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Connecting to MIDI Devices
Read this chapter if you wish to connect the F-90 to an
external MIDI device.
If the F-90 is connected to a MIDI sequencer, such as one
from the MT series, you can record your performance on the
MIDI sequencer. The rich variety of sounds built into the MT
series sequencer can be played from the keyboard of the F-90.
About the MIDI Connectors
fig.8-01.e
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 F-90 will produce sound,
change tones, or perform other operations.
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.
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 F-90 and any other devices to be
connected.
3. Use the optional MIDI cable to connect the MIDI
connector on the external MIDI device to the
MIDI connector on the F-90.
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 MIDI-related settings for the
F-90, refer to p. 23 through p. 24.
Connection Examples:
Connecting to a sequencer (The Roland MT Series)
fig.8-02.e
Connection Examples: Connecting to a MIDI sound module
fig.8-03.e
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 F-90 is equipped with MIDI connectors to allow
such exchange of performance data with external
equipment and devices. Connecting the keyboard to
other devices with these connectors provides you with
an even greater variety of ways to use your keyboard.
MIDI connectors on the rear panel
MIDI
Out In
In
Out
MIDI
Sequencer
F-90
Input
RL
(
Mono
)
Output
RL
(
Mono
)
MIDI
Out In
* The MT-80s/90s has no MIDI Out connector.
F-90
OUTTHRU IN
MIDI
Sound Module
Input
RL
(
Mono
)
Output
RL
(
Mono
)
MIDI
Out In