
INSTALLATION
9
About MIDI Interfaces
While it is possible to use Reason without an external MIDI controller (by
playing patterns and loops only, or drawing notes and automation in the se-
quencer), this would not allow you to use the program to its full potential.
From now on we assume that you are using a MIDI interface and some kind
of external MIDI controller (typically a MIDI keyboard).
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When installing the MIDI interface and its drivers, follow the instruc-
tions in its documentation carefully.
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While a MIDI interface with a single input is sufficient, you will
benefit from having two or more individual inputs.
This is especially true if you want to manipulate Reason parameters with
external MIDI control devices or use the program in conjunction with an
external, stand-alone sequencer, groove machine or similar.
Macintosh
Reason makes use of OMS (Open Music System), a common protocol for
MIDI communication on the Macintosh. This means that your MIDI interface
must support OMS, and you need to have OMS installed on your computer.
If OMS isn’t already installed, you need to do this before using Reason. This
may also be necessary if you have an older version of OMS installed (please
check the MIDI interface documentation for any special restrictions regarding
OMS versions). Proceed as follows:
1. Insert the Reason program disc into your CD-ROM drive.
2. Locate and double click the file “Install OMS” on the program disc.
3. Follow the instructions on screen.
4. Use the OMS Setup application to set up your MIDI interface.
This is necessary to inform the system about the existence, connections
and settings of the MIDI interface. Usually, how to do this is described in
the MIDI interface documentation - if not, check the OMS documentation
for the general procedure.
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OMS includes a special feature called IAC (Inter Application Com-
munication) that allows you to route MIDI between programs on
your computer. If you want to install this feature you must choose
the custom installation feature in the OMS installer and specifically
specify that you want IAC installed.
Windows
Under Windows no special installation procedure is required, just install the
MIDI interface and its drivers as described in the documentation that came
with the hardware.
MIDI Connections
Connect a MIDI cable from the MIDI Out on your MIDI keyboard (or other
MIDI controller) to a MIDI In on your MIDI interface. This is sufficient to be
able to play and record notes and controllers in Reason from the MIDI key-
board. If you have a MIDI interface with more than one input, it is possible to
make more advanced MIDI connections - this is described in the electronic
documentation.
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