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BERGLUND INSTRUMENTS NuEVI - User Manual

BERGLUND INSTRUMENTS NuEVI
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User Guide
NuEVI and NuRAD
Firmware v.1.6.0
Johan Berglund
2022-10-17
NuEVI and NuRAD User Guide
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BERGLUND INSTRUMENTS NuEVI Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBERGLUND INSTRUMENTS
ModelNuEVI
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Origins

Instrument Overview

Bottom View Components

Lists numbered components of the instrument's bottom view.

Top View Components

Lists numbered components of the instrument's top view.

Holding and Controls

NuEVI Holding Technique

Explains how the left hand holds the NuEVI canister and thumb rollers.

Right Hand Thumb Placement

Details thumb placement on pitch bend pads for optimal playing.

NuRAD Handling and Sensors

Describes holding the NuRAD, its sensors, and mouthpiece details.

NuEVI Right Hand Controls

Details valves, trill keys, special key, and pinky key on the right hand.

NuEVI Left Hand Controls

Explains octave rollers and fourth valve for the left hand.

NuRAD Controls Overview

Describes NuRAD's top and bottom controls, including pitch bend and lever.

Connections

MIDI and USB Connectivity

Explains connecting via DIN MIDI OUT and Micro USB ports for data and power.

CV Output Jacks

Details CV outputs for NuRAD (breath) and NuEVI (pitch/breath).

Power Management

Battery Voltage Monitoring

Explains how battery voltage is displayed and interpreted for different battery types.

Battery Replacement (AAA;AA)

Step-by-step guide for replacing AAA or AA batteries in the instrument.

LiPo Battery Operation

Details the three positions of the LiPo power slide switch and battery life.

Settings and Configuration

Menu Navigation and Basics

Explains OLED display navigation and general setting adjustment.

Transpose and Octave Settings

How to transpose pitch and change octave transposition.

MIDI Channel Selection

How to select the active MIDI channel (1-16).

Poly Play Modes

Configures harmonization, rotator setups, and key settings for polyphonic playing.

Poly Play Advanced Settings

Details OTF Key, HMZ Limit, FWC Type, LOCKH, and DROP2 for poly play.

Poly Play Priority and Rotators

Sets note priority and configures three rotators for chord generation.

Breath Control Setup (SETUP BR)

Breath Data MIDI CC Mapping

Sets MIDI CC for breath data (BRTH CC A) and secondary CC (BRTHCC B).

Breath Data Transmission Options

Controls sending breath data as Aftertouch (BREATH AT) and velocity settings.

Breath Sensor Curve and Delay

Sets breath sensor transfer curve and velocity sample delay.

Breath Response Adjustments

Adjusts velocity boost and interval between breath messages.

Controller Settings (SETUP CTR)

Bite and Lever Control Settings

Sets control destination and CC number for bite sensor and thumb lever.

Glide and Vibrato Control

Configures glide mode, limit, and vibrato settings.

Vibrato Sensitivity and Squelch

Adjusts sensitivity and eliminates chatter for vibrato lever and bite sensor.

Extra Controller Assignments

Sets extra controller (lip/touch) to MIDI CC and configures harmonic series.

Mod;Pinky Key Functionality

Configures mod/pinky key for transposition, level control, and other functions.

Fingering Mode Selection

Selects the primary fingering mode for the instrument.

Octave Roller and Pitch Bend Modes

Sets octave roller handling and pitch bend range division.

Sensor Adjustment (ADJUST)

Sensor Adjustment Overview

Enters sensor adjustment screen to monitor and change THR/MAX values.

Breath and Lever Sensor Adjustment

Adjusts threshold (THR) and sensitivity (MAX) for breath and lever sensors.

Touch, Lip;EC, and Bend Sensor Adjustment

Adjusts threshold (THR) and sensitivity (MAX) for touch, lip/EC, and bend sensors.

Bite Sensor Adjustment

Sets threshold (THR) and sensitivity (MAX) for the bite sensor used for portamento.

Extra Settings (EXTRAS)

Legacy Controls and Gate Hold

Toggles legacy instant controls and disables Gate Hold functionality.

Trill Key and DAC Output Settings

Controls 3rd trill key behavior and DAC output channel.

Battery and Startup Options

Sets battery type for monitoring and enables fast boot.

CV and Wireless Kit Settings

Tunes CV output, sets CV LFO, and configures wireless kit power.

Wireless Kit Channel Setup

Sets the radio channel for the midiBeam wireless transmitter.

Patch Management

Basic Patch Selection

How to view and change the currently selected patch number.

FastPatch Quick Recall

Stores and recalls up to seven patch numbers using key combinations.

All Notes Off Command

Sends a "midi panic" command to stop all currently sounding notes.

Special Key Functions

Slur Sustain and Parallel Chord

Activates sustain, hold, and parallel chord/interval functions.

Sub Octave Double and Slur Sostenuto

Adds octave-down notes and provides MIDI sostenuto pedal functionality.

Poly Play Configuration

Sets up configurable poly play functions with harmonizers and rotators.

Gate Hold Operation

Activating Gate Hold

Steps to activate the Gate Hold feature for smooth attacks.

Deactivating Gate Hold

Steps to deactivate the Gate Hold feature.

Legacy Controls and Programming

Legacy Instant Controls for Performance

Uses fingerings for patch changes and MIDI channel switching.

Nyles Program Button Features

Details implemented functions for MIDI parameters and patch changes.

Hardware Adjustments

Pitch Bend Pad Adjustment

Loosens and shifts pitch bend pads for optimal placement.

Pinky Key Adjustment (NuRAD)

Adjusts or replaces pinky keys for preferred positioning and feel.

Battery Level Check

How to check the instrument's current battery voltage via the display.

Maintenance and Updates

Battery Replacement Guide (AAA;AA)

Step-by-step instructions for replacing AAA or AA batteries.

Firmware Update Procedure

Instructions for updating the instrument's firmware using Teensy Loader.

Factory Settings and Restore

Factory Restore Procedure

Restores factory default settings, including sensor adjustments.

Fingering Charts

NuRAD SAX, EVI;EVR Fingerings

Displays fingering patterns for SAX, EVI, and EVR modes on NuRAD.

EVI Key Values

Shows key values specific to EVI fingering.

NuRAD EWX Fingerings

Displays extended fingering patterns for EWX mode on NuRAD.

NuEVI Fingering Charts

Shows core fingerings and alternative fingerings using trill keys for NuEVI.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Pitch Bend and Wireless Problems

Solutions for intermittent pitch bend messages and wireless kit key issues.

MIDI and Connection Problems

Solutions for MIDI dropouts, hung notes, and wireless connection loss.

Sensor and CV Output Issues

Solutions for bite sensor, vibrato, and CV jack output problems.