For the complete documentation index, see llms.txt. This page is also available as Markdown.
Hardware Connections & Specs
Connection Ports
All connection ports are located on the rear panel of the device.
1. Power - Barrel Jack (optional)
Optional Power Supply: If you are using the MVP without a computer (standalone), or if your computer's USB ports are underpowered, use the included DC power adapter.
2. MIDI Input (5-Pin DIN)
Standard 5-pin MIDI input for connecting MIDI controllers, pedalboards, or any other MIDI equipment directly to the MVP.
3. Ethernet Port
A gigabit connection used for lighting and network control:
Art-Net: Outputs lighting data to Art-Net nodes. Up to 16 universes (8,192 channels).
RTP-MIDI: Allows control of the MVP over a local network (Network MIDI).
UI Access: Access the MVP interface from any device on the same network.
4. HDMI Output
Supports video displays up to 4K resolution. Connect this directly to your monitor, projector, or video wall processor.
The output resolution and refresh rate, and the on-screen position and size of the video, are configurable, per display — the MVP fingerprints each display by EDID and reapplies your saved settings automatically on reconnection. See Display Settings and Display Calibration.
5. HOST Port (USB-C)
This is the primary connection for computer-based setups. A single USB-C cable handles three functions simultaneously:
Power: Powers the MVP via USB bus power.
MIDI: The MVP appears as a class-compliant MIDI device on your computer (no drivers required).
UI Access: Provides access to the MVP web interface. Once connected, open a browser and navigate to http://mvp.local.
6. USB-A Ports (x2)
Connect external peripherals to control the MVP:
USB MIDI Controllers: Any class-compliant MIDI device (Akai APC Mini, Launchpad, drum pads, etc.).
3.5mm (1/8") audio input. Accepts a Linear Timecode (LTC) audio signal for synchronizing video and lighting playback to an external timecode source. See LTC Setup.
8. Storage: 100GB
Enough space for more than 10 hours of high-quality 4K video or 27 hours of 1080p content.
Device Status Indicators
Your MVP has two front-panel indicators that give you at-a-glance feedback:
Status Display -- A color display that shows all connection info, trigger activity during performance, and a live timecode clock during timecode playback. It switches views automatically.
Status LED -- A dual-color LED (blue/red) that indicates the current operating mode and flashes on triggers.
For full details on what each display view shows and all LED behaviors, see System Settings.
