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Setting Up Your CBX-K2

What You’ll Need

Since the CBX-K2 is strictly a MIDI controller and does
not generate any sound by itself, you’ll need other data-
receiving and sound-producing equipment. Basically, you
will need:
* The CBX-K2 and PA-1D AC power adaptor (or a set of
batteries).
* A MIDI device (such as a tone generator, keyboard or
computer) which can receive and play back MIDI data,
and at least one MIDI cable.
* (Optional) An amplifier/speaker system, preferably
stereo, with proper audio connecting cables. Alter-
nately, you can use a set of stereo headphones.
For tone generators with a built-in MIDI interface (such as
the Yamaha MU100R)
With Computer and Tone Generator
In the small MIDI system below, the CBX-K2 is connected
to a computer and a single tone generator. With the proper
sequencing software on the computer, the CBX-K2 can be
used both for recording performance data to the computer
and playing the sounds of the connected tone generator.
You can also conveniently use the CBX-K2 to start and stop
the sequencer.
Computer
Tone generator
MU100R
Serial port
CBX-K2
The HOST SELECT switch
on the MU100R allows you
to match the type of
computer, when connecting
directly to a computer.
TO HOST
MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
In this introductory section, you’ll learn how to set up the
CBX-K2 for use in your music system. A variety of setups
are covered here; read through the one that most closely
matches your own setup.

Setup Examples

NOTE
■
All devices must be turned off before making
connections.
■
The setup examples below show only the MIDI
connections. The audio connections would vary
according to the particular equipment you use. Refer
to the owner’s manuals of your other equipment for
audio connection instructions.
When connecting the instrument to other MIDI devices, be
sure to use only high-quality MIDI cables. Also, avoid
using cables longer than 15 meters, since long cables can
result in data errors.
All the devices must be turned off before making connections.
Connect the MIDI OUT terminal on the CBX-K2 to the
MIDI IN terminal on the MU100R. The MU100R should be
connected to the proper port on the computer. (For
complete connection instructions, refer to the owner’s
manual of your particular tone generator.)