WMD Metron, User Manual

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5.3 RANDOM MODE
Random Mode gives the user access to Metron’s probability engine, as well as
Metron’s random pattern generation feature. These features are powered by
a true analog random generator. Metron has the ability to assign a probability
percentage to any step of the 16 tracks regardless of the step data contained.
This is the percentage probability that the data on the step will play. Metron
extends this core feature by adding an alternate event that takes place when
the main event doesn’t, as well as the ability to apply group probability to a
group of steps so they either all happen or don’t.
5.3.1 Random Pattern
Generate random patterns at the Track or Variation level by holding [RANDOM]
and pressing the corresponding [TRACK SELECT] or [VARIATION] button.
5.3.2 Probability
Enter Random Mode by pressing [RANDOM]. The Random Mode display is
similar to the Burst and Gate Mode displays. The STEP DISPLAY shows the
displayed probability. Turning ENCODER 1 changes the displayed probability.
The MATRIX shows steps with no probability setting as dimly lit. Steps that are
flashing have the probability setting shown on the step display. Steps that are
bright but not blinking have probability set to a different value than the one
shown on the display. Press a [MATRIX] button to set the step to the probability
shown on the display. Pressing it a second time will remove the probability data
while preserving the pattern data.
5.3.3 Group Probability
The final amounts listed on the STEP DISPLAY are the letters A,B,C, and D
followed by a number, E.G. “A.25”. These represent Group Probability. All steps
set to the same letter share a “coin toss.” The probability “coin toss” takes
place at the beginning of the variation. Change a group’s probability setting
by pressing [ENCODER 1]. A group can also use another group to define its
probability setting; E.G. steps set to A.B will only play if group B fails to play.
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