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USER MANUAL Conspiracy SAMSON

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Copyright 2015 - Samson Technologies

V2.2

Samson Technologies

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Conspiracy Control Surface 3

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Samson Conspiracy MIDI control surface! The Conspiracy gives you the performance and production control to easily integrate with Windows or Mac digital production workstations.

The Conspiracy is a full-featured control surface with 25 trigger pads, six faders, 14 endless encoders, and 17 assignable buttons. For expanded control the controller has an XY-Touch pad, crossfader, backlit display, and 20 presets which provide access to additional layers of control.

In these pages, you'll find a detailed description of the features of the Conspiracy MIDI control surface, as well as a guided tour of its control panel, and instructions for setup and use. You'll also find information on how to register your product online so that you can receive online technical support, and so that we can send you updated information about this and other Samson products in the future.

We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below, for future reference.

Serial number:

Date of purchase:

With proper care and maintenance, your Samson Conspiracy will operate trouble-free for many years. Should your controller ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) for an RA number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original carton. If your Conspiracy was purchased outside of the United States, contact your local distributor for warranty details and service information.

Features

The Samson Conspiracy utilizes state-of-the-art technology and is engineered to the finest detail. Here are some of its main features:

• 25 velocity-sensitive, backlit trigger pads with aftertouch
• Six assignable sliders and DJ style crossfader
  14 endless encoders
  17 backlit buttons can be assigned as note or continuous controllers
• XY-Touch pad for hands-on control
• Backlit LCD display provides real-time feedback
• Compact design, perfect for live performance and studio applications
• Adjustable pad sensitivity and velocity curve
• USB bus powered

Quick Start

Computer Samson Conspiracy

1. Connect the Conspiracy to your computer using the supplied USB cable. The unit will receive power and transmit MIDI data via the USB connection. Note: If the Conspiracy is connected to a non-powered USB hub, it may not receive enough power to turn on. It is recommended that you connect the Conspiracy directly to your computer or to a powered USB hub.
2. Launch your DAW or virtual instrument software.
3. Set the Conspiracy as the MIDI Input and MIDI Output device. Note: In some software applications it may be necessary to set the Conspiracy as the Remote Controller. Please consult the documentation included with the software.

Front Panel Controls and Functions

1. Trigger Pads - The grid of 25 velocity-sensitive, three color backlit trigger pads can be assigned to send MIDI note or control information, and can be set as either toggle or momentary style buttons.
2. Assignable Sliders - The six sliders (S1-S6) send continuous control data.
3. Assignable Encoders - The 14 endless encoders (P1-P6 & E1-E8) send continuous control data.
4. Function Buttons - The ten function buttons (F1-F10) can be used to send MIDI note or control information, and can be set as either toggle or momentary style buttons.
5. Crossfader - This assignable fader sends continuous control data to the DAW.
6. Transport Buttons - The buttons send MIDI continuous control data and are intended to control play, stop, and record. They also function as Enter, Cancel, and Exit buttons within the Preset, Edit, and Global menus.
7. Arrow Buttons - The four backlit buttons can be used to send MIDI note or control information, and can be set as either toggle or momentary style buttons.
8. Data Knob - Pressing the button enters the menu and confirms selections. Rotate the encoder to cycle through available menu options.
9. XY-Touch Pad - Transmits two continuous control messages by moving across the horizontal and vertical axes.
10. Display - The backlit LCD displays the current setup information, performance data, and adjustable parameters.

Display Features

The Conspiracy features a backlit LCD screen that displays MIDI performance information when operating the controller.

Trigger Pads

Trigger pads can be assigned to send note or continuous control (CC) messages when pressed. When set to Note, the display will show the pad number, MIDI channel, note name and velocity. If set to CC, it will display CC value transmitted.

Buffers and Encoders

Slides and encoders are controls that output a range of values when moved. The display will show the active control, the MIDI channel, CC number, and value transmitted.

