The JS-5 can be synchronized to a device that transmits MIDI clock. Use the following procedure to set the JS-5 to external sync:
1. With a MIDI cable, connect the MIDI OUT of the external MIDI device to the MIDI IN of the JS-5.
2. Press UTILITY.
3. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to select the "MIDI SYNC MODE."
4. Turn the VALUE dial to select "MIDI."
Note: The selected song in the JS-5 will play only when receiving a "MIDI Clock" message. The external MIDI device determines the tempo and the JS-5 will follow in "sync" when you start or stop the external unit.
5. Press EXIT to return to Play Mode.
1. With a MIDI cable, connect the MIDI OUT of the external MIDI device to the MIDI IN of the JS-5.
2. Press UTILITY.
3. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to select the "MIDI SYNC MODE."
4. Turn the VALUE dial to select "MIDI."
Note: The selected song in the JS-5 will play only when receiving a "MIDI Clock" message. The external MIDI device determines the tempo and the JS-5 will follow in "sync" when you start or stop the external unit.
5. Press EXIT to return to Play Mode.