Yamaha P-85S Owner's Manual - Page 26

ENGLISH Connecting MIDI Instruments Connecting MIDI Instruments The P-85 features MIDI IN/OUT terminals, allowing you to connect the P-85 to other instruments and devices-including computers-and take advantage of the various performance and recording capabilities in MIDI applications. Connecting MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals MIDI [IN] [OUT] terminals Use MIDI cables to connect external MIDI devices to these connectors. About MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard format for data transmission/reception. It enables the transfer of performance data and commands between MIDI devices and personal computers. Using MIDI, you can control a connected MIDI device from the P-85, or control the P-85 from a connected MIDI device or computer. NOTE Since MIDI data that can be transmitted or received varies depending on the type of MIDI device, check the "MIDI Implementation Chart" to find out what MIDI data and commands your devices can transmit or receive. The MIDI Implementation Chart is included in the Data List, which can be found at the Yamaha website (See page 7). MIDI Capabilities MIDI functions enable you to transfer performance data between MIDI devices. CAUTION Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power of all the components. ● Transferring performance data to and from another MIDI device MIDI [OUT] terminal MIDI [IN] terminal MIDI cables (optional) MIDI [OUT] terminal MIDI [IN] terminal NOTE You cannot transmit the voice demo songs and the piano preset songs from the P-85 to another MIDI device. For MIDI connections, use a standard (optional) MIDI cable, available at most musical instrument stores. Instrument MIDI device ● Transferring MIDI data to and from a computer MIDI [IN] MIDI [OUT] terminal terminal USB terminal Instrument USB-MIDI interface (optional) Computer 24 26 P-85 Owner's Manual