Niche ACM User Manual

The ACM responds to MIDI controller data from various sources, including mod wheels and MIDI faders.

The ACM controls audio levels for synths, guitars, vocals, and mics, distinct from MIDI volume.

Details on automating fader levels, mutes, and effect returns for enhanced recording control.

Describes connecting multiple ACM units to expand control capabilities with minimal signal degradation.

Explains the ACM's muting capabilities for track editing, punch-ins, and noise reduction.

Demonstrates using the ACM to create automated panning effects via MIDI control of send levels.

Covers live performance scenarios, including effects control and monitor mix management.

Details the STEREO MIX OUT configuration and its conversion to MONO MIX OUT.

Instructions for connecting audio sources to the ACM inputs and ACM outputs to other gear.

Guidance on connecting MIDI controllers and sequencers to the ACM's MIDI ports.

ACM reacts to MIDI Continuous Controller for level and MIDI Note ON/OFF for muting.

The ACM supports MIDI controller numbers from 0 to 120.

All MIDI messages input to the ACM are passed through the MIDI THRU port without filtering.

Learn responses by listening to MIDI sources; quick and easy method.

Steps to program faders for volume control using MIDI CONTROLLER messages.

Assign MIDI NOTE messages for muting; requires prior volume level assignments.

Procedure to teach the ACM MIDI notes for muting via MIDI NOTE ON commands.

Details Toggle, ON/OFF, and Mute Defeat modes for controlling muting behavior.

Set ACM to Toggle Mode: NOTE ON mutes, same NOTE ON un-mutes.

Set ACM to ON/OFF Mode: NOTE ON mutes, NOTE OFF un-mutes.

Set Mute Defeat mode; all note commands for muting are ignored.

Learn controller assignments and mute notes simultaneously in one LEARN cycle.

Pressing LEARN without MIDI messages sets all input levels to FULL ON.

Sysex messages can change MIDI channel, mute mode, assign controllers, and mute notes.

Detailed Sysex command structure for changing the ACM's MIDI channel.

Sysex command structure for setting Mute Defeat, Toggle, or ON/OFF modes.

Sysex format for assigning specific MIDI controllers to ACM inputs.

Example Sysex message for assigning multiple controllers to multiple inputs.

Sysex command structure for assigning specific MIDI notes for muting to ACM inputs.

Example Sysex message for assigning multiple mute notes to multiple inputs.

Instructions for configuring Steinberg's Cubase for the ACM, including 'Running Status' settings.

Steps to map ACM faders for volume control in Cubase, including mixer map creation.

Configure mute buttons in Cubase for ACM interaction, including note assignments.

Guide for configuring Opcode's Vision for ACM control, focusing on fader/controller assignments.

Setup guide for Performer using its 'Sliders' option for ACM control.

Configuration steps for Dr. T's Beyond software to interface with the ACM.

Guide for Notator setup with ACM, focusing on MIDI Generator and controller assignments.

Instructions for Automix II software configuration for ACM control, including MIDI channel and controller input.

Explains ground hum and its resolution via studio grounding or ground lifters.

How RF from MIDI cables or devices can interfere with audio paths.

Describes injection noise from control feed-thru and when it may be audible.

Identifies computer whine as digital noise and suggests grounding/cable solutions.

Explains jerky fader movements (plateauing) from low scan rates and ACM smoothing.

Defines zipper noise as abrupt level changes causing square waves, minimized in ACM.

Addresses sluggish response with hardware faders by adjusting software scan rates.

ACM simplifies music creation and performance, making processes easier.

Lists key specs: Slew Rate, impedance, bandwidth, S/N ratio, weight, color.

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Special thanks to individuals and groups for their contributions to the product.