Rear Panel - Akai MPC X User Manual

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1. Power Input: Use the included power adapter to connect MPC Live II to a power outlet.
2. Power Adapter Restraint: Secure the power adapter cable to this restraint to prevent it from accidentally
unplugging.
3. Power Switch: Turns MPC Live II's power on/off.
4. Charging Indicator: This light (behind the vent) will turn on when MPC Live II's internal battery is charging (when
the power input is connected to a power outlet). When the battery is fully charged or when it is disconnected
from a power outlet, then this light will turn off.
5. Link: Connect a standard Ethernet cable to this port to use Ableton Link and other compatible devices with MPC
Live II. See Operation > General Features > Menu > Sync
Note: You can also use Ableton Link wirelessly over a Wi-Fi connection.
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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