User Manual
Table Of Contents
- 1. INTRODUCTION
 - 2. THE DIGITONE KEYS
 - 3. PANEL LAYOUT AND CONNECTORS
 - 4. DIGITONE KEYS SOUND ARCHITECTURE
 - 5. OVERVIEW OF THE DIGITONE KEYS DATA STRUCTURE
 - 6. THE USER INTERFACE
 - 7. QUICK START
 - 8. DIGITONE KEYS CONTROLS
 - 9. PATTERNS AND SOUNDS
 - 10. THE SEQUENCER
 - 11. SYNTH TRACK PARAMETERS
 - 12. MIDI TRACK PARAMETERS
 - 13. FX PARAMETERS
 - 14. GLOBAL SETTINGS
 - 15. STARTUP MENU
 - 16. SETUP EXAMPLES
 - 17. USEFUL KEY COMBINATIONS
 - 18. TECHNICAL INFORMATION
 - 19. CREDITS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
 - APPENDIX A: THE DIGITONE KEYS FM SYNTHESIS
 - APPENDIX B: MIDI IMPLEMENTATION
 - APPENDIX C: LFO MODULATION DESTINATIONS
 - INDEX
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these instructions carefully and adhere to the operating advice.
1.  Do not use this unit near water.
2.  Never use aggressive cleaners on the casing or on the screen. Remove dust, dirt and fingerprints with 
a soft, dry and non-abrasive cloth. More persistent dirt can be removed with a slightly damp cloth using 
only water. Disconnect all cables while doing this. Only reconnect them when the product is safely dry.
3.  Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Make sure you place the unit on a stable sur-
face before use.
4.  Connect the unit to an easily accessible electrical outlet close to the unit.
5.  When transporting the unit, use accessories recommended by the manufacturer or the original box and 
padding.
6.  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any other equipment 
(including amplifiers) producing heat. 
7.  Do not cover the device while the device is powered on.
8.  This product, by itself or in combination with amplifiers, headphones or speakers, is capable of produc-
ing sound levels that may cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate at a high volume level or at a 
level that is uncomfortable.
9.  Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, 
and the point where they exit from the unit.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when it is not used for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service technicians. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged 
in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, the unit has been exposed to rain 
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or product damage:
•  Do not expose the unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and also avoid placing objects filled with 
liquid, such as vases, on the unit.
•  Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, nor use it in ambient temperatures exceeding 40°C as this can 
lead to malfunction.
•  Do not open the casing. There are no user repairable or adjustable parts inside. Leave service and 
repairs to trained service technicians only.
•  Do not exceed the limitations specified in the Electrical specifications.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE POWER ADAPTER ELEKTRON PSU-3b
•  The adapter is not safety grounded and may only be used indoors.
•  To ensure good ventilation for the adapter, do not place it in tight spaces. To prevent risk of electric 
shock and fire because of overheating, ensure that curtains and other objects do not prevent adapter 
ventilation.
•  Do not expose the power adapter to direct sunlight, nor use it in ambient temperatures exceeding 40°C.
•  Connect the adapter to an easily accessible electrical outlet close to the unit.
•  The adapter is in standby mode when the power cord is connected. The primary circuit is always active 
when the cord is connected to the power outlet. Pull out the cord to completely disconnect the adapter.
•  In the EU, only use CE approved power cords.
RESTART
•  For a complete restart of the Digitone Keys, wait for at least 30 seconds after turning it o before turning 
it on again.










