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Basic Operation of the Fantom-Xa

The Fantom-Xa has two sound generating modes: Patch mode,
Performance mode. You can select the sound generating mode
(state) that is most appropriate for how you are playing the Fantom-
Xa.
Use the following procedure to switch between these modes.
In this mode you can use the keyboard and pads to play individual
sounds (patches/rhythm sets).
The keyboard and pads each have their own sound generator and
part, and are connected on a single MIDI channel.

To select Patch mode

1.

Press [PATCH/RHYTHM].

fig.PatchPlay

This mode allows you to combine multiple sounds (patches or
rhythm sets).

LAYER/SPLIT screen

Use this screen when you want to play two or more sounds
(patches/rhythm sets) together.
You can play patches together (Layer) or divide the keyboard into
two regions and play different patches in each region (Split).

MIXER screen

Use this screen when you want to mix the sounds by adjusting the
level and pan for each of the 16 parts.

The LAYER screen and MIXER screen provide different views
of the same performance. For example, you’ll want to use the
LAYER/SPLIT screen when you’re setting up a keyboard split,
or use the MIXER screen when you’re adjusting the effect
settings or volume balance of the patches for each part.

To select the LAYER screen

1.

Press [LAYER/SPLIT].

fig.PfmLayer

To select the MIXER screen

1.

Press [MIXER].

fig.PfmMixer

The six [F1]–[F6] buttons (function buttons) located below the
display execute various functions, and their operation will differ
depending on the screen. Functions will be listed in the bottom of the
screen.

fig.FButtons

Switching the Sound

Generator Mode

Patch Mode

Performance Mode

About the Function Buttons

Window
The somewhat smaller screens that appear temporarily on top
of the normal screens are called windows. Various types of
windows appears according to the situation. Some display lists,
others allow you to make settings, and still others ask you to
confirm an operation.
fig.Tempo
Press [EXIT] to close the window. Some windows will close
automatically when an operation is performed.
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