Radio Shack MD-1600 - User Manual

Cat. No. 42-4043
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Electronic Keyboard
MD-1600
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Radio Shack MD-1600 Specifications

General

Brand	Radio Shack
Model	MD-1600
Category	Electronic Keyboard
Language	English

Summary

Safety and Regulatory Information

FCC Compliance Statement

FCC rules for electronic devices to prevent interference.

Keyboard Features Overview

Key Specifications and Design

Highlights of keys, display, polyphony, and sound reproduction.

Core Musical Capabilities

Details on tones, rhythms, memory, pitch bend, and audio outputs.

Advanced Keyboard Functions

Musical Performance Features

Explains Reverb, Layer, Split, and Drum Pads for enhanced sound.

Accompaniment and Control Features

Covers Auto Accompaniment, Mixer, and Power Options for usability.

Preparation and Setup

Connecting Power Sources

Instructions for powering the keyboard using batteries or AC adapter.

Connecting Audio and Accessories

Guide for connecting headphones, external amplifiers, and music stand.

Audio and Accessory Connections

Using AC Power

Detailed steps for powering the keyboard using a 12V AC adapter.

Headphones and Safe Listening

Connecting headphones and guidelines for protecting hearing.

Connecting External Devices

Connecting an External Amplifier

Steps to connect the keyboard to an external amplifier.

Using the Music Stand

Instructions for attaching and using the included music stand.

Keyboard Operation Basics

Basic Operation and Controls

Steps for turning on/off, setting volume, and playing the keyboard.

Playing Demonstration Tunes

How to activate and select the keyboard's built-in demonstration songs.

Using Preset Tones

Selecting and Playing Tones

Guide to choosing and playing the 200 available instrument and effect tones.

Preset Tone Information

Tone List and Characteristics

Lists tones 128-167 and notes on user tones and sampling.

Keyboard Functions

Drum Pads and Reverb Effects

How to play percussion sounds and apply reverberation effects.

Using the Split Function

Dividing the keyboard into two zones for different tones.

Advanced Keyboard Functions

Layer Functionality

Combining two different tones to play simultaneously with one key press.

Combining Split and Layer

Instructions for using both Split and Layer functions together.

Auto-Rhythm Features

Preset Auto-Rhythms

Selecting and playing from 100 built-in auto-rhythm patterns.

Rhythm Selection and Playback

Step-by-step guide to choosing and initiating auto-rhythms.

Rhythm Control Features

Synchronization and Intros

Using Synchro and Intro features for rhythm control and introductions.

Tempo Adjustment

How to adjust the tempo and reset it to default.

Rhythm and Accompaniment Control

Fill-In, Variation, and Ending

Using Fill-In, Variation, and Ending for rhythm patterns.

Auto Accompaniment Types

Overview of Concert Chord, Standard Fingering, and Free Session.

Auto Accompaniment Details

Adjusting Accompaniment Volume

How to set the accompaniment volume independently from the master volume.

Concert Chord Method

Using the Concert Chord method for easy chord playing.

Chord Playing Methods

Concert Chord Steps

Detailed steps for using the Concert Chord auto accompaniment feature.

Standard Fingering Chord Charts

Chord Formation Diagrams

Visual guide to forming various chord types using Standard Fingering.

Advanced Chord and Session Features

Full-Range Chords

Playing chords anywhere on the keyboard using Full-Range Chord mode.

Using Free Session

Playing melodies with automatic accompaniment based on rhythm selection.

Free Session and Mixer Function

Free Session Operation

Steps to use the keyboard's Free Session accompaniment feature.

Using the Mixer

Controlling parts and parameters across 16 channels like a sound mixer.

Mixer Channel Editing

Channel Assignment Chart

Table showing parts assigned to each MIDI channel (1-16).

Editing Channel Status

How to turn channels on/off or solo them using the mixer.

Mixer Parameter Editing

Editing Channel Parameters

Adjusting parameters like tone, volume, pan, and fine-tuning for channels.

Custom Tone Synthesizer

Creating up to 32 user-defined tones by modifying preset parameters.

Custom Tone Synthesizer Details

Tone Characteristics and Types

Explains 1DCO/2DCO tones and the basis for creating user tones.

Creating a User Tone

Steps to create and store custom tones using the synthesizer.

User Tone Parameter Settings

Tone Parameter Details

Details on PCM Set, Amp Envelope, Pitch Envelope, and tuning parameters.

