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MIDI Operation
Using programmable controllers
When you patch a MIDI controller to an LXP-5 parameter, you don't need to
worry about which controller code is sent by the particular controller. When
you move the controller during patch assignment, the LXP-5 examines the
incoming data, and automatically sets itself to match the controller you are
moving.
Some MIDI units allow you to assign any controller code you like to their
footpedals, footswitches, and other programmable switches and sliders.
From the LXP-5's point of view, it doesn't matter what controller code you
assign — it responds correctly to anything you send it. However, if there are
other devices in your system on the same MIDI channel, you should
assign a controller number that is not used on the other devices.
Creating Patches using MIDI SysEx
Patches can also be created using LXP-5 MIDI System Exclusive data. This
is perhaps the most complicated but also the most flexible way of creating
patches to control the LXP-5.
A device that is programmed to transmit LXP-5 SysEx data is needed, such
as the Lexicon MRC MIDI Remote Controller (with Rev. 3.0 or higher
software). The MRC allows you to edit up to eight parameters for each
program giving you much greater creative potential. Programs can be stored
in the MRC, making it a powerful control center for systems that include one
or more LXP-1s and/or LXP-5s. Many of these functions may also be
available in software packages for popular personal computer systems. See
your Lexicon dealer for details.
Chapter 4 provides the information necessary for programming LXP-5 MIDI
SysEx data.