Zoom MRT-3 Synchronizing Playback With an External Device, Int Internal, Midi Midi clock

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Synchronizing Playback With an External Device

You can synchronize operation of the MRT-3 to an external device with MIDI OUT, such as a MIDI sequencer or recorder. The MRT-3 then performs pattern or song playback using the tempo supplied by the external device.

1.Connect the MIDI OUT jack of the MIDI sequencer/recorder to the [MIDI IN] connector of the MRT-3, using a MIDI cable.

The illustration shows an example for connecting the Multitrak Recording Studio ZOOM MRS-4 to the MRT-3. If you connect the output of the MRT-3 to the AUX IN jack of the MRS-4, as shown here, the MRT-3 can be used to supply a dedicated rhythm track without taking up any audio tracks of the MRS-4

AUX IN

MIDI OUT

MRS-4

NOTE

MIDI IN OUT PUT STEREO

MRT-3

Other Functions

Make sure that the external MIDI sequencer can send MIDI Clock, Start, Stop, and Continue signals.

2.In pattern mode, press the [FUNCTION] key and then pad 6 (MIDI).

The clock currently used by the MRT-3 is shown on the display. The meaning of the indication is as follows.

•Int (Internal)

The MRT-3 operates with its internal clock (default setting). This is the setting for using the MRT-3 on its own.

•Midi (MIDI clock)

The MRT-3 receives a clock signal from an external source (MIDI sequencer/recorder etc.) and synchronizes the playback tempo to this signal. Transport operations (playback start, stop, restart) and locate operations (moving the current position) can also be controlled remotely from the external device.

•rMt (Remote)

The MRT-3 operates on its internal clock, as with "Int". However, transport operations only can be controlled remotely from an external device.

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Contents 8888 Safety Precautions/ Usage Precautions Safety PrecautionsBattery operation AC adapter operationUsage Precautions HandlingContents Introduction MRT-3Rear Panel Names of PartsTop Panel Getting Connected Connection ExampleUsing Batteries Turn power to the MRT-3 onTurn the unit over and open the battery compartment cover PreparationsTerms Used in This Manual PatternPreset kits Kit Kit03 KitPad/Pad Bank User kitsPress the Song key Listening to the Demo SongPress the Function key To switch the kit played by the pads, press the KIT key Playing the Pads Manual PlayPress the Pattern key Hit any padUse the Value +/- keys to select a kit number Using Patterns Pattern Mode A01D05 @05 Playing a Pattern01-3 112114 Changing the Tempo of Pattern PlaybackPress the Function key and then pad 3 Quantize @01EReal-Time Pattern Recording Press the Function key again While holding down the REC key, press the Play keyAdjust the tempo if necessary Tap the pads in accordance with the metronome soundPattern Step Recording Press the REC key To enter a rest, press the REC keyChanging User Pattern Resolution After Recording Changing the User Pattern LengthUse the Value +/- keys to set the new beat Changing the User Pattern BeatUse the Value +/- keys to set the new bar length A05 Copy@05 Copying a Pattern@01 DELErasing a Single User Pattern Pattern mode, select the user pattern to be erased U01 U99@05E ALL DELDeleting All User Patterns Pattern mode, with playback stopped, press the Function keyCreating Your Own Kit Kit Mode Editing a User KitPress the KIT key Press pad 1 or 3 7 to select the item to changeItems common to entire kit 1212Items for individual pads instrument sound Kit Items Pad 1 PAD InstPad 3 Inst Tune Pad 5 Inst PANNorm Pad 7 Inst LevelPad 4 KIT Level Pad 6 PAD Sens05P 51@Copying a Kit Kit mode, select the kit to be used as copy sourceZoom MRT-3 Creating Songs Song Mode What Is a Song?Settings for entire song Settings for individual patterns02 E @23Recording Song Patterns Use the Value +/- keys to select an empty song numberEE02 To proceed to the next step, press the REC keyWhen one song is completed, press the Stop key 01030125 To listen to the song, press the Play keyChanging the Tempo Within a Song Hold down the Tempo key Changing the Song Volume122 When you have selected the kit, press the Function key PATSelecting a Dedicated Song Kit Hold down the Function key0100 Checking the Amount of Remaining Memory for SongsCopying a Song Song mode, press the Function key, and then the Pattern keyDEL Deleting a SongDeleting All Songs If desired, you can delete all songsStrt Controlling the MRT-3 With a Foot SwitchOther Functions A7A5 Use FS01 to set the tempoUse FS01 to control start/pause Use FS01 to control start/stopSynchronizing Playback With an External Device Pattern mode, press the Function key and then pad 6 MidiInt Internal Midi Midi clockMidi Use the Value +/- keys to select the Midi or rMt settingWhen rMt is selected as clock source When the setting is complete, press the Function key again INTPlaying MRT-3 Sounds From an External Midi Component Press and hold the KIT keyPlay the external Midi sequencer or keyboard Setting the Pattern/Song Playback SwingUse the Value +/- keys to adjust the swing amount Setting the Precount for Real-Time Recording Returning the MRT-3 to the Factory Default Condition Hold down the REC key while turning power to the MRT-3 onTroubleshooting Specifications Stereo OUTReference Kit ListMidi Note Number Chart PAD #Instrument List Category Inst # NameHI Hats Pattern List KITPOP01 HIP01 INTRO01 Midi Implementation FCHMidi Implementation Chart Drum MachineIndex DisplayChanging the beat of a user Zoom Corporation