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- In the event that the device is exposed to extreme temperature changes (e.g. transported 
from a cold outdoor environment into a warm indoor environment), it should not be turned on
until it has reached room temperature. This is necessary to prevent moisture (condensation) 
from forming inside the device, which could lead to electric shocks.

Use & Operation Guidelines:

- This device is intended for indoor use and must only be operated by an adult.
- This device is not suitable for use by children and must always be operated by an adult.
- This device can only be used in appropriate environments where no damage to the device 
can occur. Do not use the device in moist or dusty environments such as:

- indoor swimming pools where chlorine is used
- beaches or any location where sand and/or salt is present
- outdoors
- indoors in spaces where intense heat sources are present, or where it can reach 

temperature levels that would be considered uncomfortable for a person.
- Avoid impact and collisions during use and transport. Do not move or transport the device 
while it is in use. - Avoid using excessive force when installing and operating the device. 
- Any user must become familiar with the functions of this device before using it. 
- Should the device not be used in the manner described in this user manual, damages or 
even injuries could occur. Devine cannot be held responsible for any injuries or damages 
that occur as a result of improper use of this product.

Storage & Transport:

- This device is not designed for mobile use. This device must always be transported in its 
original packaging, or in an appropriate padded bag/cover that is able to provide adequate 
protection.
– This device has not been designed for continuous (24/7) use. Regularly switching off the 
device will not affect its lifespan. Always switch off and disconnect the device whenever it is 
not in active use.
- When the device is not in use for long periods of time, always disconnect the device and 
store it in a dust free environment.
– Do not expose the device to extreme temperature shifts.

Housing:

- Frequently inspect the housing of the device and always just before use. Avoid operating 
the device if any large dents or cracks are found in the housing, or if screws are missing. Do
not use the device if the housing is not in good condition. Contact your dealer or a qualified 
technician if you are unsure about the state of the device.
- Check the device and screws for any corrosion. If any corrosion is found, do not use the 
device. Contact your dealer or a qualified technician if the screws or housing show any signs
of corrosion. 
- Ensure that every power and signal socket is securely fitted. Do not use the device if any 
of the sockets are not secure.
- Avoid the build up of any dust and dirt. Clean the device once a month by disconnecting it 
from the power supply and wiping it down with a dry or slightly moist cloth. If the device is 
used frequently, the device should also be cleaned more frequently.

The information included in this user manual is subject to change at any time and without notification:

Version:
1.0

Date and author initials: 02-11-2020 RV

Revision date and author initials: -

Summary of Contents for VersaKey 25

Page 1: ...ards VersaKey 25 49 61 88 User Manual The information included in this user manual is subject to change at any time and without notification Version 1 0 Date and author initials 02 11 2020 RV Revision...

Page 2: ...c producer everything they need and by purchasing a Devine MIDI controller you re granted free access to this excellent software While the 8 Track edition of Bitwig is not limited in terms of function...

Page 3: ...using of this device should not be opened and any hardware or software that may be present should not be modified To achieve optimal performance any inputs on the device should not be fed with a signa...

Page 4: ...evice is not designed for mobile use This device must always be transported in its original packaging or in an appropriate padded bag cover that is able to provide adequate protection This device has...

Page 5: ...nt as much as possible CE The CE logo indicates that this product meets the European norms and requirements to which it must legally conform Suitable for indoor use only This product was designed for...

Page 6: ...is registered by name in the account that you will need to create when you register via the Bitwig website If you would prefer to use the VersaKey controller without Bitwig 8 Track then the voucher c...

Page 7: ...nts of the software to be certain that your computer meets the minimum recommended system requirements Using the VersaKey Series With and Without Bitwig It is also possible to use the VersaKey Series...

Page 8: ...be used to control Pitch Bend and Modulation By sliding a fingertip up or down the Pitch Bend touch strip the pitch of a note or chord can be smoothly bent up or down to create a distinct effect The...

Page 9: ...put When any VersaKey MIDI keyboard is not connected to a computer and USB powered for example when using it as a secondary analogue keyboard for gear like a workstation synth or keyboard an external...

