Yamaha CLP-S306PE The Clavinova-computer Connection - Page 4

How do I connect the Clavinova to a computer? Step 1 Which connector and port should I use? There are four ways to connect the Clavinova to a computer. 1. Using the Clavinova's TO HOST connector Connect the TO HOST connector on the Clavinova to the serial port on the computer. IBM-PC or compatible with Windows Macintosh A serial port on an IBM-PC or compatible computer varies depending on the model. Check the serial port on your computer. D-sub 9-pin D-sub 25-pin 2. Using the Clavinova's MIDI connectors Connect a MIDI interface device between the computer's serial port and the Clavinova's MIDI connector. Macintosh modem port MIDI connectors 3. Using the computer's USB port Connect a USB interface device between the computer's USB port and the Clavinova's TO HOST connector or MIDI connector. Use this connection if your computer does not have a serial port but has a USB port and your Clavinova does not have a USB connector. 4. Using the Clavinova's USB connector Connect the USB connector on the Clavinova to the USB port on the computer. Computer's USB port Clavinova's USB connector Previous page Table of Contents What is MIDI? Possibilities Connections 4 Glossary Software Next page