User Guide

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if a piano is poorly regulated, the velocity of
the keys may not be closely related to the
loudness of the tone produced. In this
circumstance, it is possible that the
PianoBar will have keys that produce MIDI
velocity information that is not the same as
the loudness of the piano tone. In any case
we highly recommend regular tuning and
maintenance from a qualified Piano
Technician. Your piano will love you for it.
• Pedal sensor height – Every piano sits at a
different height in relation to the floor. Some
pianos may be situated on a dolly, which
raises the pedal height substantially. The
Pedal Sensor must be at a distance of ½”
to 1” from the pedals when they are
depressed. For raising the Pedal sensor, we
recommend the Pedal Height adjustment
accessory (available from Moog Music pn
PB-PS-HA). In a pinch you can use a book. If
the Piano is too close to the pedal sensor
due to placement on a carpet, we
recommend a set of caster cups, available
from your piano dealer. These will raise your
piano.
• External MIDI devices – The PianoBar has a
wealth of applications as a MIDI controller.
If you plan on using the PianoBar with an
external MIDI device – please consult the
sections on the Channel Setup and
Channel Route functions to learn how to
configure the PianoBar with External MIDI
devices.
• USB Cables – The PianoBar comes supplied
with two USB-type cables. There is a 6’
cable, to make the connection between
the Scanner Bar and the Control Module.
Do not substitute longer USB cables or USB
cables that have smaller diameter wires.
There is a 16’ cable that is used to connect
he Pedal Sensor to the Control Module. The
cables are not interchangeable, always
use the shorter cable to connect the