Advanced Tone Editing

Tone Sensitivity and Pan Settings

Adjusting touch sensitivity, pan position, and saving user tones.

Hints for Creating User Tones

Tips and suggestions for effectively creating custom instrument sounds.

Special Features

Changing Keyboard Keys

How to transpose the keyboard to different musical keys.

Tuning the Keyboard

Adjusting the keyboard's pitch to match other instruments or recordings.

Keyboard Adjustments

Auto Power Off and Touch Response

Managing auto power off and enabling touch response for expressive playing.

Using Pitch Bend

How to use the pitch bend wheel for expressive note manipulation.

Pitch Bend and Sustain Pedal

Setting Pitch Bend Range

Adjusting the range of notes affected by the pitch bend control.

Using a Sustain Pedal

Connecting and configuring a sustain pedal for note sustain or rhythm control.

Using the Memory Function

Real-Time Recording

Recording music by playing notes and chords in real-time.

Recording and Playback Operations

Step Recording Chords

Recording chords one by one using the step recording method.

Memory Recording Process

Steps for recording songs into memory, including track selection and settings.

Memory Playback and Recording Data

Playing Back from Memory

How to select and play back recorded songs from memory.

Recorded Data and Memory Management

Details on data stored during recording and memory capacity warnings.

Step Recording Techniques

Step Recording Chords and Rhythms

Detailed steps for recording chords, rhythms, and accompaniment.

Step Recording Details

Specifying Chords and Note Lengths

How to specify chords in Normal mode and note durations during step recording.

Recording and Editing Mistakes

Correcting Recording Mistakes

Procedures for moving the entry point and rewriting data during recording.

Recording Multiple Tracks

Guide to recording separate melody parts on tracks 2-6.

Multi-Track Recording and Step Recording

Recording on Selected Tracks

Steps for recording real-time and step data onto specific memory tracks.

Step Recording Process

Detailed steps for step recording notes, rests, and chords.

Memory Content Editing

Changing Navigation Track

How to navigate between recorded tracks in memory.

Editing Memory Contents

Steps to recall and modify individual notes and parameter settings.

Editing and Deleting Data

Editing Techniques and Data Display

Overview of techniques for editing key pressure, pitch, chord, and tone number.

Deleting Data from Memory

Procedures for deleting individual data or entire tracks from memory.

Using MIDI

MIDI Connections and Basics

Explanation of MIDI and how to make physical MIDI cable connections.

MIDI Data Types

MIDI Data Transmission

Details on MIDI data types like Note On/Off, Program Change, and Control Change.

MIDI Data Control

MIDI Data Parameters

Explanation of Bank Select, RPN, System Exclusive, and GM Mode.

Changing MIDI Settings

MIDI Parameter Configuration

How to change GM Mode, MIDI channels, and Chord Judge settings.

MIDI Data Transfer

Dumping and Importing MIDI Data

Procedures for sending (dumping) and receiving (importing) data via MIDI.

MIDI Implementation Chart Explanation

Understanding MIDI Functions

Explains chart entries for Basic Channel, Mode, Note Number, Velocity, etc.

Troubleshooting Guide

Resolving Common Sound Issues

Solutions for problems like no sound or no sound with external amplifier.

Care and Maintenance

Keyboard Care and Cleaning

Guidelines for keeping the keyboard clean, dry, and in good condition.

Keyboard Specifications

Technical Specifications Summary

Lists number of keys, polyphony, tones, rhythms, and memory capacity.

Specifications Details

Mixer, Terminals, and Power

Detailed specs for mixer, MIDI/audio terminals, power supply, and dimensions.

Appendix: Reference Tables

Note Table

A table correlating note numbers with musical notes and ranges.

Appendix: Keyboard Range Information

Legend and Range Types

Explains legend codes and different keyboard range types.

Appendix: Free Session Chord Progressions

Chord Progression Chart

A chart detailing chord progressions for Free Session modes.

Appendix: Drum Assignments

Drum Assignment List

A list mapping drum sounds to MIDI note numbers for each drum set.

Appendix: Standard Fingering Charts

Chord Fingering Diagrams

Visual charts for forming chords using the Standard Fingering method.

Appendix: MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Functionality Overview

Explains chart entries for Basic Channel, Mode, Note Number, Velocity, etc.

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