DAW / Computer Triggering

This guide outlines the general workflow for using a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) or sequencer to trigger MVP playback using standard MIDI notes.

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1. Physical Connections

A. Control Connection

• Computer → MVP: Use the included USB-C cable to connect your computer to the MVP's HOST Port.

  • Note: The computer provides both power and MIDI data over this single cable.

B. Output Connections

• Video: Connect the HDMI Port to your Projector, Video Wall, or TV.

• Lighting: Connect the Ethernet Port to your ArtNet Node or Network Switch.

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2. Wiring Scenarios

Depending on your production needs, your setup will look like one of the following diagrams:

Scenario A: Video Playback Only

• Signal Chain: Computer → MVP → HDMI Display

Scenario B: Lighting Playback Only

• Signal Chain: Computer → MVP → Ethernet → ArtNet Node → DMX Fixtures

Scenario C: Video + Lighting Playback

• Signal Chain: Computer → MVP → HDMI & Ethernet

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3. Software Specific Guides

Select your software below for detailed routing instructions:

• [Ableton Live Setup]

• [Pro Tools Setup]

• [Logic Pro Setup]

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4. Trigger Behavior

• Start Trigger: The MVP listens for a Note On message to begin playback.

• Note Duration: The length of the MIDI note in your DAW does not affect playback duration. A short pulse triggers the file just as effectively as a long note.

• Stopping Playback: Stopping the DAW transport does not send a stop command to the MVP. To stop playback, you must trigger the assigned Blackout Note (Default: Note 0 / C-2).