M-Audio Radium 61 [2/27] Introduction

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Radium, part of the USB Keystation

series of MIDI controllers brought to you by M-Audio.You may use your Radium

in conjunction with a USB equipped PC or Macintosh computer and appropriate

music software to enter a full range of MIDI note and controller information.

You will be able to discover the wonderful world of Computer Music with a set

of complete musical instruments from your sound card, sound modules, or

workstation. The Radium gives you full control over MIDI parameters, while

utilizing proven M-Audio USB MIDI interface technology. The Radium will also

serve your needs as a standalone MIDI controller.

This manual will help you become familiar with the powerful features of the

Radium. After reading the manual carefully, you will have a clear understanding

of how to transmit different MIDI messages to other instruments and

equipment. For ease of use of MIDI implementation, we strongly recommend

that you have the manual at hand when you are using the keyboard, especially if

you are new to the world of MIDI.

What’s in the Box

Included in your Radium, you should find:

1. Radium USB Keystation MIDI Controller

2. One (1) standard USB cable

3. PC/Mac Driver CD

4. This manual and warranty registration card

Radium Features

The Radium MIDI controller keyboard provides either 61 or 49 dynamic keys, pitch

and mod wheels, a data slider, 8 assignable sliders and 8 assignable knobs.

• Connects easily to your computer—no tools or disassembly required

•When used with USB, may be parasitically powered by your

computer’s USB port

•May be used as a completely portable standalone controller when

Radium49 only)

•Provides two MIDI OUT jacks for sending MIDI to external devices

via computer or as standalone MIDI controller

•Footswith jack provided for sustain pedal (pedal optional)

• Offers a great variety of useful MIDI functions, even though containing

no built-in sound capabilities