Getting Started
Quick Start
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Chapter 2
Getting Started
This chapter will help you hook up your ExpressionMate and
learn its basic functions.
Unpacking the Unit
The box that your ExpressionMate ships in contains the
following:
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The ExpressionMate
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Ribbon controller
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UserÕs Guide
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AC adapter
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Microphone stand mounting bracket
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Adhesive-backed foam strip
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Hook-and-loop fastener (three pads)
Be sure to keep the box and packing materials, in case you need
to ship the unit for any reason.
Quick Start
We recommend that you read through this whole chapter at some
point. However, if you want to start exploring your new
instrument right away, follow these steps:
1. Carefully remove all the contents of the box.
2. Place the ExpressionMate and the Ribbon controller on a
table or other ßat, stable surface. Plug the RibbonÕs cable into
the ÒControllerÓ jack on the ExpressionMateÕs right end.
3. Plug one end of a MIDI cable into the ExpressionMateÕs rear-
panel ÒMain OutÓ port. Plug the other end of the cable into
the MIDI In port of the device or instrument that you want to