Mogabi Msg 580ac-100 User manual

Steel Strings ModelMSG 580AC-100Nylon Strings ModelMSG 580CL-100User’s Manual

There are plenty of guitar brands out there and thank you for choosing MOGABI Smart Guitar. You havemade an excellent choice as it is a portable convenient smart guitar that replaces the existing guitar soundboxwith a speaker and incorporates the latest modern IT technology. MOGABI Guitar is equipped with a varietyof features such as recording and mixing, and also uses advanced high-quality sensors to reproduce verynatural and full resonance tone of the guitar.In order to fully and properly use the guitar, as well as for a long-term preservation, please be sure to readthis instruction manual before use. After reading the manual, please keep it in a convenient place for futurereference.MOGABI Smart Guitar®and the MOGABI brand logo are trademarks of ZIM Corporation.Contents3

19 SpecificationsSafety PrecautionsMain Body / AccessoriesName of PartsExternal Device Connection TerminalControl Panel / KnobRest Frame AssemblyRest Frame DisassemblyPower On / PlayingB/T (Near Field Communication) User GuideReverb / Recording User GuideUsing Recorded Sound SourcesPlaying in Silent ModeConnecting External DevicesFirmware UpgradeTruss Rod AdjustmentString ReplacementBefore Requesting Service

Specifications

Model Name MSG 580AC-100 (Acoustic) MSG 580CL-100 (Classic)Color Black (100BK), White (100WH), Red (100RD), Gold (100GD), Blue (100BL), Wood (100WD)Size 703 x 84 x 88mm (when carrying) 1065 x 320 x 45mm (when rest frame is attached)Weight Approx. 2.7KgNeck mahogany Field 580mm B-Band piezo pickupGuitar string Acoustic - Mogabi Strings Classical - Mogabi Strings Speaker 40mm full-range 4W x 2ea 40 x 83mm passive radiator x 1eaMainboard High-performance MCU with DSP (Digital Signal Processor) 2 Audio Codec 8Gb SD memory B/T (Near Field Communication) V4.0 Lithium-ion battery Digital Control Volume / Switch (Encoder) x 4 OLED Display (Dot Matrix 128 x 32)External Device Connection Earphone Out Ø3.5 Line Out Ø3.5 Dedicated terminal for charging C-Type data terminal (mobile phone, PC connection)Additional components Charger C to C Data Cable Soft bag 4 peaks (random) 4mm hexagon wrench KC: YU101307-20001KC: HU072701-20002BKCC: R-R-Rep-CH0161-1201400Korean Patent No. 10-1964004US patent US 10,504,493 B1Chinese patent ZL2019 1 0303443.0

Make sure to carefully read and fully understands below safety precautions.Please locate this manual where it is easily found, and read this part before use.WARNINGS

Please follow the basic precautions below to reduce the possibility of injury or death due to electric shock, shortcircuit, damage, fire, and other dangers. Please refer to the following precautions, but it is not subject to a limit of thefollowings.

Safety PrecautionsPOWER / CHARGER

•Do not place the power cord near heating devices such as heaters or radiators. Do not bend the cord excessivelyor place heavy objects on the top of it, as it may damage the cord.•Make sure to use the specified voltage only for this instrument. Voltage conditions are printed on the nameplate ofthe instrument.• Use only the specified charger. Using other chargers may cause failure, heat generation, or fire.• Check the power plug regularly, and make sure to remove any dirt or dust on it.• Do not connect any other chargers to the C-Type terminal, as it is a data-only terminal, it cannot be charged.

DO NOT DISSEMBLE

•Do not open the inside of the product or disassemble or modify the internal parts. It may cause electric shock, fire,injury or malfunction. If you suspect a malfunction, stop using it immediately and have it inspected by an authorizedMOGABI A/S center.

