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MOTU MIDI Express 128 User Manual

MOTU MIDI Express 128
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Table of Contents

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MOTU MIDI Express 128 Specifications

General IconGeneral
MIDI Channels128
USBUSB 2.0
CompatibilityMac and Windows
Weight4 lbs
PowerUSB bus-powered
Dimensions19 x 7 x 1.75 inches
MIDI Ports8 in/out

Summary

Packing List and Computer Requirements

Packing List

Details the items included with the MOTU USB MIDI Interface package.

Computer Requirements

Specifies the minimum system compatibility for the MOTU USB MIDI interface.

Installing Your MOTU Interface

Connecting the Power Cord

Details how to connect the power supply to the MOTU MIDI interface.

Connecting the Computer

Explains the USB connection process between the interface and the computer.

Connecting MIDI Gear

Guides on how to connect external MIDI devices to the interface.

Time Code Sync Connections

Connecting a SMPTE Time Code Source

Details how to connect an external SMPTE time code source to the interface.

SMPTE Time Code Destination

Explains how to output SMPTE time code from the interface to other devices.

Installing the MOTU USB MIDI Software

The MOTU USB MIDI Installer

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the interface's software.

What Gets Installed?

Lists the components installed with the MOTU USB MIDI software.

Using MIDI Software

MIDI Inputs and Outputs

Describes how MIDI ports appear and are configured in software.

ClockWorks Software

About ClockWorks

Introduction to the ClockWorks software for interface configuration.

ClockWorks Interface Elements

Explains the various tabs and features within the ClockWorks application.

Routings Tab Configuration

Details how to configure MIDI data flow between devices using the Routings tab.

Front Panel Presets

Factory Versus User Presets

Differentiates between pre-programmed factory presets and user-configurable presets.

Selecting a Preset on an Express XT

Procedure for selecting presets directly from the MIDI Express XT front panel.

Selecting a Preset on a Micro Express

Procedure for selecting presets directly from the micro express front panel.

Synchronization

What is Synchronization?

Defines synchronization in the context of MIDI and audio/video devices.

What is SMPTE?

Defines SMPTE time code and its role in synchronization.

Freewheeling to Avoid Time Code Dropouts

Explains how to manage and prevent time code dropouts during synchronization.

MIDI Machine Control

How MMC Works

Explains the fundamental principles of MIDI Machine Control (MMC).

A Recommended Setup for MMC

Details an optimal configuration for using MMC with the interface.

Using an MMC Control Surface

Guides on using compatible external hardware for MMC control.

Glossary

Drop Frame

Definition of the Drop Frame SMPTE time code format.

MTC

Definition of MIDI Time Code (MTC).

SMPTE

Definition of SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers) time code.

SMPTE Synchronization Basics

What is Synchronization?

Defines synchronization in the context of MIDI and audio/video devices.

What is SMPTE?

Defines SMPTE time code and its role in synchronization.

What is Drop Frame?

Explanation of the Drop Frame time code format and its necessity.

Troubleshooting and Customer Support

Problems and Solutions

General overview of common issues and how to approach solving them.

My MOTU Interface Will Not Sync to SMPTE

Specific troubleshooting steps for SMPTE synchronization failures.

Technical Support

Information on how to contact MOTU for technical assistance and support.

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