Page 10: ...ments this may cause the VersaKey to function incorrectly Windows Mac OS Pentium 3 800 MHz or better laptop CPUs may require higher 256 MB RAM DirectX 9 0b or better Windows XP Service Pack 2 or bette...

Page 11: ...power input This power supply must be fitted with a centre positive 5 5mm x2 1mm DC plug and provide a minimum power of 500mA at 5V DC Making Sound Music with the VersaKey A MIDI keyboard like the Ver...

Page 12: ...set each of them up to send a MIDI signal via a different channel so that they cannot interfere with one another There are 16 channels to choose from Channel 1 is the default channel Changing the cha...

Page 13: ...ment simply press the corresponding button or turn the rotary knob to indicate that you want to program it Assignable Controls Each VersaKey model includes a number of rotary encoders knobs and drum p...

Page 14: ...de In Split mode the keyboard is split into a left side and right side so that both sides can be played as if there were more octaves and the corresponding amount of keys between the two sides Here th...

Page 15: ...ypes more defined when generating notes Also this method supports a high polyphony The variations are only limited by the device that is generating the sound To activate GS ON press the Edit button to...

Page 16: ...then press the Shift button to activate the lower layer Pad Options The VersaKey Series models provide drum pads that can be used to perform functions like controlling a software sampler Because of ho...

Page 17: ...the LED backlight of each pad can be changed for a custom set up The smooth RGB colour mixing of the backlight LEDs can be used to create almost any colour imaginable Press the Edit button so that th...

Page 18: ...h 128 sound patches Technically speaking the first 7 bits of the 14 bit Bank Change message is sent in a single bite known as the Bank LSB The last 7 bits are known as the Bank MSB The Bank LSB is the...

Page 19: ...of a sound module or software synth Equipment that supports the Roland developed GS specification or the XG specification from Yamaha for example require a bank change before any of the extra voices a...

Page 20: ...transport control section with central rotary encoder Model VersaKey 25 VersaKey 49 VersaKey 61 VersaKey 88 Number of keys 25 49 61 88 Number of rotary encoders 4 8 8 8 Number of drum pads 8 8 8 8 Con...

Page 21: ...em Exclusive 0 0 GM GM2 MMC System Song Position Pointer SongSe Tune Request X X X X X X System Clock Real Time Commands X X X X Aux All Sounds Off Messages Reset All Controllers Local ON OFF All Note...

Page 22: ...Organ Ensemble Synth Lead Percussive 16 Drawbar Organ 17 Percussive Organ 18 Rock Organ 19 Church Organ 20 Reed Organ 21 Accordion 22 Harmonica 23 Tango Accordion 48 String Ensemble 1 49 String Ensem...

Page 23: ...16 00 7F 00 7F n a 64 0 63 Drum EG Attack Rate relative change 17 00 7F 00 7F n a 64 0 63 Drum EG Decay Rate relative change 18 00 7F 00 7F n a 64 0 63 Drum Instrument Pitch Coarse relative change 19...

Page 24: ...81 Open Triangle 48 Hi Mid Tom 65 High Timbale 49 Crash Cymbal 1 66 Low Timbale 50 High Tom 67 High Agogo 51 Ride Cymbal 1 68 Low Agogo Appendix C General MIDI Controller Numbers MIDI CC s 0 127 Gene...

Page 25: ...y encoders of the VersaKey 0 127 General controller 128 PAD controller 129 Pitch Bend 130 Master Volume 131 Program Change 132 RPN Coarse 133 RPN Fine 134 NRPN Coarse 135 NRPN Fine Appendix G Assignab...

Page 26: ...Hexadecimal Conversion Chart Hexadecimal value Decimal value Hexadecimal value Decimal value Hexadecimal value Decimal value 0 0 2B 43 56 86 1 1 2C 44 57 87 2 2 2D 45 58 88 3 3 2E 46 59 89 4 4 2F 47...

Page 27: ...20 32 4B 75 76 118 21 33 4C 76 77 119 22 34 4D 77 78 120 23 35 4E 78 79 121 24 36 EF 79 7A 122 25 37 50 80 7B 123 26 38 51 81 7C 124 27 39 52 82 7D 125 28 40 53 83 7E 126 29 41 54 84 7F 127 2A 42 55 8...

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