Yamaha FGDP-30 User guide

Finger drum pad
Surface de percussion tactile
Драм-машина
Startup Guide
Kurzanleitung
Guide de démarrage
Guía de inicio
Guia de inicialização
Руководство по запуску

2FGDP-50 FGDP-30 Startup Guide
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.)
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved
by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this
product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to use this product in the
USA.
3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices.
Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential environment will not result
in harmful interference with other electronic devices. This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the
instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Compliance with FCC regulations
does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be
determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:
- Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.
- Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
- In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to co-axial
type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product. If you
cannot locate the appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Corporation of America, 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620, U.S.A.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.
(529-M04 FCC class B YCA 02)

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COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT
(Supplier’s declaration of conformity procedure)
Responsible Party: Yamaha Corporation of America
Address: 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue,
Buena Park, CA. 90620, U.S.A.
Telephone: 714-522-9011
Type of Equipment: Finger Drum Pad
Model Name: FGDP-50, FGDP-30
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
(529-M02 FCC sdoc YCA 02)
This device contains a lithium-ion battery.
After usage, you may recycle the battery, but you never attempt to
remove it by yourself. Have the device inspected by qualified Yamaha
service personnel. If there is no Yamaha personnel in your area,
dispose of it properly according to relevant environmental laws and
disposal rules in your area.
Cet appareil contient une pile au lithium-ion.
Recyclez la pile après utilisation mais ne l'ôtez jamais par vous-même.
Faites inspecter l'unité par un technicien Yamaha qualifié. Si vous ne
trouvez pas de technicien Yamaha qualifié dans votre région, mettez
la pile au rebut conformément aux lois et aux règlementations
environnementales en vigueur localement.
(582-M02)
Important Notice:
U.S. LIMITED WARRANTY for Customers in the
United States
For detailed information about this Yamaha product and warranty
service, please either visit the following website address (printable file
is available at our website) or contact Customer Service at the address
or telephone number identified below.
Website Address:
Yamaha.io/SynthAndStageWarranty
Customer Service:
Yamaha Corporation of America
6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620-1273
Telephone: 800-854-1569

PRECAUTIONS
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Contents
PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................. 4
About the Manuals .................................................................................... 10
Included Accessories ................................................................................. 10
Controls .......................................................................................................... 11
Charging ........................................................................................................ 14
Turning the Power On/Off ....................................................................... 15
Playing the Finger Drum Pads ............................................................... 16
Various Functions (FGDP-50) .................................................................. 19
Various Functions (FGDP-30) .................................................................. 21
Specifications ............................................................................................... 22
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 25
PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
Especially in the case of children, a guardian should provide
guidance on how to properly use and handle the product before
actual use.
Please keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future
reference.
WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the
possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical
shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire, explosion or other
hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to,
the following:
Power supply
•Do not place the USB cable near heat sources such as heaters or
radiators. Also, do not excessively bend or otherwise damage
the cable, or place heavy objects on it.
•Do not touch the product, the USB cable or the USB power
adaptor during an electrical storm.
•Use only the correct voltage specified for the product. The
required voltage is printed on the name plate of the product.
•Use only the specified USB power adaptor (page 14).
•Use only the supplied USB cable. Do not use the USB cable for
other devices.
The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., may be
found on or near the name plate, which is at the bottom of the unit.
You should note this serial number in the space provided below and
retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase to aid
identification in the event of theft.
Model No.
Serial No.
(1003-M06 plate bottom en 01)

