E-Mu LONGboard61, SHORTboard49 User Manual
User’s Guide 1
61-key Professional Performance Instrument
49-key Professional Pe rformance Instrument
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User’s Guide
© 2009 E-MU Systems
All Rights Reserved
Version: A
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IRELAND
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Contents
Introduction ..................................... 5
Features: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
What is included? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Start Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Powering Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Standalone Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
USB Powered Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Basic Hardware Connections ....................... 9
MIDI Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MIDI Path when a Computer is Connected via USB ........10
MIDI Path when a Computer is NOT Connected ........11
Wireless Audio Connection with E-MU PIPEline . . . . . . 12
Setting Up Your Computer for MIDI ................. 15
Front Panel Controls ............................. 16
Program Selection ..................................16
Banks and Groups ..................................16
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Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Control and Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Digital Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Troubleshooting ....................................30
E-MU Keys Program Chart ...........................32
General MIDI Program Chart ..........................33
General MIDI - Channel 10 Percussion ..................35
General MIDI Drum Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Safety Information ............................... 38
Regulatory Information ........................... 39
Notice for the USA ..................................39
California Proposition 65 Statement ....................40
WEEE Directive 2006/66/EC ..........................41
WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC ..........................42
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the E-MU LONGboard 61 or
SHORTboard 49. You’ve just purchased an outstanding MIDI controller
keyboard united with a 16-part multitimbral, 128-voice professional
sample-based instrument and a custom 64MB sound set.
LONGboard 61 or SHORTboard 49 are professional USB/MIDI instrument with unmatched playability, real-time control and programmability in
portable 49 key, and 61 key packages.
The LONGboard 61 features a 61-note premium semi-weighted keyboard,
while the SHORTboard 49 features a compact 49-note semi-weighted
keyboard. Both models feature full-size velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch, pitch and modulation wheels, and 6 controller knobs.
The keyboards are ideal for either studio or stage use, since they can be used
as stand-alone MIDI controllers, or with a USB equipped PC or Macintosh
computer. The MIDI input and output can also serve as a computer MIDI
interface when connected via USB.
As an added bonus, the LONGboard 61 and SHORTboard 49 contain a
built-in wireless audio transmitter, which links to the E-MU PIPELINE
receiver giving you a 49 foot (15 meter) range of wireless freedom.
Now, read on to learn all about your new favorite keyboard.
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Features:
Velocity sensitivity and channel aftertouch•
128-voice polyphony•
16-part multitimbral synthesizer•
64 MB sound bank with 64 custom E-MU Keys programs and 128 •
General MIDI (GM) compatible programs
Built-in wireless E-MU PIPEline transmitter•
Synthesizer controller kno• bs (double as MIDI controllers)
Reverb and Chorus eects•
User-denable split keyboard • (for playing two sounds at once)
Pitch and Mod Wheels•
Octave transpose buttons•
MIDI Input and Output jacks •
(the MIDI jacks can also function as a MIDI interface for your computer)
Dual 1/4” headphone jacks•
Can be powered via DC adapter, USB bus power, or batteries•
What is included?
LONGboard •
61
or SHORTboard
49
5V DC Power Supply•
USB Cable•
Quick Start Manual•
Read-me le•
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START PLAYING
Your keyboard has been designed to be easy to use. Simply connect the
power supply, connect headphones or your mixer/sound system, turn it on
and start playing.
Two sets of stereo headphones can be connected.
Power Switch
Power to the keyboard is controlled using a three-position slide switch.
Center � � � � � � Turns the Keyboard O
USB Power � � � Use when connected to your computer via USB
DC 5V/Battery � Use when not connected to the computer. The
keyboard can be powered via the 5V DC adapter or
(6) D batteries. (Please refer to the following page.)
Note: The 5V DC Adapter takes precedence if batteries are installed and
DC power is applied.
5VDC
Adapter
DC 5V
BATTERY
USB
POWER
OFF
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POWERING UP
Standalone Operation
The keyboard can be powered using any of the following methods:
Via USB when connected to a computer•
The included 5V @ 500mA power supply•
With a USB type power supply • (not included)
(6) D-size batteries•
USB Powered Operation
The keyboard can receive power through the USB cable when connected
to a PC or Mac. The USB connection can also transmit and receive MIDI
data to and from the computer. Audio is not transmitted or received
over USB.
