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Yamaha DTX400K User Manual

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DTX400K/DTX430K/DTX450K Owners Manual
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Owners Manual
DTX400K
DTX430K
DTX450K
ELECTRONIC DRUM KIT
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Yamaha DTX400K Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeElectronic
Product colorBlack

Summary

Special Message Section

Product Specifications and Changes

Details on specifications subject to change and important notices regarding product usage.

Battery and Environmental Notices

Information on battery usage, safety, and environmental considerations for the product.

FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)

Modifying the Unit

Warning against unauthorized modifications to the unit that could void FCC authorization.

Cable Connection Requirements

Guidance on using high-quality shielded cables and following installation instructions.

Product Compliance and Interference

Information on FCC Part 15 compliance and measures to eliminate interference.

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

PRECAUTIONS

Electrical Safety Warnings

Covers power supply, water exposure, fire hazards, and handling abnormalities.

Assembly and Location Safety

Instructions for safe assembly, component handling, and instrument placement.

PRECAUTIONS

Handling and Maintenance Guidelines

Advice on handling, cleaning, and environmental conditions for optimal performance.

Copyright and Manual Information

Notes on copyright of musical data and illustrations within the manual.

Optional Pad Information

Information regarding optional external pads and where to find updates.

Welcome

Product Manuals

Owner's Manual Structure

Overview of the Owner's Manual sections: Setup, Basic, Advanced, and Reference.

MIDI Reference Manual Information

Details on the MIDI Reference Manual content and how to access it.

Setup

First Steps for Setup

Four initial steps to get started with your electronic drum kit.

Setup

Package Contents for DTX400K

List and illustration of all parts included with the DTX400K model.

Setup

Package Contents for DTX430K

List and illustration of all parts included with the DTX430K model.

Setup

Package Contents for DTX450K

List and illustration of all parts included with the DTX450K model.

Setup

Assembly Guide Introduction

Overview of the assembly process, including safety precautions and required assistance.

Assembly Guide

Attaching Third Tom and Left Arm

Step-by-step instructions for attaching tom parts and the left arm to the rack.

Attaching the Drum Module

Detailed steps for mounting the drum module onto the rack assembly.

Assembly Guide

Attaching First/Second Tom and Snare Pad (DTX400K)

Instructions for attaching tom parts and the snare pad for DTX400K.

Assembly Guide

Attaching Snare Pad (DTX430K/DTX450K)

Instructions for attaching the snare pad for DTX430K and DTX450K models.

Assembly Guide

Attaching Hi-hat Holder (DTX400K/DTX430K/DTX450K)

Steps to attach the hi-hat holder to the rack for specific models.

Attaching Cymbal Holders

Instructions for mounting the cymbal holders onto the first/second tom part.

Assembly Guide

Attaching the Hi-hat

Procedure for attaching the hi-hat and adjusting its stopper pin position.

Assembling Cymbal and Hi-hat Pads

Steps to assemble the cymbal and hi-hat pads onto their respective holders.

Rotating Tom Pads into Place

Instructions for rotating and securing the tom pads to the rack.

Assembly Guide

Assembling the Kick Pad

Detailed steps for assembling the kick pad and connecting it to the foot pedal.

Positioning Hi-hat Controller and Kick Drum

Guidance on correctly positioning the hi-hat controller and kick drum components.

Assembly Guide

Fine-tuning Pad and Module Positions

Adjusting the position and angle of pads and drum module for playability.

Connecting Pads to Drum Module

Instructions for connecting all drum pads to the drum module using snake cables.

Setup

Connecting the Power Supply

Steps to connect the power adapter and ensure safe power delivery.

Connecting Headphones or Speakers

How to connect audio output devices like headphones or speakers.

Connecting a Music Player

Instructions for connecting an external music player for practice.

Setup

Turning the Drum Module On and Off

Procedure for powering the drum module on and off correctly.

Auto Power-Off Function

Explanation of the auto power-off feature and how to disable it.

Restoring Factory Default Settings

How to reset the drum module to its original factory settings.

Setup

Component Names and Functions Overview

Identification of the drum module's main components and their functions.

