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General informationIntroductionSpecificationsWhat’s in the BoxKitara DescriptionSetupConfiguration ScreenBasic OperationAdvanced Configuration ScreenConfiguration Menu Presets Synth / MIDI E!ects Overview Compression & Distortion Modulation & Delay Reverb Mixer / EQ Assigning Controls to Synth or MIDI ParametersAdvanced MIDI configuration MIDI troubleshootingTroubleshootingWarranty StatementSupportDeclaration of ConformityDisclaimer

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WARNING

CAUTION

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Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required voltage is imprinted on the power adapter included.• Use the specified power adapter only. Using the wrong power adapter can result in overheating or damage to the instrument.• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it.• Do not place the AC adapter cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators, and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over it.

POWER SUPPLY / AC POWER ADAPTER• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place containers with liquids which might spill into any openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the instrument, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.• Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

WATER WARNING

• Do not put flammable items, such as candles, on the unit. A combustible item may fall over and cause a fire.

FIRE WARNING• Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately.

DO NOT OPEN

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Misa Digital Instruments cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument.ALWAYS TURN THE POWER OFF WHEN THE INSTRUMENT IS NOT IN USE.

• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always hold the plug itself and not the cord.• Unplug the AC power adapter when not using the instrument, or during electrical storms.• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.

POWER SUPPLY / AC POWER ADAPTER• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.• Do not use the instrument/device or headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

HANDLING AND MAINTENANCE

• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.

CONNECTIONS

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Kitara community!

Congratulations on the purchase of your very own KITARA.

Please take a few minutes to read the user manual and familiarize yourself with the functionality and use of Kitara. Note all safety precautions, including directions for care and maintenance of the product to ensure longevity and optimum use of your digital guitar.

We hope you enjoy your new Kitara and we're looking forward to seeing what you and other users will create with this instrument we love very much!

The Misa team

SPECIFICATIONS

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144 keysTuneable individual stringsFret markers (3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 12th, 15th , 17th, 19th, 21st and 24th frets)

30 voices (5 per string)40+1GB (Flash)

Maximum PolyphonyPresetsUser Memory available

Five points multi-touch capacitive

USB Drive with User Manual, AC Adapter, Strap, Audio Cable, MIDI Cable, Cleaning Cloth

Neck

Touch Panel

Accessories

Synthesizer

815 mm345 mm35 mm2.9 kg

HeightWidthDepthWeight

Size and Weight

Controls

Connectors

Power Supply

EffectsEffectsFX Blocks

Distortion, Compression, Modulation, Delay, Reverb, Filter, Equalizer2 (synthesizer voices individually routable to FX1, FX2 or neither)

AudioDataPower

¼” Audio Output Jack, Headphone jackMIDI-OUT Connector, USBBarrel Connector

Current Rating DC 1.2 A - 9 V

Audio OutputLine-out Output LevelHeadphone Output Power

RMS0.6 V32 Ohm - 10mW

Supports all tuningsAssignable to any synthesizer effect parameter or voice parameterTouch and drag gestures assignable to any synthesizer effect or voice parameterNormal Mode and Tap Mode800x600 resolution LCD - 24 bit color

6 Strings BlocksX/Y ControllerTouch PadModesDisplay

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

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The Misa Digital Instruments Kitara package contains several items. Please make sure that all items are included in your box. If any are missing, contact the dealer that sold you the Kitara.

Kitara Digital Guitar

MIDI CableThis cable connects between Kitara and a MIDI interface.

USB CableThis cable connects between Kitara and your computer in order to transfer files and perform firmware updates.

Audio CableThis cable connects between Kitara and external speakers.

AC AdapterPlease make sure you only use the supplied AC adapter with Kitara.Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause damage to the unit.

Cleaning ClothUse this to clean Kitara’s screen and body.

Screen ProtectorUse this to provide an extra protection to the screen

StrapAttach this to the strap buttons

Allen KeyUse this to swap the strap buttons.

USB driveContains User Manual and PC/MAC software.

KITARA DESCRIPTION

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Touchscreen – Indicates the current playing mode and various configuration settings of Kitara.

Neck – Each of the 144 note buttons designates a musical tone. The default tuning is the same as a regular guitar.

