PreSonus FIREstation - Manual (Page 16)

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3.6 mLAN/FireWire
The FIREstation utilizes the mLAN protocol. This standard allows the
unit to be connected to and share information with a multitude of
digital devices. mLAN is an advanced network protocol that allows
multiple FIREstations and/or other digital devices to be interconnected.
Examples of these devices would be: external hard drives, digital
camcorders, and synthesizers.
3.7 Footswitch Input
The footswitch input on the back of the unit allows the user to start
and stop recording at any desired moment. Every different software
manufacturer requires a different setup for use of this footswitch
receptacle. Please consult your software manufacturers manual,
website, or customer support for proper setup of this feature. The
FIREstation does not come equipped with a footswitch. (The footswitch
must be purchased separately.)
3.8 MIDI
MIDI stands for ‘Musical Instrument Digital Interface’. However, the
MIDI standard goes well beyond sequencing. The MIDI I/O allows
connection or communication with external MIDI equipment. One
function of this port is MIDI programming. This port can also be used
for MMC (MIDI Machine Control), MTC (MIDI Time Control), and
sequencing.
3.9 ADAT
The ADAT I/O allows interconnectivity between the FIREstation and
devices using ADAT I/O. The fiber-optic input does not support Optical
S/PDIF (two channels). The ADAT standard allows up to eight channels