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ully read the sections entitled: USING THE UNIT NOTES (p. 3; p. 5). These sections provide important proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to ained a good grasp of every feature provided by your hould be read in its entirety. The manual should be convenient reference.

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id touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. aged or dirty discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a mercially available CD cleaner.

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201a Before using this unit, caref SAFELY and IMPORTANT information concerning the feel assured that you have g new unit, Owners manual s saved and kept on hand as a

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o not excessively twist or bend the power cord, or place heavy objects on it. Doing so can amage the cord, producing severed elements nd short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and hock hazards!

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o not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, oins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft rinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

........................................................................................................... b mmediately turn the power off, remove the AC daptor from the outlet, and request servicing by our retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or n authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the eparate sheet titled Information when: The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or If smoke or unusual odor occurs Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

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n households with small children, an adult should rovide supervision until the child is capable of

ollowing all the rules essential for the safe peration of the unit.

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u always have the unit placed so it is to remain stable. Never place it on

ould wobble, or on inclined surfaces. ....................................................................................

004 Never install the unit in any of the following locations.

Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are Exposed to steam or smoke; or are Subject to salt exposure; or are Humid; or are Exposed to rain; or are Dusty or sandy; or are Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.

.............................................................................................................. 008b Use only the specified AC adaptor (sold separately),

and make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptors body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

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ARNING and CAUTION Notices

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

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............................................................................................................ 0b Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet. ............................................................................................................

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mediately turn the power off, and request vicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland vice Center, or an authorized Roland tributor, as listed on the separate sheet titled formation when: smoke or unusual odor occurs bjects have fallen into, or liquid has been

pilled onto the unit; or he unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise as become wet); or he unit does not appear to operate normally or xhibits a marked change in performance. .......................................................................................................

tect the unit from strong impact. not drop it!)

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not force the units power-supply cord to share outlet with an unreasonable number of other vices. Be especially careful when using ension cordsthe total power used by all

vices you have connected to the extension ds outlet must never exceed the power rating tts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive

ds can cause the insulation on the cord to heat and eventually melt through. .......................................................................................................

fore using the unit in a foreign country, consult h your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

nter, or an authorized Roland distributor, as ed on the separate sheet titled Information. .......................................................................................................

not attempt to play back a CD-ROM or DVD- M in a conventional audio CD player. Damage speakers or other system components may ult. .......................................................................................................

101b The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so

their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.

.............................................................................................................. 102c Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord

when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

.............................................................................................................. 103b At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC

adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

.............................................................................................................. 104 Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming

entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

.............................................................................................................. 106 Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on

the unit.

.............................................................................................................. 107c Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet

hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

.............................................................................................................. 108b Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC

adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

.............................................................................................................. 108c Disconnect all cords coming from external

devices before moving the unit.

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ave a backup copy of important data you have stored in the nits memory in your computer.

nfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of ata that was stored in your computer once it has been lost. oland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss f data.

se a reasonable amount of care when using the units uttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks nd connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

ever strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

hen connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the onnector itselfnever pull on the cable. This way you will void causing shorts, or damage to the cables internal lements.

o avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the units olume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at ight).

hen you need to transport the unit, package it in the box ncluding padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you ill need to use equivalent packaging materials.

se only the specified expression pedal (EV-5 or EV-7; sold eparately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you sk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

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ct this unit to same electrical outlet that is being ectrical appliance that is controlled by an as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave

onditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending which the electrical appliance is used, power may cause this unit to malfunction or may ible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate let, connect a power supply noise filter between the electrical outlet.

or will begin to generate heat after long hours of se. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

cting this unit to other devices, turn off the nits. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or eakers or other devices.

ay interfere with radio and television reception. is device in the vicinity of such receivers.

produced if wireless communications devices, hones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. uld occur when receiving or initiating a call, or

sing. Should you experience such problems, you te such wireless devices so they are at a greater this unit, or switch them off.

e the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices eat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or ject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat

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from one location to another where the and/or humidity is very different, water droplets n) may form inside the unit. Damage or

ay result if you attempt to use the unit in this erefore, before using the unit, you must allow it everal hours, until the condensation has vaporated.

358 Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard. This

can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing to produce sound.

360 Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on

which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface. You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.

Maintenance 401a For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or

one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non- abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

402 Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to

avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data 452 Please be aware that all data contained in the units memory

may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up in your computer, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

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.....................................................................................................................27 nu ...............................................................................................................27 .....................................................................................................................27 .....................................................................................................................28 .....................................................................................................................29 IDI Messages .........................................................................................29 e Assigned MIDI Messages...............................................................30 Control Map from the A-PRO ..........................................................31 a Control Map to the A-PRO..........................................................31 on Your Computer............................................................................32

ap that was Saved on Your Computer .........................................32 rameters...................................................................................................33 ....................................................................................................................40 Keyboard Set .........................................................................................40 a Keyboard Set ...................................................................................40

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ance Functions......................................................................................41 nt Channel (MIDI Transmit Channel).............................................42 el.................................................................................................................42 OGRAM CHANGE/BANK)..................................................................43 HANGE ....................................................................................................43 (BANK)......................................................................................................43 and LOWER Sounds............................................................................44 e UPPER Sound .....................................................................................44 e LOWER Sound....................................................................................44 s (DUAL)...................................................................................................45 Separately (SPLIT)................................................................................45 g Dynamics (VELOCITY)......................................................................46 Fixed Velocity (KEY VELOCITY) ......................................................46 e Keyboard Touch (VELOCITY CURVE) ........................................46 r Values (PRM MUTE)..........................................................................47

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es of Things and What They Do................................ 8 Panel .................................................................................................................................................... 8 Side Panel ........................................................................................................................................11

alling the Driver ........................................................12 Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista Users....................................................................12 Windows XP Users ........................................................................................................................15 Mac OS X Users ..............................................................................................................................17 Verifying that Installation was Successful............................................................................19

Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows) ..............................................19 Checking in GarageBand (Mac OS X)....................................................................20

k what You Can Do with the A-PRO .........................21 Play.....................................................................................................................................................21 Use ACT ............................................................................................................................................21 Use Control Maps..........................................................................................................................21 Create Your Own Settings .........................................................................................................21

g A-PRO Editor .........................................................22 Installing A-PRO Editor................................................................................................................22

Windows Users .............................................................................................................22 Mac OS X Users .............................................................................................................22

MIDI Port Assignments ...............................................................................................................23 Windows Users .............................................................................................................23 Mac OS X Users .............................................................................................................23

Items in the Windows..................................................................................................................24 Main Window ................................................................................................................24 Message Assignment Window................................................................................24 Keyboard Set Window ...............................................................................................26

Menus .......................... File Menu ... Edit Menu .. Options Me Help Menu.

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.......................................................................................................................69 ON/OFF....................................................................................................69 N.................................................................................................................69

......................................................................................................................70 ESET............................................................................................................70 Power Automatically Turn Off After a Time (AUTO OFF).......70

............................................................ 71 .......................................................................................................................71 RO Directly to a Sound Module ........................................................72 ver Mode ...................................................................................................73 e Standard Driver .................................................................................73

ut Device Settings .................................................................................73

............................................................ 74 alling the Driver .....................................................................................74 ngs...............................................................................................................76 ing..............................................................................................................77

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Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode) .........................48 Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard.........................................................48

Note Assignments .......................................................................................................49 Aftertouch Assignment .............................................................................................50 Control Change Assignment ...................................................................................51 Program Change Assignment.................................................................................52 RPN/NRPN Assignment .............................................................................................53 Tempo Assignment.....................................................................................................54

Convenient Functions.................................................................................................................56 Copying an Assignment............................................................................................56 Clearing an Assignment (NO ASSIGN)..................................................................56

System Settings (EDIT Mode) .........................................57 LCD Contrast Setting ...................................................................................................................59

LCD CONTRAST.............................................................................................................59 Keyboard-related Settings.........................................................................................................60

KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE ..................................................................................60 KEYBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE...........................................................................61 KEYBOARD PORT SET..................................................................................................61 KEYBOARD ACTIVE PART...........................................................................................62 TRANSPOSE....................................................................................................................62 SHIFT KEY LATCH .........................................................................................................62

Pad-related Settings ....................................................................................................................63 PAD VELOCITY CURVE................................................................................................63 PAD AFTERTOUCH CURVE ........................................................................................63

Clock-related Settings.................................................................................................................64 MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF...................................................................................................64 MIDI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO ................................................................................64 MIDI CLOCK OUTPUT PORT......................................................................................64

USB-related Settings....................................................................................................................65 ADVANCED DRIVER MODE .......................................................................................65

MIDI-related Settings...................................................................................................................66 MIDI I/F SWITCH ...........................................................................................................66 MIDI MERGE DESTINATION ......................................................................................67

Control Map Settings...................................................................................................................68 STARTUP MEMORY......................................................................................................68

[VALUE] knob Settings ................................................................................................................68 FUNCTION ......................................................................................................................68

Other Settings ......... H-ACTIVITY L9 FUNCTIO OMNI .......... FACTORY R Making the

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erate a controller, the value of the parameter assigned to that hown for a certain duration. Information such as the MIDI chan- ram change is also shown.

rsor is located here, moving a controller will not transmit MIDI . 47).

rsor is located here, you can turn the [VALUE] knob to switch trol maps stored in the A-PRO (p. 21).

rsor is located here, you can turn the [VALUE] knob to trans- m change on the current channel (p. 43).

rsor is located here, you can turn the [VALUE] knob to IDI channel on which the keyboard or bender lever will trans-

rsor is located here, you can turn the [VALUE] knob to alue of a user-assigned parameter (p. 68).

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[ ] button, [ ] button

You can use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor that is shown at CTRL MAP, PGM CHANGE, MIDI CH, or USER ASSIGN in the display.

Controllers [B1][B4] (button)

You can assign any desired MIDI messages to these buttons. 0 Assigning MIDI Messages (p. 29)

[SPLIT] button, [DUAL] button, [LOWER] button, [UPPER] button

[SPLIT] button Use this button to split the keyboard into right (UPPER) and left (LOWER) areas so that you can play a different sound in each area.

[DUAL] button Use this button to play two sounds layered.

[LOWER] button Use this button to play the LOWER part.

[UPPER] button Use this button to play the UPPER part.

[SHIFT] button

When youre in PLAY mode (p. 41), you can hold down the [SHIFT] button and use controllers [B1][B4], the [DUAL]/[LOWER]/[UPPER] buttons, the [TRANSPOSE] button, and the OCTAVE [] [+] buttons as a numeric keypad. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [SPLIT] button for backspace.

[TRANSPOSE] button

This button lets you shift the pitch of the keyboard up or down in steps of a semitone. 0 TRANSPOSE (p. 62)

OCTAVE [] [+] buttons

These buttons let you shift the pitch of the keyboard up or down in steps of one octave.

Bender lever

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Controllers [R1][R9] (knobs)

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Controllers [L1][L8] (button)

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[HOLD] button

This button turns Hold on/off (a function that sustains the note even after you release the [A1][A8] pad). Alternatively, you can assign a desired MIDI message to this button or use it to turn V-LINK on/off instead of using it as Hold. 0 L9 FUNCTION (p. 69)

V-LINK V-LINK ( ) is a funct together. By using MIDI to co easily enjoy a wide range of a music performance.

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DC IN jack You can connect a separately sold AC adaptor here. If you want to purchase an AC adaptor, contact the retailer from whom you purchased the product, or the nearest Roland Service Center.

[Power] switch

When not connected to a computer, the unit will automatically be switched off four hours after you stop playing or operating it (AUTO OFF function). If you do not want the power to be turned off automatically, disengage the AUTO OFF function (p. 70).

* Any settings that you a turned off. If you have a beforehand.

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within the CD-ROM, double-click the [Setup] staller.

users ck System and Security, and then click [System]. s the icon view, click [System].

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ter to the upper right or lower right corner of the harms.

swipe from the right side of the screen to display the

splay the Settings charms.

click [Control Panel] to open the Control Panel.

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r is software that transfers data between the A-PRO and the application software r computer when the A-PRO is connected to your computer.

o the Roland website for the latest drivers and information about compatibility e latest operating system versions.

/www.roland.com/support/

ocedure for installation and checking will depend on your system. Perform the ing two steps to install and check the driver.

Steps to be performed on the

symb are told to do so.

* The example screen shots

1 With the A-PRO disco Disconnect all USB cable USB keyboard and USB m

Windows 8 users Switch to the Desktop.

2 Close all currently ru

3 Insert the included A

4 In the [Driver] folder icon to start up the in Windows 8/Windows 7 Open Control Panel, cli If the Control Panel show

Install driver

Windows 8 / Windows 7 /

Windows Vista

P. 12

P. 19

P. 15

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Operation of the A-PRO

To open the Control Pane

1. On the Start screen, c

2. Move the mouse poin screen to display the c

* On touch-enabled PCs, charms.

3. Click [Settings] and di

4. In Settings charms,

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tion, click [Next] once again. Installation will

alog box appears, click [Install].

urn the A-PROs [POWER] switch OFF.

hen the screen indicates Ready to install the ble to connect the A-PRO to your computer.

pears, proceed as directed by the message.

et the A-PROs [POWER] switch to USB. ed automatically.

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Windows Vista users Open Control Panel, click [System and Maintenance], and then click [System]. If the Control Panel shows the classic view, double-click the System icon.

5 A user account control confirmation screen will appear. Click [Yes] or [Continue].

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6 The screen will indicate A-PRO Driver will be installed on your computer. Click [Next]. If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message.

7 To begin the installa begin.

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If a Windows security di

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9 W driver, use a USB ca

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11 When the installation is completed, the A-PRO Driver Setup dialog box will indicate Installation has been completed. Click [Close] to close the A-PRO Driver Setup dialog box. If the System Settings Change dialog box appears, click [Yes]. Windows will automatically restart. Now lets check to make sure that installation was successful. 0 Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows) (p. 19)

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ur computer until you are told to do so.

ion dialog box appears, click [Continue Anyway] to .

eed, click [OK] in the dialog box to terminate the e the setting as described in Driver signing options . 80), and perform the installation once again.

et the A-PROs [POWER] switch to OFF.

hen the Ready to install the driver message able to connect the A-PRO to your computer.

pears, proceed as directed by the message.

et the A-PROs [POWER] switch to USB. ew Hardware will appear in the lower right corner of your

seconds to several minutes for the Found New Hardware

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Steps to be performed on the A-PRO keyboard itself are marked by a symbol. Dont connect the A-PRO to yo

1 With the A-PRO disconnected, start up Windows. Disconnect all USB cables from your computer, with the exception of those for a USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).

2 Close all currently running software.

3 Insert the included A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.

4 On the CD-ROM, open the [Driver] folder and double-click the [Setup] icon. If you get a message saying The operating system you are using is not supported or saying that the application is invalid, check the version of your operating system.

If the Install Program As Other User dialog box appears, click [Cancel] to terminate the installation, log on to Windows using an administrator account, and perform the installation once again.

