Configuring mLAN on the Host Computer
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Connecting the KSP8 to other mLAN Devices
An mLAN-equipped KSP8 will usually be connected via FireWire to a host computer and any other
mLAN devices on an mLAN bus. An mLAN bus consists of a group of devices connected by FireWire
cables and communicating with the mLAN protocol.
You will connect the KSP8 to another mLAN device (such as the host computer) by inserting one end of a
standard 6-pin FireWire cable (not provided with option) into one of the FireWire ports on the back panel
of the installed I/O option, and inserting the other end of the FireWire cable into a FireWire port on the
host computer or other device. Although communication is possible between mLAN devices that are not
attached to a host computer, all mLAN devices must
fi
rst be initialized by the host computer. Therefore,
the
fi
rst time you use your KSP8 mLAN option will be to communicate with the host computer.
When the host computer initializes the mLAN devices on the bus it provides each with a unique ID
number. After they have been initialized, these devices will be able to communicate with each other
without being attached to the host computer.
Configuring mLAN on the Host Computer
Once you’ve physically installed the mLAN option board in your KSP8, you will need to install and
con
fi
gure mLAN software on the host computer before connecting it to the KSP8.
The latest mLAN host software is provided on a disc included with your mLAN option. mLAN is an
emerging standard, however, so we suggest that you check with equipment manufacturers for the most
up-to-date software and information on system requirements. We also recommend that you check the
www.kurzweilmusicsystems.com website, as well as other online resources for the current status of
mLAN products.
System Requirements for Apple Macintosh Computers
OS 9.x
FireWire (IEEE 1394) Port
FireWire software must be version 2.8.5 or higher.
Recommended
800 MHz or faster G4 processor
256 MB or more RAM
System Requirements for Windows-Based Computers
Note: This software is currently in beta release and is not provided with the mLAN option.
Windows XP only
ASIO driver (available online)