For additional product support, Quick Start Use the included USB cable to connect MPD218’s USB port to an available USB port on your computer (powered on). On your computer, open your digital audio workstation (DAW). Select MPD218 as the controller in the Preferences, Device Setup, or Options of your DAW.
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USB Port: Use a standard USB cable to connect this USB port to your computer. The computer’s USB port provides ample power to MPD218. This connection is also used to send and receive MIDI data to and from your computer.
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Pad 16 (Tap Tempo): Press this pad at the desired rate to enter a new tempo. MPD218 will detect the new tempo after 3 taps. The pad will flash at the current tempo if you hold NR Config and if MPD218 is using its internal clock.
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