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M-Audio Keystation Series Frequently Asked Questions

M-Audio Keystation Series Frequently Asked Questions

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M-Audio Keystation Series - Frequently Asked
Questions
The M-Audio Keystation series controllers are simple, powerful MIDI controllers
designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC.
This article walks through a number of Frequently Asked Questions about the M-
Audio Keystation series controllers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the M-Audio Keystation require a power supply?
Do I need to install any drivers to use my Keystation series controller?
Will the Keystation work with my Windows 8 and Mac 10.9 Mavericks
computer?
Will the Keystation work with my iPad?
Do any software programs come with a purchase of the M-Audio
Keystation?
Troubleshooting

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Summary of Contents for M-Audio Keystation Series

  • Page 1 Frequently Asked Questions  Does the M-Audio Keystation require a power supply?  Do I need to install any drivers to use my Keystation series controller?  Will the Keystation work with my Windows 8 and Mac 10.9 Mavericks computer? ...
  • Page 2 Additional Resources Further Technical Support Does the M-Audio Keystation require a power supply? No. The M-Audio Keystation series controller is USB hub-powered, meaning that it is powered directly by the computer USB port when connected with a USB-A to USB-B cable.
  • Page 3 Windows 8 and Mac 10.9. Will the Keystation work with my iPad? Yes! To use the M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 with your iPad, connect it to the iPad using the iPad Camera Connection kit (sold separately) which enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on your iPad and other iOS devices.
  • Page 4: Troubleshooting

    The Keystation is now set back to the factory default settings. My sustain pedal is reversed and functioning backwards. What do I do? The sustain pedal input on the rear of the Keystation series controller accepts any standard momentary, non-latching footswitch (sold separately). When pressed, this pedal will sustain the sound you are playing without having to keep your fingers pressing down the keys.
  • Page 5 To reverse the polarity, simply power off the Keystation series controller, ensure that the pedal is not depressed, and power the unit on. My Keystation is not reading in my computer. Why not? Most likely this is not due to the actual Keystation itself and is more likely something to do with the connection, a conflict with something else in the computer, or software settings.