5 The screen will indicate A-PRO Driver will be installed on your computer. Click [Next]. If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message.

6 To begin the installation, click [Next]. fig.xpdrv2-e.eps_27

If the Software Installat continue the installation

If you are unable to proc installation. Then chang setting (Windows XP) (p

7 S

8 W appears, use a USB c

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9 S The indication Found N screen.

* It may take between ten Wizard to appear.

indows XP Users Operation of the A-PRO

Operation of the A-PRO

Operation of the A-PRO

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tallation dialog box appears, click [Continue the installation.

eed, click [OK] in the dialog box to terminate the e the setting as described in Driver signing options . 80), and perform the installation once again.

ate Completing the Found New Hardware h].

complete, the A-PRO Driver Setup dialog box ation has been completed. the A-PRO Driver Setup dialog box. hange dialog box appears, click [Yes] to restart Windows.

e that installation was successful. ation and settings. Soft Synths (Windows) (p. 19)

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10 If you are asked whether you want to connect to Windows Update, choose [No, not this time] and click [Next].

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11 Choose [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], and click [Next].

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12 If the Hardware Ins Anyway] to continue

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If you are unable to proc installation. Then chang setting (Windows XP) (p

13 The screen will indic Wizard. Click [Finis

14 When installation is will indicate Install Click [Close] to close If the System Settings C

Now lets check to make sur This completes driver install 0 Checking with a SONAR

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ur computer until you are told to do so.

lick [Continue Installation].

completed, click [Restart] to restart your

r your computer to restart.

et the A-PROs [POWER] switch to OFF.

hen your computer has restarted, use a USB A-PRO to your computer.

et the A-PROs [POWER] switch to USB.

MIDI Settings] (/Applications/Utility) to start it

x.

u, choose [Show MIDI Window] to open MIDI Studio

r tab.

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Steps to be performed on the A-PRO keyboard itself are marked by a symbol. Dont connect the A-PRO to yo

* If a dialog box requesting a password appears during installation, enter a computer administrators user name and password and click the [Install Software] button or [OK] button.

* What you actually see on the screen may differ depending on your system.

1 With the A-PRO disconnected, start up your computer. Disconnect all USB cables from your computer, with the exception of those for a USB keyboard and USB mouse.

2 Close all currently running software.

3 Insert the included A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.

4 On the CD-ROM, open the [Driver] folder and double-click the [APRO_USBDriver] icon to start the installer. A message concerned with checking whether installation is possible may appear. If so, click [Continue].

If a message indicating that installation is not possible appears, check the operating system youre using, and perform step 4.

5 The screen will indicate Welcome to the A-PRO Driver Installer. Click [Continue].

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6 If the screen asks you to select a destination, click your start-up disk to select it, and then click [Continue].

7 When the display asks you to select the type of installation, click [Install] or [Upgrade].

8 In the next screen, c

9 When installation is computer.

* It may take some time fo

10 S

11 W cable to connect the

12 S

13 Double-click [Audio up.

14 Access the dialog bo Mac OS X 10.6 or later From the [Window] men

Mac OS X 10.5 or earlie Click the [MIDI Devices]

ac OS X Users Operation of the A-PRO

Operation of the A-PRO

Operation of the A-PRO

Operation of the A-PRO

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ag between the H and I symbols (representing spectively) of [A-PRO] and each [New Device] so ted as shown in the illustration below.

io dialog box or Audio MIDI Setup dialog

sure that installation was successful. Band (Mac OS X) (p. 20)

Device Name

A-PRO MIDI OUT

A-PRO

A-PRO MIDI IN

A-PRO 1

A-PRO 2

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15 Verify that [A-PRO] is shown in the MIDI Studio or Audio MIDI Settings dialog box.

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If the A-PRO is not shown or is grayed-out, the A-PRO has not been recognized correctly. Try clicking [Rescan MIDI]. You can also try disconnecting the USB cable connected to the A-PRO, then re-connecting it.

16 Click [Add Device] five times. fig.osxadddevice-e.eps

Five [New Device] items will appear.

17 Specify the device name for each [New Device].

1. Select the [New Device] you added, and click [Show Info].

2. Enter the name in the [Device Name] field. For each [New Device], enter the following names.

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18 Use the mouse to dr input and output, re that they are connec

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19 Close the MIDI Stud box. Now lets check to make 0 Checking in Garage

New Device

First

Second

Third

Fourth

Fifth

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ea, choose [Normal]; then enter a project name nd click [OK].

, choose [Soft Synths] and then [Square I].

nth Options dialog box, select the [Synth on in the [Open These Windows] area, and click

board.

kbar responds and you hear the sound of the synth, the to your computer.

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Proceed as follows to verify that the driver was installed correctly. We will use SONAR LE as an example for Windows, and GarageBand as an example for Mac OS X.

Heres an example using a plug-in synth included with SONAR LE. The procedure or screens may differ if youre using a different version.

1 Start up SONAR LE.

2 From the [EDIT] menu, click [Preferences...], and from the left menu click [Devices] in the MIDI field. The screen in which MIDI input/output devices are selected appears.

3 Choose the following MIDI devices in the [Inputs] and [Outputs] fields.

If youre unable to select A-PRO as an input/output device, it may be that a problem has occurred. Refer to Problems with Settings in the Troubleshooting section (p. 76).

4 Click [Apply], then [Close] to close the Preferences dialog box.

5 In the [File] menu, click [New]. The New Project File dialog box will appear.

6 In the Template ar in the Name field a

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7 In the [Insert] menu

8 In the Insert Soft Sy Property Page] opti [OK].

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9 Play the A-PROs key

If the MIDI monitor in the tas A-PRO is correctly connected

rifying that Installation was Successful

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Inputs Outputs

A-PRO MIDI IN A-PRO 1 A-PRO 2

A-PRO A-PRO MIDI OUT

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ck the following points. enu, click [Preferences]. If MIDI input is not detected in

IDI Status field, it may be that a problem has occurred. with setup in the Troubleshooting section (p. 76). hoose the [Sound]-[Output] tab. Make sure that your is not turned down or muted. Also make sure that internal

s, make sure that they are correctly connected to your ck. face thats connected to your computer, refer to the evice to make sure that your audio interface is connected

ftware other than GarageBand, youll need to make MIDI ings. Make the following settings for MIDI input/output.

Ch

Output device

A-PRO A-PRO MIDI OUT

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GarageBand is software that is included with Apples iLife.

Here, the explanation assumes that youre using GarageBand 11. The steps or screens may be different if youre using a different version.

1 In the [Applications] folder, double-click [GarageBand].

2 When GarageBand has started up, click the [File] menu item [New].

3 In the New Project screen, assign a name and click [Create]. fig.garageband_e.eps

4 Play the A-PROs keyboard.

If you hear the Grand Piano sound thats assigned to the GarageBand track, the A-PRO is correctly connected to your computer.

If you dont hear sound, che From the [GarageBand] m

the [Audio/MIDI] tabs M Please refer to Problems

In System Preferences, c computers main volume audio is selected.

If youre using headphone computers headphone ja

If you have an audio inter owners manual of your d correctly.

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Input device

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playing the A-PROs keyboard, you can select sounds in your sound module from PRO. You can also play two sounds together (DUAL) or separately (SPLIT).

tails, refer to Performing (Play Mode) (p. 41).

re using SONAR, you can use the A-PRO as a controller for SONAR simply by g the A-PROs [ACT] button to turn it on.

tails, refer to SONARs online help.

The A-PRO provides 19 contr by switching between them.

For details, refer to the separa

The A-PRO provides 44 contr controller.

For details, refer to Using A-

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ACT?

(Active Controller Technology) is functionality that lets you control SONAR an external device such as the A-PRO. This lets you control the plug-in effect

lug-in synthesizer thats active in SONAR without having to make time- suming settings.

Use Control Maps

Create Your Own S

About Control Maps

A Control Map is an object various controllers. By using Control Maps, you particular environment, m software programs.

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Editor unless you consent to the terms.

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Editor is software that lets you create control maps (p. 21) for the A-PRO series r computer, and make settings for the keyboard. The graphical screen makes it edit the values (settings).

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PRO has a total of 44 controllers: [B1][B4], [R1][R9], [L1][L9], [S1][S9], [A1] OLD (P1), EXPRESSION (P2), BENDER, MODULATION, and AFTERTOUCH. You can assign any MIDI message to be controlled by each controller. message assignments for these controllers are collectively called a control

assignments of MIDI messages can be made on the A-PRO keyboard itself t using the editor software. However, A-PRO Editor also allows you to transfer l map data in and out of the A-PRO keyboard, to edit control map data, and also or load control map settings as SMF format data.

ssigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard (p. 48)

1 Insert the included A

2 On the CD-ROM, ope to start the installer.

3 The screen Welcome Setup will appear. C

4 When the Please Re you consent, click [Ye You cannot install A-PRO

5 A dialog box will allo Simply click [Next].

6 Verify the contents o then click [Next]. Copying of the files will b

7 When copying is com This completes installatio

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Windows Users

Mac OS X Users

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onnect the A-PRO to your computer, then switch er.

tart], then successively click [All Programs], [A-PRO Editor] to start up A-PRO Editor.

k the [Options] menu item [MIDI Devices].

dialog box, ices as shown

e dialog box.

onnect the A-PRO to your computer, then switch er.

Editor] (/Applications/A-PRO Editor/) to start up

k the [Options] menu command [MIDI Devices]. dialog box, specify the MIDI devices as follows.

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In order to transfer control maps between A-PRO Editor and the A-PRO keyboard, youll need to specify the MIDI ports used by A-PRO Editor.

* If the A-PRO is connected via USB, the ports will be as follows. If youre using a MIDI connection, specify the MIDI input port and MIDI output port of the MIDI device to which the A-PRO is connected, instead of A-PRO 2 and A-PRO.

1 Use a USB cable to c on the A-PROs pow

2 Click the Windows [S [A-PRO Editor], and

3 In A-PRO Editor, clic fig.editor-device-e.eps

4 In the MIDI Devices specify the MIDI dev in the illustration.

5 Click [OK] to close th

1 Use a USB cable to c on the A-PROs pow

2 Double-click [A-PRO A-PRO Editor.

3 In A-PRO Editor, clic 4 In the MIDI Devices

5 Click [OK] to close th

IDI Port Assignments

What is a MIDI port? A MIDI port is a port used to transfer MIDI messages between your computer and the A-PRO.

Input ports

The output destination of the MIDI messages transmitted when you operate the A-PROs sliders, knobs, and buttons can be specified separately for each controller. For details, refer to Two MIDI Ports (p. 71).

Output ports

In order to transmit a control map created using A-PRO Editor to the A-PRO, you must choose [A-PRO] as the output port.

Input port Explanation

A-PRO MIDI IN Receives data thats input via the A-PROs MIDI IN connector.

A-PRO 1 Receives data from A-PRO sliders, knobs, or buttons that are assigned to PORT 1.

A-PRO 2

Receives data from A-PRO sliders, knobs, or buttons that are assigned to PORT 2. When receiving bulk data from the A-PRO, choose [A-PRO 2] as the input port.

Output port Explanation

A-PRO MIDI OUT Transmits MIDI messages to MIDI devices connected to the A-PROs MIDI OUT connector.

A-PRO Transmits MIDI messages to the A-PRO. When transmitting bulk data from the A-PRO, choose [A-PRO] as the output port.

Windows Users

Mac OS X Users

Input port

Output port

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Title

You can assign a name to the control map youre editing. Only single-byte alphanumeric characters can be entered for the control map name. The name you enter here is shown as the title of the HTML file thats exported by the [File] menu command [Export Assign List].

Controllers

Here you can click to select the controller to which you want to assign a MIDI message. When you move the mouse over a controller (a clickable area), the mouse cursor will

change to a . Now you can click the controller to open the Assign Message window.

[Control Map] dropdown list

Heres where you select the number of the control map that you want to edit. For details, refer to Receiving a Control Map from the A-PRO (p. 31), and Transmitting a Control Map to the A-PRO (p. 31).

[Transmit], [Receive]

Click [Transmit] to save a control map to the A-PRO, overwriting existing content. Click [Receive] to load a control map from the A-PRO.

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Controller name

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cribe the function youve assigned to the controller; this s display. Up to sixteen single-byte alphanumeric e name you enter here is shown in the PARAMETER field

the [File] menu command [Export Assign List].

g is [R1][R9] or [S1][S9], you can make virtual center click

hich the center value is transmitted.

Explanation

sensitive range in the center

sitive range in the center

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Message assignment area

Here you can specify the value of various parameters for the MIDI message you selected in the Assign Message selection list . For details on the parameters of each MIDI message, refer to Message Parameters (p. 33)

Output Port

This specifies the USB port from which the MIDI messages will be transmitted to a USB- connected computer.

Button Mode

If the controller is a button, this specifies the button mode.

Aftertouch mode (AFT Mode)

If the controller youre editing is [A1][A8], you can specify the aftertouch setting.

Name

You can enter a name to des name is shown in the A-PRO characters can be entered. Th of the HTML file exported by

Virtual Center Click

If the controller youre editin settings (p. 55). This broadens the range in w

Port Explanation

Port 1 MIDI messages will be transmitted to A-PRO 1.

Port 2 MIDI messages will be transmitted to A-PRO 2.

Port 1+2 MIDI messages will be transmitted to both A-PRO 1 and A-PRO 2.

Mode Explanation

Unlatch Turns on when you press the button; turns off when you release it.

Latch Alternately turns on/off each time you press the button.

Increase

Each time you press the button, the value will be incremented by one (or decremented by one if the maximum value is below the minimum value). When the value reaches the maximum value (minimum value), it will jump back to the minimum value (maximum value). * This cannot be selected if the message type is Note.

Mode Explanation

OFF No aftertouch

Channel Pressure Transmitted as channel pressure messages

Polyphonic Key Pressure Transmitted as polyphonic key pressure messages.

3

2

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5

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UPPER part and the upper limit of the LOWER part.

o save a keyboard set on the A-PRO. Click [Receive] if you from the A-PRO.

DUAL]/[LOWER]) for which you are assigning a keyboard

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Octave shift

Specifies the octave of the UPPER and LOWER parts.

Transpose

Specifies the transposition of the keyboard.

MIDI Channel

Specifies the MIDI channel of the UPPER and LOWER parts.

Active Part

Specifies the part(s) to which the [VALUE] knob, BENDER, MODULATION, AFTERTOUCH, HOLD, or EXPRESSION will apply.

Keyboard range setti

Specify the lower limit of the

[Transmit], [Receive]

Click [Transmit] if you want t want to load a keyboard set

Setting buttons

Specify the button ([SPLIT]/[ set.

[Close]

Closes the Keyboard Set win

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What is a Keyboard Set? Keyboard-related settings such as the MIDI channel and split point for the UPPER and LOWER parts, and the octave settings, are collectively called a keyboard set. You can use A-PRO Editor to make keyboard set settings and store them to the [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/[LOWER] buttons.

