పరిచయం
The midiplus minicontrol is a compact and versatile USB MIDI keyboard controller designed for music production and performance. It features 32 velocity-sensitive mini keys, along with a comprehensive set of controls including pitch and modulation wheels, rotary encoders, and drum pads, providing extensive creative possibilities for musicians and producers.
ఉత్పత్తి ముగిసిందిview
చిత్రం 1: పై నుండి క్రిందికి view of the minicontrol, highlighting the keyboard layout and control surface.
చిత్రం 2: కోణీయ view of the minicontrol, illustrating its compact design and ergonomic layout.
ముఖ్య లక్షణాలు:
- 32 వెలాసిటీ-సెన్సిటివ్ మినీ కీలు: Provides a responsive playing experience in a compact form factor.
- Pitch & Modulation Wheels: For expressive control over your sounds.
- MIDI Data Volume Slider: Dedicated control for MIDI volume.
- Four Edit Custom Unlimited Rotary Encoders: Assignable knobs for controlling various parameters in your software.
- Octave Up and Down Buttons: Easily shift the keyboard's octave range.
- Transpose Up and Down Buttons: Adjust the pitch of the keyboard in semitone increments.
- Arpeggiator Control: Dedicated button for operating the built-in arpeggiator.
- Six Scale Play Styles: Explore different musical scales with ease.
- Chord Patterns: Play various chord types including great chords, small chords, seven chords, and small seven chords.
- Three Velocity Curves: Choose between Normal, Heavy, and Soft velocity responses to match your playing style.
- Eight Velocity-Sensitive Drum Pads: For finger drumming and triggering sampలెస్.
- Drum PAD A|B Button: Extends the drum pads to 16 assignable pads.
- PAD BEAT Button: Features a six-time metronome with NOTE, CC, and PC modes.
- Sustain Jack: For connecting an external sustain pedal.
- USB Bus Powered: No external power adapter needed, simplifying setup.
సెటప్
సిస్టమ్ అవసరాలు:
- Operating System: Devices running Windows 10, Macintosh, or Windows 7.
- Hardware Platform: x86 or ARM.
- Connectivity: Available USB port.
పరికరాన్ని కనెక్ట్ చేస్తోంది:
- Locate the USB port on the back of your minicontrol.
- Connect one end of the provided USB cable to the minicontrol's USB port.
- USB కేబుల్ యొక్క మరొక చివరను మీ కంప్యూటర్లో అందుబాటులో ఉన్న USB పోర్ట్కు కనెక్ట్ చేయండి.
- The minicontrol is USB bus powered and does not require an external power adapter.
డ్రైవర్ ఇన్స్టాలేషన్:
The midiplus minicontrol is a class-compliant MIDI device. This means that for most modern operating systems (Windows 7/10, macOS), no special driver installation is required. Your computer should automatically detect and install the necessary drivers upon connection. If you encounter any issues, ensure your operating system is up to date.
సాఫ్ట్వేర్ సెటప్:
Once connected, the minicontrol should appear as a MIDI input device in your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) or music software (e.g., Ableton Live). Refer to your software's manual for instructions on how to select and configure MIDI input devices.
ఆపరేటింగ్ సూచనలు
Keyboard and Basic Controls:
- కీలు: The 32 mini keys are velocity-sensitive, meaning the volume or intensity of the sound changes based on how hard you press them.
- పిచ్ వీల్: Bend the pitch of notes up or down.
- మాడ్యులేషన్ వీల్: Typically used to add vibrato or other modulation effects.
- వాల్యూమ్ స్లైడర్: Adjusts the overall MIDI volume output.
- Octave Buttons (OCT+ / OCT-): Press to shift the keyboard's octave range up or down.
- Transpose Buttons (TRANS+ / TRANS-): Press to shift the keyboard's pitch in semitone increments.
రోటరీ ఎన్కోడర్లు:
The four rotary encoders (labeled 1-4) are assignable and can be used to control various parameters within your music software. Consult your software's MIDI mapping features to assign these encoders to desired functions (e.g., filter cutoff, resonance, effect sends).
డ్రమ్ ప్యాడ్స్:
- The eight velocity-sensitive drum pads can be used to trigger drum sounds, sampలెస్, లేదా ఇతర MIDI నోట్స్.
- A|B Button: Press this button to switch between two banks of drum pads, effectively giving you access to 16 different pads.
