How do I set up my Behringer X-Touch as an RTP MIDI device over a Network connection?
The X-TOUCH can be used as an RTP MIDI device over a Network connection. This is useful in systems where long USB cables or MIDI cables would otherwise
be required.
The following instructions show the general preparation of the X-TOUCH for RTP MIDI operation, and then further details for use with an OS X* network, and a Windows* network.
Preparing the X-Touch for RTP MIDI Operation
- On the X-TOUCH, press and hold the SELECT button of CH1 during power up, to enter the Settings menu. Observe the text in the scribble- strip displays.
- Turn the 2nd encoder to select NETWORK.
- The 3rd encoder allows you to select either MODE or DHCP:
- MODE selects between using the X-TOUCH as an RTP SLAVE or an RTP MASTER. In SLAVE mode, you need to enter the IP address of the X-TOUCH into your computer’s RTP MIDI settings. In MASTER mode you can enter the IP address of the computer by turning the 3rd encoder one tick to the right, and use encoders 4-7 to enter the sets of 3-digits that make up the address. You may use Port 5004 in both cases, as this is the standard port for RTP MIDI.
- DHCP can be set to ON or OFF. When DHCP is
set to ON, the X-TOUCH will get its IP address automatically within the connected network from the DHCP server. When DHCP is set to OFF, the IP, Subnet mask, and Gateway have to be entered manually by turning the 3rd encoder to the right and accessing the following pages: my IP, my Mask, and my Gway. You can enter the IP addresses using encoders 4-7.
- Exit the X-TOUCH setup by pressing the SELECT button of CH1 again. You will see the following in the display: IP: 000.000.000.000 Wait…
- The IP will first switch to an internal IP before
it shows the actual IP (for example IP: 010.100.001.029) within the network when DHCP is used. When the X-TOUCH is connected to the computer via the network, the Wait message will disappear.
Using X-Touch as an RTP MIDI device on Mac OS X
For OS X systems, no external driver is required for RTP MIDI operation.
Slave
- Make sure your computer and the X-TOUCH are within the same network.
- Open AUDIO/MIDI-Settings on the computer.
- Open MIDI Studio / MIDI Devices window.
- Double-click on “Network.”
- Click on “+” underneath the DIRECTORY field to add a device. Insert Name, the IP of your X-TOUCH and the port (5004).
- Create a Session by pressing “+” underneath the “My Sessions” field and activate the session created.
- Activate the X-TOUCH and click “Connect.”
- The X-TOUCH is now available as an RTP MIDI controller. Open the preferences of your DAW and add it as control surface. Within most DAWs, it will be detected automatically.
Master
- Make sure your computer and the X-TOUCH are within the same network.
- Open AUDIO/MIDI-Settings on the computer.
- Open MIDI Studio / MIDI Devices window.
- Double-click on “Network.”
- Create a Session by pressing “+” underneath the “My Sessions” field and activate the session created.
- For “Who may connect to me:” choose “Anyone.” X-TOUCH should appear as a participant of the session.
- The X-TOUCH is now available as an RTP MIDI controller. Open the preferences of your DAW and add it as control surface. Within most DAWs, it will be detected automatically.
Using X-Touch as an RTP MIDI device on Windows
Windows systems require the use of a third-party external driver for RTP MIDI. For example, do an internet search for “rtpMIDI” then download and install it on your computer.
Slave
- Make sure your computer and the X-TOUCH are within the same network.
- Open the rtpMIDI driver.
- Click on “+” underneath the DIRECTORY field to add a device. Insert Name, the IP including port address (e.g. 10.100.1.29:5004) of your X-TOUCH.
- Create a Session by pressing “+” underneath the “My Sessions” field and activate the session created.
- Activate the X-TOUCH and click “Connect.”
- The X-TOUCH is now available as an RTP MIDI controller. Open the preferences of your DAW and add it as control surface.
Master
- Make sure your computer and the X-TOUCH are within the same network.
- Open the rtpMIDI driver.
- Create a Session by pressing “+” underneath the “My Sessions” field and activate the session created.
- For “Who may connect to me:” choose “Anyone.” X-TOUCH should appear as a participant of the session.
- The X-TOUCH is now available as an RTP MIDI controller. Open the preferences of your DAW and add it as control surface.
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