Roland A-300PRO-R, A-500PRO-R User Manual [ru]
Contents of the Package
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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 3; p. 5). These sections provide important
information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to
feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your
new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be
saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
The package of the A-300PRO/500PRO/800PRO (which we’ll subsequently refer to as the A-PRO) contains the following items. When you open the package, first make sure that all items are
included. If any are missing, contact the dealer where you purchased the A-PRO.
MIDI keyboard controller A-PRO
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* The photo show the A-500PRO.
A-PRO CD-ROM
This contains the A-PRO drivers.
* Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc.
Damaged or dirty discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a
commercially available CD cleaner.
Do not attempt to play back a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM in a conventional
audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause
permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components
may result.
USB cable
Use this cable to connect the A-PRO to the USB connector of your computer. For details
on connections, refer to “Installing the Driver” (p. 12).
* Please use only the included USB cable. If y ou require a replacement for the supplied
USB cable (for example due to damage or loss), please contact the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the separate sheet
titled “Information.”
Owner’s manual
This is the document you’re reading. Keep it at hand for reference when needed.
Ableton Live Lite Serial Number Card
The Ableton Live Lite serial number card contains a serial number that you will need
when you install Ableton Live Lite. This serial number cannot be reissued. Please take
care not to lose it.
For details on the installation procedure and other information, refer to http://
roland.cm/livelite. Please be aware that Roland does not provide support for Ableton
Live Lite.
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Copyright © 2010 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form
without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Roland and GS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse eects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specic thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the
case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or
warnings.The specic meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the triangle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general
cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be
carried out (are forbidden). The specic thing that must
not be done is indicated by the design contained within
the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that
the unit must never be disassembled.
About the Symbols
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
002c
• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its
AC adaptor.
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003
• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts
within it (except when this manual provides specific
instructions directing you to do so). Refer all
servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the separate sheet titled “Information.”
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007
• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is
level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on
stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
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004
• Never install the unit in any of the following locations.
• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating
duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are
• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are
• Subject to salt exposure; or are
•Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty or sandy; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.
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008b
• Use only the specified AC adaptor (sold separately),
and make sure the line voltage at the installation
matches the input voltage specified on the AC
adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a
different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their
use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.
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008e
• Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also,
the supplied power cord must not be used with
any other device.
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009
• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord,
nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can
damage the cord, producing severed elements
and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and
shock hazards!
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011
• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,
coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft
drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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012b
• Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC
adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by
your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or
an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the
separate sheet titled “Information” when:
• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the
plug has been damaged; or
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been
spilled onto the unit; or
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise
has become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance.
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013
• In households with small children, an adult should
provide supervision until the child is capable of
following all the rules essential for the safe
operation of the unit.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
012d
• Immediately turn the power off, and request
servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized Roland
distributor, as listed on the separate sheet titled
“Information” when:
• If smoke or unusual odor occurs
• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been
spilled onto the unit; or
• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise
has become wet); or
• The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance.
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014
• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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015
• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share
an outlet with an unreasonable number of other
devices. Be especially careful when using
extension cords—the total power used by all
devices you have connected to the extension
cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating
(watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive
loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat
up and eventually melt through.
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016
• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult
with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service
Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the separate sheet titled “Information.”
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023
• Do not attempt to play back a CD-ROM or DVDROM in a conventional audio CD player. Damage
to speakers or other system components may
result.
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101b
• The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so
their location or position does not interfere with
their proper ventilation.
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102c
• Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord
when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet
or this unit.
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103b
• At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC
adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all
dust and other accumulations away from its
prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the
power outlet whenever the unit is to remain
unused for an extended period of time. Any
accumulation of dust between the power plug and
the power outlet can result in poor insulation and
lead to fire.
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104
• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be
placed so they are out of the reach of children.
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106
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on
the unit.
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107c
• Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet
hands when plugging into, or unplugging from,
an outlet or this unit.
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108b
• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC
adaptor and all cords coming from external
devices.
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108c
• Disconnect all cords coming from external
devices before moving the unit.
109b
• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and
unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet.
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110b
• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning
in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the
outlet.
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* Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
206e
* The screen shots in this document are used in compliance
with the guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation.
206j
* Windows® is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows®
operating system.”
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* Apple, Macintosh, and Mac OS are registered trademarks of
Apple Inc.
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* All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
* MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent
portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which
was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL). Roland
has licensed this technology from the TPL Group.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
Power Supply
301
• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being
used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an
inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave
oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending
on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power
supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may
produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate
electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between
this unit and the electrical outlet.
302
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of
consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.
307
• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the
power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or
damage to speakers or other devices.
Placement
352a
• This device may interfere with radio and television reception.
Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
352b
• Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices,
such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit.
Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or
while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you
should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater
distance from this unit, or switch them off.
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices
that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or
otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat
can deform or discolor the unit.
355b
• When moved from one location to another where the
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets
(condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or
malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this
condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it
to stand for several hours, until the condensation has
completely evaporated.
358
• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard. This
can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing to
produce sound.
360
• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on
which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar
the surface.
You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to
prevent this from happening. If you do so, please make sure
that the unit will not slip or move accidentally.
Maintenance
401a
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or
one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove
stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, nonabrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit
thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to
avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Repairs and Data
452
• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory
may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data
should always be backed up in your computer, or written
down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is
taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such
as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we
regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and
Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
Additional Precautions
551
• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be
irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper
operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of
losing important data, we recommend that you periodically
save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the
unit’s memory in your computer.
