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    							281MOTIF  AppendixInstalling Optional Hardware
    Appendix
    Installing Optional Hardware
     ◆ Optional units that can be installed to the MOTIF
    The following optional units can be installed to the MOTIF.
    ◆ Locations to which the optional units are installed
    Up to three boards can be installed to the rear panel.
    ◆ Installation Precautions
    Before installing the optional hardware, make sure you have a Philips screwdriver.
      • Before beginning installation, switch off the power to the MOTIF and connected peripherals, and unplug them from the power outlet. 
    Then remove all cables connecting the MOTIF to other devices. (Leaving the power cord connected while working can result in electric 
    shock. Leaving other cables connected can interfere with work.)
    • Be careful not to drop any screws inside the instrument during installation (this can be prevented by keeping the optional units and 
    cover away from the instrument while attaching). If this does happen, be sure to remove the screw(s) from inside the unit before turning 
    the power on. Loose screws inside the instrument can cause improper operation or serious damage. If you are unable to retrieve a 
    dropped screw, consult your Yamaha dealer for advice.
    • Install the optional units carefully as described in the procedure below. Improper installation can cause shorts which may result in 
    irreparable damage and pose a fire hazard.
    • Do not disassemble, modify, or apply excessive force to board areas and connectors on optional units. Bending or tampering with boards 
    and connectors may lead to electric shock, fire, or equipment failures.
    • Before handling the optional units, you should briefly touch the metal surface to which the optional unit cover is attached (or other such 
    metallic area — be careful of any sharp edges) with your bare hand so as to drain off any static charge from your body. Note that even a 
    slight amount of electrostatic discharge may cause damage to these components.
      • It is recommended that you wear gloves to protect your hands from metallic projections on optional units and other components. 
    Touching leads or connectors with bare hands may cause finger cuts, and may also result in poor electrical contact or electrostatic 
    damage.
    • Handle the optional units with care. Dropping or subjecting them to any kind of shock may cause damage or result in a malfunction.
    • Be careful of static electricity. Static electricity discharge can damage the IC chips on the Plug-in board. Before you handle the optional 
    Plug-in board, to reduce the possibility of static electricity, touch the metal parts other than the painted area or a ground wire on the 
    devices that are grounded.
    • Do not touch the exposed metal parts in the circuit board. Touching these parts may result in a faulty contact.
    • When moving a cable, be careful not to let it catch on the circuit Plug-in board. Forcing the cable in anyway may cut the cable, cause 
    damage, or result in a malfunction.
    • Be careful not to misplace any of the screws since all of them are used.
    • Do not use any screws other than what are installed on the instrument.
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    Plug-in Board coverPlug-in Board cover
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    MOTIF6 MOTIF7
    MOTIF8●AIEB2, mLAN8E, SIMM
    Bottom cover for optional units Bottom cover for optional units Bottom cover for 
    AIEB2, mLAN8E, SIMM
    Rear cover for the
    AIEB2 or mLAN8ERear cover for the
    AIEB2 or mLAN8ERear cover for the
    AIEB2, mLAN8E, SIMM 
    						
    							282MOTIF  Appendix
    Installing Optional Hardware
    Appendix
    Optional Plug-in Board 
    Installation
    A variety of optional Plug-in boards sold separately let 
    you expand the voice library of your instrument.
    The following types of Plug-in boards can be used with 
    your instrument.
    • PLG150-AN • PLG150-PF • PLG150-VL
    • PLG150-DX • PLG100-XG • PLG100-VH
    The MOTIF provides three slots for the Plug-in board. 
    Therefore, up to three boards can be installed to
    the rear panel.
    nThe Vocal Harmony Plug-in board (PLG100-VH) can 
    installed only to slot 1.
    nThe Multi part Plug-in board (PLG-100XG) can installed 
    only to slot 3.
    nThe Single part Plug-in board can installed to any of 
    three slots.
    1Turn the MOTIF power off, and disconnect the 
    AC power cord. Also, make sure to disconnect the 
    MOTIF from any connected external devices.
