If the exterior becomes dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners
such as benzene or thinner, or cleaning compounds or ammable polishes.
Keep this manual
After reading this manual, please keep it for later reference.
Keeping foreign matter out of your equipment
Never set any container with liquid in it near this equipment. If liquid gets into the
equipment, it could cause a breakdown, re, or electrical shock.
Be careful not to let metal objects get into the equipment. If something does slip
into the equipment, unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet. Then contact
your nearest Korg dealer or the store where the equipment was purchased.
NOTE: 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
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Precautions
Location
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 guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
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
• Close to magnetic elds
Power supply
Please connect the designated AC adapter 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
If items such as cables are included with this equipment, you must use those included
items.
Unauthorized changes or modication to this system can void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
intended.
Interference with other electrical devices
Radios and televisions placed nearby may experience reception interference. Operate
this unit at a suitable distance from radios and televisions.
Handling
To avoid breakage, do not apply excessive force to the switches or controls.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
If this symbol is shown on the product, manual, baery, or package, you must
dispose of it in the correct manner to avoid harm to human health or damage to
the environment. Contact your local administrative body for details on the
correct disposal method. If the baery contains heavy metals in excess of the
regulated amount, a chemical symbol is displayed below the symbol on the
This product has been manufactured according to strict specications and voltage
requirements that are applicable in the country in which it is intended that this product
should be used. If you have purchased this product via the internet, through mail order,
and/or via a telephone sale, you must verify that this product is intended to be used in
the country in which you reside.
WARNING: Use of this product in any country other than that for which it is intended
could be dangerous and could invalidate the manufacturer’s or distributor’s warranty.
Please also retain your receipt as proof of purchase otherwise your product may be
disqualied from the manufacturer’s or distributor’s warranty. Company names,
product names, and names of formats etc. are the trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective owners.
* All product names and company names are the trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective owners.
Emplacement
L’utilisation de cet instrument dans les endroits suivants peut en entraîner le
mauvais fonctionnement.
• En plein soleil
• Endroits très chauds ou très humides
• Endroits sales ou fort poussiéreux
• Endroits soumis à de fortes vibrations
• A proximité de champs magnétiques
Alimentation
Branchez l’adaptateur secteur mentionné à une prise secteur de tension
appropriée. Evitez de brancher l’adaptateur à une prise de courant dont la
tension ne correspond pas à celle pour laquelle l’appareil est conçu.
Interférences avec d’autres appareils électriques
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CONSUMERS
Précautions
Aufstellungsort
Vermeiden Sie das Aufstellen des Geräts an Orten, an denen.
• es direkter Sonneneinstrahlung ausgeset ist;
• hohe Feuchtigkeit oder Extremtemperaturen auftreten können;
• Staub oder Schmu in großen Mengen vorhanden sind;
• das Gerät Erschüerungen ausgeset sein kann.
• in der Nähe eines Magnetfeldes.
Stromversorgung
Schließen Sie das optionale Neteil nur an eine geeignete Steckdose an. Verbinden Sie es
niemals mit einer Steckdose einer anderen Spannung.
Störeinüsse auf andere Elektrogeräte
Dieser kann bei in der Nähe aufgestellten Rund-funkempfängern oder Fernsehgeräten
Empfangsstörungen hervorrufen. Betreiben Sie solche Geräte nur in einem geeigneten
Abstand von diesem Erzeugnis.
Bedienung
Vermeiden Sie bei der Bedienung von Schaltern und Reglern unangemessenen
Kraftaufwand.
Reinigung
Bei auftretender Verschmuung können Sie das Gehäuse mit einem trockenen, sauberen
Tuch abwischen. Verwenden Sie keinerlei Flüssigreiniger wie beispielsweise
Reinigungsbenzin, Verdünnungs- oder Spülmiel. Verwenden Sie niemals brennbare
Reiniger.
Bedienungsanleitung
Bewahren Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung gut auf, falls Sie sie später noch einmal
benötigen.
Flüssigkeiten und Fremdkörper
Stellen Sie niemals Behältnisse mit Flüssigkeiten in der Nähe des Geräts auf. Wenn
Flüssigkeit in das Gerät gelangt, können Beschädigung des Geräts, Feuer oder ein
elek-trischer Schlag die Folge sein.
