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SDMK2

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SETTING UP

Your SDMK2 will run on batteries or from the power adapter included.

Using an AC Adapter

Connect the power adapter to the DC IN jack located 
on the rear panel of the unit, and plug the AC 
power adapter into an AC power outlet. Do not use 
adapters other than the one specified. The technical 
specification of the adapter is 9V DC output, 800mA,
center positive type.

Using Batteries

1  Open the battery compartment cover on 

the underside of the unit.

2  Insert six “C” size batteries. When inserting 

the batteries, be careful to follow the 
polarity markings in the illustration.

3 Close the battery compartment.

An optional set of stereo headphones can be connected to the 
Headphone Jack located on the rear panel. When a pair of  
headphones are plugged into the jack, the internal speakers  
will switch off automatically – perfect for private practice  
or late night playing. If you want to use an external sound system,  
the Headphone Jack can also be used to connect the SDMK2  
to a stereo system or mixing console.
* Turn all equipment off before making any connections.

Power supply

Using headphones

NOTE:

 Power will be automatically drawn from the AC adapter if an optional AC adapter is connected while batteries are installed in the instrument.

CAUTION: It is recommended that you replace worn batteries as soon as possible. When battery voltage drops, the display will dim and/or the sound will become

distorted. When this occurs, replace the batteries with a complete set of six new batteries of the same type.

NEVER mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (alkaline, magnesium, etc.), batteries by different makers, or batteries from the same maker but of 

different types. Misuse may cause the instrument to become hot, resulting in fire or battery leakage. Also, to prevent damage due to battery leakage, remove all 

batteries from the instrument when it is not to be used for an extended period of time. Batteries left in an unused instrument will also loose their power over time.

Summary of Contents for SDMK2

Page 1: ...SDMK2 Digital Drum pads user s Manual www simmonsdrums net...

Page 2: ...ademarks mentioned herein are recognized as the property of their respective holders Made in China 0707 7896 FCC Statements 1 Caution Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by th...

Page 3: ...ers since these can reduce sound quality cause operation errors and result in possible damage To avoid damage turn off the SDMK2 s power switch and all related devices prior to connecting or disconnec...

Page 4: ...e Demo Song 5 Playing a Rhythm 6 7 Selecting a Rhythm 6 Adjusting the Tempo 6 Tap Start 7 Drum Pad Indicators 7 Chord Accompaniment 7 Playing the Pads 8 9 Pad Names 8 Assigning a Voice to a Pad 8 9 Pl...

Page 5: ...u want to use an external sound system the Headphone Jack can also be used to connect the SDMK2 to a stereo system or mixing console Turn all equipment off before making any connections Power supply U...

Page 6: ...SDMK2 digital drum pads User s Manual Digital DRUm pads 4 control panel FRONT PANEL REAR PANEL...

Page 7: ...ng rhythm Main Volume The overall volume level of the instrument is controlled by the MAIN VOLUME button Press the MAIN VOLUME button and rotate the Dial to adjust the volume Rhythm Volume The demo so...

Page 8: ...pear on the display Use the Dial to select a rhythm Press the START STOP button to start playback Note You can also use the Tap function to start rhythms see page 7 6 Adjusting the Tempo Press the TEM...

Page 9: ...allows you to set the overall tempo as well as start the accompaniment The accompaniment will play back at the Tap Tempo Drum Pad Indicators Chord Accompaniment 7 You can turn the Drum Pad indicators...

Page 10: ...Names The SDMK2 has a total of 40 percussion sounds and 10 sound effects that can be assigned to each of the 4 drum pads Press the PAD ASSIGN button The Pad Assign indicator appears on the display an...

Page 11: ...will show the current percussion number You can strike the pad repeatedly until you reach the desired voice When you have finished selecting your desired percussion voice press the PAD ASSIGN button t...

Page 12: ...r on the display Rotate the Dial to select a rhythm Each rhythm has its own difficulty level shown below the game indicator Press the START STOP button Bars will start falling from the top of the scre...

Page 13: ...er playing an entire rhythm three times the game will stop and your score will be displayed A voice will grade your performance The game will automatically restart after displaying your score for thre...

Page 14: ...ights Drum Voices 40 Percussion Voices 10 Effects Rhythms 50 Demo Song 1 Panel Controls Power On Off Main Volume Rhythm Volume Demo Rhythm Tempo Tap Pad Assign Chord Light Start Stop Game Dial Connect...

Page 15: ...Cowbell 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Name Name One Two Three Four OK Good Very Good Excellent FX BLJ Trill 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Bass Drum 8 Beat 8 Beat Ballad 8 Beat Pop 8...

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