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of
data that was stored in your computer once it has been lost.
Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss
of data.
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks
and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
554
• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
556
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will
avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal
elements.
558b
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s
volume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at
night).
559a
• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you
will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
561
• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5 or EV-7; sold
separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you
risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
CD-ROM and DVD-ROM handling
801
• Do not touch the data surface (the unprinted surface) of the
disc, or allow it to be scratched. Doing so may make the data
unreadable. If the disc gets dirty, clean it using a commercially
available disc cleaner.
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Contents
Contents of the Package................................................... 2
USING THE UNIT SAFELY................................................... 3
IMPORTANT NOTES........................................................... 5
Names of Things and What They Do................................ 8
Panel....................................................................................................................................................8
Side Panel ........................................................................................................................................11
Installing the Driver ........................................................12
Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista Users....................................................................12
Windows XP Users........................................................................................................................15
Mac OS X Users ..............................................................................................................................17
Verifying that Installation was Successful............................................................................19
Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows)..............................................19
Checking in GarageBand (Mac OS X)....................................................................20
Look what You Can Do with the A-PRO .........................21
Play.....................................................................................................................................................21
Use ACT ............................................................................................................................................21
Use Control Maps..........................................................................................................................21
Create Your Own Settings .........................................................................................................21
Using A-PRO Editor ......................................................... 22
Installing A-PRO Editor................................................................................................................22
Windows Users .............................................................................................................22
Mac OS X Users .............................................................................................................22
MIDI Port Assignments ...............................................................................................................23
Windows Users .............................................................................................................23
Mac OS X Users .............................................................................................................23
Items in the Windows..................................................................................................................24
Main Window ................................................................................................................24
Message Assignment Window................................................................................24
Keyboard Set Window ...............................................................................................26
Menus ...............................................................................................................................................27
File Menu ........................................................................................................................27
Edit Menu .......................................................................................................................27
Options Menu ...............................................................................................................27
Help Menu......................................................................................................................27
Keyboard Shortcuts .....................................................................................................................28
Using Control Maps .....................................................................................................................29
Assigning MIDI Messages.........................................................................................29
Checking the Assigned MIDI Messages...............................................................30
Receiving a Control Map from the A-PRO ..........................................................31
Transmitting a Control Map to the A-PRO..........................................................31
Saving a Control Map on Your Computer............................................................................32
Loading a Control Map that was Saved on Your Computer .........................................32
Message Parameters...................................................................................................33
Using Keyboard Sets....................................................................................................................40
Receiving a Keyboard Set .........................................................................................40
Transmitting a Keyboard Set...................................................................................40
Performing (Play Mode) ................................................. 41
Playing the Keyboard..................................................................................................................41
Convenient Performance Functions......................................................................................41
Specifying the Current Channel (MIDI Transmit Channel).............................................42
MIDI Channel.................................................................................................................42
Selecting Sounds (PROGRAM CHANGE/BANK)..................................................................43
PROGRAM CHANGE ....................................................................................................43
Bank Select (BANK)......................................................................................................43
Selecting the UPPER and LOWER Sounds............................................................................44
Selecting the UPPER Sound.....................................................................................44
Selecting the LOWER Sound....................................................................................44
Layering Two Sounds (DUAL)...................................................................................................45
Playing Two Sounds Separately (SPLIT)................................................................................45
Adjusting the Playing Dynamics (VELOCITY)......................................................................46
Specifying a Fixed Velocity (KEY VELOCITY) ......................................................46
Changing the Keyboard Touch (VELOCITY CURVE) ........................................46
Muting the Controller Values (PRM MUTE)..........................................................................47
PRM MUTE......................................................................................................................47
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Contents
Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode) ......................... 48
Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard.........................................................48
Note Assignments.......................................................................................................49
Aftertouch Assignment .............................................................................................50
Control Change Assignment ...................................................................................51
Program Change Assignment.................................................................................52
RPN/NRPN Assignment .............................................................................................53
Tempo Assignment.....................................................................................................54
Convenient Functions.................................................................................................................56
Copying an Assignment............................................................................................56
Clearing an Assignment (NO ASSIGN)..................................................................56
System Settings (EDIT Mode) .........................................57
LCD Contrast Setting...................................................................................................................59
LCD CONTRAST.............................................................................................................59
Keyboard-related Settings.........................................................................................................60
KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE ..................................................................................60
KEYBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE...........................................................................61
KEYBOARD PORT SET..................................................................................................61
KEYBOARD ACTIVE PART...........................................................................................62
TRANSPOSE....................................................................................................................62
SHIFT KEY LATCH .........................................................................................................62
Pad-related Settings ....................................................................................................................63
PAD VELOCITY CURVE................................................................................................63
PAD AFTERTOUCH CURVE........................................................................................63
Clock-related Settings.................................................................................................................64
MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF...................................................................................................64
MIDI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO ................................................................................64
MIDI CLOCK OUTPUT PORT......................................................................................64
USB-related Settings....................................................................................................................65
ADVANCED DRIVER MODE.......................................................................................65
MIDI-related Settings...................................................................................................................66
MIDI I/F SWITCH ...........................................................................................................66
MIDI MERGE DESTINATION ......................................................................................67
Control Map Settings...................................................................................................................68
STARTUP MEMORY......................................................................................................68
[VALUE] knob Settings................................................................................................................68
FUNCTION ......................................................................................................................68
Other Settings................................................................................................................................69
H-ACTIVITY ON/OFF....................................................................................................69
L9 FUNCTION.................................................................................................................69
OMNI ................................................................................................................................70
FACTORY RESET............................................................................................................70
Making the Power Automatically Turn Off After a Time (AUTO OFF).......70
Appendices...................................................................... 71
Two MIDI Ports...............................................................................................................................71
Connecting the A-PRO Directly to a Sound Module ........................................................72
About Standard Driver Mode...................................................................................................73
Installing the Standard Driver.................................................................................73
Input/output Device Settings .................................................................................73
Troubleshooting ............................................................. 74
Problems when Installing the Driver.....................................................................................74
Problems with Settings...............................................................................................................76
Problems when Playing..............................................................................................................77
Other Problems .............................................................................................................................79
MIDI Implementation Chart ........................................... 82
Main Specifications......................................................... 83
Index ................................................................................ 84
Controlling SONAR or SONAR LE from the
A-PRO Series.................................................................... 87
Using an A-PRO Series Unit to Control Logic Pro/Express
or GarageBand ................................................................ 89
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Names of Things and What They Do
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This shows a variety of information, such as the current state.