* Keyboard sets cannot be stored on your computer.

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nges the settings of the [LOWER], [DUAL], or [SPLIT] keyboard

cifies the MIDI ports used to communicate with the A-PRO key- rd. details, refer to MIDI Port Assignments (p. 23).

ws the MIDI message settings assigned to each controller in the n window of A-PRO Editor. For details, refer to Checking the As- ed MIDI Messages (p. 30).

Explanation

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e Menu

Menu Explanation

New Creates a new control map. The new control map will have no MIDI messages assigned to any of the controllers.

Open Loads a control map that was saved in SMF format. For details, refer to Loading a Control Map that was Saved on Your Computer (p. 32).

Save Saves the control map currently being edited by overwriting the SMF.

Save As Saves the control map currently being edited in SMF format with the name you specify. For details, refer to Loading a Control Map that was Saved on Your Computer (p. 32).

Export Assign List

Exports an HTML-format list of the messages assigned to each con- troller of the control map currently being edited. * The HTML file created by this command cannot be loaded by

means of the [File] menu command [Open].

View Assign list Displays the assigned MIDI messages in your Web browser.

Recently Used Files Shows the names of the recently used files.

it Menu

Menu Explanation

Copy Copies the setting of the selected controller to the clipboard.

Paste Pastes the setting from the clipboard to the selected controller.

No Assign Sets the MIDI assignment of the selected controller to No Assign.

Options Menu

Menu

Show Keyboard Panel Cha set.

MIDI Devices Spe boa For

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You can use the following keyboard shortcuts with A-PRO Editor.

In text boxes such as the Title field of the main window, keyboard shortcuts for the [Edit] menu commands [Copy] and [Paste] can be used on the text.

yboard Shortcuts

Command Key (Windows)

Key (Mac OS X)

[File][New] Ctrl + N Command + N

[File][Open] Ctrl + O Command + O

[File][Save] Ctrl + S Command + S

[File][Save As] Ctrl + Shift + S Command + Shift + S

[File][Exit] Alt + F4 Command + Q

[Edit][Copy] Ctrl + C Command + C

[Edit][Paste] Ctrl + V Command + V

[Edit][NO ASSIGN] Del Del

Next controller Ctrl + F Command + F

Previous controller Ctrl + B Command + B

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Heres how to assign a MIDI message to each controller. fig.editor-assign1.eps

1 In the main window, click the controller to which you want to assign a MIDI message.

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2 In the message assignment window, use the Assign Message field to select the type of MIDI message you want to assign.

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3 According to the type of MIDI message you selected, use the fields of the message assignment area to specify the parameters. For details on the parameters, refer to Message Parameters (p. 33).

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4 In the Output Port fi the MIDI output por

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You can use either of the following two methods to check the MIDI messages that are assigned.

iewing an assignment list

If you want to use your Web browser to view an assignment list of the current control map, choose the [File] menu command [View Assign List]. This is a convenient way to view all of the control maps settings. If you want to save the assignment list as an HTML file, choose the [File] menu command [Export Assign List...]. When the Save As dialog box appears, specify the location, assign a file name, and then click [Save].

iewing the assigned messages

If you want to see the current settings for each controller in the main window, choose the [Options] menu command [Show Messages], and select the [Show Assigned Messages] check box. The current assignments will be shown in simplified form as follows.

fig.editor-assignmessage.eps

The display color indicates t

ecking the Assigned MIDI Messages

Indication

N

N

C

P

C

P

P

B

P

P

R

N

E

S

S

F

T

Display color

Yellow P

Light blue P

Light green P

Pink N

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l map settings created in A-PRO Editor on the A-PRO rocedure to transmit the edited control map to the A-PRO

dropdown list, at which you want map.

dialog box, click

ress dialog box

appears, transmission

Re l Map to the A-PRO

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If you want to edit the control map settings of the A-PRO keyboard in A-PRO Editor, use the following procedure to receive control map data from the A-PRO keyboard so that it can be edited.

fig..editor-rcv1.eps

1 From the numbers displayed in the [Control Map] dropdown list, select the number of the control map that you want to edit.

2 Click [Receive].

fig.editor-rev3-e.eps_50

3 In the confirmation dialog box, click [Continue].

fig.editor-trans4-e.eps_40

4 A reception progress dialog box will appear. When the dialog box disappears, reception has been completed.

If you want to use the contro keyboard, use the following p keyboard.

fig.editor-trans1.eps

1 In the [Control Map] specify the number to save your control

2 Click [Transmit].

fig.editor-trans3-e.eps_50

3 In the confirmation [Continue].

fig.editor-trans4-e.eps_40

4 A transmission prog will appear. When the dialog box dis has been completed.

ceiving a Control Map from the A-PRO Transmitting a Contro

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aved on your computer in SMF format can be loaded into

as follows.

nu command [Open].

that you want to load, and click [Open].

t contain A-PRO control map data cannot be opened. The gs for all controllers.

e field can be loaded only from an SMF that was saved by

control maps from the PCR-300/500/800 or memory sets s unit.

Sa Map that was Saved on Your

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Control map settings youve edited in A-PRO Editor can not only be transferred directly between the A-PRO keyboard and your computer, they can also be saved on your computer as an SMF format file. To save an SMF file, proceed as follows.

1 Choose the [File] menu command [Save As]. If you want to overwrite the most recently opened file, choose the [File] menu command [Save].

2 Enter a file name and click [Save].

Control map data that was s A-PRO Editor. To load an SMF file, proceed

1 Choose the [File] me

2 Specify the SMF file

* An SMF file that does no SMF must contain settin

* The contents of the Nam A-PRO Editor.

* It is not possible to load from an earlier PCR serie

ving a Control Map on Your Computer Loading a Control Computer

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tting items for each MIDI message. Values for parameters

NO Channel Pressure

Assign a channel pressure message. .editor-chpress.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Me

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Min Value Lower value of channel pressure

Max Value Upper value of channel pressure

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The setting items shown in the message assign window will depend on the MIDI message youve selected. This section explains the se are specified in decimal. For details on the Settings field, refer to Message Assignment Window (p. 24).

ASSIGN Clears any message assignment. No message will be sent even if you operate a controller thats set to NO ASSIGN.

fig.editor-noassign.eps

There are no parameters to set.

* If HOLD, EXPRESSION, BENDER, MODULATION, or AFTERTOUCH settings are set to NO ASSIGN, the corresponding controller will control its own original function. In this case, the current channel will be used as the MIDI transmit channel.

Channel Message Assigns a channel message. Use the Type field to select the type of message you want to assign. According to the message youve selected, set the following parameters.

Note

Assign a note message. fig.editor-note.eps

Specify the following parameters.

fig

ssage Parameters

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Note Number Note number

Velocity Velocity

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Ch

Program Change

Assign a program change message (with a fixed program number).

.editor-pc.eps

Specify the following parameters.

* The range of the program number is 1128.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

PC Number Program number

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annel Message

Polyphonic Key Pressure

Assign a polyphonic key pressure message.

fig.editor-poly.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Control Change

Assign a control change message.

fig.editor-cc.eps

Specify the following parameters.

fig

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Note Number Note number

Min Value Lower value of key pressure

Max Value Upper value of key pressure

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Control Number Control number

Min Value Lower limit of the control value

Max Value Upper limit of the control value

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Ch

Program Change Dec

Assign the program change decrement function (PC DEC). This will transmit a program change number that is one less than the program change number most recently transmitted in the A-PROs program change mode.

.editor-pcdec.eps

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annel Message

Program Change (Min-Max)

Assign a program change message (with a variable program number).

fig.editor-pcmm.eps

Specify the following parameters.

* The range of the program number is 1128.

Bank Select + Program Change

Assign a bank select message and program change message (all values fixed).

fig.editor-bankpc.eps

Specify the following parameters.

* The range of the program number is 1128.

fig

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Min Number Lower limit of the program number.

Max Number Upper limit of the program number.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Bank MSB Bank number MSB

Bank LSB Bank number LSB

PC Number Program number

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Ch

NRPN

Assign a non-registered parameter number. .editor-nrpn.eps

Specify the following parameters.

* The range for the data entry LSB is fixed at 0127 and cannot be changed.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

NRPN MSB NRPN parameter number MSB

NRPN LSB NRPN parameter number LSB

MSB Min Value Lower limit of data entry MSB

MSB Max Value Upper limit of data entry MSB

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annel Message

Program Change Inc

Assign the program change increment function (PC INC). This will transmit a program change number that is one greater than the program change number most recently transmitted in the A-PROs program change mode.

fig.editor-pcinc.eps

RPN

Assign a registered parameter number. fig.editor-rpn.eps

Specify the following parameters.

* The range for the data entry LSB is fixed at 0127 and cannot be changed.

fig

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

RPN MSB RPN parameter number MSB

RPN LSB RPN parameter number LSB

MSB Min Value Lower limit of data entry MSB

MSB Max Value Upper limit of data entry MSB

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Ch

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annel Message

Encoder Simulate

Assign a function that simulates a rotary encoder. fig.editor-encsim.eps

Specify the following parameters.

* This can be assigned to a button, but will not do anything.

System Realtime/F6

Assign a system realtime message or F6 (Tune Request). fig.editor-realtime.eps

For System Realtime/F6, use the Status field to choose the message you want to assign.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Control Number Controller number

Item Content

F6 Tune request

F8 Timing clock

FA Start

FB Continue

FC Stop

FF System reset

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Sy cters used in the message entry field

you can specify in the Data Type field

n Details

cation The data specified by Data Type will be inserted.

cksum If you use the automatic checksum calculation function, use this special character to specify the point at which check- sum calculation is to begin.

tion e

If you use the automatic checksum calculation function, use this special character to specify the point at which the checksum is to be inserted, and its type. S1: The most common type, used by Roland and other man-

ufacturers. S2: Choose this if a method other than S1 is used.

value If you want a channel number to be inserted in the exclusive message, use this special character to specify its location and the upper four bits (a fixed value of 07). The current channel of the A-PRO will be inserted in the channel section.

is any 7)

If you want a GS block number to be inserted in the exclu- sive message, use this special character to specify its loca- tion and the upper four bits (a fixed value of 07). The current channel of the A-PRO will converted into the block number and inserted.

h Target of the specified Min Value / Max Value

Specifies a range from 0 to 127 (0127)

Specifies the range of the first byte (015) * The second byte is fixed at 015

Specifies the range of the MSB (0127) * The LSB is fixed at 0127

Specifies the range of the MSB (0127) * The LSB is fixed at 0127

Specifies the range of change (0255) between the negative di- rection (Min) and the positive direction (Max), centered on 8000h.

essage entry field. DT S1 F7

se DT0. Specify the ax Value as 127.

F0 41 10 42 12 SS 40 1x 32 DATA SUM F7

Block number 1 byte

Address Data

ChecksumChecksum calculation range

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stem Ex. Assign a system exclusive message (System Ex.). You can enter up to twenty-four bytes.

fig.editor-sysex.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Table 1: Special chara

Table 2: Types of data Item Content

Message entry field

You can enter a system exclusive message of up to twenty-four bytes. Enter each byte as a hexadecimal value separated by a single-byte space.

The following limitations apply to the input. * The message must begin with F0 and end with F7. * You cannot include more than one exclusive message. * You cannot include messages other than an exclusive message.

You can enter variable data or a checksum using the special characters described in Table 1: Special characters used in the message entry field (p. 38). If you use the special character DT, use the Data Type field to specify the type of data.

Data Type

If youve used the special character DT in the message entry field, use this to specify the type of data to be inserted at that location. For the types of data that can be specified, refer to Table 2: Types of data you can specify in the Data Type field (p. 38).

Min Value Lower limit of the data value

Max Value Upper limit of the data value

Special character Explanatio

DT Data insertion lo

SS Beginning of che calculation

S1/S2 Checksum inser location and typ

?n Channel (? is any between 07)

?x Block number (? value between 0

Data type Data lengt

DT0: 7-bit 1 byte

DT1: 4-bit/4-bit 2 bytes

DT2: 7-bit/7-bit (MSB/LSB) 2 bytes

DT3: 7-bit/7-bit (LSB/MSB) 2 bytes

DT4: 4-bit/ 4-bit/4-bit/4-bit 4 bytes

Example of input 1. Enter the following in the m

F0 41 10 42 12 SS 40 1X 32

2. In the Data Type field, choo Min Value as 0 and the M

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Fr nsmitting MIDI CLOCK messages.

pecify.

signed to a button.

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ee Message Assign a MIDI message. You can enter up to twenty-four bytes. You may assign more than one MIDI message if desired.

fig.editor-freemsg.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Tempo Assign tempo control for tra

fig.editor-tempo.eps

There are no parameters to s

* This will not function if as

Item Content

Message entry field

You can enter a MIDI message of up to twenty-four bytes. Enter each byte as a hexadecimal value separated by a single-byte space.

The following limitations apply to the input. * You cant use a checksum. * You cant use a special character as the first byte.

You can also enter variable data using the special characters de- scribed in Table 1: Special characters used in the message entry field (p. 38). If you use the special character DT, use the Data Type field to specify the type of data.

Data Type

If youve used the special character DT in the message entry field, use this to specify the type of data to be inserted at that location. For the types of data that can be specified, refer to Table 2: Types of data you can specify in the Data Type field (p. 38).

Min Value Lower limit of the data value

Max Value Upper limit of the data value

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d set created in A-PRO Editor on the A-PRO keyboard, it it.

L]/[LOWER] keyboard set

t.

box, click [Continue].

ress dialog box will appear. appears, transmission is complete.

Us

Re rd Set

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If you want to edit a keyboard set, use the following procedure to load the keyboard map data from the A-PRO, so that it can be edited.

fig.keyboardset1.eps

1 Use the [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/[LOWER] buttons to select the keyboard set that you want to edit.

fig.keyboardsetrecv.eps

2 Click [Receive].

3 In the confirmation box, click [Continue].

4 A reception progress dialog box will appear. When the dialog box disappears, reception is complete.

If you want to use a keyboar proceed as follows to transm

fig.keyboardset1.eps

1 Use the [SPLIT]/[DUA buttons to select the that you want to edi

fig.keyboardsettrans.eps

2 Click [Transmit].

3 In the confirmation

4 A transmission prog When the dialog box dis

ing Keyboard Sets

ceiving a Keyboard Set Transmitting a Keyboa

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se Pl ntro

road

hen o retu

] utton iscard hen

our s

Sp Se so Se (M

U Se (P

Pl W m

* Si so

s you will find convenient when youre performing.

ender lever toward the left while you play will lower the ving it toward the right will raise the pitch. This effect is

bend. Moving the lever away from yourself will apply effect is called modulation. he lever to left or right and simultaneously move it away , both effects will apply at the same time.

fig.PitchBend-e.eps

* The amount of pitch change (bend range) depends on the settings of your sound module.

* If you assign a MIDI message to the bender lever, the pitch bend effect and modulation effect will be disabled.

