EasyKey 25, EasyKey 49, EasyKey 61
MIDI keyboard
user manual
Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
E-mail: info@thomann.de
Internet: www.thomann.de
15.09.2014, ID: 337438, 337441, 337442
Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................ 4
1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 6
3 Features....................................................................................................................................... 7
4 Connections and operating elements.......................................................................... 8
5 Functions.................................................................................................................................. 12
6 MIDI implementation chart............................................................................................. 17
7 Technical specifications.................................................................................................... 18
8 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 19
Table of contents
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read
and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for
future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell
the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are
subject to change.
1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and
details on the following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search
Use the search function in the electronic version to find the
topics of interest for you quickly.
Online guides
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical
basics and terms.
Personal consultation
For personal consultation please contact our
technical hotline.
Service
If you have any problems with the device the
customer service will gladly assist you.
1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’, ‘OFF’ .
Letterings
Displays
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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a
step is indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
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Automatic operation is started.
3. Switch off the device.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words
that are used in this manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
an immediate dangerous situation that will result in
death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate‐
rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
Instructions
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used to control electronic tone generators. Use the
device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other oper‐
ating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or
property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper
use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intel‐
lectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons
may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is
responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and
are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the
like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage,
never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight,
heavy dirt, and strong vibrations.
Intended use
Safety
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3 Features
n Full size MIDI keyboard featuring 25 / 49 / 61 touch sensitive keys
n Pitch bend and modulation wheel
n Programmable encoder
n Integrated volume control
n Octave / transpose function
n Pedal port
n 1 × MIDI out
n Power supply via USB cable
n Compatible with Windows Vista®, Windows XP® (SP1 and higher), Windows 7®,
Windows 8® and Mac OS X®
n Rugged aluminium housing
n Tablet shelf integrated in housing (EasyKey 49 and EasyKey 61)
n USB cable and sequencer software supplied
Features
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4 Connections and operating elements
Model overview
Connections and operating elements
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1 [MODULATION]
Modulation wheel.
2 [PITCHBEND]
Pitchbend wheel to vary the pitch when playing.
3 [OCTAVE]
Buttons to octave / transpose the keyboard.
4 [POWER]
Button to turn the device off.
5 Display.
6 [VOLUME]
Slide volume control.
7 [DATA]
Programmable encoder.
8 [EDIT]
Button to activate the Edit mode.
9 Piano keys with special functions in Edit mode
Key labelling: Function:
[PROG] Key to activate programme selection.
[RESET ALL] Key to reset all MIDI values.
[CHANNEL] Key to activate channel selection.
Operating panel
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[ALL NOTES OFF] Key to turn all notes off.
[BANK MSB | LSB] Key to assign the MIDI bank.
[VELOCITY CURVE] Key to adjust the touch sensitivity.
[DEFAULT] Key to reset all settings to factory defaults.
[ASSIGN FADER] Key to adjust the fader function.
[ASSIGN KNOB] Key to set the encoder function.
[ASSIGN MOD] Key to set the modulation wheel function.
[ASSIGN PEDAL] Key to set the pedal function.
[PRESET STORE] Key to store presets.
[PRESET LOAD] Key to load presets.
[ENTER] Key to confirm inputs.
[1…0] Numeric keys to enter values.
Connections and operating elements
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10 [USB]
Use the included USB cable to connect the USB port on the rear panel of the MIDI keyboard to the USB port of a com‐
puter.
Besides the data transmission, this interface also provides the power supply to the MIDI keyboard.
11 [MIDI OUT]
Use a MIDI cable to connect the MIDI port on the rear panel of the MIDI keyboard to the MIDI port of a sound module.
At MIDI connections, the device that controls other devices, is referred to as the ‘Master’. A device that is controlled via
MIDI is called ‘Slave’. Connect the MIDI OUT of the master to the MIDI IN of the slave. You can not connect the MIDI OUT
of a device to the MIDI IN of the same device.
12 [PEDAL]
Socket to connect a volume or sustain pedal, e.g.
Rear panel connections
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5 Functions
Proceed as follows to adjust the touch sensitivity:
1. Press [EDIT ] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Repeatedly press [VELOCITY CURVE ] until the desired value is shown in the dis‐
play. Value range: normal ‘nor’, soft ‘SoF’ , hard ‘hAr’ , ‘F–1’ , ‘F–2’ , ‘F–3’ .
3. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Use the slider to set the volume [VOLUME]. The slider can also be assigned to another
MIDI command.
With the arrow buttons [OCTAVE] you can transpose the pitch of the entire keyboard
up to three octaves up or down. The display shows the selected level ( ‘-03’… ‘0’ …
‘03’ ) and the corresponding arrow key lights up red simultaneously when octave
shifting.
Simultaneously press [EDIT] along with one of the arrow buttons [OCTAVE] to trans‐
pose the entire keyboard in semitones up or down. The current value appears in the
display ( ‘-12’… ‘0’ …‘12’ ).
Use the Pitchbend wheel to vary the pitch up or down while playing. How many sem‐
itones can be pitch bended up or down depends on the tone generator used.
The function of the modulation wheel depends on the tone generator used. Usually,
this controls the intensity of a vibrato effect.
Proceed as follows to assign another MIDI CC to the modulation wheel.
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [ASSIGN MOD].
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The currently set value is shown in the display.