Indication Summary
Alphanumeric
characters
PRM MUTE
CTRL MAP
PGM CHANGE
MIDI CH
USER ASSIGN
When you operate a controller, the value of the parameter assigned to that
controller is shown for a certain duration. Information such as the MIDI channel and program change is also shown.
When the cursor is located here, moving a controller will not transmit MIDI
messages (p. 47).
When the cursor is located here, you can turn the [VALUE] knob to switch
between control maps stored in the A-PRO (p. 21).
When the cursor is located here, you can turn the [VALUE] knob to transmit a program change on the current channel (p. 43).
When the cursor is located here, you can turn the [VALUE] knob to
change the MIDI channel on which the keyboard or bender lever will transmit (p. 42).
When the cursor is located here, you can turn the [VALUE] knob to
change the value of a user-assigned parameter (p. 68).
[VALUE] knob, [ENTER] button
2
2
2
You can turn the [VALUE] knob to change the MIDI channel, switch program changes
or control maps, or change the value of a user-specified parameter.
In EDIT mode, use the [VALUE] knob to select an item or edit its value.
When this knob is pressed, it functions as the [ENTER] button.
[ACT] button
3
Press the [ACT] button if you’re using SONAR or software compatible with ACT (Active
Controller Technology) (p. 21).
You can use controllers [B1]–[B4], [R1]–[R9], [L1]–[L9], [S1]–[S9], and [A1]–[A8] to
operate SONAR or your ACT-compatible software.
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Names of Things and What They Do
5
6
7
8
9
[ ] button, [ ] button
4
You can use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor that is shown at CTRL MAP,
PGM CHANGE, MIDI CH, or USER ASSIGN in the display.
Controllers [B1]–[B4] (button)
You can assign any desired MIDI messages to these buttons.
0 “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)
[SPLIT] button, [DUAL] button, [LOWER] button, [UPPER] button
[SPLIT] button
Use this button to split the keyboard into right (UPPER) and left (LOWER) areas so that
you can play a different sound in each area.
[DUAL] button
Use this button to play two sounds layered.
[LOWER] button
Use this button to play the LOWER part.
[UPPER] button
Use this button to play the UPPER part.
[SHIFT] button
When you’re in PLAY mode (p. 41), you can hold down the [SHIFT] button and use
controllers [B1]–[B4], the [DUAL]/[LOWER]/[UPPER] buttons, the [TRANSPOSE] button,
and the OCTAVE [–] [+] buttons as a numeric keypad. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and
press the [SPLIT] button for backspace.
Bender lever
10
Use this to change the pitch or apply vibrato.
You can also assign a desired MIDI message to this lever as a controller.
0 “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)
[TRANSPOSE] button
This button lets you shift the pitch of the keyboard up or down in steps of a semitone.
0 “TRANSPOSE” (p. 62)
OCTAVE [–] [+] buttons
These buttons let you shift the pitch of the keyboard up or down in steps of one octave.
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Names of Things and What They Do
13
14
15
11
12
12
fig.Panel-Top.eps
10
Controllers [R1]–[R9] (knobs)
11
You can assign the desired MIDI messages to these knobs.
0 “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)
Controllers [L1]–[L8] (button)
You can assign the desired MIDI messages to these buttons.
0 “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)
[HOLD] button
13
This button turns Hold on/off (a function that sustains the note even after you release
the [A1]–[A8] pad).
Alternatively, you can assign a desired MIDI message to this button or use it to turn
V-LINK on/off instead of using it as Hold.
0 “L9 FUNCTION” (p. 69)
V-LINK
V-LINK ( ) is a function that allows music and images to be performed
together. By using MIDI to connect two or more V-LINK compatible devices, you can
easily enjoy a wide range of visual effects that are linked to the expressive elements of
a music performance.
Controllers [S1]–[S9] (sliders)
14
You can assign the desired MIDI messages to these sliders.
0 “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)
Controllers [A1]–[A8] (pads)
15
You can assign the desired MIDI messages to these pads.
0 “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)
These pads can transmit velocity values that correspond to the force with which you
pressed the pad, or aftertouch values.