Beachten Sie, daß keinerlei Fremdkörper in das Gerät gelangen. Sollte ein Fremdkörper in
das Gerät gelangt sein, so trennen Sie es sofort vom Ne. Wenden Sie sich dann an Ihren
Korg-Fachhändler.
Les postes de radio et de télévision situés à proximité peuvent par conséquent
sourir d’interférences à la réception. Veuillez dès lors faire fonctionner cet
appareil à une distance raisonnable de postes de radio et de télévision.
Maniement
Pour éviter de les endommager, manipulez les commandes et les boutons de
cet instrument avec soin.
Entretien
Lorsque l’instrument se salit, neoyez-le avec un chion propre et sec. Ne vous
servez pas d’agents de neoyage liquides tels que du benzène ou du diluant,
voire des produits inammables.
Conservez ce manuel
Après avoir lu ce manuel, veuillez le conserver soigneusement pour toute
référence ultérieure.
Evitez toute intrusion d’objets ou de liquide
Ne placez jamais de récipient contenant du liquide près de l’instrument. Si
le liquide se renverse ou coule, il risque de provoquer des dommages, un
court-circuit ou une électrocution. Veillez à ne pas laisser tomber des objets
métalliques dans le boîtier (trombones, par ex.). Si cela se produit, débranchez
Dieses Produkt wurde unter strenger Beachtung von Spezikationen und Spannungsanforderungen
hergestellt, die im Bestimmungsland gelten. Wenn Sie dieses Produkt über das Internet, per Postversand
und/oder mit telefonischer Bestellung gekauft haben, müssen Sie bestätigen, dass dieses Produkt für Ihr
Wohngebiet ausgelegt ist.
WARNUNG: Verwendung dieses Produkts in einem anderen Land als dem, für das es bestimmt ist,
verwendet wird, kann gefährlich sein und die Garantie des Herstellers oder Importeurs hinfällig lassen
werden. Bie bewahren Sie diese Quiung als Kaueleg auf, da andernfalls das Produkt von der
Garantie des Herstellers oder Importeurs ausgeschlossen werden kann.
* Alle Produkt- und Firmennamen sind Warenzeichen oder eingetragene Warenzeichen
l’alimentation de la prise de courant et contactez votre revendeur Korg le plus
proche ou la surface où vous avez acheté l’instrument.
Note concernant les dispositions (Seulement EU)
Si ce symbole apparait sur le produit, le manuel, les piles ou les packs de piles,
cela signie que vous devez le recycler d’une manière correcte an de prévenir
les dommages pour la santé humaine et les dommages potentiels pour
l’environnement. Contactez votre administration locale pour de plus amples
renseignements concernant la bonne méthode de recyclage. Si la pile contient
des métaux lourds au-delà du seuil réglementé, un symbole chimique est aché
en dessous du symbole de la poubelle barrée d’une croix sur la pile ou le pack de piles.
Ce produit a été fabriqué suivant des spécications sévères et des besoins en tension
applicables dans le pays où ce produit doit être utilisé. Si vous avez acheté ce produit via
l’internet, par vente par correspondance ou/et vente par téléphone, vous devez vérier
que ce produit est bien utilisable dans le pays où vous résidez.
ATTENTION: L’utilisation de ce produit dans un pays autre que celui pour lequel il a
été conçu peut être dangereuse et annulera la garantie du fabricant ou du distributeur.
Conservez bien votre récépissé qui est la preuve de votre achat, faute de quoi votre
produit ne risque de ne plus être couvert par la garantie du fabricant ou du distributeur.
