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Automap 3.5 Released on 07-02-10 12:36
Automap 3.5 Release Notes
It is recommended that users reboot their computer after the installation.
New Features:
+ Added Nocturn and Nocturn Keyboard support for Ableton Live. This will require Live 8.1.3 or later.
+ Support for VST3 plug-ins (both Mac and Windows)
+ Runs as 64 bit application including support for Logic 9.1.1 - 64 bit
+ Updated Windows Novation USB driver to version 1.9
Important Change:
+ Automap no longer adds user interface to the bottom of the plug-in; 'Add Automap UI To Plug-In' from Plug-In Manager has been removed.
Systems supported:
+ Mac:
OSX 10.5.8 (Leopard - PPC & Intel) & 10.6.3 (Snow Leopard - Intel only).
+ Windows:
XP SP3 32 bit, Vista 32 bit, Win7 32 bit & Win7 64 bit
System no longer supported:
OSX 10.4 (Tiger) will NOT be supported anymore. It is recommended that OSX 10.4 users carry on using Automap 3.4.1.
Bugs fixed and updates:
+ Fixed dragging and dropping continous parameters to button types
+ Fixed issue with Cubase mixer client,
+ Fixed issue with wrapping RTAS plug-ins in subfolder that can cause Pro Tools to crash
+ Fixed issue with Remote SL mappings advancing in groups of fours
+ Improved mappings ID system
+ Added more default mappings including Cubase's native VST3 plug-ins and MIDI client mappings
+ Fixed registry crashes with Focusrite driver with Novation USB driver 1.9
+ updated Ableton Live DAW Setup Guide
+ Fixed issue when loading Logic 9, Ableton Live or Cubase without Automap first opened, which resulted in Automap Universal transport or ReWire related error message.
+ Fixed issue with Cubase mixer client and Automap HUI which interfered with each other in some Mac Snow Leopard systems.
+ Fixed issue with updating Native Instruments' RTAS plug-ins via NI Service Centre when wrapped by Automap.
+ updated MIDI client default mappings
+ Implemented fix when wrapping Waves 7 VST3 plug-ins on Windows systems to have no plug-in GUI. This issue require newer version of Waves to be fully fix.
+ Fixed issue with wrong GUI when loading two or more instance of Waves 2.4 plug-ins on the same track in Ableton Live.
+ Fixed issue with Cubase crashing when loading VST3 wrapped version of Waves Tune and Tune Lite. Waves Tune and Tune Lite will not be controllable by Automap when Waveshell is wrapped.
Known issues:
+ Some Cubase VST3 mappings may have unusual button types.
+ Presonus Studio One will not load automap wrapped VST3 plug-ins.
+ Waves Morphoder appears twice in Plug-In Manager and cannot be uncheck after both version has been wrapped.
+ Waves H-delay, Morphoder, GRT Stomp, GTR Stomp 2,4,6 and GTR ToolRack VST3 will crash upon instantiating if wrapped
+ Some Waves VST3 mono plug-ins will not be automapped
+ VST plug-in in Live with SL hardware will only display parameter name if plug-in GUI not instantiated.
+ Fabfilter VST3 plug-in not recognised in certain Windows systems.
+ Certain plug-ins running 32 bit bridge in Logic 9 may not appear as wrapped.
+ For Remote SL & Remote Zero SL users, the sustain pedal, expression pedal, drum pads & XY pad have fixed CC assignments to the designated automap MIDI output port
Automap 3.5b2 Released on 06-21-10 10:43
Automap 3.5b2 Release Notes
It is recommended that users reboot their computer after the installation.
Important Change:
+ Added Nocturn and Nocturn Keyboard support for Ableton Live. This will require Live 8.1.3 or later.
+ The option 'Add Automap UI To Plug-In' from Plug-In Manager has been removed.
Fixes and updates:
+ Ableton Nocturn and Nocturn Keyboard support.
+ updated Ableton Live DAW Setup Guide
+ Fixed issue when loading Logic 9, Ableton Live or Cubase without Automap first opened, which resulted in Automap Universal transport or ReWire related error message.
