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Summarization of Contents
Important Safety Instructions
General Safety Warnings
Provides essential safety guidelines to prevent hazards like electric shock and fire.
Important Notes
Product Care and Handling
Guidance on how to properly maintain and handle the instrument.
Manual Usage Guidelines
Information and recommendations for effectively using the user manual.
Connections and Controls
Front Panel Overview
Identifies and describes the front panel connectors and primary controls.
Zone Selection and Status Indicators
Buttons for selecting Zones and visual indicators of their status.
Display Modes and Stand-by Operation
Function of the VIEW button and entering the instrument's stand-by mode.
Display and Function Buttons
Details on the instrument's display and the assigned function buttons.
Data Entry and Cursor Controls
Controls for entering data and navigating the interface.
Transpose and Keypad Functionality
Keyboard transposition settings and keypad for input and special functions.
Mode Selection Buttons
Buttons for switching between Performance, Info, Edit, and Chain modes.
Sequencer Remote and Store Functions
Buttons for controlling external sequencers and storing settings.
Rear Panel Overview
Audio and MIDI Connectivity
Details on Phones, USB, MIDI OUT, and MIDI IN connectors.
K4 / K5 Structure
Keyboard Types and Characteristics
Description of the available keyboard actions and key count.
Control Elements Overview
Lists and categorizes the instrument's controls like wheels, knobs, sliders, buttons, and pedals.
Internal Structure and Memory Organization
Explanation of the instrument's internal memory structure and key sections.
Performance and Scene Management
Details on grouping Scenes into Performances and selecting active Scenes.
Zone Definition and Parameters
Defines a Zone and its associated parameters for sound generation and MIDI.
Zone Status and Virtual Instruments
Indicators for Zone status and programming Virtual Instruments for external devices.
Control Bank and MIDI Messaging
Configuration of control banks and auxiliary MIDI messages.
Control Bank Status and System MIDI
Status indicators for Control Banks and MIDI Common settings.
Pedal, Wheel, Message, and Input Map Configuration
Settings for pedals, wheels, auxiliary messages, and MIDI input maps.
Local Control Functionality
Explanation of the Local Control parameter and its effect on MIDI routing.
Basic Functions
Powering On and Main Display Overview
Procedure for switching on the instrument and navigating the main video page.
Selecting Performances and Scenes
Methods for selecting Performances and Scenes within the instrument.
Scene Selection and Status Display
Visual flow of scene loading and indicators for scene status.
Zone Status Check and Control Bank Selection
How to check zone status and select control banks.
Keyboard Transposition Adjustment
Steps to adjust the keyboard's pitch transposition.
Screen Visualization Modes
Switching between different display views for controls and zones.
Control Information Displayed
How current control information is presented on screen.
Checking and Modifying Performances
Info and Edit Mode Overview
Understanding the differences and uses of Info and Edit modes for performance editing.
Editing Scene and Performance Names
Procedure for renaming Scenes and Performances.
Saving Performance Settings
Steps to save modified Performance data.
Enabling and Disabling Scenes
How to activate or deactivate Scenes within a Performance.
Zone Configuration (Config) Settings
Setting MIDI channels and sound selection for individual Zones.
Zone Parameter Settings
Adjusting volume, pan, reverb, chorus, and transposition for Zones.
Zone Aftertouch and Velocity Configuration
Setting aftertouch and velocity response curves for Zones.
User-Programmed Velocity Curves
Creating custom velocity response curves for keyboard dynamics.
Zone Key Range Configuration
Defining the specific keyboard range assigned to each Zone.
Control Bank Programming Details
Setting up parameters for knobs, sliders, and buttons in Control Banks.
Knob, Slider, and Button Parameter Settings
Detailed configuration options for individual knobs, sliders, and buttons.
MIDI Message Parameter Explanations
Detailed explanations of MIDI message parameters like type, min/max, and mode.
Wheel and Pedal Configuration Settings
Programming and assigning functions to wheels and pedals.