REMARQUE IMPORTANTE POUR LES CLIENTS
* Tous les noms de produits et de sociétés sont des marques commerciales ou
operators (maximum of 3 simultaneous notes))
Connectors: (Headphone) jack (ø3.5mm stereo mini-phone jack), SYNC IN
jack (ø3.5mm monaural mini-phone jack, 20V maximum input level), SYNC OUT
jack (ø3.5mm monaural mini-phone jack, 5V output level)
Power supply: AA/LR6 alkaline baery ×6 or AA nickel-metal hydride baery
×6, DC 9V AC adapter ( ) Baery life: Approximately 10 hours (when
using alkaline baeries) Current consumption: 300 mA
Dimensions (W×D×H): 193 × 115 × 40 mm/7.60” × 4.53”× 1.57”
Weight: 360 g/12.70 oz. (excluding baeries)
Included items: Six AA alkaline baeries, Cable, Owner´s Manual, Edit
Parameter List Options: AC adapter (DC 9V )
* Specications and appearance are subject to change without notice for
improvement.
Vorsichtsmaßnahmen
Hinweis zur Entsorgung (Nur EU)
Wenn Sie das Symbol mit der „durchgekreuzten Mülltonne“ auf Ihrem Produkt, der
dazugehörigen Bedienungsanleitung, der Baerie oder der Verpackung sehen, müssen Sie das
Produkt in der vorgeschriebenen Art und Weise entsorgen um Schäden an der menschlichen
Gesundheit und der Umwelt zu vermeiden. Baerien oder Akkus, die Schadstoe enthalten,
sind auch mit dem Symbol einer durchgekreuzten Mülltonne gekennzeichnet. In der Nähe zum
Mülltonnensymbol bendet sich die chemische Bezeichnung des Schadstoes.
WICHTIGER HINWEIS FÜR KUNDEN
der betreenden Eigentümer.
Precauciones
Ubicación
El uso de la unidad en las siguientes ubicaciones puede dar como resultado un mal
funcionamiento:
• Expuesto a la luz directa del sol
• Zonas de extremada temperatura o humedad
• Zonas con exceso de suciedad o polvo
• Zonas con excesiva vibración
• Cercano a campos magnéticos
Fuente de alimentación
Por favor, conecte el adaptador de corriente designado a una toma de corriente con el voltaje
adecuado. No lo conecte a una toma de corriente con voltaje diferente al indicado.
Interferencias con otros aparatos
Las radios y televisores situados cerca pueden experimentar interferencias en la recepción.
Opere este dispositivo a una distancia prudencial de radios y televisores.
Manejo
Para evitar una rotura, no aplique excesiva fuerza a los conmutadores o controles.
Cuidado
Si exterior se ensucia, límpiese con un trapo seco. No use líquidos limpiadores como disolvente,
ni compuestos inamables.
Guarde este manual
Después de leer este manual, guárdelo para futuras consultas.
Mantenga los elementos externos alejados del equipo
Nunca coloque ningún recipiente con líquido cerca de este equipo, podría causar un cortocircuito,
fuero o descarga eléctrica. Cuide de que no caiga ningún objeto metálico dentro del equipo.
Si aparece el símbolo del cubo de basura tachado sobre un producto, su manual de
usuario, la batería, o el embalaje de cualquiera de éstos, signica que cuando tire
dichos artículos a la basura, ha de hacerlo en acuerdo con la normativa vigente de
la Unión Europea para prevenir daños a la salud pública y al medioambiente. Le
rogamos que se ponga en contacto con su ocina o ministerio de medioambiente
para más detalles. Si la batería contiene metales pesados por encima del límite
permitido, habrá un símbolo de un material químico, debajo del símbolo del cubo
de basura tachado.
Este producto ha sido fabricado de acuerdo a estrictas especicaciones y requerimientos
de voltaje aplicables en el país para el cual está destinado. Si ha comprado este producto
por internet, a través de correo, y/o venta telefónica, debe usted vericar que el uso de este
producto está destinado al país en el cual reside.
AVISO: El uso de este producto en un país distinto al cual está destinado podría resultar
peligroso y podría invalidar la garantía del fabricante o distribuidor. Por favor guarde su
recibo como prueba de compra ya que de otro modo el producto puede verse privado de
la garantía del fabricante o distribuidor.