Strap hooks – To attach a guitar strap to the strap hooks.(note: strap hooks can be swapped for left-handed users)

USB port – Connect USB cable (included) to your PC to allow file transfer or firmware update.

Headphone jack – Connect to headphones.

AC Adapter connection – Connect the AC adapter provided, to this port and your wall power supply.

Audio line out – Connect an audio cable to external speakers or any audio interface.

MIDI-out – Connect to an external MIDI device.

Power button – Hold for 2 seconds to power on/off Kitara.

SETUP

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Attach the Kitara strap to both strap buttons.

How to connect to Kitara

Left-Handed Mode Kitara’s default orientation is for right-handed players. To switch Kitara to a left-handed orientation:

-Unscrew the strap buttons from their current position. -Screw the strap buttons into the holes on the opposite side of Kitara.Access the configuration menu, then the system menu, and select “Left-handed”. The screen should immediately flip to accomodate.

CONFIGURATION SCREEN

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The configuration menu is divided into the following sections:

Volume Slider – Controls the master output volume

Preset Window – Load Kitara presets. You can slide your finger across this window to see more presets.

Ball button – Enables/disables Ball Mode.

String button – Enables/disables String Mode.

Tap – Enables/disables Tap Mode.

Advanced – Shows the Advanced Menu.

Close – Return to Play Screen.

For an explanation on the modes, see the section “Basic Operation”

To start the configuration screen:

Press the two rear corners of the touch panel and select “Configuration”.

VOLUME LOAD CLOSE

ADVANCED

Preset #1

Preset #2

Preset #3

Preset #4

Preset #5

Preset #6

Preset #7

Preset #8

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LOAD

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Preset #2

Preset #3

Preset #4

Preset #5

Preset #6

Preset #7

Preset #8

LOAD

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Preset #2

Preset #3

Preset #4

Preset #5

Preset #6

Preset #7

Preset #8

How to load a preset

LOAD

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Preset #3

Preset #4

Preset #5

Preset #6

Preset #7

Preset #8

BASIC OPERATION

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When first switching on Kitara, the instrument will default to Touchpad Mode.The screen will be blue.

Pressing on the touchpad will play the highest note pressed on each ofthe six strings.

Pressing on a string will play the corresponding note, similar to a guitar string on a traditional guitar.Press a note key on the neck to increase the tone pitch of of the string block.

In Tap Mode, the general operation is the same as in Standard Play Mode, except that notes on Kitara’s neck immediately plays regardless of any fingers being pressed on the touch panel. It is useful for the two-handed tapping technique.

The Touchpad, Strings and X/Y ball control are a different colour in Tap Mode.

Dragging the X/Y ball will modify various sound parameters. This is determined by the settings in the configuration menu (unique for each preset). See section “Assigning Controls to Synth or MIDI Parameters” for more information.

TOUCHPAD MODE

STRINGS MODE

BALL MODE

TAP MODE

ADVANCED CONFIGURATION SCREEN

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To start the advanced configuration screen:

Press the two rear corners of the touch panel and select Advanced.

The configuration menu is divided into the following sections:

Presets – Press this button to show a screen allowing you to load or save Kitara presets.

Synth / MIDI – Press this button to show string assignments and modify MIDI configuration.

Distortion – Modify the onboard distortion effect settings.

Compression – Modify the onboard compressor effect settings.

Delay – Modify the onboard delay effect settings.

Modulation – Modify the onboard modulation effect settings.

Reverb – Modify the onboard reverb effect settings.

Mixer / EQ – Modify the onboard mixer and EQ settings.

System – Modify various system settings, displays the software version and update the wavetable.

Close – Return to the Play screen.

The configuration screen lets you set many parameters that affect how Kitara works.

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CONFIGURATION MENU - PRESETS SCREEN

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All the control and synthesizer settings on Kitara are saved in Presets. This includes:

1. Synthesizer voices2. Effects parameters3. On-board synthesizer control assignments4. MIDI string configuration5. MIDI control assignments6. String tuning This means different presets can have different tunings recalled instantly, and you can build presets that are configured specifically for external MIDI devices.Once you build and save the configuration, you won’t need to reconfigure again. To load a preset:

Select a preset name.

Press the Load button. To save the current settings to a preset:

Select a preset filename to overwrite and press Save, or

Press the Save as button to create a new preset.

