Hi Stu

> an a-161b which resets to step 8 would be a useful alternative for me.

The most simple way is: use socket 8 as 1, socket 1 as 2 and so on. No
b-version module required.

> p.s. @ dieter: how about a bus connection on the 161 for a second 161 running from the
> same 160

You can diy it: its simply pressing a second connector on the flat
cable. No soldering required.

Florian