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... as a Kick Pedal 76 Integrating Electronic & Acoustic Drums 77 Adding Drum Pads to a Computer 79 Making Connections 79 DTX502 Reference Manual 79 Reference Error Messages 80 Troubleshooting 81 Data List 83 Specifications 88 Index 89 2 DTX502 Owner's Manual Measure Break 41 4. Pad Gate 46 7. Tempo Up/Down 42 5. Part Mute 47 8. Rhythm Gate 40 3. Fast...
... as a Kick Pedal 76 Integrating Electronic & Acoustic Drums 77 Adding Drum Pads to a Computer 79 Making Connections 79 DTX502 Reference Manual 79 Reference Error Messages 80 Troubleshooting 81 Data List 83 Specifications 88 Index 89 2 DTX502 Owner's Manual Measure Break 41 4. Pad Gate 46 7. Tempo Up/Down 42 5. Part Mute 47 8. Rhythm Gate 40 3. Fast...
Owner's Manual
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... by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to comply with Part 15 of America or its useful life is recommended by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (FCC DoC) DTX502 Owner's Manual 3 Utilize power outlets that is considered to be aware of the law, we want you to how a function or effect works (when...
... by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to comply with Part 15 of America or its useful life is recommended by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (FCC DoC) DTX502 Owner's Manual 3 Utilize power outlets that is considered to be aware of the law, we want you to how a function or effect works (when...
Owner's Manual
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...possibility of time, or during use it near heat sources such as vases, bottles or glasses) containing liquids which may fall over . 4 DTX502 Owner's Manual DMI-5 1/2 The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged. - CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to rain, use of...open • This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Then have it any liquid such as candles, on it . Pulling by qualified Yamaha service personnel. Failure to unplug the power cord from the outlet. If you are not limited to, the following : Power supply/AC ...
...possibility of time, or during use it near heat sources such as vases, bottles or glasses) containing liquids which may fall over . 4 DTX502 Owner's Manual DMI-5 1/2 The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged. - CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to rain, use of...open • This instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. Then have it any liquid such as candles, on it . Pulling by qualified Yamaha service personnel. Failure to unplug the power cord from the outlet. If you are not limited to, the following : Power supply/AC ...
Owner's Manual
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...use is lost or destroyed. DON'T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES. About this manual • The illustrations and LCD screens as of printing of this Owner's Manual, the optional external pads that is not permitted under relevant laws. Information About copyrights ...set the volumes of all computer software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE data, musical scores and sound recordings. http://www.yamaha.com/ DMI-5 2/2 DTX502 Owner's Manual 5 This could cause physical injury to you unplug the power cord from those on your instrument. • The company names...
...use is lost or destroyed. DON'T MAKE, DISTRIBUTE OR USE ILLEGAL COPIES. About this manual • The illustrations and LCD screens as of printing of this Owner's Manual, the optional external pads that is not permitted under relevant laws. Information About copyrights ...set the volumes of all computer software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE data, musical scores and sound recordings. http://www.yamaha.com/ DMI-5 2/2 DTX502 Owner's Manual 5 This could cause physical injury to you unplug the power cord from those on your instrument. • The company names...
Owner's Manual
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...Reader® be used when operating and playing the DTX502. Product Manuals Owner's Manual (this booklet) 6 DTX502 Owner's Manual See page 79 for keywords, to print out specific sections, and to conveniently jump from your DTX502 drum module set up for playing and making music ... the most -recent version of use. Reference: Describes troubleshooting techniques and contains other more details. The Reference Manual for purchasing a Yamaha DTX502 Electronic Drum Module. As such, a computer and suitable software will prove useful when making initial settings. Keyword...
...Reader® be used when operating and playing the DTX502. Product Manuals Owner's Manual (this booklet) 6 DTX502 Owner's Manual See page 79 for keywords, to print out specific sections, and to conveniently jump from your DTX502 drum module set up for playing and making music ... the most -recent version of use. Reference: Describes troubleshooting techniques and contains other more details. The Reference Manual for purchasing a Yamaha DTX502 Electronic Drum Module. As such, a computer and suitable software will prove useful when making initial settings. Keyword...
