Your FLkey 2 is USB bus-powered, it’s powered when you connect it to your computer with a USB-C to A cable (1).
Your FLkey 2 also has a 6.35mm (1/4") jack Sustain input. This input supports sustain pedals and momentary foot switches (2).
Easy Start gives you a step-by-step guide to setting up your FLkey 2 and creates personalised tutorials based on how you plan to use your FLkey 2. This online tool also guides you through your FLkey 2’s registration process and accessing the software bundle.
On both Windows and Mac computers, when you connect your FLkey 2 to your computer, it first appears as a Mass Storage Device, like a USB drive. Open the drive and double click ‘Click Here To Get Started.url’. Click ‘Get Started’ to open Easy Start in your web browser.
After you’ve opened Easy Start, follow the step-by-step guide, to install and use your FLkey 2.
Alternatively, if you don’t want to use the Easy Start tool, visit our website to register your FLkey 2 manually and access the software bundle.
id.focusritegroup.com/register
Important
It's crucial you update your FLkey 2's firmware when you first plug it in, whether you go through Easy Start or not.
If you don't update the firmware of your FLkey 2, it's likely many features won't work.
To update your FLkey 2's firmware, you need to use Novation Components. Go to components.novationmusic.com to update your firmware.
Novation Components manages updates for your FLkey Mini. To confirm you have the latest firmware and to update your FLkey Mini:
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Click on FLkey Mini.
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Click on the Updates tab at the top of the page.
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Follow the instructions for your FLkey Mini. If your FLkey Mini needs to update Components will tell you how to do this.
So you can get started with keys and synth sounds, your FLkey Mini comes with Novation Play. This software runs on your computer, either standalone or in your DAW, and gives you access to basses, leads, pads, pianos, drum kits, and more we've sampled, curated, and packaged for you.
Created in collaboration with plugin company Klevgrand, Novation Play integrates seamlessly with your FLkey Mini's keyboard and controls.
If you'd like a more simple way to get started with sounds on your FLkey Mini, you can register your FLkey Mini and download Novation Play from your Novation account here: