ATV ad5 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Zones supported by the aD5’s trigger inputs........
  • Page 3: Packing List

    Multi-trigger cable Stand adapter Quick Start Guide (this book) Attaching the stand adapter If mounting the aD5 on a stand, use the attachment screws to fasten the included stand adapter to the bottom surface of the aD5. The aD5 can be mounted on a microphone stand.
  • Page 4: Top Panel

    Top panel Power button Function button Volume Long-press this The function of each button is shown in Adjusts the volume of button to turn the the screen. These buttons are also used the headphones and the power on/off. to select items in the screen. Available OUTPUT.
  • Page 5: Rear Panel

    Rear panel The aD5 can be connected to a Mac or Windows PC, allowing MIDI messages to be transmitted and received. Use a USB 2.0 cable. SD CARD ATV LINK QR code You can use a card to back This has no function at the Use this to access the up the aD5’s data or to...
  • Page 6: Getting Ready

    1 Getting Ready In order to use the aD5 you’ll need the following (commercially available) items. Audio • Headphones or powered speakers • If you connect the headphone port of your PC or tablet to the AUDIO IN jack, you’ll be able to play along with songs.
  • Page 7: Zones Supported By The Ad5'S Trigger Inputs

    * Connect the CTL plug to the hi-hat control pedal or to the hi-hat open/close sensor. * Roland multi-trigger cable does not work right with the aD5. * Touching an unused plug of the multi-trigger cable to metallic things can cause unintended triggering. Protect unused plugs with adhesive tape to avoid this.
  • Page 8: Turning The Power On

    Turning the power off automatically (auto power-off) If the aD5 has not been played or operated for 30 minutes, it automatically turns off the power in order to conserve electricity. You can disable this function. For details, refer to the “Reference...
  • Page 9: Trigger Settings

    1 Getting Ready Trigger settings You’ll need to make trigger settings when using the aD5 for the first time or after you’ve changed the types of pads. This allows the data from the pad sensors to be processed correctly so that the aD5’s performance capabilities can be fully utilized.
  • Page 10 1 Getting Ready <2> Trigger setting for each pad Press [Pad Brand] to select the In the home screen, press [ manufacturer, and press [Model] to select the model name of the pad Select the [SYSTEM] tab, and then press [TRIGGER] * When making settings for the hi-hat pad, you’ll also specify the model name of the hi-hat pedal.
  • Page 11: Performing

    You can change the instrument for each pad. Instrument group The aD5 contains numerous instruments. They are organized in to groups according to their type. Drum kit A “drum kit” consists of the instruments assigned to each pad. When you change the drum kit to jazz or to rock, all the instruments are changed with this single action.
  • Page 12: Changing Instruments

    Switching drum kits By switching drum kits you can change the instruments of all pads in a single action. The aD5 comes with various drum kits in its memory. Press [KIT] Use the function buttons to select a kit Select the kit group The KIT SELECT screen appears.
  • Page 13: Detailed Information

    3 Detailed Information Details of functions The aD5 has many other functions. For detailed information and a detailed explanation of the functions, refer to the “Reference Guide” PDF. You can download the “Reference Guide” PDF from the following URL. http://products.atvcorporation.com/drums/ad5/...
  • Page 14: Important Notices

    Failure to observe the following safety directives may result in fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to the aD5 or to other items or property. You must read all of the following safety information before you use the aD5. About the symbols About warnings and cautions "Caution": Calls your attention to a point...
  • Page 15: Important Information About Use

    ATV Corporation. Copyright law forbids you to use the Power supply above content without permission of ATV Corporation for •...
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