Alesis DM Pro Kit Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Alesis DM Pro Kit. We have 5 Alesis DM Pro Kit manuals available for free PDF download: Reference Manual, Service Manual, Setup Manual, Basic User's Manual, Rack Installation

Alesis DM Pro Kit Reference Manual (175 pages)

20-bit 64 Voice Expandable Drum Module

Brand: Alesis | Category: Drums | Size: 1.42 MB

Table of Contents
3
Important Safety Instructions

7
Chapter 1: Welcome to the DM Pro

13
- Packing List
  13
- DM Pro Front Panel
  14
- DM Pro Display
  16
- AC Power Hookup
  17
  - Line Conditioners and Protectors
    17
- About Audio Cables
  17
  - Audio Connections
    18
- Connections Chart
  20
  - MIDI Connections
    20
  - External Trigger Connections
    21
Chapter 2: A Brief Hands-On Tutorial

23
Chapter 3: System Architecture

35
Chapter 4: Programming Drumkits

41
- The DRUM ASSIGN Function
  41
  - A Note about Using the PREVIEW Button
    42
- The TUNE Function
  43
- The MIX Function
  43
- The NOTE CHASE Function
  48
- The TRIGGER NOTE ASSIGN Function
  50
- The TRIGGER SEQUENCE Function
  52
- The MIDI Function
  55
- The DRUMKIT NAME Function
  57
- The EFFECTS Function
  57
Chapter 5: Programming Effects

59
Chapter 6: Programming Drums

79
- The SOUND SELECT Function
  79
- The VOICE SELECT Function
  80
- The LEVEL Function
  81
- The PITCH Function
  82
- The FILTER Function
  84
- The AMPLITUDE Function
  87
  - A Note about the PREVIEW Button and VELOCITY CURVES
    89
- The Three ENVELOPE GENERATOR Functions
  90
  - About the Individual Envelopes
    95
- The PITCH ENVELOPE Function
  95
- The FILTER ENVELOPE Function
  95
- The AMPLITUDE ENVELOPE Function
  96
- The MODULATION MATRIX Function
  97
- The DRUM NAME Function
  100
Chapter 7: Triggers

103
- P1 the TRIGGER NOTE ASSIGN Function
  104
- P2 the TRIGGER GAIN Function
  104
- P3 the VELOCITY CURVE Function
  105
- Trigger Velocity Curve Settings
  106
- P4 the THRESHOLD Function
  107
- P4 the hat THRESHOLD Function
  107
- P5 the RETRIGGER Function
  107
- P6 the CROSSTALK Function
  108
- P7 the NOISE SUPPRESSION Function
  109
- P8 the TRIGGER SETUP SELECT Function
  110
- P11 AUX PEDAL TYPE SELECT Function
  112
- P6 hat PEDAL TYPE SELECT Function
  112
- The Interactive Hi-Hat Performance
  113
  - Hat Pedal Type: SWITCH
    113
  - Hat Pedal Type: PEDAL
    115
  - P12 the AUX TRIGGER NOTE SELECT Function
    116
  - P13 the AUX TRIGGER GAIN Function
    116
- Tips for Triggering from Acoustic Drums
  117
  - Output Sensitivity
    117
  - Mounting
    117
  - Trigger Placement
    118
  - Muffling
    119
  - Mounting Hardware and Configuration
    119
Chapter 8: Global Functions

121
- The GLOBAL MIDI Function
  121
- The GLOBAL STORE Function
  127
Chapter 9: Extras

139
- A Word about the Included CD-ROM
  139
  - Sound Bridge
    139
- Using PCMCIA Expansion Cards
  140
- Using Alesis Qcard Expansion Cards
  140
- Playing Back a Sequence from the Card Slot
  140
Appendix A: Troubleshooting

143
- Checking the Software Version
  143
- Reinitializing the DM Pro
  143
- Maintenance/Service
  144
  - Cleaning Your DM Pro
    144
  - Preventative Maintenance
    144
  - Obtaining Repair Service
    145
Appendix B: Advanced Trigger Information

147
- The DM Pro Trigger Process
  147
- Trigger Connection Diagrams
  148
- Pedal/Footswitch Compatibility
  153
- Trigger/Pedal Connector Types
  153
Appendix C: MIDI Supplement

155
- MIDI Basics
  155
- MIDI Hardware
  155
- MIDI Message Basics
  156
  - Channel Messages: Mode Messages
    156
  - Channel Messages: Voice Messages
    156
  - System Common Messages
    159
- MIDI Implementation Chart
  160
Appendix D: Glossary of Terms

163
Index

169

Alesis DM Pro Kit Setup Manual (17 pages)

Electronic Percussion System

Brand: Alesis | Category: Drums | Size: 0.28 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
How to Use this Manual

3
Before You Begin: Check DM Pro Kit Component List

3
Items You will Need

5
Assembling Mounting Rack

5
Attaching Pads and Cymbals

8
- S N a R E
  8
- High to M
  9
- MID to M
  9
- Low/Floor to M
  10
- Hi-Hat Cymbal
  10
- Crash Cymbal
  11
- Ride Cymbal
  11
- DM Pro Rack Mounting Tray
  11
Installing DM Pro Module and Attaching Cables

12
- Install Sound Module
  12
- Label Cables
  12
- Connect DM Pro Module and Trigger Pads
  12
Ready to Play

13
- Adjust Drum Head Tension
  13
- Adjust Triggering Parameters
  14
- Select a Drumkit
  14
Advanced User Tips and Tricks

15
- Hi hat Pedal
  15
- Snare Pad
  15
- Ride Cymbal
  16
- Tom Pad
  16
- Crash Cymbal
  16
- Kick Tr I G G E
  16

Alesis DM Pro Kit Service Manual (44 pages)

Brand: Alesis | Category: Music Equipment | Size: 1.57 MB

Alesis DM Pro Kit Basic User's Manual (16 pages)

Alesis DM Pro Drum: User Guide

Brand: Alesis | Category: Drums | Size: 0.14 MB

Alesis DM Pro Kit Rack Installation (1 page)

Electronic Percussion System RACK SET UP

Brand: Alesis | Category: Drums | Size: 0.84 MB

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Alesis DM Pro Kit Reference Manual (175 pages)

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions

Chapter 1: Welcome to the DM Pro

Chapter 2: A Brief Hands-On Tutorial

Chapter 3: System Architecture

Chapter 4: Programming Drumkits

Chapter 5: Programming Effects

Chapter 6: Programming Drums

Chapter 7: Triggers

Chapter 8: Global Functions

Chapter 9: Extras

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Appendix B: Advanced Trigger Information

Appendix C: MIDI Supplement

Appendix D: Glossary of Terms

Index

Alesis DM Pro Kit Setup Manual (17 pages)

Table of Contents

Introduction

How to Use this Manual

Before You Begin: Check DM Pro Kit Component List

Items You will Need

Assembling Mounting Rack

Attaching Pads and Cymbals

Installing DM Pro Module and Attaching Cables

Ready to Play

Advanced User Tips and Tricks

Alesis DM Pro Kit Service Manual (44 pages)

Alesis DM Pro Kit Basic User's Manual (16 pages)

Alesis DM Pro Kit Rack Installation (1 page)

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