* Todos los nombres de productos y compañías son marcas comerciales o marcas registradas
● Clavier: contrôleur multi-tactile ● Générateurs de son: Sources sonores FM (6
opérateurs “polyphonie maximum de 3 notes”)
● Prises: prise (casque) (minijack stéréo de 3,5mm de diamètre), prise SYNC IN
(minijack mono de 3,5mm de diamètre, niveau d’entrée maximum de 20V), prise SYNC
OUT (minijack mono de 3,5mm de diamètre, niveau de sortie de 5V)
● Alimentation: piles AA/LR6 alcalines ×6 ou piles AA au nickel-hydrure métallique ×6,
adaptateur secteur en option (DC 9V( ) ● Autonomie des piles: environ 10
heures (avec des piles alcalines) ● Consommation électrique: 300 mA
● Dimensions (L x P x H): 193 × 115 × 40 mm ● Poids: 360 g (sans les piles)
● Accessoires fournis:
six piles alcalines AA, Câble, Manuel d’utilisation, Edit Parameter List
● Options: adaptateur secteur (DC 9V )
* Les caractéristiques et l’aspect du produit sont susceptibles d’être modiés sans avis
● Stromversorgung: 6 Alkali-Baerien (AA/LR6) oder 6 NiMH-Baerien (AA),
optionales AC-Neteil (DC 9 V ) ● Baerielaufzeit: Ca. 10 Stunden (bei
Verwendung von Alkali-Baerien) ● Stromverbrauch: 300 mA
● Abmessungen (B x T x H): 193×115×40 mm ● Gewicht: 360 g (ohne Baerien)
● Lieferumfang: 6 Alkali-Baerien, Kabel, Bedienungsanleitung, Edit Parameter List
● Optional: AC-Neteil (DC 9 V )
* Änderungen der technischen Daten und des Designs ohne vorherige Ankündigung
vorbehalten.
Especicaciones principales
● Teclado: controlador con tecnología Multi-touch ● Generadores de sonido: Fuentes de
sonido FM (6 operadores, máximo 3 notas simultáneas)
● Conectores: jack (jack mini phone estéreo de ø3,5 mm), jack SYNC IN (jack mini
phone monaural de ø3,5 mm, nivel máximo de entrada de 20 V), jack SYNC OUT (jack
mini phone monaural de ø3,5 mm, nivel de salida de 5 V)
● Alimentación: batería alcalina AA/LR6 ×6 o batería de níquel-hidruro metálico AA ×6,
adaptador de CA (CC 9 V opcional ) ● Duración de la batería: unas 10 horas
(si se utilizan baterías alcalinas) ● Consumo de corriente: 300 mA
● Dimensiones (ancho x profundo x alto): 193×115×40 mm ● Peso: 360 g (sin baterías)
● Elementos incluidos: seis baterías alcalinas AA, Cable, Manual del usuario, Edit
Parameter List ● Opciones: adaptador de CA (CC 9 V )
* Las especicaciones y el aspecto están sujetas a cambios sin previo aviso por mejora.
主要规格
● 键盘:多触摸控制器 ● 声音生成器:FM 声音源(6 个振荡器(最多同时
3 个音符) ● 插孔: (耳机)插孔(ø3.5mm 立体声迷你耳机插孔),SYNC
IN 插孔(ø3.5mm 单声道迷你耳机插孔,20V 最大输入电平),SYNC OUT 插
孔(ø3.5mm 单声道迷你耳机插孔,5V 输出电平)● 电源:AA/LR6 碱性电池
×6 或 AA 镍氢电池 ×6,直流 9V 交流适配器() ● 电池寿命:大
约10个小时(使用碱性电池时) ● 功效: 300 mA
● 尺寸规格(长x宽x高):193×115×40 mm ●
● 随附物品:六个 AA 碱性电池,线
选件:交流适配器(直流 9V
缆,用户手册, Edit Parameter List ●
)
重量:360 g(不包括电池)
* 规格和外观如有更改,恕不另行通知。
おもな仕様
●鍵盤部:マルチタッチ鍵盤 ●音源システム:FM 音源 (6 オペレーター ( 最大で
3 音同時発音 )) ●接続端子: (ヘッドホン)端子(ステレオ・ミニ・フォーン・ジャッ
ク)、SYNC IN 端子(モノラル・ミニ・フォーン・ジャック、最大入力レベル 20V)、
S Y N C O U T 端 子 ( モ ノ ラ ル ・ ミ ニ ・ フ ォ ー ン ・ ジ ャ ッ ク 、 出 力 レ ベ ル 5 V )
Thank you for purchasing the Korg volca fm DIGITAL FM SYNTHESIZER. This digital
synthesizer uses a 3-voice, 6-operator FM (Frequency Modulation) sound engine. In
addition to the basic FM sound parameters, there are also a number of volca
fm-specic parameters that provide further sound-editing capabilities. Sound les
(SYS-EX/SYX) created on the Yamaha DX7 can be converted and loaded into the volca
fm. Sounds created on the volca fm can be exported and shared with another volca fm.