+ Fixed issue with Cubase mixer client and Automap HUI which interfered with each other in some Mac Snow Leopard systems.
+ Fixed issue with updating Native Instruments' RTAS plug-ins via NI Service Centre when wrapped by Automap.
+ updated MIDI client default mappings
+ Implemented fix when wrapping Waves 7 VST3 plug-ins on Windows systems to have no plug-in GUI. This issue require newer version of Waves to be fully fix.
+ Fixed issue with wrong GUI when loading two or more instance of Waves 2.4 plug-ins on the same track in Ableton Live.
+ Fixed issue with Cubase crashing when loading VST3 wrapped version of Waves Tune and Tune Lite. Waves Tune and Tune Lite will not be controllable by Automap when Waveshell is wrapped.
Known issues:
+ Some Cubase VST3 mappings may have unusual button types.
+ Presonus Studio One will not load automap wrapped VST3 plug-ins.
+ Waves Morphoder appears twice in Plug-In Manager and cannot be uncheck after both version has been wrapped.
+ Waves H-delay will crash upon instantiating if wrapped
+ Some Waves VST3 mono plug-ins will not be automapped
+ VST plug-in in Live with SL hardware will only display parameter name if plug-in GUI not instantiated.
+ Fabfilter VST3 plug-in not recognised in certain Windows systems.
+ Certain plug-ins running 32 bit bridge in Logic 9 may not appear as wrapped.
Automap 3.5b2 release notes.rtf
Automap-3.5b2.dmg
Automap-3.5b2.exe
Automap 3.5b1 Released on 04-23-10 15:38
Automap 3.5b1 Release Notes
This software is in its beta stage and is still subject to test, please report all beta feedback to http://beta.novationmusic.com/report/
New Features:
+ Support for VST3 plug-ins (both Mac and Windows)
+ Runs as 64 bit application including support for Logic 9.1.1 - 64 bit
+ Updated Windows Novation USB driver to version 1.9
Systems supported:
+ Mac:
OSX 10.5.8 (Leopard - PPC & Intel) & 10.6.3 (Snow Leopard - Intel only).
+ Windows:
XP SP3 32 bit, Vista 32 bit, Win7 32 bit & Win7 64 bit
System no longer supported:
OSX 10.4 (Tiger) will NOT be supported anymore. It is recommended that OSX 10.4 users carry on using Automap 3.4.1.
Bugs fixed and changes:
+ Fixed dragging and dropping continous parameters to button types
+ Fixed issue with Cubase mixer client,
+ Fixed issue with wrapping RTAS plug-ins in subfolder that can cause Pro Tools to crash
+ Fixed issue with Remote SL mappings advancing in groups of fours
+ Improved mappings ID system
+ Added more default mappings including Cubase's native VST3 plug-ins and MIDI client mappings
+ Fixed registry crashes with Focusrite driver with Novation USB driver 1.9
Known Issues:
+ Loading Logic 9, Ableton Live or Cubase without Automap first open, may result in Automap Universal transport or ReWire related error message. It is recommended that Automap is opened first.
+ Cubase mixer client and Automap HUI may interfere with each other in some Mac Snow Leopard systems. It is recommended that Cubase users disable Automap HUI.
+ Some Cubase VST3 mappings may have unusual button types. This will be fixed in future releases.