    2Remove the large screw from the expansion bay 
    cover on the rear panel using a Phillips 
    screwdriver. 
    Keep the removed screw in a safe place. It will be used 
    when attaching the cover to the MOTIF again.
    3Remove the ribbon cables that are to be connected 
    to the Plug-in board from the inside  of the MOTIF.  
    The slots are assigned to the color-coded cables as 
    follows: 
    Slot 1   —   Orange
    Slot 2   —   Yellow
    Slot 3   —   Green 
    GREEN
    YELLOW
    ORANGE3
    21Plug- in SLOT
    OUTPUT ASSIGNABLE
    OUTPUTLMONO
    PHONESADINPUT
    GAINL
    R RR
    L
    GREEN
    YELLOW
    ORANGE3
    21Plug- in SLOT
    OUTPUT ASSIGNABLE
    OUTPUTLMONO
    PHONESADINPUT
    GAINL
    R RR
    L
    MOTIF6 / MOTIF7
    GREEN
    YELLOW
    ORANGE3
    21Plug- in SLOT
    MOTIF8
    GREEN
    YELLOW
    ORANGE3
    21Plug- in SLOT
    OUTPUT ASSIGNABLE
    OUTPUTLMONO
    PHONESAD
    INPUT
    GAINRL
    RR
    L
    GREEN
    YELLOW
    ORANGE3
    21Plug- in SLOT
    Slot 3
    Slot 2
    Slot 1 Cable for Slot 3
    (Green)
    Cable for Slot 2
    (Yellow)
    Cable for Slot 1
    (Orange) 
    						
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    4Insert the board along the guide rails about two-
    thirds of the way inside the MOTIF, with the 
    connector side face up and toward you.
    5With the board still protruding slightly from the 
    expansion bay, bring the cable end around and 
    connect it to the board.  Make sure to connect the 
    proper cable, matching the color of the cable to the 
    slot used.  Also, take care not to pull on the cable 
    too forcefully as you connect it to the board.
    nThe Vocal Harmony Plug-in board (PLG100-VH) can 
    installed only to slot 1.
    nThe Multi part Plug-in board (PLG-100XG) can installed 
    only to slot 3.
    6Insert the Plug-in board the rest of the way into 
    the expansion bay. Carefully put the the ribbon 
    cable back into the MOTIF, making sure that no 
    part of the cable sticks out of the instrument.
    7 Replace the cover with the screw you removed in 
    step 2 above. The Plug-in board is held in place by 
    replacing the cover.
    8Check that the installed Plug-in board is 
    functioning properly. Turn on the power.
    • A message appears indicating that the installed Plug-in 
    Board is being checked. The main display then appears 
    and the corresponding slot indicator at the right top of the 
    front panel lights. This indicates that the board has been 
    successfully installed.
    • If an error message appears, the MOTIF freezes after a 
    while, indicating that the installation was not successful. If 
    this happens, turn off the power and carefully go through 
    the installation procedure again.
    Optional AIEB2 or mLAN8E Installation
    OUTPUT ASSIGNABLE
    OUTPUTLMONO
    PHONESADINPUT
    GAINRL
    RR
    L
    GREEN
    YELLOW
    ORANGE3
    21Plug- in SLOT
    Slot 3
    Slot 2
    Slot 1
    Securely insert the board into the appropriate slot,
    taking care that the board isnt jammed between slots.
    OUTPUT ASSIGNABLE
    OUTPUTLMONO
    PHONESAD
    INPUT
    GAINRL
    RR
    L
    GREEN
    YELLOW
    ORANGE3
    21Plug- in SLOT
    Notch
    Connector from MOTIF Plug-in ConnectorPress the connectors together
    until the two notches lock into
    the sockets.
