Roland 5100009796-02, A-800PRO, A-500PRO, A-300PRO, A-PRO User Manual

Contents of the Package

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.

CD-ROM, DVD-ROM (one each)

A-PRO CD-ROM

This contains the A-PRO drivers.

Cakewalk Production Plus Pack DVD-ROM

Cakewalk Production Plus Pack, packed with a lavish array of high-quality music production tools, is included.

* 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 you 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.

Cakewalk Production Plus Pack installation guide

This explains the installation and user registration process for the software included on the Cakewalk Production Plus Pack DVD-ROM. Unless you complete the user registration and obtain a registration code as directed in this guide, you won’t be able to use the software for more than thirty days after installation.

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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.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

About WARNING and CAUTION Notices

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

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 eects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

About the Symbols

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specic 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 specic 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.

The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specic 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.

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• Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

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• 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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• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

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• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.

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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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

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• 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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• Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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• 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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• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

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• Disconnect all cords coming from external devices before moving the unit.

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• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet.

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• 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.

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* The screen shots in this document are used in compliance

with the guidelines of the Microsoft Corporation.

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* Windows® is known officially as: “Microsoft® Windows®

operating system.”

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* Apple, Macintosh, and Mac OS are registered trademarks of

Apple Inc.

* Cakewalk is a registered trademark of Cakewalk, Inc.

* SONAR and Cakewalk logo are trademarks of Cakewalk, 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.

* Roland and GS are either registered trademarks or trademarks

of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply

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• 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.

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• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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

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• 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.

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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

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• 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

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

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• 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.

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• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels (especially when it is late at night).

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• 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.

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• 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

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• 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.

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 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

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.................................................................................................................

H-ACTIVITY ON/OFF.................................................................................................... 69

L9 FUNCTION.................................................................................................................69

OMNI ................................................................................................................................70

FACTORY RESET............................................................................................................70

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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 ........................................... 83

Main Specifications......................................................... 84

Index ................................................................................ 85

Names of Things and What They Do

Panel

f i g . P a n e l

L e f t . e

p s

Display

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

[VALUE] knob, [ENTER] button

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).

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

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.

Names of Things and What They Do

[ ] button, [ ] button

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. ➝ “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

Use this to change the pitch or apply vibrato. You can also assign a desired MIDI message to this lever as a controller. ➝ “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. ➝ “TRANSPOSE” (p. 62)

OCTAVE [–] [+] buttons

These buttons let you shift the pitch of the keyboard up or down in steps of one octave.

Names of Things and What They Do

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Controllers [R1]–[R9] (knobs)

You can assign the desired MIDI messages to these knobs. ➝ “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)

Controllers [L1]–[L8] (button)

You can assign the desired MIDI messages to these buttons. ➝ “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)

[HOLD] button

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. ➝ “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)

You can assign the desired MIDI messages to these sliders. ➝ “Assigning MIDI Messages” (p. 29)

Controllers [A1]–[A8] (pads)

You can assign the desired MIDI messages to these pads. ➝ “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

Names of Things and What They Do

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DC IN jack

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

DC Power on using the AC adaptor

OFF Power off

Power on with the USB cable connected USB (i.e., bus power) can be used when the A-PRO is connected to your computer

USB

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.

USB connector

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. ➝ “MIDI MERGE DESTINATION” (p. 67)

MIDI IN/OUT connectors

You can connect these connectors to the MIDI connectors of other MIDI equipment to transmit and receive MIDI messages. ➝ “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. ➝ “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.

Security slot ( )

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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.

Installing the Driver

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 7/Windows Vista Users

The procedure for installation and checking will depend on your system. Perform the following two steps to install and check the driver.

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Install driver

Check

Windows 7 /

Windows Vista

P. 12

P. 19

Windows XP Mac OS X

P. 15

P. 19

P. 17

P. 20

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).

2 Close all currently running software.

3 Insert the included A-PRO CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.

When the auto-play dialog box appears, click [Open folder to view files].

4 In the appropriate folder within the CD-ROM, double-click the

[Setup] icon to start up the installer.

OS Installer

Windows 7 Open the folders [Driver] and then [Win7]

Windows Vista Open the folders [Driver] and then [Vista]

Windows 7 64-bit edition Open the folders [x64Driver] and then [Win7]

Windows Vista 64-bit edition

If you get a message saying “The operating system you are using is not supported” or “The version of this file is not compatible with the version of Windows you’re running,” or if you don’t know the version of your operating system, check your operating system as described below.

Open the folders [x64Driver] and then [Vista]

If “System type” indicates “64-bit Operating System,” you have the 64-bit version.

Installing the Driver

Windows 7 users

Open “Control Panel,” click “System and Security,” and then click [System]. If the Control Panel shows the icon view, click [System].

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] if you’re using Windows 7, or click [Continue] if you’re using Windows Vista.

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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].

Operation of the A-PRO

8 Turn the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch OFF.

Operation of the A-PRO

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.

Operation of the A-PRO

The driver will be installed automatically.

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. ➝ “Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows)” (p. 19)

Windows XP Users

Installing the Driver

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.

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 then the [XP] 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.

Operation of the A-PRO

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 option settings (Windows XP)” (p. 80), and perform the installation once again.

7 Set the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch to OFF.

Operation of the A-PRO

8 When the “Ready to install the driver” message

Operation of the A-PRO

appears, use a USB cable to connect the A-PRO to your computer.

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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].

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If any other message appears, proceed as directed by the message.

Operation of the A-PRO

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.

Installing the Driver

10 If you are asked whether you want to connect to Windows Update,

choose [No, not this time] and click [Next].

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11 Choose [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], and

click [Next].

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12 If the “Hardware Installation” dialog box appears, click [Continue

Anyway] to continue the installation.

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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. ➝ “Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows)” (p. 19)

Mac OS X Users

Installing the Driver

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.

* If the “Authenticate” or “Installer requires that you type your password” dialog box

appears during the installation, enter an administrator password and click [OK].

* 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 Double-click one of the following icons on the CD-ROM to start up

the installer.

Operation of the A-PRO

6 If the screen asks you to select a destination, click your start-up disk

to select it, and then click [Continue].

7 When the display asks you to select the type of installation, click

[Install] or [Upgrade].

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.

Operation of the A-PRO

10 Set the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch to OFF.

Operation of the A-PRO

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.

OS Installer

Mac OS X 10.6 or later [APRO_USBDriver.pkg] (/Driver/10.6)

Mac OS X 10.5 or earlier [APROUSBDriver.pkg] (/Driver/10.4_10.5)

Operation of the A-PRO

13 Double-click [Audio MIDI Settings] (/Applications/Utility) to start it

up.

14 Access the dialog box.

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.

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.

5 The screen will indicate “Welcome to the A-PRO Driver Installer.”

Click [Continue].

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Installing the Driver

15 Verify that [A-PRO] is shown in the “MIDI Studio” or “Audio MIDI

Settings” dialog box.

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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.

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Five [New Device] items will appear.

17 Specify the device name for each [New Device].

Select the [New Device] you added, and click [Show Info].

2. Enter the name in the [Device Name] field. For each [New Device],

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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 ▲ and ▼ symbols (representing

input and output, respectively) of [A-PRO] and each [New Device] so that they are connected as shown in the illustration below.

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19 Close the “MIDI Studio” dialog box or “Audio MIDI Setup” dialog

box.

Now let’s check to make sure that installation was successful. ➝ “Checking in GarageBand (Mac OS X)” (p. 20)

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. For details on installing and setting up SONAR LE, refer to the “Cakewalk Production Plus Pack Installation Guide.”

1 Start up SONAR LE.

2 In the [Options] menu, click [MIDI Devices].

The “MIDI Devices” dialog box will appear.

3 In the “MIDI Devices” dialog box, choose the following MIDI devices

in the [Inputs] and [Outputs] fields.

Input device Output device

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 [OK] to close the 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].

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7 In the [Insert] menu, choose [Soft Synths] and then [PSYN II].

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.

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 ‘09. 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].

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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

Look what You Can Do with the A-PRO

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.

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.

For details, refer to SONAR’s online help.

Use Control Maps

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.

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).

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).

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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. ➝ “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.

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

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.”

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

Input port Explanation

A-PRO MIDI IN Receives data that’s input via the A-PRO’s MIDI IN connector.

A-PRO 1

A-PRO 2

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

Receives data from A-PRO sliders, knobs, or buttons that are assigned to “PORT 1.”

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.

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].

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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.

Output port Explanation

A-PRO MIDI OUT

A-PRO

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.

Transmits MIDI messages to MIDI devices connected to the A-PRO’s MIDI OUT connector.

Transmits MIDI messages to the A-PRO. When transmitting bulk data from the A-PRO, choose [A-PRO] as the output port.

Input port A-PRO 2

Output port A-PRO

5 Click [OK] to close the dialog box.

Using A-PRO Editor

Items in the Windows

Main Window

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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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* 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

[Transmit], [Receive]

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

Message assignment area

Here you can specify the value of various parameters for the MIDI message you 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

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

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 controller you’re editing is [R1]–[R9] or [S1]–[S9], you can make virtual center click 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)

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.

Using A-PRO Editor

Keyboard Set Window

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1 2 3 4 5

6 7

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.

Keyboard range settings

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

Specify the button ([SPLIT]/[DUAL]/[LOWER]) for which you are assigning a keyboard set.

[Close]

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

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.

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 have 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 the Assigned MIDI Messages” (p. 30).

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.

Using Control Maps

Assigning MIDI Messages

Using A-PRO Editor

Here’s how to assign a MIDI message to each controller.

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1 In the main window, click the

controller to which you want to assign a MIDI message.

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2 In the message assignment

window, use the Assign Message field to select the type of MIDI message you want to assign.

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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).

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4 In the Output Port field, specify

the MIDI output port.

5 If desired, enter a name in the

Name field.

6 Click [OK].

Using A-PRO Editor

Checking the Assigned MIDI Messages

You can use either of the following two methods to check the MIDI messages that are assigned.

Viewing an assignment list

If you want to use your Web browser to view an assignment list of the current control map, choose the [File] menu command [View Assign List]. This is a convenient way to view all of the control map’s settings. If you want to save the assignment list as an HTML file, choose the [File] menu command [Export Assign List...]. When the “Save As” dialog box appears, specify the location, assign a file name, and then click [Save].

Viewing the assigned messages

If you want to see the current settings for each controller in the main window, choose the [Options] menu command [Show Messages], and select the [Show Assigned Messages] check box. The current assignments will be shown in simplified form as follows.

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Indication Meaning

NO ASSIGN

Note

Channel Pressure

Polyphonic Key Pressure

Control Change

Program Change

Program Change (Min-Max)

Bank Select + Program Change

Program Change - Dec

Program Change - Inc

RPN

NRPN

Encoder Simulate

System Realtime/F6

System Ex.

Free Message

Tempo

The display color indicates the output port setting.