FLOOD WARNING

•Make sure not to get wet from rain, use in water or humid places, or do not place any objects (such as vases,bottles or glass cups) containing liquids that may spill over on it. If a liquid such as water leaks into the product,immediately turn off the power and ask an authorized MOGABI A/S center to inspect the instrument.•Do not plugin or unplug with wet hands. There is a risk of electric shock.MOGABI is not responsible for any damage or data loss or damagecaused by improper use or modification of the instrument.

WARNINGS

Please follow the basic precautions below to reduce the possibility of injury and death due to electric shock, shortcircuit, damage, fire and other hazards. There are the following precautions, but they are not limited to these.

Power / Charger

•Do not connect the charger using a power strip. Thesound quality may deteriorate or the outlet mayoverheat, resulting in a fire.•Make sure to hold the whole charger body whenunplugging it, not to pull the cord only. Doing so maycause damage to the cord and cause electric shockor fire.•Do not use if the charger's plug or cord is damaged.•Unplug the charger when not using this instrument fora long period of time or during a thunderstorm.

Assembly

•Please refer to the ’Attaching the frame' section,regarding rest frame assembly. Failure to follow theinstructions could result in personal injury or damageto the instrument.•After attaching the rest frame, please check whetherthe upper and lower frames are firmly joined.•Be careful not to get your fingers or hands caughtwhen attaching or removing the rest frame.

Installation

•Do not expose the instrument to extreme environmentssuch as to extremely high or low temperatures, directsunlight(e.g. inside the car during the day), nearstoves, etc. Also, to avoid damages to internalcomponents or deformation of the panel, do not ex-pose the instrument to vibration or dust.•Do not use the instrument near electronic devicessuch as speakers, TVs, and radios. The instrument'selectronic circuitry can cause noise on the TV orradio.•Do not install this instrument in an unstable environment.The main body may fall, causing a malfunction orinjury to the user or others.•When moving the guitar body, remove all connectedcables before moving to prevent damage to thecables or tripping over others.

Connection

•When connecting this instrument to other electronicdevices, turn off the power to all machines first beforeconnecting others. Turn the volume down to theminimum when the power is on.

Handling Caution

•When adjusting or replacing strings, do not bringthe instrument near your face. Strings may breakaccidentally and damage your eyes.•When replacing a string by cutting it, loosen thebobbin sufficiently before cutting the string. If the tightstring suddenly breaks, the neck can be damagedand the bounced string can cause serious injury.•Replace the strings one by one to prevent movementof the saddle and pickup sensor. Sensors are setunder the saddle to catch the vibrations of the strings.If the saddle falls, make sure the sensor position hasnot changed. If the sensor position is changed in anabnormal position, the sound quality may deteriorate.•Wipe the instrument with a soft cloth if necessary. Donot use thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-soaked wipes. Also, do not place vinyl or plasticproducts on the instrument. Discoloration or deteriorationmay occur.•Do not climb on the instrument or place heavy objectson it. Do not apply excessive force to buttons,switches or input/output terminals. There is a risk ofdamage to the body or injury to the user.•Do not turn up the volume or play it at an uncomfortablelevel for a long time. If you experience hearingimpairment or ringing in your ears, see an otolaryn-gologist.•When carrying, please carry in a MOGABI backpackor attach a machine-head cover. It may hit othersunintentionally or caught on clothes.

Please check if all of the below accessories are inside the package.

Body (neck, audio box)Rest frame 1 set (2ea)NeckAudio boxPeakPlease refer to below specification drawingsfor further understanding, but please note itmay be different from the actual appearance.Soft bagDedicated chargerC to C cableHexagon wrench(Only Classical Model)Product WarrantyUser's GuideGuitar body (Neck, Audio Box)Rest frame 1 set (2ea)Peak 4ea (random)Soft bagChargerC to C data charging cable4mm hexagon wrenchIns

Main Body / Accessory

Do not cause damage to the instrument byplacing it unfolded or the bridge side facingdown, placing objects on the top or hitting it.

