
Connecting to MIDI Devices
Read this chapter if you wish to connect the
If the
The recorded performance can be saved on the MIDI sequencer.
When the
About MIDI
MIDI, short for “Musical Instrument Digital Interface,” was developed as a standard for the exchange of performance data between electronic instruments and computers.
The
Making the Connections
NOTE
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.
1.Turn the volume down completely on all equipment.
2.Turn off the
3.Use the optional MIDI cable to connect the MIDI connector on the external MIDI device
to the MIDI connector on the
Take a look at the connection examples.
4.Turn on the power to all equipment.
5.Adjust the volume.
6.You should also make the following
settings as needed.
For details on making
About the MIDI Connectors
fig.8-01.e
MIDI
OutIn
MIDI connectors on the rear panel
MIDI In Connector
Use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect from here to the MIDI Out connector on the external MIDI device.
MIDI messages sent from connected external equipment will be received here. As a result, the
MIDI Out Connector
Use a MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect from here to the MIDI In connector on the external MIDI device. Performance data detailing what has been played on the keyboard, and other data, such as that generated when a pedal is depressed, is sent out from here to external MIDI devices.
Connection Examples: Connecting to a sequencer (The Roland MT Series)
fig.8-02.e
MT Series
Out MIDI In
MIDIPedal
OutIn
* The
Connection Examples: Connecting to a MIDI sound module
fig.8-03.e
Sound Module
MIDI
THRU OUT IN
MIDIPedal
OutIn
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