ProKeys Sono 88 is a semi-weighted 88-key digital piano, a USB-compatible MIDI controller, and a computer audio interface. Play the on-board premium keyboard sounds as a standalone instrument, or plug a microphone and guitar into ProKeys Sono to record audio utilizing the included recording software. ProKeys Sono instantly transforms your computer into an incredibly versatile music studio. We recommend you spend a few minutes reviewing this Quick Start Guide to ensure proper setup. ProKeys Sono 88 Features Keyboard: ► 88 semi-weighted, velocity sensitive keys ► 7 premium quality voices (Grand Piano, Bright Piano, Electric Piano, Organ, Clavinet, Strings, Choir) ► Complete General MIDI (GM) sound set with 128 built-in sounds for full playback of MIDI files ► Layer mode for playing two voices simultaneously ► On-board reverb and chorus effects ► Pitch Bend wheel ► Modulation wheel; MIDI re-assignable ► Voice Volume knob; MIDI re-assignable Built-in Audio Interface: ► 16-Bit, 44.1 kHz, 2-input, 2-output audio interface ► XLR microphone, 1/4” instrument, and stereo RCA input connectors ► Two rear-panel 1/4” audio outputs ► Two front-panel 1/4” headphone outputs What’s in the Box? ► M-Audio ProKeys Sono 88 keyboard ► Printed Quick Start Guide ► M-Audio ProKeys Sono Drivers and Documentation CD-ROM About this Guide This Quick Start Guide covers: ► Basic Operation of ProKeys Sono 88 ► Driver Installation for ProKeys Sono 88 ► Third Party Software Configuration Basic Operation of ProKeys Sono 88 1. Use the provided USB cable to connect ProKeys Sono 88 to an available USB port on your computer. The USB cable not only powers the keyboard but also transmits MIDI and audio data to and from your computer. 2. Make sure that the power switch on the back of the keyboard is in the “on” position. ProKeys Sono is now ready to be used - no additional installation steps are required for basic operation.** 3. Connect the two 1/4” outputs on the rear panel of ProKeys Sono to powered monitors, an amplifier, or a mixer. You may also listen through headphones by connecting one or two sets of headphones to the 1/4” stereo headphone outputs on ProKeys Sono 88. 4. Be sure the Voice Vol knob is at a reasonable listening level. 5. Play the keyboard. + NOTE: Above instructions demonstrate how to trigger the voices built into ProKeys Sono 88. ProKeys Sono can also be used to trigger sounds generated by software synthesizers running on a connected computer or trigger sounds on external MIDI devices connected to the ProKeys MIDI Out port. See the User Guide on the included ProKeys Sono CD-ROM for additional information. ProKeys Sono can be used without a computer. This is referred to as standalone operation. An optional 9V, 500mA center-positive power supply (sold separately), or a USB-type power supply (also sold separately) is required for standalone operation. optional USB-type external power supply ► Bundle Software Disc ► USB cable ► Transpose up/down buttons; MIDI re-assignable ► Sustain foot pedal input; MIDI re-assignable ► MIDI output port ► 40-note maximum polyphony* ► Edit mode for advanced functions and programming ► Bus-powered through USB or DC power for standalone functionality (DC power adaptor sold separately) ► Class-compliant operation: no driver installation required-simply connect the keyboard and power on * Stereo premium voices operate at a maximum polyphony of 20 notes. Layering two voices may further reduce polyphony. ► Dedicated Instrument and Microphone gain control knobs with signal and peak LEDs ► Direct Monitor knob for near-zero latency hardware monitoring ► Master Volume slider 2 ► ProKeys Sono 88 Quick Start Guide **IMPORTANT: When using ProKeys Sono class-compliant (i.e., without installing drivers) in Windows, the computer will search for the M-Audio DFU (device firmware upgrade tool) and display a Found New Hardware Wizard. The M-Audio DFU is a component of ProKeys Sono 88 that is enabled when the M-Audio drivers are installed, but is not necessary for class-compliant operation. You have the following options: A. Cancel the Found New Hardware Wizard and start using ProKeys Sono immediately. The Found New Hardware Wizard will appear every time your computer detects that the device is connected (e.g. upon computer or device restart, or disconnecting/reconnecting ProKeys Sono). B. Follow the Found New Hardware Wizard until it gives the option not to be prompted to install this hardware again. Windows Vista Users: ► Select “Don’t show this message again for this device" in the first screen that appears. ► Click “Continue" in the confirmation screen that follows. Windows XP Users: ► In the first screen, select "No, not this time" and click “Next" ► In the second screen, select “Install the software automatically" and click “Next" ► Finally, make sure the check box labeled “Don’t prompt me again to install this software" is active, then click Finish. C. ...