Korg Musical Instrument GT 120 User Manual

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6. Play a single note on your instrument, and tune it so that the needle  
of the meter is at the 0 position (center) and both indicators of the  
tuning guide are lit.  
Pa rts of the GT-120  
Adjusting the zero point of the meter needle  
Thank you for purchasing  
the Korg G T-120 gu itar/  
bass chromatic tuner. Be-  
fore you use the GT-120,  
please read this ow ner's  
manual carefully, and use  
the G T-120 as d irected .  
Keep this manual for fu-  
ture reference.  
If the GT–120 is jarred while being transported etc., or due to normal ag-  
ing after extended use, the VU style meter may drift away from the 0  
position (center). Please re-adjust the VU style meter to the 0 position so  
that tuning will be accurate.  
While tuning, do not allow extraneous sounds to enter the mic.  
LCD display  
Meter  
AUTO  
: Meter mode (Auto)  
MANUAL : Meter mode (manual)  
SOUND : Sound mode (manual)  
Note name  
1. While holding down the [AUTO/MANUAL] switch, turn the power  
switch ON, and check whether the meter needle indicates the 0 posi-  
tion.  
(C, C , D, E, E, F,  
Tuning guide  
F , G, G , A, B, B)  
String number  
(not displayed  
for CHROMATIC)  
Built-in mic  
[NOTE] switch  
[CALIB] switch  
Owner' s Ma nua l  
[AUTO/MANUAL] switch  
[SOUND] switch  
Flat tuning  
2. If it does not indicate the 0 position, refer to the diagram in the above  
section "Replacing the batteries, and the memory function," open the  
battery cover, and use a small Philips (+) screwdriver (such as a  
jeweler's screwdriver) to rotate the adjustment control so that the  
needle indicates 0.  
[FLAT] switch  
Reference pitch  
(calibration)  
Power switch(STANDBY/ON/  
)
Octave  
[TUNING TYPE] dial  
OUTPUT jack  
(displayed only  
for CHROMATIC)  
Remaining  
battery power  
DC IN jack  
(connect to AC adapter)  
Precautions  
INPUT jack  
3. After making the adjustment (or if the meter needle indicated 0 in  
step 1), press any one of the switches to return to normal operation,  
and close the battery cover.  
Location  
Using the unit in the following locations can result in a malfunction.  
• In direct sunlight  
• Locations of extreme temperature or humidity  
• Excessively dusty or dirty locations  
• Locations of excessive vibration  
Tuning is correct when the needle indicates the 0 position  
(center) and both tuning guide indicators are lit.  
Tuning procedure  
Specifica tions  
The GT-120 has two tuning modes: Meter mode (auto/ manual) in which  
you tune while watching a meter, and Sound mode (manual) in which  
you tune to an audible reference tone.  
Power supply  
Sound mode  
1. Make the settings described in steps 1–4 of "Meter mode."  
Scale  
: 12 note equal temperament  
: A0–C8  
Please connect the designated AC adaptor to an AC outlet of the correct voltage. Do  
not connect it to an AC outlet of voltage other than that for which your unit is in-  
tended.  
Range  
Reference tone  
Tuning modes  
: C2–C7 (5 octaves)  
2. Press the [SOUND] switch to enter Sound mode (manual).  
Meter mode  
: Meter (auto/ manual)  
Sound (manual)  
Interference with other electrical devices  
3. Press the [NOTE] switch until the note to which you wish to tune  
appears in the LCD display.  
1. If you are using an instrument with a pickup (such as an electric gui-  
tar) or a mic, connect the instrument or mic to the INPUT jack of the  
GT-120.  
(If you connect the GT-120's OUTPUT jack to your amp etc., the sound  
will be output thru the tuner. During your performance however, you  
may want to turn the GT-120 power switch STANDBY to avoid noise.)  
This product contains a microcomputer. Radios and televisions placed nearby may  
experience reception interference. Operate this unit at a suitable distance from ra-  
dios and televisions.  
Flat tuning  
: 1–4 semitones (semitone steps)  
: A4=438–445 Hz (1 Hz steps)  
: +/ -1 cent  
4. Listen to the pitch sounded by the GT-120, and tune your instrument  
accordingly.  
Calibration range  
Detection accuracy  
Sound accuracy  
Tuning guide range  
Handling  
To return to Meter mode, press the [AUTO/MANUAL] switch.  
: +/ -1.5 cents  
To avoid breakage, do not apply excessive force to the switches or controls.  
: Auto (chromatic)  
-50 cents– -3 cents  
-3 cents– +3 cents  
+3 cents– +50 cents  
Flat tuning  
Care  
If a plug is inserted into the INPUT jack or OUTPUT jack, the built-in mic  
cannot be used. Both jacks are mono. They cannot be used with stereo plugs.  
If you wish to tune your instrument using the built-in mic, do not con-  
nect a plug to the INPUT jack or OUTPUT jack. In steps 5 and 6, place  
your instrument as close as possible to the built-in mic.  
: ꢁ  
When the [TUNING TYPE] dial is set to GUITAR or BASS, you can use  
Meter mode or Sound mode to tune to a pitch that is lowered by 1–4  
semitones ( ꢁ ꢁ ꢁ ꢁ ) for the specified note.  
If the exterior becomes dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use liquid clean-  
ers such as benzene or thinner, or cleaning compounds or flammable polishes.  
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Keep this manual  
After reading this manual, please keep it for later reference.  
Manual  
1. As described in "Meter mode" or "Sound mode," make the note you  
wish to flatten by 1–4 semitones appear in the LCD display.  