    Plug-in board
    OUTPUT ASSIGNABLE
    OUTPUTLMONO
    PHONESAD
    INPUT
    GAINRL
    RR
    L
    GREEN
    YELLOW
    ORANGE3
    21Plug- in SLOT
    PLG 2
    AB
    CD
    E
    FG
    HCATEGORY
    SEARCH
    MUSIC
    PRODUCTIONSYNTHESIZERIntegratedSamplingSequencer
    Real-time External Control
    Sur face
    Modular
    Synthesis
    Plug-in
    System
    DRUM KITS
    FAVORITES
    SLOT 1 SLOT 2 SLOT 3
    PRE 1PRE 2
    PRE  3
    GMUSER PLG 1PLG  3
    A. PIANOKEYBOARD
    ORGANGUITAR /
    PLUCKEDBASSSTRINGSBRASS
    REED / PIPE
    SYN LEAD SYN PAD/
    CHOIRSYN COMP CHROMATIC
    PERCUSSIONDRUM /
    PERCUSSIONSE
    MUSICAL FX COMBISECTION
    BANK
    GROUP
    COMMON
    Slot indicator lamps
    In this example, a Plug-in board has been installed to slot 1. 
    						
    							284MOTIF  Appendix
    Installing Optional Hardware
    Appendix
    Either the mLAN expansion board (mLAN8E) or the 
    I/O expansion board (AIEB 2) sold separately can
    be installed to the MOTIF.
    With the mLAN8E board, you can conveniently and 
    easily hook up your MOTIF to other mLAN-
    compatible instruments or devices. The AIEB 2 board 
    gives you additional digital I/O options, featuring both 
    optical and coaxial connectors. Moreover, the board 
    also includes three stereo ASSIGNABLE
    OUTPUT pairs (six analog jacks).
    Installing the AIEB2
    1Turn the MOTIF power off, and disconnect the 
    AC power cord. Also, make sure to disconnect the 
    MOTIF from any connected external devices.
    2Turn over the MOTIF so you can have direct 
    access to the underside. To protect the Knobs and 
    Wheels, place the keyboard so the four corners are 
    supported by something that provides sufficient 
    support like magazines or cushions.
    Be careful not to drop or bump the keyboard and make 
    sure that it is well balanced before proceeding.
    3Remove the cover of the bottom. Unscrew the 
    screws on the bottom using the driver by placing 
    the back sides of the ripped over body facing to you 
    (MOTIF6/ MOTIF7 has 7 screws and MOTIF 8 
    has 7 yellow screws.).  Remove the cover from the 
    body after unscrewing all the screws.  For  
    MOTIF6/MOTIF7 place the back side facing to 
    you and slide the over toward front to remove the 
    cover.
    Keep the removed screws in a safe place. They will be 
    used when attaching the cover to the MOTIF again after 
    installing the AIEB2.
    4Remove the three screws from the rear cover while 
    holding it from inside the MOTIF with your left 
    hand.
     Keep the removed screws in a safe place. They will be 
    used when attaching the cover to the MOTIF again 
    when the AIEB2 is removed in the future.
    View of the keyboard 
    from the bottom.
