BopPad User Manual

Bo p pa d Us e r Ma n U a l

BopPad

Created by Keith McMillen, Evan Adams, Brent Allen, Noah Ambrose, Evan Bogunia, Dave Criss, Tom Ferguson,

Andrej Hronco, Conner Lacy, Kyle Lobedan, Dan McAnulty, Chloe Stamper, Maxime Stinnett, Alex Vittum, Greg

Wille, Brian Wright, and Stephen Wright

This reference manual was written by Evan Bogunia and designed by Carson Whitley and Evan Bogunia.

Version 2.0, July 13, 2022.

The content of this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and

should not be construed as a commitment by Keith McMillen Instruments. Every effort has been made to

ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. No warranties, express or implied, are made with regard

to the quality, suitability, or accuracy of this document. Keith McMillen Instruments reserves the right to change

the contents of this document and/or the associated products at any time without the provision of prior notice

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TaBle of ConTenTs

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0. WELCOME ...................................................................................................................................................... 1

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN .....................................................................................................................................2

1.1 What’s In The BopPad Box? ................................................................................................................3

1.2 What’s In The MIDI Expander Package? ............................................................................................. 3

1.3 – System Requirements ....................................................................................................................... 4

1.3.1 – Hardware ................................................................................................................................ 4

1.3.2 – Software .................................................................................................................................4

2. GETTING STARTED ........................................................................................................................................ 5

2 - Getting Started .....................................................................................................................................6

2.1 The BopPad Hardware ................................................................................................................6

2.2 The BopPad Software ..................................................................................................................6

3. FEATURES OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................7

3 - Features Overview ................................................................................................................................8

3.1 Multi-Dimensional Control .........................................................................................................8

3.2 Connectivity .................................................................................................................................8

4. BOPPAD HARDWARE....................................................................................................................................9

4 - BopPad Hardware ...............................................................................................................................10

5. BOPPAD EDITOR .........................................................................................................................................11

5 - BopPad Editor .....................................................................................................................................12

5.1 The Editor ..................................................................................................................................12

5.2 The Desktop Editor ...................................................................................................................16

5.3 The Web Editor .........................................................................................................................17

5.4 Factory Presets Overview .........................................................................................................18

6. TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................................20

7. F.A.Q. ............................................................................................................................................................22

8. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...............................................................................................................................24

9. KICKSTARTER BACKERS .............................................................................................................................26

WelCoMe

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WelCoMe

Hello, and welcome to the world of BopPad! Taking the time to read this document is a huge step toward

mastering the BopPad.

The purpose of this document is to provide a resource containing helpful information regarding the use of

the BopPad hardware and software. While this document is written for people of all levels, it does not attempt

to explain basic, fundamental MIDI concepts or terminology, and it is assumed that you have at least basic

experience working with MIDI devices, MIDI software, and MIDI hardware

QUesTions? feedBaCk? ConTaCT Us!

Any questions or feedback that may come up regarding BopPad or its software can be directed to us here:

• Technical Support: http://www.keithmcmillen.com/support

• General Questions: http://www.keithmcmillen.com/contact-us

• User Forum: http://forum.keithmcmillen.com

Where To doWnload everyThing

All BopPad software can be downloaded on the KMI website: https://www.keithmcmillen.com/downloads/

You can also access the BopPad Editor online: https://les.keithmcmillen.com/products/boppad/editor/

Before You Begin

Before yoU Begin

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1.1 WhaT’s in The Boppad Box?

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For Bopping.

UsB-C CaBle

For connecting BopPad to a computer, tablet, or MIDI Expander.

1.2 WhaT’s in The Midi expander paCkage?

Midi expander

For connecting your BopPad to 5 pin DIN MIDI hardware.

UsB CaBle

For connecting the Expander to the USB power supply.

Mini-UsB CaBle

For connecting a KMI device to the Expander (Although this cable is included with the MIDI Expander, use

a micro USB cable to connect BopPad to a MIDI Expander).

