Pattern Copy
The RX21 allows you to copy any pattern from one pattern number to another pattern number. This is particularly handy when you want to add more instruments or rhythm lines, or otherwise alter an existing pattern, and still keep the original pattern. You can use this function to copy one of the RX21’s preset patterns, then alter it to create your own personally programmed pattern. You could also use the Copy function to arrange patterns in a predetermined sequence of patterns which will change from one pattern to the next when you press the +1/YES key (see the PATTERN CHANGE DURING PLAYBACK section).
With the RX21 in the select pattern mode, press the STEP WRITE and REAL TIME WRITE buttons simultaneously. The LCD will switch to “COPY t o ”. The cursor will be flashing to the right of the first pair of asterisks, prompting you to enter the number of the pattern you wish to copy. Enter the pattern number, using the numeric keys, and press +1/YES. The cursor will shift to the next pair of asterisks, prompting you to enter the number of the pattern you wish to copy to. Enter this number
You can now copy the pattern by pressing +1/YES. The LCD will show "COPY EXECUTING”, then revert to "SELECT PTN pp".
Prior to copying, you can alter the pattern numbers if you’ve changed your mind. Press
If a pattern is already programmed in the pattern number to which a pattern will be copied, the RX21 will give you a chance to confirm your intention to copy a new pattern into that location by displaying the "REWRITE PTN pp?" message, after you have pressed the +1/YES key. If it’s OK to write over the pattern, press +1/YES to execute the copy. If not, press
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