FXpansion DCAM Synth Squad Operation Manual - Manual (Page 48)

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6:8 MIDI Learn and host automation
MIDI Learn
DCAM: Synth Squad features an easy-to-use MIDI Learn system that gives absolute control of a parameter’s initial value
using standard MIDI CC (continuous controller) messages. Such messages generally have a relatively low resolution of
128 steps. While it is possible to use the pitch-bend wheel (which has a resolution of 16,384 steps) this controller is not
suitable for most applications due to the fact that it is generally sprung, and is usually needed for actual pitch-bend duties.
A MIDI CC can only be assigned to a single on-screen parameter.
Using the MIDI Learn system
Click the MIDI Learn button to the left of the on-screen keyboard to enter MIDI Learn mode:
• the interface is ‘locked’ – controls cannot be manipulated
• all controls that can be MIDI-controlled are highlighted
Assigning a MIDI CC to a parameter control:
1. Click the parameter control. . Move the relevant controller, for
example the mod wheel.
. The MIDI CC is now assigned to the
control. Any pre-existing assignments
for the parameter or CC are removed.
Note that the CC# can only be assigned to a single control. When you assign the modulation wheel to the Cutoff, the
original mod wheel assignment (to Perf. 1) is removed.
You can now click the MIDI Learn button again in order to exit MIDI Learn mode, or continue to make assignments.
Viewing existing assignments
All existing assignments are shown on each control in MIDI Learn mode.