MIDI Expander

POWER MIDI In MIDI Out EXPAND

Keith McMillen

Before yoU Begin

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1.3 – sysTeM reQUireMenTs

1.3.1 – hardWare

MaC os

• Mac OS 10.6 (or greater)

• Intel Core 2 Duo (or greater)

• USB 2.0 (or greater) port

WindoWs

• Windows 7, 8, & 10

• USB 2.0 (or greater) port

1.3.2 – sofTWare

MaC os

• Mac OS 10.9 or later

• Intel Core 2 Duo (or greater)

• USB 2.0 (or greater) port

• 100 MB free hard disk space

WindoWs

• Windows 7, 8, & 10

• 64 bit

• 2.5 GHz processor (or greater)

• 4 GB RAM (or greater)

• USB 2.0 (or greater) port

• 100 MB free hard disk space

WeB ediTor

• Chrome, Opera or other Web MIDI capable web browser. To check compatibility with WebMIDI, go

here: http://caniuse.com/#feat=midi

Getting Started

geTTing sTarTed

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This section covers information that will help you get started with the BopPad. We will introduce the BopPad

hardware, discuss how to connect your BopPad to the world, and go over basic operation of the device and

the editor. More in-depth information is available in the BopPad Hardware and BopPad Editor sections.

2.1 The Boppad hardWare

The BopPad hardware is pretty straight forward. The playing surface is divided into four separate quadrants,

where you strike the instrument to produce amazing sounds.

There is a USB-C port on the back of the device that you can use to connect to a computer, tablet, or MIDI

Expander. Once connected, you can open the DAW/music software of your choice, make sure that the

application is listening to the BopPad, and start triggering drums, playing synths, or sending dynamic

control data to go into more unexplored territory. More information can be found in the BopPad Hardware

section.

You may need to give the browser permission to control your MIDI device.

This is simply a security precaution when sending SysEx to a MIDI device.

Windows Users: if using Chrome versions 58 - 59, you must disable a ag

in the browser, go to: chrome://ags/#enable-midi-manager-dynamic-

instantiation and set it to “disabled” and then restart your browser.

To connect to an iOS device, we recommend using an Apple branded

Camera Conection Kit (USB to Lightning adapter). To connect to an

Android device, you should use a USB OTG cable.

2.2 The Boppad sofTWare

The BopPad Editor runs on the desktop, and in WebMIDI capable browsers. The Web Editor for BopPad is

compatible with any device that can run a WebMIDI capable browser. The Standalone Editor is compatible

with any device running macOS or Windows. The Editor allows you to customize nearly all aspects of how

the BopPad responds to user input. More information can be found on the BopPad Software section.

Features Overview

feaTUres overvieW

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3 - feaTUres overvieW

The BopPad is a versatile percussion instrument capable of sending accurate, and highly nuanced MIDI data

to your computer. We should all know how to interact with the device - you hit it! You can use drumsticks, your

hands, or pretty much any other object to play the BopPad.

3.1 MUlTi-diMensional ConTrol

The BopPad can send a variety of different MIDI Data.

noTes

You can send up to 6 MIDI notes from each of the four quadrants.

ConTrol daTa

Each quadrant can send a variety of control data from each quadrant. You can send up to 5 additional

MIDI messages from each quadrant along with Notes, which can be controlled by multiple types of

sensor data. Continuous control, poly aftertouch, channel pressure, and pitch bend are all available.

More information on conguring the MIDI output can be found in the BopPad Editor section.

3.2 ConneCTiviTy

The BopPad is a class compliant MIDI device, which means you can connect it to just about anything that

speaks MIDI.

Using the included USB-C cable you can connect to a computer running any modern OS (Mac, Windows,

and Linux) that supports the Class Compliant MIDI standard.

You can also connect to the optional MIDI Expander to communicate with MIDI hardware using traditional 5

pin MIDI connections.

Due to there being only one USB port, communication is limited to Computer OR

Expander, not both simultaneously.

BopPad Hardware

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The BopPad hardware consists of the playing surface, the USB port and the USB Guard.

The playing sUrfaCe

The playing surface consists of four distinct quadrants. Striking the quadrants with your preferred object

(hands, sticks, mallets, spoons, whatever!) will send out MIDI data corresponding to the preset currently in

use, as dened in the Editor.

The UsB porT

The USB-C port is the only port on the device. It will allow you to connect to your favorite devices, from

computers, to MIDI capable tablets, to any hardware that has a 5 pin MIDI connection (using the optional

MIDI Expander).

The UsB gUard

The red USB guard is there to protect the USB-C cable and the USB-C port. These connections are small

and do not respond well to direct impact or other stresses. We recommend not transporting the device

with the USB cable plugged in.

The led

The LED is used to show different states of the BopPad.

While connected via USB, the LED is green when powered on, and orange when the BopPad is being

interacted with.

When connected to a MIDI Expander, the LED is red when powered on and orange when the BopPad is

being interacted with.