Side Panel
18
19
20
21
22
17
16
19
21
22
Names of Things and What They Do
fig.Panel-Side.eps
DC IN jack
16
You can connect a separately sold AC adaptor here. If you want to purchase an AC
adaptor, contact the retailer from whom you purchased the product, or the nearest
Roland Service Center.
[Power] switch
17
DC Power on using the AC adaptor
OFF Power off
Power on with the USB cable connected
USB
• When not connected to a computer, the unit will automatically be switched off four
hours after you stop playing or operating it (AUTO OFF function).
If you do not want the power to be turned off automatically, disengage the AUTO
OFF function (p. 70).
USB (i.e., bus power) can be used when the A-PRO is connected to your computer
via a USB cable. The power is supplied from the computer via the USB cable.
* The A-PRO might not operate on bus power with some computers. In this case,
please use the separately sold AC adaptor.
* Any settings that you are in the process of editing will be lost when the power is
turned off. If you have any settings that you want to keep, you should save them
beforehand.
* To restore power, turn the power on again.
USB connector
18
Use this to connect the A-PRO to your computer via a USB cable.
[MIDI MERGE] switch
This switch turns the Merge function on/off for messages from MIDI IN.
0 “MIDI MERGE DESTINATION” (p. 67)
MIDI IN/OUT connectors
20
You can connect these connectors to the MIDI connectors of other MIDI equipment to
transmit and receive MIDI messages.
0 “MIDI-related Settings” (p. 66)
HOLD (P1) jack, EXPRESSION (P2) jack
Connect the appropriate type of pedal to each of these connectors.
HOLD
EXPRESSION
You can also assign any desired MIDI message to these controllers.
0 “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)
* Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5 or EV-7; sold separately). By
connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or
damage to the unit.
Connect a pedal switch (DP-2, DP-10; sold separately) here and use it as a
Hold pedal.
Connect an expression pedal (EV-5, EV-7; sold separately) here and use it to
control the sound or volume in real time.
Security slot ( )
http://www.kensington.com/
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Installing the Driver
1.
2.
Install driver
Windows 8 /
Windows 7 /
Windows Vista
P. 12
P. 19
P. 15
P. 19
P. 17
P. 20
Windows XP Mac OS X
Check
To open the Control Panel Windows 8 users
1. On the Start screen, click the Desktop.
2. Move the mouse pointer to the upper right or lower right corner of the
screen to display the charms.
* On touch-enabled PCs, swipe from the right side of the screen to display the
charms.
3. Click [Settings] and display the “Settings charms.”
4. In “Settings charms,” click [Control Panel] to open the “Control Panel.”
A driver is software that transfers data between the A-PRO and the application software
on your computer when the A-PRO is connected to your computer.
Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista Users
Refer to the Roland website for the latest drivers and information about compatibility
with the latest operating system versions.
http://www.roland.com/support/
The procedure for installation and checking will depend on your system. Perform the
following two steps to install and check the driver.
fig.H_install.eps
Steps to be performed on the A-PRO keyboard itself are marked by a
Operation of the A-PRO
are told to do so.
* The example screen shots included here are taken from Windows 7.
symbol. Don’t connect the A-PRO to your computer until you
1 With the A-PRO disconnected, start up Windows.
Disconnect all USB cables from your computer, with the exception of those for a
USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).
Windows 8 users
Switch to the “Desktop.”
2 Close all currently running software.
3 Insert the included A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
4 In the [Driver] folder within the CD-ROM, double-click the [Setup]
icon to start up the installer.
Windows 8/Windows 7 users
Open “Control Panel,” click “System and Security,” and then click [System].
If the Control Panel shows the icon view, click [System].
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Installing the Driver
Operation of the A-PRO
Operation of the A-PRO
Operation of the A-PRO
Windows Vista users
Open “Control Panel,” click [System and Maintenance], and then click [System].
If the Control Panel shows the classic view, double-click the “System” icon.
5 A user account control confirmation screen will appear.
Click [Yes] or [Continue].
fig.win7uac_e.eps
6 The screen will indicate “A-PRO Driver will be installed on your
computer.” Click [Next].
If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message.
7 To begin the installation, click [Next] once again. Installation will
begin.
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If a Windows security dialog box appears, click [Install].
8 Turn the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch OFF.
9 When the screen indicates “Ready to install the
driver,” use a USB cable to connect the A-PRO to your computer.
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If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message.
10 Set the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch to USB.
The driver will be installed automatically.
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Installing the Driver
11 When the installation is completed, the “A-PRO Driver Setup” dialog
box will indicate “Installation has been completed.”
Click [Close] to close the “A-PRO Driver Setup” dialog box.
If the “System Settings Change” dialog box appears, click [Yes]. Windows will
automatically restart.
Now let’s check to make sure that installation was successful.
0 “Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows)” (p. 19)
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Windows XP Users
Operation of the A-PRO
Operation of the A-PRO
Operation of the A-PRO
Operation of the A-PRO
Steps to be performed on the A-PRO keyboard itself are marked by a symbol. Don’t connect the A-PRO to your computer until you are told to do so.
Installing the Driver
1 With the A-PRO disconnected, start up Windows.
Disconnect all USB cables from your computer, with the exception of those for a
USB keyboard and USB mouse (if used).
2 Close all currently running software.
3 Insert the included A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
4 On the CD-ROM, open the [Driver] folder and double-click the
[Setup] icon.
If you get a message saying “The operating system you are using is not supported”
or saying that the application is invalid, check the version of your operating
system.