Important: Always connect to the USB jack on the computer itself
and NOT to a low-power USB connection that may be present on your
computer keyboard or other USB peripheral.
TIP: • If the keyboard doesn’t work when powered via USB, try discon-
necting the USB cable and using the AC adapter for power. (Your
computer may not be supplying enough power through the USB port.)
Battery Installation
The battery compartment is located on the bottom panel of the unit. Press
the two tabs to open. Install the batteries as labelled on the bottom of the
battery compartment with the + aligned with the + side of the batteries.
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BASIC HARDWARE CONNECTIONS
Connect the audio outputs to an audio mixer or integrated amp and •
speakers (such as your home stereo).
The USB cable carries MIDI data and power. This connection •
allows you to record and play back your keyboard performance using
a MIDI sequencer and your computer. The keyboard can also be
powered via USB.
CONNECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
OFF
CH1 CH2
CH3
USB
SUSTAIN
SWITCH
VOLUME
PEDAL
RIGHT
OUT
LEFT
OUT
MIDI OUT MIDI IN
DC IN 5V
DC 5V
BATTERY
USB
POWER
OFF
K
Rear Panel
Mac or PC
5VDC
Adapter
(Use if not connected
to computer via USB)
USB Cable
(carrys MIDI data
& power)
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MIDI ROUTING
LONGboard and SHORTboard automatically switch their MIDI connections when a computer is connected to the USB port.
With a computer connected there are two MIDI ports (USB Audio Devices
1 & 2 ) available on your computer. The keyboard connects to Port 1
Out and the internal sound engine. Port 1 In from the computer can also
control the internal sound engine.
Port 2 (USB Audio Device 2) connects directly to the MIDI input and
output jacks functioning as a computer MIDI interface.
MIDI Path when a Computer is Connected via USB
Sound
Engine
Computer sees two
MIDI devices/ports
MIDI
In
A
B
Port 2Port 1
MIDI
USB
Out
In
Keyboard
LONGboard /
SHORTboard
Mac or PC
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MIDI Path when a Computer is NOT Connected
With no computer connected to USB, the keyboard connects to MIDI Out
and the internal sound engine.
MIDI In connects to the internal sound engine.
Sound
Engine
MIDI
In
A
B
Port 2Port 1 USB
MIDI
Out
In
Keyboard
LONGboard /
SHORTboard
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WIRELESS AUDIO CONNECTION WITH E-MU PIPEline
LONGboard and SHORTboard have a built-in wireless audio transmitter
compatible with the E-MU PIPEline wireless stereo audio transmitter/
receiver system. The keyboard’s transmitter operates in “paired” mode by
default. Paired mode allows you to link your keyboard with one (and only
one) PIPEline. Here’s how to link your keyboard to a PIPEline in Paired
mode. Paired and Broadcast modes will be described later.
Connect the Audio
Set up the PIPEline audio outputs to headphones; an audio mixer; or •
integrated amp and speakers.
On the Rear Panel of the Keyboard
Use the • Channel Select Knob to set the Channel Number.
On the PIPEline Receiver
Set the 1. CH switch to Ch1, Ch2, or Ch3 to match the keyboard
Channel Selector.
To Mixer
Inputs
Aux Inputs
Male RCA to Mono 1/4” phone
Back of LONGboard/SHORTboard
Male RCA to Male RCA
Integrated
Amp & Speakers
Mixer &
Powered Speakers
or...
Power
Outlet
Power Adapter
Channel SelectorConnect Button
CONNECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
OFF
CH1 CH2
CH3
USB
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Set the 2. B/P switch to the (+) position (Paired mode).
Set the 3. R/T switch to the (-) position (Receive).
Set the 4. D/A switch to the (+) position (Analog).
(LONGboard and SHORTboard don’t support digital mode.)
Link Procedure
On the Rear Panel of your Keyboard
Press the 5. Connect button.
