Kenton Modular Solo - Manual (Page 17)

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When using MIDI clock in conjunction with the MODULAR SOLO, please note the following.
First, ensure that the MODULAR SOLO is actually receiving MIDI clock. This is not as silly as it sounds
- there are a number of reasons why it may not be receiving MIDI clock messages in the first place. If
you are having problems, go into the MIDI analyser mode described on page 13 and see if the
MODULAR SOLO is actually receiving the MIDI clock messages. If the MODULAR SOLO is not
receiving clock messages, here are a few points to watch for:-
Some MIDI mergers & patch bays actually remove MIDI clock information from the data stream, or you
may have to enable it for the port you are using.
Users of CUBASE note that the default for MIDI clock is for it NOT to be sent, you will have to go into
the MIDI synchronisation page and select MIDI clock to transmit.
If you have more than one MIDI port attached to your computer, note that MIDI clock does not
necessarily come out of all MIDI ports – it may only come out of a pre-assigned or selected one.
There is more information about MIDI clock problems on our website in the “Support” section.
See information about parameters 70-73 and 80-83 on pages 11 to 13.
Note that no output will happen on clock1 and/or clock2 unless one of the following conditions is met:
1) A MIDI start command is received. (Unfortunately not all sequencers send start commands)
2) A MIDI continue is received, immediately preceded by a song position pointer zero message.
3) A MIDI continue is received and “continue = start” is set on.
Sync 24 is available at the MIDI Out DIN socket (5 pin 180 degree DIN connector) if parameter 91 is
set to Syn (for sync).
Pin 1 - Stop = 0 volts / 1Start = +5 volts (or continue if selected)
Pin 3 - 5 volt positive going pulses; 24 clocks (pulses) per quarter note, the same as MIDI
Pin 2 - Ground (zero volts)
Pins 4 & 5 are not used for sync (but are used for MIDI)
Sync 24 is always available subject to a MIDI clock signal being present – it is not affected by the clock
divide parameters, however it is affected by the continue = start parameter #90.
PROBLEMS YOU MAY ENCOUNTER WHEN USING MIDI CLOCK
MORE ABOUT MIDI CLOCK ON THE MODULAR SOLO