ATV aDrums EXS-3CY Electronic Drums User Guide

ATV aDrums EXS-3CY Electronic Drums

Package Contents

This product includes the following items.

Assembly Guide

Connect tubes A to F as the figure right shows.
*A corresponding label (A to F) is attached to each tube.

Insert tube A into the tube C clamp

Insert tube A and tube B into the clamps at the ends of tube D

2A Using the drum key remove the tube clamp from the end of tube F as shown

When removing the clamp, be careful to avoid inury or scratches to furniture due to rough metal edges at the end of the tube.

2B Insert the cymbal arm clamp onto pipe F as shown

2C Reattach the tube end clamp to pipe F as shown

Insert tube A and tube B into the clamps at the ends of tube F

Attach tube E clamps to stands L and R

Attach the cymbal boom arms

Attach the L-arm to the clamp (1) and the snare to the L-arm (2)

*Adjust the tension of the pad head using the included tuning key.

Attach the tom L-arms to the clamps (1) and the toms to the L-arms (2)

as shown

Attach the cymbal pads to the boom arms.

Attach the hi-hat cymbals

Attach the spurs to the kick drum pad

*A kick pedal is not included.*
The tip of the spur can adjusted so it protrudes from the rubber stopper.
Note that the spikes can damage floors.
Note that the spikes can damage your body.**

Attach the xD3 drum sound instrument

xD3 Top Panel

xD3 Rear Panel

About the AC adapter
The AC adapter can be used worldwide.
Attach the included plug that is suitable for the type of outlet in your country.
*You must use only the included AC adapter and plug.

Getting Ready

Connecting Audio Equipment

In order to use the xD3, you will need the following items.

• Headphones or powered speakers, etc. You can play along with your own songs by connecting a music player’s stereo line output to the xD3’s AUDIO IN jack.
  

Connecting the pads

First connect the multi-trigger cable to the xD3’s rear panel and then to each pad. Note the connection destination labeled on each jack plug and connect them as shown in the illustration. After completing all connections, fix the cables onto the stands using the included cable ties.

Zones supported by the xD3’s trigger inputs

xD3
trigger
input| Supported
zone| Choke
method| Notes
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KICK| Head| N/A| Input hardware is only single-trigger capable.
SNARE| Head,Rim| N/A| Side stick sound function can be enabled, see the user’s manual. (Only available on the snare input.)
TOM 1| Head| N/A| Input hardware is only single-trigger capable.
TOM 2| Head| N/A| Input hardware is only single-trigger capable.
TOM 3| Head| N/A| Input hardware is only single-trigger capable.
HI HAT| Bow,Edge| YES|
CRASH| Bow,Edge| YES|
RIDE| Bow,Edge,Cup| YES| Three-zone input requires two pad cables.
CRASH
2| Bow,Edge| YES|

Power On / Of

Turning the power on

1. Lower the volume of the connected amp or speakers.

2. Turn on the power of the hi-hat.
   The indicator under the hi-hat turns on.

3. Long-press the power button of the xD3.
   The power turns on.
   

Turning the power off

1. Lower the volume of the connected amp or speakers.
2. Long-press the power button of the xD3.
   The power turns off.
   All settings are saved.
   *Disconnecting the AC adapter without turning off the power can cause malfunctions. Always turn off the power by pressing the power button.
3. Turn off the hi-hat power switch.

Turning the power off automatically (auto power-off)
If the xD3 has not been played or operated for 30 minutes, it automatically turns off the power in order to conserve electricity. This function can be disabled. For details, please refer to the User’s Manual.
*The power of the hi-hat is not automatically turned off.

Trigger Settings

These settings are used to optimize the performance of the xD3 by calibrating the unit’s triggering sensitivity in response to signals from the pad sensors.
Setting up the sensitivity of triggers is important when using the equipment for the first time or when changing the type of pad.

Press the [3] (TRIGGER) button and select the trigger tab.
Use the value knob to select an item and press the [ENTER] button.
*These general settings are applied to all drum kits.

Total Pad Response| Increasing the sensitivity of all pads will produce a powerful sound even when playing with soft taps . This may be suitable for younger children or players who have a softer playing style. The sensitivity increases as you increase the plus [+] value.
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Pad Model| Use to set the type of pad connected to each trigger input .
Please use the default setting .
Sensitivity| Use to adjust the sensitivity of each pad. The sensitivity increases as you increase the value.
Head-Rim Adjust| Use to adjust the balance sensitivity between the head sound and the rim-shot sound of the snare drum pad .
If the rim-shot sounds consistently when you hit the snare pad head, try adjusting the slider position more towards the ‘H’ side to find a balance.
If you find it difficult to play the rim-shot, try adjusting the slider more to the ‘R’ side .
Pedal HH Sens| Use to adjust the volume of the foot-close and foot-splash hi- hat sounds.
HH Close Adjust| Use to adjust the closed position of the hi-hat. If the hi- hat does not sound sufficiently ‘closed’ when pressing on the pedal with normal pressure, adjust this setting to the plus [+] side. If the hi-hat does not sound sufficiently ‘open’ when the pedal pressure is relaxed or released, adjust this setting to the minus [-] side .
Cross-Talk Cancel Wizard| Use to eliminate “cross-talk”, which is an unwanted signal transmission between pads .
Simply hit each pad according to the Cross-talk Cancel Wizard instructions and the appropriate settings will be made automatically .
For detailed instructions, please refer to the section about using the “Cross- talk Cancel Wizard” (p.16).
Execute this wizard when installing the drum kit for the first time.
Cross-talk may reoccur if you change a pad or a pad’s mount location.
In such cases, please re-execute the wizard.

Use the value knob to change the item and confirm by pressing the [ENTER] button.

Cross-talk Cancel Wizard

1. Press the [5] (NEXT) button.
   To cancel, press the [2] (CANCEL) button.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen and strike the indicated pad 3 times with powerful hits.
   

3. When “OK” is displayed, press the [5] (NEXT) button to advance to the next step.

4. Repeat step 1 and step 2 in the same way.
   The xD3 measures the cross-talk condition of all connected pads.
   KICK > SNARE > TOM 1 > TOM 2 > TOM 3 > HI-HAT > CRASH 1 > RIDE > CRASH 2
   *If the indicated pad is not connected, press [SKIP].

5. When the screen below is displayed, play the drum set and check if there are any remaining cross-talk problems, then press the [5] (OK) button.
   
   If you still detect a cross-talk problem, press the [2] (RETRY) button and repeat the wizard again.
   Cross-talk problems may not be completely prevented in all cases.

Performing

Home Screen

The Home screen is displayed after turning on the power.
Press the [1] (HOME) button from any screen to return to the Home Screen.
The Home Screen is displayed when playing the drums.

What is an xD3 Drum Kit?
The xD3 patch that assigns sounds to each pad is called a “drum kit”. Changing the drum kit patch to Jazz or Rock changes the sound of each pad to a sound suitable for that genre.

Performing

1. When you hit the pad, it resounds.
   The sound changes naturally according to the strength of the hit.

2. Use VOLUME [+][–] to adjust the volume.
   *Adjust the volume to an appropriate level for natural playing. If the output volume is too low, it may cause you to exert unnecessary force when playing, which may cause pain and possibly injury to your hands and arms. Please avoid setting the output volume too loud as this may damage your hearing and the hearing of others around you, especially young children. It is possible to set a maximum volume limit for the xD3 (Refer to User’s Manual).
   

Corresponding styles of playing

Changing the Drum Kit

1. Press one of drum kit buttons [1]—[5]
   
   The drum kit saved for each button is loaded.
   *It takes several seconds to load the drum kit.
2. When the drum kit name is displayed, you can start playing
   

Selecting a drum kit from the list

Use this function to select and load a drum kit other than those already assigned to buttons [1]—[5].

1. Press the [LIST] button.
   The list of drum kits will be displayed.

2. Select the drum kit with the value knob.

3. Press the [ENTER] button.
   The selected drum kit will be loaded.
   

Detailed Information

Details of functions

The xD3 has many other functions.
For detailed information and a detailed explanation of the functions, please refer to the User’s Manual that you can download from the following URL:
http://www.atvcorporation.com/en/products/drums/exs-5_3/support.html

Specifications

Electronic Drum Sound Module
Model: xD3

Terminals and Jacks| AUDIO OUTPUT: L/R, mono ¼ inch (6.35mm) jack x2 PHONES: stereo ¼ inch phone type
AUDIO INPUT: stereo, 3.5mm TRS jack
MULTI-TRIGGER INPUT: dedicated multi-connector, 25 PIN D-sub to individual ¼ inch TRS plugs CRASH 2 TRIGGER INPUT: ¼ inch TRS jack
USB: 2.0 Type B, for MIDI in/out via USB MIDI OUT: 5-pin DIN
SD Card: SD/SDHC card (2-32GB only) DC IN: Only for the included AC adapter
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Power supply| DC 12 V
Power consumption| 600 mA

Specifications and appearance of this product are subject to change without notice for improvement.

