2. INTRODUCTION TO MIDI

2.1 MIDI control for beginners
Application possibilities for both B-CONTROL models, the BCF2000 and the BCR2000, are truly wide-ranging. Well start with a couple of general explanations and examples that should quickly let you get a good understanding of MIDI basics. What exactly does the B-CONTROL do? Simply put, this a remote control for all kinds of MIDI equipment. Using the faders (BCF2000 only), encoders (infinitely variable rotary controls) and keys, an entire array of control functions can be performed. Adjusting these parameters, you can control various functions of external (hardware or software) equipment in real time. For example, countless software mixers, sound generators or effects can be remotely controlled. With these software applications, you are dealing with simulations of real equipment in your computer, whereby they are visually represented on the computer screen, while the computer takes over the function of replicating their respective functions. And how does it work? You can assign particular MIDI data to each control element on the B-CONTROL; for example, you can assign the so-called MIDIController 7 (CC 07) that adjusts the volume of a MIDI device to one of the controls on your BCF2000/BCR2000. If you move/ turn the corresponding control on your B-CONTROL, you can hear how the volume on the receiving MIDI device also changes (provided it is also connected to an audio output). Keep the following in mind:
1.1 Before you get started

1.1.1 Shipment

The B-CONTROL was carefully packed at the assembly plant to assure secure transport. Should the condition of the cardboard box suggest that damage may have taken place, please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical indications of damage.
Damaged equipment should NEVER be sent directly to us. Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired the unit immediately as well as the transportation company from which you took delivery of the unit. Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid. To assure optimal protection of your B-CONTROL during use or transport, we recommend utilizing a carrying case. Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to storage or shipping. Never let unsupervised children play with the B-CONTROL or with its packaging. Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally-friendly fashion.

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MIDI data is only control data and contains no audio information!

1.1.2 Initial operation

Please make sure the unit is provided with sufficient ventilation, and never place the B-CONTROL on top of an amplifier or in the vicinity of a heater to avoid the risk of overheating. A power supply unit which meets the necessary safety requirements is enclosed for connecting the B-CONTROL to the mains.

2.4 The MIDI format

Although your B-CONTROL is very easy to use, it still makes sense to review some information about this data format. Each MIDI command, also called message, consists of a status byte and up to two data bytes. The status byte defines the command type, and the data bytes contain the corresponding values. Different types of MIDI messages used by the B-CONTROL are explained next: Note messages: Among keyboard hotshots, Note On and Note Off messages are among the essential MIDI messages. Playing MIDI instruments from a master keyboard or computer is only possible with these messages. The B-CONTROL can also send Note Messages; however, this is not absolutely necessary to play music. This way, note events are also used to trigger drumloops or individual notes from a sampler. Many effects processors also allow rhythmic entering of delay times or song tempos with note commands. Note On and Note Off messages have the following data format:

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Note Off Note On
Status Byte &8n (n = channel #) &9n (n = channel #)
Data Byte 1 Data Byte 2 Note # Velocity Note # Velocity
Table 2.1: Data format of Note On and Note Off messages The value range for channel numbers is between 1 and 16; for data bytes it is 0 to 127. Even though Note Off messages are not really used by keyboarders anymore, the B-CONTROLs support sending this status information. Velocity corresponds to the key pressure, and therefore to the volume of a touch-sensitive keyboard (piano). Since the B-CONTROL does not feature touch-sensitive keys, the velocity value is transmitted with a fixed value that can be set during programming.
A note command can only be assigned to keys, footswitches and push functions of the encoder.
Control Change (CC): Control Change Messages are some of the most powerful MIDI messages. Using them, a vast number of parameters and functions can be recalled and automated. Individual control elements (faders, rotary dials, keys etc.) can be assigned to CC messages on your B-CONTROL. Because not only keys but also faders and rotary dials can be used, control values can be controlled in real time either statically or dynamically. A list with the standard controller numbers can be found in this user manuals appendix. NRPN: Additionally, controllers that have no standardized assignment can also be used, and can therefore be assigned according to no predetermined rule. These controllers are called NRPNs (NonRegistered Parameter Numbers). NRPNs are further subdivided into MSB (Most Significant Byte) and LSB (Least Significant Byte) in order to achieve a higher resolution. A lower resolution is particularly easy to observe during fader movement of a mixer, in which 7-bit (= 128 values) jumps in the signal level can be heard. By subdividing NRPNs into MSB and LSB, you can achieve 14-bit resolution of faders and rotary dials, which means that the movement of a fader is divided into more than 16,000 steps (214)! In addition to NRPNs, there are also RPNs (Registered Parameter Numbers). RPN commands are defined as GM (general MIDI), GS (Roland) and XG (Yamaha) MIDI standards. Pitch Bend The pitch-bend wheel of a keyboard is used for tone modulation and has its own commands in the MIDI format. After Touch MIDI keyboards featuring After Touch can respond to varying key pressure even after you release the key (i.e. after the keystroke is over) and can send this data via MIDI. This function either reacts key-specific (key pressure) or it reacts to all notes at the same time (channel pressure). MIDI Machine Control (MMC): With MIDI Machine Control, you can assign transport functions of a sequencer or drum computer (e.g. start, stop, FFW/RWD) and locator points to individual keys with a permanently adjustable time position (locate, punch in/out points). Program Change Messages and MIDI Bank Select: Program change messages are used to recall programs/presets in MIDI devices connected to your B-CONTROL. 128 program numbers can be recalled. For devices with more than 128 presets, use the bank select function, which lets you select a storage bank before sending a program change. Running Status: Because the MIDI interface is a serial data transmission format (meaning that its data is transmitted as a succession of individual data segments), it became apparent very quickly that it may not be fast enough. To avoid perceptible delays in the output of MIDI data, Running Status was designed. It suppresses the transmission of the status byte when the same MIDI messages are transmitted in succession. This means that, for example, during a continuous change of the data byte of a controller (e.g. volume), the status byte is only sent once. The only thing that is transmitted are the changes in the data byte. This goes on until another status byte is sent. 8 bits are saved for each message sent. SysEx Dump: System-Exclusive data refer to a function that makes transmission of nonspecific data via MIDI possible. This is often used for reading out memory contents and storing them externally. The status byte notes the data type (SysEx); the first three data bytes are a manufacturer ID, so that when you have a large MIDI network, you can still talk to the correct MIDI device. To make using several identical B-CONTROLs at the same time possible, you can assign a device number (device ID) in the global setup menu to each B-CONTROL, which assures that only the correct device receives the data intended for it.

3. CONTROL ELEMENTS AND CONNECTIONS
In this chapter, we will describe various control elements of your B-CONTROL. All controls and connectors are explained in detail, and well give you useful tips on how to use them. The 8 infinitely variable push encoders are used to send MIDI data. They have two functions (turn and press) that can be assigned to different MIDI commands. Each of these 16 keys can send one MIDI command. The four-digit LED display indicates the current operating software version briefly during startup. After that, it shows the selected preset number. When in play mode, activating one of the control elements indicates value changes on the LED in real time. When in programming mode, it indicates the type of MIDI commands, program/channel numbers and parameter values. Using the ENCODER GROUP keys, four so-called encoder groups per preset can be recalled, so that eight PUSH encoders for a total of 64 different MIDI functions are at your disposal. These LEDs indicate the following: MIDI IN, OUT A and OUT B illuminate if MIDI data flows through the respective connectors. USB Mode illuminates if a USB connection to a computer is active (your computer must be on). The FOOT SW LEDs illuminate if the footswitch is pressed. FOOT CTRL LED (BCF2000 only) illuminates when the footcontroller is actuated (MIDI data is sent). Permanently fixed functions are assigned to this key section: STORE saves presets. LEARN gets you to the LEARN mode. EDIT gets you to the EDIT mode. Using the EXIT key, you exit a programming level (edit mode/ global setup). Use it also to cancel a store or copy procedure. The eight 100-mm faders of the BCF2000 are freely assignable for controlling MIDI commands. They are motorized, so they automatically slide into the predetermined position when you switch to another preset. If the software you are controlling or the MIDI device to which your B-CONTROL is connected support parameter feedback, the fader positions change automatically. Using the PRESET keys, 32 presets can be recalled. The preset number is shown in the display. These four keys can be assigned to any MIDI command of your choice. The 24 infinitely variable rotary controls (encoders) of the BCR2000 can be programmed to send MIDI control commands. The LED circle show the current value. These are the SWITCH connectors for connecting a footswitch. Its polarity is automatically detected. On the BCR2000, the first connector (SWITCH 1) can also be used to connect a double footswitch with stereo jacks. In this case, SWITCH 2 must remain unused.