PRECAUTIONS
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•Check the USB adaptor plug periodically and remove any dirt
or dust which may have accumulated on it.
•Insert the USB power adaptor plug firmly all the way into the
AC outlet. Using the product when it is not plugged in
sufficiently can cause dust to accumulate on the plug, possibly
resulting in fire or skin burns.
•When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you
are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction
occurs, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the USB
power adaptor plug from the outlet.
•Do not connect the product to an electrical outlet using a
multi-plug outlet extender. Doing so can result in lower sound
quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.
•When disconnecting the cable, always hold the plug itself and
not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it and cause
electric shocks or a fire.
•If not using the product for long periods of time, be sure to
disconnect the USB cable and the USB power adaptor from the
AC outlet.
Do not disassemble
•This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not
attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in
any way.
Water warning
•Do not expose the product to rain, use it near water or in damp
or wet conditions, or place on it any containers (such as vases,
bottles or glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any
openings or places where water may drop. A liquid such as
water getting into the product may cause a fire, electric shocks,
or malfunctions.
•Never insert or remove a power plug with wet hands.
Fire warning
•Do not place any burning items or open flames near the
product, and do not dispose of product in fire, since they may
cause a fire or explosion.
Handling
•Magnetism from this product may affect electro-medical
devices, such as a heart pacemaker implant or defibrillator
implant.
-Keep the product away from a heart pacemaker implant or a
defibrillator implant.
Batteries
•Do not subject the product to mechanical shock or drop.
Failure to comply may result in fire, electric shock, explosion, or
malfunction.

PRECAUTIONS
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•Do not expose the product 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), low air pressure to prevent the
possibility of explosion of built-in battery, product
disfiguration, damage to the internal components or unstable
operation.
•Never charge when the product is wet. Doing so may cause
electric shock, fire, or malfunction due to short circuiting.
•When charging, follow the instructions that came with the
instructions of the connected device. Use only the specified
charger device and within the range of 5°C–35°C.
Charging with an unspecified charger or at a temperature
outside the range may cause leakage, overheating, explosion,
or malfunction.
If you notice any abnormality
•If any of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the
power and disconnect the USB cable from the power source.
Also, avoid touching the product in the following conditions.
Finally have the device inspected by Yamaha service personnel.
-The USB cable or plug becomes frayed or damaged.
-Unusual smells or smoke are emitted.
-When it seems that the product is overheating.
-Some object, or water has been dropped into the product.
-There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the product.
-Cracks or other visible damage appear on the product.
When the power cannot be turned off by normal operation,
press and hold the and buttons at the same time to
turn the power off.
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the
possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to
the product or other property. These precautions include, but
are not limited to, the following:
Location
•Do not place the product in an unstable position or a location
with excessive vibration, where it might accidentally fall over
and cause injury.
•Before moving the product, remove all connected cables, to
prevent damage to the cables or injury to anyone who might
trip over them.
Connections
•Before connecting the product to other devices, turn off the
power for all devices. Before turning the power on or off for all
devices, set all volume levels to minimum.
•Be sure to set the volumes of all devices at their minimum
levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the
product to set the desired listening level.

NOTICE
FGDP-50 FGDP-30 Startup Guide 7
Handling
•Do not insert foreign materials such as metal or paper into any
openings or gaps of the product. Failure to observe this may
cause a fire, electric shocks, or malfunctions.
•Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the
product, and do not use excessive force on the buttons,
switches or connectors.
•Do not use the product or headphones for a long period of
time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can
cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing
loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
•Remove the USB cable from the AC outlet before cleaning the
unit. Failure to observe this may cause electric shocks.
Always turn off the power when the product is not in use.
Even when the product power is turned off (lamps are off or LCD
screen is 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
you unplug the USB cable from the power source.
(DMI-10)
NOTICE
To avoid the possibility of malfunction/damage to the product,
damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices
below.
Rechargeable battery
•This product contains a lithium-ion battery.
•Charge the battery every six months to maintain its power. If
you don’t use the battery for a long time, you may not be able
to charge it.
•Rechargeable batteries have a limited lifespan. The capacity
will gradually decrease depending on how it is stored, the
environment in which it is used, how often it is used, and how
much time passes.
•The battery is not removable by the user.
Recycle
•Lithium-ion batteries can be recycled. After
usage, you may recycle the battery, but never
attempt to remove it by yourself. Have the device
inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
If there are no Yamaha service personnel in your
area, dispose of it properly according to relevant
environmental laws and disposal rules in your
area.
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by
improper use or modifications to the product, or data that is
lost or destroyed.