    PLG 2AB
    CD
    E
    FG
    H
    15CATEGORY
    SEARCH
    OCTAV EDOWNUP
    KNOB
    CONTROL
    FUNCTIONPA N
    REVERBCHORUS
    TEMPO
    ATTACK RELEASE CUTOFF
    RESONANCE
    ASSIGN A ASSIGN B ASSIGN 1 ASSIGN 2
    KN 1 KN 2 KN 3 KN 4
    MEQ LOWME Q HI  MID MEQ LO WMID M EQ HIGHREMOTE
    CONTROL
    ON / OFFEFFECT BYPASSARPEGGIOINSERTIONSYSTEM
    ON/OFF
    MASTER
    VOLUMEVOLUME 1 VOLUME 2 VOLUME 3 VOLUME 4
    CS 1 CS 2 CS 3 CS 4
    ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4SEQ
    TRANSPORTLOCATE
    12REC
    MODEVOICE PERFORM MASTERSEQUENCERSONG
    PATTERNFILEINTEGRATED
    SAMPLINGMIXINGUTILITY
    EDIT
    JOBSTORECOMPARESCENE STORE
    SET LOCATESONG SCENE
    SF 1SF 2SF  3SF  4SF  5F1 F2 F3 F4 F6F5INFORMATIONDEC/NO INC/ YES
    EXITENTEREXECUTE
    MUSIC
    PRODUCTIONSYNTHESIZERIntegratedSamplingSequencer
    Real-time External Control
    Sur face
    Modular
    Synthesis Plug-in
    SystemDRUM KITSFAV ORITESSLOT 1 SLOT 2 SLOT 3PRE 1PRE 2
    PRE  3
    GMUSER PLG 1PLG  3A. PIANOKEYBOARD
    ORGANGUITAR /
    PLUCKEDBASSSTRINGSBRASS
    REED / PIPE
    SYN LEAD SYN PAD/
    CHOIRSYN COMP CHROMATIC
    PERCUSSIONDRUM /
    PERCUSSIONSE
    MUSICAL FX COMBI1
    234
    56
    7
    8
    91011
    12
    1314
    16SECTION
    TRACK
    SELECT
    MUTE
    SOLOBANK
    GROUP
    NUMBERCOMMON
    ELEMENT / PERF. PART / ZONE
    Please the supports at all four corners 
    without touching the Knobs and the Wheels.
    Underside of the MOTIF
    Slide the cover
    away to remove.
    Bottom Underside of the MOTIF
    Bottom
    MOTIF6 / MOTIF7
    Do not remove
    this black screw.MOTIF8
    Underside of the MOTIF
    Bottom
    Underside of the MOTIF
    Bottom
    Underside of the MOTIF 
    						
    							285MOTIF  Appendix
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    Appendix
    5Remove the AIEB2 power cables from the hook-
    shaped cable clip in the MOTIF.
    6Remove the AIEB2 from its package. The AIEB2 
    has one flat ribbon cable and two power cables.  
    Since these two power cables are used for the main 
    body and are not needed when installing to the 
    MOTIF, you can remove them from the AIEB2. 
    7Connect the flat ribbon cable coming from AIEB2 
    to the circuit board of the MOTIF.  Be careful to 
    connect in the proper direction as shown.
    Make sure that the direction is correct and do not try to 
    force the connection.
    8Connect the power cable coming from MOTIF to 
    the AIEB2.  Connect the 3-pin cable to the CN3 
    connector of the AIEB2, and the 4-pin cable to the 
    CN1 connector. 
    9Fasten the AIEB2 to the MOTIF. Flip the unit 
    over, so that the bottom of the plate can be seen, 
    and that each connector section of the AIEB2 can 
    be seen from the back side of MOTIF.  Supporting 
    the unit with one hand, attach it to the rear of the 
    MOTIF with the three screws you removed in step 
    4.  If you start replacing the screws from the center 
    screw, it will be easy to replace the remaining 
    screws.
    Underside of the MOTIF
    Underside of the MOTIF
    MOTIF6 / MOTIF7
    MOTIF8
    Unlatch the cable clip by 
    pulling out the tab as shown.  
    Replace the clip after pulling 
    out the power cable.
    Rear panel of the MOTIF
    Rear panel of the MOTIF
    Top (keyboard side) of the MOTIF
    Top (keyboard side) of the MOTIF
    AIEB2Remove the two
    power cables.
    CN5m-LAN
    Rear panel of the MOTIF
    AIEB2
    Align the
    connectors
    as shown. Flat ribbon cable
    of the AIEB2
    Connector on
    the circuit board
    of the MOTIF
    CN5m-LAN
    Connect the 4-pin cable
    to the CN1 connectorConnect the 3-pin cable
    to the CN3 connector
    *  Make sure to properly match the cables and connectors.
       Avoid applying excessive force when connecting. 
    						
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    10 Let the ribbon cable fall into place between the 
    AIEB2 and the circuit board of the MOTIF.
