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MIDI I/O

  • Inputs = 4x 5-pin DIN, 1x 3.5mm TRS type A (shared with DIN input 1, use one)
  • Outputs = 1x 5-pin DIN, 1x 3.5mm TRS type A (thru)
  • USB = 4 USB MIDI virtual inputs & 1 virtual output

Modes

  • MRCC expander / MIDI interface – each DIN input goes to its own USB MIDI virtual cable; MIDI sent to the USB output plays out the DIN and 3.5mm jacks
  • MIDI merge – the 4 DIN inputs merge to the DIN and TRS outputs; USB only supplies power. Select with the Mode button

Use with MRCC

  • Up to 4 XpandRs on the MRCC’s 4 USB host ports
  • Routed exactly like MRCC USB host virtual ports
  • Maximum USB 2.0 cable length: 5 m (16.5 ft)

Specifications

Inputs & Outputs

  • Inputs are optically isolated
  • Output is traditional 5V MIDI spec for compatibility with vintage gear
  • USB 2.0 type B device port; class compliant, no driver required (PC, Mac, tablets and most USB hosts)

Indicators

  • Dim blue: power, MRCC expander/MIDI interface mode
  • Flashing blue: MIDI output activity
  • Dim red: MIDI merger mode
  • Flashing red: MIDI input activity
  • Clock ticks blink slowly (1 per 24); no blink for SysEx

Physical

  • Dimensions: 4.1 x 3.5 x 1.2 in (10.4 x 8.9 x 3.0 cm)
  • Black anodized brushed aluminum enclosure, unfinished aluminum end caps, 2 color hand silk screened panel

Power & Requirements

  • USB 2.0 powered: 5V DC, 40mA, USB type B. USB power supply not included
  • Firmware updates: Windows PC, macOS, Linux or another device that supports USB mass storage

In the Box

  • MRCC XpandR 4x1
  • USB type A to B cable, 6 ft
  • User Guide

Limited Warranty

  • 1 year limited warranty to the original owner (or the minimum time required by law in your country) from the time you received it
  • Consumables, such as USB cables and accessories: 90 day limited warranty

Specifications are subject to change.

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