Yamaha AW2816 MIDI Setup and Plug-in Page Guide

About this manual

This document details new functionality added in version 1.1 of the Yamaha AW2816, specifically regarding MIDI port selection via the Option slot and the integration with the Mini YGDAI plug-in system.

It provides step-by-step instructions for accessing the MIDI Setup 2 page to select between MIDI OUT/THRU, TO HOST, or OPTION slots. Additionally, it covers the Plug-in page features, allowing users to back up I/O card settings to a memory bank and restore them when scenes are recalled.

What's inside

• MIDI Setup 2
• Option slot selection
• Mini YGDAI plug-in system
• Backing up an I/O card
• Restoring to an I/O card
• MEM.BANK usage

Frequently asked questions

How do you select the port for MIDI transmission and reception?

Press the [MIDI] key > [F2] key to access the MIDI Setup 2 page, then move the cursor to the 'MIDI/HOST/OPTION' switch area and press [ENTER] to cycle through settings.

How do you access the Plug-in page for I/O card parameters?

Press the [PATCH] key > [F4] key to open the Plug-in page, which displays parameters for compatible Mini YGDAI system cards.

How do you manually back up an I/O card's settings?

Access the Plug-in page, hold down the [SHIFT] key and press the [F1] (Backup) key to open a popup window where you can select a MEM.BANK.