On the PIPEline
Press the 6. Link/Connect button. The white LED will stop ashing
when connected.
Play the keyboard. 7. You will hear audio from the PIPEline!
If you change channels, the keyboard and PIPEline will automatically •
re-link. (Of course, the keyboard and PIPEline channels must match!)
If you turn o the keyboard, PIPEline, or both; they will automatically •
re-link when you turn them back on.
You only have to perform the Link procedure again if you decide to link to •
a dierent PIPEline, or if you decide to change Paired/Broadcasting modes.
Selecting Paired and Broadcasting Modes
The keyboard’s wireless transmitter operates in “paired” mode by default.
Paired mode allows you to link your keyboard with one (and only one)
PIPEline. Broadcasting Mode allows you to link your keyboard to one or
more PIPElines. Please refer to the PIPEline User’s Guide for a detailed
description of these modes. The PIPEline User’s Guide is available at the
E-MU web site: www.emu.com.
To Switch between Paired and Broadcasting modes: ►
Important:1. First set the keyboard Channel Select knob to OFF.
To select Broadcasting mode2. , blip* the Keyboard Link button 7
times.
To select Paired mode,3. blip* the Keyboard Link button 3 times.
* A “blip” is a quick press/release of the button.
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Linking in Broadcasting Mode
Here’s how to link your Keyboard to one or more PIPElines in Broadcasting mode.
Turn on your Keyboard. Turn on your PIPEline(s), the white LED 1.
will blink.
Setup Procedure
Connect the Audio
Set up the PIPEline audio outputs to headphones; an audio mixer; or •
integrated amp and speakers.
On the Rear Panel of your Keyboard
Use the Channel Select Knob to set the Channel Number.•
On each PIPEline
Set the CH switch to Ch1, Ch2, or Ch3 to match the Keyboard 2.
Channel Selector.
Set the B/P switch to the (-) position (Broadcasting mode).3.
Set the R/T switch to the (-) position (Receive).4.
Set the D/A switch to the (+) position (Analog).5.
Link Procedure
On the Rear Panel of your Keyboard
Press the Connect button.•
On each PIPEline
Press the Link/Connect button. The white LED will stop ashing 6.
when connected.
Repeat the Link Procedure for each PIPEline.7.
Play your Keyboard. You will hear audio from each PIPEline linked 8.
to your Keyboard.
If you change channels, the Keyboard and PIPEline will automatically •
re-link. (Of course, the Keyboard and PIPEline channels must match!)
If you turn o the Keyboard, PIPEline, or both; they will automatically •
re-link when you turn them back on.
You only have to perform the Link procedure again if you decide to link •
to a dierent PIPEline, or if you change Paired/Broadcast modes.
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SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTER FOR MIDI
The USB cable functions as a bidirectional MIDI cable, allowing you to
record and playback your performance using MIDI sequencing software
(not included).
MIDI is a protocol consisting of data messages that are used to control
synthesizers, sound modules, keyboards, or software “virtual instruments.”
MIDI messages contain instructions such as what note to play, when to play
it, and which sound to play.
When connected to your computer via USB, the Keyboard MIDI ports
will appear in the “MIDI Devices” (Mac) or “Sounds and Audio Devices”
(PC), indicating that a valid connection has been made. Refer to your
MIDI sequencing software manual to learn how to record and play back
MIDI sequences.
The USB cable functions as a bidirectional MIDI cable. The MIDI Input allows you
to use other MIDI controllers such as another keyboard, extra knobs or drum pads.
The MIDI Output sends data from the keyboard, wheels and knobs.
The MIDI Input and Output jacks also function as a MIDI interface, allowing other
MIDI devices to be connected to your computer.
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
Program Selection
Each Program contains a dierent sound. To Select a Program, press a row
and/or a column button. The program at the intersection of the column
and row buttons is selected and the selected program number ashes in the
display (1-128).
Note: The program names on the front panel refer to Bank 7, Group 1.
Banks and Groups
A Bank may contain up to 128 programs, arranged in 4 Groups of 32
programs.