- PAD BEAT Button: Activates a metronome function with six time settings. It also allows switching between NOTE, CC (Control Change), and PC (Program Change) modes for the pads, enabling them to send different types of MIDI messages.
అధునాతన విధులు:
- Arpeggiator (ARP Button): Activates the built-in arpeggiator. Further settings for arpeggio patterns and tempo synchronization are typically adjusted by holding the ARP button and pressing specific keys or using the rotary encoders.
- Scale Play Styles (SCALE Button): Allows you to select from six different scale types, ensuring that only notes within the chosen scale are played, simplifying melodic creation.
- Chord Mode (CHORD Button): Enables playing full chords by pressing a single key. The minicontrol supports various chord patterns including major, minor, seventh, and minor seventh chords.
- Velocity Curves (SET Button + Keys): The minicontrol offers three velocity curves: Norm (Normal), Heavy, and Soft. These can be selected by holding the SET button and pressing a corresponding key (refer to the device's labels for specific key assignments). This allows you to customize the keyboard's response to your playing dynamics.
- Sustain Jack: Connect a standard sustain pedal (not included) to this jack for sustain functionality, mimicking a piano's sustain pedal.
నిర్వహణ
- శుభ్రపరచడం: Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe down the surface of the minicontrol. For stubborn dirt, a slightly damp cloth can be used, but ensure no liquid enters the device. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
- నిల్వ: పరికరాన్ని ప్రత్యక్ష సూర్యకాంతి, విపరీతమైన ఉష్ణోగ్రతలు మరియు అధిక తేమ నుండి దూరంగా చల్లని, పొడి ప్రదేశంలో నిల్వ చేయండి.
- నిర్వహణ: పరికరాన్ని పడవేయడం లేదా బలమైన ప్రభావాలకు గురిచేయడం మానుకోండి. దాని పైన బరువైన వస్తువులను ఉంచవద్దు.
ట్రబుల్షూటింగ్
| సమస్య | సాధ్యమైన కారణం | పరిష్కారం |
|---|---|---|
| కంప్యూటర్ ద్వారా పరికరం గుర్తించబడలేదు. | Loose USB connection, faulty USB cable, or USB port issue. | Ensure the USB cable is securely connected to both the minicontrol and the computer. Try a different USB port or a different USB cable. Restart your computer. |
| No sound output from software. | MIDI input not selected in software, incorrect instrument loaded, or software audio settings. | Verify that the minicontrol is selected as a MIDI input device in your DAW. Ensure an instrument or sound is loaded and active on the track. Check your software's audio output settings. |
| Keys/Pads require too much pressure. | Velocity curve set to "Heavy" or software sensitivity settings. | Adjust the velocity curve on the minicontrol to "Norm" or "Soft" (refer to Operating Instructions). Check for velocity sensitivity settings within your music software. |
స్పెసిఫికేషన్లు
- మోడల్ పేరు: minicontrol
- బ్రాండ్: మిడిప్లస్
- కీల సంఖ్య: 32 (mini-size, velocity-sensitive)
- కనెక్టివిటీ టెక్నాలజీ: USB
- హార్డ్వేర్ ఇంటర్ఫేస్: USB
- అనుకూల పరికరాలు: Devices running Windows 10, Macintosh, or Windows 7
- మద్దతు ఉన్న సాఫ్ట్వేర్: Ableton Live (and other MIDI-compatible DAWs)
- వస్తువు బరువు: 1.8 పౌండ్లు (సుమారు 0.82 కిలోలు)
- ఉత్పత్తి కొలతలు: 17.9 x 2.3 x 5 అంగుళాలు (సుమారు 45.5 x 5.8 x 12.7 సెం.మీ)
- ప్రత్యేక ఫీచర్: Velocity Sensitive Key
పెట్టెలో ఏముంది
- midiplus minicontrol USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- వినియోగదారు మాన్యువల్
- USB కేబుల్
వారంటీ మరియు మద్దతు
For information regarding warranty coverage and technical support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Midiplus webసైట్. ఏవైనా వారంటీ క్లెయిమ్లకు కొనుగోలు రుజువుగా మీ కొనుగోలు రసీదును ఉంచండి.
మిడిప్లస్ అధికారికం Webసైట్: www.midiplus.com (గమనిక: ఇది ఒక ప్లేస్హోల్డర్ URL నిర్దిష్ట మద్దతు లేనందున URL was provided in the input. Users should verify the correct official webసైట్.)
