alonedevice. The two modes are different with respect to the MIDIsignal flow.2.2.1 USB modeWhen the UMX is linked via USB to a computer, the signal flowis as shown below (fig. 2.1).VOLUMEMUTEDEMOFILTERLEVELPROGTYPECOMBIPLAYThe PITCH BEND wheel is normally used to change thepitch in real time. In this way, a sound can be “bent”upwards/downwards by several half-tones while playing.As a default factory setting, pitch bending is assigned tothis wheel. However, in ASSIGN mode you can assign anyMIDI control command to the pitch wheel.Ex works, the VOLUME/DATA fader controls the volumeof the notes played on the keyboard (MIDI CC 7). In ASSIGNmode, it can be set to control any MIDI controller.Sound-ModulPHONESThe MODULATION wheel functions ex works as aconventional modulation wheel (MIDI CC 1). In ASSIGNmode, any MIDI controller can be assigned to it. When yourelease the MODULATION wheel, it retains its adjustedvalue.POWERThe ASSIGN button allows you to assign differentfunctions to the various control elements.The basic principle is always the same:IN1) Press the ASSIGN button and keep it pressed. Thestatus LED above the button lights up. The UMX signalsthat it has entered ASSIGN mode.OUT(intern)2) Select the control element to which you would like toassign a new MIDI function by operating it.MIDIUSB3) Release the ASSIGN button.ONOFF(intern)Fig. 2.1: Block diagram of MIDI signal flowAfter the UMX has been connected to the host computer, avirtual MIDI IN and MIDI OUT interface is emulated.MIDI data generated in the UMX are first sent over the USBinterface to the host computer, where they are received at theemulated MIDI IN. A sequencer software running on the hostcomputer receives the MIDI data via the MIDI IN and relays themto the emulated MIDI OUT – if all sequencer parameters are setproperly. The data are then sent back to the UMX via the USBinterfaces on the computer/UMX, where they are looped throughto the physical MIDI OUT (). From here, the MIDI data are sentto the devices connected to the MIDI OUT.The MIDI OUT connectorcan also be used as a normal MIDIinterface, independently of the sequencer software operatingthe UMX.2.2.2 Stand-alone operationWhen the UMX25 is not linked via USB to a computer, it isautomatically set to stand-alone mode. In this case, the UMX25can only send out MIDI data from its MIDI OUT connector.3. CONTROL ELEMENTS ANDCONNECTIONS The following factory settings refer to GLOBAL MIDIchannel 1.The keyboard of the UMX25: 25 large, velocity-sensitivekeys for maximum playing comfort. The keyboard not onlyprovides for playing, but also functionsas an encoderin the context of the assignment procedure.4) Depending on the choice you made, you may have todefine an additional value range (see below for moredetails).5) Press the-Taste. button on the keyboard toconfirm your assignments. To discard your assignmentseither press the-button or the ASSIGN buttonagain. In either case the ASSIGN LED goes out and theUMX quits ASSIGN mode.The USER MEMORY button is used to recall the internalmemory. The internal memory contains all assignmentinformation set in ASSIGN mode. Any changes that weremade after USER MEMORY selection are automaticallysaved without further user prompts. The USER MEMORYis retained even after the unit is switched off.The two OCTAVE SHIFT buttons are preset to shift thekeyboard range by up to three octaves up or down. Theassociated LEDs help you identify the current octave setting(see table 3.1). Since the OCTAVE SHIFT buttons can alsobe assigned to any MIDI controller, we would like to referyou to chapters 4.2.8 and 4.2.9 for detailed information.The eight high-resolution rotary controls R1 – R8 generatecontinuous controller information. They are the controllersthat are shown above the buttons in the table. Allrotary controllers can be assigned to any controller inASSIGN mode.The eight buttons B1 - B8 generate switch controllers.Again, they are assigned to various functions ex factory(see tableon the device). Like the rotary controls thebuttons can be freely assigned to any controller in ASSIGNmode.The table shows the controller assignment preset at thefactory.Keyboard legend: Informs you about the special functionsperformed by individual keys on the keyboard. Theindividual elements of the keyboard legend are describedin detail in chapter “4. Operation”.3. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONSDATA-MANFULL UMX49 ENG Rev A.pmd 712.01.2006, 20:367

