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U-CONTROL UMX25
V Remotely controlling software mixers (volume, panorama,
mute functions, etc.)
V Remotely controlling transport functions (playback, forward,
stop etc.) on sequencers, hard disk recorders, drum
computers etc.
V Live control of volume and sound parameters on expanders
V Remotely controlling groove boxes, step sequencers, MIDI
generators and other „live“ software
V Program changes and volume control on sound generators
(just like on a master keyboard)
V Can be used by band keyboardists, solo entertainers,
organists, electronic music performers, DJs, sound
engineers, home/project studio owners, theater technicians
etc. alike
And how does it work?
Remote control is realized by assigning the individual control
elements of the UMX25 to individual MIDI parameters. Whenever
one of these control elements is operated, the UMX25 generates
the control data assigned to this control element, which are then
transferred to external devices over a data link. Thus, for example,
the VOLUME/DATA fader is programmed ex works to send data
controlling the volume level of a channel.
The data connection is usually a standard MIDI cable with a
5-pole DIN plug on each end. Such cables should not exceed a
length of 15 meters. With the UMX25 there is one more data
connection available: the USB cable to the host computer. Here,
the cable should not exceed a length of 5 meters.
The data transmission takes place over 16 channels.
The control data generated by the individual control elements
are also called MIDI messages, which can be divided into 3 major
groups:
V Channel Messages: Here, channel-specific control
information is transmitted. An example of a channel
message is the note-on instruction. As soon as a key is
played on the keyboard of the UMX25, the device generates
an instruction which contains the pitch, channel number
and velocity. The receiving sound generator „knows“ which
tone has to be played.
V System Messages: These messages are not channel-
specific but relate to the entire system to which they are
sent. They are divided into 3 groups: System Exclusive
Messages (for operating system backup, updates,
management of memory contents); System Real-Time
Messages (e.g. for remote control of other devices); System
Common Messages (e.g. for the synchronization of several
devices).
V Control Messages: Also known as Control Changes or
Controllers, abbreviated as “CC… (controller number)”.
There are 128 controllers in total, which are numbered from
0 to 127. Controllers are partly channel-specific.
Please refer to the table 6.1 to find out which type of
controller you are currently working with.
MIDI data are only control data and contain no audible
audio information! The data transmission takes place
over 16 channels.
1.1.3 Online registration
Please, do remember to register your new BEHRINGER
equipment right after your purchase by visiting www.behringer.com
(alternatively www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and
conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to have
it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service,
please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was
purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in
your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries.
Corresponding contact information is included in the original
equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European
Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please
contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be
found in the support area of our website (www.behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us
process your repair claims quicker and more efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
1.2 System requirements
For USB operation, a current WINDOWS
®
PC or MAC
®
with a
USB connection is sufficient. Both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 are
supported.
The UMX25 supports the USB MIDI compatibility of
WINDOWS
®
XP and MAC OS X
®
operating systems.
The UMX25 can also be operated as a stand-alone MIDI
controller with no PC connected. Software control via
MIDI is also possible, provided your computer has a
MIDI interface.
2. INTRODUCTION TO MIDI
2.1 MIDI control for beginners
Application possibilities for the UMX models are truly wide-ranging.
We’ll start with a couple of general explanations and examples
that should quickly let you get a good understanding of MIDI
basics.
The definition of the MIDI standard began in 1982 with the
cooperation of various international companies (MIDI: Musical
Instruments Digital Interface). At that time, musicians were looking
for a possibility of managing the communication of electronic
musical instruments of different makes with one another.
What exactly does the UMX25 do?
Simply put, this a remote control for all kinds of MIDI equipment.
Using the faders, encoders and buttons, the foot pedal and the
keyboard, an entire array of control instructions can be generated,
which in turn can control the most diverse functions of external
devices.
What kinds of equipment can I control with the UMX25?
You can basically control any device supporting the MIDI format.
Both hardware and software MIDI devices are controlled in exactly
the same way. The only difference is in the wiring.
Here are a couple of suggestions on how you can use your
UMX25:
V Editing sound parameters of (virtual) synthesizers, sound
samplers, GM/GS/XG sound generators
V Controlling parameters on effects equipment/software plug-
ins such as effects processors, reverbs, compressors,
equalizers etc.
2. INTRODUCTION TO MIDI