A breathing green/red combination indicates the device is in bootloader mode, ready to receive a rmware

update.

The playing surface responds best if the BopPad is placed on a at surface,

or is being used in the BopPad basket.

BopPad Editor

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This section covers the BopPad Editor. It will cover the basic operation and features of the Editor, along with

any differences between the desktop and web editors.

5.1 The ediTor

The BopPad Editor is where you dene what data your BopPad will send, how it will send the data, and how

that data is controlled by the different sources.

5.1.1 The preseT seCTion

The Preset section allows you to save, recall, and send presets to the BopPad. The BopPad can hold

up to 4 presets. Presets can be selected by sending Program Change Messages to the BopPad from

Software or Hardware. Simply send a program change message 0-3 to select one of the 4 onboard

presets.

You select a preset with the menu at the top. There are buttons, for choosing a destination on the

BopPad, sending the preset to a slot on the BopPad, saving the preset, saving the preset as a copy,

reverting the preset, and deleting the preset. When saving as a copy, preset names are limited to 16

characters.

The Editor can store an unlimited amount of presets, and you can import and export presets using the

File Menu. You can also import user presets by dragging and dropping .json les onto the Presets box.

As long as there are no naming conicts or duplicates, the preset will be imported.

5.1.2 The QUadranTs seCTion

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The Quadrant section allows you to select and edit the notes for a particular quadrant. Select a quadrant

by clicking the corresponding portion of the BopPad icon. You can also select quadrants by pressing

shift + z, x, c or v. The BopPad icon also provides useful information on connection status, and rmware

updates.

Each quadrant can send up to 6 notes at a time. You can type these into the boxes, or use the keyboard

to enter them graphically. You can hide or show the keyboard by clicking the show/hide text.

There are buttons for copying, pasting, and clearing the selected quadrants note data, along with a

button to clear all quadrants note data if you want to start over.

You can set the MIDI channel that the quadrant will send on with the MIDI Channel box. Use the Strike

Density to optimize the response for different play styles. Fast and light stick playing will benet from

higher settings. More expressive playing will benet from lower settings. You can choose to send

program change and bank messages whenever the preset is selected with the Program Change and

Bank Select Boxes. You can control the sensitivity of each quadrant individually, and the overall gain of

the quadrant with the Sensitivity and Gain boxes. Gain will be applied to all data related to pressure.

Sensitivity controls how hard you have to hit the BopPad surface to trigger the modlines. Gain controls

the output values of the velocity and pressure sources.

You can enable or disable Full Volume on preset change, and Velocity Override with the Full Volume

Change and Velocity Override buttons. Full Volume Change will send a 127 velocity when you change

presets to prevent software or hardware instruments getting stuck at a lower volume when changing

presets. Velocity override will force every note to output 127 velocity regardless of how hard you hit the

BopPad surface.

5.1.3 The Modlines

The modline section is where you dene and edit any control data you wish to send from the BopPad.

The Note modline is always active.

Message Type

The message type denes what type of data will be sent from the modline. The Note modline is

always present (though it can be turned off). The other possible MIDI data includes:

• Pitch Bend

• Channel Pressure

• Polyphonic Aftertouch

• Continuous Controller (CC)

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The source menu denes what data from the BopPad will be used to trigger this modline. Choices

include:

• Off - no data will be sent.

• Velocity - velocity data (based on how hard you hit the surface) will be used.

• Pressure - how hard you press on the surface after striking will be used.

• Initial Radius - where you initially strike the surface will be used.

• Radius - the position of where you are pressing onto the surface.

• Relative Radius - the difference between where you are currently pressing the surface and

where you initially struck the surface.

Radius values are measured with 1 at the center and 127 at the edge.

There is a usable area for radius values on the BopPad.

The values do not go edge to edge, but start at 1 a small

distance from center, and stop at 127 a small distance from

the edge.

inverT soUrCe

Inverts the data from the source.

gain

Applies a gain coefcient to scale the data from the source up or down.

offseT

Offset the data by a xed amount.

CUrve

Apply one of seven predened curves, or a user dened curve to the data.

• Linear - no shaping of the data.

• Logarithmic - use a logarithmic curve to shape the data.

• Exponential - use an exponential curve to shape the data.

• Light - soft hits are unchanged, and it makes it harder to reach higher velocities

• Medium - makes softer hits softer, and then evens out as velocity goes higher.

