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Akai MPD 24

Akai MPD 24
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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Akai MPD 24 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAkai
ModelMPD 24
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and System Requirements

INTRODUCTION

Welcome message and overview of the Akai MPD24 controller.

KEY FEATURES

Highlights the main features of the MPD24, including connectivity and pad capabilities.

COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS

Specifies the necessary computer hardware and OS for using the MPD24.

Hardware Overview

TOP PANEL OVERVIEW

Details the components and layout of the MPD24's top control surface.

CONTROL ELEMENTS

Describes the sliders, pads, knobs, and transport buttons on the top panel.

USER INTERFACE ELEMENTS

Explains the navigation display section and control buttons.

Rear Panel and Connections

REAR PANEL OVERVIEW

Details the ports and connectors found on the rear of the MPD24.

POWER AND SECURITY PORTS

Covers the DC power input and Kensington lock slot.

DATA AND MIDI PORTS

Describes the USB, MIDI OUT, and MIDI IN connectors.

Hookup Diagrams and Software

HOOKUP DIAGRAMS

Illustrates different connection scenarios for the MPD24.

SCENARIO 1 CONNECTION

Details the first connection setup scenario.

SOFTWARE USAGE NOTE

Provides important notes on using the MPD24 with software applications.

Controls and Navigation

NAVIGATION AND CONTROL BUTTONS

Explains the functions of the navigation and control buttons on the MPD24.

MODE SELECTION BUTTONS

Covers PRESET, EDIT, and GLOBAL buttons for mode switching.

DATA AND NAVIGATION CONTROLS

Explains the VALUE dial, navigation arrows, PAD BANK, and PREVIEW buttons.

Pad Modes and Functions

PAD MODES AND FUNCTIONS

Details specific pad modes and the transport control functions.

FULL AND 16 LEVELS MODES

Explains the FULL LEVEL and 16 LEVELS pad velocity modes.

PROGRAM CHANGE AND TRANSPORT

Covers program change transmission and transport control buttons.

Displaying Information

DISPLAYING INFORMATION

Explains how the LCD screen displays various data during operation.

NOTE AND AFTERTOUCH DISPLAY

Shows how note, velocity, and aftertouch data appear on the screen.

CONTROL CHANGE DISPLAY

Illustrates how Control Change data is displayed on the LCD.

Advanced Features

ADVANCED FEATURES

Covers advanced functionalities like Aftertouch and MIDI Machine Control.

AFTERTOUCH AND MMC

Explains transmitting aftertouch information and MMC commands.

PREVIEWING FUNCTIONALITY

Details the preview feature and its benefits for parameter control.

Modes of Operation

MODES

Introduces the four main operating modes of the MPD24.

PRESET AND PROGRAM CHANGE MODES

Covers Preset management and Program Change message transmission.

EDIT AND GLOBAL MODES

Details customization via Edit Mode and global parameter settings.

Preset Management

PRESET MODE

Explains how to operate and manage presets on the MPD24.

WHAT IS A PRESET?

Defines what a preset is and its purpose in saving configurations.

LOADING PRESETS

Step-by-step guide on how to load saved presets.

SAVING AND COPYING PRESETS

Instructions for saving and copying presets to new locations.

Edit Mode Overview

EDIT MODE

Details how to enter and use Edit Mode for customizing the MPD24.

EDITABLE PARAMETERS

Lists parameters organized by pages for pads, knobs, and sliders.

NAVIGATING EDIT MODE

Explains how to navigate through fields and pages within Edit Mode.

Editing Pads

EDITING PADS

Guide on configuring pad behavior and event types.

NOTE AND PROGRAM CHANGE MESSAGES

Explains note messages and program change messages for pads.

Editing Knobs and Sliders

EDITING KNOBS AND SLIDERS

Instructions for configuring knobs and sliders for Control Change or Aftertouch.

CONTROL CHANGE AND AFTERTOUCH

Explains Control Change data and Aftertouch for knobs and sliders.

Global Mode Functions

GLOBAL MODE FUNCTIONS

Overview of Global Mode for sending global messages and making general changes.

KILL MIDI AND RESET CONTROLLERS

Explains the KILL MIDI and RESET ALL CONTROLLERS functions.

Global Mode Details

MIDI COMMON CHANNEL SETTINGS

How to assign the MIDI Common Channel to a desired MIDI Channel.

LCD CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT

Instructions for adjusting the LCD screen contrast.

PAD SENSITIVITY SETTINGS

How to adjust pad sensitivity for optimal response.

Global Mode Advanced Settings

PAD VELOCITY CURVE OPTIONS

Details on adjusting pad velocity curves for expressiveness.

SAVE GLOBAL SETTINGS

How to save all global parameters for future use.

Global Mode Utilities

SYSEX TX TRANSFER

Explains transferring preset data via SysEx.

VERSION INFORMATION

How to view the operating system and firmware version.

Program Change Mode

PROGRAM CHANGE MODE

Explains how to use Program Change Mode for switching sounds.

PROGRAM CHANGE TYPES

Details PROG CHANGE and PROG+BANK event types.

Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS

Provides detailed technical specifications for the MPD24.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Lists general technical data like display, dimensions, and power.

INPUTSOUTPUTS SPECIFICATIONS

Details the MIDI and USB input/output specifications.

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