    11Re-install the cover you removed in earlier steps, 
    in reverse order.
    Installing the mLAN8E
    1Using the same procedure as in steps 1 - 4 of 
    “Installing the AIEB2” above, remove the cover on 
    the underside of the MOTIF, then remove the 
    cover of the mLAN/I/O expansion bay.
    2Remove the mLAN8E from its package and 
    connect the included flat ribbon cable. Securely 
    fasten the flat ribbon cable to the rear panel of the 
    mLAN8E.  Make sure that the ribbon is at the 
    bottom, as shown.
    3Hold the mLAN8E upside down, and insert the 
    connector on the other end of the flat ribbon cable, 
    to the circuit board of the MOTIF.
    Flip over the AIEB2 taking care not to bend
    or damage the flat ribbon cable.
    AIEB2
    CN5m-LAN
    Underside of the MOTIF
    Underside of the MOTIF
    CN5m-LAN
    AIEB2
    Slide the flat ribbon cable
    in the space between the MOTIF
    and the AIEB2. 
    AIEB2
    Rear panel of the MOTIF
    Rear panel of the MOTIF
    Make sure that flat ribbon cable is
    at bottom of connector.
    Rear panel of mLAN8E
    Make sure the flat ribbon cable sticks out from
    the bottom and that the panel printing mLAN8E
    can be seen.
    Front panel of mLAN8E
    Top of mLAN8E
    CN5m-LAN
    Underside of the MOTIF
    Rear panel of the MOTIF
    Front panel of mLAN8E
    Align the connectors as shown.
    Underside of mLAN8E
    (This example illustration shows the MOTIF6/MOTIF7.) 
    						
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    4Fasten the mLAN8E to the MOTIF. Flip the unit 
    over, so that each connector section of the 
    mLAN8E can be seen from the back side of 
    MOTIF.  Supporting the unit with one hand, 
    attach it to the rear of the MOTIF with the three 
    screws you removed earlier.  If you start replacing 
    the screws from the center screw, it will be easy to 
    replace the remaining screws.
    5Let the ribbon cable fall into place between the 
    mLAN8E and the circuit board of the MOTIF.
    6Re-install the cover you removed in earlier steps, 
    in reverse order.
    Optional SIMM Installation
    You can increase the MOTIF’s sampling memory by 
    installing commercially available SIMMs (single
    in-line memory modules). This section explains how to 
    carry out the installation.
    Important Information about 
    Purchase of Expansion SIMMs for 
    the MOTIF
    The MOTIF does not necessarily support all 
    commercially available SIMMs. Before purchasing 
    SIMMs, please consult your Yamaha dealer or an 
    authorized Yamaha distributor (see list at end of the 
    Owner’s Manual) for advice.
    Note that Yamaha cannot assume responsibility for 
    SIMM malfunctions.
    SIMM Type and SIMM Configuration
    • You need to use 72-pin SIMMs with access time of 
    70ns or less. The SIMM module size may be 4MB, 
    8MB, 16MB, or 32MB. The MOTIF is designed for use 
    with 32-bit (parity non-type) SIMMs, but can also 
    accept installation of 36-bit (parity-type) SIMMs.
    • When purchasing SIMMs, make sure that the SIMM 
    design does not utilize more than 18 memory chips per 
    module. (SIMMs comprised of more than 18 chips do 
    not operate correctly on the MOTIF.)
    • SIMMs must be installed in pairs: you can install two 
    SIMMs.
    • The MOTIF ships with 4MB of sampling memory 
    installed, and is capable of accessing up to 64MB. See 
    the following illustrations for details. For example, if 
    you add a pair of 16MB SIMMs, for example, you 
    increase the available sampling memory to a total of 
    (4 + 16 x 2 =) 36MB. If you install a pair of 32MB 
    SIMMs, however, the sampling memory size becomes 
    64MB (and the original 4MB are effectively disabled).