If the “Install Program As Other User” dialog box appears, click [Cancel] to
terminate the installation, log on to Windows using an administrator account, and
perform the installation once again.
5 The screen will indicate “A-PRO Driver will be installed on your
computer.” Click [Next].
If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message.
6 To begin the installation, click [Next].
fig.xpdrv2-e.eps_27
If the “Software Installation” dialog box appears, click [Continue Anyway] to
continue the installation.
If you are unable to proceed, click [OK] in the dialog box to terminate the
installation. Then change the setting as described in “Driver signing options
setting (Windows XP)” (p. 80), and perform the installation once again.
7 Set the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch to OFF.
8 When the “Ready to install the driver” message
appears, use a USB cable to connect the A-PRO to your computer.
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If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message.
9 Set the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch to USB.
The indication “Found New Hardware” will appear in the lower right corner of your
screen.
* It may take between ten seconds to several minutes for the “Found New Hardware
Wizard” to appear.
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Installing the Driver
10 If you are asked whether you want to connect to Windows Update,
choose [No, not this time] and click [Next].
fig.xpwupd-e.eps
11 Choose [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], and
click [Next].
fig.xpdrv6-e.eps
12 If the “Hardware Installation” dialog box appears, click [Continue
Anyway] to continue the installation.
fig.xpdrv7-e.eps
If you are unable to proceed, click [OK] in the dialog box to terminate the
installation. Then change the setting as described in “Driver signing options
setting (Windows XP)” (p. 80), and perform the installation once again.
13 The screen will indicate “Completing the Found New Hardware
Wizard.” Click [Finish].
14 When installation is complete, the “A-PRO Driver Setup” dialog box
will indicate “Installation has been completed.”
Click [Close] to close the “A-PRO Driver Setup” dialog box.
If the “System Settings Change” dialog box appears, click [Yes] to restart Windows.
Now let’s check to make sure that installation was successful.
This completes driver installation and settings.
0 “Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows)” (p. 19)
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Operation of the A-PRO
Operation of the A-PRO
Operation of the A-PRO
Operation of the A-PRO
Mac OS X Users
Steps to be performed on the A-PRO keyboard itself are marked by a symbol. Don’t connect the A-PRO to your computer until you are told to do so.
Installing the Driver
* If a dialog box requesting a password appears during installation, enter a computer
administrator’s user name and password and click the [Install Software] button or
[OK] button.
* What you actually see on the screen may differ depending on your system.
1 With the A-PRO disconnected, start up your computer.
Disconnect all USB cables from your computer, with the exception of those for a
USB keyboard and USB mouse.
2 Close all currently running software.
3 Insert the included A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
4 On the CD-ROM, open the [Driver] folder and double-click the
[APRO_USBDriver] icon to start the installer.
A message concerned with checking whether installation is possible may appear.
If so, click [Continue].
If a message indicating that installation is not possible appears, check the
operating system you’re using, and perform step 4.
5 The screen will indicate “Welcome to the A-PRO Driver Installer.”
Click [Continue].
fig.osx-install-e.eps
8 In the next screen, click [Continue Installation].
9 When installation is completed, click [Restart] to restart your
computer.
* It may take some time for your computer to restart.
10 Set the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch to OFF.
11 When your computer has restarted, use a USB
cable to connect the A-PRO to your computer.
12 Set the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch to USB.
13 Double-click [Audio MIDI Settings] (/Applications/Utility) to start it
up.
14 Access the dialog box.
Mac OS X 10.6 or later
From the [Window] menu, choose [Show MIDI Window] to open “MIDI Studio”
Mac OS X 10.5 or earlier
Click the [MIDI Devices] tab.
6 If the screen asks you to select a destination, click your start-up disk
7 When the display asks you to select the type of installation, click
to select it, and then click [Continue].
[Install] or [Upgrade].
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Installing the Driver
15 Verify that [A-PRO] is shown in the “MIDI Studio” or “Audio MIDI
Settings” dialog box.
fig.osxaudiomidi1-e.eps
If the A-PRO is not shown or is grayed-out, the A-PRO has not been recognized
correctly. Try clicking [Rescan MIDI]. You can also try disconnecting the USB cable
connected to the A-PRO, then re-connecting it.
16 Click [Add Device] five times.
fig.osxadddevice-e.eps
Five [New Device] items will appear.
17 Specify the device name for each [New Device].
1. Select the [New Device] you added, and click [Show Info].
2. Enter the name in the [Device Name] field. For each [New Device],
fig.osxnewdevice-e.eps
enter the following names.
New Device Device Name
First A-PRO MIDI OUT
Second A-PRO
Third A-PRO MIDI IN
Fourth A-PRO 1
Fifth A-PRO 2
18 Use the mouse to drag between the H and I symbols (representing
input and output, respectively) of [A-PRO] and each [New Device] so
that they are connected as shown in the illustration below.
fig.osxmidiset-e.eps_32
19 Close the “MIDI Studio” dialog box or “Audio MIDI Setup” dialog
box.
Now let’s check to make sure that installation was successful.
0 “Checking in GarageBand (Mac OS X)” (p. 20)
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Verifying that Installation was Successful
Proceed as follows to verify that the driver was installed correctly.
We will use SONAR LE as an example for Windows, and GarageBand as an example for Mac OS X.
Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows)
Installing the Driver
Here’s an example using a plug-in synth included with SONAR LE. The procedure or
screens may differ if you’re using a different version.
1 Start up SONAR LE.
2 From the [EDIT] menu, click [Preferences...], and from the left menu
click [Devices] in the MIDI field.
