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Infinite Response VAX77 User Manual

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VAX77
User Manual
Version 3.2
Infinite Response, Inc
512.535.5599
vax77@infiniteresponse.com

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Infinite Response VAX77 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Keyboard77 keys
AftertouchYes
DisplayLCD screen
TypeKeyboard Controller
Sound EngineNone (MIDI Controller)
ConnectivityUSB, MIDI
ControlsPitch bend, Modulation wheel, Customizable buttons
Software IntegrationCompatible with major DAWs
Power SupplyUSB or External Power Adapter

Summary

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Remove from box

Safely unboxing the VAX77, removing protective materials.

Unfold

Steps for unfolding and securing the VAX77 keyboard to its operational position.

Set up

Positioning and stabilizing the VAX77 on a table or stand.

Plug in

Connecting the VAX77 to a power source and initial power-on.

Connect hardware synths

Connecting external MIDI synthesizers and sound modules to the VAX77.

USB connection to your computer

Establishing a USB connection between the VAX77 and a PC or Mac.

Mac

Specific setup instructions for connecting the VAX77 to a Mac computer.

PC

Specific setup instructions for connecting the VAX77 to a PC computer.

Quick Start Tips

Essential initial steps and tips for quickly using the VAX77.

Front Panel Controls

Single-function controls

Explanation of VAX77 controls with fixed, single functions.

Multi-function controls

Description of context-sensitive VAX77 controls that change function by mode.

Touch screen

Overview of the VAX77's touch screen display and its interactive elements.

Hot key

Explanation of the dedicated "Hot Key" button and its configurable functions.

Setup Mode

Globals

Accessing and adjusting global settings for the VAX77 via the Setup menu.

Keyboard Sensitivity

How to adjust the VAX77's response to key velocity.

Aftertouch Sensitivity

Configuration of the VAX77's sensitivity to aftertouch pressure.

Velocity Curve

Adjusting the VAX77's velocity response curve for different playing styles.

Pedal A B and C

Configuring the functions of assignable pedal inputs A, B, and C.

Start Screen

Setting the VAX77's default screen upon power-up.

OCT Transpose

Setting the octave transpose value for keyboard performance.

Sustain Pedal

Interpreting and configuring the sustain pedal input.

Effect Button

Configuring the behavior and function of the Effect button.

Hot Key

Detailed functions and configuration options for the VAX77's Hot Key.

Host Control Channel Override

Specifying MIDI channels for VAX77 communication with VST hosts.

USB Dest – MIDI IN jack

Routing incoming MIDI data to specific VAX77 MIDI ports.

Poly Aftertouch Delay and Update

Adjusting delay and update times for polyphonic aftertouch messages.

Manually Setting Aftertouch Pressure

Customizing minimum aftertouch pressure for individual keys.

Assigning Synths to Channels

Mapping synthesizers and their listening channels for MIDI output.

Synthesizer

Managing and selecting synthesizer descriptions for MIDI control.

Send Program Change

Configuring how program change messages are sent to synthesizers.

Release Velocity / cc88 Velocity / Organ

Using release velocity, cc88, and organ velocity features.

Initial Volume

Setting the default master volume for presets.

Initialize Bank and Program

Configuring initial bank and program change messages on power-up.

Calibrate Pedals and Modulation Slider

Procedure for calibrating pedals and the modulation slider.

Library Mode & Host Control

Banks, Groups and Presets

Navigating and understanding banks, groups, and presets in Library mode.

Auditioning Sounds

How to listen to and preview sounds within the VAX77.

Building a Playlist

Creating and managing playlists of favorite presets for quick access.

Host Control Mode

Using the VAX77 to control VST hosts like MainStage or Forte.

MainStage

Configuring the VAX77 for use with Apple MainStage.

Brainspawn Forte

Configuring the VAX77 for use with Brainspawn Forte.

Receptor

Integrating the VAX77 with Muse Research Receptor devices.

Receptor 2

Enhanced integration features with Receptor 2 devices.

Receptor 2 Multi Banks

Managing Multi Banks for Receptor 2 setups.

Controlling the VST Host from the VAX77

Direct control of VST host parameters from the VAX77 interface.

Using Organ Mode During Host Control

Activating and using organ mode within Host Control.

Playlist Mode

Playlist Screen

Overview and navigation of the VAX77 Playlist screen interface.

New

Adding new entries to a playlist manually on the VAX77.

Edit

Modifying existing entries within a VAX77 playlist.

Delete (Del)

Removing entries from a VAX77 playlist.

Sort

Organizing and reordering presets within a VAX77 playlist.

Library (Libry)

Accessing Library mode from Playlist mode.

Host

Accessing Host Control mode from Playlist mode.

Controllers (Ctrl)

Linking real-time MIDI controllers to presets in Playlist mode.

Pedal

Overriding channel pedal settings for specific playlist presets.

Using the Touch Screen Controllers

Manipulating VAX77 presets using touch screen sliders.

Sliders

Detailed use of virtual sliders for real-time control of VAX77 presets.

Drawbars

Using the VAX77 interface as drawbars for organ sounds.

Using Pedals to Manipulate Controllers

Assigning VAX77 pedal inputs to control MIDI parameters.

QuickSet Splits and Layers

QuickSets

Instant recall of preset groups, splits, and layers for live performance.

Introduction to Splits and Layers

Understanding how to split and layer sounds across the VAX77 keyboard.

Preset

Defining individual presets within splits and layers.

Low and High Note

Setting the note range boundaries for splits and layers.

Volume

Adjusting volume levels for individual elements within splits/layers.

Filtering Effects and Controllers

Controlling which effects and controllers are sent with splits/layers.

Patch Librarian

What Patch Librarian does

Overview of the VAX77 Patch Librarian software's capabilities.

Install it on your PC

Step-by-step guide for installing the VAX77 Patch Librarian software.

Arrange the presets

Organizing and managing synthesizer presets using the librarian.

Groups view

Using the Groups view to organize and download synth data.

Banks & Patches view

Viewing and managing banks and patches within the librarian.

Add a new synth to the database

Importing or manually adding new synthesizer definitions to the librarian.

Download to flash memory in the VAX77

Transferring synth descriptions from the librarian to the VAX77.

Updating the VAX77 firmware

Process for updating the VAX77's operating system firmware.

Activating the new firmware

Steps to activate firmware after a successful download.

Patch Librarian Notes and Tips

Additional notes and helpful tips for using Patch Librarian.