M

Play m

Edit m (p. 48

ng

mance Functions

Explanation

ng the bender lever to the left or right will transmit pitch bend mes- , causing the pitch to change slightly. range of the pitch change (bend range) will depend on the set- s of your sound module.

ng the bender lever away from yourself will transmit modulation ages (CC#01), applying a vibrato effect to the sound. way in which the sound changes will depend on the settings of your nd module.

an use the OCTAVE [] [+] buttons to raise or lower the keyboards range in steps of an octave (Octave Shift). Use this when you want to the keyboards pitch range upward or downward. ing the OCTAVE [] button once will lower the pitch by one octave. ing it again will lower the pitch by another octave. You can adjust this g in a range of -45 octaves. Depending on the current octave shift g, the OCTAVE [] or OCTAVE [+] button will light. By pressing the VE [] and OCTAVE [+] buttons simultaneously, you can reset the oc-

shift value to 0, restoring the keyboard to its original pitch.

press the [TRANSPOSE] button to turn it on, the pitch will be shifted e number of semitone steps you specified using the EDIT mode SPOSE setting (p. 62).

lation effect

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1

2

3

Playi

rming (Play Mode)

ay mode when you want to play the A-PROs keyboard or use its controllers to l your software or sound modules.

ly speaking, the A-PRO has the following two modes.

you turn on the power, the A-PRO will start up in Play mode. rn from Edit mode to Play mode, you can either press the [ACT] button and

button simultaneously, or hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [SPLIT] ([BS] button). In this case, the settings you were in the process of making will be ed.

you play the keyboard in Play mode, note messages will be transmitted, causing ound module to produce sound.

ecify the A-PROs current channel (MIDI transmit channel). t the A-PROs MIDI transmit channel to match the MIDI receive channel of your und module. tting the MIDI transmit channel is explained in Specifying the Current Channel IDI Transmit Channel) (p. 42).

se the A-PRO to select a sound on your sound module. lecting a sound on your sound module is explained in Selecting Sounds ROGRAM CHANGE/BANK) (p. 43).

ay the A-PROs keyboard. hen youve finished making settings, play the keyboard in Play mode; MIDI essages will be transmitted to your application.

nce the A-PRO keyboard does not contain a sound generator, it cannot produce und on its own.

Here are some of the function

Moving the b pitch, and mo called pitch vibrato. This If you move t from yourself

ode Explanation To select

ode

This is the mode in which you play the keyboard and operate the controllers. MIDI messages will be transmitted by each con- troller.

1. Turn on the power. 2. Exit EDIT mode.

ode , p. 57)

This is the mode in which you assign MIDI mes- sages to each controller, or make system settings.

1. From PLAY mode, press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

the Keyboard

Convenient Perfor

Function

Changing the pitch of a sounding note (Pitch Bend)

Movi sages * The

ting

Applying modulation to a sounding note (Modulation)

Movi mess * The

sou

Switching the octave (Octave Shift)

You c pitch shift Press Press settin settin OCTA tave

Changing the pitch (Transpose)

If you by th TRAN

Pitch bend effect Modu

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Sp

MI

rollers will transmit on the current channel regardless of channel. If you want the MIDI transmit channel of the hen you switch the current channel, turn OMNI on as

and [ ] button simultaneously to enter Edit

LCD CONTRAST.

until SYSTEM SETTING appears in the display. n.

until OMNI appears in the display. n.

he current setting.

to select ON or OFF.

on. y mode.

Explanation

l be transmitted using the channel and port assigned for each

l be transmitted using the current channel and the KEYBOARD less of the channel and port assigned for each controller.

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Heres how to specify the current channel on which performance data from the keyboard will be transmitted.

Heres how to change the current channel (MIDI transmit channel).

1 Use the [ ] or [ ] button to move the cursor in the display to MIDI CH. The display will indicate the current channel.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired channel number. You have now specified the current channel.

ecifying the Current Channel (MIDI Transmit Channel)

DI Channel

What is the current channel?

The current channel is the MIDI transmit select for the keyboard and bender lever.

* Each controller can have its own separate transmit channel. However if OMNI is ON, messages will be transmitted on the current channel specified for OMNI.

Heres another way to change the current channel.

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and use the following buttons to enter a numerical value.

fig.numberbutton_play.eps

Controllers [B1][B4], [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/ [LOWER]/[UPPER] buttons, OCTAVE [] [+] buttons

2. Press the [ENTER] button. With this, the numerical value you entered is confirmed.

What is OMNI?

If you turn OMNI on, all cont their assigned MIDI transmit controllers to also change w follows. 1. Press the [ACT] button

mode. The display will indicate

2. Turn the [VALUE] knob Press the [ENTER] butto

3. Turn the [VALUE] knob Press the [ENTER] butto

fig.lcd-omnisw.eps

4. The display will show t

5. Use the [VALUE] knob

6. Press the [ENTER] butt Youll be returned to Pla

Item

OMNI OFF Messages wil controller.

OMNI ON Messages wil PORT, regard

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gram change message on the current channel (p. 42).

buttons to move the cursor to PGM CHANGE

e program change number that was transmitted most

b to specify the desired program change

ge will be transmitted.

E] knob to switch the bank number, set the System setting r BANK MSB.

UE] knob Settings (p. 68).

select (MSB, LSB) messages.

buttons to move the cursor to USER ASSIGN in

e bank select number that was transmitted most recently.

b to specify the desired bank select number. ages will be transmitted.

Se

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You can transmit program changes to select sounds on your sound module from the A-PRO. If you want to select a sound from a different bank, first use bank mode to transmit a bank select message that will switch the bank. Then transmit a program change message. The bank select message must be transmitted before the program change.

Heres how to transmit a pro

1 Use the [ ] [ ] in the display. The display will show th recently.

2 Use the [VALUE] kno number.

The program change messa

If you want to use the [VALU FUNCTION to BANK LSB o

* For details, refer to [VAL

Heres how to transmit bank

1 Use the [ ] [ ] the display. The display will show th

2 Use the [VALUE] kno Bank select (MSB, LSB) mess

lecting Sounds (PROGRAM CHANGE/BANK)

Program change and bank select

By using program change messages in conjunction with bank select messages, MIDI allows you to select among more than 128 sounds.

To switch to a sound that has the same bank number as the currently selected sound, simply transmit a program change message.

To switch to a sound that has a different bank number, youll need to transmit a bank number and a program number. The bank number is transmitted using two MIDI messages: control change 0 (MSB) and control change 32 (LSB). To actually switch sounds, transmit the bank number (MSB), bank number (LSB), and finally the program number, in that order.

PROGRAM CHANGE

Bank Select (BANK)

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y the LOWER sound.

utton so its lit.

buttons to move the cursor to PGM CHANGE

ob. hange. When you play the keyboard, youll hear the sound

OWER] button can be changed in A-PRO Editors keyboard

Se

Se ound

LOWER

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The A-PROs keyboard provides two parts, UPPER and LOWER, and you can assign a different sound to each.

The entire keyboard will play the UPPER sound. fig.Upper-e.eps

1 Press the [UPPER] button so its lit.

2 Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to PGM CHANGE in the display.

3 Turn the [VALUE] knob. The UPPER sound will change. When you play the keyboard, youll hear the sound specified for UPPER.

* The [UPPER] button will be lit when you turn on the power.

The entire keyboard will pla fig.Lower-e.eps

1 Press the [LOWER] b

2 Use the [ ] [ ] in the display.

3 Turn the [VALUE] kn The LOWER sound will c specified for LOWER.

* The assignment of the [L set window (p. 26).

lecting the UPPER and LOWER Sounds

lecting the UPPER Sound

UPPER

Selecting the LOWER S

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ay the UPPER sound in the range of C4 and above, while the range of B3 and below.

tton so its lit. HANGE in the display, turning the [VALUE] knob will

d.

ound, set Active Part (p. 62) to LOWER. Then move the and turn the [VALUE] knob.

PLIT] button can be changed in A-PRO Editors keyboard

La ds Separately (SPLIT)

UPPER C4B3

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The DUAL button lets you simultaneously play both the LOWER and UPPER sounds from the entire keyboard.

fig.Dual-e.eps

1 Press the [DUAL] button so its lit. * If the cursor is at PGM CHANGE in the display, turning the [VALUE] knob will

change the UPPER sound.

* To change the LOWER sound, set ACTIVE PART (p. 62) to LOWER. Then move the cursor to PGM CHANGE and turn the [VALUE] knob.

* The assignment of the [DUAL] button can be changed in A-PRO Editors keyboard set window (p. 26).

The SPLIT button lets you pl playing the LOWER sound in

fig.Split.eps

1 Press the [SPLIT] bu * If the cursor is at PGM C

change the UPPER soun

* To change the LOWER s cursor to PGM CHANGE

* The assignment of the [S set window (p. 26).

yering Two Sounds (DUAL)

UPPER LOWER

Playing Two Soun

LOWER

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KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE (p. 60).

Ad

Sp d Touch (VELOCITY CURVE)

t

Y VELOCITY as the FUNCTION.

and [ ] button simultaneously to enter Edit

until FUNCTION appears in the display. n.

to select KEY ress the [ENTER]

ngs and takes you back to Play mode. ON, refer to FUNCTION (p. 68).

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Normally, note messages are transmitted with a velocity value that corresponds to the force with which you play the keyboard. If desired, the A-PRO can also transmit notes with a fixed velocity value, regardless of your playing dynamics.

This is convenient when you want to record notes into your DAW software at a fixed velocity. You can also adjust the sensitivity of the keyboard and change the velocity curve (the way in which velocity responds to your dynamics).

The system FUNCTION setting KEY VELOCITY lets you specify a fixed velocity.

* You can use the following method, or refer to [VALUE] knob Settings (p. 68).

If KEY VELOCITY is assigned to the [VALUE] knob, you can also use the following procedure to specify the velocity.

1 Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to USER ASSIGN in the display. The display will indicate the velocity value that was transmitted most recently.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired velocity value (TOUCH, 1127).

fig.lcd-keyvelocity.eps

If the display indicates TOUCH, the transmitted velocity value will correspond to the force with which you play the keyboard.

Refer to the system setting

justing the Playing Dynamics (VELOCITY)

ecifying a Fixed Velocity (KEY VELOCITY) Changing the Keyboar

[VALUE] knob assignmen

Heres how to assign KE

1. Press the [ACT] button mode.

2. Turn the [VALUE] knob Press the [ENTER] butto

fig.lcd-keyvelocity.eps

3. Use the [VALUE] knob VELOCITY, and then p button. This completes the setti For more about FUNCTI

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You can mute all controllers so that MIDI messages will not be transmitted when you move a controller.

This is useful in situations such as when a parameter value is far away from the position of the controller; you can use the [PRM MUTE] button to mute the controller, and then move the controller near the parameter value to match the knob position with the parameter value before you perform.

1 Press the [ ] [ ] buttons simultaneously. The PRM MUTE cursor will light in the display.

2 Operate a controller. MIDI messages will not be transmitted even when you operate a controller.

3 Once again, press the [ ] [ ] buttons simultaneously. The PRM MUTE cursor in the display will go dark. Now MIDI messages will once again be transmitted when you move a controller.

uting the Controller Values (PRM MUTE)

M MUTE

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he A- 1), EXPRESSION (P2), BENDER, MODULATION, and FTER es to the controllers using only the A-PRO keyboard. ou ca

ou ca I message to AFTERTOUCH, hold down the [ACT] button neously, and then apply strong pressure to the keyboard.

ent of a controller, the assignment is saved

message to another controller, or cancel an assignment. ng an Assignment (p. 56) or Clearing an Assignment

em exclusive, a 1-byte system message (system realtime r any desired message of up to 24 bytes, youll need to use

ni

NOT

AFTE

CON

PROG

RPN

NRPN

TEMP

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Assig

ning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

PRO allows you to assign MIDI messages to each of its 44 controllers: [B1][B4], [R1][R9], [L1][L9], [S1][S9], [A1][A8], HOLD (P TOUCH. Edit mode is used to make MIDI message assignments. This section of the manual explains how to assign MIDI messag n also use A-PRO Editor to make assignments. For details, refer to Using A-PRO Editor (p. 22).

n assign one of the following functions to each controller. If you want to assign a MID and [ ] button simulta

When you edit the assignm automatically.

You can copy an assigned For details, refer to Copyi (NO ASSIGN) (p. 56).

* If you want to assign a syst messages, tune request), o A-PRO Editor.

ng a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard

Function See page

E p. 49

RTOUCH p. 50

TROL CHANGE p. 51

RAM CHANGE p. 52

p. 53

p. 53

O p. 54

SSIGN p. 56

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rol DAW software.

ge to [R1][R9], [S1][S9], or EXPRESSION (P2), setting the position will transmit a note message with the specified

slightly lower the controller from its maximum position, a city value of 0 will be transmitted.

ge to [B1][B4], [L1][L9], or HOLD (P1), turning the a note message with the specified velocity value. Turning smit a note message with a velocity value of 0.

ge to [A1][A8], the velocity will change depending on the e the pad.

No

Button mode Aftertouch

UNLATCH, LATCH OFF (fixed)

g method to change the note number.

a numeric ing buttons. /[DUAL]/ CTAVE [] [+]

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Heres how to assign a note message to a controller. In addition to their use in performance, note messages can also be used to cont

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign a note message. If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button. fig.lcd-note.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until NOTE appears in the display.

fig.lcd-midichannel

5 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel. fig.lcd-notenumber.eps

7 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified note number.

8 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired note number.

9 Press the [ENTER] button.

10 If the controller is [B1][B4], [L1][L9], [A1][A8], or HOLD (P1), specify the desired Button mode setting (p. 55).

* If you assign a note messa controller to the maximum velocity value. When you note message with a velo

* If you assign a note messa controller On will transmit the controller Off will tran

* If you assign a note messa force with which you strik

te Assignments

MIDI transmit channel Note number Velocity Port

116 0127 (007FH) 100 (64H) (fixed) PORT1 (fixed)

You can also use the followin fig.numberbutton_edit.eps

In Edit mode, you can enter value by pressing the follow Controllers [B1][B4], [SPLIT] [LOWER]/[UPPER] buttons, O buttons

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Heres how to assign an aftertouch message to a controller. A-PRO Editor lets you assign aftertouch messages for individual notes (Polyphonic Key Pressure) as well as channel aftertouch (Chan

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign aftertouch. If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button. fig.lcd-aftertouch.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until AFTERTOUCH appears in the display.

fig.lcd-midichannel.eps

5 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel.

7 Press the [ENTER] button.

8 Specify the Button mode setting (p. 55) as appropriate for the controller type.

tertouch Assignment

MIDI transmit channel Value range Port Button mode

116 0127 (007FH) PORT1 (fixed) UNLATCH, LATCH, INCREASE

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Heres how to assign a control change message to a controller.

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign a control change message. If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button. fig.lcd-controlchange.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until CONTROL CHANGE appears in the display.

fig.lcd-midichannel.eps

5 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel. fig.lcd-ccnumber.eps

7 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified control change number.

8 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired control change number.

9 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified control change number.