• Hard - makes really soft hits 0 velocity, makes soft hits much softer and makes it easier to reach

higher velocities. a

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• Dynamic - soft hits are normalized and medium and hard hits have a logarithmic curve applied.

• User - use a user dened curve to shape the data.

Min

Set a minimum value for the data.

Max

Set a maximum value for the data.

solo

Only sends the data from the corresponding modline. Useful for MIDI mapping in DAWs and other

music software. This is set to off on power cycle, or a preset load.

5.1.5 The deviCe seTTings

The Device Settings section contains settings that inuence the overall behavior of your BopPad.

• Unison Mode - Makes BopPad function as one quadrant (all four quadrants use the settings for the

selected Unison Quadrant). Any quadrant can be the Unison quadrant by selecting that quadrant

and clicking on the Unison button.

• All Quadrant Mode - Allows you to edit the note values, modline values, and quadrant settings for

all four quadrants at the same time.

live valUe

The real-time value of the source. Helpful for ne tuning the response of a sensor to a desired range

or destination.

Even though you can monitor the updates in real time, you still need to

save and send the preset to the BopPad for the preset to be stored onto

the device.

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• Unique Message Values: Enabling this setting prevents the BopPad from sending messages

associated with radius or pressure, unless they change. Some MIDI hardware does not respond

well to extremely high density data streams.

5.2 The deskTop ediTor

The Desktop Editor will run on Mac OSX 10.6 - 10.12.

The Desktop Editor will run on Windows 7, 8, and 10.

5.2.1 The MenU Bar (sTandalone ediTor only)

The various menu items at the top give you access to le management features, the preferences, and

built in help options.

The BopPad menu - open the preferences, check the rmware/Editor version or check for updates.

The View menu - allows you to customize the size of the Editor, enter/exit fullscreen, reload the editor,

and open up the console to view status/error messages which can be helpful when contacting support.

5.1.6 preferenCes

The Preferences pane contains some additional options for ne tuning your BopPad that are device

wide and apply to all presets. You can access the preferences pane by clicking the ‘Preferences’ button

in the Web Editor, or by selecting ‘Preferences from the BopPad Editor menu (or by hitting cmd + ,).

• Global Sensitivity - Controls the sensitivity of the

BopPad. Use this to adjust the response of the BopPad

to t your playing style and environment. This is very

important for eliminating false triggers. You can reset

the sensitivity (to the default 16) with the button below

the slider.

• Send Full Volume on Preset Change - will send a full

volume message (CC 7, value of 127), this prevents

you getting the volume stuck in a lower position when

moving from a preset that controls volume, to one that

doesn’t.

• Multitouch Mode - Allows BopPad to send/respond

to additional hits without releasing any currently

active quadrants. This is particularly useful for hand/

nger drumming when retriggering a quadrant while

manipulating pressure or radius is desired.

• Crosstalk Cancellation - Reduces the chances of

unintended hits being triggered on nearby sensors/

quadrants.

• MIDI Expander Mode - turn MIDI Expander

communication on or off.

• Version numbers: The version of the Editor and the

Firmware on the connected BopPad will be displayed

in the lower left. There is an auto update feature for the

Editor, as well as new rmware notications.

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The Presets menu - allows for importing and exporting of BopPad presets and exposes User Tables.

The Hardware menu - update/reload the rmware onto the connected device.

The Help menu - open the documentation, and toggle tooltips on or off.

5.2.2 User TaBles

User tables can be edited by navigating to the User Tables item from the Presets Menu, accessible in the

menu bar.

You can store up to 4 user tables in the BopPad. You can start from any of the included tables then

You may need to give the browser permission to control your MIDI device.

This is simply a security precaution when sending SysEx to a MIDI device.

shape them to suit your needs. You can use the user tables to shape data from any source and they can

be very useful in ne tuning the response of velocity and pressure. They can also be used to do more

specialized data shapes, such as stair stepped, or quantized data. If you try to load a preset with a user

table to a BopPad with no user tables on it,it will default to whatever is in that slot or a linear table.

To edit a table, select the destination then use your mouse to draw the desired table. Save the table,

and then you can use this table in any modline.

5.3 The WeB ediTor

Any WebMIDI capable browser will be able to successfully run the Web Editor. The Web Editor is

functionally identical to the desktop Editor, with a few minor cosmetic differences.

Find the web Editor here: https://les.keithmcmillen.com/products/boppad/editor/

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5.4 faCTory preseTs overvieW

The Editor comes with four factory presets to get you started quickly.

preseT 1 - Universal

This preset will be on your BopPad when you power it on for the rst time, and was designed with

compatibility with a variety of MIDI software/hardware in mind.

