3 Features.................................................................................................................................................................. 3 GettingStarted......................................................................................................................................................4 ControlSurfaceFunctionsinMIDIMode..................................................................................................5 ConnectionPorts.................................................................................................................................................6 WorkinginaMIDIStudio................................................................................................................................6 Connectingthe MustangGuitartoaPersonalComputer....................................................................6 Connectingto aMIDISound Module..........................................................................................................7 ExternalPedalFunctionality..........................................................................................................................8 PlayModes.............................................................................................................................................................8 StrumMode...........................................................................................................................................................8 Synth Mode............................................................................................................................................................8 UnderstandingtheControls...........................................................................................................................9 ChangeOctave......................................................................................................................................................9 ChangeProgram..................................................................................................................................................9 PanicFunction .....................................................................................................................................................9 Accelerometer...................................................................................................................................................10 DefaultSettings.................................................................................................................................................11 LEDIndicators...................................................................................................................................................12 FAQ .........................................................................................................................................................................13 INTRODUCTION The Rock Band 3 Fender Mustang Pro-Guitar isn’t just video game controller; it is also a genuine musical instrument that can be used in your MIDI Studio or in a live performance. We created this manual to express the Rock Band 3 Fender Mustang Pro-Guitar’s capabilities as a MIDI device. Once you are familiar with the topics covered in this user guide, you should have an understanding of: • . RB3 Mustang Guitar Features and Functions . RB3 Mustang Guitar Interface . MIDI . How to use the RB3 Mustang Guitar in a MIDI Studio . Use as a Software MIDI Controller . Use as a controller for standalone hardware sound modules WHAISMIDI? MIDI is the abbreviated term for Musical Instrument Digital Interface. MIDI is a language that provides a way for digital musical instruments (or other MIDI compatible devices) to communicate with one another. MIDI is not audio; the information contained within MIDI messages is used to trigger sounds from MIDI-compatible sound modules. The Rock Band 3 Fender Mustang Pro-Guitar supports a variety of MIDI functions. When used as a MIDI Controller, it is like a remote control that triggers sounds from external hardware or software devices. When you press a key, MIDI data is sent from the MIDI Output port. The data travels to the other MIDI devices via a 5-PIN MIDI cable. When the data is received by the device, sounds will be triggered and passed to your audio system. FEATURES • . 6 Velocity-Sensitive Strings . 102 Simulated Fret Buttons . TRS Port for connecting Stomp and/or Expression Pedals . Compatible with MIDI software sequencers and synthesizers . Compatible with standalone MIDI sound modules . Battery Powered GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTED Graphic:guitarbatterycompartment The guitar will need batteries to function in MIDI mode. To get started, please follow the steps below: 1. Place 3 AA batteries in the correct position in the battery compartment located on the bottom side of the guitar. 2. Slide the power switch to ON (PlayStat...