Kawai VPC Editor Software (Windows) changelog

v1.6 (June 2016)

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

v1.5 (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.

v1.4 (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.

After installing the software update, the VPC Pedal Calibration tool and explanation PDF can be found in the following folder:
C:\Program Files\KAWAI\VPC Editor\Program\

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.

v1.3 (August 2014)

Added: The VPC Editor can now function using the built-in Windows USB-MIDI driver.

Please note that when using the built-in Windows driver, it will not be possible to make adjustments using the VPC Editor while another programme (such as a software piano) is accessing the VPC1's USB-MIDI interface.

v1.2 (June 2013)

Fixed: Selecting touch curves from VPC1 while the VPC Editor software is running no longer adds duplicate touch curves. (Thanks Joep!)
Fixed: Launching the VPC Editor software immediately after turning on the VPC1 no longer adds duplicate touch curves.
Added: When 'Receiving data...' pop-up appears during syncing, touch curve previews will be updated in the background.

v1.1 (January 2013)

Fixed: Various interface bugs related to touch curve editing.

v1.0 (November 2012)

Initial release version.