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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. 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to the specified location. Example: See Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 8. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
With loudspeakers or headphones connected, the device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Do not operate the device permanently at a high volume level. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
Features Features Space-saving, complete e-drum set for beginners 12 preprogrammed drum kits Metronome Connections for headphones, AUX, USB and MIDI including drum track, cabling, sticks, stick holders, headphones and seat HD-120 E-Drum Module...
Connecting a CD or MP3 player Connect a CD or MP3 player to the input socket [AUX] IN of the drum module. Connecting USB devices Connect external MIDI devices or your computer to the USB port of the drum module. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front panel ö & HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Volume control. Controls the volume of the drum kits. Pressing turns the device on. Holding down turns the device off. [OUTPUT] Line output for external audio devices, designed as 3.5 mm jack socket Headphones output, designed as 3.5 mm stereo jack socket. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Connections and controls [AUX] Input for external audio devices like MP3 or CD players, designed as 3.5 mm stereo jack socket. [USB] USB MIDI port, designed as USB-B socket HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Connections and controls Rear panel Holder for attaching the drum module to the drum set Connection socket for connecting cable to the drum set, designed as 25-pin D-sub connector socket HD-120 E-Drum Module...
The current software version is displayed. Reset to factory defaults To reset the drum module to factory settings, turn it off first. Press and hold simulta‐ neously. The display shows ‘CLr’ . The drum module is reset to factory default settings. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
A drum kit is a compilation in which a certain sound (Voice) and several sound parameters are assigned to each pad. Selecting different drum kits lets you customise the sound in seconds to the desired music genre. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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ð The current kit name and kit number are displayed. The following drum sets are available: Number Drum kit Number Drum kit Rock Kit Metal Live Jazz Kit Elec Live Funk Kit GM Standard Metal Kit GM Room Elec Kit GM Power Rock Live Percussion HD-120 E-Drum Module...
Play the Hi-hat with fully pressed pedal and then open it suddenly. 6.4 Metronome function Switch on the drum module. Press to turn the metronome on. While the metronome is on, the indicator LED of the button is flashing. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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To set the desired volume of the metronome, press and hold simultaneously until the display shows ‘Lu(number)’ . to set a value between ‘0’ (silent) and ‘9’ (maximum). Press to exit the setting mode. To turn off the metronome, press again . HD-120 E-Drum Module...
Step on the Hi-hat pedal and hold the pedal in this position. flashes green and orange during Hi-hat pedal setup. ð lights red, the Hi-hat pedal setup is finished. Now release the Hi-hat pedal. ð Pedal adjustment is complete. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
Recognized Remarks Basic channel Default 1-8, 10-16 Changed Mode Default Mode 3 Messages Altered ******** ******** Note number 0…127 0…127 True voice ******** 0…127 Velocity Note ON 1…127 1…127 Note OFF 1…127 Aftertouch Keys Channels Pitch bend HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Operating Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Control change Bank select Modulation Foot control Portamento time Data entry Volume Expression Sustain pedal Portamento ON/OFF Sostenuto pedal Soft pedal Resonance Release time Attack Time Cut off HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Chorus program Reverb level Chorus level All Sound Off Reset All Controllers All Notes Off Program change System exclusive System common Song Position Song Select Tune System real time Clock Command Aux messages Local ON/OFF All Notes OFF HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Operating Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Active Sense Reset Mode 1: Omni on, poly. Mode 2: Omni on, mono. Mode 3: Omni off, poly. Mode 4: Omni off, mono. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
Operating voltage / 300 mA , centre negative Dimensions (W × H × D) 451 mm × 726 mm × 286 mm Weight 20.5 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Technical specifications Further information Rack included Seat included Bass drum pedal included Headphones included Mesh Head Pads Stereo pads Number of direct outputs HD-120 E-Drum Module...
‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°. 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. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Plug and connection assignment Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground, shielding HD-120 E-Drum Module...
Stubborn dirt can be removed with a slightly dampened cloth. Never use cleaners containing alcohol or thinner. Do not place vinyl objects on the device, as vinyl may stick to the surface or cause it to discolour. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility. HD-120 E-Drum Module...
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