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

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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