Automap 3.5b1 Release Notes.rtfAutomap-3.5b1.dmgAutomap-3.5b1.exe
Automap 3.4.1 Released on 02-12-10 15:06
Changes:
+ improved midi data efficiency into Live
+ updated Ableton Live DAW Setup Guide
+ updated SL MkII firmware to version 1.2.05
+ updated Zero SL MkII firmware to version 1.2.04
Firmware changes, which requires Ableton Live 8.1.2:
+ touch sense, encoder and button LED feedback in Live template
Automap 3.4.1 Release notes.rtfAutomap-3.4.1.dmgAutomap-3.4.1.exe
Automap 3.4b3 Released on 12-01-09 10:26
Automap 3.4b3 - 01.12.2009
changes:
+ Improve default mappings for Reason/Record
+ Improve default mappings for Pro Tools
+ Added default for Novation and Focusrite's plug-ins
Automap 3.4b3 Release Notes.rtfAutomap-3.4b3.dmgAutomap-3.4b3.exe
Automap 3.4b2 Released on 11-19-09 16:57
Automap 3.4b2 - 19.11.2009
Fixes:
+ Fixed issue with connecting the Launchpad with Automap HUI mapping
+ Fixed issue with updating Automap template with Nocturn Keyboard
Automap 3.4b2 Release Notes.rtfAutomap-3.4b2.dmgAutomap-3.4b2.exe
Automap 3.4b1 Released on 11-12-09 14:12
Automap 3.4b1 - 12.11.2009
IMPORTANT NOTE: running this installer will auto prompt an update to the firmware and global of your Remote SL, Remote Zero SL, SL Compact, SL MkII, Zero SL MkII or Nocturn Keyboard. If you wish to keep your current global settings, please back them up first before running this installer.
Features
+ Updated firmware and global for Remote SL, Remote Zero SL, SL Compact, SL MkII, Zero SL MkII and Nocturn Keyboard
+ updated DAW Setup Guide and defaults mappings
+ Added options to restore 'OS, Global and Automap template', 'Automap template only' and 'All Templates' separately in the Devices menu for SL MkII and Zero MkII.
Firmware version:
+ ReMOTE SL/ZeRO SL - 4.2.02
+ SL Compact - 4.2.02
+ SL MkII/Zero SL MkII - 1.1.21
+ Nocturn Keyboard - 1121
Fixes and Settings:
+ ReMOTE SL/ZeRO SL - 4.2.02
- fixed issue with dynamic port routing
- fixed issue with sustain pedal debounce
- improved midi timing
+ SL Compact - 4.2.02
- fixed issue with sustain pedal debounce
- fixed issue with note off messages sent on incorrect channel when using zones
+ SL MkII/Zero SL MkII - 1.1.21
- fixed issue with sustain pedal debounce
- fixed issue with awaking from sleep on new iMac
- removed Reason template in advance mode, this will only happen if you manually restore All Templates (as Reason control is in Automap mode now)
- removed 'Vel' prefix for drumpad velocity
+ Nocturn Keyboard - 1121
- fixed issue with sustain pedal debounce
- included Novation driver 1.7 (Windows only) which removed midi port going into Nocturn Keyboard port
- updated drum calibration settings
Known Issues:
+ Issue with multiple parameter automation in certain circumstances in Logic 9
+ Slow to display page for 'get automap pro'
+ Can crash when using five devices together
Automap 3.4b1 Release Notes.rtfAutomap-3.4b1.dmgAutomap-3.4b1.exe
Automap 3.3b2 Released on 10-02-09 16:12
Features
+ Logic 9.01 improvement
+ Revised RTAS wrapper to allow plug-in updates
+ Nocturn Keyboard enhancements
+ updated Daw set-up guides improvements
Fixes:
+ fixed issue with keyboard settings with SL MkII and Nocturn Keyboard
+ fixed display issue with dynamic port menu with SL MkII and Nocturn Keyboard
+ fixed issue with quitting Automap while using Logic 9.01
+ fixed issue with updating RTAS plug-ins with new wrapper system.
+ fixed issue with dual mono RTAS plug-ins on Pro Tools HD
+ fixed problems with updating Automap template when memory protect is set to on.
+ fixed issue with encoder 2 and mod wheel clash with Nocturn Keyboard
+ updated Novation Automap Control.remotemap for Reason/Record.
+ added iPhone HUI mapping as default.
+ added mappings for Pro Tools native plug-ins and Logic 9.01 native effects
Firmware and Hardware Settings:
+ Nocturn Keyboard - 1117
+ SLMkII - no change
+ ReMOTE SL/SL ZeRO - no change
+ ReMOTE SL Compact - no change
Known Issues:
+ Vista 64 and Reason/Record may have poor response.