Fig. 3.1: The control surface of the B-CONTROLs
Fig.3.2: The back of the BCF2000 (control elements
coincide with the BCR2000)
CONTROLLER connector (BCF2000 only). Here, you can connect an expression pedal that can be used for controlling assignable MIDI data. The POWER switch turns your B-CONTROL on. The POWER switch should always be in its Off position when connecting the unit to the mains. Please keep in mind: The POWER switch does not fully disconnect your B-CONTROL from the mains. Always unplug the power cord from the mains if you dont intend to use your B-CONTROL for longer periods of time.
The connection to the mains is established using a standard connection socket. A matching cable is included in the shipment. SERIAL NUMBER. Please take the time to fill out and return the warranty card within 14 days after the date of purchase to benefit from our extended warranty. The serial number is located on the top side of your REV2496. You can also register online at www.behringer.com.

4.1.1 USB modes

USB mode U-1:
Fig. 3.3: The footswitch connectors on the BCR2000 The USB connector is used for connecting to a computer with a compatible USB input. These are the MIDI connectors of your B-CONTROL. Depending on the operating mode, MIDI OUT B doubles as MIDI THRU.

4. OPERATION

4.1 The operating modes
Depending on how you want to use your B-CONTROL, you should first select an operating mode. You can use it as a pure USB controller for your computer applications (software mixers, sequencers, soft synths, VSTeffects etc.), as a stand-alone MIDI controller, or as a combination of both with different MIDI interface configuration possibilities. Here is how you select an operating mode: s s s Keep the EDIT key pressed, and press the STORE key at the same time. You are now in the global setup menu and you can let go of both keys. Now, select an operating mode by turning the PUSH encoder 1. You can select USB modes U-1 to U-4 and stand-alone modes S-1 to S-4. The modes are described in detail in chapter 4.1.1 and further, and examples about their use are also given there. Please see also chapter 4.3.3. To exit global setup, please press the EXIT key. The settings made in the global setup menu are automatically stored and do not have to be separately saved. Fig. 4.1: Routing and use in USB mode 1 In USB mode 1, the B-CONTROL is connected to your PC by using a USB cable. It sends MIDI data and receives parameter feedback from the computer, provided that the music software you are controlling supports these functions. This way, current parameter values can be shown on the LED, or can be indicated by the fader position. All MIDI ports of the B-CONTROL are off. This mode is optimal for controlling software tools (mixers, sequencers, synths, VSTeffects etc.) if you dont need any additional MIDI ports. This mode is also very useful if you are already using other multi-channel MIDI interfaces on your computer and cant address any additional ones.

Fig. 4.9: Routing and use in stand-alone mode 4 The Stand Alone mode S-4 is very similar to mode S-2, with the difference that the merge function is not available. This mode is ideally suited for connecting to the MIDI interface of a computer without a USB connector. The B-CONTROL routes the incoming data to the MIDI output B (THE THRU function). MIDI control commands are laid out at output A. This way, parameter feedback is possible without the danger of creating a MIDI loop. Connect the MIDI output on the MIDI interface of your computer to the MIDI IN input on the B-CONTROL. Connect OUT A to the MIDI input on the interface. An additional MIDI receiver can be connected to OUT B. An expansion using a second B-CONTROL is also conceivable. To do that, connect the B output with MIDI IN on the next MIDI receiver. To send MIDI commands from several units to your PC, use an external MIDI merge box. Important information about stand-alone modes: With the wiring examples shown here, the parameter values of the controlled devices can be shown on the B-CONTROLs LEDs (parameter feedback). If this is important to you, you will have to connect MIDI IN to the MIDI output of the device you are controlling. Of course, the hardware unit you are using has to support sending back the parameter values. If in doubt, check the user manual of the equipment you are using.
Parameter feedback is enabled in all stand-alone modes. Other stand-alone modes may cause undesirable MIDI loops. In standalone mode 3, the control data of your B-CONTROL is routed to the MIDI output B without the merge function. Your B-CONTROL can also control your computer via MIDI (without a USB connection) as long as your computer features a MIDI interface. In this case, all stand-alone modes can be used. To utilize parameter feedback, you should still use the stand-alone mode 4. Alternatively, you can also use S-3 and connect the computer via MIDI OUT B so that no MIDI feedback loop is created.
4.2.3 Copying encoder groups

