1. hardware overview


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OP–XY is a precision tool, made in black anodized aluminium, 
with encoders in a fading gray scale from black to white. the backlit low profile keyboard is tactile, durable and responsive. 
the display is a custom made color lcd, mounted directly onto the keyboard. 
the soft velcro rings on the bottom side mean the unit can be safely attached to a surface, case or stand. 
1.1 power on and charging


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to power on your unit, flip the power switch located on the right side of the device to the up position. the display will show the logo and the current installed firmware version, you then arrive at the last selected track. 
to power off, flip the switch to the down position. data is stored automatically, so you don't have to worry about saving. the next time you power on your OP–XY, everything will still be there, exactly as you left it.
OP–XY is charged through the usb-c port located on the right side of the unit. the first thing you should do is connect it to a computer or a usb charger.
keep it connected until the battery is fully charged, indicated by the level meter. to check battery go to system settings. to keep the battery healthy, the unit should be charged at least every 6 months.
1.2 speaker, volume and pitchbend


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the top left holds the internal speaker and the main volume knob.

on the bottom left side of the device you will find the pitchbend. it is pressure sensitive and will bend down when pressed on the left side or up on the right.

1.3 inputs and outputs, internal mic and level meter


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on the right side of the OP–XY you will find the 3.5 mm audio output jack, used to connect headphones or speakers. next, the multi out. 
then midi in, to control your OP–XY with other midi devices, followed by the 3.5 mm audio input jack to record line level audio straight into OP–XY.
the multi out jack allows you to switch between six output options. these include midi, cv + gate, sync8, sync16, sync24 and audio.
on the top right you can find the built-in microphone and the level meter.
hold com to check the battery level. the level meter will light with the approximate battery level.
1.4 technical specifications
  • 3.5 mm stereo line-out with headset mic support
  • 3.5 mm multi-out
  • 3.5 mm midi in
  • 3.5 mm stereo line-in
  • usb type-c audio/midi host & device
  • bluetooth LE midi
  • 16-hour rechargeable battery
  • 480 x 220 IPS TFT display
  • 8 GB user storage
1.5 electrical characteristics
audio output:level: 8 dBu, 2 Vrmssnr: 124 dBA
audio input:level: 8 dBu, 2 Vrmssnr : 98 dBAimpedance: 13 kOhmanalog gain: 0-31 dB
multi output:
  • audio output level: 2 dBu, 1 Vrms
  • cv range: ±5 V
  • sync/gate level: 5.2 V

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