Korg MR-1 User Manual Page 1

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10Basic operation1. Power and usageThe MR-1 contains a rechargeable battery that is convenient for mobile or outdoor use. If you'rein a location

11Remaining battery indicationThe battery icon in the level meter screen indicates the approximate remaining battery ca-pacity, and whether the batter

122. Connecting your monitor equipmentConnect stereo headphones to the headphone jack. Use the volume buttons to adjust the vol-ume. If you're co

134. Playing back the demo projectThe MR-1 contains a high-quality demo project that was recorded in DFF(DSDIFF) format.Here's how to play back t

145. The level meter screenWhen you turn on the power, the level meter screen is shown in the display. When the menulist (MENU) screen is shown, you c

156. RecordingWhen you record on the MR-1, date and time information is automatically added to the file sothat you can manage your projects more easil

16Recording using the line inputsSet the input switch to LINE. If the level is too low even after you've adjusted the gain(→p.16), set the input

172. Press the menu button, and in the menu list, use the P-dial to select and confirm"REC LEVEL."The recording level (REC LEVEL) setting sc

187. Other playback/record operationsSelecting and playing back a project/fileYou can use the rewind and fast-forward buttons or the P-dial to select

19Play/PauseButtonorPush4. Press the play button to begin playing the selected project/file.Alternatively, you can begin playback by using the P-dial

2PrecautionsLocationUsing the unit in the following locations can re-sult in a malfunction.• In direct sunlight• Locations of extreme temperature or h

206. When you've finished making settings, press the menu button to return to the record-ing level (REC LEVEL) setting screen.Alternatively, you

21Using marks within a projectIf you've made an extended recording, such as of a live performance or a practice session, youcan move between song

22Regardless of the screen shown in the display, you can press the rewind or fast-for-ward button during playback to move to the time location of the

23When you've finished making settings, press the P-dial several times to return to the MarkEdit screen.Deleting a mark (Delete Mark)1. When you

248. Other general operationsChanging the meter peak hold and the counter mode1. From the level meter screen, press the P-dial.The meter/counter (Mete

252. Use the P-dial to select and confirm the project/file whose name you want to edit.(See "Selecting and playing back a project/file," p.1

26Conserving battery powerIf you're using with the MR-1 operating on battery power, you can reduce power consumptionby turning off unneeded circu

27Auto shutdown settingIf no operations have been performed for the length of time you specify here, the shutdownscreen will appear automatically, and

28Setting the date and timeIf you set the MR-1's date and time, the recorded files will have the correct date and timestamp. Here's how to s

29Protecting a projectHere's how to protect a project. If you edit the name or delete or edit the mark settings of aproject that is protected, th

3Handling of the internal hard diskDo not apply physical shock to this device. Inparticular, you must never move this device orapply physical shock wh

304. Use the P-dial to select and confirm "Delete."A dialog screen will ask you to confirm the Delete operation.PushPush5. Use the P-dial to

31Other functionsPlay modeThe MR-1 provides three play modes, as well as shuffle and repeat play settings.To select these mode, use "PLAY MODE&qu

321. Press the menu button, and in the menu list (MENU) screen, use the P-dial to selectand confirm "PLAY MODE."The play mode select (PLAY M

33Play list (PLAY LIST)Creating a play listAfter creating a play list, you can select "Play List" as the play mode, and the projects/files w

34Viewing a play listHere's how to view the contents of a play list.Press the menu button, and in the menu list (MENU) screen, use the P-dial to

354. The Move icon will appear in the play list (PLAY LIST) screen.5. Turn the P-dial to move the project/file to the desired position, and then press

36Remove AllHere's how to remove all projects/files from the play list.This will not delete the projects/files themselves.1. In the play list (PL

37DFF (DSDIFF)This is a 1-bit audio file format widely used in professional audio devices for SACD (SuperAudio CD) production.The name stands for Dire

38System settings (SYSTEM)Here you can make various system settings for the MR-1 itself.Press the menu button to access the menu list (MENU) screen. T

39Formatting the hard disk (Format)Here's how to format the MR-1's hard disk.You should only perform this operation if you want to erase all

4ContentsIntroduction -------------------------------------------------------------------- 6Features -------------------------------------------------

40Updating the system (Load System)You can download the latest version of the MR-1 operating system file from the Korg website(www.korg.com). For deta

41DSD output filter settings (DSD Filter)When playing back a 1-bit project/file, you can select one of three types of signal processingfilter that wil

42Using the MR-1 with your computerYou can use the MR-1 as a USB 2.0 mass storage class device.This lets you copy files from the MR-1 to your computer

434. Save data on your computer.When you open the "Local disk (*:)" (or "Unspecified name") that appeared on yourcomputer in step

44Hard disk structure and filesSupported audio filesStereo files are used for all recording formats that can be selected on the MR-1 (→p.36)Supported

45WAV_0001Format identification symbolWAV(BWF), DSDIFF, DSF, WSDRecording numberA number from 0001 to 9999 assigned automatically to each recording in

46Using the AudioGate softwareThe audio files of a project recorded on the MR-1 can be copied to your computer. Then youcan use the "AudioGate&qu

47Windows XP usersIn order to install or uninstall software in Windows XP, you must have Administrator privi-leges. For details, consult your system a

48AppendixTroubleshootingPower does not turn on• Is the AC adaptor connected correctly?• Does the rechargeable battery have sufficient remaining capac

49Nothing happens when you press a button• In some cases, the buttons may be less responsive while the recording is operating, such asduring playback

58. Other general operations ---------------------------------------------------------- 24Changing the meter peak hold and the counter mode ----------

50Disk too busy.• Repeated actions of recording, writing, and deleting will gradually decrease the amount ofcontiguous free space on the hard disk, ca

51Project Name Error. Delete illegal folder.• An identically named project/file already exists.→ Rename the project/file. Alternatively, use USB mode

52SpecificationsOperating conditions: +5 ... +35 ˚C (no condensation)Main sections< Recorder section >Number of tracks : 2 tracks:2 tracks simul

53A/D conversion : 24-bit, 64/128x oversamplingD/A conversion : 24-bit, 128x oversampling<INPUT L, R>Connector : Mini phone jacksInput impedance

54IndexMenu list screenMENULIBRARY -------------------------- 18PLAY MODE --------------------- 31REC MODE ------------------ 16, 36REC LEVEL --

55AAUDIO folder------------------------- 45Auto Gain Control ----------------- 19Auto shutdown ---------------- 12, 27BBacklight ---------------

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6IntroductionThank you for purchasing the Korg MR-1 1-bit mobile recorder. In order to take full advantageof your new equipment, please read this manu

7Parts of the MR-1Front and side panels1245678910111231. DC 5V connectorConnect the included AC adaptor here (also used for charging the battery).2. U

89. Power button (with Hold function)This turns the power on/off (shutdown). By sliding this button to the HOLD position, youcan prevent accidental op

9Screens and operationsLevel meter screen and menu list (MENU) screenWhen you power-on the MR-1, the display will show the level meter screen.When the