IntroWelcome to the Nocturn User Guide. This document will guide you in using the Nocturn hardware and AutomapUniversal 2.0 software to control music software and hardware MIDI devices. If you require further guidance ortechnical support after reading this guide, please visit the Novation Answerbase, which can be found in the support areaat www.novationmusic.com. The Novation Answerbase contains troubleshooting articles for all Novation products anda technical support contact form that you can use to get in touch with someone at Novation if you cannot find theinformation you are after. Remember also to keep an eye out for Nocturn updates in the Software Download sectionof Support at www.novationmusic.com.reGIstratIonTo register your Nocturn, visit www.novationmusic.com and click the ‘Register’ link in the main menu at the top of the homepage, then fill in the required details. In addition to this you can sign up to receive Novation e-zines, which aree-mail newsletters (sent once every two or three months) containing product update news, competitions, freebies andtips from signed artists. Registering your Nocturn is the best way to ensure you stay up to date with any developmentsin Automap, as well as help with any technical enquires you may make.1. InstallatIonRead the following instructions for PC or Mac to learn how to install Nocturn on your computer. After installation,remember that Nocturn is not a MIDI device, it is an Automap device. MIDI is transmitted using the virtual MIDI portswithin the Automap Universal (Server) software.1.1 PcThe Nocturn is compatible with Windows XP service pack 2, XP X64 and Vista (32- and 64- bit editions).Installation places the Nocturn driver and Automap Universal 2.0 software on your computer.Close all running programs and disconnect all USB devices from the computer, with the exception of keyboard andmouse.Locate the file ‘NocturnSetup.exe’ on the Nocturn resources disc and double-click to run it.The installer will prompt you to connect the Nocturn to your computer. If the Windows Found New Hardware Wizardappears after you connect the Nocturn, click ‘cancel’ to close it and then continue with the installation.During installation the following message may appear:Win Vista Win XPClick ‘Install’ (Win Vista) or ‘Continue Anyway’ (Win XP) to continue with the installation.1.2.3.4.