Korg TMR-50 Tuner Metronome Recorder User Manual

Introducció

The Korg TMR-50 is a versatile device designed to assist musicians in improving their pitch and rhythm. It integrates a tuner, metronome, and recorder into a single compact unit. These three functions can be used independently or simultaneously, offering comprehensive support for practice and performance. The TMR-50 also features high-quality linear PCM recording, allowing up to 100 tracks to be stored, and a USB port for easy data transfer to a computer. With its built-in microphone, speaker, and various rhythm variations, the TMR-50 is an essential tool for any musician.

Precaucions de seguretat

• Do not expose the unit to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, high humidity, or dusty environments.
• Eviteu deixar caure la unitat ni sotmetre-la a impactes forts.
• No intenteu desmuntar ni modificar la unitat. Encarregueu tot el manteniment a personal qualificat.
• Use only the specified battery type (AAA) and ensure correct polarity during installation.
• Traieu les piles si no heu d'utilitzar la unitat durant un període prolongat per evitar fuites.
• Keep the unit away from sources of strong electromagnetic interference.

Contingut del paquet

Si us plau, assegureu-vos que tots els elements següents estiguin presents al vostre paquet:

• Korg TMR-50 Tuner Metronome Recorder unit
• 2 x AAA batteries (for initial use)
• Manual d'usuari (aquest document)

Noms i funcions de les parts

Figura 1: El panell frontal a sobreview of the Korg TMR-50, showing all controls and the display.

Controls del sintonitzador

• TUNER ON Button: Activates or deactivates the tuner function.
• CALIB Button: Adjusts the calibration frequency (standard is 440Hz, often adjustable to 442Hz as shown).
• NOTE Buttons (Up/Down Arrows): Selects the target note for tuning.
• Botó SO: Activates the Sound Out function, which outputs a reference tone from the internal speaker.
• SOUND BACK Button: Engages the Sound Back function, allowing the unit to detect the input pitch and output the closest correct pitch for comparison.

Controls del metrònom

• METRONOME ON Button: Activates or deactivates the metronome function.
• VOL (Volume) Slider: Adjusts the output volume of the metronome and other audio.
• BEAT Buttons (Up/Down Arrows): Adjusts the number of beats per measure.
• TEMPO Buttons (Up/Down Arrows): Adjusts the metronome tempo in beats per minute (BPM).
• Botó TAP TEMPO: Allows you to set the tempo by tapping the button in time with the desired beat.

Recorder Controls

• RECORDER ON Button: Activates the recorder function.
• REC Button (Red Dot): Initiates recording when the recorder is active.
• Botó D'acord: Confirma seleccions o accions.
• Rewind/Fast Forward Buttons (Double Arrows): Navigates through recorded tracks or within a track.
• Play/Pause Button (Triangle/Two Vertical Bars): Starts or pauses playback of a recorded track.
• Stop Button (Square): Atura la reproducció o la gravació.
• A<->B Button: Sets a loop playback region within a recorded track.
• Botó DELETE: Deletes selected recorded tracks.
• Botó START/STOP: A general control for starting and stopping various functions, including recording and metronome.

Pantalla i indicadors

• Pantalla LCD: Shows tuning information (note, cent deviation, calibration), metronome tempo and beat, and recorder track number and status.
• Flat (b) / Sharp (#) Indicators: Lights up to indicate if the detected pitch is flat or sharp.
• Llum indicadora verda: Illuminates when the detected pitch is in tune.

Input/Output and Other Features

• MIC (Micròfon): Built-in microphone for recording and tuning.
• PHONES (Headphone Jack): Output for connecting headphones.
• Jack d'ENTRADA: Input for connecting an external microphone or instrument pickup.
• Port USB: For connecting to a computer to transfer recorded data.
• Ponent: Built-in speaker for metronome clicks, reference tones, and playback.

Configuració

Instal·lació de la bateria

1. Obriu la tapa del compartiment de la bateria a la part posterior de la unitat.
2. Introduïu dues (2) piles AAA, assegurant-vos de la polaritat correcta (+/-) tal com s'indica a l'interior del compartiment.
3. Tanqueu bé la tapa del compartiment de la bateria.

Encès/Apagat

• Per encendre, premeu i manteniu premut TUNER ON or METRONOME ON botó durant aproximadament un segon.
• Per apagar-lo, manteniu premut el botó TUNER ON or METRONOME ON button again for approximately one second. The unit will also automatically power off after a period of inactivity to conserve battery life.

Operating the Tuner

1. Premeu el botó TUNER ON button to activate the tuner. The display will show tuning information.
2. Adjust the calibration frequency using the CALIB button if needed. The default is typically 440Hz, but can be set to 442Hz or other values.
3. Play a single note on your instrument. The TMR-50 will detect the pitch via its built-in microphone or an external input.
4. Observe the display:
   • Es mostrarà el nom de la nota.
   • The meter indicates pitch deviation. Adjust your instrument until the meter is centered and the green indicator light illuminates.
   • The 'b' (flat) or '#' (sharp) indicators will light up if the pitch is significantly off.
5. Utilitza el SO button to output a reference pitch for ear training.
6. Involucrar el SOUND BACK function to hear the closest correct pitch while you play, aiding in intonation practice.

Operating the Metronome

1. Premeu el botó METRONOME ON botó per activar el metrònom.
2. Ajusta el tempo utilitzant la TEMPO Up/Down arrow buttons. The tempo range is typically from 30 to 252 BPM.
3. Set the desired beat pattern using the BEAT Up/Down arrow buttons. This controls the number of beats per measure and rhythm variations.
4. Alternativament, utilitzeu el TAP TEMPO button to set the tempo by tapping it at your desired speed.
5. Premeu el botó INICI/PARA button to begin or end the metronome click.
6. Adjust the metronome volume using the VOL control lliscant.

Funcionament de la gravadora

1. Premeu el botó RECORDER ON button to enable the recording function.
2. Per començar a gravar, premeu el botó REC button (red dot). The display will show "REC" and the track number.
3. Play your instrument or sing into the built-in microphone.
4. Per aturar la gravació, premeu el botó STOP botó.
5. To play back a recorded track:
   • Use the Rewind/Fast Forward buttons to select the desired track.
   • Premeu el botó Reproduir/Pausa per iniciar la reproducció.
   • Premeu el botó STOP botó per finalitzar la reproducció.
6. To use the Loop Play function:
   • Durant la reproducció, premeu A<->B button at the desired start point (A).
   • Premeu el botó A<->B button again at the desired end point (B). The section between A and B will loop continuously.
   • Premeu A<->B a third time to cancel the loop.
7. To delete a track:
   • Select the track you wish to delete using the Rewind/Fast Forward buttons.
   • Premeu el botó ELIMINAR botó.
   • Confirm the deletion if prompted (usually by pressing OK).

Connexió a un ordinador

The TMR-50 features a USB port for transferring recorded audio files to your computer. Connect the unit to your computer using a standard USB cable (not included). The device should appear as a removable storage device, allowing you to copy files. Refer to your computer's operating system instructions for managing external storage devices.

Manteniment

• Netegeu la unitat amb un drap suau i sec. No utilitzeu productes de neteja abrasius ni dissolvents.
• If the unit will not be used for an extended period, remove the batteries to prevent leakage and corrosion.
• Guardeu la unitat en un lloc fresc i sec, allunyat de la llum solar directa.

Resolució de problemes

Especificacions

Garantia i Suport

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Korg website. Keep your proof of purchase for warranty claims. Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself, as this may void your warranty.

Korg oficial Weblloc: www.korg.com