U-CONTROL UMX49/UMX61Fig. 3.1: TOP view of the UMX4. OPERATIONWe will explain the operation of the UMX in detail in the following.You must observe the following: There is a differentiationbetween push-buttons (refer to control elements) andkeys (control element)! Please do not confuse these!4.1 THE PLAY MODEFig. 3.2: Rear panel connectorsUse this socket to supply the UMX with current from anexternal power supply unit (not included).The USB connector of the UMX. The connector (type B) onthe device is connected using the cable supplied to a freeslot on the host computer (where you will find a type Aconnector). It is compatible with the USB1.1 and/or USB2.0standards.Operationpress oncepress 2ndtimepress 3rdtimepress bothbuttonsOctave shif tShif t one octaveup or dow nShif t 2 octavesup or dow nShif t 3 octavesup or dow nReset (all octaveshif ts are reversed)LEDLED on4.1.1 THE FACTORY MEMORYThe FACTORY MEMORY is the installed memory in which thebasic settings of the UMX are defined. The controller mapdescribed underis the most important item of the FACTORYMEMORY. These settings are automatically loaded after eachstart of the device and control many useful parameters.Instructions which are changed within a session are discardedwhen the device is switched off. We have equipped the UMXwith a USER MEMORY, in order to still be able to store changedallocations.f lashingf lashing4.1.2 THE USER MEMORYLED of fSettings which are stored in the USER MEMORY remain storedin the internal Flash ROM and are retained after the device isswitched off.Table 3.1: LED activity depending on theOCTAVE SHIFT statusIn addition to the connection to the computer, you can usethe MIDI OUT to connect additional MIDI devices, so that theUMX transforms into a fully-featured, easily accessibleMIDI interface for your host computer.Use the FOOT SWITCH connector to connect a sustainpedal. This interface is factory preset and assigned tothe MIDI parameter “Foot Pedal” (CC 64), which representsa switch controller. When the pedal is pressed (and held)in normal Play mode, it generates a controller with thevalue 127. When the pedal is released, the controller fallsback to 0 (typical piano sustain pedal behavior). Apartfrom that the pedal assignment is the same as the buttonassignment, i.e. you can assign any MIDI controller to it. The UMX will be in the Play Mode immediately after it is switchedon. Here you can immediately begin to play, modify the filteringprocess via the rotary controls, execute panning, controlsoftware synthesizers and so on.Change to the USER MEMORY by pressing push-button. Ifyou call up the USER MEMORY for the first time, the settings ofthe FACTORY MEMORY will be used initially. As soon as youexecute changes in the existing controller map, they areautomatically stored - without requiring any further action.In the USER MEMORY, allocations including channel informationof the following control elements can be permanently stored:- FOOT SWITCH connection- OCTAVE SHIFT push-button- VOLUME/DATA fader- PITCH BEND wheelThe POWER switch is used to switch the unit on and off.- MODULATION wheelPlease close all programs if you want to switch offthe UMX25 while the computer is running orterminate the USB connection.- Rotary controls R1 - R88DATA-MANFULL UMX49 ENG Rev A.pmd 8- Push-buttons B1 - B84. OPERATION12.01.2006, 20:36

U-CONTROL UMX49/UMX614.2.3 Assigning the GLOBAL CHANNELs:4.2 THE ASSIGN MODEAs already mentioned in previous chapters, the ASSIGN Modeis a powerful tool to optionally reconfigure the UMX into an ultracomfortable controller.1)Press the ASSIGN push-button and hold it down.2)Activate the control element for which the GLOBALCHANNEL is to be set. If this is a controller or fader, brieflymove the control element; when you have decided on apush-button, press this push-button once. The UMX now"knows" to which control element you would like to assigna GLOBAL CHANNEL.3)Release the ASSIGN push-button.4)Press the5)Finally, press thekey. In order to discard yourkey or press theassignments, please press theASSIGN push-button again. The ASSIGN LED will go offin all 3 cases.The basic logic of the allocation process has been introducedto you in chapter „3 Control elements“. In the following we willoffer you more detailed information to enable you to use the UMXeven more efficiently.4.2.1 Setting the GLOBAL CHANNELThe UMX recognizes two separate classifications in regard toMIDI channels. There is a GLOBAL CHANNEL and 15 additionalSINGLE CHANNELs.The GLOBAL MIDI CHANNEL is the channel through which allMIDI commands are sent in the factory setting: messages byvarious control elements, as well as the Note On and Note Offcommands. To change this channel, proceed as follows:1)Press the ASSIGN push-button and hold it down.2)Press the3)Release the ASSIGN push-button.4)Define the GLOBAL CHANNEL by operating one of thekeysthroughon the keyboard.5)Finally, press thekey. In order to discard yourassignments, please press thekey or press theASSIGN push-button again. The ASSIGN LED will go offin all 3 cases. key.key.4.2.4 The PANIC key combinationImagine that you have been working continuously on one songfor several hours and a note suddenly "hangs up". If you nowexecute a PANIC command, a sound producing device receivingthis command becomes silent immediately.1)Press the ASSIGN push-button and hold it down.2)Press one of the two3)Release the ASSIGN push-button. The device willautomatically return to the normal play mode. The factory setting for the GLOBAL CHANNEL ischannel 1.keys or.The command "All Notes Off" will be sentimmediately after you have pressed one of the twokeys.4.2.5 The SNAPSHOT SEND command4.2.2 The individual channel assignmentThe assignment of individual control elements to definedchannels is useful if you want to control several external devicesindependently from each other.Example:You are playing synthesizer A through channel 2 with thekeyboard and have a sequencer program controlling anothersynthesizer B through channel 5. You can now control the filterfrequency of device B through one of the eight jog/shuttlecontrols in real time and simultaneously continue to play device Awithout changing the filter frequency.1)Press the ASSIGN push-button and hold it down.2)Activate the control element, for which another channelthan the GLOBAL CHANNEL is to be set. If this is a controlleror fader, briefly move the control element; when you havedecided on a push-button, press this push-button once.The UMX now "knows" to which control element you wouldlike to assign a SINGLE CHANNEL.3)Release the ASSIGN push-button.4)Press one of the 16 channel keys.5)Finally, press thekey. In order to discard yourassignments, please select thekey or press theASSIGN push-button again. The ASSIGN LED will go off inall 3 cases. through

Interface, 50 Software Instruments and Ableton Live Lite 4 BEHRINGER Edition . thoroughly read the user's manual, store it at a safe place for future reference. 1.1 Before you get started 1.1.1 Shipment The U-CONTROL was carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure secure transport. Should the condition of the cardboard