Control Panel Button Functions

Detailed explanation of each button on the drum module's control panel.

Component Names & Functions

Drum Module: Left Side Connectors

Description of the terminals and jacks on the left side of the drum module.

Drum Module: Right Side Connectors

Description of the trigger input and output jacks on the right side.

Basic Techniques

Selecting and Playing a Kit

How to select and audition the 10 preset drum kits.

Adjusting Kit Sensitivity

How to adjust pad sensitivity for different playing styles.

Basic Techniques

Playing Techniques: Snare Pad Details

Explanation of different sounds produced by striking the snare pad.

Playing Techniques: Hi-hat Cymbal Details

How to produce open, closed, and splash sounds with the hi-hat.

Basic Techniques

Performing with a Song: Selecting and Adjusting Volume

How to select songs and adjust their playback volume.

Basic Techniques

Adjusting Muted Drum Part Volume

How to adjust the volume of drum parts when they are muted.

Looping Part of a Song

Instructions for setting loop start and end points for song playback.

Basic Techniques

Using the Metronome: Start, Stop, and Volume

How to start, stop, and adjust the volume of the built-in metronome.

Confirming Tempo via Number Buttons

How to check the current tempo using number button lights.

Confirming Tempo via Voice Guidance

How to hear the current tempo spoken aloud.

Basic Techniques

Adjusting the Tempo Methods

Methods for adjusting tempo: buttons, direct input, and tap tempo.

Other Metronome Settings

Overview of metronome settings available in Menu Mode.

Basic Techniques

Practicing in Training Mode Overview

Introduction to the various training modes for rhythm and pattern practice.

Basic Training Mode Procedure

General steps for activating and using any training mode.

Scoring Function in Training Mode

Explanation of the scoring system used in certain training modes.

Basic Techniques

Groove Check Training Mode

Training mode to improve timing accuracy using metronome or songs.

Basic Techniques

Rhythm Gate Training Mode

Training mode that requires accurate timing for sounds to be produced.

Basic Techniques

Measure Break Training Mode

Training mode where the metronome is muted for specific measures.

Basic Techniques

Tempo Up/Down Training Mode

Training mode that adjusts tempo based on user's timing accuracy.

Basic Techniques

Change Up Training Mode

Practice rhythms change every two measures, testing timing and rhythm selection.

Basic Techniques

Easy Session Training Mode

Jamming mode where users play along with patterns, striking any pad.

Basic Techniques

Groove Tracker Training Mode

Practice patterns adapt to user's speed/strength; allows adding fills.

Muting Specific Parts in Practice Patterns

How to mute individual drum or instrument parts within practice patterns.

Basic Techniques

Pad Gate Training Mode

Pads only produce sound when timing precisely matches the practice pattern.

Muting Specific Parts in Practice Patterns

How to mute individual drum or instrument parts within practice patterns.

Basic Techniques

Part Mute Training Mode Overview

Training mode to mute drum or song parts to focus practice.

Muting Drum and Non-Drum Parts

Methods for muting drum parts via buttons or pads, and non-drum parts via buttons.

Basic Techniques

Fast Blast Training Mode

Play drums wildly for a set time to achieve the highest score.

Advanced Techniques

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode Introduction

Overview of Menu Mode for setting drum module parameters and functions.

Basic Menu Mode Procedure

Step-by-step guide on how to navigate and select parameters in Menu Mode.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Metronome Settings: Pattern

How to set one of eight patterns for the metronome.

Metronome Settings: Beats

How to set the metronome length from 1 to 9 beats.

Metronome Settings: Sound

How to select the metronome sound (click, cowbell, spoken count).

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Metronome Settings: Number Button Lighting

How to set the lighting pattern for number buttons during metronome use.

Kit Settings: Pad Sound

How to change the drum sounds assigned to individual pads.

Kit Settings: Pad Volume

How to adjust the volume level for individual pads.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Kit Settings: Pad Panning

How to adjust the stereo panning position for individual pads.

Kit Settings: Double Bass Drum

Configuring the module to produce a kick sound from the hi-hat controller.

Kit Settings: Reverb

How to select reverb effects to add ambience to the kit sounds.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

MIDI Settings: Local Control

Determines if the internal tone generator responds to pads or songs.

