Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI User Manual

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i User’s Guide Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in an...

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Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI User’s Guide ...

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iii Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI User’s Guide 1 Introduction Minimum System Requirements ................................................................................................ 1-1 More Help ..................................................

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iv Appendixes A General Specifications Hardware Features ................................................................................................................................. A-1 Software Features ........................................

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Introduction ...

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Introduction 1-1 Introduction Creative Prodikeys ® PC-MIDI is a multi-functional keyboard that lets you do more with your computer. Prodikeys PC-MIDI boasts the standard favorite keyboard features such as programmable hot keys * , Enhanced F-Key...

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Introduction 1-2 Getting More Information Visit www.creative.com or www.prodikeys.com for the latest news and updates on your Prodikeys PC-MIDI. You can download additional content such as Mixes and Learnable Songs from the websites. Document Co...

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About Your Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI ...

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About Your Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI 2-1 About Your Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI In this chapter, we will familiarize you with the different parts of your Prodikeys PC-MIDI, so that you can follow the instructions in the other chapters easily. Parts...

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About Your Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI 2-2 Removing the Music Keyboard Cover The music keyboard on your Prodikeys PC-MIDI is protected by a cover that also acts as a palm rest when you type. To use the music keyboard, you need to remove the cove...

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Setting Up Your Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI ...

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Setting Up Your Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI 3-1 Setting Up Your Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI Installing Hardware 1. Before setting up your Prodikeys PC-MIDI, turn off your computer and disconnect your existing keyboard. 2. Connect your Prodikeys PC-M...

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Setting Up Your Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI 3-2 Installing Software 1. Insert the Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI software Installation CD into your CD- ROM drive. Your CD should start automatically. If it does not, follow the steps below: i. Double-cli...

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Getting Started ...

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Getting Started 4-1 Getting Started Launching Prodikeys PC-MIDI applications Your Prodikeys PC-MIDI comes with applications that enable you to learn how to play music or create fun mixes. You can launch the included applications using Prodikeys...

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Getting Started 4-2 1. Press the Music button on your Prodikeys PC-MIDI keyboard, or go to Start → Programs → Creative → Creative Prodikeys PC-MIDI. Prodikeys Launcher appears. 2. Select a program to launch. Double-click an application ico...

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Getting Started 4-3 Mini Keyboard Creative Mini Keyboard gives you access to an extensive collection of instruments to experiment and play with. You can play anything from the accordion to the xylophone, and have hours of creative fun! For more he...

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Getting Started 4-4 FunMix Creative FunMix comes with a library of pre-arranged mixes, in various genres, assigned to music keys. You can experiment with the instrumental loops and effects and record your own music easily. To create your own mix, ...

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Getting Started 4-5 EasyNotes Creative EasyNotes lets you learn to play any song at your own pace. To start a lesson, select a song and lesson from the menus, and then press the SPACEBAR. Figure 4-5: Creative EasyNotes ...

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Getting Started 4-6 HotKeys Manager HotKeys Manager lets you customize the different hot keys on your keyboard. Select a button and assign your favorite application, website or keystroke to it. You can also customize the music keys as hot keys wh...

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General Specifications ...

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General Specifications A-1 General Specifications Hardware Features ❑ Standard IBM compatible USB computer keyboard ❑ 37 mini-sized music keys with touch-sensitivity ❑ Removable palm rest ❑ MUSIC button ❑ Enhanced F-Key lock ❑ Customiza...

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Troubleshooting ...

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Troubleshooting B-1 Troubleshooting Problems installing Prodikeys PC-MIDI Prodikeys PC-MIDI cannot be detected, even after the connections are checked and the software is installed. • There may be a conflict with a USB Legacy Device setting on...