Press OK to confirm overwrite.

CLOSESAVE

PRESETS

LOAD CLOSESAVE

PRESETS

LOAD

CLOSESAVE

PRESETS

LOAD CLOSESAVE

PRESETS

LOAD CLOSESAVE

PRESETS

CANCELOK

ARE YOU SURE?

CONFIGURATION MENU - SYNTH / MIDI SCREEN

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To change the string tuning:

Press the forward and backward arrows to adjust the starting tone of the string. Each tone is assigned a note (from A to G#) and a number indicating the octave. Each string can be assigned to either the onboard synthesizer or an external MIDI device. This allows you to control the onboard synthesizer and multiple external MIDI devices simultaneously by assigning each string to a separate device.

To assign a string to the onboard synthesizer:

Press the “Synth” button . One or more voice assignment boxes should be visible .Press an empty voice assignment box to create a new voice for the string (see “Voice screen” section below). To assign a string to an external MIDI device:

Press the MIDI button . The MIDI channel selector should be visible .Select the desired MIDI channel corresponding to your external MIDI device using the arrows.

The Synth / MIDI screen provides the interface to designate synthesizer voice assignments, string tunings and MIDI configuration.

Each of the six strings on Kitara is assigned a row. For example, the settings of the low E string are the first row from the bottom:

CLOSE

SYNTH / MIDI

MIDI CONTROLS

E 2

A 3

D 2

G 3

B 4

E 4

MIDI

MIDI

MIDI

MIDI

MIDI

MIDI

SYNTHMIDI Channel

SYNTH

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SYNTH

SYNTH

SYNTH

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MIDI CONTROLS

A 3

D 2

G 3

B 4

E 4

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SYNTH

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E 2 MIDISYNTH

CONFIGURATION MENU - SYNTH / MIDI SCREEN

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1. Wave type – any wave defined in the soundbank2. Amplitude envelope controls3. Filter frequency cut-off4. Filter resonance5. Detune course6. Detune fine7. Filter envelope controls8. Vibrate rate9. Vibrate depth10. Vibrate delay11. Channel volume12. Portamento time13. Pan14. Pitch bend semitones15. FX block (FX1, FX2 or off)16. Reverb send (only if no FX block selected, otherwise use reverb send in MFX mixer)

You can press the arrows on the side of the screen to display more parameters.

CLOSEON

VOICE

WAVEFORM

FX 1 FX 2

A voice is an individual waveform that makes a distinct sound. Each voice has a shape, and a set of parameters that can be used to modify the sound. Each string on Kitara can play up to five voices simultaneously. As an option, you can also assign a voice to play through an FX block.

VOICE SCREEN

CONFIGURATION MENU - EFFECTS OVERVIEW

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The Kitara onboard synthesizer contains two effects blocks (FX1 and FX2). Each effects block includes Compression, Distortion, Modulation, Delay, Reverb and EQ effects. Each string on the Kitara can be routed through either FX block.

Let us use the compressor as an example:

Select the Compression button to load the compression screen.

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Kitara has two compressors – one for each FX block (FX 1 and 2). To modify the settings of a particular compressor, select the designated FX block as follows. CLOSE

COMPRESSION

FX 1 FX 2

HARD SOFT

ON

Note: Global effects such as EQ do not have an FX block designater.

To modify the various parameters of the compressor, drag the sliders up or down. CLOSE

COMPRESSION

FX 1 FX 2

HARD SOFT

ON

To turn a compressor on, select the On button.

CLOSE

COMPRESSION

FX 1 FX 2

HARD SOFT

ON

In some cases, effects may have more parameters than it is possible to fit on the screen. This is indicated by a small arrow to the right of the screen. You can press the arrows on the side of the screen to display more parameters.

CLOSE

COMPRESSION

FX 1 FX 2

HARD SOFT

ON

To return to the main configuration screen, press the Close button.

CLOSE

COMPRESSION

FX 1 FX 2

HARD SOFT

ON

CONFIGURATION MENU - COMPRESSION & DISTORTION

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Compression Parameters:

1. Attack2. Release3. Threshold4. Ratio5. Boost6. Knee (hard or soft)

The Kitara onboard synthesizer contains a compressor effect. A compressor is used to reduce the volume of loud sounds and amplify quiet sounds.

