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Prodigy (SDHD II) User Guide
Rev K
June 25, 2018
4111 North Freeway Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
www.pianodisc.com
Copyright © 2018
PianoDisc and Burgett Inc.
All Rights Reserved
PianoDisc and Burgett, Inc reserve the right to change product design and
specifications at any time without prior notice.
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- Page 1 June 25, 2018 4111 North Freeway Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95834 www.pianodisc.com Copyright © 2018 PianoDisc and Burgett Inc. All Rights Reserved PianoDisc and Burgett, Inc reserve the right to change product design and specifications at any time without prior notice.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Piano Volume ............................16 Synchronization........................... 16 PianoSync Delay ..........................16 Play and record MIDI files ........................17 Adding music to your system ......................18 Free music download ..........................18 Download music to your iOS device automatically from the PianoDisc Music Store ......18... - Page 3 Download purchased music from your email client on your iOS device and save to the iQ Player app 18 Use iTunes File Sharing to add music to the iQ Player app..............19 Save MIDI files to the iQ Player app from Safari ..................20 Support ............................
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
5. Locate your PianoDisc unit away from direct sunlight, water or moisture, or hot or cold air currents. 6. If the PianoDisc unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time, the power supply should be disconnected. 7. If repair is necessary, refer only to authorized service personnel. -
Page 5: General Operating Notes
Disconnecting your piano from the power source completely shuts down the unit. If your piano or PianoDisc Prodigy control box fails to operate in a manner consistent with the instructions in this manual, please disconnect it from your power source and contact an authorized PianoDisc dealer or a certified PianoDisc technician in your area. -
Page 6: About Prodigy
Bluetooth and USB MIDI, analog, and digital audio. The new PianoDisc Prodigy is set up entirely via the PianoDisc Calibrate App, and the iQ’s “select wheel” has been removed. Since the calibration is app-based, it offers improved flexibility and accuracy, resulting in noticeably better performance and easier adjustment. -
Page 7: Buttons And Connections
A. Analog Audio Input Power Indicator B. Analog Audio Output (To speakers) K. DC 10V Power Input C. Record Output (For optional PianoDisc L. Key Driver Port analog data recording) M. Record (Connect to ProRecord/ProScan) D. iQ Status (Green = decoding active) N. -
Page 8: Getting Started
Bluetooth, a speaker with a green Bluetooth symbol should appear in the upper right- hand corner. 2. Select a song. In the PianoDisc iQ Player app, tap on a song and it will begin to play on your PianoDisc system. -
Page 9: Audio
The PianoDisc system uses audio for background audio, such as instrumentals or vocals. It also can use audio to send piano performance data to the piano. If you play a PianoDisc song using a standard audio player (or listen to it through the speakers on your phone or iPad), you may hear a high-pitched squeal (like a FAX machine). -
Page 10: Midi
Audio for accompaniment can be routed through the Prodigy, or directly to external speakers. When external speakers are used, PianoDisc music in the iPod Library will not play the piano, nor will the PD Radio play. That’s because these two music types require an audio connection to the Prodigy in order to... - Page 11 2. If you have PianoDisc music stored in the iPod Library, it will not play when using external speakers. However, if your PianoDisc music is moved to the “My Music” library instead, it will play normally, even with external speakers.
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Page 12: Connection Diagrams
“External Audio” setting in Pro Mode. Since the output volume of every music player is different, you may want to re-calibrate your PianoDisc system’s settings if you use an external device to play PianoDisc music. Please see the Calibration chapter for instructions. - Page 13 Freedom Mode • AirPlay-only connection to the piano • AirPlay adapter audio output connected to Prodigy analog input Speakers mounted in or • near piano Control from anywhere • (as long as WiFi is available) Professional Mode (AirPlay Audio) • Bluetooth MIDI connection to the piano Audio connection via...
- Page 14 Professional Mode (External AirPlay) Bluetooth MIDI • connection to the piano • Audio connection via AirPlay Audio Speakers and Airport • Express placed anywhere in the room (or in AV cabinet) Professional Mode (External Bluetooth) • Bluetooth MIDI connection to the piano Audio connection via •...
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Page 15: Advanced Users And Professional Mode
Advanced users and Professional Mode Professional Mode is for users who have a PianoDisc system equipped with a Prodigy CPU and would like to play PianoDisc-formatted MP3 songs via MIDI. Professional Mode is enabled automatically when you use MIDI to connect the Prodigy with the iQ app. A full list of the pros and cons can be found under “Professional Mode”... -
Page 16: External Audio
Note that this feature only applies to MIDI files played at the same time as external audio files and will not have any effect on standard PianoDisc MP3 files. Note: if you make a mistake or decide you do not like the changes that you made, press “Load Defaults”... -
Page 17: Play And Record Midi Files
Play and record MIDI files If your PianoDisc system is equipped with a ProRecord or ProScan, you can record and play MIDI files to your iOS device or an external device. Note that Professional Mode is not required. 1. Connect your external device to the Prodigy via 5-pin DIN, USB, or Bluetooth (only iOS devices supported, see “Enable Professional Mode”... -
Page 18: Adding Music To Your System
Adding music to your system Free music download After you install and open the PianoDisc iQ Player app for the first time, it will automatically download several free albums*. To download PianoDisc’s entire library of free music, select “Settings” on the bottom of the screen. -
Page 19: Use Itunes File Sharing To Add Music To The Iq Player App
PD iQ” button. Select it to add your music to the PianoDisc iQ Player. Use iTunes File Sharing to add music to the iQ Player app 1. Open the email that contains your purchased music from the PianoDisc Music Store and save the zip file onto your computer. -
Page 20: Save Midi Files To The Iq Player App From Safari
4. Select “File Sharing” and iTunes will display a list of all the apps on your iOS device that you can add files to. 5. Select “PD iQ”. Depending on how many apps you have installed on your iOS device, you may have to use the scroll bar on the right. - Page 21 3. Press “More” and the Share Sheet will open. Scroll to the right until you see the “copy to PD iQ” button. Select it to add your music to the PianoDisc iQ Player under My Music. If you don’t see the “copy to PD iQ”...
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Page 23: Support
Support Having trouble with your system, or just need some friendly advice? PianoDisc is here for you. Feel free to call or email us for help: Worldwide Support Phone：+1 866-566-DISC EMail：tech@pianodisc.com Support is available M-F 4AM - 7PM PDT and SAT 8AM - 4PM PDT...
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