User guide
Table Of Contents
- warning_page.pdf
- MPC1000
- Table of contents
- Chapter 1 : Introduction
- Chapter 2 : Basic Operation
- Chapter 3 : Sequencer feature
- MAIN page
- Recording the performance
- Playing back a sequence
- Other useful features for recording sequences
- Detailed information on sequence feature
- Setting the length of a sequence
- Setting the time signature of the sequence
- Setting tempo
- Setting the loop for a sequence
- Changing the default settings
- Changing the sequence name
- Changing the default name for a sequence
- Copying a sequence
- Deleting a sequence
- Deleting all sequences
- Handling the duration (the length of a note) at the loop boundary
- Track features
- MIDI sequencer features
- Chapter 4 : Editing sequences
- Chapter 5 : Step editing
- Chapter 6 : Song mode
- Chapter 7 : Functions of a pad
- Chapter 8 : Q-Link slider
- Chapter 9 : Using the MPC1000 with external devices
- Chapter 10 : Recording a sample
- Chapter 11 : Editing a sample
- Chapter 12 : Program
- Creating a program
- Assigning/Reassigning samples to the pads
- Playing the sample while the pad is being hit
- Setting the volume and the tuning for a sample
- Changing the sample volume with velocity
- Playing several samples with one pad
- Switching between samples using velocity
- Setting the envelope for a pad
- The functions in the Program window
- Editing the sound of a sample
- Simulating the open/close hi-hat (setting the mute group)
- Setting the overlap of the sounds on the same pad (voice overlap)
- Delete all the unused samples at the same time (PURGE)
- Setting a MIDI note number to the pads
- Assigning MIDI note numbers to the pads (changing the default setting)
- Chapter 13 : Mixer
- Chapter 14 : Effect
- Chapter 15 : Save / Load
- Chapter 16 : Connecting the MPC1000 to your computer
- Chapter 17 : Other settings
- Appendix
WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC PRODUCTS, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
WARNING
The MPC1000 is designed to be used in a standard household environment.
Power requirements for electrical equipment vary from area to area. Please ensure that your MPC1000
meets the power requirements in your area. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician or AKAI profes-
sional dealer.
120 VAC @ 60 Hz for USA and Canada
220~240 VAC @ 50 Hz for Europe
240 VAC @ 50 Hz for Australia
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat souces such as radiators, heat register, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combin-
ation to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.