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Setting Up the SoundDrive 16
External Devices
External Speakers
You can connect 4 or 8 ohm external speakers or headphones to the LPM30.
The speakers and headphones plug into the SPEAKER jack on the back of the
system board (Figure 3-10).
Joystick
Plug the joystick into the 15-pin game port connector (Figure 3-10).
MIDI
If you purchased the optional MIDI interface kit, you will have an additional
cable. This cable plugs into the 15-pin connector and provides MIDI IN and
MIDI OUT connections, in addition to a joystick connection. Connect this
cable to the game port and connect any MIDI devices to the appropriate
cables.
Microphone
You can connect a 300-600 ohm microphone to the LPM30. Plug it into the
MIC jack on the back of the system board (Figure 3-10).
CD-ROM
The LPM30 supports IDE CD-ROM drives and has an MPC Level 2 audio
connector for CD audio.
Line In
You can connect an external mono or stereo audio source to the LPM30, such
as a tape player or radio. Use the appropriate converter cable to interface to
your external equipment.
Line Out
Allows you to connect the output of the SoundDrive 16 audio controller to
your home stereo, VCR, or amplified speakers.
The MIDI Interface
An optional MIDI Kit is available for the LPM30. The kit includes a Sound
Blaster-type MIDI cable and MIDI software. To purchase the kit call your
local dealer or Micronics’ Sales department. See the Technical Help and
Warranty Information card for Orchid telephone numbers.
