FAME DD6600 User manual
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Digital Drum DD6600!
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Manual
Intended use:
The product FAME DD6600 was designed for use as an electronic drum set. By striking the pads, an
electronic module simulates an artificial drum sound in various forms and can optionally be played via
headphones or external speakers. Incorrect use of the product is considered improper and can lead to
physical injury or property damage.
Damage resulted by improper use is not liable.
It must be ensured that the device is operated exclusively by trained and expert users who are in full
possession of their mental, physical and sensory abilities. Use of other persons is expressly permitted
only at the request of a person responsible for their safety who instructs or supervises the use.
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Attention!
Please tighten the mesh heads properly after assembly!
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Important safety instructions! Please read before connection!
CAUTION! (Electro Magnetic Interference)
The normal function of the product may be disturbed by Strong Electro Magnetic
Interference. If so, simply reset the product to resume normal operation by follo
wing the owner‘s manual. In case the function could not resume, please use the
product in other location.
DANGER! (For babies and children)
Dispose of or store any packaging material properly! Packaging material must be
kept out of the reach of babies and children due to the danger of suffocation.
Make sure that children never use the device unattended! In addition, make sure
that children do not remove (small) parts from the device, as they could suffocate
by swallowing parts!
DANGER! (Electric shock due to high voltages in the device)
The housing must not be removed! There are no parts to be maintained in the
device. Inside the unit there are components which are under high electrical
voltage.
Before each use, check the device for damage or the absence of components,
protective devices or housing parts. If this is the case, do not use the device!
Leave maintenance and repair work to a qualified service workshop or contact
your dealer.
DANGER! (Electric shock due to short circuit)
Modifications to the power cord or plug are prohibited. If the power cord is dama-
ged, it must be replaced immediately with an original spare part from the
manufacturer. Failure to do so may result in fire or death due to electric shock!
WARNING! (Damage to hearing)
The unit may generate volumes that may cause temporary or permanent hearing
loss. Over time, even seemingly uncritical levels can cause hearing damage. Reduce
the volume immediately if ear noise or hearing loss occurs. If this is not possible,
keep a greater distance or use adequate hearing protection.
Hint! (Fire hazard due to overheating)
The maximum permissible ambient temperature of this device is 40°C.
Ensure that the unit is placed in a place with adequate ventilation, out of the reach
of direct heat sources, naked flames and combustible materials and liquids.
The ventilation slots of the device must not be taped or covered.
Hint! (Operating)
All connections of the device should be made before switching on. Use only
high quality cables for the connections.
Hint! (Operating conditions)
Due to its structural characteristics, the device is designed for indoor operation
(IP20). Never expose the device to rain, moisture or liquids as this may cause
damage.
Vibrations, dust or solar radiation can also lead to damage, avoid them!
Do not apply excessive force to the switches or controls.
Do not let paper, metallic, or other objects into the instrument. If this happens,
remove the electric plug from the outlet. Then have the instrument inspected by
qualified service personnel.
Disconnect all cables before moving the instrument.
Hint! (Power supply)
It is essential that you check that the device voltage matches your local mains
voltage. It is highly recommended that you fuse your mains socket with a residual
current circuit breaker (FI).
Please connect the designated AC adaptor to an AC outlet.
If you do not use your device for a longer period of time, disconnect it from the
power supply in order to minimize danger. The same applies to storm conditions
such as thunderstorms, floods, etc.
Hint! (Using racks)
As soon as the unit is mounted on a rack, it must always be ensured that it is
stable and secure.
Hint! (Possible damage due to magnetic fields)
Loudspeakers generate a static magnetic field. Please keep an appropriate distance
from other equipment that may be affected or damaged by an external magnetic
field.
Hint! (Installation)
Be sure to inspect the device for damage before using. Optimum use of the
original packaging or suitable transport or storage packaging to protect the pro
duct when not in use optimally against influences such as dust or moisture, etc.
Hint! (Interferences with other electrical devices)
Radios and televisions placed nearby may experience reception interference.
Operate this unit at a suitable distance from radios and televisions.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfe-
rence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the user‘s authori
ty to operate this equipment.
