Lexicon PCM 81 - REV, User Manual

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Basic Operation
Info The PCM 81 offers an extensive set of informative display messages which can
be activated from the front panel.
The front panel switches perform various functions when pressed. Most of these
functions are activated on release of the button. If you want to know more about
the function of a particular button (without actually executing any action) press
and hold the button down. While you are holding down the button, an explanatory
message will appear on the display. The activation of an Info message overrides
the normal function of the button, so that no action is taken on release.
Displays the current function
assigned to the Up button and
the ADJUST knob.
Displays the current function
assigned to the Down button
and the SELECT knob.
Displays the currently loaded
effect name,bank, and matrix
location.
Displays the type of system
bypass currently selected,
and the current status (on
or off).
Info messages are displayed when a button is pressed and
held down. Generally, Info messages inform you of the
function of a button, or provide current status information.
Displays action needed to
perform a store operation or
Memory Protect message when
store function is disabled.
Inactive until an effect has been
altered, then displays "Press to
hear stored effect"
Displays the current tempo and the
clock source (MIDI or Internal).