Korg Liano: Partner Mode and USB-MIDI/USB-AUDIO Instructions

Partner Mode

Partner Mode is ideal for students and teachers, or for classroom use. It allows two people to play side-by-side on the same instrument, using the same range of keys.

Keyboard Layout in Partner Mode

The keyboard is split into two sections:

• Right Side: Notes played from E4 to C8 will sound two octaves lower than normal (E2 to C6).
• Left Side: Notes played from A0 to Eb4 will sound two octaves higher than normal (A2 to Eb6).

The left side of the keyboard's audio output is directed to the left speaker (L channel), and the right side's output is directed to the right speaker (R channel).The split point and key range cannot be changed in Partner Mode.

Entering and Exiting Partner Mode

• Entering Partner Mode: Press the power button to turn the power on while holding down the METRONOME button.
• Exiting Partner Mode (returning to normal mode): Turn off the power, and then press the power button to turn the power on again.

Functions

• Sound: Turn the sound knob to simultaneously switch the sounds for both the left and right sides. The left and right sides cannot be set to different sounds.
• Volume: Turn the VOLUME knob to simultaneously adjust the volume for both the left and right sides. The left and right sides cannot be set to different volumes.
• Damper: Connect the included PS-3 pedal switch to the DAMPER jack to use it as a damper pedal. The damper effect will be applied to both sides of the keyboard. The damper effect cannot be applied separately to the left and right sides of the keyboard.
• Advanced Features: Please note that when in Partner Mode, if you press the REVERB and METRONOME buttons simultaneously, only the Metronome will function.

USB-MIDI/USB-AUDIO

Connecting a USB cable to your computer allows you to:

• Use the Liano as a MIDI keyboard to control an external sound generator.
• Use your computer to control the Liano, treating it as a 16-part multitimbral sound module.
• Play music from your computer through the Liano's speakers, or play along with the music.
• Play the Liano and record its sound as audio data on your computer.

Connections

Connect the USB port of your Windows PC or Mac to the Liano's USB [USB port] using a USB cable (sold separately).

When connecting to your computer, you may hear loud noise depending on the settings. To avoid this, turn the volume all the way down on the Liano before connecting it to your computer.

Using USB-MIDI

When you first connect the Liano to a Windows computer, the USB-MIDI driver included with the operating system will typically install automatically.

You can download the Korg USBMIDI driver from the Korg website (www.korg.com) and install it as described in its documentation. Using the standard Windows USB-MIDI driver may limit the Liano to being used by only one application at a time. For simultaneous use with multiple applications, installing the Korg USB-MIDI driver is recommended for improved operating stability.

Liano and Driver Ports

• MIDI IN Port: To operate an application on your computer from the Liano, select the Liano's MIDI port within your application's MIDI input settings.
• MIDI OUT Port: To control the Liano from an application on your computer, select the Liano's MIDI port within your application's MIDI output settings.

Using USB-AUDIO

Playing Audio from Your Computer Through the Liano Speakers

You can play music from your computer through the Liano's speakers and play along on the keyboard.

1. Turn the volume all the way down on both the Liano and your computer.
2. Connect your computer to the Liano's USB [USB port] with a USB cable. The computer will recognize the Liano as a USB audio device.
3. Select "Liano" as the playback device on your computer and ensure its volume is turned down.
4. Play audio from your computer while slowly increasing the volume. You should hear the sound through the Liano's speakers as you raise the volume.
5. Adjust the volume levels on both the computer and the Liano to your preference.
6. To play along with the music, adjust the volumes of both the computer and the Liano while listening and playing the keyboard.

Recording Your Performance on the Liano with a Computer Application

You can use music production software, such as Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software, to record your playing on the Liano.

1. Turn the volume all the way down on both the Liano and your computer.
2. Connect your computer to the Liano's USB [USB port] with a USB cable. The computer will recognize the Liano as a USB audio device.
3. Select "Liano" as the recording device within the application you are using on your computer.
4. Adjust the recording level on your computer while playing the Liano's keyboard.
5. Record the sound from the Liano by following the specific steps required by your computer application.

Operating Requirements

For the latest information on OS support, please visit the dedicated web page: https://www.korg.com/support/os/