3. Enter the desired value ( ‘1’… ‘127’ ) via the numeric keys.
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Setting the touch sensitivity
Setting the volume
Octave transposing
Transposing
Pitch bending
Modulation
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Proceed as follows to assign the MIDI bank:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [MSB] ([LSB]).
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The currently set value is shown in the display.
3. Enter the desired value ( ‘1’… ‘127’ ) via the numeric keys.
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Proceed as follows to send Programme Change commands
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [PROG].
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The currently set value is shown in the display.
3. Enter the desired value ( ‘1’… ‘127’ ) via the numeric keys.
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Proceed as follows to assign the MIDI channel:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [CHANNEL].
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The currently set value is shown in the display.
3. Enter the desired value ( ‘1’… ‘16’ ) via the numeric keys.
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Proceed as follows to store a preset:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [PRESET STORE].
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The display shows ‘Sto’.
3. Use the numeric keys to enter a value between ‘1’… ‘9’ .
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
MIDI bank assignment
Programme change
MIDI channel assignment
Storing a preset
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Proceed as follows to load a preset:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [PRESET LOAD].
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The display shows ‘Lod’.
3. Use the numeric keys to enter a value between ‘1’… ‘9’ .
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Proceed as follows to set the fader function:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [ASSIGN FADER].
ð
The currently set value is flashing in the display.
3. Enter the desired value ( ‘1’… ‘127’ ) via the numeric keys.
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Proceed as follows to set the pedal function:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [ASSIGN PEDAL].
ð
The currently set value is flashing in the display.
3. Enter the desired value ( ‘1’… ‘127’ ) via the numeric keys.
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Proceed as follows to set the encoder:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [ASSIGN KNOB].
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The currently set value is flashing in the display.
3. Enter the desired value ( ‘1’… ‘127’ ) via the numeric keys.
4. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
5. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Loading a preset
Fader function
Pedal function
Encoder
Functions
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Proceed as follows to turn all notes off:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [ALL NOTES OFF].
3. Confirm with [ENTER].
4. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Proceed as follows to reset the MIDI settings:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [RESET ALL].
3. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
4. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
Proceed as follows to reset the MIDI settings:
1. Press [EDIT] to activate the Edit mode.
2. Press [DEFAULT].
3. Confirm the input with [ENTER].
4. Press [EDIT] to leave the Edit mode.
All notes off (Panic function)
MIDI reset command
Reset to factory defaults
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Problem Possible causes and solutions
No power supply Check the USB cable for proper connection. Connect the MIDI
keyboard via the supplied USB cable to a computer for power
supply.
No sound when pressing keys Check hard and software for volume settings: Computer,
sound module, connected speakers.
Check MIDI ports and speaker cables for proper connection.
Check channel settings.
Check sequencer settings.
Correct settings if necessary and / or establish connections cor‐
rectly.
Continuous tone Toggle the sustain pedal polarity (if possible).
Try disconnecting the sustain pedal.
Check the MIDI filter settings on the tone generator or in the
software.
Reset the keyboard with [RESET ALL] or [ALL NOTES OFF] .
Wrong sounds Check the settings of the software sequencer or sound
module, restart / initialize if necessary.
No sound selection possible Check the settings of MSB and LSB, the software sequencer or
sound module, restart / initialize if necessary.
Wrong pitch Reset the transposed or octaved keyboard.
Reset the active MIDI pitch.
Function not available Check hardware configuration and connections, connect
cables correctly, replace defective components.
Missing, defective or unsupported drivers and / or software.
Install correct driver, update software.
The troubleshooting information does not claim to be complete.
Troubleshooting
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6 MIDI implementation chart
MIDI stands for ‘Musical Instrument Digital Interface’ and represents the standard
interface between a computer and electronic instruments. You can use the USB con‐
nection to exchange MIDI data with computers.
The MIDI keyboard can be connected to a computer (via USB) and to a sound module
(via MIDI).
Function Sent Received
Basic Channel Default 1 No
Changed 1-16
Note Number 0 – 127 No
Velocity Note ON Yes
v = 1 – 127
No
Note OFF Yes
v = 0 – 127
No
Pitch Bend Yes No
Control Change 0 – 127 No
Program Change Yes No
What is MIDI?
MIDI implementation chart
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7 Technical specifications
Keyboard 25 keys with adjustable touch velocity
Connections 1 × USB
1 × MIDI OUT
1 × PEDAL (1/4" jack)
Operating voltage supply via USB port
Dimensions (W × D × H) 495 mm × 210 mm × 50 mm
Weight 2.83 kg
Keyboard 49 keys with adjustable touch velocity
Connections 1 × USB
1 × MIDI OUT
1 × PEDAL (1/4" jack)
Operating voltage supply via USB port
Dimensions (W × D × H) 825 mm × 210 mm × 50 mm
Weight 4.77 kg
Keyboard 61 keys with adjustable touch velocity
Connections 1 × USB
1 × MIDI OUT
1 × PEDAL (1/4" jack)
Operating voltage supply via USB port
Dimensions (W × D × H) 980 mm × 210 mm × 50 mm
Weight 5.74 kg
Swissonic EasyKey 25
Swissonic EasyKey 49
Swissonic EasyKey 61
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8 Protecting the environment
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have
been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make
sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on
the packaging.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE). Do not dispose with your normal household waste.
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local
waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations
that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Disposal of the packaging material
Disposal of your old device
Protecting the environment
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Notes
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Notes
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Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de
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