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Simmons SD5X User Manual

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Electronic Drum Kit
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SD5X
Electronic Drum Kit
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Simmons SD5X Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeElectronic Drum Kit
Number of Drums5
Cymbal Pads3
User Kits10
ConnectivityUSB, MIDI, Aux In, Headphone Out
Included AccessoriesDrum Sticks

Summary

Taking Care of Your Digital Drum Kit

Location

Optimal placement to prevent deformation, discoloration, or damage from environmental factors.

Power Supply

Guidelines for turning off power, unplugging AC adapter, and avoiding overloaded outlets.

Handling and Transport

Precautions for moving the unit, avoiding force, and preventing damage from impacts.

Cleaning

Instructions on using a dry soft cloth, a damp cloth, and avoiding harsh cleaners.

Electrical Interference

Advice on avoiding interference with radio or television receivers by moving the unit.

Service and Modification

Warning that the unit has no user-serviceable parts and modifications void the warranty.

PANEL CONTROLS

User Interface

Explains the functions of the volume knob, buttons, and LED display on the module.

CONNECTIONS

Pads and Pedal

Instructions for connecting the drum pads and hi-hat pedal to the sound module.

OPERATION

Turning the Power On

Steps to safely power on the drum module after all connections are made.

Setting the Main Volume

Guidance on adjusting the overall volume level to a comfortable listening experience.

PATTERN

Selecting a Pattern

How to choose and set the pattern number from 001 to 040.

Adjusting the Accompaniment Volume

How to adjust the volume of the pattern's accompaniment from 0 to 32.

Adjusting the Drum Volume

How to adjust the volume of the drum sounds within a pattern from 0 to 32.

DRUM KIT

Selecting a Kit

How to select one of the 14 preset drum kits.

Adjusting the Kit Volume

How to adjust the volume level for the selected drum kit from 0 to 32.

Toggling Reverb On/Off

How to turn the reverb effect for the drum kit on or off.

VOICE

Selecting the Voice

How to select individual drum instrument sounds from 1 to 130.

Adjusting the Voice Volume

How to adjust the volume level for individual drum instrument sounds from 0 to 32.

TEMPO

Adjusting the Tempo

How to set the tempo of the drum kit, ranging from 30 to 280 BPM.

CLICK

Adjusting the Time Signature

How to set the time signature for the click, e.g., 4/4, 3/4.

Adjusting the Click Interval

How to set the rhythmic interval or subdivision for the click sound.

Adjusting the Click Instrument

How to select the sound used for the metronome click.

Adjusting the Click Volume

How to set the volume level for the metronome click sound.

PLAYING

Playing the Demo

How to activate and play the built-in demonstration sequence.

Playing the Pattern

Instructions on how to start and stop playback of selected patterns.

Playing the Click

How to start and stop the metronome click for practice.

APPENDICES

Restore factory presets

Procedure to reset all settings to their original factory default values.

Specifications

Lists key specifications of the SD5X Electronic Drum Kit, including components and controls.

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