Product Manual
The VINTROLUX connects instantly to your DAW. After a quick one-time setup, your VINTROLUX will always auto-detect the currently open DAW and operate accordingly.
System Requirements
Compatible with Logic Pro, ProTools, LUNA, and Ableton on MacOS. More DAWs in development.
LUNA Setup Instructions
- Connect the VINTROLUX to your Mac using the provided USB-C cable or another USB-C cable rated for 240w or higher. (If the power doesn't come on, try flipping the cable going into the Vintrolux.)
- Power on the VINTROLUX.
- If the Keyboard Setup Assistant window pops up, close it.
- In LUNA, go to Settings > Controllers.
- Under MIDI Control Surfaces, select VINTROLUX for both Input Device and Output Device.
- Use the following image as a guide for the controller settings.
MIDI Merge and Volume Control Setup
To enable the MIDI Merge toggle button (labeled MERGE), you need to add a custom keyboard shortcut in LUNA's Keyboard Shortcuts.
In LUNA's top menu, click on LUNA > Keyboard Shortcuts
Search "midi merge"
Set the keyboard shortcut to F8
For volume adjustments, ensure that your MacOS function keys are set accordingly. This may already be set, but to be sure, go to System Settings > Keyboard > Keyboard Shortcuts > Function Keys.
Make sure Use F1, F2, etc keys as standard function keys is enabled.
You’re all set!
Open a session in LUNA and enjoy full control!
Using the VINTROLUX
Keep LUNA in focus.
Most communication between the VINTROLUX and LUNA is handled via MIDI, meaning the controls continue to work even when LUNA is running in the background. However, some features rely on keyboard emulation, which imitates keyboard shortcuts, and will only work if LUNA is the active window. To avoid unintended key presses in other applications, it’s recommended to keep LUNA as the active window while using the VINTROLUX.
Label Legend
On the font panel, the labels in bold indicate the primary function of that button press or knob turn. Sub title labels in italics indicates a secondary function that is switched to when in Edit mode. Sub title labels not in italics, on knobs indicate a knob press, and on a button, indicate a button hold press.
Three Modes: Normal, Edit, & Volume
Normal Mode
The VINTROLUX is in Normal mode when it powers on. The non-italicized tasks on the front panel apply to this mode.
Edit Mode
Press the EDIT button to enter Edit mode. Where you see italicized tasks, these components change to these functions when in Edit mode.
Volume Mode
Press and hold the Playhead knob to enter Volume mode. Turn to change the Apollo's output volume or press to mute. The EDIT button will flash to confirm you are in volume mode. To exit volume mode, press and hold the Playhead knob again, or CANCEL by double-pressing the EDIT button.
**NOTE: Volume control requires additional setup in MacOS System Settings. Be sure to complete MacOS setting steps from the Setup instructions above.**
CANCEL - Double-pressing the EDIT button performs a CANCEL which is great for exiting pop-ups, deselecting clips, and putting the focus back onto the playhead. For example. if the cursor is in the plugin search box, or new track name box, or there’s a selection being made in the timeline and you want there to not be a selection, double pressing the Edit button gets you out of those things and back on track.
TOUCH Button - press once to change automation mode on selected track to Latch. Press and hold the TOUCH Button to toggle Read and Off. For LATCH mode, press the TOUCH button while in Edit mode.
Zoom Reset - Hold down the Zoom knob and it will reset the Zoom / Grid sync. Sometimes they fall out of sync. If you notice the zoom isn’t going as far as you’d expect, a Zoom Reset will get you back on track!
Regulatory Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device is designed to comply with FCC Part 15 Class B limits for digital devices used in residential, commercial, and studio environments.
The device contains no intentional RF transmitters and uses only low-frequency digital signaling.