With this function you are able to copy an entire encoder group within a preset. This saves a lot of programming effort if all encoder groups within a preset consist of the same basic functions (e.g. MIDI channel, CC number for turn and push function). s s s s s Press the encoder group button of the group you want to copy. Press STORE; the STORE button LED flashes. Now select the destination encoder group. The destination encoder button LED flashes. Press STORE again, the STORE button LED is no longer lit. Cancel the store procedure at any time by pressing EXIT. To permanently store encoder group settings, carry out the preset store function as explained in chapter 4.2.2. To copy an encoder group into a different preset, you have to copy an entire preset! After that, you can copy or rearrange the encoder groups in the new preset as described above.

4.2 Play mode menu

The Play mode menu is the highest menu level in the B-CONTROL. Use it during normal operation for real-time control of MIDI data. Display: After switching on the unit, the current system software version is briefly displayed. Value changes are shown when using one of the control elements, provided that they have been activated. Control elements: You can use several keys, encoders and faders simultaneously and send their MIDI data. The classification of MIDI data types is explained in chapter 4.4. According to its assigned MIDI data type, each control element shows the current parameter value in the corresponding LED or LED ring. The position of the faders changes automatically as soon as you choose another preset or during incoming parameter messages. LED display: The encoder LED ring displays or the status LEDs of the buttons change automatically when running controller recordings in a sequencer, provided, of course, all connections have been made correctly, the correct operating mode is enabled and the software sequencer supports sending parameter values. Button illumination varies according to the controller mode: if a button is in Toggle on mode, the button LED illuminates as soon as the button is pressed. Only when you press the button once again, the LED goes out. If a button is in Toggle off mode, the corresponding LED will be lit only for the time the button is pressed. The performance of the control elements, the display and the LED displays can be individually set up and is explained in chapter 4.3 Programming.

We deliberately did not include an autostore function. That way, you can assign a new MIDI control to a control element without changing the current preset. If you want to restore a preset, just select another preset briefly and again return to editing. Now, the old data has been restored.
B-CONTROL FADER BCF2000/B-CONTROL ROTARY BCR2000 + Initially, all settings made here are stored temporarily! s Release EDIT; you are now in the EDIT mode.
s Using the push encoders, you can now assign MIDI commands to the selected control element. You will find all possible MIDI function in tables 4.1 and 4.2, including all accompanying explanations. If you want to assign MIDI data to additional control elements, just press and hold the EDIT button and move one of the control elements. Now, let go of both controls and use the push encoders to assign a function to it (see tables 4.1 and 4.2). To leave the EDIT mode, press EXIT.
If you intend to store them in a preset, please see chapter 4.2.2.
The detailed EDIT functions are described in the following two tables. With the assignable control elements, we differentiate between CONTINUOUS and SWITCH types. s CONTINUOUS-type control elements (table 4.1) include the eight BCF2000 faders and sustain pedal, the 24 encoders of the BCR2000, the turn function of the push encoders. SWITCH-type control elements (table 4.2) are buttons, press functions for push encoders and footswitches.
Tab. 4.1: Assignment of the push encoders in EDIT mode (CONTINUOUS types)
Tab. 4.2: Assignment of the push encoders in EDIT mode (CONTINUOUS types) Table explanation: All settings in the EDIT mode are made by turning the push encoders. Pressing the push encoder displays its current value. In addition, the setting options depend on whether the selected control element is a SWITCH type or CONTINUOUS type. In the EDIT mode, Push Encoder 1 selects (by turning) the type of command assigned to a control element. With Push Encoder 2, select a MIDI channel through which that control elements data is sent. Push Encoders 3 - 5 set parameters and values for the selected MIDI type. They vary depending on the MIDI function. More details about this subject can be found later in this chapter. Push Encoder 6 (Controller Mode) selects how the previously selected control element behaves, depending on whether it is a SWITCH or a CONTINUOUS type. CONTINUOUS-type elements: CONTINUOUS-type element controls are divided into Absolute, Absolute (14 bit), Relative 1 (2nd complement), Relative 2 (binary offset), Relative 3 (MSB, most significant bit), Relative 1 (14 bit), Relative 2 (14 bit), Relative 3 (14 bit) and Increment/Decrement. Absolute means absolute data values although jumps may occur when changing values. With Relative, the current parameter value is continued independently from the position of the control. Absolute (14-Bit) or one of the Relative (14-Bit) modes are standard modes for value changes at NRPNs with high resolution. This is necessary with some software mixers if more than 128 steps are needed. Increment/ Decrement serves as a step-by-step increase or decrease of values by using the Data Increment/Decrement commands (see list 5.1 in the appendix).

