Kawai VPC Editor Software (Mac OS) changelog

v1.5 (March 2021)

Fixed: Issue that could prevent the VPC Editor from connecting to the VPC1.

v1.4 (May 2020)

Fixed: Compatibility with macOS 10.15.

v1.3 (June 2016)

Changed: Revised the information shown when updating the VPC1 firmware.
Changed: Adjusted the threshold of the pedal calibration tool.

v1.2 (November 2015)

Added: 2-sensor mode, for improved compatibility with software that does not support 3-sensor keyboard events fully.

To enable 2-sensor mode (while the VPC1 is turned on):
1. Press and hold the power button.
2. Press the bottommost (bass end) black key (A#0).
The 2-sensor mode setting will be applied to all memories globally, and will remain active even after the VPC1 is turned off.
To restore 3-sensor mode, repeat the steps above.

The VPC1 utilises triple-sensor keyboard action has been developed to recreate the expressive touch of a concert grand piano. However, some virtual instrument hosts and sequencing software may not interpret these triple-sensor key events correctly, potentially resulting in prematurely cut or unintentionally repeated notes, especially when playing non-piano sounds. The 2-sensor mode provides a work-around for such symptoms, albeit at the expense of reduced expression and keyboard responsiveness.

Added: Ability to change memory preset via received Program Change number.

To change memory presets via Program Change:
1. Send a MIDI Program Change number corresponding to the desired preset memory (1~5).
The VPC1's preset memory will be changed immediately.

Fixed: Various improvements to update software/firmware update procedure.
Added: Support for OSX 10.11 (El Capitan).

v1.1 (December 2014)

Added: VPC1 settings will be stored automatically when exiting the VPC Editor software.
Added: Improved the resolution of damper pedal events.
Added: VPC Pedal Calibration tool, to calibrate the minimum/maximum range of damper pedal values sent by the F-30 pedal unit.

The VPC Pedal Calibration tool and explanation PDF are included with the downloaded software update package.

Added: Factory Reset function, to restore all settings and touch curves etc. to the default factory configuration.

To perform the Factory Reset (while the VPC1 is turned on):
1. Press and hold the power button.
2. Press the bottommost (bass end) three white keys simultaneously.

Added: Panic function, to send an AllNoteOff message in the rare case of any stuck/locked notes.

To perform the Panic function (while the VPC1 is turned on):
1. Press and hold the power button.
2. Press the topmost (treble end) white key.

v1.0 (April 2014)

Initial release version.