To Select Another Group: Press and Hold one of the Row Select buttons
for 2 seconds to select another group of 32 programs. The LED above the
slider ashes the selected Group number, i.e. gp 2 (group 2).
To Select Another Bank: Press and Hold either the Left or Right column
button for 2 seconds to seconds to switch between program banks 0 and
7 (and transmit a MIDI Bank Select message on CC00). Press and Hold the
column button marked KEYS for 2 seconds to switch back to bank 7. The
LED above the slider ashes the selected bank number, i.e. bn 7.
GM KEYS
Row
Select
Column
Select
Press & Hold to Select
General MIDI Bank (Bank 0)
Press & Hold to Select
E-MU Keys Bank (Bank 7)
Press & Hold to Select
Different Groups
Group 4
Group 3
Group 2
Group 1
Brite Piano
Honky Tonk
Piano Strings Pulse Piano
Solina Strings
Brass Section
Sax Section
String Section
TB 303/Rhodes
Synth Bass/Lead
Slap/Horns
Synthestring
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Bank 7, Group 2 Programs
Press and hold Group 2 button (when in E-MU Keys Bank)
General MIDI Bank (128 General MIDI Programs)
See the General MIDI Program Chart for a numerical listing.
General MIDI, Group 1 Programs
Press and hold Group 1 button while in General MIDI Bank.
General MIDI, Group 2 Programs
Press and hold Group 2 button while in General MIDI Bank.
CP, Strings
& Dyno
CP-70 &
Strings
CP-70 &
Rhodes
Wurly
& CP
Dyno
& Strings
DX
& Rhodes
Dyno Piano
& OB
Wurly
& Solina
B3 888 2nd
& Rhodes
B3
All Out
B3 Jazz
DX
B3 888 3rd
& All Out
Clavinet
1 & 2
Clavinet
& Pulse
All Saws
TB303 &
Clavinet
Matrix
& Solina
Juno &
Rogue
Mega
Synth
SEM
Solina &
OBX
Rogue &
OBX
OB &
Saws
OB, Juno
& B3
Moog
Bass
Fat
Mini
Prophet
PWM
SEM, Moog
& OBX
Saw Bass
Multi Bass
Pulse
Keys
All Saws
& Squares
Group 2
Press & Hold
Piano 1
Celesta
Organ 1
Nylon Guitar
Piano 2
Glockenspiel
Organ 2
Steel Guitar
Piano 3
Music Box
Organ 3
Jazz Guitar
Honky Tonk
Vibraphone
Church Organ
Clean Guitar
Electric
Piano 1
Marimba
Reed Organ
Guitar Mutes
Electric
Piano 2
Xylophone
Accordian
Overdrive
Guitar
Harpsichord
Tubular Bells
Harmonica
Distortion
Guitar
Clavinet
Dulcimer
Bandoneon
Guitar
Harmonics
Group 1
Press & Hold
Acoustic
Bass
Violin
Strings
Trumpet
Fingered
Bass
Viola
Slow Strings
Trombone
Picked
Bass
Cello
Synth Strings
1
Tuba
Fretless
Bass
Contrabass
Synth Strings
2
Mute Trumpet
Slap Bass
1
Tremolo
Strings
Choir Ahhs
French Horns
Slap Bass
2
Pizzacato
Voice Oohs
Brass
Synth Bass
1
Harp
Synth Vox
Synth Brass
1
Synth Bass
2
Timpani
Orchestra
Hit
Synth Brass
2
Group 2
Press & Hold
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General MIDI, Group 3 Programs
Press and hold Group 3 button while in General MIDI Bank.
General MIDI, Group 4 Programs
Press and hold Group 4 button while in General MIDI Bank.
