Table of Contents Thank you for purchasing the Korg nanoKONTROL Studio Mobile MIDI controller. In order to use this product in a computer music environment, you’ll need to adjust the MIDI settings of the host application. Please follow the directions in the host application’s owner’s manual to difine these settings. Main Features................................................................... 3 Preparation.......................................................................
Main Features Fast, Simple Setup with Immediate Support for Multiple DAW Systems and Sequencing Software Convenient USB and Wireless Compatibility with Both Desktop Computers and Mobile Devices The nanoKONTROL Studio comes equipped with multiple DAW settings, so setup can be easily completed without the need for setting up each individual controller. Compatible software: Cubase, Digital Performer, GarageBand, Live, Logic, Pro Tools, SONAR, Studio One.
Preparation Using a Wireless Connection Turning On the Power Set the mode switch to “ ” (Battery). The nanoKONTROL Studio turns on (Battery mode). When using the nanoKONTROL Studio with the mode switch set to “ ” (Battery), the batteries will become depleted, even with a USB connection. In addition, the nanoKONTROL Studio cannot be used as a USB-MIDI device, even if it is connected to a computer using a USB cable.
Using a USB Connection Wireless Connection Setup In order to use the nanoKONTROL Studio wirelessly, a wireless connection must be established. Refer to “Using a wireless connection” in the Quick Start Guide to set up the wireless connection. With an iPhone/iPad or Mac, a wireless connection must be established each time. Making Connections and Turning On the Power 1. Set the mode switch to “ ” (USB). 2. Use the included USB cable to connect the nanoKONTROL Studio to a USB port on your computer.
Part names 1. Mode switch 2. USB port 3. Scene LEDs 4. Scene button 5. Transport buttons 6. Track / buttons 7. Marker buttons 8. Jog wheel 9. Power LED 10. Mute buttons 11. Solo buttons 12. Rec buttons 1 9 2 10 11 12 13 3 4 5 14 6 7 13. Select buttons 14. Knobs 15 8 15.
Operating Modes and Software Setup nanoKONTROL Studio Modes Setup for using the nanoKONTROL Studio in the DAW Mixer Control Mode The nanoKONTROL Studio can operate in the following modes. Select the mode according to your application. The following are examples of the setup procedures for various DAW software titles. For details on specifying settings and using the DAW software, refer to the instruction manual for the software.
tal Performer mode, it will continue operating in that mode. Using a USB connection • Open “Applications” → “Utilities”, start “Audio MIDI Setup”, open the “MIDI Studio” window, and then click “Add Device”. • Specify an appropriate name for the device to be added. (Example: nanoKONTROL Studio DP) • Connect the added device to the nanoKONTROL Studio, as shown on the left. 2. In Digital Performer, open the “Control Surface” window, and then select “Mackie Control” for “Driver” and “Unit”. 3.
Setup for using the nanoKONTROL Studio in the Assignable Mode nanoKONTROL Studio port check boxes for both “Inputs” and “Outputs” in the “Devices” page, and then click the Apply button. 3. In the “Control Surfaces” page, click the Add New Controller/Surface button to open the “Controller/Surface Settings” dialog box, and then select “Mackie Control” for “Controller/Surface” and the nanoKONTROL Studio ports for “Input Port” and “Output Port”. TIP The Marker Set button does not operate with SONAR.
Customizing Controllers KORG KONTROL Editor Software Types of Parameters The KORG KONTROL Editor software is required to customize the operation of the nanoKONTROL Studio. Download the software from the Korg website (http://www.korg.com/), and install the software by following the instructions in the supplied document. TIP For details on installing and using the KORG KONTROL Editor software, refer to the instruction manual for that software.
Scene Parameters Slider Slider Enable........................................... [Enable, Disable] Knobs This parameter specifies whether the Slider operations are enabled or disabled. When set to “Disable”, a MIDI message will not be transmitted, even if you operate a Slider. Knob Enable............................................ [Enable, Disable] This parameter specifies whether the Knob operations are enabled or disabled.
Button Behavior.............................. [Momentary, Toggle] Buttons The button can be set to either of these modes: Assign Type................ [Note, Control Change, No Assign] This parameter specifies the MIDI messages assigned to buttons. Note (Note# C-1 to G9) Note messages will be transmitted. Specify the note number to be transmitted. Up to four note numbers can be assigned. Control Change (CC# 0 to 127) Control change messages will be transmitted.
Sign Magnitude No Assign Max Value.............................................................. [0...127] Control change messages with the values 1 through 64 will be transmitted when the Jog Wheel is turned clockwise and with the values 65 through 127 will be transmitted when the Jog Wheel is turned counterclockwise. This parameter specifies the maximum control change value that is transmitted when “Jog Wheel Type” has been set to “Continuous”. No MIDI message will be transmitted. MIDI Channel......
Global Parameters LED LED Mode.............................................. Internal, External] General This parameter specifies whether the LEDs light up in response to you pushing a button, or whether they will light up in response to receiving a MIDI message from the computer. Normally, this is set to “Internal”; however, by specifying the appropriate settings, the nanoKONTROL Studio can behave as if it is fully integrated with your software—provided the software can send MIDI messages.
Use Scene Button as Scrub.....................[Disable/Enable] Energy-saving features This parameter specifies whether the Scene button is used as the Scrub function in DAW mixer control mode. Choose “Enable” if you want to use this button as the Scrub function, or “Disable” if you don’t want to use it. The Scrub function might not work depending on the DAW that you’re using. Auto Power Off ...........
When the nanoKONTROL Studio is operating on batteries, the brighter the LEDs, the shorter the battery life. In order to extend the battery life, specify a lower setting. LED Illumination .................................... [Disable, Enable] This parameter can be used to activate the nanoKONTROL Studio LED illumination after a set period of time has passed with no operations being performed. Set this to “Enable” so that the LEDs will light up or to “Disable” so that they will not light up.
Appendix Restoring the Factory Settings Troubleshooting Check the Korg website (http://www.korg.com/) for the most recent FAQ. While holding down the Scene, and Stop buttons, turn the nanoKONTROL Studio On. The Scene button and Scene LEDs 1 through 5 begin to blink. All settings of the nanoKONTROL Studio will be restored to the factory settings when the blinking stops. Restoring the factory settings takes several seconds after the nanoKONTROL Studio is turned on.
operating systems are Mac OS X Yosemite or later, Windows 8.1 or later (KORG BLE-MIDI Driver is required), and iOS 8.0 or later. nanoKONTROL Studio is set to the same MIDI channel in your software. • If DAW software is being used, setup may be necessary in order to use the nanoKONTROL Studio. For the setup, refer to “Operating Modes and Software Setup” on page 7 and the instruction manual for your DAW software. The wireless connection cuts out.
Specifications Wireless method: Jacks: Power supply: Battery service life: Current consumption: Dimensions (W x D x H): Weight: Included items: * Operating requirements Bluetooth low energy USB port (micro Type B) USB bus power supply or two AAA batteries (alkaline or nickel-metal hydride batteries) Approx. 10 hours (when using alkaline batteries: Battery life will vary depending on the batteries used and on the conditions of use.) 500 mA or less 278 x 160 x 33 mm/ 10.94” x 6.29” x 1.29” 459 g/1.
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