Symbols on device and packaging:
The lightning flash symbol warns the user about non-insulated current and the risk
of electrocution
The exclamation mark symbol warns the user about important maintenance and
operating instructions in the manual
Intended for indoor use
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MAIN FEATURES...........................................49
PANEL & DISPLAY DESCRIPTION
Front Panel.....................................................47
Side Panel (Connecting)..................................49
LCD Display.....................................................49
SETUP
Connecting the Pads and Pedals.....................50
GETTING READY TO PLAY
Setting up the Power Supply...........................51
Turning on the Power......................................51
Turning off the Power.....................................51
QUICK PLAY
Drum Kits and Voices......................................52
Selecting a Voice.............................................52
Playing Techniques..........................................53
Cymbal...........................................53
Hi-Hat............................................53
SELECT A PRESET DRUM KIT AND CREATE A
USER DRUM KIT
About the Preset and User Drum Kit...............54
Edit the Drum Kit Parameters..........................54
Edit the Voice Parameters...............................54
Saving a User Kit............................................55
PLAYING ALONG WITH A SONG
Playing Along with a Song..............................55
Muting the Drums in Songs............................56
Metronome....................................................56
RECORD
Preparing Record............................................57
Start / Stop Recording.....................................57
COACH
About Coach Mode........................................58
Coach Mode Control......................................58
Qut Cnt (Quiet Count)....................................59
Change Up.....................................................59
Beat Check.....................................................60
DBT (DOUBLE BASS TRIGGER)
Turn the DBT Function On..............................61
Contents:
TEMPO...........................................................61
UTILITY MODE (UTILITY)..............................62
The Drum Pad Trigger Settings.........................62
The Drum Module Settings..............................64
SETUP MANUAL............................................65
SPECIFICATIONS............................................69
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................70
CLEANING......................................................71
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION...................71
PROMPT MESSAGES.....................................72
DRUM KIT LIST..............................................72
DRUM VOICE LIST.........................................73
SONG LIST......................................................76
GM DRUM KIT LIST.......................................77
GM BACKING INSTRUMENT LIST..................79
MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART...................80
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Main Features:
Panel & Display Description:
Front Panel:
Bring the Professional Experience to Your Performance
Natural and Realistic Voices
This digital drum has equipped with all new voices, which vastly improved sound quality and will
reach a super natural and realistic sense for your ears. No matter playing the stroke roll or striking
pads with velocity dynamic, all of these let you enjoy delicate nuances and natural voice, capture the
unique characteristics of acoustic drum kit.
Fashionable Appearance
Compact, elegant appearance, only occupy a little place when fold it up. Except for a perfect learning
assistant, it also can be exquisite furniture decorated in your house.
Amazing DBT Function
Easy to achieve double bass pedal techniques here. The frequency is adjustable.
Scientific COACH Practicing
Provide three coach modes with dozens of common beat practice. Automatically score function intui-
tively reflects practice condition.
USB MIDI Output
This digital drum equipped with an USB MIDI output, it is available to connect with smart devices,
such as an iPad, through a Camera kit.
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1. [VOLUME] Knob
Adjust the output volume level.
Note:
Rotate the [VOLUME] knob anticlockwise to the
minimum position before power on.
2. [POWER] Button
Press this button to power on/ off the module.
3. [KIT/VOICE] Button
Shortly press: enter drum kit mode.
Press and hold: enter voice mode.
4. [SONG/REC] Button
Shortly press: enter the song mode.
Press and hold: enter the quick record mode.
5. [START/STOP] Button
Start / Stop playing songs.
6. [CLICK] Button
Start/Stop the metronome; enter the metronome
parameter setting mode.
7. LCD Display
Shows the name and parameter settings of Kit,
Voice, Song and so on.
8. [TEMPO] Button
Adjust the tempo value.
9. [DBT] (DOUBLE BASS TRIGGER) Button
Turn DBT function on/ off.
*Turn DBT function on. It can generate two or
three continuous kick sounds when you step on
the bass drum only once. Easy to achieve double
bass pedal techniques.