The classic controler mode for most applications is absolute. All other modes have to be supported by the MIDI software or the device to be controlled.
Using Push Encoder 7, you can adjust how control elements display information. Depending on whether you are dealing with an encoder, push encoder, fader or foot pedal, there are different options available: LED display of the push encoders: OFF The LED circle remains off. 1d 1d2d (1 digit): Only one LED lights up (standard setting). The LED circle operates similar to 1d, but when the value is 0, no LED lights up. The display of the LED circles occurs in two stages. If you slowly turn the encoder from left to right, at first only one LED lights up, and then the next LED lights up while the previous LED goes out, and so on. This way, even the slightest value changes can be accurately represented.
2dBar BarSprd Just like 2d, but when the value is 0, no LED lights up. Bar display: when the value is changed, all LEDs light up successively (for volume etc.). Just like bar display, but when the value is 0, no LED lights up. Spread: When the value is 0, the upper middle LED lights up; when the value is increased, the LED circle gradually lights up in both directions (left and right). In the middle position (value = 64), only the upper middle LED is on. With lower values, the LED circle lights up toward the left; with higher values, the LED circle lights up toward the right (panorama adjustment). (Quality Q) has the opposite effect from spread: the LED circle lights up gradually when you decrease the value. This setting is used for indicating filter quality with parametric equalizers. Cutoff is optimal for controlling the cutoff frequency of a low-pass filter, for example on a synthesizer. When the value is 0, all LEDs light up. The LEDs go out successively as you increase the value. button, the value sent will be increased each time by the preset amount selected here. If increment size is set to 10, values 0, 10, 20, 30. 110, 120, 0, 10 and so on will be successively sent one after another. You can also enter negative values (e.g. -10) to achieve a gradual decrease in the value. If you use encoders 4 and 5 to delineate the lowest and the highest value that are to be sent, the values always stay within that range here as well. With this function, you have the option to use your B-CONTROL to control software buttons with more than two switch positions. The value display activated using Push Encoder 8 is identical for switch and continuous elements. If this value display is active, the current value is indicated in the four-digit display when you actuate a control element. The display shows the preset number again as soon as you release the control element.