Speaker

Strap Pin

(Additional Purchase)

Rest Frame

OLED Display

Mainboard

Control Knob

Lock Shaft

Hinge

Bridge

Piezo Pickup

Saddle

Pre-Amp

Rest Frame Horn

Truss Rod Cap

Strap Pin

(Additional Purchase)

String

Neck

Nut

Machine Head

Front BackName of Parts

External Device Connection TerminalCAUTION

•Before connecting the guitar to external equipment, make sure the power is turned off or the volume is turneddown completely on all equipment. Failure to do so could make loud sounds and damage your equipment orhearing.•When using earphones or headphones, do not play at high volume for long periods of time. It may permanentlydamage your hearing.

➊ Memory Reset

•Reset when the control knob does not work by inserting a thin pin into the hole and press it.

➋ Data

•Exchange the data by connecting a mobile phone with C-Type external device connection terminal•Please do not connect a C-Type charger other than the dedicated charger•Update the firmware to the latest version on the Mogabi website (www.mogabi.net).•You may use various functions through Mogabi mobile application.

➌ Earphone

•By connecting an earphone or headset, you could play in a silent mode.

➍ External Output

•Enjoy better quality music by connecting an instrument amplifier to the external output terminal.

➎ Charging

•Charge by connecting a dedicated charger.•It takes about 3 hours to fully charge. (2,600mAh)•When fully charged, it can be played continuously for about 6 hours.

➊➋ ➌ ➍ ➎

Control Panel / Knob➎ ➊ Main Volume/ Power

•Press the power shortly to turn the power on.•To adjust the volume, rotate the knob.•Adjust the volume level according to the performing condition as it is set to level 6 from the factorysetting.•Volume goes up to level 15 when connected to an external output terminal.•Press and hold the power button for more than 2 seconds to turn it off (Firmware version isdisplayed).•If there is no operation for more than 10 minutes, the power is automatically turned off. (ExcludingB/T and Mix mode)•Even if you are not listening to music, the power off does not work when paired.

➋ Mode Change

•Select the desired more by rotating the knob (Guitar mode, B/T mode, Mix mode).•In B/T mode or mix mode, you can adjust the B/T volume by pressing the knob shortly and thenrotating it.

➌ Select/ Play

•Rotate the knob to search the recorded list or select a sound source.•You may play or stop a recorded list by pressing it shortly in the selected situation.•If you press it shortly outside the recording list, the recently saved song is played.

➍ Reverb/ Record

•You may select or use the reverb effect.•You may adjust the reverb volume by rotating the knob.•Short press to start or stop recording your performance (only works in guitar mode and mix mode).

➎ OLED Display

•You may check the control status of the guitar.

Rest Frame Assembly

➊ Raise the hinge lock device and press to the UNLOCK position.➋ Check the locking device and unfold the neck part and audio box.➌ Press the locking device down to the LOCK position.➍ Align the rest frame with the neck fixing device vertically, then slide it inward to fit it. Assemblethe lower frame in the same way.➊ ➋ ➌ ➍

CAUTION

•Please check the direction of the locking device before folding or unfolding.

Rest Frame Disassembly

➊ Remove the upper and lower rest frames by pulling them towards the audio box.➋ Raise the hinge lock device and press it to the UNLOCK position.➌ Check the locking device and fold the neck and audio box.➍ Press the locking device downward to change it to the LOCK state.➊ ➋ ➌ ➍

12------

Power On / PlayingPower On/Off

•Press the power knob(1)shortly to turn it on.•Power off by pressing the power knob(1)over 2 seconds.•The firmware version is displayed when the power is turning off.

Playing

•When the power is on, automatically in the guitar mode status.•Turn knob(1)to adjust the volume and play.•The level of volume is set to level 6 initially from the factory.•The whole level is from 1 to 15, but a level below 10 is recommended when playing. The high level may producedistorted sounds.•The high volume level is for external speaker output connecting the Ø3.5 terminal.

