Using the Icon P1-M with Sound Devices 8-Series Recorders

The Icon Pro Audio P1-M is designed to integrate seamlessly with your Sound Devices 8-Series recorders (Scorpio, 888, 833), providing hands-on, tactile control over channel levels, solo/mute states, and other mixer functions. This guide walks you through the complete setup process—from configuring firmware and mappings to switching control modes.

Requirements

• P1-M Firmware: Version 1.10 or higher
• iMAP Software: Version 1.17 or higher
• Sound Devices Firmware: v10.11 or later is recommended for automatic folder creation

Initial Setup: Configure P1-M for Sound Devices Integration

Before you connect the P1-M to your recorder, you must map the iMAP “Sound Devices” profile to one of the three available DAW preset buttons on the P1-M.

Step 1: Install iMAP Software

1. Visit the P1-M product page on the iconproaudio.com website.
2. Scroll down to Downloads, and install the correct version of iMAP for your operating system.
3. Do not launch the iMAP app yet.

Step 2: Connect and Prepare the P1-M

1. Connect the P1-M to your computer via USB-C (rear port).
2. Power on the P1-M.
3. Now launch iMAP.

Step 3: Load the Sound Devices Preset

1. In iMAP, confirm that P1-M is selected in the controller dropdown (top-right corner).
2. Right-click anywhere in the left panel and choose “Reset to Factory Default.”
3. From the DAW dropdown on the right, select “Sound Devices.”
4. Switch to the BUTTON FUNCTIONS tab. You can optionally edit the layout here, but the preset provides ideal defaults for the 8-Series workflow.

Optional: Customize Touch Display with Sound Devices Preset

Sound Devices has created a custom iMAP configuration and 8-Series controller mapping file that enhances the touch display for common tasks like track arming, solo/mute, and more.

Step 1: Load Preset into Your 8-Series Recorder

1. Download the P1-M Controller Mapping File from sounddevices.com.

2. Copy the file into the MIDI_MAPPING folder on the root of your 8-Series drive.

   Note: If your 8-Series is running firmware v10.11 or earlier and the folder does not exist yet, go to
   Menu > Controllers > Mapping > Learn
   and press any button on the P1-M. This will create the folder. You can delete the learned mapping afterward.

3. From the 8-Series menu:
   • Go to Controllers > Mapping
   • Toggle the Load switch (bottom of screen)
   • Select the P1-M Controller Mapping File
   • Press the Headphone Encoder to confirm

Connecting Your P1-M to a Sound Devices 8-Series Recorder

After setup and preset configuration are complete, follow these steps to connect:

Step-by-Step

1. Power On P1-M
   Ensure your device is powered.
2. Open iMAP and Select Sound Devices Preset
   Confirm the correct preset is active from earlier setup.
3. Power Off P1-M
4. Enter SD Mode
   • Hold the “Solo” button on Track 1.
   • While holding, turn power on.
   • P1-M will now boot into SD Mode.
5. Connect to Recorder
   Use a direct USB connection to your Sound Devices recorder.

Once in SD Mode, the P1-M will remember it for future sessions—even after powering down. You only need to repeat this process if switching back to another mode.

Switching Back to General Controller Mode

To re-enable iMAP editing or use the P1-M with other DAWs:

1. Hold the “Mute” button on Track 1.
2. While holding, power on the device.
3. The P1-M will now boot into General Controller Mode.