10 As appropriate for the type of controller, specify the desired Button mode setting (p. 55) or Virtual center click setting (p. 55).

ntrol Change Assignment

MIDI transmit channel Control change number Port Button mode

116 0127 (007FH) PORT1 (fixed) UNLATCH, LATCH, INCREASE

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Heres how to assign a program change message to a controller.

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign a control change message. If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button. fig.lcd-programchange.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until PROGRAM CHANGE appears in the display.

fig.lcd-midichannel.eps

5 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel. fig.lcd-pcnumber.eps

7 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified program change number.

8 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired program change number.

9 Press the [ENTER] button. If youve assigned this message to [R1][R9], [S1][S9], or EXPRESSION (P2), moving the controller to the maximum position will transmit the program change message you specified.

ogram Change Assignment

MIDI transmit channel BANK MSB BANK LSB Program number

116 X X 0127 (007FH)

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Heres how to assign an RPN or NRPN to a controller.

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign a control change message. If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, then press the [ENTER] button. fig.lcd-rpn.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until RPN appears in the display.

* If you want to assign an NRPN message, get NRPN to appear in the display. The rest of the procedure is the same as for RPN.

fig.lcd-midichannel.eps

5 Press the [ENTER] button. The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel.

7 Press the [ENTER] button. fig.lcd-rpnmsb.eps

8 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired RPN MSB (CC#101) or NRPN MSB (CC#99).

9 Press the [ENTER] button.

10 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired RPN LSB (CC#100) or NRPN LSB (CC#98).

11 Press the [ENTER] button.

12 As appropriate for the controller type, specify the desired Button mode setting (p. 55) or Virtual center click setting (p. 55).

N/NRPN Assignment

Data entry MSB (CC#6) range Data entry LSB (CC#38) range Port

0127 (007FH) not transmitted PORT1

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You can assign the MIDI CLOCK speed (20250) to a controller. In order to transmit MIDI CLOCK, the MIDI CLOCK setting must be ON. 0 MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF (p. 64)

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign tempo. If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button. fig.lcd-tempo.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until TEMPO appears in the display.

5 Press the [ENTER] button. * If the controller is a button, the tempo will be maximum (250) when on, and

minimum (20) when off.

mpo Assignment

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gn a message to a knob [R1][R9] or a slider [S1][S9] as IDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard (p. 48), you can turn g on or off.

nob to choose On or Off.

lCenterClick-e.eps

-PROs knobs and sliders do not have a center click. ver if you turn the Virtual Center Click function on, they will en a virtual center click so that a broader range in the

r of the controllers range of motion will produce the r value.

utton.

Explanation

alue will change smoothly between minimum and maximum s.

alue will remain at the center value (64) in the middle region of ntroller.

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In Edit mode, when you assign a message to a button as described in Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard (p. 48), you can specify how the button will operate (the button mode). If a button is assigned as a controller, the maximum value will be transmitted when the button is turned on, and the minimum value will be transmitted when the button is turned off.

1 Use the [VALUE] knob to select either UNLATCH, LATCH, or INCREASE.

2 Press the [ENTER] button.

Mode Explanation

UNLATCH Pressing the button turns the function on; releasing the button turns the function off. The button will light while held down.

LATCH The function will alternately turn on/off each time you press the but- ton. The button will light when an On message is transmitted, and will go out when an Off message is transmitted.

INCREASE

Each time you press the button, the value will be incremented by one (or decremented by one if the minimum value is lower than the max- imum value). When the value reaches the maximum value (minimum value), it will wrap around to the minimum value (maximum value). The button will light only while held down.

Virtual center click settin

In Edit mode, when you assi described in Assigning a M the Virtual Center Click settin

1 Turn the [VALUE] k

fig.Virtua

The A Howe be giv cente cente

2 Press the [ENTER] b

Mode

Off The v value

On The v the co

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message assigned to a controller. No MIDI message will be a controller whose assignment was cleared.

he assignment for bender, modulation, aftertouch H), HOLD (P1), or EXPRESSION (P2), the respective

ill control its own original function. In this case, it will use hannel as its MIDI transmit channel.

s the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

r whose assignment you want to clear, and

he controller number will appear in the display.

ct controller number is shown in the display, R] button.

ob until NO the display,

R] button.

will blink in the NTER] button

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By using this function, a message assigned to a controller can be copied to a different controller. For example, if you want to assign similar messages to multiple controllers, assign the desired MIDI message to one of the controllers, and then use this function to copy that message to the assignment of the other controllers.

* Unexpected results may occur if you copy an assigned message between controllers of different types (e.g., between a button and a knob). For example, if a note message assigned to a pad is copied to a knob, the result will not be as you expect. If a rotary encoder simulation assigned to a knob is copied to a button, it will not operate. When copying an assigned message, please be aware of the controller types and the content of the message.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Choose the copy-destination controller, and move it slightly. If its a button, press it. The controller number will appear in the display.

3 Make sure that the display indicates and press the [ENTER] button. fig.lcd-copyfromto.eps

4 Slightly move the copy-source controller. If its a button, press it. The display will indicate the copy-source and copy-destination controller numbers.

5 Verify in the display, and press the [ENTER] button.

Heres how to clear the MIDI transmitted when you move

If you clear t (AFTERTOUC controller w the current c

1 Simultaneously pres

2 Choose the controlle move it slightly. If its a button, press it. T

3 Verify that the corre and press the [ENTE

fig.lcd-noassign.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] kn ASSIGN appears in then press the [ENTE

fig.lcd-yes.eps

5 The indication YES display; press the [E once again.

nvenient Functions

pying an Assignment Clearing an Assignmen

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Ca Factory setting See page

LCD 5 p. 59

Keyb

1-MEDIUM p. 60

1 p. 61

a. PORT 1 p. 61

RTOUCH, UPPER p. 62

2 p. 62

ed, turning off UNLATCH p. 62

Pads

orrespond to 1 p. 63

1 p. 63

Clock

OFF p. 64

urned on, this 120 p. 64

itted. PORT 1 p. 64

USB ON p. 65

MIDI ON p. 66

PORT 1 p. 67

Cont CTL MAP 0 p. 68

Cont KEY VELOCITY p. 68

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ction explains how to make system settings for the A-PRO. settings include the following items.

tegory Item Contents

LCD CONTRAST Adjusts the LCD contrast.

oard

KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE Specifies how velocity will change in response to keyboard dynamics (velocity curve).

KEYBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE Specifies how keyboard aftertouch will respond.

KEYBOARD PORT SET Specifies the port from which the keyboard and bender lever will transmit performance dat

KEYBOARD ACTIVE PART Specifies the part(s) that will be affected by the [VALUE] knob, BENDER, MODULATION, AFTE HOLD, and EXPRESSION controllers.

TRANSPOSE Specifies how the keyboard will be transposed when you turn on the [TRANSPOSE] button.

SHIFT KEY LATCH Specifies whether the [SHIFT] button will operate in Unlatched mode (turning on when press when released) or in Latched mode (alternately turning on/off each time it is pressed).

PAD VELOCITY CURVE Specifies how the velocity value transmitted when you strike a pad controller [A1][A8] will c the force with which you strike (velocity curve).

PAD AFTERTOUCH CURVE Specifies how the pad controllers [A1][A8] will respond to aftertouch.

MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF Specifies whether MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted.

MIDI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO Specifies the initial MIDI CLOCK value when MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF is On. After the power is t tempo will be output until you move the [VALUE] knob to which TEMPO is assigned.

MIDI CLOCK OUTPUT PORT When MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF is On, this specifies the port from which MIDI CLOCK is transm

ADVANCED DRIVER MODE Switches the driver mode.

MIDI I/F SWITCH Specifies whether the MIDI connectors will be used as a MIDI interface.

MIDI MERGE DESTINATION Specifies the port that will be merged when the [MIDI MERGE] switch is On.

rol map STARTUP MEMORY Specifies which control map is to be called up when the power is turned on.

roller FUNCTION Specifies the parameter that will be transmitted by the [VALUE] knob.

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HOLD p. 69

IDI transmit OFF p. 42

p. 70

after you stop ON p. 70

Factory setting See page

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Other

H-ACTIVITY ON/OFF Turn this on when using specific applications (such as Pro Tools LE). If this is On, the message be transmitted from A-PRO 2 at intervals of approximately 500 ms.

L9 FUNCTION Specifies the function of the [HOLD] button.

OMNI If OMNI is On, all controllers will always transmit on the current channel, regardless of the M channel setting that is assigned to the controller.

FACTORY RESET Returns the A-PRO to the factory-set condition.

AUTO OFF When not connected to a computer, the unit will automatically be switched off four hours playing or operating it.

Category Item Contents

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If you find the text in the display difficult to read, you can adjust the contrast as follows. The brightness of the screen may be affected by environmental conditions such as temperature.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select LCD CONTRAST, and press the [ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to adjust the contrast. This setting has a range of 110. Higher values make the display brighter.

4 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

D Contrast Setting

D CONTRAST

You can also change the LCD contrast in the following way. fig.numberbutton_edit.eps

In Edit mode, press the following buttons to enter a numerical value.

Controllers [B1][B4], [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/ [LOWER]/[UPPER] buttons, OCTAVE [] [+] buttons

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Ke

KE

Type of curve Keyboard sensitivity

These are the most typical set- tings. Your keyboard playing dynamics will produce the most natural volume change.

Higher velocity values (volume) can be produced even if you play softly.

Keyboard sensitivity will be typical.

Higher velocity values (volume) will not be produced unless you play strongly.

Compared to curve 1, these curves allow greater volume change without having to play very strongly.

Higher velocity values (volume) can be produced even if you play softly.

Keyboard sensitivity will be typical.

Higher velocity values (volume) will not be produced unless you play strongly.

These curves make it easy to play consistently, with mini- mal change produced by your playing dynamics.

Higher velocity values (volume) can be produced even if you play softly.

Keyboard sensitivity will be typical.

Higher velocity values (volume) will not be produced unless you play strongly.

Compared to curve 1, these curves produce greater vol- ume change when you play strongly.

Higher velocity values (volume) can be produced even if you play softly.

Keyboard sensitivity will be typical.

Higher velocity values (volume) will not be produced unless you play strongly.

1

2

3

4

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Heres how to change the velocity curve, which specifies how the transmitted velocity value will correspond to your keyboard playing dynamics.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select KEYBOARD/PAD, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDVELOCURVE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select KBD VELO CURVE, and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE. The name of the selected setting is shown in the display.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

yboard-related Settings

YBOARD VELOCITY CURVE

Number Setting

1 1-LIGHT

2 1-MEDIUM

3 1-HEAVY

4 2-LIGHT

5 2-MEDIUM

6 2-HEAVY

7 3-LIGHT

8 3-MEDIUM

9 3-HEAVY

10 4-LIGHT

11 4-MEDIUM

12 4-HEAVY

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rt from which performance data for the keyboard and tted.

s the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

b to select KEYBOARD/PAD, and press the

b to select KBD s the [ENTER]

b to select the desired KEYBOARD PORT. d setting is shown in the display.

tton to return to Play mode.

KE

Explanation

Messages will be transmitted to A-PRO 1.

Messages will be transmitted to A-PRO 2.

Messages will be transmitted to A-PRO 1 and A-PRO 2.

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Heres how to specify the way that keyboard aftertouch will respond.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select KEYBOARD/PAD, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDAFTCHCURVE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select KBD AFTCH CURVE, and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired KEYBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE. The value of the selected setting is shown in the display.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

Heres how to specify the po bender lever will be transmi

1 Simultaneously pres

2 Use the [VALUE] kno [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDPORTSET.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] kno PORT SET, and pres button.

4 Use the [VALUE] kno The value of the selecte

5 Press the [ENTER] bu

YBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE

Number Curve type Explanation

1 This is the most typical curve. The pressure you apply to the keyboard and the resulting aftertouch effect will corre- spond in the most natural way.

2 Compared with curve 1, higher aftertouch values will be transmitted even when you apply light pressure to the keyboard.

3 There will be little change in aftertouch when you apply pressure to the keyboard, making it easier for you to per- form.

4 Compared with curve 1, aftertouch will be applied when you apply greater pressure to the keyboard.

1

2

3

4

KEYBOARD PORT SET

Number Setting

1 PORT 1

2 PORT 2

3 PORT 1+2

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HIFT] button will operate in Unlatch mode (On when held r in Latch mode (turns On/Off each time the button is

s the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

b to select KEYBOARD/PAD, and press the

b to select and press the

b to choose

tton to return

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Heres how to specify the part that will be affected by the [VALUE] knob, BENDER, MODULATION, AFTERTOUCH, HOLD, and EXPRESSION controllers.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select KEYBOARD/PAD, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDACTIVEPART.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select KBD ACTIVE PART, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDACTIVEPART1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select UPPER or LOWER.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

Heres how to specify the amount by which the keyboard will be transposed when you press the [TRANSPOSE] button to turn it on.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select KEYBOARD/PAD, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-TRANSPOSE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select TRANSPOSE, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-TRANSPOSE1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the transposition value. You can specify a value in the range of -6 to 5 (semitones).

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

This specifies whether the [S down, Off when released), o pressed).

1 Simultaneously pres

2 Use the [VALUE] kno [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-SHIFTKEYLATCH.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] kno SHIFT KEY LATCH, [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-SHIFTKEYLATCH1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] kno OFF or ON.

5 Press the [ENTER] bu to Play mode.

YBOARD ACTIVE PART

ANSPOSE

SHIFT KEY LATCH

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y in which the pressure you apply to the pads will data that is produced.

s the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

b to select KEYBOARD/PAD, and press the

b to select PAD press the

b to select the OUCH CURVE.

ted setting is shown

tton to return to Play mode.

Pa

PA RVE

rve Result

This is the most typical curve. The pressure you apply to the pad will correspond to the aftertouch value in the most natural way.

Compared to curve 1, there will be more change in the aftertouch value starting with softer pressure on the pad.

Pressure applied to the pad will produce little change in aftertouch value, making it easier for you to produce consistent aftertouch effects.

Compared with curve 1, you will need to apply stronger pressure on the pad in order to produce aftertouch.

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Heres how to specify the way in which the force of your strike on the controller pads [A1][A8] will affect the velocity that is transmitted.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select KEYBOARD/PAD, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-PADVELOCURVE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select PAD VELO CURVE, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-PADVELOCURVE1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired PAD VELOCITY CURVE. The number of the selected setting is shown in the display.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

Heres how to specify the wa correspond to the aftertouch

1 Simultaneously pres

2 Use the [VALUE] kno [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-PADAFTCHCURVE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] kno AFTCH CURVE, and [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-PADAFTCHCURVE1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] kno desired PAD AFTERT The number of the selec in the display.

5 Press the [ENTER] bu

d-related Settings

D VELOCITY CURVE

Number Type of curve Result

1 This is the most typical curve. The force with which you strike the pad will correspond to the volume in the most natural way.

