Optimus 42-4031, 410 owner manual Using Auto Accompaniment, Using Sync, Using Fill

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5.Play the keyboard to hear the selected preset voice along with the rhythm.

6.Adjust VOLUME to the desired level.

7.To stop the rhythm, press START/ STOP again.

8.To select a different rhythm, press RHYTHM and repeat Step 2.

Using SYNC

The Concertmate 410’s SYNC feature lets you synchronize the start of an auto-rhythm with the beginning of your music.

After you press RHYTHM and enter an auto-rhythm, press SYNC so the TEM- PO indicator flashes, then begin play- ing the keyboard. The rhythm automatically starts to play when you press any key.

To stop the rhythm, press START/ STOP.

rhythm is selected), then the original rhythm automatically resumes at the end of the variation.

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Note: To insert the variation for longer than 1 to 2 measures, press and hold FILL IN. The Concertmate 410 plays the variation until you release the but- ton.

USING AUTO

ACCOMPANIMENT

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Using FILL IN

The FILL IN feature lets you insert a short (1- to 2-measure) variation in the beat pattern of a selected auto-rhythm.

To insert a short variation in a beat pat- tern, press and release FILL IN while the auto-rhythm is playing. The Con- certmate 410 inserts a 1- to 2-measure variation (depending on which auto-

The 14 keys on the left side of the key- board with note labels above them are called accompaniment keys.

Auto accompaniment lets you play chords on the accompaniment keys using chord formations of one to three notes.

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