: ꢁ  
-500 cents– -3 cents  
-3 cents– +3 cents  
+3 cents– +500 cents  
2. Turn the power switch to the ON or  
position. (At the  
position,  
: ,  
Keeping foreign matter out of your equipment  
the power will be on, and in addition the display will be illuminated.)  
When the power is turned on, the previously-selected reference pitch  
(default setting: A=440 Hz) will be selected, and the GT-120 will be in  
Meter mode (Auto)  
Set the [TUNING TYPE] dial to either GUITAR or BASS. Flat tuning can  
only be used for these selections.  
:
Never set any container with liquid in it near this equipment. If liquid gets into  
the equipment, it could cause a breakdown, fire, or electrical shock.  
Connectors  
: INPUT (1/ 4” mono), OUTPUT (1/ 4” mono),  
DC IN (9V)  
Be careful not to let metal objects get into the equipment. If something does slip  
into the equipment, unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet. Then contact  
your nearest Korg dealer or the store where the equipment was purchased.  
2. Press the [FLAT] switch to select the number of semitones that you  
wish to lower the selected note.  
Power supply  
Battery life  
: AAA batteries x 2 (3V), or AC adapter (  
)
ꢁ ꢁ ꢁ ꢁ (1–4 semitones).  
3. If you wish to change the reference pitch (calibration), press the  
[CALIB] switch.  
Each time you press it, the reference pitch will rise 1 Hz. If you con-  
tinue holding it, the pitch will rise continuously. The available range is  
438 Hz–445 Hz.  
The LCD screen will indicate  
: Approximately 100 hours (Alkaline batteries,  
Meter mode, A4 continuous input)  
3. Tune your instrument.  
CE mark for European Harmonized Standards  
CE mark which is attached to our companys products of AC mains operated  
apparatus until December 31, 1996 means it conforms to EMC Directive (89/  
336/ EEC) and CE mark Directive (93/ 68/ EEC). And, CE mark which is attached  
after January 1, 1997 means it conforms to EMC Directive (89/ 336/ EEC), CE  
mark Directive (93/ 68/ EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/ 23/ EEC).  
Also, CE mark which is attached to our companys products of Battery operated  
apparatus means it conforms to EMC Directive (89/ 336/ EEC) and CE mark Di-  
rective (93/ 68/ EEC).  
Dimensions (WxDxH) : 74 x 120 x 36mm [2.91" x 4.71" x 1.42"]  
Weight  
: 193g [6.8 oz] : including the battery  
Repla cing the ba tteries, a nd  
the memory function  
Included items  
Options  
: AAA batteries x 2 for checking operation  
4. Rotate the [TUNING TYPE] dial to select the appropriate instrument  
or set to CHROMATIC.  
Move the appropriate instrument name to the mark.  
: AC adapter (  
)
(sold separately)  
As the batteries begin to run down, accurate tuning will become more  
difficult. Check the battery indicator in the LCD display, and replace the  
batteries as soon as necessary.  
The batteries are also used to preserve the memory when the power is  
turned off, allowing the reference pitch, meter mode (manual), and the  
note you selected for Sound mode to be remembered (Memory function).  
Each setting allows the following tuning. ( ): Default values for MANUAL  
* Appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
: C, C , D, E, E, F, F , G, G , A, B , B (A, sound output: A4)  
CHROMATIC  
GUITAR  
OPEN D  
OPEN E  
OPEN G  
OPEN A  
: 6E, 5A, 4D, 3G, 2B, 1E (6E)  
Using the sta nd  
: 6D, 5A, 4D, 3F , 2A, 1D (6D)  
THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for U.S.A.)  
: 6E, 5B, 4E, 3G , 2B, 1E (6E)  
: 6D, 5G, 4D, 3G, 2B, 1D (6D)  
: 6E, 5A, 4E, 3A, 2C , 1E (6E)  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class  
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed  
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency  
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guar-  
antee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-  
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can  
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to  
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
By opening the stand located on the back, you can position the GT-120 at  
a convenient angle.  
When the batteries are removed or if they run down completely, the various  
settings preserved by the memory function will be reset. (If an AC adapter  
is connected to the GT-120 and plugged into an AC outlet, the settings will  
not be reset.)  
DADGAD : 6D, 5A, 4D, 3G, 2A, 1D (6D)  
The VU style meter may drift from the  
0 position (center) when the OT–120  
is tilted. If this occurs, perform the  
procedure described in “Adjusting the  
zero point of the VU style meter”  
while the unit is tilted, so that the VU  
style meter points to 0.  
BASS  
: LB, 4E, 3A, 2D, 1G, HC (LB) LB: Low B, HC: High C  
5. Specify the note name.  
When using AUTO  
Even if you are using the GT-120 with an AC adapter, you should leave  
the batteries installed.  
Play a single note on your instrument, and the name of the nearest note  
will appear in the LCD display. Tune your instrument so that the cor-  
rect note name is shown in the LCD display.  
When using MANUAL  
Press the [NOTE] switch until the note you wish to tune (C–B) appears  
in the LCD display.  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
1. Press lightly and slide in the  
direction of the arrow to open  
Adjustment screw  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
the lid of the battery case.  
2. Insert two AAA  
batteries. Be careful to  
observe the correct  
polarity (+, -).  
3. Close the lid of the battery  
case.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.  
• Each time you press the [AUTO/MANUAL] switch, the setting will switch  
between AUTO and MANUAL.  
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users au-  
thority to operate this equipment.  
© 2005 KORG INC.  
 

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