4.4 MIDI messages

Program Change: With the encoders 3 and 4 you can select bank numbers. If a MIDI device contains more than 128 presets/programs, first a bank change command has to be sent. Even though this is a controller command, it has to be sent before the program change (and is therefore adjustable) since it is linked to the preset change. If the bank select message is not needed, simply select off. Encoder 5 selects the program number. If the selected control element is a control dial (continuous type), the program number is directly selected when turning the dial. Pressing the switch directly selects the assigned program number. This can be useful if you always want to start from the same preset. Control Change CC: A control change consists of a controller number and its respective value. Encoder 3 sets the controller number. With buttons, different values can be sent when pressing and releasing (to be set with encoders 4 and 5). This function is useful if fixed parameter settings are to be sent. With faders and control dials (continuous type), the value range can be determined by using encoders 4 (minimum value) and 5 (maximum value).
Damp Damping: used for damping filters. When the value is 0, the outer right LED lights up. If the values are increased, the LED circle fans out from right to left until all LEDs light up. This way, increasing damping is best represented when a value goes up. Encoder LED display (BCR2000): 1d (1 digit): Only one LED lights up at a time (standard setting). 1dThe LED circle operates similar to 1d, but when the value is 0, no LED lights up.
Fader functions (BCF2000): Move If you move the fader by hand, it sends a new value directly. In doing so, jumps in the parameter value may occur if the current value doesnt correspond to the fader position. This can sometimes happen because in this mode parameter feedback doesnt cause fader movement. P-UP Pick up: The fader ignores the parameter feedback. However, value jumps are avoided because the fader only sends values if the current value (different from the fader setting) is exceeded. Motor: With parameter feedback, the motorized fader engages automatically and always indicates the current value.
Foot controller function: Move The pedal immediately sends value changes. Value jumps may result. P-UP Pick-Up: The foot pedal become active and sends values only if the set value is exceeded.
Alternatively, you can invert the value scale by assigning 127 as the minimum value and 0 as maximum value (scale inversion). A classic application is the draw bar control of virtual or digital organs or organ expanders. If assigning controller 7 (volume) to the faders of the BCF2000 this way, the signal becomes quieter when moving up the fader. Moving down the fader is similar to moving out the draw bars, and the volume increases.
NRPN: A NRPN is needed if none of the 127 standardized controller numbers are available for a certain function. Encoder 3 selects the parameter number. For assigning mixer faders, we recommend the high resolution (Absolute 14 bit), provided that the control hardware/software supports it. Note: Of course, a note can only be assigned to one SWITCH element. The note is set with encoder 3. Note C3 (C key) corresponds with note number 60. Encoder 4 sets the note velocity (note volume). Pitch Bend: Pitch bend is assignable to only one CONTINUOUS element. Since this is a type of command with its own status byte, selecting a MIDI channel (Encoder 2) and Range (Encoder 4) is sufficient. After Touch: Normally, ALL is selected here. This means that After Touch affects all notes equally (Channel Pressure). If you want to use a polyphonic After Touch (Key Pressure), the single note on which After Touch should have an effect can be selected using encoder 3. Since this process is only supported by a few tone generators, channel After Touch will be best most of the time. When a switch element has been selected, an on and off value

SWITCH-type elements: SWITCH-type control elements have three different modes: Toggle On, Toggle Off and Increment. Toggle On is similar to a switching function (e.g. a light switch). Each time you press the switch, the value sent alternates between the on value (set by encoder 4) and the off value (set by encoder 5). This setting is perfect for triggering drum loops from a sampler (press once = start, press again = stop). The Toggle Off mode corresponds to a momentary-contact button, comparable to the switch of an electric door opener. The on value is sent only as long as the button is pressed. After releasing the button, the off value is sent. Use this control type to trigger short sound FX or samples (similar to using a keyboard) by sending Note On and Offs. The Increment option only works for buttons, and only on CC, NRPN and after touch command types. This mode lets you gradually increase the controller value with each new keystroke. Set up increment size using encoder 7. If you repeatedly press a
B-CONTROL FADER BCF2000/B-CONTROL ROTARY BCR2000 + The settings in the global setup menu take effect can also be set (release dynamic). Therefore, you can limit the
modulation range (FX depth) using After Touch. immediately and do not have to be separately stored. MMC: MIDI Machine Control data is only assignable to button elements. Encoder 4 (Value 1) sets Locate Time hour and minute values, while encoder 5 (Value 2) sets seconds and frames. The Locate Position is always sent before the MMC command. We therefore have the following logic-switching sequence: If the Locate parameter has been selected, the sequencer or hard drive recorder always jumps to the set position. If Play has been selected as the parameter (for a button), the sequencer always starts from the set locator point as soon as the button is pressed. Rewind always begins at the chosen locator point. Select the frame rate with encoder 6: 24, 25, 30 (non-drop), 30d (drop frame) or off (in this case only the MMC message is sent, without any information of the locate position). GS/XG: Encoder 3 directly selects the most important Main Control parameters. The display indicates them as a (shortened) text (table 4.2). In this case, these are CCs or NRPNs (no SysEx data). Operating Mode: The operating modes are described in chapter 4.1. You can select USB modes U-1 to U-4 and stand-alone modes S-1 to S-4. Global RX Channel: The B-CONTROL receives program change commands on this channel. Footswitch type: Because there are different kinds of footswitches (depending on their switching behavior), the polarity of the footswitch connector can be set (normal/inverted), or it can be automatically detected during power startup (auto recognition). Start Preset Number: Each of the 32 presets can be selected as the startup preset. Additionally, with the Last function, at startup you have the option to always load the preset that was used last. Device ID Number: You should change the ID number settings only if you work with several BCF2000s or BCR2000s at the same time, and problems with recognizing the correct device start occurring during a SysEx Dump procedure.