Display color Output Port

Yellow Port 1

Light blue Port 2

Light green Port 1 + 2

Pink NO ASSIGN

Receiving a Control Map from the A-PRO Transmitting a Control Map to the A-PRO

Using A-PRO Editor

If you w ant to ed it th e con trol map s ettings of the A-PRO keyboard in A-PRO Editor, use the following procedure to receive control map data from the A-PRO keyboard so that it can be edited.

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1 From the numbers displayed in the

[Control Map] dropdown list, select the number of the control map that you want to edit.

2 Click [Receive].

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3 In the confirmation dialog box, click

[Continue].

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4 A reception progress dialog box will

appear.

When the dialog box disappears, reception has been completed.

If you want to use the control map settings created in A-PRO Editor on the A-PRO keyboard, use the following procedure to transmit the edited control map to the A-PRO keyboard.

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1 In the [Control Map] dropdown list,

specify the number at which you want to save your control map.

2 Click [Transmit].

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3 In the confirmation dialog box, click

[Continue].

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4 A transmission progress dialog box

will appear.

When the dialog box disappears, transmission has been completed.

Using A-PRO Editor

Saving a Control Map on Your Computer Loading a Control Map that was Saved on Your

Control map settings you’ve edited in A-PRO Editor can not only be transferred directly between the A-PRO keyboard and your computer, they can also be saved on your computer as an SMF format file. To save an SMF file, proceed as follows.

1 Choose the [File] menu command [Save As].

If you want to overwrite the most recently opened file, choose the [File] menu command [Save].

2 Enter a file name and click [Save].

Computer

Control map data that was saved on your computer in SMF format can be loaded into A-PRO Editor. To load an SMF file, proceed as follows.

1 Choose the [File] menu command [Open].

2 Specify the SMF file that you want to load, and click [Open].

* An SMF file that does not contain A-PRO control map data cannot be opened. The

SMF must contain settings for all controllers.

* The contents of the Name field can be loaded only from an SMF that was saved by

A-PRO Editor.

* It is not possible to load control maps from the PCR-300/500/800 or memory sets

from an earlier PCR series unit.

Message Parameters

The setting items shown in the message assign window will depend on the MIDI message you’ve selected. This section explains the setting items for each MIDI message. Values for parameters are specified in decimal. For details on the Settings field, refer to “Message Assignment Window” (p. 24).

Using A-PRO Editor

NO ASSIGN

Clears any message assignment. No message will be sent even if you operate a controller that’s set to NO ASSIGN.

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There are no parameters to set.

* If HOLD, EXPRESSION, BENDER, MODULATION, or

AFTERTOUCH settings are set to NO ASSIGN, the corresponding controller will control its own original function. In this case, the current channel will be used as the MIDI transmit channel.

Channel Message

Assigns a channel message. Use the Type field to select the type of message you want to assign. According to the message you’ve selected, set the following parameters.

Note

Assign a note message.

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Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Note Number Note number

Velocity Velocity

Channel Pressure

Assign a channel pressure message.

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Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Min Value Lower value of channel pressure

Max Value Upper value of channel pressure

Using A-PRO Editor

Channel Message

Polyphonic Key Pressure

Assign a polyphonic key pressure message.

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Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Note Number Note number

Min Value Lower value of key pressure

Max Value Upper value of key pressure

Control Change

Assign a control change message.

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Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Control Number Control number

Min Value Lower limit of the control value

Max Value Upper limit of the control value

Program Change

Assign a program change message (with a fixed program number).

fig.editor-pc.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

PC Number Program number

* The range of the program number is 1–128.

Channel Message

Using A-PRO Editor

Program Change (Min-Max)

Assign a program change message (with a variable program number).

fig.editor-pcmm.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Min Number Lower limit of the program number.

Max Number Upper limit of the program number.

* The range of the program number is 1–128.

Bank Select + Program Change

Assign a bank select message and program change message (all values fixed).

fig.editor-bankpc.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Bank MSB Bank number MSB

Bank LSB Bank number LSB

PC Number Program number

* The range of the program number is 1–128.

Program Change – Dec

Assign the program change decrement function (PC DEC). This will transmit a program change number that is one less than the program change number most recently transmitted in the A-PRO’s program change mode.

fig.editor-pcdec.eps

Using A-PRO Editor

Channel Message

Program Change – Inc

Assign the program change increment function (PC INC). This will transmit a program change number that is one greater than the program change number most recently transmitted in the A-PRO’s program change mode.

fig.editor-pcinc.eps

RPN

Assign a registered parameter number.

fig.editor-rpn.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

RPN MSB RPN parameter number MSB

RPN LSB RPN parameter number LSB

MSB Min Value Lower limit of data entry MSB

MSB Max Value Upper limit of data entry MSB

NRPN

Assign a non-registered parameter number.

fig.editor-nrpn.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

NRPN MSB NRPN parameter number MSB

NRPN LSB NRPN parameter number LSB

MSB Min Value Lower limit of data entry MSB

MSB Max Value Upper limit of data entry MSB

* The range for the data entry LSB is fixed at 0–127 and

cannot be changed.

* The range for the data entry LSB is fixed at 0–127 and

cannot be changed.

Using A-PRO Editor

Channel Message

Encoder Simulate

Assign a function that simulates a rotary encoder.

fig.editor-encsim.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

MIDI Channel MIDI channel

Control Number Controller number

* This can be assigned to a button, but will not do

anything.

System Realtime/F6

Assign a system realtime message or F6 (Tune Request).

fig.editor-realtime.eps

For System Realtime/F6, use the Status field to choose the message you want to assign.

Item Content

F6 Tune request

F8 Timing clock

FA Start

FB Continue

FC Stop

FF System reset

Using A-PRO Editor

System Ex.

Assign a system exclusive message (System Ex.). You can enter up to twenty-four bytes.

fig.editor-sysex.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

You can enter a system exclusive message of up to twenty-four bytes. Enter each byte as a hexadecimal value separated by a single-byte space.

The following limitations apply to the input. * The message must begin with “F0” and end with “F7.”

Message entry field

Data Type

Min Value Lower limit of the data value

Max Value Upper limit of the data value

* You cannot include more than one exclusive message. * You cannot include messages other than an exclusive message.

You can enter variable data or a checksum using the special characters described in “Table 1: Special characters used in the message entry field” (p. 38). If you use the special character “DT,” use the Data Type field to specify the type of data.

If you’ve used the special character “DT” in the message entry field, use this to specify the type of data to be inserted at that location. For the types of data that can be specified, refer to “Table 2: Types of data you can specify in the Data Type field” (p. 38).

Table 1: Special characters used in the message entry field

Special

character

DT Data insertion location The data specified by Data Type will be inserted.

S1/S2

Explanation Details

Beginning of checksum calculation

Checksum insertion location and type

Channel (? is any value between 0–7)

Block number (? is any value between 0–7)

If you use the automatic checksum calculation function, use this special character to specify the point at which checksum calculation is to begin.

If you use the automatic checksum calculation function, use this special character to specify the point at which the checksum is to be inserted, and its type. S1: The most common type, used by Roland and other man-

ufacturers.

S2: Choose this if a method other than S1 is used.

If you want a channel number to be inserted in the exclusive message, use this special character to specify its location and the upper four bits (a fixed value of 0–7). The current channel of the A-PRO will be inserted in the channel section.

If you want a GS block number to be inserted in the exclusive message, use this special character to specify its location and the upper four bits (a fixed value of 0–7). The current channel of the A-PRO will converted into the block number and inserted.

Table 2: Types of data you can specify in the Data Type field

Data type Data length Target of the specified Min Value / Max Value

DT0: 7-bit 1 byte Specifies a range from 0 to 127 (0–127)

DT1: 4-bit/4-bit 2 bytes

DT2: 7-bit/7-bit (MSB/LSB)

DT3: 7-bit/7-bit (LSB/MSB)

DT4: 4-bit/ 4-bit/4-bit/4-bit

2 bytes

4 bytes

Specifies the range of the first byte (0–15) * The second byte is fixed at 0–15

Specifies the range of the MSB (0–127) * The LSB is fixed at 0–127

Specifies the range of change (0–255) between the negative direction (Min) and the positive direction (Max), centered on 8000h.

Example of input

1. Enter the following in the message entry field.

F0 41 10 42 12 SS 40 1X 32 DT S1 F7

In the Data Type field, choose “DT0.” Specify the Min Value as “0” and the Max Value as “127.”

Block number 1 byte

F0 41 10 42 12 SS 40 1x 32 DATA SUM F7

Address Data

ChecksumChecksum calculation range

Using A-PRO Editor

Free Message

Assign a MIDI message. You can enter up to twenty-four bytes. You may assign more than one MIDI message if desired.

fig.editor-freemsg.eps

Specify the following parameters.

Item Content

You can enter a MIDI message of up to twenty-four bytes. Enter each byte as a hexadecimal value separated by a single-byte space.

The following limitations apply to the input. * You can’t use a checksum.

Message entry field

Data Type

Min Value Lower limit of the data value

Max Value Upper limit of the data value

* You can’t use a special character as the first byte.

You can also enter variable data using the special characters described in “Table 1: Special characters used in the message entry field” (p. 38). If you use the special character “DT,” use the Data Type field to specify the type of data.

Tempo

Assign tempo control for transmitting MIDI CLOCK messages.

fig.editor-tempo.eps

There are no parameters to specify.

* This will not function if assigned to a button.

Using A-PRO Editor

Using Keyboard Sets

Receiving a Keyboard Set Transmitting a Keyboard Set

If you want to edit a keyboard set, use the following procedure to load the keyboard map data from the A-PRO, so that it can be edited.

fig.keyboardset1.eps

1 Use the [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/[LOWER]

buttons to select the keyboard set that you want to edit.

fig.keyboardsetrecv.eps

2 Click [Receive].

3 In the confirmation box, click [Continue]. 4 A reception progress dialog box will appear.

When the dialog box disappears, reception is complete.

If you want to use a keyboard set created in A-PRO Editor on the A-PRO keyboard, proceed as follows to transmit it.

fig.keyboardset1.eps

1 Use the [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/[LOWER]

buttons to select the keyboard set that you want to edit.

fig.keyboardsettrans.eps

2 Click [Transmit].

3 In the confirmation box, click [Continue]. 4 A transmission progress dialog box will appear.

When the dialog box disappears, transmission is complete.

Performing (Play Mode)

Use Play mode when you want to play the A-PRO’s keyboard or use its controllers to control your software or sound modules. Broadly speaking, the A-PRO has the following two modes.

Mode Explanation To select

This is the mode in which you play the keyboard

Play mode

Edit mode (p. 48, p. 57)

and operate the controllers. MIDI messages will be transmitted by each controller.

This is the mode in which you assign MIDI messages to each controller, or make system settings.

When you turn on the power, the A-PRO will start up in Play mode. To return from Edit mode to Play mode, you can either press the [ACT] button and

[ ] button simultaneously, or hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [SPLIT] button ([BS] button). In this case, the settings you were in the process of making will be discarded. When you play the keyboard in Play mode, note messages will be transmitted, causing your sound module to produce sound.

Playing the Keyboard

1. Turn on the power.

2. Exit EDIT mode.

1. From PLAY mode, press the [ACT] button and [ ]

button simultaneously.

