About MIDI
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard format for data transmission/reception. It enables the transfer of performance data and commands between MIDI devices and personal computers.
Using MIDI, you can control a connected MIDI device from the Clavi- nova, or control the Clavinova from a connected MIDI device or com- puter.
MIDI connectors
| Mac | MIDI | THRU | OUT | IN |
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MIDI [IN]: | Receives MIDI data. |
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MIDI [OUT]: | Transmits MIDI data. |
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MIDI [THRU]: | Transmits data received at the MIDI [IN] connector as it is. | ||||
MIDI cables
Prepare dedicated MIDI cables.
[TO HOST] connector
Use this connector to connect the Clavinova to a computer.
Mac 
MIDI
TO HOST HOST SELECT
TIP
MIDI performance data and commands are transferred in the form of numeric values.
TIP
Since MIDI data that can be transmitted or received varies depending on the type of MIDI device, check the “MIDI Imple- mentation Chart” to find out what MIDI data and commands your devices can transmit or receive. The Clavinova’s MIDI Implementation Chart appears on page 73.
NOTE
When you are using the MIDI connectors, set the [HOST SELECT] switch to “MIDI” (page 56).
NOTE
When you are using the [TO HOST] connector, set the [HOST SELECT] switch, according to the type of com- puter you are using (page 56).
TIP
You can also obtain detailed information about MIDI from various music books and other publications.