2 Compared to curve 1, there will be greater volume change for softer strikes on the pad.

3 Pad playing dynamics will produce little change in veloc- ity, making it easier for you to perform at a consistent volume.

4 Compared with curve 1, striking the pads more strongly will produce greater change in velocity.

1

2

3

4

PAD AFTERTOUCH CU

Number Type of cu

1

2

3

4

1

2

3

4

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t from which MIDI clock will be output when MIDI CLOCK

s the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

b to select MIDI CLOCK, and press the [ENTER]

b to select CLK press the

b to specify the T PORT. the port you

tton to return to Play mode.

Cl

MI

MI

ORT

Explanation

MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted from A-PRO 1.

MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted from A-PRO 2.

MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted from A-PRO 1 and A-PRO 2.

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Heres how to specify whether MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select MIDI CLOCK, and press the [ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select MIDI CLK ON/OFF, and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select ON or OFF.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

This setting specifies the default MIDI clock value when MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF is On. After you turn on the power, this tempo will be output until you move the VALUE controller to which Tempo is assigned.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select MIDI CLOCK, and press the [ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select DEFAULT TEMPO, and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the MIDI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO value in a range of 20250. The display will indicate the value you specified.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

This setting specifies the por ON/OFF is On.

1 Simultaneously pres

2 Use the [VALUE] kno button.

fig.lcd-CLKOUTPUTPORT.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] kno OUTPUT PORT, and [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-CLKOUTPUTPORT1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] kno MIDI CLOCK OUTPU The display will indicate specified.

5 Press the [ENTER] bu

ock-related Settings

DI CLOCK ON/OFF

DI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO

MIDI CLOCK OUTPUT P

Number Setting

1 PORT 1

2 PORT 2

3 1AND2

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Heres how to turn ADVANCED DRIVER MODE on/off. We recommend that you normally leave this On. If you change this setting, the new setting will take force after youve turned the power off, then on again.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select USB SETTING, and press the [ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select USB ADV DRIVER, and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the USB MIDI driver type.

* FPT = Fast Processing Technology of MIDI Transmission This takes full advantage of the USB bandwidth to process MIDI data in an optimal way at all times, depending on the amount of MIDI data to be transmitted.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

B-related Settings

VANCED DRIVER MODE

Setting Explanation

OFF Choose this if you want to use the standard MIDI driver provided by your operating system (p. 73). (Standard driver mode)

ON This setting uses FPT technology to allow high-speed MIDI communica- tion. Choose this if youve installed the driver as described in p. 12 and following.

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b to select MIDI I/F SWITCH, and press the

b to specify the MIDI I/F setting. the value you selected.

tton to return to Play mode.

M

MI

X

X

FF

BULK reception

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

PORT 1

PORT 2/ BULK transmission

N

BULK reception

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

PORT 1

PORT 2/ BULK transmission

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This setting specifies whether the MIDI connectors will be used as a MIDI interface.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select MIDI SETTING, and press the [ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] kno [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] kno The display will indicate

5 Press the [ENTER] bu

IDI-related Settings

DI I/F SWITCH

Setting Explanation

OFF

MIDI messages received by the A-PRO keyboard will not be transmitted from the A-PRO. MIDI messages will be exchanged between the A-PRO and the computer, and between the A-PRO and the external MIDI device.

ON

The A-PRO keyboards MIDI connectors will operate as a MIDI interface. MIDI messages from the computer connected via USB to the A-PRO will be transmitted to a sound module connected to the A-PROs MIDI OUT connector. MIDI messages from a MIDI device connected to the A-PROs MIDI IN connector will be sent to the computer.

MIDI I/F MODE O

MIDI messages

MIDI OUT device

MIDI IN device

A-PRO MIDI OUT

A-PRO

A-PRO MIDI IN

A-PRO 1

A-PRO 2

USB

MIDI I/F MODE O

MIDI messages

MIDI OUT device

MIDI IN device

A-PRO MIDI OUT

A-PRO

A-PRO MIDI IN

USB

A-PRO 1

A-PRO 2

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System Settings (EDIT Mode)

N when the [MIDI MERGE] switch is On. onnector. unit to control your DAW software.

MI

Explanation

ssages received at MIDI IN will be merged into the A-PROs PORT 1.

ssages received at MIDI IN will be merged into the A-PROs PORT 2.

ssages received at MIDI IN will be merged into the A-PROs MIDI T.

M

I IN are merged with the messages of Port 2 and sent to

r computer.

MIDI MERGE DESTINATION

[MIDI MERGE] switch

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN F

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The A-PRO provides a [MIDI MERGE] switch (p. 11). Heres how to specify the port that will be merged as the MIDI MERGE DESTINATIO The MIDI MERGE function is convenient when an external MIDI controller other than the A-PRO is connected to the A-PROs MIDI IN c For example, you might connect a second A-PRO unit, and use one A-PRO to play a software synthesizer while using the other A-PRO

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select MIDI SETTING, and press the [ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select MIDI MERGE DEST, and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI merge destination. The display will indicate the value you selected.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

DI MERGE DESTINATION

Number Setting

1 PORT1 Me

2 PORT2 Me

3 MIDI OUT Me OU

IDI MERGE switch and MIDI MERGE DESTINATION fig.MIDI-MERGE.eps

In this illustration, the [MIDI MERGE] switch is On and the MIDI MERGE DESTINATION is set to Port 2, so that messages received at MID the computer.

* If you turn the [MIDI MERGE] switch On, no messages will arrive even if youve selected A-PRO MIDI IN as the MIDI IN device on you

MIDI I/F MODE ON

MIDI messages

MIDI OUT device

MIDI IN device

A-PRO MIDI OUT

BULK reception

MIDI OUT

PORT 1

PORT 2/ BULK transmission

PORT 1 ON

OF

PORT 2

A-PRO

A-PRO MIDI IN

A-PRO 1

A-PRO 2

USB

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ction that is to be controlled by the [VALUE] knob when ASSIGN.

s the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

b to select FUNCTION, and press the [ENTER]

b to choose the be assigned to

tton.

TROL CHANGE as the parameter, use the cify the desired control change number.

tton.

Co

ST

ings

Explanation Value range

Fixes the key velocity value. The A-PRO detects the force with which you play the keyboard, and transmits this as the velocity value; however, this setting causes a fixed velocity to be transmitted regard- less of how strongly you strike the keyboard. Use this if you dont want your playing dynamics to have an effect.

TOUCH, 1127 * If you choose

TOUCH, the transmitted velocity value will depend on your key- board playing strength.

Specifies the bank select LSB (CC#32). 0127

Specifies the bank select MSB (CC#00). 0127

Specifies a control change. 0127

Specifies the MIDI CLOCK tempo. 20250

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Here you can specify which control map is to be called up when the A-PRO is powered up.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select SYSTEM SETTING, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-STARTUPMEMORY.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select STARTUP MEMORY, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-STARTUPMEMORY1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to choose CTL MAP 0 or LAST ACC MAP.

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

Here you can specify the fun the cursor is located at USER

1 Simultaneously pres

2 Use the [VALUE] kno button.

fig.lcd-FUNCKEYVELO.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] kno parameter that will the [VALUE] knob.

4 Press the [ENTER] bu

5 If you selected CON [VALUE] knob to spe

6 Press the [ENTER] bu

ntrol Map Settings

ARTUP MEMORY

Setting Explanation

CTL MAP 0 Control map number 0 will be selected at start-up.

LAST ACC MAP The control map that was last selected and saved will be called up upon start-up.

[VALUE] knob Sett

FUNCTION

Value Setting

1 KEY VELOCITY

2 BANK LSB

3 BANK MSB

4 CONTROL CHANGE

5 TEMPO

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f the [HOLD] button.

s the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

b to select SYSTEM SETTING, and press the

b to choose L9 ss the [ENTER]

b to specify the utton.

tton.

O

H-

Explanation

Any desired MIDI message can be assigned to the button.

The button will allow the sound to continue even after you take your hand off the pad.

The button will operate as a V-LINK ON/OFF button.

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Turn this On when using certain applications (such as Pro Tools LE). If this is On, the message 90 00 7F will be transmitted to A-PRO 2 at intervals of approximately 500 ms.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select SYSTEM SETTING, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-HACTVTY.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to choose H-ACTVTY ON/OFF, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-HACTVTY1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify either ON or OFF.

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

This specifies the function o

1 Simultaneously pres

2 Use the [VALUE] kno [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-L9FUNC.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] kno FUNCTION, and pre button.

fig.lcd-L9FUNC1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] kno function of [HOLD] b

5 Press the [ENTER] bu

ther Settings

ACTIVITY ON/OFF L9 FUNCTION

Value Setting

1 L9

2 HOLD

3 VLINK

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a computer, the unit will automatically be switched off playing or operating it (if the factory settings have been

t want the unit to turn off automatically, change the AUTO described below.

s the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

b to select SYSTEM SETTING, and press the

b to select AUTO OFF, and press the [ENTER]

b to select ON or OFF.

tton to return to Play mode.

OM

FA

omatically Turn Off After a Time

Explanation

ower will not turn off automatically.

not connected to a computer, the unit will automatically be ed off four hours after you stop playing or operating it.

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Refer to What is OMNI? (p. 42).

This will return the A-PRO to its factory-set condition.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select FACTORY RESET, and press the [ENTER] button. SURE? will appear, blinking, in the display.

fig.lcd-RESETSURE.eps

3 If you are sure that you want to execute the factory reset operation, press the [ENTER] button. FACTORY RESET will appear, blinking, in the display while the factory reset operation is being carried out. Once the factory reset is complete, COMPLETE! will appear in the display. Youll then be returned to Play mode.

When not connected to four hours after you stop unmodified). If you don OFF setting to OFF as

1 Simultaneously pres

2 Use the [VALUE] kno [ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] kno button.

4 Use the [VALUE] kno

5 Press the [ENTER] bu

NI

CTORY RESET

Making the Power Aut (AUTO OFF)

Value

OFF The p

ON (default) When switch

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the A ontroller of the A-PRO can be assigned to send its MIDI essa

or de rd (p. 48).

e simply controlling the sound module for the part thats ollers can use the same MIDI output port as the keyboard. the A-PROs keyboard performance data will also be sent trollers to PORT 1 as well.

used to control the mixer section of the DAW software. orts, you can use one port to play sounds and control the ort to control your DAW software.

ROs [A1][A8] buttons to switch sounds on your sound control the volume faders of your DAW softwares mixer, I output ports as follows.

AW software, refer to the owners manual for the DAW

MI

-PRO

-PRO

-PRO

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]

If m F

Two

A

A

A

ndices

-PRO is connected to your computer via USB, the A-PRO will be able to use two MIDI output ports (PORT 1 and PORT 2). Each c ges to either port. tails on how to make this assignment, refer to Using Control Maps (p. 29) or Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboa

fig.MIDI-port1-e.eps

If youre using DAW software, and your producing the sound, the A-PROs contr When the A-PRO is in the default state, from PORT 1, so you can assign the con

fig.MIDI-port2-e.eps

Some DAW software has an input port Since the A-PRO has two MIDI output p sound module, while using the other p

fig.MIDI-port3-e.eps

For example, if you want to use the A-P module, and use the [S1][S9] sliders to you could assign the controllers to MID

[A1][A8] buttons: PORT 1 [S1][S9] sliders: PORT 2

* For details on how to control your D software youre using.

DI Ports

DAW software

PORT1 A-PRO 1

Recorded on a track

Software synthesizer

MIDI OUT MIDI sound moduleTrack THRU

PORT2 A-PRO 2

:

DAW software

PORT1 A-PRO 1

Recorded on a track

Software synthesizer

MIDI OUT Track THRU

PORT2 A-PRO 2

:

:

DAW software

PORT1 A-PRO 1

Recorded on a track

Software synthesizer

MIDI OUT MIDI sound moduleTrack THRU

PORT2 A-PRO 2

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Co

1 To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

Place the AC adaptor (sold separately) so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards.The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

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endices

You can connect the A-PRO connected directly to a MIDI sound module, and use it to play and control the sound module.

If youre not connecting the A-PRO to your computer via USB, youll need to use a separately available AC adaptor. You can purchase the appropriate AC adaptor from your dealer.

fig.MIDI-External-e.eps

1 Use a MIDI cable to connect the A-PROs MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of your MIDI sound m

2 Connect the AC adaptor to the A-PROs DC IN jack.

3 Set the A-PROs [POWER] switch to DC to turn on the power. Also, switch on the power to your MIDI sound module.

4 Set the A-PROs current channel to match the MIDI receive channel of your MIDI sound module.

5 When you play the keyboard, your MIDI sound module will produce sound.

nnecting the A-PRO Directly to a Sound Module

MIDI sound module (sold separately) MIDI IN

Indicator

DC IN

MIDI OUT

AC adaptor (sold separately)

92 *

*

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Appendices

th your software, youll need to choose the A-PRO as the

his setting, refer to the documentation of your software.

indows Vista users

tput device cannot be used by the Media Player included s 7/Vista.

tput settings for Mac OS X, perform the Audio MIDI and following of Mac OS X Users (p. 17).

Ab

Ins ettings

-PRO IDIOUT2 (A-PRO)

-PRO IDIIN2 (A-PRO) IDIIN3 (A-PRO)

SB audio device SB audio device [2]

SB audio device SB audio device [2] SB audio device [3]

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Use this mode if you want to use the standard driver provided by your operating system.

1 Switch off ADVANCED DRIVER MODE (p. 65).

2 Close all currently running software.

3 Turn the A-PROs [POWER] switch off, then on again. The driver will be installed automatically.

In order to use the A-PRO wi MIDI input/output device. For details on how to make t

Windows 8/Windows 7/W

* The A-PROs MIDI input/ou with Windows 8/Window

Windows XP users

Mac OS X users To specify the MIDI input/ou settings described in step 13

out Standard Driver Mode

talling the Standard Driver Input/output Device S

MIDI output device A M

MIDI input device A M M

MIDI output device U U

MIDI input device U U U

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led Other, Unknown, or ?/!/X in the

ompleted successfully, the partially installed driver may .

described in Reinstalling the driver (p. 80).

with the appropriate user privileges?

using one of the following user names. the Administrators group, such as Administrator t type is Computer Administrator

administrator for your computer.

unable to install the driver because of the ttings.

ns setting (Windows XP) (p. 80) and make the

nning, perhaps in the background (such as

r correctly if other software is running. are before you perform the installation.

lem

sta

nin ow

according to the procedure

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experience problems, read this chapter first. It contains information that will help you solve the problem.

help with Windows or Mac OS X operation, refer to the documentation for your computer or operating system.

ROM inserted correctly in your CD-ROM drive?

sure that the CD-ROM is correctly inserted in the CD-ROM drive.

CD-ROM itself or the lens of your CD-ROM drive be dirty?

staller may not operate correctly if the CD-ROM or the lens of your CD-ROM drive . Use a commercially available CD cleaner or lens cleaner to clean the disc or lens.

ttempting to install from a networked CD-ROM drive?

iver cannot be installed from a CD-ROM drive on the network.

have connected the A-PRO to your computer before installing r?

connect the A-PRO to your computer before installing the driver, an error ge may appear when you begin the installation. all the A-PRO driver as described in Reinstalling the driver (p. 80).