Convenient Performance Functions

Here are some of the functions you will find convenient when you’re performing.

Function Explanation

Changing the pitch of a sounding note (Pitch Bend)

Applying modulation to a sounding note (Modulation)

Switching the octave (Octave Shift)

Changing the pitch (Transpose)

Moving the bender lever to the left or right will transmit pitch bend messages, causing the pitch to change slightly. * The range of the pitch change (“bend range”) will depend on the set-

tings of your sound module.

Moving the bender lever away from yourself will transmit modulation messages (CC#01), applying a vibrato effect to the sound. * The way in w hic h th e so und cha nge s wi ll d epe nd o n th e se tti ngs of y our

sound module.

You can use the OCTAVE [–] [+] buttons to raise or lower the keyboard’s pitch range in steps of an octave (Octave Shift). Use this when you want to shift the keyboard’s pitch range upward or downward. Pressing the OCTAVE [–] button once will lower the pitch by one octave. Pressing it again will lower the pitch by another octave. You can adjust this setting in a range of -4–5 octaves. Depending on the current octave shift setting, the OCTAVE [–] or OCTAVE [+] button will light. By pressing the OCTAVE [–] and OCTAVE [+] buttons simultaneously, you can reset the octave shift value to 0, restoring the keyboard to its original pitch.

If you press the [TRANSPOSE] button to turn it on, the pitch will be shifted by the number of semitone steps you specified using the EDIT mode TRANSPOSE setting (p. 62).

1 Specify the A-PRO’s current channel (MIDI transmit channel).

Set the A-PRO’s MIDI transmit channel to match the MIDI receive channel of your sound module. Setting the MIDI transmit channel is explained in “Specifying the Current Channel (MIDI Transmit Channel)” (p. 42).

2 Use the A-PRO to select a sound on your sound module.

Selecting a sound on your sound module is explained in “Selecting Sounds (PROGRAM CHANGE/BANK)” (p. 43).

3 Play the A-PRO’s keyboard.

When you’ve finished making settings, play the keyboard in Play mode; MIDI messages will be transmitted to your application.

* Since the A-PRO keyboard does not contain a sound generator, it cannot produce

sound on its own.

Moving the bender lever toward the left while you play will lower the pitch, and moving it toward the right will raise the pitch. This effect is called “pitch bend.” Moving the lever away from yourself will apply vibrato. This effect is called “modulation.” If you move the lever to left or right and simultaneously move it away from yourself, both effects will apply at the same time.

Pitch bend eect Modulation eect

fig.PitchBend-e.eps

* The amount of pitch change (bend

range) depends on the settings of your sound module.

* If you assign a MIDI message to the

bender lever, the pitch bend effect and modulation effect will be disabled.

Performing (Play Mode)

Specifying the Current Channel (MIDI Transmit Channel)

Here’s how to specify the current channel on which performance data from the keyboard will be transmitted.

What is the current channel?

The current channel is the MIDI transmit select for the keyboard and bender lever.

* Each controller can have its own separate transmit channel. However if “OMNI” is

ON, messages will be transmitted on the current channel specified for OMNI.

MIDI Channel

Here’s how to change the current channel (MIDI transmit channel).

1 Use the [ ] or [ ] button to move the cursor in the display to

“MIDI CH.”

The display will indicate the current channel.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired channel number.

You have now specified the current channel.

Here’s another way to change the current channel.

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and use the following buttons to enter a

numerical value.

fig.numberbutton_play.eps

Controllers [B1]–[B4], [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/ [LOWER]/[UPPER] buttons, OCTAVE [–] [+] buttons

2. Press the [ENTER] button.

With this, the numerical value you entered is confirmed.

What is OMNI?

If you turn OMNI on, all controllers will transmit on the current channel regardless of their assigned MIDI transmit channel. If you want the MIDI transmit channel of the controllers to also change when you switch the current channel, turn OMNI on as follows.

1. Press the [ACT] button and [] button simultaneously to enter Edit

mode.

The display will indicate “LCD CONTRAST.”

2. Turn the [VALUE] knob until “SYSTEM SETTING” appears in the display.

Press the [ENTER] button.

3. Turn the [VALUE] knob until “OMNI” appears in the display.

Press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-omnisw.eps

4. The display will show the current setting.

Item Explanation

OMNI OFF

OMNI ON

5. Use the [VALUE] knob to select “ON” or “OFF.”

6. Press the [ENTER] button.

You’ll be returned to Play mode.

Messages will be transmitted using the channel and port assigned for each controller.

Messages will be transmitted using the current channel and the KEYBOARD PORT, regardless of the channel and port assigned for each controller.

Performing (Play Mode)

Selecting Sounds (PROGRAM CHANGE/BANK)

You can transmit program changes to select sounds on your sound module from the A-PRO. If you want to select a sound from a different bank, first use bank mode to transmit a bank select message that will switch the bank. Then transmit a program change message. The bank select message must be transmitted before the program change.

Program change and bank select

By using program change messages in conjunction with bank select messages, MIDI allows you to select among more than 128 sounds.

To switch to a sound that has the same bank number as the currently selected sound, simply transmit a program change message.

To switch to a sound that has a different bank number, you’ll need to transmit a bank number and a program number. The bank number is transmitted using two MIDI messages: control change 0 (MSB) and control change 32 (LSB). To actually switch sounds, transmit the bank number (MSB), bank number (LSB), and finally the program number, in that order.

PROGRAM CHANGE

Here’s how to transmit a program change message on the current channel (p. 42).

1 Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “PGM CHANGE”

in the display.

The display will show the program change number that was transmitted most recently.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired program change

number.

The program change message will be transmitted.

Bank Select (BANK)

If you want to use the [VALUE] knob to switch the bank number, set the System setting “FUNCTION” to “BANK LSB” or “BANK MSB.”

* For details, refer to “[VALUE] knob Settings” (p. 68).

Here’s how to transmit bank select (MSB, LSB) messages.

1 Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “USER ASSIGN” in

the display.

The display will show the bank select number that was transmitted most recently.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired bank select number.

Bank select (MSB, LSB) messages will be transmitted.

Performing (Play Mode)

Selecting the UPPER and LOWER Sounds

The A-PRO’s keyboard provides two parts, UPPER and LOWER, and you can assign a different sound to each.

Selecting the UPPER Sound

The entire keyboard will play the UPPER sound.

fig.Upper-e.eps

UPPER

1 Press the [UPPER] button so it’s lit.

2 Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “PGM CHANGE”

in the display.

3 Turn the [VALUE] knob.

The UPPER sound will change. When you play the keyboard, you’ll hear the sound specified for UPPER.

* The [UPPER] button will be lit when you turn on the power.

Selecting the LOWER Sound

The entire keyboard will play the LOWER sound.

fig.Lower-e.eps

LOWER

1 Press the [LOWER] button so it’s lit.

2 Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “PGM CHANGE”

in the display.

3 Turn the [VALUE] knob.

The LOWER sound will change. When you play the keyboard, you’ll hear the sound specified for LOWER.

* The assignment of the [LOWER] button can be changed in A-PRO Editor’s keyboard

set window (p. 26).

Performing (Play Mode)

Layering Two Sounds (DUAL)

The DUAL button lets you simultaneously play both the LOWER and UPPER sounds from the entire keyboard.

fig.Dual-e.eps

UPPER

LOWER

1 Press the [DUAL] button so it’s lit.

* If the cursor is at “PGM CHANGE” in the display, turning the [VALUE] knob will

change the UPPER sound.

* To change the LOWER sound, set ACTIVE PART (p. 62) to LOWER. Then move the

cursor to “PGM CHANGE” and turn the [VALUE] knob.

* The assignment of the [DUAL] button can be changed in A-PRO Editor’s keyboard

set window (p. 26).

Playing Two Sounds Separately (SPLIT)

The SPLIT button lets you play the UPPER sound in the range of C4 and above, while playing the LOWER sound in the range of B3 and below.

fig.Split.eps

C4B3

LOWER

1 Press the [SPLIT] button so it’s lit.

* If the cursor is at “PGM CHANGE” in the display, turning the [VALUE] knob will

change the UPPER sound.

* To change the LOWER sound, set Active Part (p. 62) to LOWER. Then move the

cursor to “PGM CHANGE” and turn the [VALUE] knob.

* The assignment of the [SPLIT] button can be changed in A-PRO Editor’s keyboard

set window (p. 26).

UPPER

Performing (Play Mode)

Adjusting the Playing Dynamics (VELOCITY)

Normally, note messages are transmitted with a velocity value that corresponds to the force with which you play the keyboard. If desired, the A-PRO can also transmit notes with a fixed velocity value, regardless of your playing dynamics.

This is convenient when you want to record notes into your DAW software at a fixed velocity. You can also adjust the sensitivity of the keyboard and change the velocity curve (the way in which velocity responds to your dynamics).

Specifying a Fixed Velocity (KEY VELOCITY) Changing the Keyboard Touch (VELOCITY CURVE)

The system “FUNCTION” setting “KEY VELOCITY” lets you specify a fixed velocity.

* You can use the following method, or refer to “[VALUE] knob Settings” (p. 68).

If “KEY VELOCITY” is assigned to the [VALUE] knob, you can also use the following procedure to specify the velocity.

1 Use the [ ] [ ] buttons to move the cursor to “USER ASSIGN” in

the display.

The display will indicate the velocity value that was transmitted most recently.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired velocity value

(TOUCH, 1–127).

fig.lcd-keyvelocity.eps

If the display indicates “TOUCH,” the transmitted velocity value will correspond to the force with which you play the keyboard.

Refer to the system setting “KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE” (p. 60).

[VALUE] knob assignment

Here’s how to assign “KEY VELOCITY” as the “FUNCTION.”

1. Press the [ACT] button and [] button simultaneously to enter Edit

mode.

2. Turn the [VALUE] knob until “FUNCTION” appears in the display.

Press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-keyvelocity.eps

3. Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEY

VELOCITY,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

This completes the settings and takes you back to Play mode. For more about FUNCTION, refer to “FUNCTION” (p. 68).

Muting the Controller Values (PRM MUTE)

You can mute all controllers so that MIDI messages will not be transmitted when you move a controller.

This is useful in situations such as when a parameter value is far away from the position of the controller; you can use the [PRM MUTE] button to mute the controller, and then move the controller near the parameter value to match the knob position with the parameter value before you perform.

PRM MUTE

1 Press the [ ] [ ] buttons simultaneously.

The “PRM MUTE” cursor will light in the display.

2 Operate a controller.

MIDI messages will not be transmitted even when you operate a controller.

3 Once again, press the [ ] [ ] buttons simultaneously.

The “PRM MUTE” cursor in the display will go dark. Now MIDI messages will once again be transmitted when you move a controller.

Performing (Play Mode)

Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

The A-PRO allows you to assign MIDI messages to each of its 44 controllers: [B1]–[B4], [R1]–[R9], [L1]–[L9], [S1]–[S9], [A1]–[A8], HOLD (P1), EXPRESSION (P2), BENDER, MODULATION, and AFTERTOUCH. Edit mode is used to make MIDI message assignments. This section of the manual explains how to assign MIDI messages to the controllers using only the A-PRO keyboard. You can also use A-PRO Editor to make assignments. For details, refer to “Using A-PRO Editor” (p. 22).

Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard

You can assign one of the following functions to each controller. • If you want to assign a MIDI message to AFTERTOUCH, hold down the [ACT] button

and [ ] button simultaneously, and then apply strong pressure to the keyboard.

Function See page

NOTE p. 49

AFTERTOUCH p. 50

CONTROL CHANGE p. 51

PROGRAM CHANGE p. 52

RPN p. 53

NRPN p. 53

TEMPO p. 54

NO ASSIGN p. 56

• When you edit the assignment of a controller, the assignment is saved automatically.

• You can copy an assigned message to another controller, or cancel an assignment. For details, refer to “Copying an Assignment” (p. 56) or “Clearing an Assignment (NO ASSIGN)” (p. 56).

* If you want to assign a system exclusive, a 1-byte system message (system realtime

messages, tune request), or any d esi red mes sag e o f up to 2 4 by tes , yo u’ ll n eed to u se A-PRO Editor.

Note Assignments

Here’s how to assign a note message to a controller. In addition to their use in performance, note messages can also be used to control DAW software.

MIDI transmit channel Note number Velocity Port Button mode Aftertouch

1–16 0–127 (00–7FH) 100 (64H) (fixed) PORT1 (fixed) UNLATCH, LATCH OFF (fixed)

Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign a note

message.

If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-note.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until “NOTE”

appears in the display.

fig.lcd-midichannel

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel.

fig.lcd-notenumber.eps

7 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified note number.

8 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired note number. 9 Press the [ENTER] button.

10 If the controller is [B1]–[B4], [L1]–[L9], [A1]–[A8], or HOLD (P1),

specify the desired “Button mode setting” (p. 55).

* If you assign a note message to [R1]–[R9], [S1]–[S9], or EXPRESSION (P2), setting the

controller to the maximum position will transmit a note message with the specified velocity value. When you slightly lower the controller from its maximum position, a note message with a velocity value of 0 will be transmitted.

* If you assign a note message to [B1]–[B4], [L1]–[L9], or HOLD (P1), turning the

controller On will transmit a note message with the specified velocity value. Turning the controller Off will transmit a note message with a velocity value of 0.

* If you assign a note message to [A1]–[A8], the velocity will change depending on the

force with which you strike the pad.

You can also use the following method to change the note number.

fig.numberbutton_edit.eps

In Edit mode, you can enter a numeric value by pressing the following buttons. Controllers [B1]–[B4], [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/ [LOWER]/[UPPER] buttons, OCTAVE [–] [+] buttons

Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

Aftertouch Assignment

Here’s how to assign an aftertouch message to a controller. A-PRO Editor lets you assign aftertouch messages for individual notes (Polyphonic Key Pressure) as well as channel aftertouch (Channel Pressure) (p. 34).

MIDI transmit channel Value range Port Button mode

1–16 0–127 (00–7FH) PORT1 (fixed) UNLATCH, LATCH, INCREASE

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign aftertouch.

If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-aftertouch.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until

“AFTERTOUCH” appears in the display.

fig.lcd-midichannel.eps

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel. 7 Press the [ENTER] button. 8 Specify the “Button mode setting” (p. 55) as appropriate for the

controller type.

Control Change Assignment

Here’s how to assign a control change message to a controller.

MIDI transmit channel Control change number Port Button mode

1–16 0–127 (00–7FH) PORT1 (fixed) UNLATCH, LATCH, INCREASE

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign a control

change message.

If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-controlchange.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until

“CONTROL CHANGE” appears in the display.

fig.lcd-midichannel.eps

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel.

fig.lcd-ccnumber.eps

7 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified control change number.

8 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired control change number. 9 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified control change number.

As appropriate for the type of controller, specify the desired “Button mode setting” (p. 55) or “Virtual center click setting” (p. 55).

Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

Program Change Assignment

Here’s how to assign a program change message to a controller.

MIDI transmit channel BANK MSB BANK LSB Program number Port

1–16 X X 0–127 (00–7FH) PORT1 (fixed)

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign a control

change message.

If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-programchange.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until

“PROGRAM CHANGE” appears in the display.

fig.lcd-midichannel.eps

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel.

fig.lcd-pcnumber.eps

7 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified program change number.

8 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired program change

number.

9 Press the [ENTER] button.

If you’ve assigned this message to [R1]–[R9], [S1]–[S9], or EXPRESSION (P2), moving the controller to the maximum position will transmit the program change message you specified.

RPN/NRPN Assignment

Here’s how to assign an RPN or NRPN to a controller.

Data entry MSB (CC#6) range Data entry LSB (CC#38) range Port

0–127 (00–7FH) not transmitted PORT1

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign a control

change message.

If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, then press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-rpn.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until “RPN”

appears in the display.

* If you want to assign an NRPN message, get “NRPN” to appear in the display. The

rest of the procedure is the same as for RPN.

fig.lcd-midichannel.eps

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

The display will indicate the currently specified MIDI transmit channel.

6 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI transmit channel. 7 Press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-rpnmsb.eps

8 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the

desired RPN MSB (CC#101) or NRPN MSB (CC#99).

9 Press the [ENTER] button.

10 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired RPN LSB (CC#100) or

NRPN LSB (CC#98).

11 Press the [ENTER] button. 12 As appropriate for the controller type, specify the desired “Button

mode setting” (p. 55) or “Virtual center click setting” (p. 55).

Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

Tempo Assignment

You can assign the MIDI CLOCK speed (20–250) to a controller. In order to transmit MIDI CLOCK, the MIDI CLOCK setting must be “ON.” ➝ “MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF” (p. 64)

1 Press the [ACT] button and [ ] button simultaneously.

2 Slightly move the controller to which you want to assign tempo.

If the controller is a button, press it. The number of the selected controller will blink in the display.

3 Verify that the display, and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-tempo.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until

“TEMPO” appears in the display.

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

* If the controller is a button, the tempo will be maximum (250) when on, and

minimum (20) when off.

Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

Button mode setting

In Edit mod e, wh en y ou as sig n a me ssa ge to a bu tton as d escr ibe d in “Ass ign ing a MID I Message on the A-PRO Keyboard” (p. 48), you can specify how the button will operate (the “button mode”). If a button is assigned as a controller, the maximum value will be transmitted when the button is turned on, and the minimum value will be transmitted when the button is turned off.

1 Use the [VALUE] knob to select either UNLATCH, LATCH, or

INCREASE.

Mode Explanation

UNLATCH

LATCH

INCREASE

2 Press the [ENTER] button.

Pressing the button turns the function on; releasing the button turns the function off. The button will light while held down.

The function will alternately turn on/off each time you press the button. The button will light when an On message is transmitted, and will go out when an Off message is transmitted.

Each time you press the button, the value will be incremented by one (or decremented by one if the minimum value is lower than the maximum value). When the value reaches the maximum value (minimum value), it will wrap around to the minimum value (maximum value). The button will light only while held down.

Virtual center click setting

In Edit mode, when you assign a message to a knob [R1]–[R9] or a slider [S1]–[S9] as described in “Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard” (p. 48), you can turn the Virtual Center Click setting on or off.

1 Turn the [VALUE] knob to choose On or Off.

Mode Explanation

Off

63 65

0 127

2 Press the [ENTER] button.

The value will change smoothly between minimum and maximum values.

The value will remain at the center value (64) in the middle region of the controller.

fig.VirtualCenterClick-e.eps

The A-PRO’s knobs and sliders do not have a center click. However if you turn the Virtual Center Click function on, they will be given a “virtual” center click so that a broader range in the center of the controller’s range of motion will produce the center value.

Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

Convenient Functions

Copying an Assignment Clearing an Assignment (NO ASSIGN)

By using this function, a message assigned to a controller can be copied to a different controller. For example, if you want to assign similar messages to multiple controllers, assign the desired MIDI message to one of the controllers, and then use this function to copy that message to the assignment of the other controllers.

* Unexpected results may occur if you copy an assigned message between controllers

of different types (e.g., between a button and a knob). For example, if a note message assigned to a pad is copied to a knob, the result will not be as you expect. If a rotary encoder simulation assigned to a knob is copied to a button, it will not operate. When copying an assigned message, please be aware of the controller types and the content of the message.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Choose the copy-destination controller, and move it slightly.

If it’s a button, press it. The controller number will appear in the display.

3 Make sure that the display indicates and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-copyfromto.eps

4 Slightly move the copy-source

controller. If it’s a button, press it.

The display will indicate the copy-source and copy-destination controller numbers.

5 Verify in the display, and press the [ENTER] button.

Here’s how to clear the MIDI message assigned to a controller. No MIDI message will be transmitted when you move a controller whose assignment was cleared.

If you clear the assignment for bender, modulation, aftertouch (AFTERTOUCH), HOLD (P1), or EXPRESSION (P2), the respective controller will control its own original function. In this case, it will use the current channel as its MIDI transmit channel.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Choose the controller whose assignment you want to clear, and

move it slightly.

If it’s a button, press it. The controller number will appear in the display.

3 Verify that the correct controller number is shown in the display,

and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-noassign.eps

4 Turn the [VALUE] knob until “NO

ASSIGN” appears in the display, then press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-yes.eps

5 The indication “YES” will blink in the

display; press the [ENTER] button once again.

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

This section explains how to make system settings for the A-PRO. System settings include the following items.

Category Item Contents Factory setting See page

LCD LCD CONTRAST Adjusts the LCD contrast. 5 p. 59

KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE Specifies how velocity will change in response to keyboard dynamics (velocity curve). 1-MEDIUM p. 60

KEYBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE Specifies how keyboard aftertouch will respond. 1 p. 61

KEYBOARD PORT SET Specifies the port from which the keyboard and bender lever will transmit performance data. PORT 1 p. 61

Keyboard

Pads

Clock

USB ADVANCED DRIVER MODE Switches the driver mode. ON p. 65

MIDI

Control map STARTUP MEMORY Specifies which control map is to be called up when the power is turned on. CTL MAP 0 p. 68

Controller FUNCTION Specifies the parameter that will be transmitted by the [VALUE] knob. KEY VELOCITY p. 68

KEYBOARD ACTIVE PART

TRANSPOSE Specifies how the keyboard will be transposed when you turn on the [TRANSPOSE] button. 2 p. 62

SHIFT KEY LATCH

PAD VELOCITY CURVE

PAD AFTERTOUCH CURVE Specifies how the pad controllers [A1]–[A8] will respond to aftertouch. 1 p. 63

MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF Specifies whether MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted. OFF p. 64

MIDI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO

MIDI CLOCK OUTPUT PORT When “MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF” is On, this specifies the port from which MIDI CLOCK is transmitted. PORT 1 p. 64

MIDI I/F SWITCH Specifies whether the MIDI connectors will be used as a MIDI interface. ON p. 66

MIDI MERGE DESTINATION Specifies the port that will be merged when the [MIDI MERGE] switch is On. PORT 1 p. 67

Specifies the part(s) that will be affected by the [VALUE] knob, BENDER, MODULATION, AFTERTOUCH, HOLD, and EXPRESSION controllers.