    Rear panel of the MOTIF Underside of the MOTIF
    CN5m-LAN
    mLAN8E
    Slide the flat ribbon cable in the space
    between the MOTIF and the mLAN8E. 
    Underside of the MOTIF
    Rear panel of the MOTIF
    (This example illustration shows the MOTIF6/MOTIF7.) 
    						
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    Appendix
    • Yamaha recommends that you purchase SIMMs that 
    conform to the JEDEC* standard. Please be aware, 
    however, that conformance to this standard does not 
    constitute a guarantee that the SIMMs will operate 
    correctly on the MOTIF.
    • JEDEC (Joint Electron Device Engineering Council) sets 
    standards for terminal configurations within electronic 
    devices.
    SIMM Installation
    1 Use the same operation as in “Installing the AIEB2.”
    2 On the SIMM, there is a cut in the board next to 
    the 1PIN. Insert the board into the socket so that 
    the 1PIN lines up with the 1PIN mark (▲) printed 
    on the board.
    nMake sure that the SIMM is securely inserted in the 
    socket of the MOTIF.  Inserting the SIMM improperly or 
    incompletely may result in faulty operation.
    *  To remove the SIMM, gently but firmly pull the fastening 
    clips open, then tilt the SIMM back and pull it out.
    3 Set the SIMM into the socket at an angle as shown 
    in the illustration above (1). Then push the SIMM 
    upright until it clicks into the position shown in 
    figure
    4 Insert the remaining SIMM into the remaining 
    socket.
    5 Re-install the cover you removed in earlier steps, 
    in reverse order.
    6 Check that the installed SIMMs are functioning 
    properly. Set the MOTIF right-side up, and connect 
    the power cord to the rear-panel AC INLET jack and 
    an AC outlet. Turn on the power, go to the 
    SAMPLING display, and press the 
    [INFORMATION] button (page 276). If the SIMMs 
    have been installed properly, the appropriate 
    available memory size is indicated in the display.
    4MB X 2
    Internal memory
    4MB
    12MB can be used for sampling.
    8MB X 2
    Internal memory
    4MB
    20MB can be used for sampling.
    16MB X 2
    Internal memory
    4MB
    36MB can be used for sampling.
    32MB X 2
    Internal memory
    4MB
    64MB can be used for sampling.
    Cutout
    72PIN SIMM
    toPNAtoJKCN25 CN2411 4toPSCN23 4
    SIMM sockets 1PIN mark
    Rear panel of the MOTIFUnderside of the MOTIF
    Location for SIMM Installation
    Tilt the SIMM and insert it into the socket.
    Push the SIMM up vertically.
    Cutout
    Installing the SIMM modules to the sockets
    Pull open these clips. Pull open these clips.
    Tilt the SIMM module and pull it out. 
    						
    							289MOTIF  Appendix
    Handling the Memory Card (SmartMedia™*)
    Appendix
    Handling the 
    Memor y Card
     
    (SmartMedia™*)
    Be sure to handle Memory Cards with care.  Follow the 
    important precautions below.
    * SmartMedia is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.
    ■  Compatible Memory Card Type
    3.3V(3V) Memory Cards can be used. 5V type Memory 
    Cards are not compatible with this instrument. 
    ■  Memory Capacity
    There are five types of Memory Cards: 2MB/4MB/
    8MB/16MB/32MB. A Memory Card with the memory 
    capacity exceeding 32MB can also be used if it 
    conforms to the standards of SSFDC (Solid State 
    Floppy Disk Card: another name of SmartMedia) 
    Forum. 
    ■  Inserting/Removing Memory Cards
    • To insert a Memory Card:
    Hold the Memory Card so that the connector 
    section (gold) of the Memory Card is facing 
    downward and forward, towards the Memory 
    Card slot. Carefully insert the Memory Card into 
    the slot, slowly pushing it all the way in until it is 
    fitted in place.
    nDon’t insert the Memory Card in wrong direction.
    Don’t insert anything other than a Memory Card in 
    the slot. 
