MOOER Drummer X2 Instruction Manual

1. Įvadas

Welcome to the MOOER Drummer X2, a powerful and versatile stereo multi-drum machine pedal designed for guitarists. This manual provides detailed instructions on how to set up, operate, and maintain your Drummer X2 to get the most out of its features.

2. Produktas baigtasview

2.1. Valdikliai ir jungtys

The Drummer X2 features an intuitive layout of knobs, footswitches, and input/output jacks for comprehensive control over your drum grooves.

1 pav.: priekis view of the Drummer X2 pedal, showing all controls and footswitches.

• EQ rankenėlė: Adjusts the equalization of the drum sound.
• SPEED rankenėlė: Controls the tempo of the drum groove (40-260 BPM).
• LEVEL rankenėlė: Adjusts the overall volume of the drum machine.
• GENRE Knob: Selects one of 11 musical genres.
• PATTERN Knob: Selects one of 11 groove variations within the chosen genre.
• IŠSAUGOTI mygtukas: Saves current settings to a song bank.
• PLAY/STOP Footswitch: Toggles playback of the drum groove.
• TAP/FILL Footswitch: Taps in tempo or triggers a drum fill.
• PARTS Indicator: Displays the current part of the drum groove.
• DC 9V įvestis: Maitinimo jungtis.
• USB prievadas: For connecting to editor software and firmware updates.

2 pav.: šonas view of the Drummer X2 pedal, showing the L(MONO) and R input jacks.

3 pav.: šonas view of the Drummer X2 pedal, showing the L(MONO) and R output jacks and EXT/CTRL jack.

4 paveikslas: viršuje view of the Drummer X2 pedal, showing the DC 9V power input and USB port.

3. Sąranka

1. Maitinimo jungtis: Connect a 9V DC, 300mA, center-negative power supply to the DC 9V input jack. It is highly recommended to use the original power supply to avoid unexpected noise.
2. Garso įvestis: Connect your instrument (e.g., electric guitar) to the L(MONO) input jack. For stereo input, connect a second instrument or stereo source to the R input jack.
3. Garso išvestis: Connect the L(MONO) output jack to your amplifier or audio interface. For stereo output, connect the R output jack to a second amplifier or stereo input.
4. Išorinis valdymas (neprivaloma): If using an external footswitch, connect it to the EXT/CTRL jack.
5. USB jungtis (neprivaloma): For firmware updates and preset management, connect the USB-C port to your computer using the provided USB-C to USB-A cable.

4. Naudojimo instrukcijos

4.1. Selecting Drum Grooves

1. Pasukite ŽANRAS knob to select one of the 11 musical genres (e.g., Pop, Funk, Rock, Metal, Jazz, Blues, R&B, Fusion, Punk, Country, Reggae). The genre list is printed on the side of the pedal.
2. Pasukite RAŠTAS knob to choose one of the 11 groove variations available within the selected genre.
3. The DALYS indicator will show the current part of the drum groove.

5 pav.: priekis view of the Drummer X2 pedal, highlighting the genre list on the left side.

4.2. Playback and Tempo Control

• Paspauskite PLAY/STOP footswitch to start or stop the drum groove.
• Sureguliuokite GREITIS knob to change the tempo (BPM).
• Arba naudokite Bakstelėkite TEMPO function: Repeatedly tap the TAP/FILL footswitch at your desired tempo. The pedal will synchronize to your taps.

4.3. Volume and EQ Adjustment

• Naudokite LYGIS knob to set the overall output volume of the drum machine.
• The EQ knob allows for quick tonal adjustments to suit your output device (e.g., amplifier, FRFR speaker) and environment.

4.4. Using the FILL Function

While a drum groove is playing, press the TAP/FILL footswitch once to trigger a drum fill. The fill will play and then return to the main groove.

4.5. Saving and Recalling Song Banks

The Drummer X2 allows you to save your favorite grooves and tempos into 11 customized song banks, each containing 7 rhythm slots.

1. Set your desired GENRE, PATTERN, SPEED, LEVEL, and EQ settings.
2. Paspauskite IŠSAUGOTI button. The LED will indicate it's ready to save.
3. Use the footswitches or external control to select the desired song bank and rhythm slot.
4. Paspauskite IŠSAUGOTI mygtuką dar kartą, kad patvirtintumėte.
5. To recall a saved rhythm, navigate to the desired song bank and rhythm slot using the footswitches or external control.

4.6. Editor Software and Firmware Updates

Specialized editor software is available for managing presets and updating the firmware of your Drummer X2. This software can be downloaded from the official MOOER website. Connect the pedal to your computer via the USB port to use the software.

5. Priežiūra

• Pedalą palaikykite švarų, nuvalydami jį minkštu, sausu skudurėliu.
• Saugokite pedalą nuo ekstremalių temperatūrų, drėgmės ar tiesioginių saulės spindulių.
• Nenaudokite abrazyvinių valiklių ar tirpiklių.
• Prieš naudodami įsitikinkite, kad visi jungtys yra saugūs.

6. Problemų sprendimas

• Nėra garso:
  • Patikrinkite visas kabelių jungtis (įvesties, išvesties, maitinimo).
  • Ensure the power supply meets the 9V 300mA center-negative requirement.
  • Verify the LEVEL knob is not set to minimum.
  • Confirm the drum groove is playing (PLAY/STOP footswitch).
• Nepageidaujamas triukšmas:
  • Use the original or a high-quality isolated power supply.
  • Patikrinkite, ar nėra pažeistų kabelių.
  • Adjust the EQ knob to see if it reduces specific frequencies causing noise.
• Kojiniai jungikliai nereaguoja:
  • Ensure the pedal is powered correctly.
  • If using an external footswitch, check its connection and functionality.

7. Specifikacijos

8. Vartotojo patarimai

• Experiment with the EQ knob to find the best drum sound for your specific setup, whether you're using a guitar amp or a full-range flat-response (FRFR) system.
• Utilize the TAP TEMPO function frequently during practice to quickly match the drum beat to your playing speed.
• Paimk advanątage of the editor software to organize your custom rhythm slots and song banks efficiently for different songs or practice routines.
• Consider using an external footswitch for even more seamless control during live performances, especially for quick changes between song banks or triggering fills.

9. Garantija ir palaikymas

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official MOOER website or contact your authorized MOOER dealer. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase for warranty claims.