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Yamaha II User Manual

Yamaha II
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DRUM TRIGGER MODULE
Owner’s Manual
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Bedienungsanleitung
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Yamaha II Specifications

General IconGeneral
Shell MaterialBirch
Bass Drum Size22" x 17"
Snare Drum Size14" x 5.5"
Tom Sizes16" x 16"
Hardware IncludedYes

Summary

Special Message Section

Battery Notice

Information regarding the product's battery, including warnings and handling.

Disposal Notice

Guidelines for the proper disposal of the product and its components.

Name Plate Location

Details on where to find the product's identification and specification plate.

FCC Information (U.S.A.)

Regulatory compliance information for the product in the USA.

Precautions

Power Supply and Adapter Precautions

Warnings and guidelines for using the power adapter and connecting to power.

Water and Fire Warnings

Safety warnings regarding exposure to water and fire hazards.

Maintenance and Usage Notes

Guidelines for cleaning, general usage, and avoiding damage.

Backup Battery Information

Details about the internal backup battery and its implications.

DTXPLORER Key Features

Drum Trigger Functions

Overview of the DTXPLORER's 9 trigger inputs and 1 hi-hat controller.

Sound Generator

Details on the 16-bit AWM2 32-voice sound engine and voice types.

High-Performance Metronome

Description of the metronome's adjustable features like tempo and timing.

Preset Songs

Information on the 22 built-in songs for practice and accompaniment.

Optimal Timing Check Function

Feature for analyzing and improving playing accuracy and consistency.

Interfaces

Overview of the various input and output connectors on the module.

Part Names

Top Panel Controls

Identification and function of buttons, display, and controls on the top panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Identification and function of all ports and connectors on the rear panel.

Connections

Connecting Drum Pads to the Main Unit

Instructions on how to connect drum pads to the trigger input jacks.

Using DTXPLORER with Acoustic Drum Kits

Guidance on compatibility and use with acoustic drum setups.

Connecting Various Devices

Details on connecting specific pads and devices like stereo headphones.

Connecting External Devices

Instructions for connecting to mixers, audio equipment, and recording devices.

Connections and Power

MIDI OUT Port

Information on using the MIDI OUT port for external sound module control.

Connecting Power Supply

Instructions and warnings for connecting the AC adapter and powering the unit.

Before Powering On

Essential steps to take before turning on the DTXPLORER and connected devices.

Playing the DTXPLORER

Selecting Drum Kits

How to choose and cycle through the 32 preset and user-defined drum kits.

Changing Sound Quality

Using the Master Equalizer to adjust the overall sound output.

Adjusting the Hi-Hat

Customizing the hi-hat controller's open and closed sound behavior.

Playing with the Metronome

Starting the Metronome

How to turn the metronome on and off.

Setting Tempo, Speed, and Timing

Configuring metronome parameters like tempo, beat, and click sound volume.

Creating Custom Click Sets

Designing and storing personalized metronome sound patterns.

Saving Custom Click Sets

Procedure for saving user-created metronome settings.

Click Output Selection

Routing the metronome sound to specific output jacks.

Playing with Songs

Selecting Songs

Choosing from the 22 built-in songs for practice.

Adjusting Song Volume and Tempo

Controlling playback speed and volume for accompaniment songs.

Muting Drum Parts

Feature to mute the drum section of a song for practice.

Bass Solo Playback

Practice mode focusing on the bass line of songs.

Tap Tempo Function

Using Tap Tempo

Setting the tempo by tapping a pad or button.

Optimal Timing Check Function

Select Song or Click Set

Choosing a song or metronome for timing analysis.

Accessing Timing Check

How to enter the Groove Check mode and its settings.

Selecting Pads

Choosing which pads to analyze for timing accuracy.

Setting Timing (Note Value)

Defining the reference note value for timing evaluation.

Setting Hit Gate

Adjusting the sensitivity threshold for trigger detection.

Starting the Timing Check

Initiating the groove check process with playback.

Playing Accurately

Guidance on how to interpret timing feedback and improve performance.

Creating Your Own Drum Kits

Selecting a Drum Kit

Choosing a base kit to customize from preset or user memories.

