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Akai MPD16 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2 English CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANU- FACTURER FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. 32-En CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
  • Page 3 • Do not put, or allow anyone to put any object, especially metal objects, into the MPD16. • Use only the DC power supply specified. Never use an AC power supply directly. • If water or any other liquid is spilled into or onto the MPD16, disconnect the power and/or battery, and call your dealer.

  • Page 4: Pad Controls

    DJs with the same feeling of MPC series models. The MPD16 has two banks, BANK A and BANK B. Each bank holds 16 notes assignable to 16 pads and the banks can be switched in real time for playing up to 32 notes. The Slider can control various settings by assigning it an appropriate Control Change number.

  • Page 5: Notes On Operation

    Connects the USB port of computer via USB cable. Note 1: The connected computer is required to have the USB Driver software installed to properly recognize the MPD16. For the installation of USB Driver software, refer to the CD- ROM disc included.
  • Page 6 4. Use FULL LEVEL (up)/16 LEVELS (down) keys to change the Note number assigned. Note 1: Use an external sound module, etc. to confirm, as there’s no value indicator on the MPD16. Note 2: The range of note number assignable is from 0 (C-2) to 127 (G8).

  • Page 7: Specifications

    English Specifications Functions: Transmission of MIDI Note-On/Off, Aftertouch (Key pressure), Control Change messages Terminals: USB connector x 1 (USB V1.1) MIDI OUT 5-pin DIN x 1 DC IN 9V AC Adaptor connection x 1 Controls: Pad x 16, FULL LEVEL key, 16 LEVELS key, BANK key, ACTIVE key, Slider Indicators: LED x 4 (FULL LEVEL, 16 LEVELS, BANK, ACTIVE) Power:...
  • Page 8 Printed in Japan...

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