Additional MIDI Messages for Scenes
Configuring auxiliary MIDI messages transmitted when a Scene is selected.
Editing Specific MIDI Messages
Detailed steps for editing CC, NRPN, and SysEx MIDI messages.
MIDI Input Map Configuration
Setting up maps to route incoming MIDI data to outputs.
Input Map Fields and Filtering Options
Explanation of input map fields and MIDI filtering capabilities.
Sequence of Performances (Chain Mode)
Introduction to Chain Mode
Overview of Chain Mode for creating custom performance sequences.
Selecting and Activating Chains
Procedure for recalling and activating a programmed performance chain.
Programming and Managing Chains
Steps for creating, editing, and managing performance chains.
General Instrument Settings (System Mode)
System Mode Overview and Navigation
Introduction to System Mode and its main menu structure.
System MIDI and Preferences Settings
Accessing and configuring MIDI Common and instrument preferences.
Instrument Preferences Customization
Adjusting display settings, graphics, and performance confirmation.
Virtual Instrument Table Setup
Creating and managing Virtual Instrument tables for external devices.
Program Bank Configuration for Virtual Instruments
Programming sound banks and lists for external Virtual Instruments.
Control Change and NRPN Table Setup
Assigning names to Control Change and NRPN messages.
Pedal Configuration and System Functions
Calibrating pedals and assigning system-wide functions.
Wheel Configuration and System Functions
Calibrating wheels and assigning system-wide functions.
Aftertouch Configuration and System Functions
Calibrating aftertouch and assigning system-wide functions.
Sequencer Remote Control Setup
Configuring the instrument to control external sequencers and DAWs.
System Utilities: Info, Update, and Reset
Accessing instrument information, firmware updates, and factory reset.
Firmware Update Procedure and Backup
Steps for updating firmware and backing up instrument settings.
Backup and Restore Functionality
Saving and loading instrument configurations using backup files.
Restore Function Details
Loading previously saved instrument configurations.
Factory Reset Procedure
Restoring the instrument to its original factory default settings.
Utility Functions and Data Transfer
Initializing Scenes to Standard Settings
Resetting specific Scene sections to default configurations.
Copying Scenes and Control Banks
Copying entire Scenes or specific sections to different locations.
Loading Performances and Virtual Instruments
Loading saved Performances and Virtual Instruments from memory or USB.
Navigating Storage Drives and Folders
Guidance on navigating internal memory and external USB drives for file management.
File Management Utilities
Using utility functions to create, delete, rename, copy, and paste files/folders.
File and Folder Copying Process
Detailed steps for copying files and folders between storage locations.
Saving Performances and Virtual Instruments
Procedures for saving Performances and Virtual Instruments.
File Naming and Overwriting Handling
Managing file names and overwriting existing files during save operations.
Troubleshooting
Error Message Reference
A comprehensive list and explanation of potential error messages.
Quick Guide for Common Problems
Solutions for frequently encountered operational issues.
MIDI Connection Troubleshooting
Steps to resolve issues related to MIDI connections with computers.
MIDI
Introduction to MIDI and its Components
Explanation of the MIDI protocol, connectors, and channels.
Channel Aftertouch and System Messages
Details on Channel Aftertouch and System Exclusive MIDI messages.
General MIDI Program Change and Drum Assignments
Tables for General MIDI instrument sounds and drum note assignments.
General MIDI Controller Numbers (Control Change)
Reference table for MIDI Control Change numbers and their functions.
Registered Parameter Numbers (RPN) and MMC
Information on RPN numbers and MIDI Machine Control commands.
MIDI Common System Messages Mapping
Mapping of MIDI CC numbers to specific instrument functions.
MIDI Implementation Chart
Transmitted and Received MIDI Function Overview
Chart detailing transmitted and received MIDI functions and messages.
Regulatory and Compliance Information
Proper Disposal of Electrical Equipment
Guidelines for the environmentally responsible disposal of the product.
FCC Rules and Interference Mitigation
Information regarding FCC compliance and measures to prevent radio interference.
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