XY-Touch Pad

The XY-Touch Pad outputs different CC values when you slide your finger along vertical and horizontal axis. The display shows the X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) output value.

Preset

In performance mode, you can turn the Data knob to see the Current Preset number and name.

Modes

The Conspiracy has four main operation modes: Performance Mode, Preset Mode, Edit Mode and Global Mode.

Preset Mode - In this mode, you can load, copy, name and reset the 20 available presets. A preset stores information on the assignments for the sliders, knobs, and buttons. Using the presets allows you to quickly load the settings for specific applications without having to reprogram the unit every time. Refer to the section on Preset Mode (p. 9) for more details.

Edit Mode - In this mode, you can access and assign all of the features of the Conspiracy. This allows you to customize the settings to match your needs. Refer to the section on Edit Mode (p. 10) for details.

Global Mode - In this mode, you can adjust parameters that affect the overall function of the controller. In the Global mode you can perform a MIDI Reset to stop any stuck notes, set the Global MIDI channel, Pad Sensitivity, and Pad Velocity Curves. Refer to the section on Global Mode (p. 12) for details.

Performance Mode - In this mode, the controller transmits note and continuous controller information via the USB output. Refer to the section on Performance Mode (p. 14) for details.

Preset Mode

The Conspiracy features 20 preset locations where you can store and edit different configurations for the control surface. When the controller is powered on, the first Preset will be loaded. In Preset Mode you can LOAD, COPY, NAME, and RESET a preset.

To access the Preset Mode, press the DATA knob to enter the Menu, rotate the DATA knob until the screen reads: 1.PRESET MODE, and press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER button. Rotate the DATA knob to recall the different functions in Preset Mode.

To cancel any selection, press the STOP/CANCEL button.

To exit the menus and return to the Performance mode, press the RECORD/EXIT button. This will also cancel any changes not confirmed.

1. LOAD PRESET

1. In the PRESET MODE, rotate the DATA knob until the screen reads: 1.LOAD PRESET.
2. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER to enter the LOAD PRESET sub-menu.
3. Rotate the DATA knob to incrementally step through all of the available presets. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER button to set the new preset.
4. Press the RECORD/EXIT button to return to the Performance mode.

2. COPY PRESET

1. In the PRESET MODE, rotate the DATA knob until the screen reads: 2.COPY PRESET.
2. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER to enter the COPY PRESET sub-menu.
3. Rotate the DATA knob to incrementally step through all of the available presets. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER button to select the preset to copy.
4. Select the destination number by rotating the DATA knob. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER button to confirm the selection.
5. Press the RECORD/EXIT button to return to the Performance mode.

3. NAME PRESET

1. In the PRESET MODE, rotate the DATA knob until the screen reads: 3.NAME PRESET
2. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER to enter the NAME PRESET sub-menu.
3. Rotate the DATA knob to change the characters. Press the left and right arrow to move between characters.
4. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER button to save the updated name.
5. Press the RECORD/EXIT button to return to the Performance mode.

4. RESET PRESET

1. Rotate the DATA knob until the screen reads: 4.RESET PRESET
2. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER to enter the RESET PRESET sub-menu.
3. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER button to reset the preset to its default settings.
4. Press the RECORD/EXIT button to return to the Performance mode.

Edit Mode

Edit Mode enables you to modify to how the pads, knobs, faders, buttons and X/Y touch pad operate. In the Edit Mode, the Conspiracy will stop transmitting MIDI data, and you can make adjustments to the current preset settings.

To access the Edit Mode:

1. Press the DATA knob to enter the Menu
2. Rotate the DATA knob until the screen reads: 2.EDIT MODE, and press the DATA knob or PLAY/ ENTER button. The display will read: 1. SELECT CONTROL.
3. Press or move a controller to select the controller to modify, and press the DATA knob to access the editable parameters.
4. Rotate the DATA knob to navigate between parameters.
5. Press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER button to access a parameter.
6. Rotate the DATA knob to adjust a parameter.
7. Press the DATA knob or the PLAY button to accept the change.
   EDIT MODE: 2.EDIT EXIT

To exit the Edit Mode, rotate the Data knob until the screen reads:

Press the Data knob to confirm

Once a control has been selected:

To cancel a selection, press the STOP/CANCEL button.
To exit the Edit mode and return to the Performance mode, press the RECORD/EXIT button. This will also cancel any changes not confirmed.

