MERGE-8 8 into 2 MIDI Merge Box Operating manual
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FCC Statement for MERGE-8 NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Description The MERGE-8 has eight MIDI In ports and two MIDI Out ports to enable you to connect multiple MIDI devices to one or two MIDI inputs. The MERGE-8 has opto-coupled MIDI Inputs and separate drive circuits for each MIDI Out socket for optimum performance. The MERGE-8 also contains active circuitry that can restore the quality of signals received at the MIDI Input that may have become degraded by losses in the MIDI cable.
Merging Rules You may find it useful to have an understanding of the following rules which the MERGE-8 uses when handling certain types of MIDI data. Note: If the MERGE-8 is in split mode (LED lit amber), these Merging Rules apply to both of the four into one merges separately. The MERGE-8 defines one of the inputs as the master input for each of the following data types. One input may be the master for one or more data types whilst a different input may be the master for another data type.
Specification Power Input: 9V DC (regulated or unregulated) – never apply more than 12V (never use an unregulated supply greater than 9V as unregulated supplies typically give a higher output than shown) Power : 100mA, 2.1mm plug (centre positive) MIDI ports: 8 x In, 2 x Out Weight: 220g (excluding power supply) Dimensions: 155 x 80 x 32 mm Power supply: Supplied with unit. Specify UK, EU or US type when ordering.
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