The screen in which MIDI input/output devices are selected appears.
3 Choose the following MIDI devices in the [Inputs] and [Outputs]
fields.
Inputs Outputs
A-PRO MIDI IN
A-PRO 1
A-PRO 2
If you’re unable to select A-PRO as an input/output device, it may be that a
problem has occurred.
Refer to “Problems with Settings” in the Troubleshooting section (p. 76).
A-PRO
A-PRO MIDI OUT
4 Click [Apply], then [Close] to close the Preferences dialog box.
5 In the [File] menu, click [New].
The “New Project File” dialog box will appear.
6 In the “Template” area, choose [Normal]; then enter a project name
in the “Name” field and click [OK].
fig.sonarnew.eps
7 In the [Insert] menu, choose [Soft Synths] and then [Square I].
8 In the “Insert Soft Synth Options” dialog box, select the [Synth
Property Page] option in the [Open These Windows] area, and click
[OK].
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9 Play the A-PRO’s keyboard.
If the MIDI monitor in the taskbar responds and you hear the sound of the synth, the
A-PRO is correctly connected to your computer.
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Installing the Driver
Checking in GarageBand (Mac OS X)
GarageBand is software that is included with Apple’s iLife.
Here, the explanation assumes that you’re using GarageBand ‘11. The steps or screens
may be different if you’re using a different version.
1 In the [Applications] folder, double-click [GarageBand].
2 When GarageBand has started up, click the [File] menu item [New].
3 In the “New Project” screen, assign a name and click [Create].
fig.garageband_e.eps
4 Play the A-PRO’s keyboard.
If you hear the Grand Piano sound that’s assigned to the GarageBand track, the A-PRO
is correctly connected to your computer.
If you don’t hear sound, check the following points.
• From the [GarageBand] menu, click [Preferences]. If MIDI input is not detected in
the [Audio/MIDI] tab’s “MIDI Status” field, it may be that a problem has occurred.
Please refer to “Problems with setup” in the Troubleshooting section (p. 76).
• In “System Preferences,” choose the [Sound]-[Output] tab. Make sure that your
computer’s main volume is not turned down or muted. Also make sure that internal
audio is selected.
•If you’re using headphones, make sure that they are correctly connected to your
computer’s headphone jack.
• If you have an audio interface that’s connected to your computer, refer to the
owner’s manual of your device to make sure that your audio interface is connected
correctly.
If you don’t hear sound in software other than GarageBand, you’ll need to make MIDI
and audio input/output settings. Make the following settings for MIDI input/output.
Input device Output device
A-PRO MIDI IN
A-PRO 1
A-PRO 2
A-PRO
A-PRO MIDI OUT
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Look what You Can Do with the A-PRO
What is ACT?
ACT (Active Controller Technology) is functionality that lets you control SONAR
from an external device such as the A-PRO. This lets you control the plug-in effect
or plug-in synthesizer that’s active in SONAR without having to make timeconsuming settings.
About Control Maps
A Control Map is an object that describes how MIDI settings are assigned to the
various controllers.
By using Control Maps, you can easily switch to the settings you need for a
particular environment, making it easier for you to use a variety of different
software programs.
Play
When playing the A-PRO’s keyboard, you can select sounds in your sound module from
the A-PRO. You can also play two sounds together (DUAL) or separately (SPLIT).
For details, refer to “Performing (Play Mode)” (p. 41).
Use ACT
If you’re using SONAR, you can use the A-PRO as a controller for SONAR simply by
pressing the A-PRO’s [ACT] button to turn it on.
For details, refer to SONAR’s online help.
Use Control Maps
The A-PRO provides 19 control maps, and you can control a variety of software simply
by switching between them.
For details, refer to the separate Control Map Guide.
Create Your Own Settings
The A-PRO provides 44 controllers; you can freely assign a MIDI message to each
controller.
For details, refer to “Using A-PRO Editor” (p. 22).
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Using A-PRO Editor
A-PRO Editor is software that lets you create control maps (p. 21) for the A-PRO series
on your computer, and make settings for the keyboard. The graphical screen makes it
easy to edit the values (settings).
fig.editor-mainwindow-e+.eps_39
The A-PRO has a total of 44 controllers: [B1]–[B4], [R1]–[R9], [L1]–[L9], [S1]–[S9], [A1]–
[A8], HOLD (P1), EXPRESSION (P2), BENDER, MODULATION, and AFTERTOUCH. You can
freely assign any MIDI message to be controlled by each controller.
The 44 message assignments for these controllers are collectively called a “control
map.”
Simple assignments of MIDI messages can be made on the A-PRO keyboard itself
without using the editor software. However, A-PRO Editor also allows you to transfer
control map data in and out of the A-PRO keyboard, to edit control map data, and also
to save or load control map settings as SMF format data.
0 “Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard” (p. 48)
Installing A-PRO Editor
Windows Users
1 Insert the included A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2 On the CD-ROM, open the [EDITOR] folder and double-click [SETUP]
to start the installer.
3 The screen “Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for A-PRO Editor
Setup” will appear. Click [Next].
4 When the “Please Read” screen appears, read the contents, and if
you consent, click [Yes].
You cannot install A-PRO Editor unless you consent to the terms.
5 A dialog box will allow you to specify the installation location.
Simply click [Next].
6 Verify the contents of the “Confirmation of installation” screen, and
then click [Next].
Copying of the files will begin.
