Pitchblack X Pro - DJ Equipment KORG - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Chromatic tuner for guitar/bass
Brand	Korg
Model	Pitchblack X Pro
Detection accuracy	±0.1 cent
Detection range	E0 (20.60 Hz) ~ C8 (4186 Hz), sine wave
Reference pitch	A4 = 436 ~ 445 Hz (1 Hz steps)
Display	3D VU meter with 5 color patterns
Display modes	Traditional, stroboscopic, semi-stroboscopic, focus (±10 cents)
Ultra Buffer	Yes, preserves tone with long cables and pedalboards
Inputs	INPUT1 (front, 6.35 mm mono jack), INPUT2 (rear, 6.35 mm mono jack)
Outputs	OUTPUT1 (front, 6.35 mm mono jack), OUTPUT2 (rear, 6.35 mm mono jack)
Mute function	Yes, cuts signal to outputs
Cable test function	Yes, via CABLE CHECK jack (mono cables only)
Power supply	9V DC AC adapter (included)
Power consumption	2.5 W (maximum)
Auto power-off	Yes, after 4 hours of no signal or operation (can be disabled)
Dimensions (unit only)	430 mm × 50 mm × 44 mm (rubber feet included)
Dimensions (with rack)	482 mm × 50 mm × 44 mm
Weight	379 g (tuner only)
Rack mounting	Yes, adapters included (EIA 19" standard)
Included accessories	AC adapter, screws ×4, washers ×4, rack adapters ×2, precautions
Maintenance	Wipe with a dry cloth. Do not use solvents.
Safety	Use only the supplied AC adapter. Unplug during storms or prolonged non-use.
Repairability	Spare parts available via Korg after-sales service

Frequently Asked Questions - Pitchblack X Pro KORG

How do I tune my instrument with the Pitchblack X Pro?

Connect your instrument to INPUT1 or INPUT2. Press STANDBY/ON to turn on the tuner. Play a single note and adjust your instrument until the display shows perfect tuning (center LED lit or scrolling stops depending on mode).

How do I change the reference pitch (calibration)?

Press the CALIB button. The current setting is displayed (e.g., 0 = 440 Hz). Press repeatedly to choose between 0 (440 Hz) and 5 (445 Hz). Wait 2 seconds to confirm. The new setting flashes, then the tuner returns to normal mode.

What display modes are available and how do I change them?

Press DISPLAY to choose among 4 modes: 1 = traditional (center LED), 2 = stroboscopic (scrolling), 3 = semi-stroboscopic (center stream), Focus display (zoom ±10 cents). Wait 2 seconds to confirm.

How do I change the display color?

Hold down the DISPLAY button until the POWER ON LED flashes. The color number is shown. Press DISPLAY to choose among 5 patterns. Wait 2 seconds to confirm.

How do I use the cable test function?

Connect one end of a mono cable to INPUT1 and the other end to the CABLE CHECK jack. The CABLE CHECK LED indicates whether the cable is good (lit) or faulty (off or flashing).

How do I rackmount the tuner?

Slide the included mounting adapters onto the rails at the rear of the tuner. Lock them in place. Use the supplied screws to mount the tuner in a standard 19-inch EIA rack.

Can I disable the auto power-off?

Yes, hold down the MUTE button and press STANDBY/ON while the tuner is powered on. The auto power-off function is then disabled until the next power cycle.

What should I do if the tuner does not power on?

Check that the AC adapter is properly connected to the DC 9V jack and to a power outlet. Make sure the cord is wrapped around the hook. If the problem persists, contact Korg after-sales service.

Can I use a stereo (TRS) cable with this tuner?

No, all jacks (INPUT, OUTPUT, CABLE CHECK) are designed for mono (TS) cables. Using stereo cables may cause malfunctions. Use only standard mono cables.

How do I connect multiple instruments?

The tuner has two inputs: INPUT1 (front) and INPUT2 (rear). If a cable is plugged into INPUT1, INPUT2 is disabled. To tune two instruments, use INPUT1 for one and INPUT2 for the other (not simultaneously). Signals are sent to OUTPUT1 and OUTPUT2 respectively.

USER MANUAL Pitchblack X Pro KORG

Tuning procedure....5

Reference pitch settings....5

Meter display setting....6

Meter display color settings 7

Cable check function....7

Installing rack-mounting adapters....8

Using rack-mounting adapters as a stand 8

Specifications....9

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Korg Pitchblack X Pro Chromatic Tuner. To help you get the most out of your new instrument, please read this manual carefully.

Main Features

• Ultra-high tuning accuracy of + / - 0.1 cents
• A newly developed ULTRA BUFFER keeps tone intact even through long cables and pedal boards
• “3D visual meter display” design offers wide viewing range and high visibility
• Selectable meter colors from 5 patterns
• Cable checker function
• Easily detachable Rack-angles - No screw driver needed!