• Quadrants output some standard General MIDI notes. Starting from quadrant 1, the notes are

42/F#1 (Hi Hat), 36/C1 (Kick),38/D1 (Snare),47/B1 (Low Tom)

• All Quadrants on MIDI channel 1

• All Quadrants have sensitivity of 10

• All Quadrants have a gain of 1.0

• Radius sends CC1 (mod wheel)

• Global sensitivity is set to 16

• Multitouch is set to ON

• Strike Density is set to High

preseT 2 - Unison

This preset uses unison mode and sends MIDI CCs for pressure and radius.

• All quadrants send MIDI note 38/D1 (GM Snare) on MIDI channel 1

• All Quadrants have sensitivity of 10.

• All Quadrants have a gain of 1.0

• Velocity Curve is Logarithmic

• Pressure sends CC1 (mod wheel)

• Radius sends CC 2

• Crosstalk cancellation is set to ON

• Global sensitivity is set to 16

• Multitouch is set to ON

• Strike Density is set to High

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preseT 3 - sTiCks

This preset is tuned for use with sticks, and is multi-channel

• Quadrants output some standard General MIDI notes. Starting from quadrant 1, the notes are

42/F#1 (Hi Hat), 36/C1 (Kick),38/D1 (Snare),47/B1 (Low Tom)

• Each quadrant sends on a unique MIDI channel

• All Quadrants have sensitivity of 10.

• All Quadrants have a gain of 1.0

• Velocity Curve is Logarithmic

• Pressure sends CC1 (mod wheel)

• Radius sends CC 2

• Crosstalk cancellation is set to ON

• Global sensitivity is set to 16

• Multitouch is set to ON

• Strike Density is set to High

preseT 4 - hands

This preset is tuned for use with hands.

• Quadrants output hand percussion General MIDI notes. Starting from quadrant 1, the notes are

61/C#3, 64/E3, 63/D#3 and 60/C3

• Each quadrant sends on a unique MIDI channel

• All Quadrants have sensitivity of 10.

• All Quadrants have a gain of 1.0

• Velocity Curve is Logarithmic

• Pressure sends CC1 (mod wheel)

• Radius sends CC 2

• Crosstalk cancellation is set to ON

• Global sensitivity is set to 16

• Multitouch is set to ON

• Strike Density is set to Low

Troubleshooting

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Try a neW UsB CaBle

One of the rst (yet most often overlooked) things to try is a different USB cable, preferably one that is

known to work well. When a cable goes bad it can lead to all sorts of odd behavior(aky connections,

dropped messages), or no behavior at all (won’t even power on).

Try plUgging inTo a differenT UsB porT

It’s possible that trying a different USB port on the computer may lead to a proper connection. While

extremely rare, we have come across USB ports that just don’t seem to like some USB devices.

do noT Use an UnpoWered UsB hUB

Unpowered USB hubs may not be able to provide enough power to the BopPad, leading to connectivity

issues. Unpowered hubs typically divide the power coming from the computer’s USB port and split it up

between all of the hub’s ports — providing less power than if the BopPad were to be directly connected to

the computer’s USB port. If a USB hub is absolutely necessary, it is recommended to always use a powered

hub.

Try WiTh or WiThoUT a UsB hUB

If experiencing connectivity issues while using a USB hub, try without the hub and plug directly into the

computer’s USB port. The reverse holds true as well — if experiencing connectivity issues while not using a

USB hub, try with a hub (if one is available to you).

Be aWare of BUgs naTive To The operaTing sysTeM Being Used

While it is indeed possible the BopPad may be the source of issues, sometimes the cause is actually due to

the operating system itself. Always be aware of these issues, like the Mac OS CoreMIDI bug or the Windows

class-compliant device limitation.

send The reCaliBraTion, and all noTes off Midi Messages

Sending the “Reset all controllers” message (CC 121) to the BopPad on any channel will perform a short

recalibration. Sending the “All Sounds Off” message (CC 120) to the BopPad on any channel will make it

output a note off message for all notes across all quadrants.

ConneCT To a differenT CoMpUTer

If the BopPad is not making a connection to the computer at all (and all other troubleshooting issues have

been exhausted), it is recommended to try connecting it to a different computer. If it works on the new

computer, try the original one again. In some circumstances we have seen this solve connection issues.

an iMporTanT noTe aBoUT UsB CaBles

We always recommend using the USB cable(s) that shipped with your BopPad. Sadly, not all USB cables are

created equal.