Soprano
Sax
Piccolo
Square
Wave
Fantasia
Alto Sax
Flute
Saw Wave
Warm Pad
Tenor Sax
Recorder
Synth
Calliope
Poly Synth
Baritone
Sax
Pan Flute
Chiffer
Lead
Space Voice
Oboe
Bottle Chiff
Charang
Bowed
Glass
English Horn
Shakuhachi
Solo Vox
Metal Pad
Bassoon
Whistle
5th Square
Wave
Halo Pad
Clarinet
Ocarina
Bass
& Lead
Sweep Pad
Group 3
Press & Hold
Ice Rain
Sitar
Tinker Bell
Fret Noise
Soundtrack
Banjo
Agogo
Breath Noize
Crystal
Shamisen
Steel Drum
Seashore
Atmosphere
Koto
Wood Block
Bird
Brightness
Kalimba
Taiko Drum
Telephone
Goblin
Bagpipe
Melodic
To m
Helicopter
Echo Drops
Fiddle
Synth Drum
Applause
Star Therme
Shenai
Reverse
Cymbal
Gun Shot
Group 4
Press & Hold
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Data Slider & Numeric Display
This control is used to enter values while editing and as a
performance controller while playing. You can change the
function of this control by changing the CC Assign number.
Octave Buttons
The octave buttons transpose the
keyboard up or down one octave.
When the transpose buttons are
pressed, the octave transpose
amount appears in the numeric
display, i.e. -2.
Whenever the data slider is used for editing, the octave •
buttons function as increment/decrement buttons, allowing you to
change values one unit at a time.
Pressing both octave buttons simultaneously turns o any “stuck notes” •
and clears all controllers, functioning as a MIDI Panic Button. The
display ashes, PAn.
In split mode, the octave buttons control the currently selected range of •
the keyboard.
SystemVelo Curve
Program MIDI Chn
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Single/Split/Layer Button
The keyboard can be “split” at any note to
play one program on the lower section and a
completely dierent programs on the upper
section. Two sounds can also be “layered”
over the entire keyboard.
To Set the Keyboard Split Point: ►
Press and Hold the Split button and press akey-
board key to split the keyboard at a specic key.
Split Mode: ►
Press the Split button again to switch between upper and lower sections
or both (Layer mode). When Split mode is active, the front panel knobs,
slider, octave buttons, program select buttons, wheels, and pedal all
aect whichever keyboard section is currently selected.
With the Lower LED on, change the lower program, edit a synth control to
edit the lower program, or change the MIDI channel for the lower section.
Select “Upper”, then change the upper program, edit a synth control on the
upper program, or change the MIDI channal for the upper section.
Layer Mode: ►
When the Upper and Lower LEDs are both lit, Layer Mode is in eect
and both the upper and lower programs will be heard when you play the
keyboard.
Changing a program when in Layer mode will change the “Upper”
program. The settings of the Lower program remain in eect when you go
back to Normal mode.
When in Layer mode, the Data Slider functions as a balance control
between the upper and lower layers.
Note: Splits and Layers cannot be saved with the program. The Split Point
is retained in memory until you power o the keyboard.
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Synthesizer Controls
These four controls allow you to modify the selected program. Turning a
knob sets the parameter to the current knob position. Select the program
again to restore the original setting.
Cuto � Controls the low pass lter cuto frequency. Turning the control
up allows more high frequencies to pass. Turning the control down reduces
high frequencies.
Resonance � Resonance or “Q” boosts the frequencies around the cuto
frequency. This gives the lter a sharper and more synthesizer-like sound.
Attack � When a key is pressed, the low pass lter cuto is turned up at
a rate specied by this control (if edited). Turning the control up increases
the attack time.
Decay/Release � This control species the time it takes for the low pass
lter to close down after a key is released (and depending on the selected
program, after the attack time).
Effects Controls
The Chorus and Reverb eects add eects are applied to
all programs and to both sides of a split keyboard.
Chorus � This eect thickens the sound as it makes one
voice sound like many. The knob controls the chorus
depth or “how much” chorus is applied.
Reverb � Reverberation is a simulation of a natural
space such as a room or hall. This knob controls the
reverb amount.
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Saving Your Control Settings
The settings of the six control knobs can be saved with the program
allowing you to customize the sound set. Note: Only programs in the
KEYS bank can be saved with modications. General MIDI programs
cannot be saved.
Set the controls the way you want them.1.
Press and hold the Select button, then press the Column button 2.
of the current program. Sto appears in the display indicating that
your custom settings have been stored with the program.
To Restore the Factory Knob Settings: ►
To restore all factory defaults, hold the select button and power on.1.
