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MODES & FUNCTIONS
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■CHANGING THE PATTERN- To temporarily specify a different patter n to hear
how it sounds with the song, press [E] or [F] to position the flashing
cursor over the abbreviation “PTN” (Pattern). Then press [+1] and [-1] to
specify the pattern number.
Any changes made to the pattern or backing in Song Play Mode will only be effective temporarily.
When you press [TOP] to locate the top of the song, or press [FWD] or [BWD] to select a starting
measure, the original patterns and backings for the song will be reinstated. Likewise, if you exit
Pattern Mode, when you return to Pattern Mode or select another song, the original patterns and
backings for the particular song will be reinstated.
■TURNING THE REPEAT FUNCTION ON AND OFF- When the Repeat
function is turned on, the currently selected song will play continuously until
you press [STOP]. Hold [MODE] and press [PAGE-] or [PAGE+] to access the
Repeat function. The word “REPEAT” will appear in the lower left area of the
LCD, along with the current Repeat status—“ON” or “OFF”. Press [+1] to
turn the Repeat function on. Press [-1] to turn it off.
■TURNING THE CHAIN FUNCTION ON AND OFF - The Chain function is handy
for setting up a series of User songs to play one after another. When the
currently selected User song reaches the end, the subsequent User songs
will automatically play—one after the other, in numeric order—until an
empty User song is encountered, or until the last song is finished, or until
you press [STOP]. Hold [MODE] and press [PAGE-] or [PAGE+] to access the
Chain function. The word “CHAIN” will appear in the lower left area of the
LCD, along with the current Chain status—“ON” or “OFF”. Press [+1] to
turn the Chain function on. Press [-1] to turn it off.
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