7 When copying is completed, click [Finish].
This completes installation of the A-PRO Editor.
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Mac OS X Users
1 Insert the included A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2 From the CD-ROM’s [Editor] folder, drag the [A-PRO Editor] folder
and drop it into your Mac’s [Applications] folder to copy it.
This completes installation of the A-PRO Editor.
MIDI Port Assignments
What is a MIDI port?
A MIDI port is a port used to transfer MIDI messages between your computer
and the A-PRO.
Input ports
The output destination of the MIDI messages transmitted when you operate
the A-PRO’s sliders, knobs, and buttons can be specified separately for each
controller. For details, refer to “Two MIDI Ports” (p. 71).
Output ports
In order to transmit a control map created using A-PRO Editor to the A-PRO,
you must choose [A-PRO] as the output port.
Input port Explanation
A-PRO MIDI IN Receives data that’s input via the A-PRO’s MIDI IN connector.
A-PRO 1
Receives data from A-PRO sliders, knobs, or buttons that are
assigned to “PORT 1.”
A-PRO 2
Receives data from A-PRO sliders, knobs, or buttons that are
assigned to “PORT 2.”
When receiving bulk data from the A-PRO, choose [A-PRO 2]
as the input port.
Output port Explanation
A-PRO MIDI OUT
Transmits MIDI messages to MIDI devices connected to the
A-PRO’s MIDI OUT connector.
A-PRO
Transmits MIDI messages to the A-PRO.
When transmitting bulk data from the A-PRO, choose [A-PRO]
as the output port.
In order to transfer control maps between A-PRO Editor and the A-PRO keyboard, you’ll
need to specify the MIDI ports used by A-PRO Editor.
* If the A-PRO is connected via USB, the ports will be as follows. If you’re using a MIDI
connection, specify the MIDI input port and MIDI output port of the MIDI device to
which the A-PRO is connected, instead of “A-PRO 2” and “A-PRO.”
Using A-PRO Editor
Windows Users
1 Use a USB cable to connect the A-PRO to your computer, then switch
on the A-PRO’s power.
2 Click the Windows [Start], then successively click [All Programs],
[A-PRO Editor], and [A-PRO Editor] to start up A-PRO Editor.
3 In A-PRO Editor, click the [Options] menu item [MIDI Devices].
fig.editor-device-e.eps
4 In the MIDI Devices dialog box,
specify the MIDI devices as shown
in the illustration.
5 Click [OK] to close the dialog box.
Mac OS X Users
1 Use a USB cable to connect the A-PRO to your computer, then switch
on the A-PRO’s power.
2 Double-click [A-PRO Editor] (/Applications/A-PRO Editor/) to start up
A-PRO Editor.
3 In A-PRO Editor, click the [Options] menu command [MIDI Devices].
4 In the MIDI Devices dialog box, specify the MIDI devices as follows.
Input port A-PRO 2
Output port A-PRO
5 Click [OK] to close the dialog box.
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Using A-PRO Editor
2
1
2
3
4
6
5
1
2
Items in the Windows
Main Window
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1
3
1
2
3
4
Title
You can assign a name to the control map you’re editing. Only single-byte
alphanumeric characters can be entered for the control map name. The name you
enter here is shown as the title of the HTML file that’s exported by the [File] menu
command [Export Assign List].
Controllers
Here you can click to select the controller to which you want to assign a MIDI message.
When you move the mouse over a controller (a clickable area), the mouse cursor will
change to a . Now you can click the controller to open the Assign Message window.
[Control Map] dropdown list
Here’s where you select the number of the control map that you want to edit.
For details, refer to “Receiving a Control Map from the A-PRO” (p. 31), and
“Transmitting a Control Map to the A-PRO” (p. 31).
Message Assignment Window
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8
* The items in the window will differ depending on the controller and on the type of
message being assigned.
Controller name
This shows the name of the controller you’re editing.
Assign Message selection list
Here you can select the type of MIDI message to be assigned to the controller.
Menu Explanation
NO ASSIGN No MIDI message will be assigned
Channel Message Channel messages (CC, note, etc.)
System Realtime/F6 System realtime message or F6 (Tune Request)
System Ex. System exclusive message of up to 24 bytes
Free Message Any MIDI message of up to 24 bytes (multiple messages are allowed)
Tempo Tempo control
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[Transmit], [Receive]
4
Click [Transmit] to save a control map to the A-PRO, overwriting existing content. Click
[Receive] to load a control map from the A-PRO.
Using A-PRO Editor
4
8
Message assignment area
3
Here you can specify the value of various parameters for the MIDI message you
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selected in the Assign Message selection list
.
For details on the parameters of each MIDI message, refer to “Message Parameters” (p.
33)
Output Port
This specifies the USB port from which the MIDI messages will be transmitted to a USBconnected computer.
Port Explanation
Port 1 MIDI messages will be transmitted to “A-PRO 1.”
Port 2 MIDI messages will be transmitted to “A-PRO 2.”
Port 1+2 MIDI messages will be transmitted to both “A-PRO 1” and “A-PRO 2.”
Button Mode
5
If the controller is a button, this specifies the button mode.
Mode Explanation
Unlatch Turns on when you press the button; turns off when you release it.
Latch Alternately turns on/off each time you press the button.
Each time you press the button, the value will be incremented by one
(or decremented by one if the maximum value is below the minimum
Increase
value). When the value reaches the maximum value (minimum value),
it will jump back to the minimum value (maximum value).
