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Introduction
Before using the D3200
for the first time
Main featuresParts and their functionItems and functions in the
LCD screen
Basic operation
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Korg D3200 Digital Recording Studio.
To take full advantage of the D3200’s functions, and to enjoy trouble-free use,
please read this manual carefully and use this product only as directed. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future reference.
Included items
Make sure that the following included items are present.

Before using the D3200 for the first time

Please observe the following points when using the D3200.
Power on/off
The D3200 is a precision instrument, similar to a personal computer, equipped
with an internal hard disk drive and a CD-R/RW drive. When turning the power
on and off, follow the procedures shown below.
Before you turn on the power, make sure that the power cable is firmly plugged into the D3200
and into an AC outlet.
Power-on
(1)Lower the D3200’s MONITOR LEVEL knob to the
position. Set the volume controls of your external equip-
ment to their lowest position.
(2)Turn on the power of external input devices such as key-
boards that are sending audio to the D3200.
(3)Turn on the main power switch (POWER ON) located on the
rear panel of the D3200.
The STANDBY indicator will light. The D3200 is now in the
“standby” condition.
A certain amount of time will be required from when you turn on the main power until the
STANDBY indicator lights.
(4)Press the power (ON) key located on the top panel to turn
the D3200 on.
The opening screen will appear in the LCD, and then the
SONG page will appear.
A certain amount of time from when you press the power-on key until
the opening screen appears.
The next time you turn the power on, the song that had been
selected prior to the previous power-off will be selected.
(5)Turn on the power of your external output devices, such as
the monitor system to which the D3200 is sending audio.
If the power is turned off accidentally while the D3200 is being used, the
D3200 itself or its internal hard disk drive may be damaged.
Owner’s Manual (this document) Power cable

Important

(3)
(4)(1)
The opening screen (D3200)