+ Issue with multiple parameter automation in certain circumstances in Logic 9
+ Slow to display page for 'get automap pro'
+ Can crash when using five devices together
Automap 3.2 Released on 08-04-09 14:33
+3.2 final release
Automap 3.2 release notes.rtfAutomap Web-3.2.dmgAutomap Web-3.2.exe
Automap 3.2b3 Released on 08-03-09 16:48
Automap 3.2b3 - 3rd Aug 2009
***IMPORTANT***
Users and beta testers who are already using SL MkII firmware version 1.1.06 MUST run the 'Restore Factory Settings' (from Automap > Start up view > Devices > [SL MkII keyboard or Zero]) to update their Automap template.
Features
+ added integration for Reason/Record within the Automap Server
+ added support for iPhone/iPod Touch Automap App.
+ updated DAW Setup Guide.
+updated Reason/Record default mappings
+Dynamic port routing for SL MkII range
+added mod wheel as an Automap control
+Factory restore (under the Devices menu)
Fixes:
+ fixed timestamp issue with midi client on a Mac
+ fixed issue with Rob Papen's plug-ins.
+ fixed issue with multiple device with Windows XP
+ fixed problem during install if older version of Automap is installed.
+ added dialog box if hardware had older version of firmware or settings.
+fixed issue with disconnecting hardware device while in use
+fixed issue with iPhone connecting to Automap Server while other device is in use.
Known Issues:
+ iPhone and Automap HUI mode may give out incorrect value on some parameters.
+ TDM plug-ins are not removed from the Automap server when de-instantiated in Pro Tools HD 8
+ VST plug-ins are not removed from the Automap server when de-instantiated in Sonar 8
+ Vista 64 and Reason/Record may have poor response.
+Aftertouch selection and octave display on dynamic port routing for SL MkII
Firmware and Hardware Settings:
+ SLMkII - includes firmware version 1.1.06:
* Zero: fixed certain combination of multiple button presses while Preview is held Down.
* Zero: Ableton template : LH Row-Selects no longer allowed.
* Default Global Drumpad Threshold+Sensitivities now 12 and 45.
* Default Advanced Template on Startup now Template 11 – ‘1to8’.
* Automap offline and onlibne messages now only go to USB Port2 and 3.
* Reason Operation: LH/RH RowSelect Switching Improved.
* Fixed button LED Update with multiple button presses.
*updated Automap template for SL MkII range: assigned CC1 to mod wheel
+ ReMOTE SL/SL ZeRO - no change
+ ReMOTE SL Compact - no change
Automap 3.2b3 release notes.rtfAutomap3.2b3.dmgAutomap3.2b3.exe
Automap 3.2b2 Released on 07-17-09 15:41
Automap 3.2b2 - 27th July 2009
Windows and Mac version
Features
+ added integration for Reason/Record within the Automap Server
+ added support for iPhone/iPod Touch Automap App.
+ updated DAW Setup Guide.
Note that the pre-made Defaults mappings for Reason/Record can be freely re-assign, therefore users are encourage to make edits and assignments.
Fixes:
+ fixed timestamp issue with midi client on a Mac
+ fixed issue with Rob Papen's plug-ins.
+ fixed issue with multiple device with Windows XP
+ fixed problem during install if older version of Automap is installed.
+ added dialog box if hardware had older version of firmware or settings.
Known Issues:
+ iPhone and Automap HUI mode may give out incorrect value on some parameters.
+ TDM plug-ins are not removed from the Automap server when de-instantiated in Pro Tools HD 8
+ VST plug-ins are not removed from the Automap server when de-instantiated in Sonar 8
+ Vista 64 and Reason/Record may have poor response.
Other known issue on Windows:
+Automap server may be unresponsive when disconnecting hardware device while in use.
Firmware and Hardware Settings:
+ SLMkII - includes firmware version 1.1.06:
* Zero: fixed certain combination of multiple button presses while Preview is held Down.