Are there any devices labe Device Manager?

If driver installation was not c remain in an incomplete state Reinstall the A-PRO driver as

Did you log on to Windows

You must log onto Windows A user name belonging to A user name whose accoun

* For details, ask the system

In some cases, you may be Driver signing option se

Refer to Driver signing optio appropriate settings.

Could other software be ru anti-virus software)?

The installation may not occu Be sure to close all other softw

s when Installing the Driver

rt up the installer

g or error appears during the installation s)

Cant install the driver

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ment settings of your computer.

agement settings may be limiting the power that is

rs power management settings. ttings (p. 81)

the requirements of the USB specification?

f your computer does not meet the electrical requirements

to solve the problem by connecting a self-powered USB nternal power supply or an AC adaptor).

the A-PRO to a different USB connector than stalling the driver?

has two or more USB connectors, connecting the A-PRO may cause your computer to ask for the driver file even y been installed. ate a malfunction. d in step 9 of Installing the Driver (p. 15).

the A-PRO to a different USB port?

a different USB port, some operating systems may to the beginning of the device name, but this should not A-PRO. If you want to return to the device name that does n either connect the A-PRO to the same USB port as when

driver once again. (p. 80)

Ins co

Wizard appears even though iver (Windows XP)

appears at the beginning of the s)

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ould the A-PROs ADVANCED DRIVER mode switch be OFF?

Refer to ADVANCED DRIVER MODE (p. 65) and set the A-PROs ADVANCED DRIVER MODE to ON. Then, install the driver again.

fter you connect the A-PRO, it may take several tens of seconds or veral minutes before it is recognized by your computer.

This is not a malfunction. Please wait until the Found New Hardware Wizard appears.

the A-PRO connected?

Make sure that the A-PRO is correctly connected to your computer.

ould your computer be operating on its battery?

Operation may be unstable if your computer is operating on battery power. Please use your computer with its power supply connected.

ould you be using a bus-powered USB hub (a hub that does not require power supply)?

The A-PRO cannot be used with a bus-powered USB hub (a hub that does not need a separate power supply). Use it with a self-powered USB hub (a hub that has an internal power supply or AC adaptor).

ould a USB device other than a mouse or keyboard be connected?

Disconnect all USB devices (other than a mouse and keyboard, if used) from your computer before performing the installation.

Check the power manage

Your computers power man supplied to USB. Take a look at your compute 0 Power management se

Does your computer meet

Operation may be unstable i of the USB specification. In this case, you may be able hub (a USB hub that has an i

Could you have connected the one you used when in

If your computer or USB hub to a different USB connector though the driver has alread This behavior does not indic Install the driver as describe

Could you have connected

If you connect the A-PRO to automatically add a number be a problem when using the not have this number, you ca you installed it, or install the 0 Reinstalling the driver

tallation is not successfully completed when you nnect the A-PRO

Found New Hardware youve installed the dr

A number such as 2- device name (Window

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n connected when the computer started up?

RO may be unusable if it is already connected when the

then connect the A-PRO.

Player included with Windows? Windows Vista)

cted in Media Player.

IDI Settings? (Mac OS X) MIDI Settings as described in Mac OS X Users (p. 17).

Pr

Ca se

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ould the A-PRO be in use by other software?

Close all software you currently have running. Next, switch off the A-PROs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, reinstall the driver. 0 Reinstalling the driver (p. 80)

the driver installed correctly?

Driver installation may have failed. Please reinstall the driver. 0 Reinstalling the driver (p. 80)

the A-PRO device name shown?

If the device name is not displayed, it may be that the driver installation failed. Please reinstall the driver. 0 Reinstalling the driver (p. 80)

ould the computer to which the A-PRO is connected have entered andby (suspend) mode, hibernate mode, or sleep mode?

Close all software thats using the A-PRO. Next, switch off the A-PROs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.

ould you have disconnected and reconnected the USB cable while sing the A-PRO?

Close all software thats using the A-PRO. Next, switch off the A-PROs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.

Could the A-PRO have bee

On some computers, the A-P computer starts up. Start up your computer, and

Are you using the Media (Windows 8/Windows 7/

Use different software. MIDI devices cannot be sele

Have you made Audio M Make the appropriate Audio

oblems with Settings

nt select/use the A-PRO within software or in system ttings

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In b

anager, try disabling LAN (wired/wireless). d pops, it may be that updating your LAN driver or BIOS

ck whether updated software is available.

the A-PRO to a USB hub?

rectly to a USB connector on your computer.

d USB cable?

SB cable when using the A-PRO. Some commercially meet the requirements of the USB standard, and this may rating correctly.

he Mac OS X software while A-PRO was

or pops can occur if you performed a Mac OS X software connected. If so, install the driver once again.

Pr

Pla

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heck the power management settings

You may be able to eliminate clicks and pops by changing your systems power management settings. 0 Power management settings (p. 81)

ry updating the driver of your display adaptor (Windows)

You may be able to eliminate clicks and pops by updating the driver for the display adaptor installed in your computer.

ould other software programs be running?

Close software that youre not using. If the window of a Windows program has been closed but it is still shown in the taskbar, that program is still running. Close all unneeded software thats shown in the taskbar.

ave you tried Windows Update or Microsoft Update? (Windows)

Try using Windows Update or Microsoft Update (provided by the Microsoft Corporation) to update your system to the latest version.

the driver settings dialog box, try selecting the Light Load check ox

To change or check this setting, proceed as directed in Lightening the MIDI load (Windows) (p. 80). Changes to this setting will take effect after you turn the A-PROs power off, then on again. Unless you are experiencing problems, you should leave this check box cleared (the default state).

Try disabling the LAN

In your computers Device M If this eliminates the clicks an may solve the problem. Che

Could you have connected

Try connecting the A-PRO di

Are you using the include

You must use the included U available USB cables do not prevent the A-PRO from ope

Could you have updated t connected?

It has been found that clicks update while the A-PRO was

oblems when Playing

yback contains clicks, dropouts, or other problems

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ces its sounds via the sound card of your computer. There before the sound of the software synthesizer can be heard nd card.

on of software synthesizer and sound card, there will by using the appropriate combination of software and e correct settings, it is often possible to shorten latency to roblems in practice. tings will be effective in shortening the latency. size of your software f your sound card , refer to the owners manual for your software and sound

in your DAW software to enable the function that passes hrough to your sound module. For details on how to ers manual for your software.

IDI messages to the bender and modulation controllers of gnments have been made, the lever wont produce pitch

ion to NO ASSIGN as described in Clearing an Assignment

MIDI message to the aftertouch controller. If such an aftertouch will not be applied. s described in Clearing an Assignment (NO ASSIGN) (p. 56).

Ca ween playing the keyboard and ynthesizer

with DAW software, youre unable ve messages to an external sound

apply pitch bend or modulation

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bleshooting

as the driver installed correctly?

Driver installation may have failed. Reinstall the driver. 0 Reinstalling the driver (p. 80)

id you make input/output device settings for your software?

Refer to the owners manual of your software and to the following pages, and select the A-PRO as the input/output device. Windows : 0 Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows) (p. 19) Mac OSX: 0 Checking in GarageBand (Mac OS X) (p. 20)

ould the A-PRO be in use by other software?

Close all software you currently have running. Next, switch off the A-PROs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, reinstall the driver. 0 Reinstalling the driver (p. 80)

ould the computer to which the A-PRO is connected have entered andby (suspend) mode, hibernate mode, or sleep mode?

Close all software thats using the A-PRO. Next, switch off the A-PROs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.

ould you have disconnected and reconnected the USB cable while sing the A-PRO?

Close all software thats using the A-PRO. Next, switch off the A-PROs power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.

ould the A-PRO have been connected when the computer started up?

On some computers, the A-PRO may be unusable if it is already connected when the computer starts up. Start up your computer, and then connect the A-PRO.

A software synthesizer produ will be a time lag (latency) as actual sound from the sou Regardless of the combinati always be some latency, but sound card together with th the point that it causes no p In general, the following set Decrease the audio buffer Decrease the buffer size o For details on these settings card.

Youll need to make settings system exclusive messages t enable this, refer to the own

The A-PRO lets you assign M the bender lever. If such assi bend or modulation. Set the bender and modulat (NO ASSIGN) (p. 56).

The A-PRO lets you assign a assignment has been made, Set aftertouch to No Assign a

nt play There is a time lag bet hearing the software s

When using the A-PRO to send system exclusi module

Bender lever does not

Aftertouch not applied

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W er without the A-PRO connected. s other than those for a USB keyboard and/or USB mouse

D-ROM into the computers CD-ROM drive.

installer] in [Driver] folder on the included CD-

ls A-PRO driver from this Macintosh. appears,

r, follow the instructions on the screen.

you want to uninstall the driver? appears, click

ialog box or the message Uninstaller requires assword will appear.

and click [OK].

n is completed. appears, click [Restart] and r. r the computer to restart.

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If the computer does not detect the A-PRO correctly, use the following procedure to delete the driver, and then install the driver again as described in Installing the Driver (p. 12).

indows users

1 Start up the computer without the A-PRO connected. Disconnect all USB cables other than those for a USB keyboard and/or USB mouse (if used).

2 Log on to the computer with a user account that has administrator privileges.

3 Insert the included CD-ROM into the computers CD-ROM drive.

4 Double-click the [Uninstal] icon in [Driver] folder on the included CD-ROM.

5 When a confirmation screen regarding user account control appears, click [Yes] or [Continue].

6 WhenThe installed A-PRO Driver will be uninstalled. appears, click [OK]. If other messages appear, follow the instructions on the screen.

7 When Uninstallation was completed. appears, click [OK] and restart the computer.

Mac OS X users

1 Start up the comput Disconnect all USB cable (if used).

2 Insert the included C

3 Double-click the [Un ROM.

4 When This uninstal click [Uninstall]. If other messages appea

5 When Are you sure [OK].

6 The authentication d that you type your p Enter the password

7 When Uninstallatio restart the compute It may take some time fo

ther Problems

leting the Driver

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s setting is set to [Block], you cannot install the driver.

anel, click [Performance and Maintenance], ystem] icon.

ic view, double-click [System].

] tab, and then click [Driver Signing]. ions dialog box will open.

g Options dialog box, select [Warn] or [Ignore],

e System Properties dialog box.

described in the procedure for Installing the

ted the installation, return the Driver Signing Options ting.

Re

Lig

setting (Windows XP)

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bleshooting

If you experience problems installing the driver, use the following procedure and reinstall the driver.

1 Delete the A-PROs driver.

2 Install the driver again as described in Installing the Driver (p. 12).

The MIDI load can be lightened in the A-PRO driver setting dialog box.

1 Exit all programs that are using the A-PRO.

2 Open the Control Panel and set the display mode as follows. Windows 8/Windows 7: Icon view Windows Vista/Windows XP: Classic view

3 Double-click the A-PRO icon. The A-PRO Driver Settings dialog box will appear.

4 Place a check in the [Lighten Load] check box.

5 Click [OK].

If theDriver Signing Option Configure as follows.

1 Open the Control P and then click the [S If youre using the Class

2 Click the [Hardware The Driver Signing Opt

3 In the Driver Signin and then click [OK].

4 Click [OK] to close th

5 Install the driver as Driver (p. 12). When you have comple setting to its original set

installing the driver

htening the MIDI load (Windows)

Driver signing options

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ble on certain versions of Mac OS X.

rences and click [Energy Saver].

rmance to [Highest].

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If the sound is interrupted during a performance or if sounds are missing, you may be able to resolve the problem by changing the computers power management settings.

indows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista users

1 Open the Control Panel, click [System and Security] or [System and Maintenance], and then click [Power Options]. If you have selected icon view in Windows 8/Windows 7, double-click the

[Power Options] icon. If you have selected Classic view in Windows Vista, double-click the [Power

Options] icon.

2 When Select a power plan, appears, select [High performance].

3 Click [Change plan settings] next to [High performance]. If High performance is not displayed in Windows 8/Windows 7, click [Show additional plans].

4 Click [Change settings that are currently unavailable].

5 In the [Advanced settings] tab of the Power Optionscontrol panel, click the [+] mark next toHard Disk, and then click the [+] mark next to Turn off hard disk after.

6 Click [Setting], click the down arrow, and then select [Never].

7 Click [OK] to close the Power Options window.

8 Close the Edit Plan Settings screen.

indows XP users

1 Open the Control Panel, click [Performance and Maintenance], and then click [Power Options]. If you have selected Classic view, double-click [Power Options].

2 Click the [Power Schemes] tab, and set the Power Schemes to [Always On].

3 Click [OK] to close the Power Options Properties window.

Mac OS X users This setting is not availa

1 Open System Prefe

2 Click [Options].

3 Set Processor Perfo

wer management settings

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Remarks

Keybords aftertouch is not supported.

Date : Jan. 16, 2010 Version : 1.00

O : Yes X : No

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MID

Implementation Chart

Function...

