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This Owner’s Manual introduces the MDF3’s functions in an order close to that in
which you are most likely to be using them. As you read through the manual, you
will soon learn how the MDF3 works; and you will find, in addition, a number of
hints on how you can put its features to use.
Nearly every operation in this manual is described as a series of simple steps, often
including diagrams that make the procedure easy to follow. Supplementary infor-
mation about the operation will be preceded by the words ”Note”, “Hint”, or ”Cau-
tion”. Hints and notes serve as clues to details about the operation that you will not
want to overlook.
This manual is accompanied by the following supplementary
documentation:
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MIDI Implementation Chart
This chart summarizes the MDF3’s MIDI capabilities, and
helps you to determine whether the MDF3 is compatible
with the other equipment you are using.
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MIDI Data Format
Advanced MIDI users who do their own programming will
want to refer to this document for a detailed description of
the MIDI Data Formats used by the MDF3.
For further information regarding the operation of the MDF3,
you can refer to the following sections:
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MDF3 Mode Overview (page 20)
This map summarizes the MDF3’s major functions, and
serves as a convenient guide to common operations.
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What Error Messages Tell You (page 63)
If an error message appears in the LCD while you are using
the MDF3, refer to this appendix for an explanation of the
problem and advice on how to solve it.
