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5. Link: Connect a standard Ethernet cable to this port to use Ableton Link and other compatible
devices with MPC Live II. Download the full User Guide for more information.
Note: You can also use Ableton Link wirelessly over a Wi-Fi connection. Download the full User
Guide for more information.
6. USB-B Port: Use the included USB cable to connect this high-retention-force USB port to an
available USB port on your computer. This connection allows MPC Live II to send/receive MIDI
and audio data to/from the MPC software on your computer.
7. USB-A Ports: Connect USB flash drives to these USB ports to access their files directly using
MPC Live II. When connected to a computer in Controller Mode, you can access drives
connected to this port from your computer. You can also connect standard MIDI controllers to
these ports.
8. SD Card Slot: Insert a standard SD, SDHC or SDXC card into this slot to access its files directly
using MPC Live II.
9. Rec Vol: Turn this knob to adjust the volume of the inputs.
10. Inputs (1/4" / 6.35 mm): Use standard 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS cables to connect these inputs to an
audio source (mixer, synthesizer, drum machine, etc.). In Sample Record Mode, you can select
whether you want to record either channel or both channels in stereo or in mono. To use these
inputs, set the Line/Phono switch to Line.
11. Inputs (RCA): Use a standard RCA stereo cable to connect these inputs to a phono-level audio
source like a turntable. In Sample Record Mode, you can select whether you want to record
either channel or both channels in stereo or in mono. To use these inputs, set the Line/Phono
switch to Phono.
12. Line/Phono Switch: Set this switch to the appropriate position, depending on which inputs you
want to use. If you are using the RCA inputs, set this switch to Phono to provide the additional
amplification needed for phono-level signals. If you are using the 1/4" (6.35 mm) inputs, such as
a CD player or sampler, set this switch to Line.
13. Grounding Terminal: If using phono-level turntables with a grounding wire, connect the
grounding wire to these terminals. If you experience a low "hum" or "buzz", this could mean that
your turntables are not grounded.
Note: Some turntables have a grounding wire built into the RCA connection and, therefore,
nothing needs to be connected to the grounding terminal.
14. Outputs (1/4" / 6.35 mm): Use standard 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS cables to connect these outputs to
your monitors, mixer, etc.). The Master L/R outputs are the same as Outputs 1,2.
15. Phones (1/4" / 6.35 mm): Connect standard 1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo headphones to this output.
16. Speaker On/Off: Use this switch to turn the MPC Live II internal speakers on or off.
17. MIDI In: Use a standard 5-pin MIDI cable to connect these inputs to the MIDI output of an
external MIDI device (synthesizer, drum machine, etc.).
18. MIDI Out: Use a standard 5-pin MIDI cable to connect these outputs to the MIDI input of an
external MIDI device (synthesizer, drum machine, etc.).
19. CV/Gate Out: MPC Live II will send control voltage (CV) and/or Gate signals over these outputs to
optional external sequencers. Use standard 1/8" (3.5 mm) TS cables to send a single CV/Gate
signal per output, or use a stereo TRS-to-dual mono TSF breakout cable (such as a Hosa YMM-
261) to send two CV/Gate signals per output.
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20. Kensington
Lock Slot: You can use this slot to secure your MPC Live II to a table or other
surface.
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