Roland AT 5 - Manual (Page 66)

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Connecting with External Devices
If you want to hook up an external instrument to the AT-5,
then this chapter is for you.
Names and Functions of
Jacks and Connectors
1 MIDI Out/In Connectors
You can connect external MIDI instruments to these
connectors to exchange performance information.
2 Damper Pedal Jacks
You can connect a damper pedal (sold separately) and use it
to produce a lingering effect for the notes you play on the
keyboard.
3 Input L (mono)/R Jacks
Using this jack, you can connect other sound generating
devices or audio equipment and play sounds from other
devices through the AT-5’s speaker.
4 Output L (mono)/R Jacks
You can some awesome sounds if you connect speakers or
other audio equipment to these jacks. You can also hook up a
cassette recorder to record your performances.
Connecting Audio Equipment
Output Jack
You can connect audio equipment using audio cables (sold
separately) and play the sounds from the AT-5 through the
speakers on the connected equipment or record your
performances on a tape recorder or other recording device.
If the output of the connected device is monaural, you must
use the L (Mono) jack.
Use an audio cable to connect the input jack on the audio set
or amp mixer to one of the output jacks on the AT-5. Use an
audio cable with a standard plug. When purchasing an audio
cable, please consult the vendor where you bought the AT-5.
Input Jack
You can connect another sound module, such as audio
equipment or an electronic instrument using audio cables
(sold separately) and play the sounds from the connected
device through the speakers on the AT-5.
If the input of the connected device is monaural, you must
use the L (Mono) jack.
■ Making the Connections
NOTE
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other
devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the
power on all devices before making any connections.
1. Turn down the volume all the way on all equip-
ment.
2. Turn off the power to the AT-5 and other
connected equipment.
3. Connect the AT-5 and other equipment with
audio cables (sold separately).
4. Turn on the connected equipment.
5. Turn on the AT-5.
6. Adjust the volume.
● After use, follow the steps below to switch off the power.
1. Turn down the volume all the way on all equip-
ment.
2. Turn off the AT-5.
3. Turn off the connected equipment.
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