The Kitara onboard synthesizer contains a distortion effect. Distortion makes the audio signal “dirtier” or warmer.

CLOSE

COMPRESSION

FX 1 FX 2

HARD SOFT

ON CLOSEON

DISTORTION

TYPE

FX 1 FX 2

COMPRESSION DISTORTION

Distortion Parameters:

1. Algorithm type2. Output level3. Distortion drive4. Distortion tone5. Booster

CONFIGURATION MENU - MODULATION & DELAY

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Modulation Parameters:

1. Type (11 x chorus algorithms, 4 x flanger; 4 x phaser, 4 x tremolo and 1 x rotary)2. Level3. Chorus delay time4. Chorus feedback5. Chorus hpf6. Delay feedback filter7. Modulation rate8. Modulation depth9. Tremolo shape (0 = triangle… until 127 = square)

The Kitara onboard synthesizer contains various filter modulation effects including phaser, flanger, tremolo and chorus. It is better to listen to these effects than try to describe them!

The Kitara onboard synthesizer contains a delay effect. Delay creates an echo sound.

MODULATION DELAY

Delay Parameters:

1. Mode (mono or stereo)2. Pre-low pass filter amount3. Level4. Time (0 – 1365ms)5. Feedback6. Feedback filter amount

CLOSEON

MODULATION

TYPE

FX 1 FX 2 CLOSEON

DELAY

FX 1 FX 2

MONO STEREO

CONFIGURATION MENU - REVERB

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Reverb Parameters:

1. Type (room1, room2, room3, hall1, hall2, plate, delay, pan delay)2. Pre-low pass filter amount3. Level4. Time5. Delay feedback6. Pre-delay time

The Kitara onboard synthesizer contains a reverb effect. Reverb gives the audio a sense of space, to simulate a room environment. Reverb is a global effect (not per FX Block).

CLOSE

REVERB

TYPE

CONFIGURATION MENU - MIXER / EQ

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Mixer Parameters:

1. Low cut filter frequency2. High cut filter frequency3. Input gain4. Output level5. Reverb send amount

The Kitara onboard synthesizer contains two mixers, one for each FX block. The mixer is used to set various parameters of the signal after the signal has been processed by your preselected effects.

This screen is divided into two sections: mixer and EQ.

The EQ (Equalizer) is used to increase or decrease the level of certain frequencies in the audio signal. This is the final stage of the signal chain.

MIXER EQ

EQ Parameters:

There are 4 EQ bands, each with gain and frequency, and Q controls.

CLOSEON

MIXER

FX 1 FX 2 CLOSE

EQ

MIXER ON

CONFIGURATION MENU - ASSIGNING CONTROLS TO SYNTH OR MIDI PARAMETERS

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In Play Mode the user has access to several controls via the touch panel. These are:

Synth Parameter Assignment

All voice and effect parameters accessible in the configuration menu can be controlled by any of the above controls.For example, you may wish to control the Distortion effects Drive parameter to increase or decrease as you touch on the touch pad from one side of the screen to the other. In other words, you want to assign the Distortion Drive parameter to the touch_x control. To do this:1. Open the Configuration Menu.2. Select Distortion.3. Locate the Drive parameter. Press the text label Drive underneath the slider. A new menu should appear.

4. Select touch_x once to select it.5. You can optionally press the Inverse button to reverse the direction of the control6. Press touch_x once again to confirm. The menu should close and the “Drive” text label should be red.

Now the location of your touch will affect the Distortion drive.

1. touch x2. touch y

x/y value set when you tap on the screen

x/y value set when you drag on the screen

x/y value set when you move the X/Y control ball around

value set at random independent of any touch panel pressyou can limit the range to any value between 0 - 127

3. drag x4. drag y5. ball x6. ball y

7. variation

CLOSEON

DISTORTION

TYPE

FX 1 FX 2

SET CONROL

MIDI Parameter Assignment

Kitara can control external MIDI devices. A MIDI device listens on a particular channel from 1 to 16, and its controls are assigned “Control Change” (CC) numbers. For example, your MIDI device may have a Distortion Drive knob assigned to CC16. (Please see your MIDI device’s instruction manual for more details on its particular configuration.) In this example, you can assign any of Kitara’s controls to this knob as follows:

1. Open the Configuration Menu.2. Select Synth/MIDI screen.3. Press the MIDI Controls button.4. Press the New button.

5. Press CC.6. Select the MIDI channel your external MIDI device is listening on.7. Select 16 from the Control Change number selection box.8. Press OK.