If you are having troubles powering your BopPad or connecting to a computer, please make sure you are

using the USB cables that came with your BopPad.

We fully understand that it seems like using different USB cables shouldn’t matter, but it really can have a

drastic effect on operation, not just with BopPad, but with all USB devices. We often encounter devices that

appear to not be functioning properly; very often the only thing needed is to swap out the USB cable for

another one.

F.A.Q.

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do i need a CoMpUTer To Use My Boppad?

No! With the optional MIDI Expander you can send MIDI data to any device that use a 5 pin MIDI

connection. Keep in mind that the BopPad only has one USB port, so communication is limited to the

computer, OR 5 pin MIDI devices.

WhaT Can i Use To inTeraCT WiTh My Boppad?

The BopPad is comfortable with drum sticks, mallets, your bare hands, and many other objects!

My Boppad jUsT sends a ConsTanT noTe. is iT Broken?

Probably not, and there’s a few things you can do. When powering on, BopPad goes through a short

calibration routine. It’s important not to be touching any of the sensors during this time. Placing pressure

on the sensors could result in stuck notes. Generally a simple power cycle will restore the unit to normal

behavior. A rmware reinstall from the Editor can also alleviate hardware quirks.

Sending the “Reset all controllers” message (CC 121) to the BopPad on any channel will perform a short

recalibration. Sending the “All Sounds Off” message (CC 120) to the BopPad on any channel will make it

output a note off message for all notes across all quadrants.

i plUgged in My Boppad and iT isn’T Making any soUnd. WhaT’s Wrong?

It’s highly likely that nothing is wrong! The BopPad is a MIDI controller, which means it doesn’t actually

make sound on its own. Instead, it sends MIDI messages, which are used to control other sound generating

software/hardware. A seemingly minor distinction, but is actually quite important to understand.

Just open up any audio software that is able to respond to incoming MIDI messages and, depending on

the software, BopPad should start working right away. It’s possible there may be more steps required to

properly congure an application to respond to an attached MIDI device — please refer to the software’s

documentation if this is the case.

Can i Use More Than one Boppad aT a TiMe?

Yes! You can use as many BopPads as you can keep track of. It would be helpful to put different presets

on each device that send on different MIDI channels, or that send different notes and control messages to

avoid confusing the software or hardware you intend to control.

WhaT kind of CyMBal sTand does The Boppad MoUnTing BraCkeT fiT on?

Any standard cymbal stand with an 8 mm post size will do!

My Boppad is sending UnexpeCTed Messages, is iT Broken?

Probably not! Be sure that the BopPad is on a at surface, or in the mounting bracket. You also might need

to adjust the global sensitivity, quadrant sensitivty or enable crosstalk cancellation.

hoW do i ConneCT To a MoBile deviCe?

To connect to an iOS device, we recommend using an Apple branded Camera Conection Kit (USB to

Lightning adapter). To connect to an Android device, you should use a USB OTG cable.

Safety Precautions

safeTy preCaUTions

Boppad

MediCal deviCes

BopPad may emit electromagnetic elds. These electromagnetic elds may interfere with pacemakers or

other medical devices. If you wear a pacemaker, maintain at least 6 inches (approximately 15cm) of separation

between your pacemaker and BopPad. If you suspect BopPad is interfering with your pacemaker or any other

medical device, stop using BopPad and consult your physician for information specic to your medical device.

MediCal CondiTions

If you have any medical condition that you believe could be affected by BopPad (for example, seizures,

blackouts, eyestrain, or headaches), consult with your physician prior to using BopPad.

explosive aTMospheres

Do not use BopPad in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as a fueling area, or in areas

where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders). Obey all signs and

instructions.

repeTiTive MoTion

When you perform repetitive activities (such hitting the BopPad with sticks), you may experience occasional

discomfort in your hands, arms, wrists, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. If you experience

discomfort, stop using BopPad and consult a physician.

high-ConseQUenCe aCTiviTies

BopPad is not intended for use where the failure of the device could lead to death, personal injury, or severe

environmental damage.

Choking hazard

Some BopPad accessories may present a choking hazard to small children. Keep these accessories away from

small children.

Kickstarter Backers

kiCksTarTer BaCkers

Boppad

kiCksTarTer BaCkers

We would like to thank all of our backers that helped make BopPad a reality!

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