In addition, the volca fm also includes a built-in step sequencer, motion sequencer, and
an arpeggiator—plus various voice modes—that can all add movement, depth, and
expression to your volca fm sounds.
FM (Frequency Modulation) is based on synthesis elements known as operators.
The volca fm sound engine uses six operators. Operators can function as either
modulators or carriers; modulating operators apply modulation to audio-source
carrier operators to create sound. The way that these modulating and carrier
operators interact is called an algorithm; the volca fm provides 32 distinct FM
algorithms.
In the EDIT mode, the parameters required for the FM sound source, such as the
LFO waveform and speed as well as the EG level and rate, can be set for each
operator.
(Power) button
Press this buon to turn the volca fm on. To turn the volca fm o, hold this buon for
approximately one second.
Auto power-o
DC 9V Jack
Connect the plug end of the optional AC adapter to this jack.
TRANSPOSE slider
This slider raises or lowers the pitch in units of octaves or semitones.
VELOCITY slider
In PLAY mode, this slider controls the global velocity. In EDIT mode, this slider
functions as the VALUE slider for editing the FM synthesis parameters.
OCTAVE ,/ OPERATOR +, – buttons
In PLAY mode, these buons change the octave range of the keyboard. In EDIT
mode, these buons select the operator to edit. By selecting “A” (All), you can edit
parameters that apply to all operators.
SAVE/EXPORT button
When not in EDIT mode, pressing the SAVE/EXPORT buon saves the FM sound
engine parameters.
Exporting
You can connect the volca fm’s SYNC OUT jack to the SYNC IN jack of another
volca fm unit, and export (transmit) FM sound programs and sequences to the
other volca fm unit.
In EDIT mode, press the SAVE/EXPORT buon so that the buon blinks, and
then use the PROGRAM knob to select the item to be exported. After selecting
the item to be exported, press the SAVE/EXPORT buon again to export it. The
SAVE/EXPORT buon lights up while the export operation is being performed.
The SAVE/EXPORT buon blinks again when the operation is nished.
Use this buon to toggle between the EDIT and PLAY modes. EDIT mode is the
mode for specifying seings for FM synthesis parameters and exporting.
Specifying global parameter settings
Setting the MIDI channel
1. While holding down the MEMORY buon,turn the volca fm on.
2. Keyboard buons 1 to 16 correspond to the MIDI channels 1 to 16. Press the
buon that corresponds to the desired channel, and the LED below the keyboard
buon will light up.
Other parameters
1. While holding down FUNC buon, turn on the volca fm.
2. Use the keyboard buons 1–8 to set your preferences for any or all of the global
parameters. (Refer to the table.)
3. When you have nished, press the (REC) buon. Your seings will be saved, and
the volca fm will restart. To cancel without making changes, press the
buon.
ButtonLED lit upLED unlit
Parameter
Auto power-o
1
function
2
Battery type selection
3
Sync Out polarityFallSyncOt Lo *RiseSyncOt HI
4
Sync In polarityFallSyncIn Lo *RiseSyncIn HI
5
Tempo range settingsFull (10-600) TEmPo FuL *Narrow (56-240) TEmPo nAr
6
MIDI Clock Src*AutoMdCLK Aut InternalMdCLK Int
7
MIDI RX ShortMessage
8
Sync input/output unit Once a step SyncStp 1
Status
Display indication
*EnabledAutoP On DisabledAutoP OFF
Nickel-metal
hydride
*OnMdShrt On OMdShrt OF
bAtt nH *Alkaline bAtt AL
Status
*Once every 2 steps
(PLAY)
Display indication
SyncStp 2
*: Factory default seing
Keyboard buttons
Arranged as in a traditional keyboard, these buons are used to play the volca fm.
