Startone MD-50 User Manual

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Page 1 MD-50 mobile drum user manual...
Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 14.07.2017, ID: 398224...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
1.1 Further information........................... 5 1.2 Notational conventions........................6 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 6 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 11 Installation and starting up........................ 12 Connections and controls........................14 Technical specifications........................21 Troubleshooting............................22 Plug and connection assignment....................24 Protecting the environment......................26 MD-50...
Page 4: General Information
General information General information This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
Page 5: Further Information
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics Online guides and terms. Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline. If you have any problems with the device the customer service will Service gladly assist you. MD-50...
Page 6: Notational Conventions
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.
Page 7 NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. MD-50...
Page 8: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use Mobile Drums are used to convert digital trigger signals from drum pads into various drum sounds. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or prop‐ erty damage.
Page 9 NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. MD-50...
Page 10 Safety instructions NOTICE! External power supply The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐ rent circuit breaker.
Page 11: Features
Multi sound function that simulates acoustic drums Combined connection for two pedals Connection for external speakers or stereo headphones USB / MIDI port: for MIDI software and electronic drum games. Supports MIDI software like Sonar, Cubase, Nuendo, EZdrummer Automatic shutoff MD-50...
Page 12: Installation And Starting Up
Installation and starting up Installation and starting up Connecting the power adapter Connect the power supply to the 5V input of the device [USB/5V] and then plug the power cord into the wall outlet, or connect the [USB/5V] input to a computer's USB port. Note that the [POWER] control light lights green when you switch it on.
Page 13 Installation and starting up When inactive for more than a minute, the unit switches to the energy-saving standby mode. Playing a pad reactivates the unit. MD-50...
Page 14: Connections And Controls
Connections and controls Connections and controls Overview / drum pads mobile drum...
Page 15 Connections and controls A Connections. B Operating elements. 18…26 Drum pads: Crash cymbal. Tom1. Hi-hat. Snare. Crash cymbal. Tom2. Ride cymbal. Tom3. Bass drum. MD-50...
Page 16 Connections and controls Connections mobile drum...
Page 17 USB port for data transmission and power supply. 3 [FOOT PEDAL] Input socket for connecting the pedals (hi-hat and bass drum). 4 [HEADPHONE] Output socket for connecting headphones. 5 [LINE IN] 3.5 mm input socket for connecting an audio device (e.g. MP3 or CD player). MD-50...
Page 18 Connections and controls Operating elements mobile drum...
Page 19 7 [VOL +] Button to increase the volume. 8 [STYLE] Selects one of the built-in drum sounds. 9 [DEMO] Selects one of the built-in demo songs. 10 [REC] Starts / stops recording. 11 [PLAY] Plays the last recorded song. MD-50...
Page 20 Connections and controls 12 [RHY] Selects an accompaniment. 13 [START / STOP] Starts / stops accompaniment during recording. 14 [T -] Reduces the playback speed of accompaniment and demo song. 15 [T +] Increases the playback speed of accompaniment and demo song. 16 [REC] The LED lights during recording.
Page 21: Technical Specifications
Headphones/stereo speakers (3.5 mm stereo socket) MP3 (3.5 mm stereo socket) Voltage supply Wall plug transformer (5 V / 2000 mA ) or via USB port Dimensions (W × H × D) 42.2 cm × 6.2 cm × 32.5 cm Weight 680 g MD-50...
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: Symptom Remedy No sound 1. Is the main switch of the device in ON position? 2. Check the power supply. Try replacing the external power supply by a working one with the same specifications.
Page 23 Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. MD-50...
Page 24: Plug And Connection Assignment
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
Page 25 Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground, shielding MD-50...
Page 26: Protecting The Environment
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
Page 28 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...