General notes General notes This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
General notes 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
General notes 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’...
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. MKR 61...
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. roll-up keyboard...
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety. MKR 61...
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Safety instructions Safety DANGER! Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit.
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NOTICE! Possible damage by leaking batteries Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period. MKR 61...
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. roll-up keyboard...
The Roll-up keyboard is characterized by the following features: 61 keys 128 preprogrammed sounds 128 preprogrammed styles 45 demo songs Record and playback function Single-finger and multi-finger operation Sustain Vibrato Digital display Built-in speakers Connections: Headphones out, USB charger connection, MIDI out, audio in MKR 61...
Installation Installation The device is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Use only the included lithium-ion battery or a spare battery with identical specifications (see Ä Chapter 6 ‘Technical specifications’ on page 26). Use the included USB charging cable for charging the inserted battery. Connect the device to the USB port of a PC for charging via this cable.
You must wear protective rubber gloves when doing so. Clean your hands and the affected surface thoroughly with cold water. MKR 61...
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Installation Never attempt to recharge non-rechargeable lithium batteries. When charging lithium bat‐ teries you must use a suitable charging device intended for the purpose. Before disposing of the device remove the lithium batteries. Protect used lithium batteries against potential short circuits, e.g. by covering the poles with adhesive tape. Only use powder extinguishers or other suitable extinguishing agents to extinguish a burning lithium battery.
Control panel and connections Control panel and connections Operating panel MKR 61...
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Control panel and connections 1 Keyboard. 2 Speaker. 3 Display. 4 [+] Increases the displayed value by one. 5 [Tone] Button to select a preprogrammed sound. Press the button to activate the selection. The display shows ‘tnE’ . Use the buttons [+] and [–] to select a sound setting in the range of ‘000’...
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Press the button again to deactivate the effect. The display briefly shows ‘OFF’ . 9 [Vibrato] Button to activate the Vibrato effect. Press the button once to activate the effect. The display shows ‘Vib’ . Press the button again to deactivate the effect. The display briefly shows ‘OFF’ . MKR 61...
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Control panel and connections 10 [Vol] Buttons for increasing / decreasing the volume. Press the keys briefly to gradually adjust the setting. Keep the buttons pressed to adjust the setting quickly up and down. Playback button. Starts and stops playback of user recordings in recording mode. Play / Pause button.
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This LED lights red during charging. Once the installed battery pack is fully charged, the LED turns green. In normal opera‐ tion, the LED is off. 16 Power indicator This LED lights constantly red during operating. 17 [–] Decreases the displayed value by one. MKR 61...
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Control panel and connections 18 [RHY] Button to select a preprogrammed style. Press the button to activate the selection. The display shows ‘rhy’ . Use the buttons [+] and [–] to select a style in the range of ‘000’ … ‘127’ . 19 [REC] Button to activate the ‘recording’...
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Buttons to increase / decrease the playback speed of sounds, styles and demo pieces in the range of ‘030’ … ‘240’ . Press the keys briefly to gradually adjust the setting. Keep the buttons pressed to adjust the setting quickly up and down. MKR 61...
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Control panel and connections Connections 24 [OFF | ON] Main switch to turn the device on and off. 25 [AUDIO INPUT] Input socket for connecting an external audio device (e.g. MP3 or CD player). 26 [HEADPHONE] Output for headphones or external audio devices like active speakers or amplifiers. roll-up keyboard...
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Connection for the supplied USB cable to charge the installed battery pack via the USB port of a computer and for transferring MIDI data. 28 [USB CHARGING] USB charger connection. Battery compartment The battery compartment is located on the back of the control panel. MKR 61...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Keyboard Rollable silicone keyboard with 61 keys Sounds Styles Demo songs Connections USB charger connection, Headphones (3.5 mm mini phone), MIDI out (USB), audio in (3.5 mm mini phone) Operating voltage supply Lithium-Ion battery, rated voltage 3.7 V, rated power 1000 mAh (included) Dimensions operating panel (W ×...
They should be returned to the manufacturer for disposal or recycled elsewhere in accordance with your local regulations. MKR 61...
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Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste. Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility.
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