Yamaha EX5 Owner's Manual page 23

EX5/5R/7
The EX5R Tone Generator will additionally require an external MIDI master keyboard or other MIDI
controller.
MIDI Master Keyboard
Synthesizer
To ensure reliable error-free transmission of MIDI data always use high-quality MIDI cables obtained
from your Yamaha dealer or music equipment store. Also avoid MIDI cables that are longer than about
15 meters, since cables longer than this can pick up noise which can cause data errors.
The EX MIDI receive channel, device number, local on/off, and other parameters are available in the
UTILITY mode MIDI display described on page 274. Make sure these parameters are set to match the
corresponding settings of the external MIDI device(s) used.
For detailed MIDI specifications refer to the "MIDI Data Format" in the Data List book.
When using the EX5, EX5R, or EX7 with other MIDI equipment, it is a good idea to refer to the MIDI
specifications (implementation chart, MIDI data format) of the equipment used to ensure compatibility.
MUSIC SYNTHESIZER
EXTENDED SYNTHESIS REALTIME CONTROL
MIDI IN
MIDI
MIDI IN
OUT
or
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MIDI IN
MIDI
Interface
MIDI OUT
MUSIC SYNTHESIZER
REALTIME CONTROL
EXTENDED SYNTHESIS
1 2 3 4 5 6
EX5R
Computer