Specifies whether the [SHIFT] button will operate in Unlatched mode (turning on w hen pre sse d, t urn ing off when released) or in Latched mode (alternately turning on/off each time it is pressed).

Specifies how the velocity value transmitted when you strike a pad controller [A1]–[A8] will correspond to the force with which you strike (velocity curve).

Specifies the initial MIDI CLOCK value when “MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF” is On. After the power is turned on, this tempo will be output until you move the [VALUE] knob to which TEMPO is assigned.

UPPER p. 62

UNLATCH p. 62

1 p. 63

120 p. 64

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

Category Item Contents Factory setting See page

H-ACTIVITY ON/OFF

Other

L9 FUNCTION Specifies the function of the [HOLD] button. HOLD p. 69

OMNI

FACTORY RESET Returns the A-PRO to the factory-set condition.

Turn this on when using specific applications (such as Pro Tools LE). If this is On, the message “90 00 7F” will be transmitted from “A-PRO 2” at intervals of approximately 500 ms.

If OMNI is On, all controllers will always transmit on the current channel, regardless of the MIDI transmit channel setting that is assigned to the controller.

OFF p. 69

OFF p. 42

–

p. 70

LCD Contrast Setting

LCD CONTRAST

If you find the text in the display difficult to read, you can adjust the contrast as follows. The brightness of the screen may be affected by environmental conditions such as temperature.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “LCD CONTRAST,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to adjust the contrast.

This setting has a range of 1–10. Higher values make the display brighter.

4 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

You can also change the LCD contrast in the following way.

fig.numberbutton_edit.eps

In Edit mode, press the following buttons to enter a numerical value.

Controllers [B1]–[B4], [SPLIT]/[DUAL]/ [LOWER]/[UPPER] buttons, OCTAVE [–] [+] buttons

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

Keyboard-related Settings

KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE

Here’s how to change the velocity curve, which specifies how the transmitted velocity value will correspond to your keyboard playing dynamics.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEYBOARD/PAD,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDVELOCURVE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KBD

VELO CURVE,” and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired KEYBOARD VELOCITY

CURVE.

The name of the selected setting is shown in the display.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

Number Setting Type of curve Keyboard sensitivity

Higher velocity values (volume)

1 1-LIGHT

2 1-MEDIUM Keyboard sensitivity will be typical.

3 1-HEAVY

4 2-LIGHT

5 2-MEDIUM Keyboard sensitivity will be typical.

6 2-HEAVY

7 3-LIGHT

8 3-MEDIUM Keyboard sensitivity will be typical.

9 3-HEAVY

10 4-LIGHT

11 4-MEDIUM Keyboard sensitivity will be typical.

12 4-HEAVY

These are the most typical settings. Your keyboard playing dynamics will produce the most natural volume change.

Compared to curve 1, these curves allow greater volume change without having to play very strongly.

These curves make it easy to play consistently, with minimal change produced by your playing dynamics.

Compared to curve 1, these curves produce greater volume change when you play strongly.

can be produced even if you play softly.

Higher velocity values (volume) will not be produced unless you play strongly.

Higher velocity values (volume) can be produced even if you play softly.

Higher velocity values (volume) will not be produced unless you play strongly.

Higher velocity values (volume) can be produced even if you play softly.

Higher velocity values (volume) will not be produced unless you play strongly.

Higher velocity values (volume) can be produced even if you play softly.

Higher velocity values (volume) will not be produced unless you play strongly.

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

KEYBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE

Here’s how to specify the way that keyboard aftertouch will respond.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEYBOARD/PAD,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDAFTCHCURVE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KBD

AFTCH CURVE,” and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired KEYBOARD

AFTERTOUCH CURVE.

The value of the selected setting is shown in the display.

Number Curve type Explanation

This is the most typical curve. The pressure you apply to

the keyboard and the resulting aftertouch effect will correspond in the most natural way.

Compared with curve 1, higher aftertouch values will be transmitted even when you apply light pressure to the keyboard.

There will be little change in aftertouch when you apply pressure to the keyboard, making it easier for you to perform.

KEYBOARD PORT SET

Here’s how to specify the port from which performance data for the keyboard and bender lever will be transmitted.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEYBOARD/PAD,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDPORTSET.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KBD

PORT SET,” and press the [ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the desired KEYBOARD PORT.

The value of the selected setting is shown in the display.

Number Setting Explanation

1 PORT 1 Messages will be transmitted to “A-PRO 1.”

2 PORT 2 Messages will be transmitted to “A-PRO 2.”

3 PORT 1+2 Messages will be transmitted to “A-PRO 1” and “A-PRO 2.”

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

Compared with curve 1, aftertouch will be applied when you apply greater pressure to the keyboard.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

KEYBOARD ACTIVE PART

Here’s how to specify the part that will be affected by the [VALUE] knob, BENDER, MODULATION, AFTERTOUCH, HOLD, and EXPRESSION controllers.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEYBOARD/PAD,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDACTIVEPART.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KBD

ACTIVE PART,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-KBDACTIVEPART1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select

“UPPER” or “LOWER.”

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

TRANSPOSE

Here’s how to specify the amount by which the keyboard will be transposed when you press the [TRANSPOSE] button to turn it on.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEYBOARD/PAD,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-TRANSPOSE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select

“TRANSPOSE,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-TRANSPOSE1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the

transposition value.

You can specify a value in the range of -6 to 5 (semitones).

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

SHIFT KEY LATCH

This specifies whether the [SHIFT] button will operate in Unlatch mode (On when held down, Off when released), or in Latch mode (turns On/Off each time the button is pressed).

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEYBOARD/PAD,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-SHIFTKEYLATCH.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select

“SHIFT KEY LATCH,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-SHIFTKEYLATCH1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to choose

“OFF” or “ON.”

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return

to Play mode.

Pad-related Settings

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

PAD VELOCITY CURVE

Here’s how to specify the way in which the force of your strike on the controller pads [A1]–[A8] will affect the velocity that is transmitted.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEYBOARD/PAD,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-PADVELOCURVE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “PAD

VELO CURVE,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-PADVELOCURVE1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the

desired PAD VELOCITY CURVE.

The number of the selected setting is shown in the display.

Number Type of curve Result

This is the most typical curve. The force with which you

strike the pad will correspond to the volume in the most natural way.

Compared to curve 1, there will be greater volume change for softer strikes on the pad.

PAD AFTERTOUCH CURVE

Here’s how to specify the way in which the pressure you apply to the pads will correspond to the aftertouch data that is produced.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “KEYBOARD/PAD,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-PADAFTCHCURVE.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “PAD

AFTCH CURVE,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-PADAFTCHCURVE1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select the

desired PAD AFTERTOUCH CURVE.

The number of the selected setting is shown in the display.

Number Type of curve Result

This is the most typical curve. The pressure you apply to

the pad will correspond to the aftertouch value in the most natural way.

Compared to curve 1, there will be more change in the aftertouch value starting with softer pressure on the pad.

Pad playing dynamics will produce little change in veloc-

ity, making it easier for you to perform at a consistent volume.

Compared with curve 1, striking the pads more strongly will produce greater change in velocity.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

Pressure applied to the pad will produce little change in

aftertouch value, making it easier for you to produce consistent aftertouch effects.

Compared with curve 1, you will need to apply stronger pressure on the pad in order to produce aftertouch.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

Clock-related Settings

MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF

Here’s how to specify whether MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “MIDI CLOCK,” and press the [ENTER]

button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “MIDI CLK ON/OFF,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “ON” or “OFF.” 5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

MIDI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO

This setting specifies the default MIDI clock value when “MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF” is On. After you turn on the power, this tempo will be output until you move the VALUE controller to which Tempo is assigned.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “MIDI CLOCK,” and press the [ENTER]

button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “DEFAULT TEMPO,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the MIDI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO

value in a range of 20–250.

The display will indicate the value you specified.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

MIDI CLOCK OUTPUT PORT

This setting specifies the port from which MIDI clock will be output when “MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF” is On.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “MIDI CLOCK,” and press the [ENTER]

button.

fig.lcd-CLKOUTPUTPORT.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “CLK

OUTPUT PORT,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-CLKOUTPUTPORT1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the

MIDI CLOCK OUTPUT PORT.

The display will indicate the port you specified.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

Number Setting Explanation

1 PORT 1 MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted from “A-PRO 1.”

2 PORT 2 MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted from “A-PRO 2.”

3 1AND2

MIDI CLOCK will be transmitted from “A-PRO 1” and “A-PRO 2.”

USB-related Settings

ADVANCED DRIVER MODE

Here’s how to turn ADVANCED DRIVER MODE on/off. We recommend that you normally leave this On. If you change this setting, the new setting will take force after you’ve turned the power off, then on again.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “USB SETTING,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “USB ADV DRIVER,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the USB MIDI driver type.

Setting Explanation

OFF

Choose this if you want to use the standard MIDI driver provided by your operating system (p. 73). (Standard driver mode)

This setting uses FPT technology to allow high-speed MIDI communication. Choose this if you’ve installed the driver as described in p. 12 and following.

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

* FPT = Fast Processing Technology of MIDI Transmission

This takes full advantage of the USB bandwidth to process MIDI data in an optimal way at all times, depending on the amount of MIDI data to be transmitted.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

MIDI-related Settings

MIDI I/F SWITCH

This setting specifies whether the MIDI connectors will be used as a MIDI interface.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “MIDI SETTING,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

Setting Explanation

MIDI OUT device

A-PRO MIDI OUT

A-PRO

MIDI IN device

A-PRO MIDI IN

A-PRO 1

A-PRO 2

MIDI OUT device

A-PRO MIDI OUT

A-PRO

MIDI IN device

A-PRO MIDI IN

A-PRO 1

A-PRO 2

OFF

MIDI messages received by the A-PRO keyboard will not be transmitted from the A-PRO. MIDI messages will be exchanged between the A-PRO and the computer, and between the A-PRO and the external MIDI device.

The A-PRO keyboard’s MIDI connectors will operate as a MIDI interface. MIDI messages from the computer connected via USB to the A-PRO will be transmitted to a sound module connected to the A-PRO’s MIDI OUT connector. MIDI messages from a MIDI device connected to the A-PRO’s MIDI IN connector will be sent to the computer.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “MIDI I/F SWITCH,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the MIDI I/F setting.

The display will indicate the value you selected.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

MIDI I/F MODE OFF

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

USB

MIDI messages

BULK reception

PORT 1

PORT 2/ BULK transmission

MIDI I/F MODE ON

MIDI OUT

USB

MIDI messages

BULK reception

PORT 1

PORT 2/ BULK transmission

MIDI IN

MIDI MERGE DESTINATION

The A-PRO provides a [MIDI MERGE] switch (p. 11). Here’s how to specify the port that will be merged as the MIDI MERGE DESTINATION when the [MIDI MERGE] switch is On. The MIDI MERGE function is convenient when an external MIDI controller other than the A-PRO is connected to the A-PRO’s MIDI IN connector. For example, you might connect a second A-PRO unit, and use one A-PRO to play a software synthesizer while using the other A-PRO unit to control your DAW software.

