Yamaha P50-m Musical Instrument User Manual


 
6
SETTING UP AND PLAYING YOUR P50-m
Using in Larger MIDI Systems
The P50-m is equipped with MIDI IN and OUT terminals,
allowing you to use it in any MIDI system. In the system example
shown below, the P50-m is connected to both a computer and
another tone generator. Here, the computer (with sequencer or
other music software) plays back song data using the Voices of
the P50-m and the connected tone generator.
In systems such as this, you should make sure that:
The MIDI Receive Channel on the P50-m (see page 17) is set
to the same channel as that for the piano part (or track) on
the software.
• The MIDI OUT Mode is set to “ot2.” (See page 21.) This
ensures that the piano part data will play the Voices of the
P50-m, and not the other tone generator.
Also, if you are using General MIDI (GM) compatible software,
set the Program Change Table to “on.” (See page 18.) This
ensures that the Voices on the P50-m will match the intended
program changes in the software.
Powering Up and Playing the
Demo Song
Once you’ve connected everything properly, you’re ready to turn
the P50-m on and start playing it. However, a small word of
caution before you begin: Follow the instructions given below to
avoid possible damage to your equipment and speakers.
Computer
MIDI Interface
Tone GeneratorP50-m