Alesis A6 User Manual

The A6’s basic requirements include:

1.

an AC electrical outlet

2.

a stand or table to put it on

3.

audio cables and a sound system or amplifier, or a pair of headphones

If you plan to use the A6 with other MIDI devices, you’ll need standard MIDI cables
that connect your A6 to other MIDI devices in your system. See the topic 

below for more information. It would also help if you have basic working knowledge
of MIDI. If you’re new to MIDI, read our MIDI tutorial in Chapter 10.

The A6 is packaged in a cardboard box with molded styrofoam inserts. After you
remove your A6, its AC power cord, the Warranty card and this manual, we suggest
you keep all packing materials in a safe place. You’ll need the box and styrofoam in
case the unit needs to be transported or shipped.

You can place the A6 just about anywhere that’s convenient. Before placing the A6
on a stand or table, be certain that is capable of securely holding an object that
weighs 40 lbs. (18.15kg). You should also consider any pounding that you might be
giving it. If the stand collapses under the A6’s weight (or your playing), the unit
could suffer permanent damage and you could be injured. Take the time right now to
make sure that your stand is adequate.

Use the AC power cord (or equivalent) that is included with the A6. Make sure that
the unit is turned off before you plug the power cord into the rear panel receptacle
and the wall outlet. The unit has a universal power supply that should work with
local AC power in most countries. If in doubt, check with your power company
before plugging it in. In the U.S., the A6 must be plugged into a standard 117 VAC,
50 - 60 Hz outlet.