ank you for purchasing the KORG DM-1, an
earphone-type metronome used for dribbling and
sports practice.
e DM-1 was designed by KORG in collaboration
with dribble designer Masakazu Okabe, a soccer
coach who specializes in dribble training. is
product is an earphone-type metronome for use in
dribble practice and sports training that lets you
train while feeling the rhythm with your body.
e DM-1 features nine dierent rhythm patterns,
along with 30 types of dribble training exercises by
Masakazu Okabe for you to practice.
You can also use the DM-1 to improve your
performance in many kinds of sports that require
rhythmical or repetitive motion such as walking,
running in tempo and so on.
Precautions
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.
• Close to magnetic elds.
Power supply
Be sure to turn the power switch to OFF when the unit is
not in use. Remove the battery in order to prevent it from
leaking when the unit is not in use for extended periods.
Interference with other electrical devices
Radios and televisions placed nearby may experience re-
ception 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.
Care
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
Aer 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 equip-
ment. 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.
Notice for Parents (Please Read)
●
is product contains small parts which could be
swallowed by infants and small children, causing a
choking hazard. Keep this product out of reach of small
children.
●
If the batteries in the product have been acci-
dentally swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
Notice regarding disposal (EU only)
If this symbol is shown on the product, manual,
battery, 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 battery contains heavy
metals in excess of the regulated amount, a chemical
symbol is displayed below the symbol on the battery or
battery package.
is device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) is device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B.
THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for USA)
NOTE: is 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. ese limits are de-
signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. is 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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-
ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help.
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.
CALIFORNIA USA ONLY
Perchlorate Material–special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (for USA)
Responsible Party: KORG USA INC.
Address: 316 SOUTH SERVICE ROAD, MELVILLE, NY
Telephone: 1-631-390-6500
Equipment Type: WEARABLE SPORTS METRONOME
Model: DM-1
is device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Opera-
tion is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) is device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CONSUMERS
is 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.
Specications
Temp o : ♩=30–300/min (BPM)
Rhythm pattern: 9
Tempo accuracy: ±0.1%
Speaker: piezoelectric speaker
Power supply: 3V lithium battery CR 2032
Battery life:
200 hours (continuous use at Tempo = 120,
Rhythm pattern = P4, Volume = Lo)
Dimensions (W × D × H):
52 × 23 × 39 mm / 2.05″× 0.91″× 1.54″
Weig ht: 8 g / 0.28 oz. (including battery)
Included items: Owner’s Manual
CR2032 lithium battery (3V)
ear caps (S, M, L)
carrying pouch
• Specications and appearance are subject to change without
notice for improvement.
• All product names and company names are the trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Using the DM-1 for other sports
Aside from soccer dribble practice, you can use the DM-1
in a variety of sports training situations that require
rhythmical or repetitive motion.
Using the DM-1 when walking or running
e DM-1 helps you to keep the pace when walking or
running.
Find the right tempo to match your endurance, method of
training and your body’s condition on that day.
Using the DM-1 for various kinds of sports training
Training with the DM-1 will help you to improve your
motor skills by gaining a sense of rhythm. For example, you
can use the DM-1 in ladder training sets to work on your
instantaneous force and for step work training, or for train-
ing in sports aside from soccer where tempo and rhythm
are essential, such as ball games and the martial arts.
Using the DM-1 (continued)
Practicing dribbling
To begin, check out this training video by Masakazu
Okabe. A training menu with 30 dierent exercises (at
right) is featured.
Use the standard camera app or
a dedicated QR code reader app
on your smartphone or tablet to
scan the QR code shown.
Watch and memorize the exam-
ples, and then try them yourself
along with the DM-1.
Training menu (refer to video)
Tempos listed are guidelines only. Adjust to your own values as necessary.