* Zero: Ableton template : LH Row-Selects no longer allowed.
* Default Global Drumpad Threshold+Sensitivities now 12 and 45.
* Default Advanced Template on Startup now Template 11 – ‘1to8’.
* Automap offline and onlibne messages now only go to USB Port2 and 3.
* Reason Operation: LH/RH RowSelect Switching Improved.
* Fixed button LED Update with multiple button presses.
+ ReMOTE SL/SL ZeRO - no change
+ ReMOTE SL Compact - no change
Automap 3.2b2 release notes.rtfAutomap 3.2b2 Windows addendum.rtfAutomap-3.2b2.dmgAutomap-3.2b2.exe
Automap 3.1 Released on 06-19-09 08:40
Automap 3.1 - 19th June 2009
+ fixed issue with Logic component install
+ 3.1 release build
Automap 3.1b5 Released on 06-09-09 17:08
Automap 3.1b5 - 09th June 2009
+ fixed issue with > 23 clients causing server crash (Mac OS)
+ fixed midi feedback timing error (Mac OS PPC)
Automap 3.1b3 Released on 05-22-09 11:04
Automap 3.1b3 - 22nd May 2009
+ fixed issue with Window positioning on Dual monitor setups
+ re-named Cubase Mixer component to "Novation Automap" (you may need to re-add it as a Device in "Devices->Device Setup")
+ fixed issue with Admin password dialog being hidden when Activating Automap Pro
Automap 3.1b2 Released on 05-01-09 15:57
Automap 3.1b2 - 11th May 2009
Features - Please see "Automap3.1NewFeatures.pdf"
+ added new range editing system
+ added button modes
+ added home page button
+ added keyboard navigation of HUD
+ added highlighted group selection to plug-in manager
+ added search filter to plug-in manager
+ increased the max count of wrapped AU plug-ins (Mac OS)
+ renaming parameters now requires double mouse click on parameter name
+ more default plug-in mappings
Fixes:
+ re-added Logic component to installer for the Advanced Logic template
+ re-implemented "Show on Startup" option
+ fixed issue with master bypass controls in Pro Tools 8
+ fixed issue with Cubase mixer client component install
+ fixed issue with timestamping in Automap Midi Client
+ fixed issue with VST parameter control in Ableton Live 8
+ improved graphics performance
+ fixed issue with drag and drop between client mapping pages
+ improvement to message reliability with multiple control movements
Known Issues:
+ Midi Client port settings are not recalled correctly after device re-connect
+ Automap wrapped iLok authorised plug-ins that do not have authorisation cause Pro Tools to crash on scan
+ TDM plug-ins are not removed from the Automap server when de-instantiated in Pro Tools HD 8
+ VST plug-ins are not removed from the Automap server when de-instantiated in Sonar 8
Firmware and Hardware Settings:
+ SLMkII - includes firmware version 1.0.0.9 - revised global settings for Drum Pad calibration
+ ReMOTE SL/SL ZeRO - no change
+ ReMOTE SL Compact - no change
Automap-3.1b2.dmgAutomap-3.1b2.exeAutomap-3.1b2ReleaseNotes.rtfAutomap3.1NewFeatures.pdf
Automap 3.0 Released on 02-05-09 17:37
- Please see Release Notes document
Automap 3.0 Release Notes.rtfAutomap Web-3.0.dmgAutomap Web-3.0.exe
Automap 3.0fc4 Released on 01-23-09 17:32
- Fixed issue with device search order (Windows)
- Fixed issue with character drawing on ReMOTE SL & Automap template
- Resolved some issues with caching wrapped plug-ins within plug-in manager
- Resolved some issues with re-drawing graphics in HUD
Automap 3.0fc3 Released on 01-16-09 16:04
- Resolved issue with installer upgrading from previous versions
Automap 3.0fc3 Release Notes.rtfAutomap Web-3.0fc3.dmgAutomap Web-3.0fc3.exeAutomap-UserGuide.pdf
