About Midi - Yamaha P-60 Owner's Manual

About MIDI

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard format for
data transmission and 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-60, or
control the P-60 from a connected MIDI device or computer.
MIDI connectors
Receives MIDI data.
MIDI [IN]:
MIDI [OUT]: Transmits MIDI data.
MIDI cables
Prepare dedicated MIDI cables.
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About MIDI

P-60
IN MIDI OUT
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MIDI performance data and
commands are transferred in
the form of numeric values.
TIP
Since MIDI data that can be
transmitted or received varies
depending on the type of MIDI
device, check the "MIDI Imple-
mentation Chart" to find out
what MIDI data and commands
your devices can transmit or
receive. The P-60's MIDI Imple-
mentation Chart appears on
page 35.
TIP
You can also obtain detailed
information about MIDI from
various music books and other
publications.