pocket
operators
frequently asked questions how do i turn off mypocket operator? my pocket operator won't start,even when i insert batteries.

remove the 2 x AAA batteries from the holder on the back side of the pocket operator.

use a spudger, pencil or similar tool, to remove the batteries out of their holder.

carefully adjust the four short-end connectors of the battery holder inwards slightly tighter towards each side.

insert two new fully charged batteries, and see if connection is established.

make sure the positive (+) and negative (-) poles of the batteries are well connected with the holder connectors on pocket operator, thus closing the circuit allowing unit to turn on.

how do i playdifferent notes/sounds?

make sure write mode is disengaged.

press buttons [1-16] to play different sounds.

guides how do i programdifferent notes/sounds?

make sure write mode is enabled. enter sounds/notes in the pattern.

hold a specific step and turn [knob A] to change pitch of the specific step.

press [play] to hear it.

what is write mode?

press and release the [write] button on the lower right hand side of the unit to toggle write mode on and off.

while write mode is active (indicated by the rec symbol on the display), pressing buttons [1-16] will place triggers in the corresponding grid positions, forming a pattern (indicated by lit LEDs).

press [play] to playback your pattern.

press [write] again to exit write mode.

how do i record in write mode?

press [play].

hold [write] while playing your notes [1-16].

how do i clear a pattern?

hold [function] and press [pattern].[function] is the top right button below the right encoder [B].

how do i synchronize mypocket operator?

all pocket operators can be synchronized to an audio click track.

hold the key on the right, just below knob B, and press bpm toggle sync modes.

keep holding and press bpm repeatedly to toggle between different modes.

there are 5 sync modes, where default is mode SY0 (sync off).

when sync is used the signal will be split between audio (right) and sync (left). modes 2-5 are available when a cable is connected to line in.

mode
SY0
SY1
SY2
SY3
SY4
SY5
input
stereo
stereo
sync
sync
mono/sync
mono/sync
output
stereo
mono/sync
stereo
mono/sync
stereo
mono/sync
video tutorial:
please note:
for external triggering make sure you use the right sync polarity, and that you use a signal that is maximum 5 Vpp (volt peak-to peak). any stronger signals need to be reduced before they can be used. failing to do so may harm the input and will not be covered by warranty.