Switching Mode

•When the power is on, automatically in the guitar mode status.•Turn knob(2)to select the desired mode.•This guitar provides guitar mode, B/T mode, and mix mode.- Guitar Mode (Gtr.): When playing or recording in general.- B/T Mode (B/T): When listening to music by connecting to a B/T- Mix Mode (Mix): Guitar+B/T mode. When connecting to a B/T device and listening to music or recordinga performance overlaid on the background sound. Push and turn the knob to adjust the B/Tvolume.

Sleep Mode

•By clicking the volume knob(1),the howling removal feature is activated and displayed in the window asSleep.•The nature of the guitar may occur howling in the guitar mode or mix mode which uses the vibration of the stringswhen it is on standby or standing while the power is on. When not in use, it is highly recommended to turn off thepower as much as possible or click the knob(1)and put it in Sleep mode.•When howling occurs, click the knob(1)or lightly press the vibration of the string with your palm to stophowling.•When in sleep mode, cannot play the guitar with the built-in speaker.•To resume playing in sleep mode, click the volume knob(1)or operate other knobs to deactivate the sleepmode.

CAUTION

•Please be sure to turn the power off or turn down the volume completely on all devices before connecting to theguitar with external equipment. Failure to do so may output loud sounds and damage your equipment or hearing.

Using B/T (Near Field Communication)Bluetooth (B/T) definition

•It is a wireless communication technology for short-distance connections.•The sound may be interrupted by other radio waves or if another B/T is connected.•There is no charge for connecting each device with B/T wireless technology.•You may listen to sound sources from any B/T mobile phone or B/T devices via a wireless connection.•Supportable devices: mobile phone, laptop, etc.•B/T version: 4.0

Pairing

•Pairing is the process of registering B/T devices with each other.•Before pairing, check whether the B/T function is activated on the other B/T device.•Search for a B/T device in Pairing Devices and select MOGABI.•Check the connection on the Pairing Device or Others (B/T icon)•Once pairing is complete, there is no need to perform pairing again.•Please refer to the manual regarding B/T devices pairing.•MOGABI Smart Guitar is active only in B/T mode and Mix mode.

Listening to Music with Speakers

•Turn the mode knob(2)and select the B/T mode.•Search and play music on a paired B/T device (PC, mobile phone).•Search and play music on a paired B/T device, and pressing the mode knob(2)in B/T mode enters the B/Tvolume adjustment state. In this state, turn knob(2)to adjust the volume.

Playing in Mix mode

•Turn the mode knob(2)to select and confirm the Mix mode.•Search and play music on a paired B/T device.•In the mix mode, push knob(2)to enter the B/T volume level adjustment stage and turn knob(2)to adjustthe volume level or adjust it on the B/T device.•Play the guitar while adjusting the volume with knob(1).•Adjust the appropriate balance between the B/T volume and the guitar volume.

CAUTION

•When using earphones or headphones, please do not play music at high volume or play for a long time. It maydamage your hearing permanently.

Using Reverb/ Recording

The recording level is fixed at a certain level regardless of the B/T playback volume. It is possible to record even at volume 0.When recording begins and finishes, a short beep sounds once and the beep is not recorded.A single recorded file can be recorded for up to 45 minutes.When recording for 2 hours in a row, the recorded files are cut every 45 minutes and 3 files are created.

Using Reverb

•Check the mode whether it is in Guitar mode or Mix mode.•Reverb does not operate in B/T mode.•Turn the reverb knob(4)to find the appropriate reverb volume.

Recording in Guitar Mode

•Turn knob(2)to set the Guitar mode.•Press knob(4)shortly to start the recording.•Play the guitar.•Press knob(4)shortly to stop the recording.

Recording in Mix Mode

•Turn knob(2)to set the Mix Mode.•Search for music on the paired B/T device and set it to the starting point.•Press knob(4)shortly to start the recording.•Play the music on the B/T device.•Play the guitar along with the accompaniment.•Press knob(4)shortly to stop recording.