Select Button
Press this button to cycle
through the editing options,
then adjust the value using the
data slider. These settings aect
all programs and are automatically stored. While in edit
mode (any of the Select LEDs on), programs cannot be selected.
Program
This option allows you to access all 128 program change commands on the
internal synthesizer or an external MIDI synthesizer.
To Select a Program using the Data Slider: ►
Press the 1. Select button repeatedly until the Program LED is lit.
Select the desired program number2. using the data slider.
The program change command is transmitted a second after you stop 3.
moving the data slider.
Select
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System Menu
MIDI CC - Allows you to assign MIDI Continuous Controller numbers
to the data slider so it can be used as a performance control. After selecting
a CC channel, the slider will send data to the internal synthesizer as well as
sending MIDI CC data messages to an external MIDI synth or computer
application.
You can control these internal synthesizer parameters using the data slider.
Parameter MIDI Controller No.
Pan 10
Release (only) 72
Decay (only) 75
Global Aftertouch On/Off 85
Local Control On/Off 122
To Control Pan using the Data Slider: ►
Press the 1. Select button until CC Assign is selected.
Use the 2. Data Slider to select the MIDI controller number: 10 (Pan).
Press the 3. Select button repeatedly until none of the select LEDs are
lit.
Move the 4. Data Slider to adjust the Pan position.
MIDI Chn
Allows you to set the MIDI channel for the keyboard. Keyboard and
controller data will be transmitted on this channel.
If Split Mode is selected, the MIDI channel will be set for the currently
selected section (upper or lower). The upper and lower sections can each
transmit on a dierent MIDI channel. (In either Split or Layer mode.)
To Select a MIDI Channel: ►
Press the 1. Select button repeatedly until the MIDI Chn LED is lit.
Select the desired MIDI Channel 2. using the data slider.
Press 3. Select to exit the menu.
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Velo Curve
Selects 1 of the 8 velocity curves to customize the feel of the keyboard.
When playing a velocity-sensitive sound (such as a piano), select a curve
that provides the most natural response to your playing style.
The selected velocity curve modies the MIDI velocity data from the
keyboard to MIDI Out and the internal sound engine. It does NOT
modify incoming MIDI data.
Volume Control
This analog volume control adjusts the output volume for the main outputs
and both headphone outputs. It does not control MIDI volume or volume
to the wireless transmitter. To control volume to the PIPEline transmitter,
use the data slider set to controller #7.
Pitch & Mod Wheels
The pitch wheel is a spring-loaded controller for bending the pitch of notes
during performance.
The “mod” or modulation wheel usually controls the amount of vibrato
(LFO to pitch) during performance. The mod wheel also transmits on
MIDI CC 01.
Note: The mod wheel controls tremolo (LFO to volume) instead of
vibrato in some bank 7 programs.
1 - Linear: No change to
velocity
2 - Compressed: For hard
players
3 - Medium Velocity:
Compressed dynamics
4 - Compresser/Expander:
Low Values, then high
5 - Low Velo 1: Extreme
compression; Low values
6 - Low Velo 2: Extreme
compression; Low values
7 - Compressed: Top and
bottom ends cut
8 - Full Velocity: Only
outputs full velocity
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
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REAR PANEL
Control and Power
SUSTAIN
SWITCH
VOLUME
PEDAL
RIGHT
OUT
LEFT
OUT
DC IN 9V
DC 5V
BATTERY
USB
POWER
OFF
K
DC Power Input
Connect the supplied 5VDC @500mA power supply to this connector.
You don’t need to use the 5VDC supply if the keyboard is connected via
USB to your computer, or if running on battery power.
Power Switch
Power to the keyboard is controlled using a three-position slide switch.
Center � � � � � � Keyboard is O
USB Power � � � Keyboard is powered via USB power
DC 5V/Battery � Keyboard is powered via 5V DC Adapter or Batteries
Note: The 5V DC Adapter takes precedence if batteries are installed and
DC power is applied.
Output Jacks
The stereo output jacks carry low-impedance, line level signals (+6dBV,
unbalanced) designed to interface with most professional and consumer
audio gear.
