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Yamaha rm1x saving problem

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Yamaha rm1x saving problem

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Hi my yamaha rm1x doesnt save instruments when i save a song and turn it off :/ its ok when i save and switch to another song then back to the one i saved but as soon as its turned off it looses all instruments in the song and i have to re-enter all the instruments for the song. All the pattern data is still there just not the instruments and its really annoying.
Is this a general problem with them or is it just mine?
Anyone know how to fix this?

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Re: Yamaha rm1x saving problem

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HI James - and welcome to the forums . . .

Have you seen any error messages in the display at power-on?

According to the manual, a system diagnostic runs at each power-on

It could be the internal battery need replacing - usually indicated by an <internal battery low> message . . .

That said, they are supposed to last around five years - but can be longer in certain devices . .

If the battery IS on the verge - then behaviour can be unpredictable - as battery power is used to retain the memory when mains is removed - perhaps this explains why it seems ok when connected to the mains.

It is a common experience in the forum that older kit has almost never had the battery replaced and in most cases will benefit from doing so.

If you are moderately proficient with a soldering iron, it can be done fairly easily. Often the most difficult part is working out how to open it up.

Perhaps you have a tech-savvy friend who could help or do it for you. Otherwise, any competant electronics repair shop should be able to do it for you - or of course Yamaha :)

Let us know how you get on.

The battery type is stamped on the battery - its often a 2032 3v lithium coin cell - but DO CHECK . . .
If you are doing a direct replacement (which is what Yamaha would do) you'll need a battery with "legs" already attached. These are generally freely available at electronic component stores.

Some users like to fit a socket (which has legs) in its place - and then use a standard 2032 coin cell for easier future replacement.

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