Support

Refer to the following URL for frequently asked questions, firmware updates, and other information:
Refer to the following URL for frequently asked questions, firmware updates, and other information:
http://www.atvcorporation.com/en/products/drums/exs-5_3CY_3/support.

Important Notices

Important safety information

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury from fire, electrical shock or other hazards, and serious damages to the a Drums EXS-3CY instrument or other goods and assets. Before using aDrums EXS-3CY, be sure to read all the safety information below

About the symbols

| “Caution”: Calls your attention to a point of
caution
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| “Do not …”: Indicates a prohibited action
| “You must …”: Indicates a required action

About warnings and cautions

WARNING

| Indicates a hazard that could result in death or serious injury
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CAUTION

| Indicates a hazard that could result in injury or property damage

 WARNING

| Do not disassemble or modify
Do not disassemble or modify this product .
| Do not use or store in the following locations

• Locations of high temperature (in direct sunlight, near heating equipment)
• Moist or humid locations (near a bath or shower, or on a wet floor)
• Locations subject to salt damage
• Locations subject to water or rain
• Excessively dusty locations

| Do not damage the power cord
Do not excessively bend the power cord or damage it. Do not place heavy objects on top of the power cord . Doing so may damage the power cord, causing fire or electric shock.
| Use the included AC adapter
Use only the included AC adapter . Use the adapter with the voltage that it specifies.
| Turn off the power if an abnormality or accident occurs
In the following situations, immediately turn off the power, disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet, and contact your dealer or ATV for servicing.

• If the AC adapter, power cord, or plug is damaged
• If smoke is emitted or an abnormal odor is noticed
• If liquid or a foreign object enters the unit
• If an abnormality or malfunction occurs in the unit

| Do not drop or subject to strong impact
Do not drop this product or subject it to strong impact .
| Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter with wet hands
You risk electric shock by doing so.

CAUTION

| Grasp the power plug when connecting or disconnecting
When connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter from the unit, you must grasp the plug rather than pulling the power cord .
| Don’t use AC outlet multipliers
Doing so will cause the outlet to become hot, causing a fire hazard.
| If the power plug is dusty, wipe it off
Dust on the power plug can cause electric shock or short circuits .
| Disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet if not using the unit for an extended time, or if lightning is expected
Failure to do so may cause electric shock, fire, or malfunction .
| Disconnect all connections before moving the unit
Failure to do so may cause damage to the power cord or cables, or may cause people to trip over the cables .
| Don’t place the unit in an unstable location
Doing so may cause the unit to overturn, causing personal injury .
| Don’t sit or stand on the unit, or place heavy objects on it
Doing so may damage the unit .
You should also avoid applying excessive force to the buttons, knobs, and input/output jacks. Doing so will cause malfunctions .
| Don’t use the unit at high volume for an extended time
Using speakers or headphones at high volume for an extended time will damage your hearing .
| Handle the unit with care
Take care that your hands or fingers are not injured by corners or openings in the unit .
| Place small parts out of reach of children Place small parts out of reach of children who might accidentally swallow them .

Important Information about Use

Installation

• Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV or radio may generate noise.
• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent the possibility of panel dis-figuration, damage to the internal components or unstable operation.
• The sensor of the hi-hat is exposed to extremely strong light, it may cause error.

Power Supply

• Even when the power switch is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum level. When you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

Cleaning

• When cleaning the equipment, be sure to use a clean, dry cloth. Cleaning products that contain organic solvents, paint thinner, detergents, and chemically treated cleaning cloths can cause discoloration and/or warping and should not be used.
• Do not dirty the reflection plate of the hi-hat. Otherwise the response of the instrument may get worse. When getting dirty, clean the instrument by using a wet towel.

Data

• The company can not be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument or data that is lost or destroyed.
• The stored contents may be lost due to malfunction of equipment or incorrect operation. Please backup important data.

About copyrights

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• Do not make, resell, redistribute, or republish the abovementioned contents attached or affiliated to the product.

About this manual

• The illustrations as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only, and may appear somewhat different from those on your instrument.
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References

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