M-Audio Keystation Series User Manual

M-Audio Keystation Series - Frequently Asked
Questions
The M-Audio Keystation series controllers are simple, powerful MIDI controllers
designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC.
This article walks through a number of Frequently Asked Questions about the M-
Audio Keystation series controllers.
Frequently Asked Questions
 Does the M-Audio Keystation require a power supply?
 Do I need to install any drivers to use my Keystation series controller?
 Will the Keystation work with my Windows 8 and Mac 10.9 Mavericks
computer?
 Will the Keystation work with my iPad?
 Do any software programs come with a purchase of the M-Audio
Keystation?
Troubleshooting

M-Audio Keystation Series Specifications

General

Type	MIDI Keyboard Controller
Velocity Sensitivity	Yes
Aftertouch	No
Connectivity	USB
Keys	49, 61, or 88
MIDI I/O	No
Pedal Input	Sustain
Power	USB
Compatibility	Mac and Windows
Controls	Pitch bend and modulation wheels, volume slider, octave up/down buttons
Software	AIR Music Tech Mini Grand, AIR Music Tech Velvet, AIR Music Tech Xpand!2
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model

Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the M-Audio Keystation require a power supply?

Explains that the Keystation series controller is USB hub-powered and connects via a USB-A to USB-B cable.

Do I need to install any drivers to use my Keystation series controller?

States that Keystation controllers are class-compliant and plug-and-play, requiring no drivers.

Will the Keystation work with my Windows 8 and Mac 10.9 Mavericks computer?

Confirms compatibility with Windows 8 and Mac 10.9 as a class-compliant, plug-and-play device.

Will the Keystation work with my iPad?

Details connecting the Keystation Mini 32 to an iPad using the Camera Connection kit for music apps.

Do any software programs come with a purchase of the M-Audio Keystation?

Lists bundled software, including Ableton Live 9 Lite and SONIVOX Eighty Eight Ensemble 2.

Troubleshooting

How do I reset the controller to the factory default settings?

Provides steps to reset the Keystation by holding specific buttons during power-up.

My sustain pedal is reversed and functioning backwards. What do I do?

Explains how pedal polarity is determined at startup and how to reverse it if needed.

My Keystation is not reading in my computer. Why not?

Offers troubleshooting steps for connection issues, including trying different ports, cables, or computers.