Please keep in mind that SysEx Dumps can only be received at the device number to which they were sent!
SysEx Dump Select: Turning push encoder 6 lets you select between the current preset (single) or the entire memory contents of the 32 presets (all) should be sent as a SysEx dump. One press on encoder 6 triggers the dump. To receive a SysEx dump, you dont have to change any settings on your equipment. If you send a single preset to the B-CONTROL, the data is written to a temporary memory; to be stored permanently, the data has to be stored on a storage slot of your choice (preset store function).
Table 4.3: GS/XG Parameter Main Controls Encoders 4 and 5 let you confine or invert each controllers value range. s
WARNING: If you send an ALL-Dump to the B-CONTROL, the entire memory contents are directly overwritten! No request to confirm will be made, and the memory has no redundant safety function! To cancel a SysEx dump, press the EXIT key.
4.5 Settings in the global setup menu
Settings that have an effect on all presets are made in the global setup menu. s s s Keep the EDIT key pressed and at the same time press the STORE key. You are now in the global setup menu, and can let go of both keys. Now, turn the push encoders 1 to 8 to get the desired setting. This is how the push encoders are allocated:
MIDI Data Interval: This is where you adjust the data transmission rate. This setting only has an effect on MIDI data packs such as SysEx dumps and not on controlling of MIDI commands (they are carried out in real time anyway). The transmission rate is adjustable in milliseconds.

4.6 Additional functions

Temporary Local Off: Local Off means that when you move a control element on the B-CONTROL, no MIDI data is transmitted. If the position of a control element deviates from the current value in the software, you can readjust its position until the correct position is found by using this function. After that, the control can be moved again without creating an audible value deviation. Deviations between the position of a control element and the current parameter value can occur if no parameter feedback is being sent while a value is being changed in the software (e.g. mixer automation). s s s Press the EXIT key and keep it pressed. Move the desired control element until you get the correct value. Let go of the EXIT key. The control element can now be moved again.