Controls

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1. CALIB button

(→ "Reference pitch settings" on page 5)

2. DISPLAY button

(→ “Meter display setting” on page 6, “Meter display color settings” on page 7)

3. Display

(→ "Tuning procedure" on page 5)

4. Meter Display

(→ "Meter display setting" on page 6)

5. POWER ON LED

(→ “Tuning procedure” on page 5)

6. CABLE CHECK LED

7. CABLE CHECK jack

(→ "Cable check function" on page 7)

8. OUTPUT1 jack

9. MUTE button, LED

(→ "OUTPUT1, 2 jacks" on page 3)

10. INPUT1 jack

11. STANDBY/ON button

(→ “Tuning procedure” on page 5)

12. Rack-mounting adapter

(→ “Installing rack-mounting adapters” on page 8)

Connections

AC adapter (included) To AC outlet DC 9V OUTPUT2 INPUT 2 To effect pedals, amps or other equipment Guitar, bass, etc. INPUT 10OUTPUT1 To effect pedals, amps or other equipment Guitar, bass, etc.

Turn off the power to all devices before you connect an instrument to avoid damaging your equipment.

The INPUT1, INPUT2, OUTPUT1, OUTPUT2 and CABLE CHECK jacks are for mono signals only. Stereo (TRS) cables will not work.

INPUT1 jack

Connect a cable from the INPUT1 jack to the instrument to be tuned.

INPUT2 jack

Connect a cable from the INPUT2 jack to the instrument to be tuned. If a cable is connected to the INPUT1 jack on the front panel, this jack will be disabled and cannot be used.

OUTPUT1, 2 jacks

Connect a cable from the OUTPUT jack to your effect pedals, amp, etc.

The signals that are input from either the INPUT1 or the INPUT2 jack pass through the buffer and are respectively sent to the OUTPUT1 and OUTPUT2 jacks.

Press the MUTE button to enable or disable the mute function for the signal that's output from the OUTPUT1 and OUTPUT2 jacks. When the mute function is enabled, the MUTE LED will light up, and the signal will not be output from the OUTPUT1 and OUTPUT2 jacks.

NOTE: When the tuner is in standby power mode, no signal is output from the OUTPUT1 and OUTPUT2 jacks.

CABLE CHECK jack

Connect one end of a standard mono instrument cable to the INPUT1 jack and the other end to the CABLE CHECK jack.

NOTE: Noise may occur if a cable is connected to the CABLE CHECK jack after a cable was connected to the INPUT1 jack.

DC 9 V jack

Connect the included AC adapter to this jack.

Never use any AC adapter other than the one that's included. This may cause a malfunction.

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Fasten the AC adapter's power cord in place by hooking it on the cord hook to prevent the included AC adapter's plug from being disconnected from the terminal.

Cord hook DC 9V

Operation

Tuning procedure

1. Connect the instrument to be tuned to the INPUT1 jack or to the INPUT2 jack.

NOTE: If a plug is connected to the INPUT1 jack on the front panel, the INPUT2 jack on the rear panel will be disabled and cannot be used.

1. Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn on the tuner.

The POWER ON LED will light up, and the calibration setting (0–9) will flash in the note display for a few seconds.

NOTE: If there is no user input for up to 4 hours, the auto power-off function will automatically put the tuner in the standby power mode. Holding down the MUTE button and pressing the STANDBY/ON button while the tuner is turned on will disable the auto power-off function.

1. Set the calibration, meter display and display color as necessary.

(→“Reference pitch settings” on page 5, “Meter display setting” on page 6, “Meter display color settings” on page 7).

1. Play a single note on your instrument.

2. Tune while watching the meter display. The note display will indicate the note name that is closest to the pitch you input.

Reference pitch settings

Set the reference pitch for tuning (the A note in the middle of the piano keyboard = A4). The default setting is “0: 440 Hz”.

1. Press the CALIB button.

The current setting is shown for several seconds on the display (lit → blinking).

1. While the current setting is shown, press the CALIB button to set the reference pitch.

Each time you press the CALIB button you will cycle through the following settings.

0: 440 Hz, 1: 441 Hz, 2: 442 Hz, 3: 443 Hz, 4: 444 Hz,

5: 445 Hz, 6: 436 Hz, 7: 437 Hz, 8: 438 Hz, 9: 439 Hz

1. When you've chosen the desired setting, wait for two seconds without pressing any buttons.

The new setting will blink in the note name display indicating that the reference pitch has been set, and you can now use the tuner normally.

Meter display setting

You can specify the display pattern that's shown on the meter's display. You can choose one of four display patterns.

The default setting is "1: Regular meter".

1. Press the DISPLAY button.

The current setting is shown for several seconds on the display (lit → blinking).

1. While this setting is shown, press the DISPLAY button to select the desired display pattern.

The setting will change each time you press the button.

