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Owner's Manual
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SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION
This product utilizes batteries or an external power supply (adapter). DO
NOT connect this product to any power supply or adapter other than
one described in the manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha.
This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a
cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is
used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the
time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or
modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update
existing units.
This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and
headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of producing sound levels
that could cause permanent hearing loss. DO NOT operate for long
periods of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable.
If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should
consult an audiologist.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period before
damage occurs.
NOTICE:
Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a
function or effect works (when the unit is operating as designed) are not
covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners
responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and consult your
dealer before requesting service.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES:
Yamaha strives to produce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the
production methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware
of the following:
Battery Notice:
This product MAY contain a small non-rechargeable battery which (if
applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of
battery is approximately five years. When replacement becomes necessary, contact a qualified service representative to perform the replacement.
This product may also use “household” type batteries. Some of these
may be rechargeable. Make sure that the battery being charged is a
rechargeable type and that the charger is intended for the battery being
charged.
When installing batteries, do not mix batteries with new, or with batteries
of a different type. Batteries MUST be installed correctly. Mismatches or
incorrect installation may result in overheating and battery case rupture.
Warning:
Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery. Keep all
batteries away from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as
regulated by the laws in your area. Note: Check with any retailer of
household type batteries in your area for battery disposal information.
Disposal Notice:
Should this product become damaged beyond repair, or for some
reason its useful life is considered to be at an end, please observe all
local, state, and federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc. If your dealer is unable to
assist you, please contact Yamaha directly.
NAME PLATE LOCATION:
The name plate is located on the bottom of the product. The model
number, serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on this
plate. You should record the model number, serial number, and the date
of purchase in the spaces provided below and retain this manual as a
permanent record of your purchase.
Model DD-20
DD-20/DD-20S
Serial No.
Purchase Date
92-BP (bottom)
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL
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
* This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA.
This Class B digital apparatus
complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
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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 can not locate the appropriate retailer, please
contact Yamaha Corporation of America, Electronic Service
Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA90620
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed
by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.
(class B)
OBSERVERA!
Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) sá länge
som den ar ansluten till vägguttaget, även om själva apparaten
har stängts av.
ADVARSEL: Netspæendingen til dette apparat er IKKE
afbrudt, sálæenge netledningen siddr i en stikkontakt, som er t
endt — ogsá selvom der or slukket pá apparatets afbryder.
VAROITUS: Laitteen toisiopiiriin kytketty käyttökytkin ei irroita
koko laitetta verkosta.
(standby)
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PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING
* Please keep these precautions in a safe 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 or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any
way. The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning,
discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place
containers on it containing liquids which might spill into any openings.
• If the AC adaptor cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden loss of sound
during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells or smoke should appear to be caused by
it, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the adaptor plug from the outlet, and have
the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the
instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Do not place the AC adaptor cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators, and do not
excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over it.
• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always hold the plug itself and
not the cord.
• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Doing so can
result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.
• Unplug the AC power adaptor when not using the instrument, or during electrical storms.
• Always make sure all batteries are inserted in conformity with the +/- polarity markings. Failure
to do so might result in overheating, fire, or battery fluid leakage.
• Always replace all batteries at the same time. Do not use new batteries together with old ones.
Also, do not mix battery types, such as alkaline batteries with manganese batteries, or batteries
from different makers, or different types of batteries from the same maker, since this can cause
overheating, fire, or battery fluid leakage.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are not intended to be charged.
• When the batteries run out, or if the instrument is not to be used for a long time, remove the
batteries from the instrument to prevent possible leakage of the battery fluid.
• Keep batteries away from children.
• If the batteries do leak, avoid contact with the leaked fluid. If the battery fluid should come in
contact with your eyes, mouth, or skin, wash immediately with water and consult a doctor. Battery fluid is corrosive and may possibly cause loss of sight or chemical burns.
• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually
raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
• Do not expose the instrument 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) to prevent the possibility of panel
disfiguration or damage to the internal components.
• Do not use the instrument near other electrical products such as televisions, radios, or speakers,
since this might cause interference which can affect proper operation of the other products.
• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.
• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected adaptor and other cables.
• Use the specified adaptor (PA-3B, PA-3C or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha) only.
Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.
• Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric plug from the outlet. Never insert or
remove an electric plug with wet hands.
• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on
it.
• Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the unit.
A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.
• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, cleaning
fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths. Also, do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects
on the instrument, since this might discolor the panel or keyboard.
• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive
force on the buttons, switches or connectors.
• Do not operate the instrument 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.
Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications
to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.
Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.
Make sure to discard used batteries according to local regulations.
The illustrations as shown in this owner’s manual are for instructional purposes only, and
may be different from the ones on your instrument.
Any mention or reference to the DD-20 in this manual also applies to the model DD-20S.
Entsorgung leerer Batterien (nur innerhalb Deutschlands)
Leisten Sie einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz. Verbrauchte
Batterien oder Akkumulatoren dürfen nicht in den Hausmüll. Sie
können bei einer Sammelstelle für Altbatterien bzw. Sondermüll
abgegeben werden. Informieren Sie sich bei Ihrer Kommune.
(battery)
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Welcome
Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of a powerful new musical instrument capable of inspiring and fueling
your musical creativity. This is not just another digital percussion instrument. The DD-20 is the result of passion,
vision, and commitment from people who want you to enjoy
yourself every time you play it. We’re sure you’ll agree as you
discover the limitless possibilities of your new digital percussion instrument! Keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
Contents
The DD-20 At a Glance.................................................. 6
Setting Up ...................................................................... 7
Playing the Demo ..........................................................8
Percussion Set .............................................................. 8
Pad Assign..................................................................... 9
Style................................................................................ 9
Tempo .......................................................................... 10
Tap Start....................................................................... 10
Auto Roll ...................................................................... 11
Sound Effect ................................................................ 11
Troubleshooting.......................................................... 12
Specifications.............................................................. 12
Percussion Set List..................................................... 13
Voice List ..................................................................... 13
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Taking Care of the DD-20
Avoid Heat
Avoid placing the DD-20 near windows, heaters or other areas subject to
excessive heat or in a car exposed to direct sunlight.
Avoid Dust and Moisture
Avoid locations where the DD-20 is likely to be exposed to excessive dust or
moisture.
Avoid Physical Shocks
Do not subject the DD-20 to strong physical shocks and avoid placing heavy
objects on it.
Avoid Television and Radio Interference
The DD-20 contains digital circuitry and may cause interference if it is
placed too close to radio or television receivers. If interference occurs, move
the DD-20 farther away from the affected receiver(s).
Cleaning the DD-20
Use only a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth to clean the DD-20. Never use
solvents or thinners to clean the instrument.
Avoid Power Cord Damage
Do not place the DD-20 where somebody is liable to step on, trip over or
crush the power cord or any other connecting cables.
Making Connections
Before making any connections, turn off the power of the DD-20 and any
other equipment. Lower the volume on all audio equipment to the minimum
level when turning the power on.
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HEADPHONES/
AUX. OUT
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The DD-20 At a Glance
Front View
LED display
LED display shows, the
selected Style, Volume,
Percussion Set, Tempo,
Sound Effect, Auto Roll,
and other settings.
STYLE list
The Style list is
on the front
panel for easy
reference.
VOLUME buttons
The volume of the DD20 is controlled by the
two VOLUME buttons.
The maximum volume
is automatically set
when you turn on the
power. Holding down
either the
or
button decreases
or increases
the volume
rapidly.
-15dB
-18dB
-21dB
-24dB
L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9
-6dB
-9dB
-12dB
STYLE LIST
00-05 DANCE
06-09 HOUSE
10-13 HIP HOP
14-16 RAP
17-19 DISCO
20-23 POP ROCK
24-26 HARD ROCK
27-28 HEAVY METAL
29-31 CONTEMPO. ROCK
VOLUME
STANDBY ON
STANDBY/ON
switch
To turn on the
DD-20, move the
STANDBY/ON
switch to the right;
to turn it off move
the STANDBY/ON
switch to the left.