Assigning Drum Sounds

Selecting specific drum sounds for each pad input.

Changing Volume

Adjusting the volume level for individual drum sounds.

Changing Tuning (Pitch)

Modifying the pitch of individual drum sounds.

Changing Pan

Adjusting the stereo position (left/right) of drum sounds.

Changing Reverb Type

Selecting the type of reverb effect to apply to the kit.

Changing Decay

Adjusting the sustain time of drum sounds.

Changing Sound Characteristics (Filter)

Modifying the filter settings to alter sound tone.

Setting Alternate Groups

Configuring sound muting and switching behavior between sounds.

Saving Custom Sounds

Procedure for saving your custom drum kit creations.

Factory Reset

Performing Factory Reset

Steps to restore the DTXPLORER to its original factory default settings.

Trigger Setup Editing

Selecting Trigger Settings

Choosing from pre-configured trigger setting types or custom presets.

Editing Trigger Settings

Detailed parameter adjustments for individual trigger inputs.

Pad Type Selection

Specifying the type of drum pad connected for optimal performance.

Gain and MVI Adjustment

Setting input sensitivity (gain) and minimum velocity.

Velocity Curve Settings

Adjusting how velocity changes affect the sound output.

Self Rejection Time

Parameter to prevent double triggering by setting a brief quiet period.

Rejection Level

Setting a threshold to prevent crosstalk from adjacent triggers.

Specific Rejection Level

Fine-tuning rejection for specific input jack combinations.

Copying Trigger Settings

Duplicating trigger settings from one input to another.

Error Messages

Data Initialized Error

Troubleshooting steps for the 'Data Initialized' error message.

Battery Low Warning

Explanation of the 'Battery Low' warning and its implications.

Troubleshooting

No Sound / No Trigger Input

Diagnosing issues when no sound is produced or triggers are not recognized.

No Sound from External Sound Source

Resolving problems with external audio devices connected to the unit.

Low Sensitivity / Volume

Addressing issues where sounds are too quiet or lack impact.

Unstable Trigger Sound

Troubleshooting inconsistent or erratic trigger responses.

Double Triggering Issues

Resolving the problem of a single hit producing two sounds.

Crosstalk Issues

Preventing unwanted trigger signals from adjacent pads.

Single Pad Sound Only

Diagnosing issues where only one pad sound is heard.

Sound Too Loud

Addressing problems where sounds are excessively loud.

No Response to Triggers/Switches

Troubleshooting when the unit fails to register trigger or switch inputs.

Stuttering Sound / Notes Not Stopping

Resolving issues where sounds play continuously or intermittently.

Closed Hi-Hat Sound Not Outputting

Specific troubleshooting for the closed hi-hat sound not being heard.

Specifications

Audio Generator and Voices

Details on the sound engine, polyphony, and available drum/voice types.

Trigger and Sequence Settings

Specifications for trigger configurations and the sequencer.

Controllers and Display

Information on the physical controls and the LCD display.

Connections and Power

Specifications for input/output ports and power requirements.

Physical Dimensions and Accessories

Product size, weight, and included accessories.

MIDI Data Format

Channel Messages

Description of MIDI channel messages sent by drum triggers.

System Exclusive Messages

Details on system-exclusive MIDI messages for parameter changes.

System Realtime Messages

Information on MIDI realtime messages like timing clock and start/stop.

MIDI Transmit Note Numbers

Display Global View

Opening Display Screens

Overview of the initial display screens shown upon power-on.

Drum Kit Settings Screens

Visual guide to the displays related to drum kit configuration.

Song Select Screen

Display interface for selecting and previewing songs.

Utility Settings Screens

Overview of the displays for system utility and configuration settings.

Display Overview

Click Settings Screens

Visual representation of the metronome setup and adjustment screens.

Trigger Setup Edit Screens

Displays detailing the various trigger parameter editing options.

Groove Check Function Screens

Screens related to the optimal timing check and groove analysis.

Tap Tempo Function Screen

The display interface for setting tempo via the tap tempo feature.

Drum Voice List

Drum Sound Categories

Categorized lists of available drum sounds, including Kick, Snare, Tom, Cymbal, etc.

Preset Drum Kit List

Preset Song List

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