Edit Mode Parameters

Available Parameters

Controller Parameter Selection
Trigger Pad	Type (Note/CC) Note, Control Change
	Number Note or CC	Number (0-127)
	Mode Momentary, Toggle
	MIDI Channel 1-16, Global
	LED Color Red, Green, Blue
	Aftertouch On/Off
Knobs/Faders	CC Number 0-127
	MIDI Channel 1-16, Global
	Min 0-127
	Max 0-127
F Buttons	Type (Note/CC) Note, Control Change
	Number Note or CC	Number (0-127)
	Mode Momentary, Toggle
	MIDI Channel 1-16, Global
	LED Color Red, Green
Arrow Buttons/Transport Controls	Type (Note/CC) Note, Control Change
	Number Note or CC	Number (0-127)
	Mode Momentary, Toggle
	MIDI Channel 1-16, Global
X/Y Pad	CC Number 0-127
X: Horizontal Settings	MIDI Channel 1-16, Global
Y: Vertical Settings	Min 0-127
	Max 0-127

Global Mode

In Global Mode you make adjustments to how the Conspiracy will operate. The changes made in the Global mode are for the overall settings of the controller. To access the Global Mode, press the DATA knob to enter the Menu, rotate the DATA knob until the screen reads: 3.GLOBAL MODE, and press the DATA knob or PLAY/ENTER button. Rotate the DATA knob to recall the different functions in Global Mode.

To cancel any selection, press the STOP/CANCEL button. To exit the menus and return to the Performance mode, press the RECORD/EXIT button. This will also cancel any changes not confirmed.

1. MIDI RESET

During a performance, if a note is stuck on, the MIDI reset will send a panic command to all ports and channels of external sound, causing the device to terminate the sound. To execute the MIDI RESET:

1. From the GLOBAL MODE rotate the Data knob to select 1.MIDI RESET.
2. Press the Data knob or PLAY/ENTER button to access the MIDI RESET function.
3. Press the Data knob or PLAY/ENTER button to transmit the reset message.

2. Global Channel

The Global Channel is the master MIDI channel for transmission and reception. Any or all of the controls can be set to a specific MIDI channel or to the Global Channel within the Edit Mode. If a control is set to the Global Channel it will transmit information on the assigned Global Channel. To change the Global Channel:

1. From the GLOBAL MODE rotate the Data knob to select 2.GLOBAL CHANNEL.
2. Press the Data knob or PLAY/ENTER button to access the Global Channel function.
3. Rotate the Data knob to select the desired Global MIDI Channel.
4. Press the Data knob or PLAY/ENTER button to set the Global MIDI Channel.

3. Pad Sensitivity

The Pad Sensitivity adjusts how the sensitive the pads when pressed. Setting the Pad Sensitivity to HEAVY allows you to hit the pad harder to achieve a higher velocity. Setting the Pad Sensitivity to LIGHT allows you to hit the pad lighter and still output a high velocity, this is useful if you want a consistent velocity from the pads even if you hit the pads softly. To adjust the Pad Sensitivity:

1. From the GLOBAL MODE rotate the Data knob to select 3.PAD SENSITIVITY.
2. Press the Data knob or PLAY/ENTER button to access the Pad Sensitivity function.
3. Rotate the Data knob to select the desired Pad Sensitivity setting.
4. Press the Data knob or PLAY/ENTER button to set the Pad Sensitivity.