MIDI Settings: Note Number

How to set the MIDI note number output for each pad.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Hi-hat Settings: Clutch Position

Simulating clutch position changes to affect open hi-hat decay.

Hi-hat Settings: Splash Sensitivity

Adjusting sensitivity for detecting hi-hat foot splashes.

Hi-hat Settings: Foot Close Position

Adjusting the position for switching hi-hat from open to closed.

Hi-hat Settings: Foot Close Velocity

Adjusting the velocity of foot-close sounds produced using the hi-hat controller.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Hi-hat Settings: Kick Velocity

Adjusting velocity of kick sounds from hi-hat controller (requires Double Bass Drum 'On').

Trigger Settings: Pad Velocity Curve

Selecting a velocity curve to determine sound response to strike intensity.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Trigger Settings: Crosstalk

Adjusting parameter to prevent spurious signals from vibration between pads.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Trigger Settings: Snare Pad Type

Specifying the type of snare pad connected to the drum module.

Trigger Settings: Pedal Types

Specifying types of hi-hat controller and kick pedals connected.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Trigger Settings: Gain

Setting gain level for trigger signals to adjust sound output from light drumming.

Trigger Settings: Minimum Level

Setting the minimum strike strength required to trigger a sound.

Training Settings: Timer

Setting the practice timer duration for various training modes.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Training Settings: Difficulty Level

Setting the difficulty level for Tempo Up/Down, Change Up, and Pad Gate training.

Training Settings: Ignore Timing

Setting to allow sounds even if timing is slightly off (Tempo Up/Down, Change Up, Pad Gate).

Training Settings: Groove Tracker Return Time

Setting the time for practice patterns to return to start in Groove Tracker.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Training Settings: Groove Tracker Control Pad(s)

Selecting which pads advance the practice drum pattern in Groove Tracker.

Training Settings: Groove Tracker Advance Step

Setting how much the pattern advances per strike in Groove Tracker.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Training Settings: Pad Gate Group

Setting pad groups for pattern matching in Pad Gate training.

Training Settings: Fast Blast Timer

Setting the timer duration for Fast Blast training sessions.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Other Settings: Kit Lock

Preventing the drum module from automatically changing kits when selecting songs.

Other Settings: Voice Guidance Volume

Adjusting the volume level for voice guidance prompts.

Other Settings: Auto Power-Off Time

Setting the time until the Auto Power-Off function activates or disabling it.

Other Settings: Stereo/Mono

Setting the output mode for the PHONES/OUTPUT jack (Stereo or Mono).

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Other Settings: Initialize Kit

Restoring a specific kit's default settings.

Other Settings: Initialize Song

Restoring a specific song's default settings.

Setting Parameters using Menu Mode

Other Settings: Revert to Last Power On

Restoring parameters to the settings from the last power-on.

Other Settings: Factory Set

Restoring all parameters to their original factory default settings.

Advanced Techniques

Integrating Separately Sold Accessories

Instructions for adding accessories like KP65 Kick Pad and HH65 Hi-hat Controller.

Advanced Techniques

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting the drum module via USB for MIDI data exchange and computer use.

Reference

Troubleshooting: No Sound or Low Volume

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with no sound or low volume from pads.

Troubleshooting: Sounds Not as Expected

Resolving issues with hi-hat sounds, velocity, and overall volume balance.

Reference

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Addresses double triggering, crosstalk, skipped sounds, and common settings questions.

Reference

Data List: Kit List

A list of all 10 preset drum kits with their assigned pad numbers and names.

Data List: Song List

A list of the 10 built-in practice songs with descriptions.

Reference

Data List: Voice List

A comprehensive list of all available drum and percussion voices with their numbers.

Reference

Data List: Drum Score and Examples

Explanation of drum score notation and examples for practice songs.

Reference

Specifications: Drum Module

Technical specifications of the drum module, including polyphony, voices, and connections.

Important Notice: Guarantee Information

Guarantee Information for EEA and Switzerland

Details on guarantee service for customers in the European Economic Area and Switzerland.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment

Yamaha Contact Information

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