Connecting an S80 with a computer or hardware sequencer

There are two types of connection options available when connecting an S80 to a computer (using a software sequencer) or a hardware sequencer.

1) MIDI connections are found on virtually every hardware sequencer, but require an interface when used with a computer.

2) A TO HOST connection interfaces directly with a computer, but requires a special ‘driver’ for PC or ‘OMS’ software setup for Macintosh.

Using MIDI connections:
1) Connect the S80 ‘MIDI OUT’ to the computer interface or sequencer ‘MIDI IN’.
2) Connect the computer interface or sequencer ‘MIDI OUT’ to the S80 ‘MIDI IN’.
3) Set the S80 ‘HOST SELECT’ switch on the rear panel to ‘MIDI’.

Using the ‘TO HOST’ connection with a PC:
1) Use a Yamaha ‘CCIBM’ cable to connect the S80 ‘TO HOST’ connection to a Serial Port of a PC.
NOTE: This cable is available through Yamaha dealers or can be ordered directly from Yamaha Parts Department (888) 892-6242.
2) Set the S80 ‘HOST SELECT’ switch on the rear panel to ‘PC-2’.
3) Install the ‘Yamaha CBX Driver’ into the computer. Click here for ‘Yamaha CBX Driver information and downloads’.
4) Configure the sequencer software to utilize the Yamaha CBX Driver.

Using a ‘TO HOST’ connection with a Macintosh:
1) Use a standard Macintosh Printer/Modem cable to connect the S80 ‘TO HOST’ connection to the Printer/Modem Port of a Macintosh.
NOTE: If the Macintosh is one of the newer models with a ‘USB’ connection instead of a Printer/Modem Port, a USB-MIDI interface such as the Yamaha UX-256 can be used.
2) Set the S80 ‘HOST SELECT’ switch on the rear panel to ‘Mac’.
3) See the sequencing software manual for instructions on installing and setting up ‘OMS’ software with the Printer/Modem Port.

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