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Expansion Jack A & B
Your controller comes prepared to integrate expansion models and other peripherals that will be developed. The
expansion modules come with instructions indicating the proper wiring configuration. The expansion system was
designed so that you will be able to daisy chain from one device to another, allowing up to 50 devices to be connected to
each other at one time. Clearly this is overkill, but it’s the Liquid way.
When connecting multiple LF+ controllers together, please use a standard CAT-5 (Ethernet) cable from one unit to the
next. The signals are NOT compatible with any other manufacturers equipment and should not be used in conjunction
with other equipment unless specifically stated by FAMC. These connectors are not compatible with the LF PRO series
of controllers. This new interface developed by FAMC will support all Liquid products from this point forward.
For more detailed information, please see the “Master / Slave” configurations (Working with Expanders)
MIDI IN
The MIDI IN connector should be connected to any device that will be used to control the Liquid Foot. This maybe your
computer, a midi foot controller, or perhaps another Liquid Foot (See Master / Slave section). The Liquid Foot+ will
respond to any valid Sysex messages, any valid master/slave processing and standard midi commands sent to its
assigned midi channel (see global menu section).
Do not use the MIDI cable system for interconnection between multiple LF+ controllers. See the Expansion Jack A & B
section for further information.
MIDI OUT (MIDI IN and Power)
The Midi Out port normally functions as only a midi out connector. Usually data transmitted from this interface will be
from the Liquid Foot itself. In the global menu, you can turn the MIDI THRU ON. When ON, data from the MIDI IN port
will repeat on the MIDI OUT port.
The MIDI OUT connector is designed to be used as a 5 pin, or as a 7 pin interface. It carries standard MIDI OUT, with the
inclusion of MIDI-IN, and Phantom Power (from pins 6/7). DO NOT attempt to power external devices from this
interface. If using phantom power, you must deliver at least 9-12V AC/DC, 800ma per LF+ connected.
When using this port for MIDI-IN data, DO NOT connect another midi device cable to the MIDI IN of the LF as the system
will not process both channels simultaneously.