Roland ep-97 User Manual

epe97/epe77
8. Connecting to MIDI devices
5, Vou should also make the settings below as needed.
For details on making MIDl-related settings for the
ep-97/77, refer to 'Cautions when connecting an
external MIDI device' on page 18 and following.
Read this chapter if vou wish to connect the ep-97/77
to an external MIDI devices.
If the ep-97/77 is connected to a MIDI sequencer,
such as one from the MT series, a performance
recorded on the ep-97/77 can be transmitted to the
MIDI sequeneer. It is also possible to record the per-
formance directly on the MIDI sequencer. The record-
ed performance can be saved on the MIDI sequencer.
When the ep-97/77 is connected to an MT series
sequencer, the rich variety of sounds built into the
MT can be played from the keyboard of the ep-97/77.
About MIDI
MIDI, short for “Musical Instrument Digital Inter-
face,” was developed as a standard for the exchange of
performance data between electronic instruments and
computers.
The ep-97/77 is equipped with MIDI connectors to
allow such exchange of performance data with exter-
nal equipment and devices. Connecting the keyboard
to other devices via these jacks provides you with an
even greater variety of ways to use your ep-97/77.
About the MIDI connectors
MIDI In connector—Use a MIDI cable (sold sepa-
rately) to connect from here to the MIDI Out connec-
tor on the external MIDI device.
MIDI messages sent from connected external equip-
ment will be received here. As a result, the ep-97/77
will produce sound, change tones, or perform other
operations.
MIDI Out connector—Use a MIDI cable (sold sepa-
rately) to connect from here to the MIDI In connector
on the external MIDI device. Performance data detail-
ing 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 equip-
ment.
2. Turn off the ep-97/77 and any other devices to be
connected.
3. Use MIDI cable (sold separately) to connect the
external MIDI device to the MIDI connector on the
ep-97/77.
Take a look at the connection examples.
4, If necessary, use audio cables to connect the other
devices to the ep-97/77 (see page 16).
6. Turn on the power to all equipment.
7. Adjust the volume.
Connecting to a sequencer (Roland MT series)
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Connecting to a MIDI sound module
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Roland ep-97 Specifications

General

Brand	Roland
Model	ep-97
Category	Musical Instrument
Language	English