# Hardware Connections & Specs

All connection ports are located on the rear panel of the device.

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#### 1. Power (USB-C & Barrel Jack)

The MVP is designed to be USB bus-powered via the HOST port when connected to a computer.

* 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.
* RTP-MIDI: Allows control of the MVP over a local network (Network MIDI).

#### 4. HDMI Output

Supports video displays up to 4K resolution. Connect this directly to your projector, video wall processor, or monitor.

#### 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 User Interface. Once connected, open a browser and navigate to `http://mvp.local`.

#### 6. USB-A Ports

Connect external peripherals to control the MVP:

* USB MIDI Controllers: All Class-compliant MIDI devices.
* USB Keyboards: Trigger video and lighting cues via keystrokes.

#### 7. Audio In (LTC)

Accepts a Linear Timecode (LTC) audio signal for triggering video and lighting playback to an external timecode source.

#### 8. Storage Space: 100GB

Enough space for more then 10 hours of high quality 4K video or 27 hours of 1080p.


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