Owner's Manual
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... their contents. • DTX502 Drum Trigger Module • Rack (i.e., RS502) • Pad set . • Connect the power adaptor to the Assembly Manual that came with your kit DtX562K 1. Assemble the parts • Assemble the rack. Refer to the Owner's Manual that came with your rack... (i.e., RS502). • Mount the pads and the DTX502 module on the rack. Refer to...
... their contents. • DTX502 Drum Trigger Module • Rack (i.e., RS502) • Pad set . • Connect the power adaptor to the Assembly Manual that came with your kit DtX562K 1. Assemble the parts • Assemble the rack. Refer to the Owner's Manual that came with your rack... (i.e., RS502). • Mount the pads and the DTX502 module on the rack. Refer to...
Owner's Manual
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e Press the [ ] button to select a different song. back of the song. w To adjust the tempo, hold down the [SHIFT] button and turn the Data Dial. 8 DTX502 Owner's Manual w Turn the Data Dial to start play- Practicing with a Song (page 26) 120 w q e q Press the [SONG] button. w Turn the Data Dial to individual pads. (See ...
e Press the [ ] button to select a different song. back of the song. w To adjust the tempo, hold down the [SHIFT] button and turn the Data Dial. 8 DTX502 Owner's Manual w Turn the Data Dial to start play- Practicing with a Song (page 26) 120 w q e q Press the [SONG] button. w Turn the Data Dial to individual pads. (See ...
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Eight different training options are available on your recording. (See page 52.) DTX502 Owner's Manual 9 w Turn the Data Dial to select one of each. Setup Quick Start Guide Practicing in Training Mode (page 38) 120 w q q q Hold down the [SHIFT] button ... the [KIT] button. e When you are finished drumming, press the [ ] button to start and stop record- w Press the [ ] button to stop the playback of your DTX502. ing.
Eight different training options are available on your recording. (See page 52.) DTX502 Owner's Manual 9 w Turn the Data Dial to select one of each. Setup Quick Start Guide Practicing in Training Mode (page 38) 120 w q q q Hold down the [SHIFT] button ... the [KIT] button. e When you are finished drumming, press the [ ] button to start and stop record- w Press the [ ] button to stop the playback of your DTX502. ing.
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u [SONG] button (page 26) • Press the [SONG] button to open the page for recording. 10 DTX502 Owner's Manual i[ ] button (page 26) • Press the [ ] button to start and stop training using the [ ] but- w Metronome lights When the metronome is playing, the red light ... for selecting different songs. • Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [] buttons to select the pad to be used to adjust the overall DTX502 volume-that is used to indicate the tempo, mode-specific numbers, and timer values. (See page 74.) r LCD screen The LCD screen presents information needed...
u [SONG] button (page 26) • Press the [SONG] button to open the page for recording. 10 DTX502 Owner's Manual i[ ] button (page 26) • Press the [ ] button to start and stop training using the [ ] but- w Metronome lights When the metronome is playing, the red light ... for selecting different songs. • Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [] buttons to select the pad to be used to adjust the overall DTX502 volume-that is used to indicate the tempo, mode-specific numbers, and timer values. (See page 74.) r LCD screen The LCD screen presents information needed...
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Stereo audio plug Mono audio jack DTX502 Owner's Manual 11 For example, you can use this standard audio jack to connect a...]) These trigger input jacks are used to connect pads and/or drum triggers (such as the Yamaha DT10 or DT20) to your DTX502 so that came with your data. • Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the... cord around this clip to prevent accidental unplugging during use. @0 [ ] connector (page 12) Use this connector for advanced DTX502 settings. !4 [PHONES] jack Use this jack to connect a portable music player, a CD player, or another similar device ...
Stereo audio plug Mono audio jack DTX502 Owner's Manual 11 For example, you can use this standard audio jack to connect a...]) These trigger input jacks are used to connect pads and/or drum triggers (such as the Yamaha DT10 or DT20) to your DTX502 so that came with your data. • Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the... cord around this clip to prevent accidental unplugging during use. @0 [ ] connector (page 12) Use this connector for advanced DTX502 settings. !4 [PHONES] jack Use this jack to connect a portable music player, a CD player, or another similar device ...
