M-Audio iContro

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iControl
English
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the M-Audio iControl for GarageBand, a control interface
designed for use with Apple’s GarageBand music software. With iControl, you will be able to
control all the various aspects of GarageBand from an intuitive control surface, maximizing your
working speed. While the operation of the iControl is very simple, we recommend that you read
once through this manual to familiarize yourself with all of the controls and functions available to
you.
What’s In the Box
Inside your iControl package, you will find:
< The iControl controller
< Printed Quick Start Guide
< Six foot USB cable
Product Features
< Eight endless rotary encoders
< Master Volume slider
< Six Transport buttons
< Select, Mute, Solo, and Record Enable buttons
< Jog wheel
< Powered from USB bus
< Fully configured—no additional setup is necessary
Minimum System Requirements
NOTE: The below requirements are necessary to obtain MIDI communication between iControl
and the computer. These requirements do not reflect the additional or higher requirements of
GarageBand software.
< GarageBand 2.0.1 or later
< Mac OS X 10.3.4 or higher
< Available USB port
About This Manual
This manual is broken down into sections to cover the various aspects of iControl. Installation is
covered first, followed by an overview of the controls. Last is an in-depth look at the operation of
iControl.
English

M-Audio iContro Specifications

General

Brand	M-Audio
Model	iContro
Category	Controller
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to M-Audio iControl

Whats In the Box

Lists the items included in the iControl package: controller, quick start guide, and USB cable.

Product Features

Highlights key features like rotary encoders, volume slider, transport buttons, and USB bus power.

Minimum System Requirements

Specifies the necessary software and hardware for MIDI communication: GarageBand version and OS requirements.

About This Manual

Outlines the manual's structure, covering installation, control overview, and detailed operation.

Installation Procedure

Basic Installation

Explains the simple, class-compliant plug-and-play USB connection process for the iControl device.

Using iControl With GarageBand

Describes how iControl connects and is identified by GarageBand, requiring no additional preferences.

Hardware Controls and Indicators

Control Buttons and Functions

Details buttons for track selection, mute, solo, record enable, and effect/parameter control (1-13).

Rotary Encoders and Transport Controls

Explains rotary encoders, jog wheel, transport buttons, and master volume slider functionality (14-22).

Operational Overview

Working with All Tracks

Guide to controlling volume and pan for multiple tracks simultaneously using rotary encoders.

Working with Selected Tracks

Instructions on accessing and controlling EQ, effects, and other parameters for individual tracks.

Master Controls

Overview of transport buttons, jog wheel, and master volume slider operation independent of track selection.

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common issues like the iControl not turning on, often related to power or USB connections.

Technical Info

Caution

Warns about potential malfunctions due to electrostatic discharge, electrical fast transients, and RF interference.

FCC Compliance

Details the device's compliance with FCC standards for home/office use and limits for Class B digital devices.

Warranty Terms and Registration

Explains warranty coverage for defects and the process for registering the product online.