USB module questions

Design Concepts
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hello - I am about to start on another exciting midibox venture - and I think I would like to use the USB implementation on this one.

Here is my dream: Midibox64 design, powered by USB that will be a dedicated control surface for Ableton Live/DAW mixing - with external power and midi (switched)

so, here are my questions:

1 - is that possible?

2 - will the USB allow me to pass midi on to the core and back under OSX?

3 - will I need to burn an eprom? If so - how do I go about doing that (I can use a PC if need be)

thanks!

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1 - is that possible?

Yes, but one USB port can only deliver 500mA (maximum - most laptops only deliver 100mA!). Keep that im mind. So, don’t tihnk about a LCD with backlight…

2 - will the USB allow me to pass midi on to the core and back under OSX?

I think the MB USBModule is supported under OSX. Should be OK.

3 - will I need to burn an eprom? If so - how do I go about doing that (I can use a PC if need be)

Why do you think, you will have to programm a EPROM? The MB USB module uses a EEPROM similar to the bankstick module which is programmed via the AN2131SC (which is programmed via USB). No special equipment needed.

Raphael

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thank you for taking a moment to asnwer those! Looks like I am good to go - I will see if I can find the output amperage of my USB on my ibook for an LCD - but becklighting is not essential.