HAWK-800 Constructions and Installations Instructions –
Kit
28 Pin Header Cable
16 Pin Header Cable
HAWK-800P
8.5 inches
8.5 inches
HAWK-800EX
5 inches
5 inches
HAWK-800MK2
10 inches
10 inches
Preparation
The basic steps involved in the successful completion of this project are:
1. Read through these instructions entirely so that you understand all of the required tasks and steps.
2. Check the kit for delivery of all components physically undamaged.
3. Obtain all of the needed tools and supplies.
4. Install all of the components onto the new HAWK-800 printed circuit board.
5. Modify and test the main board KLM-596 (KLM-1032 for the MK2).
6. Install the HAWK-800 board in your synthesizer.
7. Reinstall the original Korg boards and cables back into your synthesizer.
8. Upgrade the firmware in the synthesizer.
9. Test all functions in the upgraded synthesizer.
10. Begin using your upgraded synthesizer.
Read the Instructions
It is very important that you read all of the way through these instructions before beginning any work. This will give you a
good understanding of the steps involved in the project. If you need assistance you can contact
additional explanation of any part of these instructions. This project requires patience and about 2 hours to complete (3
hours for the MK2). You should give yourself 4 hours so that you have plenty of time to focus on each task. Do NOT rush
any step in this project. It is better to take extra time instead of ruining your synthesizer or the retrofit kit.
Required Tools and Supplies
To construct and install this kit will require (at minimum) the following tools:
1. Phillips screwdriver.
2. Small (2.5) flat blade screwdriver.
3. Small side cutter.
4. Small long nose pliers.
5. Long point tweezers (or an IC removing tool).
6. Suitable Soldering iron (around 20/40 watts with fine soldering tip).
7. Vacuum de-soldering tool (Example: Radio Shack Model: 64-2098 - Catalog #: 64-2098) or de-soldering bulb or de-
soldering 'sucker' pump.
You will need to obtain the following supplies:
1. De-soldering braid (Example: Radio Shack Model: 64-2090 - Catalog #: 64-2090.
2. Rosin core solder standard 60/40 formula for electronics work. Approx. 0.032” diameter.
3. When installing the HAWK-800 into an original Poly-800 (not the EX-800 or MK2 versions), it is necessary to obtain
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