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “MIDI SETTING,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “MIDI MERGE DEST,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the desired MIDI merge

destination.

The display will indicate the value you selected.

Number Setting Explanation

1 PORT1 Messages received at MIDI IN will be merged into the A-PRO’s PORT 1.

2 PORT2 Messages received at MIDI IN will be merged into the A-PRO’s PORT 2.

3 MIDI OUT

Messages received at MIDI IN will be merged into the A-PRO’s MIDI OUT.

5 Press the [ENTER] button to return to Play mode.

MIDI MERGE switch and MIDI MERGE DESTINATION

fig.MIDI-MERGE.eps

MIDI I/F MODE ON

MIDI OUT device

MIDI IN device

A-PRO MIDI OUT

A-PRO

A-PRO MIDI IN

A-PRO 1

A-PRO 2

USB

BULK reception

PORT 1

PORT 2/ BULK transmission

MIDI OUT

PORT 1 ON

PORT 2

OFF

MIDI messages

MIDI MERGE DESTINATION

In this illustration, the [MIDI MERGE] switch is On and the MIDI MERGE DESTINATION is set to Port 2, so that messages received at MIDI IN are merged with the messages of Port 2 and sent to the computer.

* If you turn the [MIDI MERGE] switch On, no messages will arrive even if you’ve selected A-PRO MIDI IN as the MIDI IN device on your computer.

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

[MIDI MERGE] switch

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

Control Map Settings

STARTUP MEMORY

Here you can specify which control map is to be called up when the A-PRO is powered up.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “SYSTEM SETTING,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-STARTUPMEMORY.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to select

“STARTUP MEMORY,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-STARTUPMEMORY1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to choose

“CTL MAP 0” or “LAST ACC MAP.”

Setting Explanation

CTL MAP 0 Control map number 0 will be selected at start-up.

LAST ACC MAP

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

The control map that was last selected and saved will be called up upon start-up.

[VALUE] knob Settings

FUNCTION

Here you can specify the function that is to be controlled by the [VALUE] knob when the cursor is located at USER ASSIGN.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “FUNCTION,” and press the [ENTER]

button.

fig.lcd-FUNCKEYVELO.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to choose the

parameter that will be assigned to the [VALUE] knob.

4 Press the [ENTER] button. 5 If you selected “CONTROL CHANGE” as the parameter, use the

[VALUE] knob to specify the desired control change number.

6 Press the [ENTER] button.

Value Setting Explanation Value range

Fixes the key velocity value. The A-PRO detects the force with which you play the keyboard, and transmits this as the velocity value;

1 KEY VELOCITY

2 BANK LSB

3 BANK MSB

CONTROL

CHANGE

5 TEMPO Specifies the MIDI CLOCK tempo. 20–250

however, this setting causes a fixed velocity to be transmitted regardless of how strongly you strike the keyboard. Use this if you don’t want your playing dynamics to have an effect.

Specifies the bank select LSB (CC#32).

Specifies the bank select MSB (CC#00).

Specifies a control change. 0–127

TOUCH, 1–127 *If you choose

0–127

TOUCH, the transmitted velocity value will depend on your keyboard playing strength.

Other Settings

H-ACTIVITY ON/OFF L9 FUNCTION

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

Turn this On when using certain applications (such as Pro Tools LE). If this is On, the message “90 00 7F” will be transmitted to “A-PRO 2” at intervals of approximately 500 ms.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “SYSTEM SETTING,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-HACTVTY.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to choose

“H-ACTVTY ON/OFF,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-HACTVTY1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify

either “ON” or “OFF.”

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

This specifies the function of the [HOLD] button.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “SYSTEM SETTING,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-L9FUNC.eps

3 Use the [VALUE] knob to choose “L9

FUNCTION,” and press the [ENTER] button.

fig.lcd-L9FUNC1.eps

4 Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the

function of [HOLD] button.

Value Setting Explanation

1 L9 Any desired MIDI message can be assigned to the button.

2 HOLD

3 VLINK The button will operate as a V-LINK ON/OFF button.

The button will allow the sound to continue even after you take your hand off the pad.

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

OMNI

Refer to “What is OMNI?” (p. 42).

FACTORY RESET

This will return the A-PRO to its factory-set condition.

1 Simultaneously press the [ACT] button and the [ ] button.

2 Use the [VALUE] knob to select “FACTORY RESET,” and press the

[ENTER] button.

“SURE?” will appear, blinking, in the display.

fig.lcd-RESETSURE.eps

3 If you are sure that you want to

execute the factory reset operation, press the [ENTER] button.

“FACTORY RESET” will appear, blinking, in the display while the factory reset operation is being carried out. Once the factory reset is complete, “COMPLETE!” will appear in the display. You’ll then be returned to Play mode.

Appendices

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Two MIDI Ports

If the A-PRO is connected to your computer via USB, the A-PRO will be able to use two MIDI output ports (PORT 1 and PORT 2). Each controller of the A-PRO can be assigned to send its MIDI messages to either port. For details on how to make this assignment, refer to “Using Control Maps” (p. 29) or “Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard” (p. 48).

fig.MIDI-port1-e.eps

If you’re using DAW software, and you’re simply controlling the sound module for the part that’s producing the sound, the A-PRO’s controllers can use the same MIDI output port as the keyboard. When the A-PRO is in the default state, the A-PRO’s keyboard performance data will also be sent from PORT 1, so you can assign the controllers to PORT 1 as well.

fig.MIDI-port2-e.eps

Some DAW software has an input port used to control the mixer section of the DAW software. Since the A-PRO has two MIDI output ports, you can use one port to play sounds and control the sound module, while using the other port to control your DAW software.

A-PRO

PORT1

PORT2 A-PRO 2

PORT1

A-PRO 1

DAW software

Track

Recorded on a track

DAW software

Track

Recorded on a track

THRU

Software synthesizer

THRU

Software synthesizer

MIDI OUT

MIDI sound module

A-PRO

PORT2 A-PRO 2

PORT1

PORT2 A-PRO 2

A-PRO 1

DAW software

Track

Recorded on a track

fig.MIDI-port3-e.eps

For example, if you want to use the A-PRO’s [A1]–[A8] buttons to switch sounds on your sound

THRU

Software synthesizer

MIDI OUT

MIDI sound module

module, and use the [S1]–[S9] sliders to control the volume faders of your DAW software’s mixer, you could assign the controllers to MIDI output ports as follows.

[A1]–[A8] buttons: PORT 1 [S1]–[S9] sliders: PORT 2

* For details on how to control your DAW software, refer to the owner’s manual for the DAW

software you’re using.

Appendices

Connecting the A-PRO Directly to a Sound Module

You can connect the A-PRO connected directly to a MIDI sound module, and use it to play and control the sound module.

If you’re not connecting the A-PRO to your computer via USB, you’ll need to use a separately available AC adaptor. You can purchase the appropriate AC adaptor from your dealer.

fig.MIDI-External-e.eps

MIDI IN

MIDI sound module (sold separately)

Indicator

DC IN

AC adaptor

(sold separately)

MIDI OUT

921

* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or

other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

* Place the AC adaptor (sold separately) so the side with

the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards.The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

1 Use a MIDI cable to connect the A-PRO’s MIDI OUT connector to the MIDI IN connector of your MIDI sound module.

2 Connect the AC adaptor to the A-PRO’s DC IN jack. 3 Set the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch to “DC” to turn on the power.

Also, switch on the power to your MIDI sound module.

4 Set the A-PRO’s current channel to match the MIDI receive channel of your MIDI sound module. 5 When you play the keyboard, your MIDI sound module will produce sound.

About Standard Driver Mode

Use this mode if you want to use the standard driver provided by your operating system.

Installing the Standard Driver Input/output Device Settings

Appendices

1 Switch off “ADVANCED DRIVER MODE” (p. 65).

2 Close all currently running software. 3 Turn the A-PRO’s [POWER] switch off, then on again.

The driver will be installed automatically.

In order to use the A-PRO with your software, you’ll need to choose the A-PRO as the MIDI input/output device. For details on how to make this setting, refer to the documentation of your software.

Windows 7/Windows Vista users

MIDI output device

MIDI input device

* The A-PRO’s MIDI input/output device cannot be used by the Media Player included

with Windows 7/Vista.

A-PRO MIDIOUT2 (A-PRO)

A-PRO MIDIIN2 (A-PRO) MIDIIN3 (A-PRO)

Windows XP users

MIDI output device

MIDI input device

USB audio device USB audio device [2]

USB audio device USB audio device [2] USB audio device [3]

Mac OS X users

To specify the MIDI input/output settings for Mac OS X, perform the Audio MIDI settings described in step 13 and following of “Mac OS X Users” (p. 17).

Troubleshooting

If you experience problems, read this chapter first. It contains information that will help you solve the problem.

* For help with Windows or Mac OS X operation, refer to the documentation for your computer or operating system.

Problems when Installing the Driver

Can’t start up the installer

Is the CD-ROM inserted correctly in your CD-ROM drive?

Make sure that the CD-ROM is correctly inserted in the CD-ROM drive.

Are there any devices labeled “Other,” “Unknown,” or “?/!/X” in the Device Manager?

If driver installation was not completed successfully, the partially installed driver may remain in an incomplete state. Reinstall the A-PRO driver as described in “Reinstalling the driver” (p. 80).

Could the CD-ROM itself or the lens of your CD-ROM drive be dirty?

The installer may not operate correctly if the CD-ROM or the lens of your CD-ROM drive is dirty. Use a commercially available CD cleaner or lens cleaner to clean the disc or lens.

Are you attempting to install from a networked CD-ROM drive?

The driver cannot be installed from a CD-ROM drive on the network.

A warning or error appears during the installation (Windows)

Could you have connected the A-PRO to your computer before installing the driver?

If you connect the A-PRO to your computer before installing the driver, an error message may appear when you begin the installation. Reinstall the A-PRO driver as described in “Reinstalling the driver” (p. 80).

Can’t install the driver according to the procedure

Did you log on to Windows with the appropriate user privileges?

You must log onto Windows using one of the following user names.

• A user name belonging to the Administrators group, such as Administrator

• A user name whose account type is Computer Administrator

* For details, ask the system administrator for your computer.

In some cases, you may be unable to install the driver because of the “Driver signing option” settings.

Refer to “Driver signing option settings (Windows XP)” (p. 80) and make the appropriate settings.

Could other software be running, perhaps in the background (such as anti-virus software)?

The installation may not occur correctly if other software is running. Be sure to close all other software before you perform the installation.

Troubleshooting

Installation is not successfully completed when you connect the A-PRO

Could the A-PRO’s ADVANCED DRIVER mode switch be OFF?

Refer to “ADVANCED DRIVER MODE” (p. 65) and set the A-PRO’s ADVANCED DRIVER MODE to ON. Then, install the driver again.

After you connect the A-PRO, it may take several tens of seconds or several minutes before it is recognized by your computer.

