I tried to install Raspberry Pi OS on a Zynthian V4, but the screen is not recognized

Using Zynthian
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I understand the confusion. Yes, I want to install a bare version of Raspberry Pi OS Bookworm on my Zynthian V4 (an older version).

I don’t have another Raspberry Pi on hand, and I don’t have an external monitor.

What I want to do:
Create a very small MPC-style sequencer.

  • Have a desktop view

  • Install VMPC2000XL (MPC 2000XL emulator)

  • Use the Zynthian’s screen, audio outputs, and MIDI In/Out (if possible)

I’ve always loved the MPC workflow, and I’ve never found anything better elsewhere.
I’ve used many sequencers (Ableton, ZynSeq, etc.).
ZynSeq doesn’t match what I want: I need very high-density MIDI recording (black MIDI), a “track MUTE MIDI” function (an MPC feature), and ZynSeq is too unstable, especially for MIDI clock.

So yes, I would like to know if it’s possible to install the latest version of Raspberry Pi OS, use the Zynthian V4 screen, and even better, if I can use its MIDI ports.
Perhaps, I have to install an older version of Raspberry, I just want to know if it’s possible.

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