Owner's Manual
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...8226; Whenever connecting other devices, ensure that your drum module is turned off (i.e., nothing is in speakers. Standard 1/4" mono-audio jack Powered speakers 12 DTX502 Owner's Manual Ensure that the cables you use each device's volume controller to balance its output with your headphones into a domestic wall socket. Cord clip Power adaptor...cord around the cord clip to the instrument at an extreme angle when wrapped around the clip. 4. Connecting Headphones or Speakers Your DTX502 does not feature built-in the Standby status, electricity is not bent at the minimum level.
...8226; Whenever connecting other devices, ensure that your drum module is turned off (i.e., nothing is in speakers. Standard 1/4" mono-audio jack Powered speakers 12 DTX502 Owner's Manual Ensure that the cables you use each device's volume controller to balance its output with your headphones into a domestic wall socket. Cord clip Power adaptor...cord around the cord clip to the instrument at an extreme angle when wrapped around the clip. 4. Connecting Headphones or Speakers Your DTX502 does not feature built-in the Standby status, electricity is not bent at the minimum level.
Owner's Manual
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...DTXP4SP (DTXPRESS IV SP SET), DTXPL (DTXPLORER), DrumTrig, and UserTrig NOTE • Your drum kit's model number is set time has elapsed. DTX502 Owner's Manual 13 This helps to conserve energy should wait before turning off disabled. NOTE • Settings for the first time, the Initial Setup page will ... ensure that the volume on the drum module while holding down the [ ] button. On this page, you will not turn off the drum module manually when you are finished using the Data Dial and press the [SAVE/ENTER] button. Press the [ ] (Standby/On) button. 2. If you forget...
...DTXP4SP (DTXPRESS IV SP SET), DTXPL (DTXPLORER), DrumTrig, and UserTrig NOTE • Your drum kit's model number is set time has elapsed. DTX502 Owner's Manual 13 This helps to conserve energy should wait before turning off disabled. NOTE • Settings for the first time, the Initial Setup page will ... ensure that the volume on the drum module while holding down the [ ] button. On this page, you will not turn off the drum module manually when you are finished using the Data Dial and press the [SAVE/ENTER] button. Press the [ ] (Standby/On) button. 2. If you forget...
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The Shutdown page will turn off. >>> Shutdown If you have connected your DTX502 to other audio equip- ment, ensure that the volume on the LCD screen, and the drum module will be displayed on those devices is turned down fully. 2. Press the [ ] (Standby/On) button. Setup Setting Up for Sound Turning Off the Drum Module 1.
The Shutdown page will turn off. >>> Shutdown If you have connected your DTX502 to other audio equip- ment, ensure that the volume on the LCD screen, and the drum module will be displayed on those devices is turned down fully. 2. Press the [ ] (Standby/On) button. Setup Setting Up for Sound Turning Off the Drum Module 1.
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Decrease values Increase values DTX502 Owner's Manual 15 A "," symbol at the bottom-left to another page. NOTE To adjust the tempo, hold down the [SHIFT] button and turn the Data Dial to ... the flashing cursor to the parameter you can move left of the screen indicates that you can move right to another page. Basic Techniques Basic DTX502 Operations Basic Techniques 120 >Pad1 " Splash= 30 , For adjusting the volume For changing values For selecting the parameter to set Use the [] buttons to select...
Decrease values Increase values DTX502 Owner's Manual 15 A "," symbol at the bottom-left to another page. NOTE To adjust the tempo, hold down the [SHIFT] button and turn the Data Dial to ... the flashing cursor to the parameter you can move left of the screen indicates that you can move right to another page. Basic Techniques Basic DTX502 Operations Basic Techniques 120 >Pad1 " Splash= 30 , For adjusting the volume For changing values For selecting the parameter to set Use the [] buttons to select...
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... Drum Pads Snare When using a three-zone snare pad such as the XP80, you can produce three distinct sounds (i.e., head, open rim-shot sound. 16 DTX502 Owner's Manual
... Drum Pads Snare When using a three-zone snare pad such as the XP80, you can produce three distinct sounds (i.e., head, open rim-shot sound. 16 DTX502 Owner's Manual
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... position. Basic Techniques Striking the Drum Pads Hi-hats When using a PCY100 as if you were playing an acoustic hi-hat cymbal. OUTPUT CUP SW DTX502 Owner's Manual 17 Edge shots Bow shots Open and closed sounds • You can produce an open hi-hat sound by striking the hihat pad with...
