Arturia KeyStep - Controller / Sequencer - Manual (Page 44)

6.2. As Slave
KeyStep functions as a slave to an external clock when one of those options is selected on
the rear panel (USB, MIDI or Sync In).
When KeyStep is in Slave mode:
• The Tempo controls will not control the internal sequencer or arpeggiator while
the external source is running.
• The KeyStep transport section will still perform as usual; you can still stop, start
and pause the internal sequences and the arpeggiator, and you can still record
sequences.
• KeyStep will pass the synchronization messages it receives from the external
source to all three clock outputs, and will convert all clock types to MIDI clock for
the MIDI and USB outputs.
6.2.1. Sync In/Out types
The MIDI Control Center can be used to configure the KeyStep to send and receive one of
the following types of clock signals at the Sync input and output connectors:
• 1 step (Gate)
• 1 step (Clock)
• 1 pulse (Korg)
• 24 pulses per quarter note (ppqn)
• 48 ppqn
The default rate is 1 step (Clock).
6.2.2. Clock connectors
There are several types of connectors that have been used for musical synchronization
purposes over the years. Here’s a chart that indicates the best kinds to use when connecting
older devices to KeyStep:
Connector type Signal(s) sent
1/8’’ mono (TS) Clock pulse only
1/8’’ stereo (TRS) Clock pulse and start/stop
1/8’’ stereo (TRS) plus DIN sync adapter (not included) Clock pulse and start/stop
You can use optional DIN sync adapters to connect to devices which utilize DIN sync
messages. Check the owner’s manual for your device if you are not sure which sort of sync
capabilities it has.
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