Local control is normally set to "ON" when playing the System-8 by itself, but is often set to "OFF" when using the System-8 with a separate sequencer or DAW application. Additionally, the System-8 has a mode called "Surface" that sets the System-8 to function as a control surface for other MIDI devices or a sequencer / DAW. IN the "Surface" mode, the sounds of the System-8 are disabled.
- Press MENU.
- Use the Cursor </> buttons to select “SYSTEM,” and press ENTER.
- Use the Cursor </> buttons to select “SOUND: Local Sw” and use the VALUE knob to change the setting.
- Press the WRITE button to save this setting.
- Press EXIT button several times to return to the top screen.
- OFF: Disconnects the keyboard and front panel controls from the sound source in the System-8
- ON: Connects the keyboard and front panel controls from the sound source in the System-8. This is the 'normal' operating mode of the System-8.
- SURFACE: The System-8 will output MIDI messages to control external MIDI devices only - no sound is output in this mode.