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Connecting to MIDI Devices
 
Read this chapter if you wish to connect the MP-500 to an 
external MIDI device.
If the MP-500 is connected to a MIDI sequencer, such as one 
from the MT series, a performance recorded on the MP-500 
can be transmitted to the MIDI sequencer. It is also possible 
to record the performance directly on the MIDI sequencer. 
The recorded performance can be saved on the MIDI 
sequencer.
When the MP-500 is connected to an MT series sequencer, the 
rich variety of sounds built into the MT series sequencer can 
be played from the keyboard of the MP-500.
 
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 MP-500 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 MP-500 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 MP-500.
 
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 
 
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 MP-500 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 jacks provides you with an even 
greater variety of ways to use your keyboard.
In
Out
MIDI
MIDI connectors on the rear panel
MT Series
MP-500
In
Out
MIDI
Pedal
In
Out
MIDI
* The MT-90s has no MIDI Out connector.
Sound Module
OUT
THRU
IN
MIDI
MP-500
In
Out
MIDI
Pedal
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