Why does my akai mpc2000xl take so long to boot up

Hello there,
You dont say what was wrong when you said it was being 'fixed' and a Hard Drive and/ or CD added.
Has it been updated to V1.24 software which fixes a bug in hard drives formatting ? As per the release notes. http://www.akaipro.com/product/mpc2500#downloads


I would very much doubt there is problem with the IDE interface UNLESS this was the original reason you were having it fixed.

I would take it to the AUTHORISED AKAI PRO Dealer to have it inspected.and a PROPER understandable report given to you if the Machine still won't accept a Hard Drive or a CD mechanism.
Go to bottom of page here For AKAI PRO dealer near you. It cannot hurt to get a second opinion.
http://www.akaipro.com/kb

Hippo.com has a ton of free downloads

Yes, you need to have midi in/out on your computer. Also you would need the optional AC adapter, which can be purchased separately from akai, in order to power your controller

It's AC, so no polarity... :-)

Have you tried a different usb port or different usb cable also boot off your laptop and connect then connect the mpc 1000 and boot it up also make sure you have install the correct software for it

this is the best i can do mate...good look
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmP9jrb8d04&feature=player_embedded#at=16

If the unit uses a power adapter, check that the adapter is providing the correct voltage.

Try http://www.akaipro.com/content1024 Contact them for the nearest parts distributor.

go here:

http://www.mpcstuff.com/pad-sensors-with-ribbon-for-mpc.html

there is also an install video.

i have the same exact problem.

best,
m

Hi,

The procedure is as follows: go to the INIT Screen. Hold down SHIFT and press OTHER (8 on the numeric pad) to display the OTHER mode screen and press INIT [F2] to display the INIT screen. This will initialize ALL PARAMETERS.

Pressing DO IT will initialize. Pressing DO IT [F6] erases the parameter data from the MPC2000XL memory and initializes them to their default parameters.

If you need a manual for your unit, you may find it here:
http://www.audiorents.com/library/userManuals/mpc2000x.pdf

Hope this helps. Take care, and thanks for using FixYa!