CLOSE

MIDI CONTROL

OK

INVCC

CONTROL

CONTROL NUM 0

CHANNEL 1

VELOCITYPITCH

ADVANCED MIDI CONFIGURATION

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The Kitara controls its internal synthesizer in a complex and very unique way. By default, the Kitara will not be able to control your external MIDI synthesizers in the same way – without some configuration first.

This configuration is quite complex and varies depending on the exact MIDI equipment you are connecting to. Nonetheless it is vital that you understand the concepts and follow the steps below if you want the Kitara to control your external equipment the same way it handles the internal synth.

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MIDI CONTROLS

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MIDI CONTROLS

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Press the “MIDI” button on the top row to set the top string to output to a MIDI channel instead of the internal synthe-sizer.

Select “MIDI Channel 1”.

CLOSE

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MIDI CONTROLS

E 2

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E 4 MIDISYNTHMIDI Channel 1

MIDISYNTHMIDI Channel 2

MIDISYNTHMIDI Channel 5

MIDISYNTHMIDI Channel 6

MIDISYNTHMIDI Channel 3

MIDISYNTHMIDI Channel 4

Repeat steps 3 and 4 for all the other strings – but setting each string row to a different channel number. Your screen should look like this:

Leave this screen open.

CLOSE

SYNTH / MIDI

MIDI CONTROLS

A 3

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Open the Advanced Configuration Screen.

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ADVANCED MIDI CONFIGURATION

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You must set your external MIDI synthesizer to have voices open on 6 MIDI channels (corresponding to the channels assigned above).

If you have set up your device correctly, you should be able to press the Kitara’s neck buttons on all six strings and hear notes played.

If you only hear notes played on one string, it means your synthesizer is only listening on one MIDI channel. You should check your user manual and try again.

Please consult the user manual of your MIDI device if you have any trouble doing this.

NOTE: Make sure you do not set your synthesizer to Omni mode – this means it listens to all MIDI channels but treats them as a single channel.

STEP 2

You must enable the legato function of your external MIDI synthesizer. This is necessary to achieve pleasant sounding hammer-ons etc.

Please consult the user manual of your MIDI device if you have any trouble doing this.

STEP 3

SUPER ADVANCED MIDI CONFIGURATION

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The Kitara has the option to control the envelopes of the sound in a special way so as to be more realistic and allow for slides etc. We do this by introducing a control called “stop_sound”. By default, the Misa Kitara operates in “Compatibility Mode” which isn’t so great. If you want a string to truly operate like the onboard synth, you need to configure a stop_sound control for it.

A stop_sound control is a MIDI CC control that turns the sound of a channel off. It does not turn the note off, it merely mutes it. The MIDI specification defines Channel Volume as MIDI CC #07.

You may wish to repeat this process for the other 5 strings, depending on your setup.

If your external MIDI device has been configured correctly, you will notice you only get a sharp attack sound when you tap the touch panel. And when sliding notes, the sound is much smoother.

NOTE: If the above does not work for you synthesizer, it is possible it does not respond to the Channel Volume CC #07 message. In this case, please consult your user manual for an equivalent control number that will work and substitute it in step 7 above.

Press the MIDI Controls button to show the MIDI Control screen. Press New.

Open the Advanced Configuration Screen. Open the Synth/MIDI Screen.

Press OK.

Choose the Control Number – in this case #07. For Value, choose the default value you wish to set the Channel Volume (usually 127 is fine).

Under control Type, choose stop_sound. Select the string number you want to control.

STEP 4

MIDI TROUBLESHOOTING

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1. Some synthesizers such as the Yamaha Motif make it possible to play the same note more than once on a single channel. This is incorrrect behaviour when used in conjunction with the Kitara. To solve this problem, you must enter the voice configuration menu and set Key Assign Mode to single.

2. If you are using stop_sound controls and you find the sound is fading out unless you continuously tap the touch panel, it is because the sustain level (ADSR) of your synthesizer is set very low, or to zero. You should increase this value to a level that suits the particular sound.

3. If your synthesizer is only outputting maximum one note in total, even though you press buttons across multiple strings, it means you have set the synthesizer to an incorrect mode. Most likely “omni mode”. Omni mode means your synthesizer will receive input from all MIDI channels and treat them as a single channel. As described above, the Misa Kitara requires 6 individual channels – one per string – to function properly.

You need to switch off omni mode, and enable your synthesizer to listen on six MIDI channels. Sometimes (for example, in the case of the Yamaha Motif) this requires setting individual synthesizer voices to each of the channels.

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TROUBLESHOOTINGThis section covers some of the issues that can occur with Kitara, and the troubleshooting steps you can take to resolve some of the occurances yourself. Use of force, objects or any heavy-handed items on the product is not necessary during troubleshooting.

Note: At no time should you disassemble Kitara within the warranty period to ensure that your product remains within our service and support coverage.

The unit does not power on

Hardware/ Software malfunctionThe unit does not boot (hangs at the logo screen)

Power cord Try to use a di˜ erent power cord

If none of the solutions above work, try to restore the settings to default with the provided software

Unit problem Kitara needs to be replaced

Power adapter The power adapter needs to be replaced

Restore the software with the provided software

Button switch problemOne of the buttons do not work The neck needs to be replaced

Try to use a di˜ erent audio cableAudio cable

Try to use a di˜ erent speakerSpeaker

Try to use di˜ erent headphonesHeadphones

Pressing the buttons or touching the screen does not produce any sound

Kitara hardware problemOne or more buttons are continuously pressed Kitara needs to be replaced

The software needs to be updated /The neck needs to be replaced

Neck hardware driver or cabling problemNone of the buttons work

POSSIBLE CAUSEPROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION

Power Failure

Programming Failure

Buttons or Frets Not Working

No Sound Output

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MISA DIGITAL INTERNATIONAL WARRANTYWhat is the Misa Digital Warranty?

Important: To qualify for warranty service and to activate this Limited Warranty you must register your Product by connecting your purchased Kitara to a PC/MAC computer via USB, which will connect to Misa Digital's registration platform and where you will be required to input and submit your product informa-tion and certain personal details. Misa Digital reserves the right to refuse to provide warranty service if you have not registered your Product accordingly.

For consumers who are covered by applicable consumer protection laws or regulations in their country of purchase or country of residence (if different) this Limited Warranty is in addition to all rights conferred by such consumer protection laws or regulations. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary by country, state or province. This Limited Warranty is governed by and construed under the laws of Hong Kong.

With regard to any of Misa Digital's consumable items that are purchased for use with the Hardware Product including (without limitation) cables and adapters (and excluding any software), Misa Digital warrants such items against manufacturer defects in materials and workmanship, arising under normal use of the items with the Hardware Product, for the period of 60 days from the date of purchase. If such a defect arises and a valid claim is received, Misa Digital will, at its sole option, either:

2.1 Replace the relevant item; or

2.2 Accept the return of the item and refund its purchase price.

Misa Digital warrants the Kitara neck and body (the "Hardware Product") against manufacturer defects in materials and workmanship, arising under normal use of the Hardware Product, for the period of one (1) year from the date of purchase ("Warranty Period").

If such a defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period Misa Digital will, at its sole option, either:

1.1 Repair the Hardware Product defect; or

1.2 Replace the neck of the Hardware Product, up to a maximum of 1 free replacement; or

1.3 Accept the return of the Product and refund its purchase price.

Misa Digital reserves the right to apply any fees or surcharges for repairs where necessary.

This Limited Warranty applies only to the Hardware Product. It does not apply to any non-Misa product or software that may be packaged or sold with the Hardware Product. Software distributed with the Hardware Product is not covered under this Limited Warranty and you should refer to the licensing agreement accompanying the Software for details regarding its use.

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You should not open the Hardware Product. The Hardware Product contains no user-serviceable parts and opening the Product may invalidate this warranty.

Misa Digital does not warrant that the operation of the Product will be uninterrupted or error-free. Misa Digital is not responsible for damage or loss arising from failure to follow instructions relating to the Product's use.