Global Mode

4. Velocity Curve

The Pad Velocity Curve adjusts how the pads velocity output versus the input. The pad velocity curve allows you to obtain the best performance and control of the pads based on your playing technique. The Pad Velocity Curve adjustments allow you achieve a higher velocity number even if you hit the pad softly, or limit the maximum velocity number even if you hit the pads very hard. To set the pad Velocity Curve:

1. From the GLOBAL MODE rotate the Data knob to select 4.VELOCITY CURVE.
2. Press the Data knob or PLAY/ENTER button to access the Pad Sensitivity function.
3. Rotate the Data knob to select the desired Pad Sensitivity setting.
4. Press the Data knob or PLAY/ENTER button to set the Pad Sensitivity.

Performance Mode

Trigger Pads

The Conspiracy has 25 backlit (red, green, or blue), velocity-sensitive trigger pads with aftertouch. These pads can be used as drum pads, notes, or as trigger buttons for clip-launching software. When you strike the pad, its note MIDI information will be shown on the display. When you press a pad, and continue to press it, the pad will send a channel aftertouch message depending on how hard you press the pad. The trigger pad parameters can be adjusted in the Edit Mode. The pads are numbered 01-25, from the top left of the grid, to the bottom right.

Encoders

The Conspiracy has 14 encoders. Six of the encoders (P1-P6) are paired with sliders to be used as channel pan controls. When you rotate the knob of an encoder, the encoder number, MIDI channel, and continuous control (cc) data will be shown in the display. Typically, rotating the knob clockwise will increase the value, and counter-clockwise will decrease the value (ranging 0-127). You can change the direction of the data sent by the encoder by adjusting the MIN and MAX settings in the Edit Mode.

Sliders

The Conspiracy has six sliders that are arranged as channel volume controls. There is also a crossfader style slider that can be used with DJ software. The S1-S8 sliders control the volume for channels 1-8, and S9 controls the master volume. When you move a slider encoder, the slider number, MIDI channel, and continuous controller (cc) data will be shown in the display. Typically, moving the slider up (or to the right) will increase the value, and moving the slider down (or to the left) will decrease the value (ranging 0-127). You can change the direction of the data sent by the slider by adjusting the MIN and MAX settings in the Edit Mode.

Function Buttons

There are 17 backlit buttons on the Conspiracy, arranged as function buttons (F1-F10), transport buttons (Play, Stop, Record) and arrow buttons. The buttons can be defined as note type, which send note messages when pressed, or continuous controller (CC) type, which send control messages when pressed.

The buttons can also be set to Toggle (press the button to send an on message, and press the button again to send the off message) or they can be set to Momentary (when the button is pressed the button sends the initial on command, and when released will send an off command). If the button is a note type, press the button to send note on message and release the button to send a note off message.

The button number, MIDI channel and value will be shown in the display. The function of each button is assignable and can be adjusted in the Edit Mode.

XY-Touch Pad

The XY-Touch pad can be assigned to send two different MIDI continuous controller (CC) values based on the direction you slide your finger (vertically or horizontally). When you slide your finger along the pad, the CC value for the X- and Y-axis is shown on the display. The default CC messages will increase when you slide your finger to the right on the X-axis, and up on the Y-axis. You can change the direction of the data sent by the slider by adjusting the MIN and MAX settings in the Edit Mode.

Specifications

Display Custom backlit LCD

Presets 20

Trigger Pads 25 (velocity sensitive)

Touch Pad 2 Axis Pad with vertical and horizontal messages

Transport Controls 3 (Play, Stop, Record)

Faders 6

Crossfader 1

Encoders 14

Function Buttons 14

MIDI MIDI over USB

Power USB Bus Power

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Dimensions 10.62" x 8.89" x 1.57"

270mm x 226mm x 40mm

Weight 1.7lb

772g

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Edit Mode (Mode Edition)

2. Global Channel (Canal global)

Dimensions 10,62" x 8,89" x 1,57"

270 mm x 226 mm x 40 mm

Poids 1,7 Ib

772g

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EDIT MODE: 2.EDIT EXIT

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270mm x 226mm x 40mm

Peso 1,7lb

772g