Basic

Channel

Mode

Note

Number

Velocity

Aftertouch

Pitch Bend

Control Change

Program

Change

System Exclusive

System

Common

System

Real Time

Aux Message

Notes

Transmitted Recognized

Default

Changed

Default

Messages

Altered

: True Voice

Note ON

Note OFF

Keys

Chs

: True #

: Song Pos

: Song Sel

: Tune

: Clock

: Command

: All Sound Off

: Reset All Controller

: Local control

: All Notes Off

: Active Sense

: Reset

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Specifications

/500PRO/800PRO: MIDI KEYBOARD CONTROLLER

oard PRO: 32 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch) PRO: 49 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch) PRO: 61 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch)

rollers A1][A8] s: [B1][B4], [L1][L9]

: [R1][R9] : [S1][S9] edals: HOLD (P1), EXPRESSION (P2) r Lever: BENDER, MODULATION ard Aftertouch: AFTERTOUCH E] knob

ns button, [ ] button, [ ] button, [DUAL] button, [SPLIT] button, R] button, [LOWER] button, [SHIFT] button, [TRANSPOSE] button,

E [] [+] button

lay racters, 2 lines LCD (with Backlight)

Panel R] Switch (USB/OFF/DC IN) ERGE] Switch (ON/OFF)

ectors (P1) Pedal Jack: 1/4 inch phone type SSION (P2) Pedal Jack: 1/4 inch TRS phone type onnectors (IN, OUT)

onnector Jack

7 Power Supply DC 9 V (AC Adaptor) or USB B

7 Current Draw 300 mA (AC Adaptor) 300 mA (USB Bus Power)

7 Dimensions A-300PRO: 605.9 (W) x 250.8 (

23-7/8 (W) x 9-7/8 A-500PRO: 838.9 (W) x 250.8 (

33-1/16 (W) x 9-7/ A-800PRO: 1001.9 (W) x 250.8

39-1/2 (W) x 9-7/8

7 Weight A-300PRO: 2.9 kg / 6 lbs 7 oz A-500PRO: 3.8 kg / 8 lbs 7 oz A-800PRO: 4.5 kg / 9 lbs 15 oz

7 Accessories A-PRO CD-ROM Ableton Live Lite Serial Numb USB Cable Owners Manual License agreement

7 Options Pedal Switch: DP-2/DP-10 Expression Pedal: EV-5/EV-7 AC Adaptor (Please contact th nearest Roland Service Cente

* In the interest of product im contents of this unit are su

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ACTIVITY .................................................................... 69 ACTIVITY ON/OFF ................................................... 58 lp Menu ..................................................................... 27 LD ............................................................................... 11 LD (P1) Jack ............................................................ 11

OLD] Button ............................................................. 10

CREASE ....................................................................... 55 rease .......................................................................... 25 ut Port ....................................................................... 23 tall the Driver Mac OS X ................................................................. 17 Windows 7 .............................................................. 12 Windows 8 .............................................................. 12 Windows Vista ....................................................... 12 Windows XP ........................................................... 15

Y VELOCITY ............................................................... 68 YBOARD ACTIVE PART ................................... 57, 62 YBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE .................. 57, 61 YBOARD PORT SET ......................................... 57, 61 yboard Set Window .............................................. 26 yboard Sets .............................................................. 40 yboard Shortcuts ................................................... 28 YBOARD VELOCITY CURVE .......................... 57, 60

FUNCTION ......................................................... 58, 69 TCH ...................................................................... 25, 55 D CONTRAST .................................................... 57, 59

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A AC Adap ACT ....... [ACT] Bu ADVANC ADVANC AFT Mod Aftertou Aftertou Aftertou A-PRO .. A-PRO 1 A-PRO 2 A-PRO E Assign M AUTO O

B BANK ... Bank Se Bend Ra Bender bus pow Button M

C CC#00 .. CC#32 .. Center C Channe Channe Checksu Clearing

................................................................... 72 ..................................................................... 21

................................................................... 8 DRIVER MODE ...................................... 65 DRIVER SWITCH ................................... 57 ..................................................................... 25 ..................................................................... 25

ssignment ............................................ 50 ode ........................................................ 25

..................................................................... 23

....................................................... 25, 61, 64

....................................................... 25, 61, 64 r ................................................................. 22 age .................................................... 24, 29

..................................................................... 58

.............................................................. 43, 68 ............................................................. 35, 68 ................................................................... 41 r ........................................................... 9, 41

..................................................................... 11 e ......................................................... 25, 55

..................................................................... 68

..................................................................... 68 ................................................................... 55 ssage .................... 24, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37 ssure ................................................. 25, 33

..................................................................... 38 Assignment ........................................... 56

Clock ................................................................................ 64 Control Change ........................................................... 34 Control Change Assignment .................................. 51 Control Map ........................................................... 22, 27 Controllers .............................................................. 10, 24 Copied ............................................................................ 56 Copy ................................................................................ 27 Copying an Assignment ........................................... 56 Current Channel .......................................................... 42

D DC ..................................................................................... 11 DC IN Jack ............................................................... 11, 72 Display .............................................................................. 8 Driver Signing Options Settings ............................ 80 DUAL ............................................................................... 45 [DUAL] Button ................................................................ 9

E Edit Menu ...................................................................... 27 EDIT Mode ..................................................................... 48 Edit Mode ...................................................................... 41 Encoder Simulate ....................................................... 37 [ENTER] Button .............................................................. 8 Export Assign List ....................................................... 27 EXPRESSION .................................................................. 11 EXPRESSION (P2) Jack ............................................... 11

F F6 ...................................................................................... 37 FACTORY RESET .................................................... 58, 70 Free Message ........................................................ 24, 39 FUNCTION ..................................................................... 57

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K KE KE KE KE Ke Ke Ke KE

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Loa Com LOW [LO LSB

M Mac Mai Mem Mes MID MID MID MID MID MID MID MID MID MID [MID MID MID MID Min Mod MSB

N Nam New NO Non Not Not

ve ................................................................................. 27 ving a Control Map on Your Computer ......... 32 curity Slot .................................................................. 11 lecting Sounds ........................................................ 43

HIFT] Button ................................................................ 9 IFT KEY LATCH ................................................. 57, 62 ortcuts ........................................................................ 28 ow Keyboard Panel ............................................... 27 ow Messages ........................................................... 27

iders .............................................................................. 10 F ........................................................................... 27, 32 NAR ............................................................................ 21 LIT ................................................................................ 45

PLIT] Button ................................................................ 9 andard Driver Mode .............................................. 73 ARTUP MEMORY ..................................................... 57 stem Ex. ............................................................... 24, 38 stem Exclusive Message ...................................... 38 stem Realtime .......................................................... 24 stem Realtime Message ....................................... 37 stem Settings ........................................................... 57

mpo ...................................................................... 24, 39 mpo Assignment .................................................... 54 mpo control ............................................................. 24

tle .................................................................................. 24 ansmission ................................................................ 31 ANSPOSE ..................................................... 41, 57, 62

RANSPOSE] Button ................................................... 9 ne Request ........................................................ 24, 37

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ding a Control Map that was Saved on Your puter ...................................................................... 32 ER ..................................................................... 44, 45

WER] Button ............................................................. 9 ................................................................................... 68

OS X ........................................................................ 17 n Window ............................................................... 24

ory Sets ................................................................. 32 sage assignment window ............................... 24 I Channel ................................................................ 42 I CLOCK ..................................................... 39, 54, 64 I CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO ............................... 57 I CLOCK ON/OFF ................................................. 57 I CLOCK PORT SET .............................................. 57 I Connector ........................................................... 11 I Devices .......................................................... 23, 27 I I/F SWITCH ................................................... 57, 66 I interface ............................................................... 66 I MERGE DESTINATION .............................. 57, 67 I MERGE] Switch .......................................... 11, 67

I Port ................................................................. 23, 71 I Sound Module ................................................... 72 I Transmit Channel ............................................. 42 -Max ......................................................................... 35 ulation ................................................................... 41 .................................................................................. 68

e ............................................................................... 29 .................................................................................. 27

ASSIGN ............................................... 24, 27, 33, 56 -Registered Parameter ..................................... 36

e ................................................................................. 33 e Assignments ...................................................... 49

NRPN ........................................................................ 36, 53

O OCTAVE Buttons ........................................................... 9 Octave Shift .................................................................. 41 OMNI ........................................................................ 42, 58 Open ................................................................................ 27 Options Menu .............................................................. 27 Output Port ..................................................... 23, 25, 29

P Pad ............................................................................ 10, 63 PAD AFTERTOUCH CURVE ................................ 57, 63 PAD VELOCITY CURVE ........................................ 57, 63 Paste ................................................................................ 27 Performing .................................................................... 41 Pitch ................................................................................... 9 Pitch Bend ..................................................................... 41 Play Mode ...................................................................... 41 Playing Dynamics ....................................................... 46 Polyphonic Key Pressure ................................... 25, 34 Port .................................................................................. 23 [Power] Switch ............................................................. 11 PRM MUTE ..................................................................... 47 PROGRAM CHANGE ................................................... 43 Program Change .................................................. 34, 35 Program Change Dec ............................................ 35 Program Change Inc .............................................. 36 Program Change (Min-Max) ................................... 35 Program Change Assignment ................................ 52

R Registered Parameter Number .............................. 36 Rotary Encoder ............................................................ 37 RPN ........................................................................... 36, 53

S Sa Sa Se Se [S SH sh Sh Sh Sl SM SO SP [S St ST Sy Sy Sy Sy Sy

T Te Te Te Ti Tr TR [T Tu

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nstall the driver Windows ................................................................. 79 ATCH ....................................................................... 55

atch ........................................................................... 25 ER ....................................................................... 44, 45

PER] Button .............................................................. 9 ................................................................................... 11

USB Cable ................................................................. 2 Connector ............................................................ 11

LUE] Knob .......................................................... 8, 46 OCITY ....................................................................... 46 city Curve .............................................................. 60 city Responds ...................................................... 46 ato ....................................................................... 9, 41 Assign list ............................................................ 27 ing an assignment list ..................................... 30 ing the assigned messages ........................... 30

ual Center Click ..................................................... 55 NK ............................................................................. 10

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rface screen. AR LE lick [Edit] - [Preferences]; then from the menu at left, click

ick [Options] - [Controllers/Surfaces].

ettings in the dialog box that appears, then

A-PRO keyboard will light, and communication between SONAR will begin.

.

settings, the A-PRO instrument and SONAR will other each time you open a project. Please be aware that n take a considerable amount of time; however, this nction.

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Insta

rolling SONAR or SONAR LE from the A-PRO

PRO series is compatible with SONAR or software in the SONAR LE series fter collectively referred to simply as SONAR). nstalling the A-PRO control surface plug-in, youll be able to use a keyboard from PRO series for controlling SONAR, using the ACT function.

R X1 or later/SONAR LE you install SONAR X1 or SONAR X1 LE, the A-PRO control surface plug-in is ed together with it.

R 8.5 or earlier

sert the supplied A-PRO CD-ROM into the CD drive.

pen the folder A-PRO_CSP on the A-PRO CD-ROM, then double- ick Setup.exe.

llow the instructions presented by the installer to perform the stallation.

hen the following two conditions are applicable, make sure that you select 2-bit Version in the Choose version dialog box. 64-bit OS installed SONAR LE or SONAR 32-bit version installed

1 Launch SONAR.

2 Access the control su SONAR X1 or later/SON From the SONAR menu, c the control surface.

SONAR 8.5 or earlier From SONARs menus, cl

3 Click [ ].

4 Make the following s click [OK]. The [ACT] button on the the A-PRO keyboard and

5 Close the dialog box

Once youve made these communicate with each such communications ca does not indicate a malfu

tion Procedure

Making the Setting

Parameter Set

Controller/Surface A-P

Input Port A-P

Output Port A-P

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Con

ter other than the one intended occurs when on the A-PRO series keyboard is operated.

lows all parameters in the Active Window that can be d to the A-PRO keyboard. For this reason, it is possible for assigned to controllers even though you didnt intend to

scribes which parameters are assigned to which ified by following the steps below.

the upper right corner of the Active Window.

nipulate the parameter that you wish to control.

on the A-PRO keyboard for which you wish to e made.

rameters to other controllers, repeat steps 2 and 3.

r right corner of the Active Window. this message: * Parameters and * Controls were touched.

ese assignments?

s on how to make the settings, refer to the Users Guide nd the online help.

ve Window is switched, parameters are not ollers (cannot make the change). ins you use and the window you want to control, you may is not supported. d prepare a control map (file) beforehand, then assign the ollers using SONARs Remote Control feature.

on how to use control maps, refer to p. 22, or the uide. to use the remote control feature, refer to the Users

NAR, or the online help.

Pr

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trolling SONAR or SONAR LE from the A-PRO Series

1 Access the A-PRO control surface plug-in screen. SONAR X1 or later/SONAR LE From the SONAR menu, click [Utilities] - [A-PRO-1].

SONAR 8.5 or earlier From SONARs menus, click [Tools] - [A-PRO-1].

2 Click the [ENABLE] button on the A-PRO control surface plug-in.

The parameters in the front most window (active window) are assigned to the A- PRO keyboards controllers. Whenever you change the active window, the parameters assigned to the A-PRO will change at the same time.

For details on how to use the software, select the A-PRO control surface plug-in screen, and view the help file thats displayed when you press the F1 key.

A change in a parame one of the controllers

ACT is a function that al controlled to be assigne some parameters to be assign them. The ACT map, which de controllers, can be mod

1. Click [ACT], located in

2. Using your mouse, ma

3. Operate the controller have the assignment b If you want to assign pa

4. Click [ACT] in the uppe Youll be presented with Do you want to keep th

5. Click [Yes].

For detailed explanation that came with SONAR a

Even though the Acti assigned to the contr

Depending on the plug- find that the use of ACT In such cases, you shoul parameters to the contr

For detailed instructions separate Control Map G For instructions on how Guide that came with SO

ocedure Troubleshooting

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ower, then start up Logic Pro/Express or GarageBand. ing in Logic Pro/Express or GarageBand.

nt, you can use the controllers shown below.

at

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Controllers [R1][R8] Controllers [S1][S9]

Controllers [L1][L9] Controllers [A1][A8]

[ ] button, [ ] button

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an A-PRO Series Unit to Control Logic Pro/Expr

PRO series is compatible with music production software from Apple, including Pro/Express and GarageBand. nstalling the relevant A-PRO control surface plug-in (either the one for Logic Pro/ s or the one for GarageBand) in your Mac, youll conveniently and easily be able trol Logic Pro/Express or GarageBand from your A-PRO series unit.

is document provides a simple explanation of how to install and use the plug- s. r more detailed information, refer to Readme_E.pdf which can be found in the PRO_CSP folder on the A-PRO CD-ROM.

rating system: Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard or later ware version: Logic Pro/Express 8 or later, GarageBand 09 or later

u must install the A-PRO driver before you install the A-PRO Control Surface ug-in. For information on how to install the driver, refer to the owners manual at was supplied with your A-PRO series keyboard.

sert the A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD drive.

Logic Pro/Express or GarageBand is running, quit such software rst.

pen the A-PRO_CSP folder, which can be found on the A-PRO CD- M, and double-click APROControlSurfacePlugin.pkg.

rform the installation by following the instructions that appear screen.

First, switch on the A-PROs p You do not need to set anyth

On the A-PRO series instrume

ing Requirements

tion

Usage

A-PRO Panel Descr

Display [VALUE] knob

Controllers [B1][B4]

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g an A-PRO Series Unit to Control Logic Pro/Express or GarageBand

After installing the relevant A-PRO control surface plug-in (either the one for Logic Pro/ Express or the one for GarageBand) in your Mac, youll be able to control the following parameters.

For more detailed information, refer to Readme_E.pdf which can be found in the A-PRO_CSP folder on the A-PRO CD-ROM.

rameters that can be Controlled Using the A-PRO

Parameter thats controlled Controller on A-PRO

Pan of each track Controllers [R1][R8]

Volume of each track Controllers [S1][S8]

Master volume Controller [S9]

Selection of the various tracks Controllers [A1][A8]

Switching individual tracks between SOLO/MUTE; controlling recording standby, playback, stop, recording, etc. Controllers [L1][L8]

FLIP Controller [L9]

Switching Track Banks [ ] button, [ ] button

Moving along TIME BAR [VALUE] knob

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markings identifying the

oloured BLACK. coloured RED. lug.

For the U.K.

For the USA

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IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CO

BLUE: BROWN:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or c The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin p

NEUTRAL LIVE

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement

Model Name : Type of Equipment :

Responsible Party : Address :

Telephone :

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nt to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. al installation. This equipment ith the instructions, may cause will not occur in a particular can be determined by turning e following measures:

nected.

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operation.

pliance could void the users

For Canada

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is con Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B limit. Any unauthorized changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com authority to operate the equipment.

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