10. [COACH] Button
Enter learning mode.
11. [DRUM OFF] Button
Mute the drum part of the pattern.
12. [UTILITY] Button
Enter the utility mode.
13. []/[] Buttons
Gradually increasing or decreasing the value of
settings.
14. [PAGE] Button
Switch between the settings of different functi-
ons.
15. [SAVE/ENTER] Button
Save the drum kit / pad settings.
16. DATA DIAL
Use this to select drum kits or to quick edit values
(increase/decrease values).
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Side Panel:
LCD Display:
17. DC IN jack
Connect the AC adaptor here. Plug the AC adap-
tor cable into the DC IN jack.
18. PHONES jack (1/8”)
Connect stereo headphones here.
19. AUX IN jack (1/8”)
For connecting an extra audio player, for example,
MP3 and so on via a stereo plug. You can enjoy
playing the drum along with your favorite songs.
20. USB MIDI Terminal
Connect the PC/USB host with audio devices.
Note:
Only transmit MIDI data.
21. MIDI OUT Terminal
Use this to connect extra MIDI sequencer.
you can send MIDI data to an extra MIDI device
or a PC/laptop.
22. OUTPUT jack (L/MONO, R) (2 x1/4”)
Connect to your audio system or amplifier.
For stereo output use both the L/MONO and R
jacks. For monaural output use the L/MONO jack
23. CRASH 2 jack (1/4”)
This allows you to connect additional Crash 2.
24. TOM 4 jack (1/4”)
This allows you to connect additional Tom 4.
3. The Second Level Mode
It depends which mode is activated, the LCD
displays will show the current mode.
4. External Device and Strike Strength
Display the connected external device and current
striking strength.
5. Pad Name
Display the current selected pad name.
6. Parameter Type
Display current parameter type, for instance,
Volume, Curve and so on.
7. Parameter Value
Display the value which corresponding to the
parameter or the number of Song/Kit/Voice.
1. Mode
Display the current mode, such as KIT, VOICE,
SONG, and UTILITY and so on.
2. Coach Mode
Display current beat accuracy and rhythm type.
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Setup:
Caution!
To prevent electric shock and damage to the device, make sure the power is switched OFF
on the drum and all related device before making any connection.
Connecting the Pads and the Pedals
Standard configuration:
KICK, SNARE (Double trigger), TOM 1~3, CRASH 1 (Choke), RIDE (Choke), HI-HAT,
PEDAL (HI-HAT).
Note:
1. Using the cables provided, connect each Trigger input jack on the rear panel of the
module, and make sure each pad is connected to its corresponding trigger input jack.
2. For details on assembling the drum stand, attaching the digital drum and connecting pads,
refer to the Installation Manual description.
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Getting ready to play:
Setting up the power supply
1. Connect the DC plug of the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the side panel.
2. Connect the other end of the power cord to the AC outlet.
Notes:
1. Only use the voltage specified as correct for the drum module.
2. Even when the module is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the module at the minimum
level. When you are not using the drum module for a long time, make sure to unplug the AC
power adaptor from the wall AC outlet.
Turning the Power on
1. Please make sure that the volume has been adjusted
minimize.
2. Press the [POWER] button.
3. Listen through the headphone.
4. Striking the pads and adjust the volume by slowly turning
the [VOLUME] knob toward the right direction. Keep
turning until you get an appropriate value.
Note:
Make sure that you have made all necessary connections right
(trigger, audio and so on), turn down all volume controls of the
module and other audio equipments.
Turning the Power off
1. Minimize the volume of the module and connected audio
devices.
2. Turn the connected external audio device off.
3. Press the [POWER] button again.
Note:
The drum module automatically saves all current settings before
it turns off, you can also restore the factory setting by the follo-
wing steps:
a) Press the []/[] buttons simultaneously.
b) Press the [POWER] button.
c) When the LCD displays “FAC SET”, it indicates the factory
setting is finished.
About the Auto Power Off Function
To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this function auto-
matically turns the power off if no buttons or keys are operated
for approximately 30 minutes. If desired, you can disable or
enable this function. Refer to Utility Settings.
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