Akai MPD232 User Guide

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User Guide (English)
Introduction
Box Contents
MPD232
USB Cable
(2) 1/8”-to-MIDI Adapters
Software Download Cards
User Guide
Safety & Warranty Manual
Important: Visit akaipro.com and find the webpage for MPD232 to download the
MPD232 Editor Software and Preset Documentation.
Support
For the latest information about this product (system requirements, compatibility information,
etc.) and product registration, visit: akaipro.com.
For additional product support, visit: akaipro.com/support.
Quick Start
1. Use the included USB cable to connect MPD232’s USB port to an available USB port on
your computer (powered on).
2. On your computer, open your digital audio workstation (DAW).
3. Select MPD232 as the controller in the Preferences, Device Setup, or Options of your DAW.
Tip: You can use MPD232 with a MIDI-controllable iOS app. To do this:
1. Press and hold the Up Cursor.
2. Connect your iOS device (powered on) to MPD232’s USB port using an Apple iPad
Camera Connection Kit (sold separately).
3. After MPD232 powers on, release the Up Cursor.

Akai MPD232 Specifications

General

MIDI out	Yes
USB version	2.0
USB connector type	USB Type-B
USB ports quantity	1
Product color	Black
Number of drum pads	16
Number of mixer channels	8 channels
Current	1 A
Input voltage	6 V
Power supply type	USB
AC adapter included	No
Minimum RAM	1 GB
Minimum processor speed	1.25 GHz

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	254 mm
Width	422 mm
Height	48 mm
Weight	1900 g