Recording Reverb

•Turn knob(2)to set the Mix Mode or Guitar mode.•Turn knob(4)to control the reverb volume.•In the Mix Mode, search for music on the paired B/T device and set it to the starting point.•Press knob(4)shortly to start the recording.•Play the music on the B/T device.•Play the guitar along with the accompaniment.•Press knob(4)shortly to stop recording.

Using Recorded Sound SourcesChecking the Recorded File

•Up to 99 recordings can be recorded, and recordings after that are overwritten at 99th.•Unnecessary recorded files can be deleted from external devices (mobile phone, PC, etc.).•When No.05 is deleted among files No.01-10, the number of the next recorded file is No.11 and it issaved in location 05, where No.05 was saved.•It is possible to move and copy the recorded file saved in an external device back to MOGABI guitar, but someexternal WAV files may not be supported.•The file name on the connected PC or mobile phone is modifiable in English and/or numbers only. Other languagesare not supported.

Playing recorded files

•The performed sound source is saved as .wav file.•Turn the select knob(3)to check the recording files.•The last recorded file is displayed.•While the sound source list is displayed, you can select, play and stop the sound files by pressing knob(3)shortly.•Press knob(3)shortly to play the last file while the list is not displayed.•Using C type cable terminal, you may select and delete unnecessary sound files from external devices such asPCs or mobile phones.

Playing the Dub

•Turn Mode knob(2)to set the Guitar or Mix mode.•Turn Select knob(3)to check the sound source files.•If the sound source is selected, press knob(3)shortly to play the guitar along with the source file.

Recording Dubbing

•Move sound source files using C-type cable to other devices such as PCs or mobile phones.•Turn Mode knob(2)to set to Mix mode, and check if it is connected with other devices.•Press knob(4)and start the recording.•Play the guitar while playing the sound source file recorded from an external device.•Press knob(4)shortly to stop the recording.

Memory Reset

•When the power is off, pressing the power knob(1)while simultaneously pressing the mode knob(2)and the selection knob(3)will reset the memory.

Connecting External DevicesSharing recording files

•Using a C-type terminal connection turns into USB mode and each knob function is deactivated.•Using a C-type terminal connection connects with other devices such as mobile phones, tablets, and PCs to selectunnecessary sound source files and delete, or move to other devices and share with others.•When saving a recorded file, the producing date is not the recording date but the date of the firmware release.

CAUTION

•Use a C to C cable for data only.•Charging is not possible through the C-type terminal.•This guitar does not act as an external memory device. Do not move files, etc. from the external device to the guitar.

Connecting an External Amplifier

•An external amplifier could be connected with Ø3.5 to Ø5.5 gender or Ø3.5 to Ø5.5 audio cable to the line-outterminal.- Ø3.5 gender or audio cables are sold separately and are not included with this product.- When connected to an external output terminal, the volume rises to level 15. (1~15Lv.)

Connecting Earphones

•By connecting earphones to the earphone jack, you may play quietly.

CAUTION

•Before connecting the guitar to the external equipment, make sure the power is off or the volume is turned downcompletely on all equipment. Failure to do so may produce loud sounds and damage your equipment or hearing.•When using earphones or headphones, do not listen at high volume for long periods of time as it may permanentlydamage your hearing.

Data

Line Out

Earphone

Playing in Silent ModeUsing Earphones

•Check whether it is in guitar mode or mix mode.•Connect earphones, turn the volume knob (1)to set the proper volume and play the guitar.•Even if you record in earphone mode, the original sound of the performance is recorded at an appropriatevolume.•When connecting earphones or headphones, white noise may occur. Playing for a long time can affect yourhearing.

Playing quietly

•Check if it is in Guitar or Mix mode.•Set Volume knob(1)to 0 and play the guitar.•Even recording at volume 0, the original sound is recorded at an appropriate volume.