    • To remove a Memory Card:
    Before removing the Memory Card, be sure to 
    confirm that the Memory Card is not in use, or it 
    is not being accessed by the instrument. Then pull 
    the Memory Card out slowly by hand. If the 
    Memory Card is being accessed*, a message 
    indicating that it is in use appears on the 
    instruments display. 
    * It includes saving, loading, formatting, deleting and 
    making directory. Also, be aware that the instrument will 
    automatically access the Memory Card to check the 
    media type when it is inserted while the instrument is 
    turned on.
    Never attempt to remove the Memory Card or turn the 
    power off during accessing. Doing so can damage the 
    data on the instrument/Memory Card and possibly the 
    Memory Card itself. 
    ■  Formatting Memory Cards
    Before using a Memory Card with your instrument it 
    must first be formatted. Once it is formatted all data on 
    it will be erased. Be sure to check if the data is 
    unnecessary for you or not, beforehand.
    nThe Memory Cards formatted with this instrument may 
    become unusable with other instruments.
    ■  About the Memory Cards
    • To handle Memory Cards with care:
    There are times when static electricity affects 
    Memory Cards. Before you handle Memory Cards, 
    to reduce the possibility of static electricity, touch 
    the metal parts such as a door knob and aluminum 
    sash. Be sure to remove the Memory Card from the 
    Memory Card slot when it is not in use for a long time.
    Do not expose the Memory Card to direct 
    sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, or 
    excessive humidity, dust or liquids. 
    Do not place heavy objects on a Memory Card or bend 
    or apply pressure to the Memory Card in any way. 
    Do not touch the metal part (gold) of the Memory 
    Card or put any metallic plate onto the metal part.
    Do not expose the Memory Card to magnetic 
    fields, such as those produced by televisions, 
    speakers, motors, etc., since magnetic fields can 
    partially or completely erase data on the Memory 
    Card, rendering it unreadable.
    Do not attach anything other than the provided 
    labels to a Memory Card. Also make sure that 
    labels are attached in the proper location.
    • To protect your data (Write-protect):
    To prevent inadvertent erasure of important data, 
    stick the write-protect seal (provided in the 
    Memory Card package) onto the designated area 
    (within a circle) of the Memory Card. Conversely 
    speaking, to save data on the Memory Card, make 
    sure to remove the write-protect seal from the Card.
    Do not reuse the seal that is peeled off.
    ■  Data Backup
    For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that 
    you keep two copies of important data on separate 
    Memory Cards. This gives you a backup if one Memory 
    Card is lost or damaged.
    ■  Burglarproof Lock
    This instrument is equipped with a burglarproof lock 
    for the Memory Card. If necessity arises, mount the 
    burglarproof lock onto the instrument.
    To mount the burglarproof lock:
    1 Remove the metallic part using a Phillips 
    screwdriver.
    2 Turn the metallic part upside down and  then 
    mount it again.  
    						
    							290MOTIF  Appendix
    Connecting external SCSI devices
    Appendix
    Connecting external SCSI devices
    This section explains how to connect external devices such as external hard disk drives, MO drives, or CD-ROM drives.
    About SCSI
    SCSI (pronounced “scuzzy”) stands for Small Computer System Interface, and is a data transmission interface 
    standard used by personal computers and other devices.
    Since the MOTIF has a SCSI interface, you can connect and use hard disk drives, MO disk drives, CD-ROM drives, 
    and other SCSI-compatible devices that have a 50-pin SCSI connector. Up to 7 SCSI devices can be connected.
    Most external SCSI devices have two SCSI terminals, allowing a number of devices to be “chained” together. Devices 
    chained together in this way can normally be connected in any order.
    The last device in the chain must be “terminated,” either with a terminator unit plugged into the open SCSI 
    connector, or by turning the devices internal terminator on (if available). The first device in the chain must also be 
    terminated, but in the case of the MOTIF this is accomplished by the terminator inside the MOTIF.