1: Regular meter

Tune your instrument so that the center LED of the meter display is lit up.

The LED illumination will move from the center toward the right if the note is sharp, or from the center toward the left if the note is flat.

2: Strobe meter

Tune your instrument so that the illumination stops flowing in the meter display. The illumination will flow from left to right if the note is sharp, or from right to left if the note is flat.

3: Half-strobe meter

Tune your instrument so that the stream stops and only the center LED is lit up. The right side of the meter display will strobe if the note is sharp, and the left side of the meter display will strobe if the note is flat. When the pitch is correct, only the center LED will light up.

1. Focus meter

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This mode enlarges the meter display within a ±10 cent range, for even more precise tuning.

Tune your instrument so that the center LED of the meter display is lit up.

When the tuning of the inputted note is within ±10 cents, the POWER ON LED changes to red and the meter changes color. Also, the meter view enlarges to show the ±10 cent range.

The meter returns to the regular display when the tuning falls outside of the ±10 cent range.

1. When you've chosen the desired setting, wait for two seconds without pressing any buttons. The display indication will blink several times, and the meter display setting will be made. The tuner will then return to its normal state, allowing you to tune.

Meter display color settings

You can specify the color of the meter display. There are five color combinations to choose from.

1. Long-press the DISPLAY button.
   The POWER ON LED will blink, and the color number appears in the note display.
2. While the POWER ON LED is blinking, press the DISPLAY button to select the color.
3. Once you've made the setting, wait for about two seconds without pressing any buttons.
   The meter display color setting will be made, and you can now use the tuner normally.

Cable check function

When the cable is connected, the cable check function will start and the results will be shown on the CABLE CHECK LEDs.

CABLE CHECK INPUT 1

Normal:Abnormal:

NOTE: Cable checking can only be done with mono cables. Stereo cables cannot be checked.

Installing rack-mounting adapters

By installing the included rack-mounting adapters, the tuner can be attached to an EIA standard rack or case, etc., with the appropriate rack screws.

NOTE: There is no difference between the left and right rack-mounting adapters.

Installation

Align the rack-mounting adapters with the mounting slots on the tuner, and then slide in the adapters from the back. Securely install the adapters so that they lock into place and will not slip out.

If the tuner is attached to the rack without sufficiently installing the adapters, the tuner may fall and become damaged.

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Removal

Release the lock on the back of the tuner, and then slide out the adapter to remove it.

Rack-mounting holes

Use these holes to attach the tuner to an EIA standard rack or case with the included screws.

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Using rack-mounting adapters as a stand

By installing the rack-mounting adapters in the mounting slots on the bottom of the tuner, it can be positioned at an easy-to-read angle when it is placed on a table.

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Specifications

Tuning: 12-note equal temperament

Detection range: E0 (20.60 Hz)–C8 (4186 Hz), sine wave

Reference pitch: A4 = 436–445 Hz (1 Hz steps)

Detection accuracy: ±0.1 cent

Input impedance: 1 MΩ (when tuner is on)

Connects: Front: INPUT1 jack (1/4 "/6.3 mm monaural phone jack), OUTPUT1 jack (1/4"/6.3 mm monaural phone jack), CABLE CHECK jack (1/4"/6.3 mm monaural phone jack) Rear: INPUT2 jack (1/4"/6.3 mm monaural phone jack), OUTPUT2 jack (1/4"/6.3 mm monaural phone jack), DC 9 V jack

Power supply: 9V ⊕-●-AC adapter

Dimensions (W× D× H)

430 mm × 50 mm × 44 mm (16.93" × 1.97" × 1.73"); tuner only, including extensions

With rack-mounting adapters:

482mm× 50mm× 44mm(18.98''× 1.97''× 1.73'') ; including extensions

Weight: Tuner only: 379 g / 13.37 oz.

Included items: Customer Notice (Dear Customer), Precautions, AC adapter,

Screws × 4, washers × 4, Rack-mounting adapter × 2

* Appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement.

Pitchblack X Pro

CHROMATIC TUNER

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5:445 Hz, 6:436 Hz, 7:437 Hz, 8:438 Hz, 9:439 Hz

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CABLE CHECK INPUT 1

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Dépose

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Fiche technique

12. Rack-Montageadapter

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5: 445 Hz, 6: 436 Hz, 7: 437 Hz, 8: 438 Hz, 9: 439 Hz

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CABLE CHECK INPUT 1

Normal:Anormal:

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Herausnehmen

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Technische Daten

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5: 445 Hz, 6: 436 Hz, 7: 437 Hz, 8: 438 Hz, 9: 439 Hz

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CABLE CHECK INPUT 1

Normal:Anómalo:

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Extracción

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Especificaciones

Dimensiones (Anch. × Prof. × Alt.):

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CABLE CHECK INPUT 1

正常時

異常時

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仕様

音律: 12平均律