Setting procedure
Normally, the MS-20 FS will use the earlier-version filter when the pow-
er is turned on.
You can switch to the later-version filter by using the method below.
• To select the later filter, hold down the F#3, G#3 and B3 keys and
turn on the MS-20 FS.
F 3
G 3
B3
TIP Even after you have made this setting to change the filter used, the MS-20
FS will revert to the earlier-version filter once the power is turned off.
4. About MIDI
The MIDI IN connector and USB port on the MS-20 FS are some of the
main differences between it and the original MS-20.
By connecting the MS-20 FS to a computer, you can perform with it
while using a sequencer.
Connecting MIDI devices
In order to transmit/receive MIDI information, you can use commercially
available MIDI cables. Connect the MIDI connector of the MS-20 FS to
the MIDI connector of the external MIDI device where information will be
exchanged.
MIDI IN connector: This receives MIDI messages from other MIDI de-
vices. This should be connected to the MIDI OUT connector of the other
device.
The only MIDI messages that can be received at the MIDI IN connector
are note messages (Velocity is disabled) on MIDI channel 1 (fixed).
TIP If a Note On message with a note number of 92 or more is received, the
message will become invalid, and the sound being produced will stop. It will
also be invalid if a note number is 11 or less; however, the sound will con-
tinue to be produced.
Specifications
Keyboard:
37 Keys (3 octaves)
Controllers:
Control wheel (center click), Momentary switch (
Connectors:
SIGNAL IN jack (1/4" phone jack), SIGNAL OUT jack (1/4" phone jack, 2Vp-p output impedance 3.5kΩ),
PHONES jack (1/4" Stereo phone jack, 33Ω 48mW), DC12V jack, MIDI IN, USB typeB
Power supply:
DC12V
Dimensions:
573 mm (W) x 316 mm (D) x 248 mm (H) / 22.56" (W) x 12.44" (D) x 9.76" (H)
Weight:
6.5 kg / 14.33 lbs.
Included items:
10x Patch cord, AC adapter (
* Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice for improvement.
Connecting a computer
Use a USB cable to directly connect the MS-20 FS to a computer
equipped with a USB port in order to receive MIDI messages in the
same way as with the MIDI connectors.
The only MIDI messages that can be transmitted and received at the
USB port are note messages (Velocity is transmitted fixed at 64 and
reception is disabled) on MIDI channel 1 (fixed).
TIP The only MIDI messages that are transmitted are note messages transmit-
ted when the keyboard is played. Messages, for example, for pitch bend
and modulation, will not be transmitted.
Korg USB-MIDI driver
When using the standard USB-MIDI driver included with the Windows
operating system, the MS-20 FS cannot be used by multiple applica-
tions simultaneously. If you want to use the MS-20 FS with multiple ap-
plications simultaneously, you must install the Korg USB-MIDI driver.
You can download the Korg USB-MIDI driver from the Korg website,
and install it as described in the included documentation.
NOTE See the Korg website for the latest information on OS support.
https://www.korg.com/support/os/
NOTE When you first connect the MS-20 FS to your computer, the USB-MIDI
driver included with the operating system will be installed automatically.
About the MIDI implementation chart
The MIDI implementation chart lists the MIDI messages that can be
transmitted and received. When using a MIDI device, compare the MIDI
implementation charts to check that the MIDI messages are compatible.
TIP Detailed MIDI specifications are provided under MIDI implementation. For
more information on MIDI implementation, visit the Korg Web site
( http://www.korg.com/ ).
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