NOTICE
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(58-M02 WEEE en 01)
Handling
•Do not use this product in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo
equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise,
this product or the other device may generate noise.
•When you use the product along with an app on your smart
device, such as a smartphone or tablet, we recommend that
you enable “Airplane Mode” on the device to avoid noise
caused by communication.
•Depending on the condition of surrounding radio waves, the
product may possibly malfunction.
•Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the product,
since this might discolor the product.
•Do not press the LCD screen on the FGDP-50 with your finger
because it is a sensitive, precision-made part. Doing so might
cause an appearance abnormality, such as a stripe on the LCD,
although this abnormality should disappear again within a
short time.
Maintenance
•When cleaning the product, use a soft and dry (or slightly
damp) cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, alcohol,
cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.
Storage
•Do not expose the product for a long time to excessive dust or
vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight,
Information for users on collection and disposal of
old equipment:
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents means that used
electrical and electronic products should not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products, please take them to applicable collection
points, in accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of these products correctly, you will
help to save valuable resources and prevent any
potential negative effects on human health and the
environment which could otherwise arise from
inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and
recycling of old products, please contact your local
municipality, your waste disposal service or the
point of sale where you purchased the items.
For business users in the European Union:
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic
equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier
for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries
outside the European Union:
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If
you wish to discard these items, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.

INFORMATION
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near a heater, or in a car during the day) in order to prevent the
possibility of disfiguration, damage to the internal components
or unstable operation.
•Store with the pad side up. If you store it with the other side
facing up and the pad side down, unstable operation may
result.
Saving data
•Some of the data of this product are stored when the power is
turned off. However, the saved data may be lost due to some
failure, an operational mistake, etc. From the FGDP-50, save
your important data onto a USB flash drive. Information about
the data automatically stored in the product and the USB flash
drives that can be used with the FGDP-50 can be found in the
User Guide (HTML).
•To protect against data loss through USB flash drive damage,
we recommend that you save your important data onto spare
USB flash drive or an external device such as a computer as
backup data.
INFORMATION
About copyrights
•The copyright of the “content”*1 installed in this product
belongs to Yamaha Corporation or its copyright holder. Except
as permitted by copyright laws and other relevant laws, such as
copying for personal use, it is prohibited to “reproduce or
divert”*2 without the permission of the copyright holder. When
using the content, consult with a copyright expert.
If you create music or perform with the contents through the
original use of the product, and then record and distribute
them, the permission of Yamaha Corporation is not required
regardless of whether the distribution method is paid or free of
charge.
*1: The word “content” includes a computer program, audio data,
Accompaniment Style data, MIDI data, waveform data, voice
recording data, music score, and score data, etc.
*2: The phrase “reproduce or divert” includes taking out the content
itself in this product, or recording and distributing it without
changes in a similar manner.
About this manual
•The illustrations as shown in this manual are for instructional
purposes only.
•Unless indicated otherwise, the illustrations as shown in this
manual are based on the FGDP-50.
•The designation “NOTE” as shown in this manual indicates
instructions and supplementary explanations for optimum use.
•The company names and product names in this manual are the
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.

About the Manuals
10 FGDP-50 FGDP-30 Startup Guide
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Finger Drum Pad FGDP-50 and/or FGDP-30.
These finger drum pad instruments allow you to easily and conveniently play drum and percussion sounds with your fingers.
They were specially designed to be a highly portable ‘mobile drum kit’ that anyone can enjoy anywhere and at any time. In addition,
these instruments are exceptionally useful for experienced finger-drumming players, for beginners who want to learn and get better at
finger drumming, for actual drummers who want to enjoy playing easily, and for composers/producers who want to create original
rhythms.
In order to take full advantage of the FGDP’s functionality and enjoy performing with it, please read this guide carefully before use.
After you have read this guide, keep it in a safe and handy place for future reference.
Included Accessories
•Startup Guide (this book)
•Online Member Product Registration
•USB A – micro-USB B cable (1.5 m)
About the Manuals
The following two manuals are available for the product.
Startup Guide (this book) To help you use the product immediately, these explanations focus on product overview and basic
operations.
User Guide (HTML) This explains all information about this product, including
information provided in the Startup Guide.
https://manual.yamaha.com/mi/de/fgdp50/index_q.html
https://manual.yamaha.com/mi/de/fgdp30/index_q.html
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