This is not a malfunction. Please wait until the Found New Hardware Wizard appears.

Is the A-PRO connected?

Make sure that the A-PRO is correctly connected to your computer.

Could your computer be operating on its battery?

Operation may be unstable if your computer is operating on battery power. Please use your computer with its power supply connected.

Could you be using a bus-powered USB hub (a hub that does not require a power supply)?

The A-PRO cannot be used with a bus-powered USB hub (a hub that does not need a separate power supply). Use it with a self-powered USB hub (a hub that has an internal power supply or AC adaptor).

Could a USB device other than a mouse or keyboard be connected?

Disconnect all USB devices (other than a mouse and keyboard, if used) from your computer before performing the installation.

Check the power management settings of your computer.

Your computer’s power management settings may be limiting the power that is supplied to USB. Take a look at your computer’s power management settings. ➝ “Power management settings” (p. 81)

Does your computer meet the requirements of the USB specification?

Operation may be unstable if your computer does not meet the electrical requirements of the USB specification. In this case, you may be able to solve the problem by connecting a self-powered USB hub (a USB hub that has an internal power supply or an AC adaptor).

“Found New Hardware Wizard” appears even though you’ve installed the driver (Windows XP)

Could you have connected the A-PRO to a different USB connector than the one you used when installing the driver?

If your computer or USB hub has two or more USB connectors, connecting the A-PRO to a different USB connector may cause your computer to ask for the driver file even though the driver has already been installed. This behavior does not indicate a malfunction. Install the driver as described in step 9 of Installing the Driver (p. 15).

A number such as “2-” appears at the beginning of the device name (Windows)

Could you have connected the A-PRO to a different USB port?

If you connect the A-PRO to a different USB port, some operating systems may automatically add a number to the beginning of the device name, but this should not be a problem when using the A-PRO. If you want to return to the device name that does not have this number, you can either connect the A-PRO to the same USB port as when you installed it, or install the driver once again. ➝ “Reinstalling the driver” (p. 80)

Troubleshooting

Problems with Settings

Can’t select/use the A-PRO within software or in system settings

Could the A-PRO be in use by other software?

Close all software you currently have running. Next, switch off the A-PRO’s power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, reinstall the driver. ➝ “Reinstalling the driver” (p. 80)

Is the driver installed correctly?

Driver installation may have failed. Please reinstall the driver. ➝ “Reinstalling the driver” (p. 80)

Is the A-PRO device name shown?

If the device name is not displayed, it may be that the driver installation failed. Please reinstall the driver. ➝ “Reinstalling the driver” (p. 80)

Could the computer to which the A-PRO is connected have entered standby (suspend) mode, hibernate mode, or sleep mode?

Close all software that’s using the A-PRO. Next, switch off the A-PRO’s power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.

Could you have disconnected and reconnected the USB cable while using the A-PRO?

Close all software that’s using the A-PRO. Next, switch off the A-PRO’s power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.

Could the A-PRO have been connected when the computer started up?

On some computers, the A-PRO may be unusable if it is already connected when the computer starts up. Start up your computer, and then connect the A-PRO.

Could you be using the Media Player included with Windows?

The A-PRO’s MIDI device cannot be selected for Media Player on Windows 7 or Windows Vista.

Have you made “Audio MIDI Settings”? (Mac OS X)

Make the appropriate Audio MIDI Settings as described in “Mac OS X Users” (p. 17).

Problems when Playing

Playback contains clicks, dropouts, or other problems

Troubleshooting

Check the power management settings

You may be able to eliminate clicks and pops by changing your system’s power management settings. ➝ “Power management settings” (p. 81)

Try updating the driver of your display adaptor (Windows)

You may be able to eliminate clicks and pops by updating the driver for the display adaptor installed in your computer.

Have you set the system’s “Performance” setting? (Windows)

You may be able to solve the problem by changing the “Performance” setting of the system. ➝ “System “Performance” settings (Windows)” (p. 82)

Could other software programs be running?

Close software that you’re not using. If the window of a Windows program has been closed but it is still shown in the taskbar, that program is still running. Close all unneeded software that’s shown in the taskbar.

Have you tried Windows Update or Microsoft Update? (Windows)

Try using Windows Update or Microsoft Update (provided by the Microsoft Corporation) to update your system to the latest version.

In the driver settings dialog box, try selecting the “Light Load” check box

To change or check this setting, proceed as directed in “Changing or verifying the driver settings (Windows)” (p. 80). Changes to this setting will take effect after you turn the A-PRO’s power off, then on again. Unless you are experiencing problems, you should leave this check box cleared (the default state).

Try disabling the LAN

In your computer’s Device Manager, try disabling LAN (wired/wireless). If this eliminates the clicks and pops, it may be that updating your LAN driver or BIOS may solve the problem. Check whether updated software is available.

Could you have connected the A-PRO to a USB hub?

Try connecting the A-PRO directly to a USB connector on your computer.

Are you using the included USB cable?

You must use the included USB cable when using the A-PRO. Some commercially available USB cables do not meet the requirements of the USB standard, and this may prevent the A-PRO from operating correctly.

Could you have updated the Mac OS X software while A-PRO was connected?

It has been found that clicks or pops can occur if you performed a Mac OS X software update while the A-PRO was connected. If so, install the driver once again.

Troubleshooting

Can’t play There is a time lag between playing the keyboard and

Was the driver installed correctly?

Driver installation may have failed. Reinstall the driver. ➝ “Reinstalling the driver” (p. 80)

Did you make input/output device settings for your software?

Refer to the owner’s manual of your software and to the following pages, and select the A-PRO as the input/output device.

• Windows : ➝ “Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows)” (p. 19)

•Mac OSX: ➝ “Checking in GarageBand (Mac OS X)” (p. 20)

Could the A-PRO be in use by other software?

Could the computer to which the A-PRO is connected have entered standby (suspend) mode, hibernate mode, or sleep mode?

Close all software that’s using the A-PRO. Next, switch off the A-PRO’s power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.

Could you have disconnected and reconnected the USB cable while using the A-PRO?

Close all software that’s using the A-PRO. Next, switch off the A-PRO’s power, then turn it back on again. If this does not solve the problem, restart your computer.

Could the A-PRO have been connected when the computer started up?

On some computers, the A-PRO may be unusable if it is already connected when the computer starts up. Start up your computer, and then connect the A-PRO.

hearing the software synthesizer

A software synthesizer produces its sounds via the sound card of your computer. There will be a time lag (“latency”) before the sound of the software synthesizer can be heard as actual sound from the sound card. Regardless of the combination of software synthesizer and sound card, there will always be some latency, but by using the appropriate combination of software and sound card together with the correct settings, it is often possible to shorten latency to the point that it causes no problems in practice. In general, the following settings will be effective in shortening the latency.

• Decrease the audio buffer size of your software

• Decrease the buffer size of your sound card

For details on these settings, refer to the owner’s manual for your software and sound card.

When using the A-PRO with DAW software, you’re unable to send system exclusive messages to an external sound module

You’ll need to make settings in your DAW software to enable the function that passes system exclusive messages through to your sound module. For details on how to enable this, refer to the owner’s manual for your software.

Bender lever does not apply pitch bend or modulation

The A-PRO lets you assign MIDI messages to the bender and modulation controllers of the bender lever. If such assignments have been made, the lever won’t produce pitch bend or modulation. Set the bender and modulation to NO ASSIGN as described in “Clearing an Assignment (NO ASSIGN)” (p. 56).

Aftertouch not applied

The A-PRO lets you assign a MIDI message to the aftertouch controller. If such an assignment has been made, aftertouch will not be applied. Set aftertouch to No Assign as described in “Clearing an Assignment (NO ASSIGN)” (p. 56).

MIDI Implementation Chart

Model: A-300PRO/500PRO/800PRO

Function...

Basic Channel

Mode

Note Number

Velocity

Aftertouch

Pitch Bend

Control Change

Program Change

System Exclusive

System Common

System Real Time

Aux Message

Default Changed

Default Messages Altered

: True Voice

Note ON Note OFF

Key’s Ch’s

: True #

: Song Pos : Song Sel : Tune

: Clock : Command

: All Sound O : Reset All Controller : Local control : All Notes O : Active Sense : Reset

Date : Jan. 16, 2010 Version : 1.00

Transmitted Recognized Remarks

1 1–16

Mode 3 OMNI ON/OFF, MONO, POLY

**************

0–127 **************

O (9n v=1–127) O (8n v=1–127), (9n v=0)

O O

O (0–127) **************

O O (0–127) O

O O

O *1 (120) O *1 (121) O O *1 (123) O O

X X

X X X

X X

X X X

X X

X X X X X X

Notes

*1 Transmits When the Panic function is executed.

Mode 1 : OMNI ON, POLY Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY

Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO

O : Yes X : No

Main Specifications

A-300PRO/500PRO/800PRO: MIDI KEYBOARD CONTROLLER

● Keyboard

A-300PRO: 32 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch) A-500PRO: 49 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch) A-800PRO: 61 keys (with velocity and channel aftertouch)

● Controllers

Pads: [A1]–[A8] Buttons: [B1]–[B4], [L1]–[L9] Knobs: [R1]–[R9] Sliders: [S1]–[S9] Foot Pedals: HOLD (P1), EXPRESSION (P2) Bender Lever: BENDER, MODULATION Keyboard Aftertouch: AFTERTOUCH [VALUE] knob

● Buttons

[ACT] button, [ ] button, [ ] button, [DUAL] button, [SPLIT] button,

[UPPER] button, [LOWER] button, [SHIFT] button, [TRANSPOSE] button, OCTAVE [–] [+] button

● Display

16 characters, 2 lines LCD (with Backlight)

● Side Panel

[POWER] Switch (USB/OFF/DC IN) [MIDI MERGE] Switch (ON/OFF)

● Connectors

HOLD (P1) Pedal Jack: 1/4 inch phone type EXPRESSION (P2) Pedal Jack: 1/4 inch TRS phone type MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT) USB Connector DC IN Jack

● Power Supply

DC 9 V (AC Adaptor) or USB Bus Power

● Current Draw

300 mA (AC Adaptor) 300 mA (USB Bus Power)

● Dimensions

A-300PRO: 605.9 (W) x 250.8 (D) x 91.4 (H) mm

23-7/8 (W) x 9-7/8 (D) x 3-5/8 (H) inches

A-500PRO: 838.9 (W) x 250.8 (D) x 91.4 (H) mm

33-1/16 (W) x 9-7/8 (D) x 3-5/8 (H) inches

A-800PRO: 1001.9 (W) x 250.8 (D) x 91.4 (H) mm

39-1/2 (W) x 9-7/8 (D) x 3-5/8 (H) inches

● Weight

A-300PRO: 2.9 kg / 6 lbs 7 oz A-500PRO: 3.8 kg / 8 lbs 7 oz A-800PRO: 4.5 kg / 9 lbs 15 oz

● Accessories

A-PRO CD-ROM Cakewalk Production Plus Pack DVD-ROM USB Cable Owner’s Manual Cakewalk Production Plus Pack installation guide License agreement

● Options

Pedal Switch: DP-2/DP-10 Expression Pedal: EV-5/EV-7 AC Adaptor (Please contact the retailer from whom you purchased the product, or the nearest Roland Service Center.)

* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications, appearance, and/or

contents of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

Index

AC Adaptor ................................................................... 72

ACT ................................................................................... 21

[ACT] Button ................................................................... 8

ADVANCED DRIVER MODE ...................................... 65

ADVANCED DRIVER SWITCH ................................... 57

AFT Mode ...................................................................... 25

Aftertouch ..................................................................... 25

Aftertouch Assignment ............................................ 50

Aftertouch Mode ........................................................ 25

A-PRO .............................................................................. 23

A-PRO 1 ............................................................ 25, 61, 64

A-PRO 2 ............................................................ 25, 61, 64

A-PRO Editor ................................................................. 22

Assign Message .................................................... 24, 29

BANK ........................................................................ 43, 68

Bank Select ............................................................. 35, 68

Bend Range ................................................................... 41

Bender Lever ........................................................... 9, 41

bus power ..................................................................... 11

Button Mode ......................................................... 25, 55

Cakewalk Production Plus Pack ............................... 2

CC#00 .............................................................................. 68

CC#32 .............................................................................. 68

Center Click ................................................................... 55

Channel Message .................... 24, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37

Channel Pressure ................................................. 25, 33

Checksum ...................................................................... 38

Clearing an Assignment ........................................... 56

Clock ................................................................................ 64

Control Change ........................................................... 34

Control Change Assignment .................................. 51

Control Map ........................................................... 22, 27

Controllers .............................................................. 10, 24

Copied ............................................................................ 56

Copy ................................................................................ 27

Copying an Assignment ........................................... 56

Current Channel .......................................................... 42

DC ..................................................................................... 11

DC IN Jack ............................................................... 11, 72

Display .............................................................................. 8

Driver Signing Options Settings ............................ 80

DUAL ............................................................................... 45

[DUAL] Button ................................................................ 9

Edit Menu ...................................................................... 27

EDIT Mode ..................................................................... 48

Edit Mode ...................................................................... 41

Encoder Simulate ....................................................... 37

[ENTER] Button .............................................................. 8

Export Assign List ....................................................... 27

EXPRESSION .................................................................. 11

EXPRESSION (P2) Jack ............................................... 11

F6 ...................................................................................... 37

FACTORY RESET .................................................... 58, 70

Free Message ........................................................ 24, 39

FUNCTION ..................................................................... 57

H-ACTIVITY .................................................................... 69

H-ACTIVITY ON/OFF ................................................... 58

Help Menu ..................................................................... 27

HOLD ............................................................................... 11

HOLD (P1) Jack ............................................................ 11

[HOLD] Button ............................................................. 10

INCREASE ....................................................................... 55

Increase .......................................................................... 25

Input Port ....................................................................... 23

Install the Driver

Mac OS X ................................................................. 17

Windows 7 .............................................................. 12

Windows Vista ....................................................... 12

Windows XP ........................................................... 15

KEY VELOCITY ............................................................... 68

KEYBOARD ACTIVE PART ................................... 57, 62

KEYBOARD AFTERTOUCH CURVE .................. 57, 61

KEYBOARD PORT SET ......................................... 57, 61

Keyboard Set Window .............................................. 26

Keyboard Sets .............................................................. 40

Keyboard Shortcuts ................................................... 28

KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE .......................... 57, 60

Knob .................................................................................. 8

Index

L9 FUNCTION ........................................................ 58, 69

LATCH ...................................................................... 25, 55

LCD CONTRAST .................................................... 57, 59

Loading a Control Map that was Saved on Your

Computer ...................................................................... 32

LOWER ..................................................................... 44, 45

[LOWER] Button ............................................................. 9

LSB ................................................................................... 68

Mac OS X ........................................................................ 17

Main Window ............................................................... 24

Memory Sets ................................................................. 32

Message assignment window ............................... 24

MIDI Channel ................................................................ 42

MIDI CLOCK ..................................................... 39, 54, 64

MIDI CLOCK DEFAULT TEMPO ............................... 57

MIDI CLOCK ON/OFF ................................................. 57

MIDI CLOCK PORT SET .............................................. 57

MIDI Connector ........................................................... 11

MIDI Devices .......................................................... 23, 27

MIDI I/F SWITCH ................................................... 57, 66

MIDI interface ............................................................... 66

MIDI MERGE DESTINATION .............................. 57, 67

[MIDI MERGE] Switch .......................................... 11, 67

MIDI Port ................................................................. 23, 71

MIDI Sound Module ................................................... 72

MIDI Transmit Channel ............................................. 42

Min-Max ......................................................................... 35

Modulation ................................................................... 41

MSB .................................................................................. 68

Name ............................................................................... 29

New .................................................................................. 27

NO ASSIGN ............................................... 24, 27, 33, 56

Non-Registered Parameter ..................................... 36

Note ................................................................................. 33

Note Assignments ...................................................... 49

NRPN ........................................................................ 36, 53

OCTAVE Buttons ........................................................... 9

Octave Shift .................................................................. 41

OMNI ........................................................................ 42, 58

Open ................................................................................ 27

Options Menu .............................................................. 27

Output Port ..................................................... 23, 25, 29

Pad ............................................................................ 10, 63

PAD AFTERTOUCH CURVE ................................ 57, 63

PAD VELOCITY CURVE ........................................ 57, 63

Paste ................................................................................ 27

Performing .................................................................... 41

Pitch ................................................................................... 9

Pitch Bend ..................................................................... 41

Play Mode ...................................................................... 41

Playing Dynamics ....................................................... 46

Polyphonic Key Pressure ................................... 25, 34

Port .................................................................................. 23

[Power] Switch ............................................................. 11

PRM MUTE ..................................................................... 47

PROGRAM CHANGE ................................................... 43

Program Change .................................................. 34, 35

Program Change – Dec ............................................ 35

Program Change – Inc .............................................. 36

Program Change (Min-Max) ................................... 35

Program Change Assignment ................................ 52

Registered Parameter Number .............................. 36

Rotary Encoder ............................................................ 37

RPN ........................................................................... 36, 53

Save ................................................................................. 27

Saving a Control Map on Your Computer ......... 32

Security Slot .................................................................. 11

Selecting Sounds ........................................................ 43

[SHIFT] Button ................................................................ 9

SHIFT KEY LATCH ................................................. 57, 62

shortcuts ........................................................................ 28

Show Keyboard Panel ............................................... 27

Show Messages ........................................................... 27

Sliders .............................................................................. 10

SMF ........................................................................... 27, 32

SONAR ............................................................................ 21

SPLIT ................................................................................ 45

[SPLIT] Button ................................................................ 9

Standard Driver Mode .............................................. 73

STARTUP MEMORY ..................................................... 57

System Ex. ............................................................... 24, 38

System Exclusive Message ...................................... 38

System Realtime .......................................................... 24

System Realtime Message ....................................... 37

System Settings ........................................................... 57

Tempo ...................................................................... 24, 39

Tempo Assignment ................................................... 54

Tempo control ............................................................. 24

Title .................................................................................. 24

Transmission ................................................................ 31

TRANSPOSE ..................................................... 41, 57, 62

[TRANSPOSE] Button ................................................... 9

Tune Request ........................................................ 24, 37

Uninstall the driver

Mac OS X ................................................................. 79

Windows ................................................................. 79

UNLATCH ....................................................................... 55

Unlatch ........................................................................... 25

UPPER ....................................................................... 44, 45

[UPPER] Button .............................................................. 9

USB ................................................................................... 11

USB Cable ................................................................. 2

USB Connector ............................................................ 11

Index

8, 46

VELOCITY ....................................................................... 46

Velocity Curve .............................................................. 60

Velocity Responds ...................................................... 46

Vibrato ....................................................................... 9, 41

View Assign list ............................................................ 27

Viewing an assignment list ..................................... 30

Viewing the assigned messages ........................... 30

Virtual Center Click ..................................................... 55

V-LINK ............................................................................. 10

For the U.K.

WARNING: IMPORTANT:

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the

terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or

by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE

For the USA

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Compliance Information Statement

Model Name :

Type of Equipment :

Responsible Party :

Address :

Telephone :

A-300PRO/A-500PRO/A-800PRO MIDI Keyboard Controller Cakewalk, Inc. 268 Summer Street Boston, MA 02210 (617) 423-9004

For C.A. US (Proposition 65

WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.

)

For EU Countries

This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

For the USA

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Unauthorized changes or modication to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.

For Canada

NOTICE

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

AVIS

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

For EU Countries

For China

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Roland 5100009796-02, A-800PRO, A-500PRO, A-300PRO, A-PRO User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents of the Package

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

IMPORTANT NOTES

Contents

Names of Things and What They Do

Panel

Side Panel

Installing the Driver

Windows 7/Windows Vista Users

Windows XP Users

Mac OS X Users

Verifying that Installation was Successful

Checking with a SONAR Soft Synths (Windows)

Checking in GarageBand (Mac OS X)

Look what You Can Do with the A-PRO

Play

Use ACT

Use Control Maps

Create Your Own Settings

Using A-PRO Editor

Installing A-PRO Editor

Windows Users

Mac OS X Users

MIDI Port Assignments

Windows Users

Mac OS X Users

Items in the Windows

Main Window

Message Assignment Window

Keyboard Set Window

Menus

File Menu

Edit Menu

Options Menu

Help Menu

Keyboard Shortcuts

Using Control Maps

Assigning MIDI Messages

Checking the Assigned MIDI Messages

Receiving a Control Map from the A-PRO Transmitting a Control Map to the A-PRO

Saving a Control Map on Your Computer Loading a Control Map that was Saved on Your

Message Parameters

Using Keyboard Sets

Receiving a Keyboard Set Transmitting a Keyboard Set

Performing (Play Mode)

Playing the Keyboard

Convenient Performance Functions

Specifying the Current Channel (MIDI Transmit Channel)

MIDI Channel

Selecting Sounds (PROGRAM CHANGE/BANK)

PROGRAM CHANGE

Bank Select (BANK)

Selecting the UPPER and LOWER Sounds

Selecting the UPPER Sound

Selecting the LOWER Sound

Layering Two Sounds (DUAL)

Playing Two Sounds Separately (SPLIT)

Adjusting the Playing Dynamics (VELOCITY)

Specifying a Fixed Velocity (KEY VELOCITY) Changing the Keyboard Touch (VELOCITY CURVE)

Muting the Controller Values (PRM MUTE)

PRM MUTE

Assigning MIDI Messages (EDIT Mode)

Assigning a MIDI Message on the A-PRO Keyboard

Note Assignments

Aftertouch Assignment

Control Change Assignment

Program Change Assignment

RPN/NRPN Assignment

Tempo Assignment

Convenient Functions

Copying an Assignment Clearing an Assignment (NO ASSIGN)

System Settings (EDIT Mode)

LCD Contrast Setting

LCD CONTRAST

Keyboard-related Settings

KEYBOARD VELOCITY CURVE