MEMORY buttons
The volca fm is equipped with 16 memory locations that are used to save sequences.
To load a sequence, press the MEMORY buon, and then press one of the 1 through
16 buons. Hold down the FUNC buon and press the MEMORY (WRITE) buon to
enter the save-ready condition. In this condition, press one of the 1–16 buons to
save the currently selected program number and sequence in the buon that you
pressed.
CHAIN function
Multiple saved sequences can be linked together to create a longer and more
interesting performance. Hold down the MEMORY buon, and using the 1–16
buons in which sequences have been saved, specify the range of sequences that you
want to play; the sequences in that range will play back consecutively.
FUNC (function) button
To access various volca fm functions, hold down the FUNC buon and press the
appropriate keyboard buon. The LED below the key will light to conrm your
selection.
VOICE MODE
•FUNC + POLY: Up to three-note chords can be played.
•FUNC + MONO: One note at a time can be played.
•FUNC + UNISON: All three voices will sound in unison, operating as a mono
synth.
CHORUS
•FUNC + CHORUS: This applies a chorus eect.
ARP ON/OFF
•FUNC + ARP ON/OFF: This turns arpeggiator on/o.
Tempo settings
•FUNC + 1/1, 1/2, 1/4: The volca fm tempo can be set to one-half, one-quarter, or
equal to the value of the incoming MIDI clock, the SYNC IN clock rate, or the current
tempo knob seing.
• FUNC + METRONOME: When selected, the metronome will sound during
sequence playback.
• FUNC + WARP ACT.STEP: If there are fewer than 16 active steps, they are
compensated to occupy the same playback time as 16 steps.
Transpose setting
• FUNC + TRANSPS NOTE: Switches the operation of the TRANSPOSE slider to
semitone units.
The power-o function will automatically turn the volca fm o after roughly four
hours have passed with no sound being produced. The auto power-o function can
be disabled using the global parameters. (See global parameters.)
Only use the specied AC adapter. Using any AC adapter other than the specied
model could damage the volca fm.
DISPLAY
The value of the selected knob, buon, or function is shown in the screen.
Envelope Generator Controls
The envelopes [EG] control how fast an operator comes up to full level (Aack) and how
fast an operator dies down (Decay) after the key is pressed or released.
MODULATOR
• ATTACK: This knob controls the EG aack for the selected MODULATOR operator.
• DECAY: This knob controls the EG decay for the selected MODULATOR operator.
CARRIER
• ATTACK: This knob controls the EG aack for the selected CARRIER operator.
• DECAY: This knob controls the EG decay for the selected CARRIER operator.
LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator)
• RATE: This knob sets the LFO speed of the FM sound source parameters.
• P.DEPTH: This knob sets the depth of the LFO applied to the pitch of the FM
sound source parameters.
PROGRAM
Normally, this knob selects the program. In EDIT mode, this knob selects the FM
synthesis parameter.
ALGRTM
This knob selects the operator algorithm for the FM sound engine.
MIDI IN jack
By connecting a MIDI cable to this input, the volca fm can be played and controlled
by the MIDI output of an external device. SYX sound data les for the Yamaha DX7
can also be received.
SYNC (IN, OUT) jacks
These jacks allow you to synchronize your volca fm to Korg volca, monotribe or
other equipment—including an analog sequencer or a DAW. The polarity of the
SYNC jacks can be set using the global parameters.
• SYNC OUT: a 5 V pulse of 15 ms is sent at the beginning of each step.
• SYNC IN: If this jack is connected, the internal step-clock will be ignored, and the
volca fm sequencer will advance according to the pulses received here.
Connecting your headphones to this 1/8”stereo mini jack will mute the volca fm’s
internal speaker and allow you to create music in private.
ARP (Arpeggiator)
The arpeggiator plays the individual notes held on the keyboard in a rhythmic
paern.
• TYPE: Select one of the available arpeggiator paerns using this knob.
• DIV: Use this knob to change the note timing resolution of the arpeggiator.