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5. APPENDIX

Table 5.1: Standard MIDI Controller

6. SPECIFICATIONS

USB INTERFACE Type MIDI INTERFACE Type Full-speed 12 MBit/sec. USB MIDI class-compliant 5-pin DIN connectors IN, OUT A, OUT B/THRU
CONTROL ELEMENTS BCF2000 Controls 8 motorized 100-mm faders 8 infinitely variable push encoders with LED rings Keys 20 keys 10 system keys (4x Encoder Group, 4x programming, 2x Preset) Table 5.2: GS/XG Parameter Main Controls BCR2000 Controls 24 infinitely variable encoders with LED rings 8 infinitely variable push encoders with LED rings 20 keys 10 system keys (4x Encoder Group, 4x programming, 2x Preset) 4-digit 7-segment LED display
0XVLFDO 1RWH C-2 C#-2/Db-2 D-2 D#-2/Eb-2 E-2 F-2 F#-2/Gb-2 G-2 G#-2/Ab-2 A-2 A#-2/Bb-2 B-2 C-1 C0 C1 C2 C3 (Clef C) C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 G8
0,', 1RWH 1XPEHU 60 (Yamaha-Convention) 120 127
DISPLAY Type SWITCHED INPUTS BCF2000 Footswitch Foot pedal BCR2000 Footswitch Input 1 Input 2:
1 x 1/4" TS connector with automatic polarity detection 1 x 1/4" TRS connector
1/4" TRS stereo connector for dual-footswitch 1/4" TS connector both with automatic polarity detection 100 to 240 V~, 50/60 Hz max. 10 W T 1 A H 250 V Standard IEC receptacle
Table 5.3: MIDI note number assignment
POWER SUPPLY Voltage Power consumption Fuse Mains connection
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT Dimensions (W x H x D) 13" x 4" x 11 4/5" (330 mm x 100 mm x 300 mm) Weight BCR2000 approx. 2,15 kg (4 lbs.) BCF2000 approx. 2,60 kg (5 lbs.)
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to manintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.

7. WARRANTY

1 WARRANTY CARD/ONLINE REGISTRATION To be protected by the extended warranty, the buyer must complete and return the enclosed warranty card within 14 days of the date of purchase to BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, in accordance with the conditions stipulated in 3. Failure to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void any extended warranty claims. Based on the conditions herein, the buyer may also choose to use the online registration option via the Internet (www.behringer.com or www.behringer.de). 2 WARRANTY 1. BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH including all BEHRINGER subsidiaries listed on the enclosed page, except BEHRINGER Japan) warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year* from the original date of purchase, in accordance with the warranty regulations described below. If the product shows any defects within the specified warranty period that are not excluded from this warranty as described under 4, BEHRINGER shall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the product using suitable new or reconditioned parts. In the case that other parts are used which constitute an improvement, BEHRINGER may, at its discretion, charge the customer for the additional cost of these parts. 2. If the warranty claim proves to be justified, the product will be returned to the user freight prepaid. 3. Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded. 3 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER 1. To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized dealer) must call BEHRINGER (see enclosed list) during normal business hours BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must be accompanied by a description of the problem. BEHRINGER will then issue a return authorization number. 2. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original shipping carton, together with the return authorization number to the address indicated by BEHRINGER. 3. Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted. 4 WARRANTY REGULATIONS 1. Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is accompanied by a copy of the original retail dealers invoice. Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced. 2. If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to comply with applicable technical or safety standards on a national or local level, in any country which is not the country for which the product was originally developed and manufactured, this modification/adaptation shall not be considered a defect in materials or workmanship. The warranty does not cover any such modification/adaptation, irrespective of whether it was carried out properly or not. Under the terms of this warranty, BEHRINGER shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification/adaptation. 3. Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly excluded from this warranty, in particular, if caused by improper handling of the product by the user. This also applies to defects caused by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders, crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, tubes and similar parts. 4. Damages/defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this warranty: s improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals. s connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not comply with the technical or safety regulations applicable in the country where the product is used. s damages/defects caused by force majeure or any other condition that is beyond the control of BEHRINGER. 5. Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized personnel (user included) will void the warranty. 6. If an inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that the defect in question is not covered by the warranty, the inspection costs are payable by the customer. 7. Products which do not meet the terms of this warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyers expense. BEHRINGER will inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after notification, BEHRINGER will return the unit C.O.D. with a separate invoice for freight and packing. Such costs will also be invoiced separately when the buyer has sent in a written repair order. 5 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer (customer of retail dealer) and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person (retail dealer, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of BEHRINGER. 6 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES Failure of BEHRINGER to provide proper warranty service shall not entitle the buyer to claim (consequential) damages. In no event shall the liability of BEHRINGER exceed the invoiced value of the product. 7 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW 1. This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyers statutory rights provided by national law, in particular, any such rights against the seller that arise from a legally effective purchase contract. 2. The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of national warranty law. * Customers in the European Union please contact BEHRINGER Germany Support for further details.