* This cannot be selected if the message type is Note.
Name
7
You can enter a name to describe the function you’ve assigned to the controller; this
name is shown in the A-PRO’s display. Up to sixteen single-byte alphanumeric
characters can be entered. The name you enter here is shown in the “PARAMETER” field
of the HTML file exported by the [File] menu command [Export Assign List].
Virtual Center Click
If the c ont roll er y ou’r e ed itin g is [R1] –[R 9] o r [S1 ]–[ S9], you can m ake virt ual cent er c lick
settings (p. 55).
This broadens the range in which the center value is transmitted.
Mode Explanation
OFF No insensitive range in the center
ON Insensitive range in the center
Aftertouch mode (AFT Mode)
6
If the controller you’re editing is [A1]–[A8], you can specify the aftertouch setting.
Mode Explanation
OFF No aftertouch
Channel Pressure Transmitted as channel pressure messages
Polyphonic Key Pressure Transmitted as polyphonic key pressure messages.
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Using A-PRO Editor
6 7
1 2 3 4 5
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What is a Keyboard Set?
Keyboard-related settings such as the MIDI channel and split point for the
UPPER and LOWER parts, and the octave settings, are collectively called a
“keyboard set.”
You can use A-PRO Editor to make keyboard set settings and store them to the
[SPLIT]/[DUAL]/[LOWER] buttons.
* Keyboard sets cannot be stored on your computer.
1
2
4
6
Keyboard Set Window
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Keyboard range settings
5
Specify the lower limit of the UPPER part and the upper limit of the LOWER part.
[Transmit], [Receive]
Click [Transmit] if you want to save a keyboard set on the A-PRO. Click [Receive] if you
want to load a keyboard set from the A-PRO.
Setting buttons
7
Specify the button ([SPLIT]/[DUAL]/[LOWER]) for which you are assigning a keyboard
set.
[Close]
8
Closes the Keyboard Set window.
Octave shift
Specifies the octave of the UPPER and LOWER parts.
Transpose
Specifies the transposition of the keyboard.
MIDI Channel
3
Specifies the MIDI channel of the UPPER and LOWER parts.
Active Part
Specifies the part(s) to which the [VALUE] knob, BENDER, MODULATION, AFTERTOUCH,
HOLD, or EXPRESSION will apply.
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Menus
Using A-PRO Editor
File Menu
New
Open
Save
Save As
Export Assign List
View Assign list Displays the assigned MIDI messages in your Web browser.
Recently Used Files Shows the names of the recently used files.
Edit Menu
Copy Copies the setting of the selected controller to the clipboard.
Paste Pastes the setting from the clipboard to the selected controller.
No Assign Sets the MIDI assignment of the selected controller to No Assign.
Menu Explanation
Creates a new control map.
The new control map will ha ve no MIDI messages assigned to any of
the controllers.
Loads a control map that was saved in SMF format. For details, refer
to “Loading a Control Map that was Saved on Your Computer” (p. 32).
Saves the control map currently being edited by overwriting the
SMF.
Saves the control map currently being edited in SMF format with the
name you specify. For details, refer to “Loading a Control Map that
was Saved on Your Computer” (p. 32).
Exports an HTML-format list of the messages assigned to each controller of the control map currently being edited.
* The HTML file created by this command cannot be loaded by
means of the [File] menu command [Open].
Menu Explanation
Options Menu
Menu Explanation
Show Keyboard Panel
MIDI Devices
Show Messages
Help Menu
Menu Explanation
About Displays the version of A-PRO Editor.
Changes the settings of the [LOWER], [DUAL], or [SPLIT] keyboard
set.
Specifies the MIDI ports used to communicate with the A-PRO keyboard.
For details, refer to “MIDI Port Assignments” (p. 23).
Shows the MIDI message settings assigned to each controller in the
main window of A-PRO Editor. For details, refer to “Checking t he Assigned MIDI Messages” (p. 30).
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Using A-PRO Editor
Keyboard Shortcuts
You can use the following keyboard shortcuts with A-PRO Editor.
Command
[File]–[New] Ctrl + N Command + N
[File]–[Open] Ctrl + O Command + O
[File]–[Save] Ctrl + S Command + S
[File]–[Save As] Ctrl + Shift + S Command + Shift + S
[File]–[Exit] Alt + F4 Command + Q
[Edit]–[Copy] Ctrl + C Command + C
[Edit]–[Paste] Ctrl + V Command + V
[Edit]–[NO ASSIGN] Del Del
Next controller Ctrl + F Command + F
Previous controller Ctrl + B Command + B
Key
(Windows)
Key
(Mac OS X)
In text boxes such as the Title field of the main window, keyboard shortcuts for the
[Edit] menu commands [Copy] and [Paste] can be used on the text.
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Using Control Maps
Assigning MIDI Messages
Using A-PRO Editor
Here’s how to assign a MIDI message to each controller.
fig.editor-assign1.eps
1 In the main window, click the
controller to which you want to
assign a MIDI message.
fig.editor-assign2.eps
2 In the message assignment
window, use the Assign Message
field to select the type of MIDI
message you want to assign.
fig.editor-assign3.eps
3 According to the type of MIDI
message you selected, use the
fields of the message assignment
area to specify the parameters.
For details on the parameters, refer to
“Message Parameters” (p. 33).
fig.editor-assign4.eps
4 In the Output Port field, specify
the MIDI output port.
5 If desired, enter a name in the
Name field.
6 Click [OK].
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