M-Audio Part 2 The ProKeys 88sx as a Midi Controller, Minimum System Requirements, Windows XP

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Part 2: The ProKeys 88sx as a MIDI Controller

2.0 Introduction

The USB MIDI capabilities of the ProKeys 88sx make it a very useful controller for software-based virtual instruments and synthesizers. Part 2 takes an in-depth look at the ProKeys 88sx as a USB MIDI controller for use with MIDI applications on a computer, or as a MIDI controller for sound modules.

Programming the various MIDI parameters that the ProKeys 88sx offers is achieved in Edit mode. To engage Edit mode, press the Advanced Functions button. Please refer to the illustration in Appendix B for a full outline of the function keys in Edit mode.

2.1 Setup

If you only intend to use your ProKeys 88sx to control a sound module or synthesizer through the MIDI out port, there is no need to read the following three sections and you should skip to section 2.4. If you intend to connect your ProKeys 88sx to a computer, please be sure you read sections 2.2 and 2.3 first.

2.2 Minimum System Requirements

If you are using your ProKeys 88sx with a computer, the following minimum system requirements apply:

Windows XP

<Pentium II 350MHz

<128MB RAM

<native USB 1.1 port

Mac OS X 10.2.8 or higher

<G3 450MHz

<128MB RAM

<native USB 1.1 port

These are the requirements your computer must have to work with your keyboard. However, please check your software application(s) for any additional minimum system requirements.

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Contents ProKeys 88sx About This Manual IntroductionWhat’s in the Box ProKeys 88sx OverviewWhite Keys Controls and Connectors DiagramFunction Keys in Edit Mode Powering Up Your ProKeys 88sxInstrument Buttons SetupPart 1 ProKeys 88sx as a Digital Piano IntroductionSostenuto Pedal Volume SliderVelocity Curve Sustain PedalOctave Resetting the KeyboardMaster Tuning Transpose ButtonsMac OS X 10.2.8 or higher Part 2 The ProKeys 88sx as a Midi ControllerMinimum System Requirements Windows XPUsing the ProKeys 88sx with Your Software Driver Installation ProcedureBasic Installation Installing the Windows Multi-Client DriverProgram, Bank LSB, and Bank MSB Messages Local ModeMidi Connections Midi ChannelProgram Instrument To Send a Bank ChangeExtra Controller Messages Midi Controller MessagesController Number Midi Message Use Enter Keys DefaultCancel Data EntryPitch Bend Range PanicSustain Pedal Sostenuto PedalIntroduction Midi Out From USB Function Part 3 Using Your ProKeys 88sx within a Midi StudioRecording your Performance on a Sequencer Percussion Sounds and Unsupported Programs Controlling a Sound Module from the ComputerFinally Warranty TroubleshootingWarranty Terms Warranty Registration Technical Info ContactAppendices Midi Implementation Chart for the ProKeysAppendix a Outline of the Function Keys Appendix BStandard Midi Controller Numbers Appendix CAppendix E Appendix D
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