Yamaha MIE-3XG Manual
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General Description and Features
The Music In Education Keyboard (MIE-3XG) is designed specifically for use in music education classrooms. The
unique design and functionality of this keyboard is the result of extensive input from classroom music teachers
throughout the United States. Its sophisticated functions and convenient features give both teachers and students a
wide variety of options for classroom participation and musical achievement. The MIE-3XG is the centerpiece for
classroom learning in the Music In Education program.
The MIE-3XG Keyboard is exclusive to the Music In Education program. Only Music In Education software is de-
signed to work with the MIE-3XG Keyboard. However, the MIE-3XG is compatible with the MIDI (Musical Instru-
ment Digital Interface) standard and can be used in any MIDI system, including computer-based music software.
The MIE-3XG features a full five-octave MIDI keyboard with touch response, that functions in four separate modes
— Normal, Split, Ensemble, and Accompaniment (Accompaniment mode includes Single and Fingered operation).
The MIE-3XG also features 695 dynamic XG-compatible voices, plus 15 panel voices and 15 styles. These voices
are specially programmed synthesized sounds and cannot be modified by the user.
As you unpack the MIE-3XG Keyboard you will find additional materials that go with each keyboard.
A music rack fits into slot located on the top edge of the keyboard behind the control panel.
A keyboard split divider fits over the center octave and should be used when you use the split or ensem-
ble function of the MIE-3XG Keyboard.
A dust cover should always be used to protect the keyboards when they are not in use, either overnight,
for the weekend or for longer periods of time. Note that the cover can be used without unplugging the
headphones.
A power adapter provides (packaged separately) power to the MIE-3XG; the plug is on the back of the
keyboard. The power adapter should be used at all times with the MIE-3XG, except as noted in the next
topic “Electrical Power.” Do not substitute any other brand or model!
GM System Level 1
“GM System Level 1” is an addition to the MIDI standard which guarantees that any data conforming to the stan-
dard will play accurately on any GM-compatible tone generator or synthesizer from any manufacturer.
XG
XG is a Yamaha MIDI specification which significantly expands and improves on the GM System Level 1 standard
with greater voice handling capacity, expressive control and effect capability while retaining full compatibility
with GM. By using the MIE-3XG’s XG voices, it is possible to record XG-compatible song files.
Electrical Power
Power is supplied to the MIE-3XG Keyboard through a power adapter (PA- 5D). This power adapter is the only one
that should be used during regular classroom use.
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