How do I connect a Casio CTK-900 Keyboard to my iMac to use with sibelius?
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Hi there...you will need a MIDI-controller unit.  Here are a couple websites which provides tutorials and discussions on how to use MIDI with Macs: \nhttp://www.knowledgehound.com/topics/midi.htm\n(The knowledgehound webpage is a bit slow to load so be patient.)\nhttp://www.macmusic.org/home/?lang=en\n\nSearch results for MIDI controllers: http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&q=midi+controller+for+mac&btnG=Search
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http://www.apple.com/support/mac101/help/2/\nhttp://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=106464#symp1
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If you have a mac, I'd try Apple's Garage Band. It comes installed on newer machines.  I've had some luck with it.
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get a usb plug in keyboard
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If you have windows XP - you shouldn't have to do anything.  XP comes with a plug and play option.  you need to first turn off your computer, plug in your keyboard and then turn the computer back on. \n\nIf it still will not detect the keyboard, use your mouse and click on Add new hardware, and tell windows to search for new hardware on your comptuer. It should pick it up.
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your keyboard midi file es a midi Type 1...you need to convert the midi file to midi type 0, use midtomid software
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check computer for compatibilities , audio/video board input/output,microphone input, speaker output...\n\nMAGIX Music Maker 11 deluxe:\nhttp://site.magix.net/english-us/home/music/music-maker-11-deluxe/\nhttp://site.magix.net/english-us/home/music/piano-keyboard-workshop-2nd-edition/\n\nejay\nhttp://www.ejay.com/us/musicCreation/musicDirectorGold.asp\n\nCakewalk\nhttp://www.cakewalk.com/Products/instruments.asp\nAcoustica Mixcraft\nhttp://www.acoustica.com/mixcraft/screenshots.htm
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There may seem to be a lot of options for electric piano keyboards, but if you make a list of "must-have" features, you might find that you can make a short list of offerings from the major keyboard brands.  Websites such as musiciansfriend.com, zzounds.com, and samash.com will let you gather up keyboard specs and competitive prices really easily.  Manufacturers of quality digital piano keyboards include Roland, Yahama and Kawai (avoid Casio if possible...).\n\nFrom there i'd recommend going to an actual music store like Guitar Center, Sam Ash, etc. and give each of the models a test drive.  To some degree, what constitutes "realistic key-action", and "realistic piano sound" comes down to personal preference.\n\nSome things to consider which ought to narrow your choices:\nMinimum # of keys (61?, 76?, 88?)\nSemi-weighted or fully weighted keys?\nOn-board speakers, or one that requires a separate amp/speaker?\nWhat type of outputs do you want? (1/4", midi, usb?)\n\nPrices can range from a couple hundred to a couple thousand dollars.\n\nGood luck!
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Here's something that may be of help.  Try this link:\n\nhttp://www.pitt.edu/~deben/freebies.html#Keyboard%20Classics\n\nThis link as free sheet music and simple to play.  It should play well on a key board.\n\nGOOD LUCK!
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Without an international keyboard, it'll take a little work. Here's one way to do it.\n\nFirst, go here...\n\nhttp://www.lookuptables.com/\n\n...and look at the bottom of the page under "extended ASCII codes." Look through the international symbols for what you need - for example, the "à" symbol. To make it come up while you're typing, hold down ctrl and then on your numeric keypad (not the 1-9 above the letter keys) type in 133. When you release ctrl you should see "à" or whatever symbol you picked. As long as the font you're using supports those characters, it should work.
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Try this:  Go to "start" "programs""accessories"\n"accesibility" then "onscreen keyboard."  They may have a solution for you there.\n\nGood Luck
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First thing I would do is swap the keyboard as a test.\n\nYou may have a bad pin if its a PS2 type connector \n\nThe site below states this in a fix for their MB \n\n"Fixed DMI event logging: logging error when keyboard not functional. "
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I am not sure?  I have no idea how old your computer is? but from past experience some Compaq use a USB keyboard only but you can also buy an adapter for about $2 that will plug into your I/O plug... this will make it possible to use just about any keyboard.... also if on the back of your computer next to your mouse plug there is another plug about twice as large as the mouse plug then you can also buy an adapter that will use the I/O type keyboard or the one with the small plug like the mouse plug.... Anyway most computer stores have the adapters for around $2 or a friendly computer shop will just give you one for free.... I am sure if you go to your local computer shop they will tell you what you need and give you the right adapter...
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Do this.  Unplug the keyboard and then turn on the computer and let it start up all the way.  Then plug in the keyboard.  Your system should recognize it as new hardware and prompt you to install the driver.  (you'll get a pop up wizard that will walk you through the steps).  really  easy. \n\nIf that does not work then try uninstalling the keyboard and then reinstall it.   Go to your control panel, add/remove hardware.  Find the keyboard and uninstall.  Shut down and restart and then plug it in and reinstall. \n\nIf all of that fail...unplug the keyboard and take it to best buy.  Tell them what's going on, tell them that you would like to buy a new one but you would like them to test your keyboard first.    They will plug it up to one of their computers and test to see if it's working.  Then you will know for sure if it's defective or not.
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yes i have seen people use them before on Macs\n\nhttp://www.trust.com/ should have the drivers you need.
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This is the closes thing I could find where you could make music using your keyboard.  http://www.songtapper.com/
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http://www.ramelectronics.net/html/midi.html\ncheck this out