TECHNICAL DETAILS

USB Type: C (USB cable is not included)
3.5mm TRS MIDI OUT (Cable is not included) (TRS switcher integrated)
Function: left turn, right turn (~330 deg limited turn)
Weight: ~220g
Dimensions: 24mm x 90mm x 28mm
Material: PLA plastic body + knob
Plug and play MIDI
working with Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS (iPAD and iPhone)
Friction: LOW

POTENTIOMETER MECHANICAL DETAIL

This is not an unlimited encoder. This is a potentiometer.
The shaft has a D cut 6mm shape

 

ParksTool MIDI Controller – Common Features

Plug and Play MIDI Controller

• Works as a Plug and Play USB MIDI controller—no drivers needed.
• Some products include two extra keys for bank switching (available from firmware version 8).
• Supports CC (Control Change), Note On, Note Off, Program Change, and Pitchbend messages.
• In Custom Mode, you can assign different values for left and right turns, enabling relative control, such as using VPot in the Mackie Control Protocol (MCP).

🔗 Firmware Update Version 8

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MIDI Modes

1. MIDI Normal Mode

Encoders & Potentiometers

• Can send CC (Control Change) or Note On messages.
• Configurable MIDI channel, CC numbers, and Note numbers.
• Sends CC values or Note velocity based on knob position.
• Minimum and maximum values can be set in the Global Variables section.

Keys

• Sends CC 127 or Note velocity 127 when pressed.
• Configurable MIDI channel and CC number.
• Supports custom CC values or velocities.
• Toggle Mode is available.

Toggle Mode for Keys

• In Toggle Mode, each press switches between a predefined value and 0.
• Works in MIDI Mode as well as Keyboard Mode.

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2. MIDI Pitchbend Mode

• Works with Encoders and Potentiometers.
• Rotating the control sends Pitchbend data.

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3. MIDI Program Change Mode

Encoders & Potentiometers

• Sends Program Change messages based on position.

Keys

• Sends Program Change messages with configurable numbers.
• Configured via the Web Configuration Tool.

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4. MIDI Custom Mode

🚀 This is the biggest new feature in this release!

Encoders & Potentiometers

• Can send custom messages.
• Independent values can be set for left turn and right turn.
• Enables relative control with customizable messages.

Keys

• Supports Press action and Release action.
• Toggle Mode is available.

Supported MIDI Messages:

• Note Off, Note On, Program Change, Control Change (CC), Pitchbend.

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5. Keyboard, Consumer Control, and Mouse Features

• Allows the device to act as a keyboard, volume controller, or mouse.
• Supports keyboard shortcuts, media controls, and mouse actions.

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6. Bank Change Support

• Encoders and Keys can be used for bank switching.
• The number of banks depends on the number of elements (keys & potentiometers).
• Example:
  • A 24-potentiometer device can have 3 banks.
  • A device with 8 potentiometers + 2 keys can support up to 8 banks.
• Default: 2 banks, adjustable via the Global Variables tab in the Web Configuration Tool.

How to Change Banks

• Assign dedicated keys for Bank+ and Bank- functions.
• If your device has an encoder, you can use it for bank switching.
  • Detented encoders are recommended for better feedback.
• If your device has only one key, enable Bank Looping in the Global Variables tab.
  • When enabled, reaching the last bank will cycle back to Bank 0.

Bank Configuration

• Each bank requires setup before use.

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Web Configuration Tool

Set up your controller easily! Just plug in your device and visit:
🔗 Web Configuration Tool

• Automatically detects your device.
• Configure knobs, keys, and messages as MIDI, keyboard, or even HCI (Human-Computer Interface) controls.

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HCI Mode – Keyboard, Media, and Mouse Controls

Keyboard Mode

• Supports US keyboard layout.

Media and Consumer Keys

• Record, Fast Forward, Rewind, Next, Previous, Stop, Play/Pause, Pause.
• Mute, Volume Up, Volume Down.
• Power, Sleep, Brightness Up, Brightness Down, Screensaver (availability depends on the device).

Mouse Mode

• Supports Left Click, Right Click, Double Click, Scroll Up/Down, Move Up/Down/Right/Left, Middle Click.

Deej Compatibility

• Can be set as Deej compatible for volume control.
• Disabled by default, but can be enabled via the Web Configuration Tool.

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Hardware & Mechanical Details

Encoders

• Endless rotation, unlike potentiometers.
• Detented version:
  • 20/24 detents per revolution (bump feedback).
  • Max 80/96 steps per revolution (adjustable).
• Smooth version (no detents):
  • Max 96 steps per revolution.
• 🎥 Detents Demo Video

Keys

• Mechanical key for keyboards or tactile switches. .

Potentiometers / Faders

• Limited rotation (approx. 0° to 330°).
• Absolute position matches CC values.
• Shaft has a D-cut 6mm shape.

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Helpful Links

🔗 Web Configuration Tool
🎥 Video Introduction
📖 Manual
🔧 Firmware Update Instructions

💡 Note: Some minor case modifications, such as text markings, may differ from images.