This warranty does not apply:

3.1 To defects caused by wear and tear or due to the normal ageing of the Product;

3.2 To damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, contact with liquid, flood, fire, earthquake or other external causes;

3.3 To damage caused by servicing performed by any person not authorised by Misa Digital;

3.4 To cosmetic damage such as scratches or dents or broken plastic on ports due to normal wear and tear; or

3.5 To any unauthorised opening of the Product; or

3.6 If the product seal on the back of the Kitara has been defaced, tampered with, damaged or removed.

3. EXCLUSIONS

4. SERVICE BY USER

To the extent permitted by law, this Limited Warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, remedies and conditions, whether oral, written, statutory, express or implied. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Misa Digital specifically disclaims any and all statutory or implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. If Misa Digital cannot lawfully disclaim such warranties then to the extent permitted by applicable law all such warranties will be limited in duration to the duration of the express warranty.

Except as provided in this warranty Misa Digital will not be responsible for any direct, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage including but not limited to loss of use, loss of revenue, loss of actual or anticipated profits, loss of the use of money, loss of anticipated savings, loss of business, loss of opportunity, loss of goodwill or reputation and loss of or damage or corruption to data. Misa Digital's maximum liability shall not exceed the price paid for the product.

The foregoing limitation does not apply to death or personal injury claims or any statutory liability for intentional and grossly negligent acts and/or omissions.

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HOW TO OBTAIN SUPPORTBefore seeking warranty service it is recommended that you utilise the online support information located at www.misadigital.com.

If the Product is still not functioning after making use of these resources then please contact our customer support team at support@misadigital.com. Please ensure you have your Product serial number and proof of purchase, and have registered your Product with Misa Digital's registration platform by following the steps explained in the Limited Warranty. Our support team will assist you with resolving the problem. If the Product needs to be returned to us for repair or replacement our support team will provide you with a Returns Merchandise Authorisation (RMA) number and information on where to send the defective product.

Upon receipt of the returned Product we will test it and if the Product is found to be defective we will arrange for a repair, replacement or refund within 28 working days together with a reimbursement of the reasonable postage costs incurred by you in sending the product to us. We will refund any money received from you using the same method used by you to pay for your purchase.

Returns will not be accepted without a valid RMA number. You must obtain an RMA number before sending any Product to us and we do not accept responsibility for any Product returned without a valid RMA number.

Any product returned to us which is found not to be faulty, or which is returned without a valid RMA number, will be returned to you at your cost and risk.

If you have data stored on the product then you should protect this against possible operational failures. It is your responsibility to keep a separate backup copy of any data. Any data stored on the product may be deleted in the course of warranty service. Your product or a replacement product will be returned to you as it was configured when originally purchased at its factory settings.

(a) Damage caused by improper installation or improper connection to any peripheral(b) Damage caused by an external electrical fault(c) Damage from use of parts not manufactured or sold by Misa Digital Technology Limited(d) Product purchased from anyone other than a Misa Digital authorized dealer(e) Modifications to product not approved in writing by Misa Digital Technology Limited(f) Equipment that has the serial number removed or made illegible(g) Normal cosmetic and mechanical wear(h) Damage or loss during transit to an Authorized Misa Digital Repair Center or to Misa Digital Technology Head Office( i ) Units that are purchased from unauthorized dealers will not be covered under the Misa Digital Limited Warranty.

This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of the product by the user. This Limited Warranty does not cover:

WHAT IS NOT COVERED?

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

NOTICE

Model Name : Type of Equipment :Responsible Party :

Address :Telephone :

KITARASynthesizer GuitarMisa Digital Technology Limited21/F, 9 Chong Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong+852 2121 2332

This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

AVIS

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

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DISCLAIMER

•The reprint, transmission, or storage of any part of this guide without permission from Misa Digital is prohibited.

•Misa Digital reserves the right to change/ update the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice.

•Illustrations and screenshots within this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment after release.

•Illustrations and screenshots from Kitara are under the owership of Misa Digital and copying for public use is prohibited.Please write into info@misadigital.com for permission of official requests of usage.

•The above items notwithstanding, Misa accepts no liability for damage due to mistaken operation of the product.

© 2011 Misa Digital Technology Limited.

Responsible Disposal of KITARA

Please dispose of the product responsibly at the end of its life. Send it back to Misa Digital Instruments for proper disposal or at an official collection center for recycling. By doing so, you are helping to preserve the environment.

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