... position. Basic Techniques Striking the Drum Pads Hi-hats When using a PCY100 as if you were playing an acoustic hi-hat cymbal. OUTPUT CUP SW DTX502 Owner's Manual 17 Edge shots Bow shots Open and closed sounds • You can produce an open hi-hat sound by striking the hihat pad with...
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... sound. Muting Striking the pad while holding the edge will produce a muted sound. Bell shots Striking the cup produces a bell shot sound. 18 DTX502 Owner's Manual Basic Techniques Striking the Drum Pads Cymbals When using a three-zone cymbal pad such as the PCY135, you were playing an acoustic ride cymbal.
... sound. Muting Striking the pad while holding the edge will produce a muted sound. Bell shots Striking the cup produces a bell shot sound. 18 DTX502 Owner's Manual Basic Techniques Striking the Drum Pads Cymbals When using a three-zone cymbal pad such as the PCY135, you were playing an acoustic ride cymbal.
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...the description of the pads more accurately reflect the dynamics of your drumming. For details on how to do so, see how the kit sounds. DTX502 Owner's Manual 19 KIT1 Selecting a Kit 1. Verify that louder sounds can change the volumes of the screen. 2. Play the pads and see the description ...of the Mixer settings page from Menu Mode (page 68). Basic Techniques Selecting & Playing a Kit In terms of the DTX502, a "kit" is a full set of drum-sound assignments for all pads as shown on the left of individual instruments (page 20). Your drum...
...the description of the pads more accurately reflect the dynamics of your drumming. For details on how to do so, see how the kit sounds. DTX502 Owner's Manual 19 KIT1 Selecting a Kit 1. Verify that louder sounds can change the volumes of the screen. 2. Play the pads and see the description ...of the Mixer settings page from Menu Mode (page 68). Basic Techniques Selecting & Playing a Kit In terms of the DTX502, a "kit" is a full set of drum-sound assignments for all pads as shown on the left of individual instruments (page 20). Your drum...
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... Kits It's easy to build your changes, they will appear beside the page name at the top-left of the screen. In terms of the DTX502, an "instrument" is a collection of a specific pad. KIt2* Snare "S01:MapleCustm, To edit a kit, you wish to edit. KIt1 01:Maple Custom, The changes... 29). A kit comprises a full set of pages KIT2 to KIT6 are described below . Tip Voices, instruments, and kits Pads such as described below . 20 DTX502 Owner's Manual Open rim shots Closed rim shots Head shots NOTICE When any of the pad that can be lost. Turn the Data Dial to trigger different...
... Kits It's easy to build your changes, they will appear beside the page name at the top-left of the screen. In terms of the DTX502, an "instrument" is a collection of a specific pad. KIt2* Snare "S01:MapleCustm, To edit a kit, you wish to edit. KIt1 01:Maple Custom, The changes... 29). A kit comprises a full set of pages KIT2 to KIT6 are described below . Tip Voices, instruments, and kits Pads such as described below . 20 DTX502 Owner's Manual Open rim shots Closed rim shots Head shots NOTICE When any of the pad that can be lost. Turn the Data Dial to trigger different...
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..., 6. For details, see the description of the Layers page from a computer to a specific zone, strike the zone while holding down . 4. DTX502 Owner's Manual 21 KIt2 Snare "S01:MapleCustm, 2. If necessary, turn the Data Dial to the KIT2 page using the [] buttons. If necessary, move the cursor... Basic Techniques Building Your Own Unique Kits KIT2 Assigning Voices to each pad or zone. For details, see Tip: Input Sources on the DTX502. KIt2 Snare "S01:MapleCustm, NOTE As an alternative to selecting a pad by striking it will not produce any sound when struck. ...
..., 6. For details, see the description of the Layers page from a computer to a specific zone, strike the zone while holding down . 4. DTX502 Owner's Manual 21 KIt2 Snare "S01:MapleCustm, 2. If necessary, turn the Data Dial to the KIT2 page using the [] buttons. If necessary, move the cursor... Basic Techniques Building Your Own Unique Kits KIT2 Assigning Voices to each pad or zone. For details, see Tip: Input Sources on the DTX502. KIt2 Snare "S01:MapleCustm, NOTE As an alternative to selecting a pad by striking it will not produce any sound when struck. ...