MAX
-3dB
32-35 8 BEAT
36-39 16 BEAT
40-43 ROCK SHUFFLE
44 PROGRE. ROCK
45 PUNK ROCK
46 TECHNO ROCK
47 LATIN ROCK
48-50 ROCK' N' ROLL
51-53 RHYTHM & BLUES
54-56 SOUL
SELECTOR
BEAT
STYLE / PERC.SET / TEMPO
STYLE PERC.SET TEMPO DEMO
PAD ASSIGNTAP
START
AUTO
START/
OFF
ROLL
STOP
ECHO
FLAM
ROLL
SELECTOR dial
The SELECTOR dial can
be an extremely quick
way to adjust the
Percussion Set, Pad
Assignment, Auto
Rhythm Style, Tempo
and Sound Effect sets.
Refer to each section
appropriately, for details.
Side View
SE
SELECT
1
2
3
4
57-60 FUNK
61-65 SWING
66-67 JAZZ BALLAD
68-71 FUSION
72-73 BOSSA NOVA
74-76 SAMBA
77-79 SALSA
80-81 REGGAE
82 CALYPSO
83 MERENGUE
84 BEGUINE
85 RHUMBA
86 MAMBO
87 CHA-CHA
88 TANGO
89-90 AFRICAN
91 COUNTRY
92-93 MARCH
94-96 WALTZ
97-99 METRONOME
SOUND EFFECT PADS
SOUND EFFECT pads
The DD-20 has four
Sound Effect pads
featuring a total of 16
realistic sound effects.
Operating buttons
STYLE (See page 9.)
PERC. SET (See page 8.)
TEMPO (See page 10.)
DEMO (See page 8.)
TAP START (See page 10.)
PAD ASSIGN (See page 9.)
SE SELECT (See page 11.)
START/ STOP
(See pages 8, 9 and 10.)
AUTO ROLL (See page 11.)
Supplied Accessories
• Percussion Sticks
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Percussion Pads
Striking two percussion pads
at the same time produces
simultaneous sounds according to the voices assigned to
the respective pads.
Sensitivity
The DD-20’s main percussion pads feature touch
sensors so that they respond
just like acoustic percussion
instruments. Striking the
percussion pads with different force results in relatively
loud or soft sounds accordingly. Be careful not to strike
the pads with excessive force
as this may seriously damage
the percussion pad sensors.
Setting Up
Supplying Power
The DD-20 will operate on either an optional power adaptor or
optional batteries.
▼ To connect a power adaptor:
1. Connect only the Yamaha PA-3B or PA3C power adaptor to the DC IN jack of
the DD-20.
2. Plug the power
adaptor into an AC
power outlet.
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HEADPHONES/
DC IN 10-12V
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WARNING
Use ONLY the Yamaha PA-3B, PA-3C AC Power Adaptor
(or other adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha)
to power your instrument from the AC mains. The use of
other adaptors may result in irreparable damage to both
the adaptor and the DD-20.
CAUTION
Unplug the AC Power Adaptor when not using the DD20, or during electrical storms.
DC IN 10-12V
AUX. OUT
Headphones
You can use a standard pair
of stereo headphones, such as
Yamaha’s HPE-3 or HPE150, with the DD-20 for
private practice.
To connect headphones insert
the headphone plug into the
HEADPHONES/AUX. OUT
jack. The DD-20’s internal
speakers will switch off
automatically when you plug
in a pair of headphones.
▼ To insert batteries:
1. Remove the battery compartment
cover located on the bottom of the
DD-20.
2. Insert six (6) 1.5 V “AA” (R-6, SUM-3) or equivalent
batteries into the battery compartment.
Make sure the polarities are lined up as indicated in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover securely.
CAUTION
Never mix old and new batteries or different types of
batteries (e.g., alkaline and manganese).
To prevent possible damage from battery leakage,
remove the batteries from the instrument if it is not to
be used for a long time.
❏
When the batteries are low, replace with a complete set of six new
batteries. Never mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries. The batteries are low when the DD-20’s voices become noticeably
distorted or the DD-20 resets to default settings unexpectedly.
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