Firmware Upgrade

1. Visit the official MOGABI website and download the firmware upgrade program.2, Download the latest firmware version.3. Turn off the MOGABI guitar.4. While pressing knob(4), connect the C-type cable to the PC. If the connection successful, you will hear the beepsound.5. When the connection is complete, release knob(4).6. Run the downloaded upgrade program.7. Click "Choose" at the bottom of the program screen to open a pop-up window of firmware upgrade.8. Select the latest firmware version activates the "Upgrade" text at the bottom.9. Click "Upgrade" to proceed.10. When the upgrade is complete, click "Quit" and disconnect the C-Type Cable.Please upgrade the firmware regularly to improve the functionality of the MOGABI guitar. Firmware upgradeavailable on the official MOGABI website. Please follow the instruction below. (www.mogabi.net)

Truss Rod Adjustment (Only Acoustic Model)

•If the neck is bent, adjust the truss rod to correct the neck.•The truss rod of this product is adjusted using a 4mm hexagon wrench.•The bend of the neck supposes to be slightly concave. Turning the nut clockwise tightens the rod and adjusts se-vere convex curves.•Adjust gradually. Please take 5 to 10 minutes of setting time, and check the bend every time by turning the trussrod nut half a turn.•It is recommended to ask the professionals or the guitar store to adjust the truss rod.ConvexConcaveIn the case of severe convexIn the case of severe concave

String ReplacementCAUTION

•Do not place your face near the instrument when adjusting or replacing strings. The string may break accidentallyand damage your eyes.•When replacing a string by cutting it, loosen enough the bobbin before cutting it.•If the tight string breaks suddenly, the neck of the guitar may be damaged as well as serious injury may result fromthe bouncing string.•A pickup that responds to string vibrations is installed under the saddle.•Replace the strings one at a time to prevent the pickup position from shifting.In the case of a classical guitar, if a string is not for the field which is 580mm (3/4 size), the tension is tooweak to obtain sufficient resonance. Please make sure to use a suitable string.

Issue Solution There is no power. •The battery is discharged. Please charge the battery. •Connect the product to a proper charger. No sound or distorted sound. •The volume level may set to the minimum. Please adjust the volume of theguitar or connected smart devices. •The sound may be distorted due to the high volume of the external device.Turn down the volume of the external device. •If this unit is used for purposes other than music playback, the sound qualitymay deteriorate or the unit may not function properly. B/T pairing does not work. •Reboot the B/T setting by turning off and on, then try again. •Make sure the B/T setting is turned on. •Make sure there are no obstacles between this device and the B/T device. •B/T pairing may not work well depending on the type of B/T device or thesurrounding environment.The guitar does not work properly. •If the battery is completely discharged, stored B/T information may be deleted. •When the power is cut off, previous settings may not be saved. •Use this product in a suitable place where the temperature and humidity arenot too high or too low. •If this problem is not resolved, contact the service center.

Before Requesting Service

Issues may be with unfamiliarity or minor causes not a malfunction of the product. In this case, if you check belowyou may not have to go to the store or service center for help. Please check below, if you cannot solve after checkingbelow, please contact the service center.

•Battery Warranty Period

- MOGABI Smart Guitar's battery(2,600mAh) life is more than one year, but the warranty period is 6 months to preventexcessive use by consumers, and after 6 months, repairs are charged in principle.

•Exchange / Return / Refund Information

- If the user wants to exchange or refund the product, please contact the service center within 7 days of purchase.- Exchange and refunds due to the customers’ change of mind should be made immediately upon receipt of theproduct, and all shipping costs are charged to the customer.- Exchange/Return/Refund is not possible if the product is damaged due to opening and use.- In the case of product defects, all shipping costs are paid by the company.

•Non-exchange / return / refund cases

- In case the value of the product is reduced due to damage to the product or packaging- When the period for requesting an exchange or refund has passed (within 7 days)- In case the value of the product is reduced by use after purchase- When part of the constituent product is missing or damaged- In the event of product failure due to user's negligence

Manual Development ©ZIM CorporationPublished 01/2021 www.mogabi.netThe contents of this manual are based on the latest specifications as of the publication date.To download the latest manual, please visit www.mogabi.net

This manual suits for next models

Table of contents