PA3X Internal Clock

Bob H2 · Post by **Bob H2** » Fri Apr 20, 2012 11:37 pm

The PA3X has an internal clock that is used to put dates on files that are saved. The clock can be set at a Global Edit page (Global - General Controls - Clock and Battery). That page also shows the remaining charge for the RAM backup battery. I believe the clock time is maintained with the same battery when the keyboard is turned off but I am not sure. At least, the clock originally retained it's time when the keyboard was turned off.

The internal clock in my PA3X now only works while the unit is turned on. When the keyboard is switched to the standby mode, or turned off, the clock resets itself to the original production date of May 18, 2007. So, it apparently has no backup power functioning. This is the case even though the RAM backup battery shows a full charge with 139 hours remaining.

Does anyone know if there is a separate battery for the internal clock? And, secondly, is this something that can only be fixed with warranty repair?

Vex · Post by **Vex** » Fri Apr 20, 2012 11:42 pm

I was just about to report that same issue... Same thing is happening to me...but I'm not sure how long problem persist ,but I noticed identical situation several days ago!

mercede1 · Post by **mercede1** » Sun Apr 22, 2012 7:51 am

I have exactly the same problem too

Bob H2 · Post by **Bob H2** » Wed May 30, 2012 11:22 pm

I received and installed the replacement RAM backup battery today. It did not solve the problem with the clock.

I assume Korg is working on this issue along with the software update scheduled for the next month or so.

karmathanever · Post by **karmathanever** » Thu May 31, 2012 12:36 am

I was wondering if it could be realted to the model:-
Let's narrow this down just a little - are all of you on a PA3X-61?

The reason I ask is because I have a PA3X-76 and have no issues with date/clock on mine - all works fine...

This should be reported in the "Sticky" bugs list for Korg OS 1.11.

Cheers

Pete

zox2003 · Post by **zox2003** » Thu May 31, 2012 2:28 am

I have PA3X-61 and have not experienced that issue.Everything looks normal.Removed old battery and installed new one.Everything was OK.Nothing changed and everything is correct.

Bob H2 · Post by **Bob H2** » Thu May 31, 2012 2:36 am

Pete, I think you just got your PA3X is that not true? The clock in my keyboard worked for about three weeks or so. Then it became intermittent and finally just stopped working when the keyboard was switched to standby. I would assume that the internal electronics for this function should be the same for both the 61 and 76 key models.

The fact that the clock worked for a while worries me. That is not normally a software related problem . . . Several people have told me that Korg is aware of the problem and is working on it.

Would appreciate any Korg comment . . .

smstome · Post by **smstome** » Thu May 31, 2012 2:54 am

61 here . The clock resets itself if disconnected from the power.

Lika · Post by **Lika** » Thu May 31, 2012 6:20 am

Hi.
I have PA3X - 61 and never had this problem ...
before changing and after changing battery all is OK with Clock !!!

karmathanever · Post by **karmathanever** » Thu May 31, 2012 3:41 pm

Bob H2 wrote:The clock in my keyboard worked for about three weeks or so. Then it became intermittent and finally just stopped working when the keyboard was switched to standby.

Interesting... anyone else experience the same as this?

Pete

taletdk · Post by **taletdk** » Thu May 31, 2012 8:16 pm

I think is difrent batery for clock

Lika · Post by **Lika** » Fri Jun 01, 2012 5:49 am

taletdk wrote:I think is difrent batery for clock

Yes - as said Trajche - for Clock Battery you have to change this battery -

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smstome · Post by **smstome** » Fri Jun 01, 2012 7:03 am

It doesn't look like pa3x internals for me

RichF · Post by **RichF** » Fri Jun 01, 2012 2:32 pm

Hello all,

We received some new information that contrasts with a previous post we made, so I just wanted to let you know that the sample RAM backup battery does NOT regulate the internal clock. It is in fact a different battery. I apologize for any confusion.

if you're experiencing an issue with the clock, Korg does not recommend you attempting to change this battery by yourself, as this will void your keyboard's warranty. Instead, please take your Pa3X to a Korg-authorized service center.

Thanks,
-Rich

smstome · Post by **smstome** » Fri Jun 01, 2012 6:40 pm

I had triton extreme for 6 years with working clock and then the battery gaveup and i replaced.

But my pa3x clock battery was exhausted since the time i purchased it !!!!!
Oh what a quality control ???