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Chapter 2: Dark Fire Robot II Tuning Functions
To get started, pull the MCK out. This initiates default mode, where Dark Fire is ready to tune to
standard tuning, and the selected Chameleon Tone is Gibson Classic. To indicate this, the MCK
Display Matrix alternates between the letters "S" (Standard Tuning) and "G" (Gibson Classic).
Caution: Never use a motorized key winder or manual key winder tool on Dark Fire's
Powerhead tuning keys, because applying these mechanical devices could cause damage to
the Powerhead's internal parts.
Instantly Activated Tuning
Once in default mode from pulling the MCK out, here's how to tune to standard tuning (A=440Hz).
1. Strum all six strings normally—not too hard, not too soft.
2. The Powerheads will turn robotically and the MCK's String LEDs will shine various colors to
indicate tuning status. Here's what the colors mean:
Red (solid): String not in tune, or not yet tuned
Red (flashing): Measuring string frequency
Blue (solid): Signal is clipping (the strum was too hard; strum more softly))
Yellow flashing: Powerheads turning to tune string
Purple solid: String frequency at extreme end of range
Green: Individual string in tune
All LEDs off, except one LED solid blue: Tuning is complete
White (blinking): Short circuit detected. Check if the string touches the tail piece, the bridge, a
fret, or another string. Check that the string is cut close to the posts, and also check that it is in
the center of the bridge saddle..
3. When the guitar is in tune, all LEDs will turn off except for the currently selected LED position
(either E, A, D, G, B, or e), which will shine solid blue.
4. If all the LEDs don't turn off as described in step 3, strum all six strings again. This may be
necessary if the guitar is considerably out of tune. It should take only one or two strums for
Dark Fire to be in tune.
5. Push the MCK back in—you're ready to play.
Note: You can change your desired Instantly Activated Tuning (for example, to an alternate tuning),
and even the Calibration, as described in the Setup Mode section. You can also change the default
Chameleon Tone.
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