M-Audio KeyStudio 25 manual Assigning Midi CCs, Assigning Midi Channels

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<Each of the assignable controllers on KeyStudio 25 can send MIDI CC, RPN/NRPN, GM 1&2, and predefined SysEx messages on its own individual MIDI channel.

<Certain parameters require you to enter additional information such as the MIDI channel or CC number. Use the 0-9 keys (on the right hand side of the keyboard) or the DEC/INC buttons to set these values. The LED display will indicate the current value.

<If you’ve entered a number, use the Enter key to confirm the entry. If you’ve changed your mind, press the ADVANCED FUNCTION button to exit Program mode without changing any settings.

Assigning MIDI CCs

To edit a MIDI CC mapping for a button, knob, or slider:

1.Press the ADVANCED FUNCTION button and move or push the controller that you wish to assign.

2.Press the CTRL ASGN key. The LED display will show the MIDI CC number of your selected controller.

3.Enter a new MIDI CC value using the numerical data entry keys, or the DEC/INC buttons. The LED will display your new CC number.

4.Press the ENTER key to confirm the entry and exit Program mode.

Assigning MIDI Channels

The following procedure describes how to set any of the assignable controls on KeyStudio 25 to transmit on a unique MIDI channel:

Alternate method for selecting controls

To edit a controller, you must first select the control you wish to reassign. The simplest way of doing this is to turn or push whatever knob, button, or slider you wish to edit. This method is already mentioned throughout the various sections of this chapter. However, there is an alternate method of selecting a control for editing using the “CTRL SEL” (Control Select) key. This method is as follows:

1.Press the ADVANCED FUNCTION button, then the CTRL SEL key.

2.The LED will display the number of the currently selected controller, preceded by a “C.”

3.Enter the number of the controller using the numerical data entry keys, or the DEC/INC buttons.

4.Press the ENTER key to confirm.

This control is now selected for editing.

1.Press the ADVANCED FUNCTION button and move or push the controller that you wish to assign.

2.Press the CHAN ASGN key. The LED display will show the current channel assignment of the selected controller.

3.Enter the new MIDI channel number using the numerical data entry keys or the DEC/INC buttons. The LED will display the new channel number.

4.Press the ENTER key to confirm the entry and exit Program mode.

Note: If a button, knob, or slider is assigned to channel 0, it will transmit on the Global Channel of KeyStudio 25.

Reassigning MIDI CC for the Modulation Control

To edit a MIDI CC mapping for the Modulation control:

1.Press the ADVANCED FUNCTION button.

2.Press the CTRL SEL key.

3.Enter “10” using the numerical data entry keys or the DEC/INC buttons. This number corresponds to the Pitch control (each slider, button, or knob’s control number is printed next to it on the KeyStudio 25 keyboard).

4.Press the ENTER key to confirm the selection and exit Program mode.

5.Press the ADVANCED FUNCTION button again.

6.Press the CTRL ASGN key. The LED display will show the MIDI CC number of your selected controller.

7.Enter a new MIDI CC value using the numerical data entry keys or the DEC/INC buttons. The LED display will show the new CC number.

8.Press the ENTER key to confirm the entry and exit Program mode.

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Contents User Guide Installation and Setup Troubleshooting Appendices Useful Midi Data Technical Info WarrantyMidi Messages In-Depth Introduction Session KeyStudio FeaturesWhat’s in the Box? KeyStudio 25 USB KeyboardWindows XP SP2 or higher Minimum System RequirementsWindows Vista 32-bit Mac OS X KeyStudio 25 hardware onlyConnect the KeyStudio 25 keyboard Installation and SetupInstall the Session Music Creation Software Getting Started Making Music with Session Session KeyStudio 25 User Guide Session KeyStudio 25 User Guide ASIO/WDM Switch More Information on Configuring SessionOutput and Input Device Selectors Buffer Size SelectorUsing KeyStudio with GarageBand About Midi and Software Synthesis Controls and ConnectorsKeyStudio 25 Keyboard Top PanelTo use the Transpose function Rear Panel Power Switch This switch powers the unit on and offConfiguring Your Software Using the KeyStudio 25 KeyboardSending Program Changes Sending Bank ChangesShot buttons Midi Out from USB Mode Setting the Global Midi ChannelTo activate Midi Out from USB mode To set the Global Midi ChannelRecalling Presets KeyStudio 25 Advanced FeaturesStoring Presets Duplicating and Organizing PresetsEnigma Software Program Mode OverviewSending a Snap Shot Muting All ControllersAssigning Midi Channels Assigning Midi CCsReassigning Midi CC for the Modulation Control To edit a Midi CC mapping for a button, knob, or sliderReassigning Midi CC for the Pitch Control Reassigning Midi CC for the Sustain Pedal inputLimiting the Range of the Controls Setting Toggle Values for the Buttons Using Controls to Increment or Decrement ValuesNumber MMC Command Assigning Midi Machine Control MMC Commands to a ButtonAssigning a Note to a Button Assigning RPN/NRPN to a Fader or KnobTo assign an RPN/NRPN message to a fader or knob About SysEx Messages and Device ID Assigning the Device IDMemory Dump Program & Bank Changes Midi Messages In-DepthSession KeyStudio 25 User Guide Troubleshooting Session KeyStudio 25 User Guide Session KeyStudio 25 User Guide Appendices Useful Midi Data Appendix a Midi Implementation ChartTable B1 Knobs and fader assignments Appendix B Assignable Midi CC’s on KeyStudioTable B2 Buttons and Sustain Pedal Assignments Table B3 MMC Command NumbersAppendix C Hexadecimal Conversion Chart Appendix E Midi Note Numbers Appendix D General Midi Preset SpecificationAppendix F Standard Midi Controller Numbers Midi CC’s Appendix H General Midi Reverb and Chorus Types Appendix G Roland GS and Yamaha XG Nrpn SupportWarranty Warranty Terms Warranty RegistrationTechnical Info Benelux

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