Akai mpd32 - Manual (Page 5)

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INTRODUCTION
This Quickstart Manual is intended to give you a brief overview of the functionality and features of the
MPD32. In this manual you will find instructions on how to connect the MPD32 and how to use its basic
features. For detailed information, we recommend reading the Operator’s Manual included on the software
CD. Enjoy!
HOOKUP DIAGRAM
Please refer to the following scenario for connecting the MPD32.
EXTERNAL SOUND MODULE
COMPUTER
POWER
ADAPTER
EXTERNAL
MIDI DEVICE
FOOTSWTICH
FOOTSWITCH EXPRESSION
PEDAL
1. Connect a USB cable from your computer to the MPD32.
The unit will be powered through the USB connection.
Alternatively, if you do not wish to use a computer in your
setup or if you wish to power the MPD32 externally, please
plug in a 6V-1A DC power adapter.
2. If you would like to use an external sound module, connect
a 5-pin MIDI cable from the MIDI OUT of the MPD32 to the
MIDI IN of the external device.
3. If you would like to use another MIDI controller in your
setup, connect a 5-pin MIDI cable from the MIDI OUT of
the controller to the MIDI IN of the MPD32.
MIDI from MPD32 to
computer
MIDI from external MIDI
device connected to MIDI IN
port of MPD32
MIDI from computer to
external sound module
connected to MIDI OUT port
of MPD32