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Using the trackpad on Express consoles

Use the Express trackpad to set rates and levels. The trackpad operates in three modes, single mode, double mode, and XY mode, described below. You can also set the trackpad’s sensitivity. 

Single mode

Most of the time the trackpad is in single mode. If the console prompts you for a rate or a level, moving your finger up on the trackpad increases the rate or level. Moving it down decreases the rate or level.

Double mode

If you use the Link List function to link two or more channels and then select any linked channel, the trackpad automatically switches into double mode. In double mode the trackpad is divided into two regions, The left side controls channels in the X half of the link (colored gold on the display). The right side controls channels in the Y half of the link (colored yellow on the display). Move your finger up or down on either side to control channel levels in the corresponding link.

XY mode

If you use the Link List function to link two or more channels and set the link’s position attribute for XY position, then select any linked channel with that attribute, the trackpad automatically switches into XY mode. In XY mode move your finger right or left on the trackpad to control channels in the X half of the link (colored gold on the display). Move your finger up or down to control channels in the Y half of the link (colored yellow on the display).

Trackpad notes:

  • If you have channels selected from both kinds of link, the trackpad defaults to double mode.
  • In double mode you may only set one side at a time.

Sensitivity

To the left of the trackpad you will find two buttons that control trackpad sensitivity. The top button has a rough texture. Press this to set the trackpad for low sensitivity. The lower button has a smooth texture. Press this to set the trackpad for high sensitivity. Use high sensitivity for precise level or rate adjustments. Use low sensitivity for faster, less precise adjustments.

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