#
Training menu
Rhythm
pattern
Temp o
#Training menu
Rhythm
pattern
Temp o
#Training menu
Rhythm
pattern
Temp o
1Double Touch
P 1 180
11 Double Touch Out Roll
P 1 150
21 Ninja Touch
P 1 200
2Empty Step Double Touch
P 1 180
12 Reverse Double Touch
P 1 150
22 Ninja Cancel
P 1 200
3Vertical Empty Double Touch
P 1 180
13 Double Touch Flip Flap
P 1 170
23 Ninja Double Touch
P 3 150
4Vertical Scratch
P 1 180
14 Double Touch Feint
P 1 170
24 L-Shadow
P 1 130
5Horizontal Scratch
P 1 180
15 Whip
P 1 170
25 Two-Leg Triangle
P 1 160
6Vertical/Horizontal Scratch
P 1 180
16 Out Circle
P 2 150
26 Korg Special 1
d 1 130
7
Back Vertical/Horizontal Scratch
P 1 120
17 Out In Circle
P 2 150
27 Korg Special 2
d 2 100
8Triangle
P 1 150
18 Back Roll 4 Step
P 2 170
28 Korg Special 3
d 3 130
9
3D Empty Step Double Touch
P 1 150
19 Back Roll 3 Step
P 2 170
29 Korg Special 4
d 4 130
10 Double Touch In Roll
P 1 150
20 Vertical Roll Spin
P 4 100
30 Korg Special 5
d 5 130
Using the DM-1
Turning the power on
❶Press the (power) button.
A number (the tempo) is shown
in the display, and the sound
begins to play.
❷Hold down the (power)
button to turn the power o.
When the batteries run low, the display blinks. When
this occurs, replace the batteries as soon as possible.
Learning how to use this unit
Changing the tempo
❶Press the mode button to select
the tempo setting screen in the
display.
is setting screen is selected when
the power is turned on.
❷Use the jog switch to change the tempo. The select-
able tempo range is from 30 to 300.
Changing the rhythm pattern
❶Press the mode button to select
the rhythm pattern setting screen
in the display.
❷Use the jog switch to change the rhythm pattern.
The DM-1 features nine dierent rhythm patterns
(see the table at right).
Changing the volume
❶Press the mode button to select
the volume setting screen in the
display.
❷Use the jog switch to change the volume. There are
two volume settings.
To protect your hearing, do not listen at loud volumes
for a long period of time.
Rhythm patterns
Display
Rhythm pattern Explanation
P 1
(no time signature) Basic patterns for use in
various kinds of sports
training.
P 2
(two beats)
P 3
(three beats)
P 4
(four beats)
d 1
KORG Special 1 Rhythm patterns made
especially for the actions
required in soccer.
Use these for the KORG
Special 1–5 practice in
the training menu (table
shown below).
d 2
KORG Special 2
d 3
KORG Special 3
d 4
KORG Special 4
d 5
KORG Special 5
Wearing the unit on your ear
You can wear the DM-1 on either your le or right ear.
Wearing on your right ear
❶
Slide the ear hook to the right.
❷Rotate the ear cap counter-
clockwise.
Wearing on your left ear
❶Slide the ear hook to the left.
❷Rotate the ear cap clockwise.
e ear cap can move within a 220°
range. Use caution, as the unit may
break if you rotate it any further.
❸While tting the unit onto your ear with the ear
hook, insert the ear cap into your earhole.
Adjust the ear cap so that it ts properly.
Getting ready for use
Part names
Jog switch
Edits the value.
Ear hook
Attach this to your ear to make the DM-1 stay on your
ear more securely.
Ear cap
Select one of the included ear caps (S, M, L) that
matches your ear size.
Mode button
Selects the tempo, rhythm pattern and
volume setting screens.
(power) button
Turns the power on and o.
Display
Shows the settings.
Be sure to use the included ear caps. Other ear caps may
cause the unit to fall out more easily, or the ear caps might
stick in your ear and you might have trouble taking them out.
Installing the battery
❶Slide the battery cover in the
direction of the arrow.
❷Open the cover by pulling it
diagonally upwards.
❸Tilt the battery slightly and
push it under the tab.
Make sure that the + and −
terminals on the battery are
correctly oriented.
❹Close the cover to return it to its original position.
When removing the battery, turn the
DM-1 upside down and insert your
ngernail under the battery at the ★
mark to make it easier to remove.
Never insert any metal objects into the gap between the
battery and the unit.
Make sure that the DM-1 is turned o before removing
the battery.
Tabs
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