DC 5V
BATTERY
USB
POWER
OFF
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Sustain Footswitch
This jack accepts an on/o type footswitch to sustain held keys.
Either a normally-open or normally-closed momentary footswitch can be
used, as the polarity is automatically sensed on power-up.
Control Footpedal
This jack accepts a continuously variable footpedal to control the output
volume. Most types of variable footpedals with a stereo plug can be used.
(Please refer to the wiring diagram shown below.) You can also use a variable
pedal that outputs 0-5 Volts DC at the tip of a mono phone plug.
Pedal Wiring Diagram
Sleeve
Tip
Ring
Sleeve
Tip
Ring
10K - 250K
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Tip
10K - 250K
5V
or
Kensington® Security Slot
You can secure your keyboard with a Kensington security cable to prevent
it from being stolen.
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Digital Connections
PIPEline Link Button & Channel Selector
These controls are used with the PIPEline wireless transceiver system. The
keyboard functions a transmitter only.
Setup: Set the channel number to match the channel set on the PIPEline
receiver, then press the Link button. The Link button will ash until the
two units are “paired.” The LED will now remain lit.
See the Wireless Audio Connection instructions.
USB Port
The USB Port is used to transmit MIDI data back and forth between the
keyboard and your computer. The USB cable also supplies power to the
unit. Therefore, the external power supply is not needed when a computer
is connected via USB.
MIDI Connections
These connections provide a way to connect to other MIDI equipment
to your system. MIDI Out can be used to transmit your keyboard performance to another MIDI instrument.
The keyboard can also be used as a MIDI interface for other MIDI gear
when connected to your computer via USB.
CONNECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
OFF
CH1 CH2
CH3
USB
MIDI OUT MIDI IN
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Windows XP and Vista
LONGboard and SHORTboard are class-compliant devices and Windows
will automatically detect and recognize them the rst time you plug in
the USB cable and turn the unit on. The keyboard will be listed as “USB
Audio Device” in the Windows XP Control Panel, Sounds & Audio Devices,
Audio, MIDI Music Playback. The MIDI interface section of the keyboard
will be listed as “USB Audio Device [2].” The USB connection provides
MIDI communication between the keyboard/MIDI interface and your
computer, as well as power to the keyboard.
Optional E-MU MIDI drivers are available at www.emu.com.support.
Installing the E-MU MIDI drivers will allow you to use the MIDI features
of your keyboard with more than one application at the same time (multiclient). See the instructions on the E-MU web site for detailed information.
Mac OSX
Driver installation is not required with Macintosh OSX. However you will
need to select the LONGboard or SHORTboard as a MIDI device in the
Audio/MIDI Setup window of the Utilities menu before you can use it
with other MIDI applications.
Set-up the MIDI Devices
Click Go -> Utilities from the menu bar.1.
Double-click Audio MIDI Setup, then click the MIDI Devices button 2.
if it’s not already selected. The window shown below appears.
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Click the 3. Add Device button. A new external device icon like the
one shown at right appears.
Double-click on the new external device 4.
if you want to set the MIDI Keyboard
Properties. You have the option to name
and change the icon for the device. Click
Apply, then click the Close button to
close the Properties window.
Connect the new external device to your MIDI Interface by dragging 5.
between the input and output connectors.
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APPENDIX
Troubleshooting
Problem:
Sustain pedal operation is reversed (the notes sustain when the pedal
isn’t pressed and stop sustaining when the pedal is pressed).
Solution:
The sustain pedal polarity is sensed on power-up. Don’t press the
sustain pedal during power-up or the sustain pedal operation may be
reversed.
Problem:
Interference from computer networking gear when using the PIPEline
receiver.
Solution:
Try using a dierent channel on the keyboard and PIPEline.
Problem:
Noticeable delay in the sound when playing a software virtual instrument or when recording the keyboard’s audio output.
Solution:
This delay is known as latency and can be adjusted by changing the
buer size setting in your recording application. Try to set the buer
size as low as possible without hearing clicks or pops in the audio
stream. Faster computers generally allow smaller buer size settings and
lower latency.
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