M-AUDIO OXYGEN OXY8_050503 - Manual (Page 2)

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Oxygen 8, part of the USB Keystation
series of MIDI controllers brought to you by M-Audio.You may use your Oxygen
8 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 Oxygen 8 gives you full control over MIDI
parameters, while utilizing proven M-Audio USB MIDI interface technology.The
Oxygen 8 will also serve your needs as a standalone MIDI controller.
This manual will help you become familiar with the powerful features of the
Oxygen 8.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.
Oxygen 8 Features
• The Oxygen 8 MIDI controller keyboard provides 25 dynamic keys, pitch and
mod wheels, a data slider, and 8 assignable rotary controllers.
• Connects easily to your computer’s USB port. No tools, and no disassembly
is required.When used with USB, the Oxygen 8 may be parasitically powered
by your computer’s USB port.
• The Oxygen 8 may also be used as a completely portable standalone
controller when powered by 6 AA-size batteries.
• The Oxygen 8 provides two MIDI OUT jacks for connecting to MIDI devices
from either your computer, or as a standalone MIDI controller.
• There is also a socket for an optional sustain-footswitch.
• Although the Oxygen 8 has no built-in sound capabilities, it offers a great
variety of useful MIDI functions.
Oxygen 8 Overview
The Oxygen 8 is a fully functional MIDI controller. Its 25 keys can be set to play
any octave or transposed pitch, while the Oxygen 8’s pitch wheel, mod wheel and
data slider with the addition of eight programmable rotary knobs make it the most
versatile MIDI controller of its class. Its compact size and ability to run on battery
power make it the ultimate in portable keyboard controllers.Virtually any type of
MIDI controller information can be sent from the Oxygen 8 to your computer,
using the power and convenience of the Mac or PC computer’s USB port.
Additionally, the Oxygen 8 can operate as a “standalone” MIDI controller,
independent of the computer. The rear panel MIDI port marked “keyboard” is
used for this purpose.
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