How to use Yamaha P85 as MIDI controller

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Nightwingvyse
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How to use Yamaha P85 as MIDI controller

Post by Nightwingvyse » Mon Sep 06, 2010 11:53 am

I have a Yamaha P85 and use a Fast Track Pro Interface. I have the P85 connected to the interface by midi cable and the interface to the computer by USB. The interface is receiving input from the piano but i can't figure out how to get Live 8 to pick this up. Can anyone help? Thanks.

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Re: How to use Yamaha P85 as MIDI controller

Post by frep45 » Tue Sep 07, 2010 7:51 pm

Nightwingvyse wrote:i can't figure out how to get Live 8 to pick this up.
Check the preferences, under the MIDI tab. Make sure the "Track" switch is turned to "On" for the fast track MIDI In port.

Edit: If you want to use it to do automation, also enable the "Remote" column for the same port.
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