TEMPO
The tempo knob sets the playback tempo for the arpeggiator and sequencer.
VOLUME
This is the master volume knob; use this to set the output level of volca fm.
(PLAY) button
Pressing this buon will cause the current sequence to begin playing. The (PLAY)
buon will light up during playback. Press this buon a second time to stop
MOTION SEQUENCE
This function records knob or slider operations that are performed while a sequence is being
recorded. Once the sequence has made a full cycle from the step where an operation was
performed, record is automatically deactivated.
• FUNC + ON/OFF: This turns motion sequencing on/o.
• FUNC + SMOOTH: If this is turned on, the parameters change smoothly during each step
according to the motion value recorded at the beginning of each step. If this is turned o, the
parameters change abruptly at the beginning of each step.
TIP Some parameters won’t play back smoothly.
• FUNC + CLEAR: All recorded knob adjustments will be erased.
TIP Motion Sequence can record operations of TRANSPOSE, VELOCITY and all clear knobs
except TEMPO.
CLEAR (erasing data)
• FUNC + ACT.STP: All values in the active step will be deleted
• FUNC + ALL: All sequence data will be erased.
• FUNC + (REC/ERASE) during playback: Use the keyboard buons to remove individual
sounds.
playback.
(REC) button
This records your performance on the keyboard buons as a sequence. If you press
this buon while stopped, you’ll enter record-ready mode (the buon will blink);
when you then press the (PLAY) buon, recording will start (the buon will light).
You can also start recording by playing the keyboard when in record-ready mode. If
you press the (REC) buon during playback, recording will start from the point at
which you pressed the buon.
Installing the batteries
On the back panel, locate the baery compartment and slide o the cover. Insert the
baeries—being sure to observe the correct polarity—and then replace the baery
cover.
ACTIVE STEP mode: FUNC button + (PLAY) button
Using the ACTIVE STEP mode, each step of the current sequence can be individually turned
on or o; disabled (o) steps will be skipped during playback and recording .
While holding down the FUNC buon, press the buon (ACTIVE STEP) to enter active
step mode.Each step of the current sequence can be turned on/o. Steps that are turned o
are disabled and will be skipped during playback and recording. The LEDs below the
keyboard buons representing the active steps will light up. When you’ve nished, press the
FUNC buon to exit active step mode.
Battery level indicator
When the volca fm is turned on, the LEDs below the keyboard buons indicate the
remaining amount of baery power. If all LEDs are lit up, the baeries are completely
full. Fewer lit LEDs mean that the baery level is correspondingly lower.
TIP Either alkaline or nickel-metal hydride baeries can be used. In order for the
TIP If the baeries are running low during usage of the volca fm, the low baery
TIP It’s not possible to turn o the low baery warning; however, you will be able to
Restoring all factory default FM sound programs and sequence data
1. While holding down the FUNC and MEMORY buons, turn the volca fm on.
The (REC) and (PLAY) buons will blink.
2. Press the (REC) buon to restore the factory defaults and start volca fm. Press the
(PLAY) buon to cancel the reset operation and simply start volca fm.
Restoring the factory defaults will erase any saved FM sound program and sequence data.
About the MIDI implementation chart
The volca fm can be controlled via MIDI; simply connect the MIDI output of an
external MIDI device to the MIDI IN jack of the volca fm. The MIDI messages that can
be received by the volca fm are listed in its MIDI implementation chart. You can
download the MIDI implementation chart for the volca fm from the Korg Web site.
(Headphone) jack
Turn the volca fm o before replacing the baeries.
Remove depleted baeries at once. Depleted baeries left in the baery
compartment may leak over time, and may cause malfunctions. Also, remove the
baeries if you will not be using the volca fm for an extended period of time.
Do not mix partially used baeries with new ones, and do not mix baeries of
diering types.
When using the AC adapter, the remaining baery level will not be indicated correctly.
remaining baery level to be detected and indicated correctly, the type of baeries
being used must be specied in the global parameters of the volca fm.
warning “bA Lo” will appear in the display. If the baeries run down
completely, the volca fm automatically turns o.
continue using the volca fm until the baeries have run down completely.
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