    • Before connecting SCSI devices, be sure to turn off the power of the MOTIF and all connected equipment. If the power is on 
    while connections are being made, the MOTIF or SCSI devices can be damaged.
    • Including the MOTIF, each SCSI device is distinguished by a number from 0 - 7, called the SCSI ID. If two or more devices have 
    the same SCSI ID number, the SCSI devices will not function correctly. When shipped from the factory, the MOTIF is set to SCSI 
    ID 6. Be aware that the SCSI ID number of a device has no relation to its position in the daisy-chain.
    • Dont forget to attach a terminator to the last SCSI device in the daisy-chain.
    • If an external SCSI device is not connected, it is not necessary to attach a terminator to the external SCSI connector of the 
    MOTIF.
    • Use as short a SCSI cable as possible. Using long cables can cause unreliable operation. In general, the total cable length should be 
    less than 6 meters (approximately 18 feet).
    • Use high-quality SCSI cables. Poor-quality cables can cause unreliable operation.
    • Some SCSI devices have only one SCSI connector. If you are using such a device, connect it at the end of the daisy-chain.
    Procedure
    1Use SCSI cables to daisy-chain the external SCSI devices.
    Since there are several different types of SCSI connectors, make sure to select the proper SCSI cables for your 
    particular devices.
    2Connect the power cable of the external SCSI device to an AC outlet.
    3Set the SCSI ID (0 - 7) of the external SCSI device.
    Select a SCSI ID that will not conflict with the other SCSI devices (including the MOTIF). When the MOTIF is 
    shipped from the factory, the SCSI ID is set to 6.
    External SCSI
    device
    MOTIFExternal SCSI
    deviceExternal SCSI
    device
    T
    PLG 2AB
    CD
    E
    FG
    H
    15CATEGORY
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    OCTAV EDOWNUP
    KNOB
    CONTROL
    FUNCTIONPA N
    REVERBCHORUS
    TEMPO
    ATTACK RELEASE CUTOFF
    RESONANCE
    ASSIGN A ASSIGN B ASSIGN 1 ASSIGN 2
    KN 1 KN 2 KN 3 KN 4
    MEQ LOWME Q HI  MID MEQ LO WMID M EQ HIGHREMOTE
    CONTROL
    ON/OFFEFFECT BYPASSARPEGGIOINSERTIONSYSTEM
    ON/OFF
    MASTER
    VOLUMEVOLUME 1 VOLUME 2 VOLUME 3 VOLUME 4
    CS 1 CS 2 CS 3 CS 4
    ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4SEQ TRANSPORTLOCATE
    12REC
    MODEVOICE PERFORM MASTERSEQUENCERSONG
    PATTERNFILEINTEGRATED
    SAMPLINGMIXINGUTILITY
    EDIT
    JOBSTORECOMPARESCENE STORE
    SET LOCATESONG SCENE
    SF 1SF 2SF  3SF  4 SF  5F1 F2 F3 F4 F6F5INFORMATIONDEC/NO INC/ YES
    EXITENTEREXECUTE
    MUSIC
    PRODUCTIONSYNTHESIZERIntegratedSamplingSequencer
    Real-time External Control
    Sur face
    Modular
    Synthesis Plug-in
    SystemDRUM KITSFAVORITESSLOT 1 SLOT 2 SLOT 3PRE 1PRE 2
    PRE  3
    GMUSER PLG 1PLG  3A. PIANOKEYBOARD
    ORGANGUITAR /
    PLUCKEDBASSSTRINGSBRASS
    REED / PIPE
    SYN LEAD SYN PAD/
    CHOIRSYN COMP CHROMATIC
    PERCUSSIONDRUM /
    PERCUSSIONSE
    MUSICAL FX COMBI1
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    SELECT
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    NUMBERCOMMON
    ELEMENT / PERF. PART / ZONE
    T
     T  Indicates the terminator (or a terminator 
    switch turned ON). For devices not marked
    by this symbol, do not attach a terminator 
    (or turn the terminator off).  
    						
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