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Data entry controls Parameters to be changed are usually selected via soft buttons on the LCD,
' but once selected you will often need to enter a particular parameter value ("data"). The DPM offers
several methods of data entry which accomplish the same function, but in different ways.
Enter
Use this button to confirm or accept changes to parameter values.
Exit Use this button to abort a function.
Data slider Use to scan through a wide range of values with a single motion.
Data wheel (DPM 4 This is often the fastest way to change values. Spin it to cover a wide range of
values, then rotate it more slowly to zero in on a particular value.
When we talk about "selecting" a parameter value while programming, it means that you can use any
of the data entry devices. A parameter is available for editing if it is flashing or if it is preceded by a
flashing = or * symbol.
Important: If you ever want to bail out of an editing operation, hit any button other than a "soft" button.
Other front-panel controls and features are:
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Volume control
This controls the master volume level for the entire instrument. Individual
programs can also have their own individually programmed volumes, controlled proportionately by
this master control.
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Memory cartridge slot (DPM 4) This is located toward the rear of the front panel. Peavey and
other manufacturers offer alternate programs for the DPM, stored in cartridges. Blank cartridges, such
as the Peavey Cache Card (part #0071023), are available for saving your own programs to cartridge.
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Modulation wheels
The left Pitch wheel is dedicated to controlling pitch bend. The right
Modulation wheel can be assigned to any of several parameters, such as volume, vibrato depth, timbre,
etc..
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Disk drive Located just above the wheels, this is the DPM's main data storage and retrieval device.
It allows for storing and loading programs, sequences, samples, signal processor settings, MIDI system
exclusive data, etc.
1.3
QUICK PARAMETER SETUP
1.3a
Auditioning Programs
Now that all the connections are made and you know how the front-panel controls work, let's hear
what the DPM can do.
1. Set up the DPM.
2. Press one of the Prog Select buttons G.e., PROG 0/5). A display appears showing the various patches
in that Bank (the following is a typical display; your unit might have different programs).
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