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Yamaha MDF2 User Manual

Yamaha MDF2
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Yamaha MDF2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandYamaha
ModelMDF2
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Features

MIDI Data Recorder Capability

Records and transmits MIDI System Exclusive data from MIDI instruments.

Sequencer Capability

Records and plays back sequence data in realtime, supporting various MIDI file formats.

About This Operation Manual

What Error Messages Tell You

Explains error messages and provides advice on how to solve related problems.

MIDI Terminology and Keywords

Preparing the MDF2 for Use

Supplying Power

Explains how to power the MDF2 using batteries or an optional AC adapter.

Connecting a MIDI Device

Details the necessary MIDI cable connections for operating the MDF2 with other MIDI devices.

Floppy Disk Formatting

Formatting a Floppy Disk

Step-by-step instructions for preparing a new floppy disk for use with the MDF2.

MDF2 Operating Modes Overview

MDR Mode Operation

Describes the MDF2's MIDI data recorder mode for receiving and transmitting bulk data.

SEQ Mode Operation

Details the MDF2's sequencer mode for recording and playing back sequence data.

MDR Mode Operation

Receiving Bulk Data

Step-by-step guide for receiving bulk data from a MIDI device into an MDR data file.

Transmitting Bulk Data

Instructions for sending MDR data files from the MDF2 to another MIDI device.

SEQ Mode Operation

Recording Sequence Data

Guide on how to record sequence data into SEQ data files using Standard MIDI File format.

Playing Back Sequence Data

Instructions for playing back recorded SEQ files and files from other devices.

JOB Mode Functions

Selecting a MIDI Sync Mode

Guide on synchronizing MDF2 playback/recording with external MIDI sequencers or rhythm machines.

MIDI Synchronization Notes

MIDI Synchronization

Explains how to synchronize MDF2 with other MIDI devices, covering master/slave roles and control messages.

UTILITY Mode Functions

Formatting Disks

Details on how to format disks for use with the MDF2, including reformatting.

Advanced File Management

MDF2 Error Message Guide

Disk Access Errors

Explains errors related to disk access, such as "Play only disk", "Memory Full", "Disk protect", and "No disk".

MDF2 Specifications

MDF2 MIDI Data Format Details

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