Axus AXK4 User manual

ELECTRONIC DRUM KIT
USER MANUAL
This product is subject to change without prior notice

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● 6 layers
● 15 sets of drums
● 165 timbres
● 30 songs
● Adjustable drum sensitivity
● Three teaching modes
● Speed control: 30 ~ 250 beats / min
● Metronome: 1-4 types
● Other functions: parameter storage, reset and recording
● Three digit LED display
● Connectivity: power supply DC, USB MIDI, headphones, audio input, audio
output
SELECT CLICK REC
VOLUME
KIT METRONOME COACH SONG
-+
Thank you for choosing our electronic drum kit. Before using this product, please read the
instructions and warnings in detail.
INTRODUCTION
CAUTION！
● This product is an electro-acoustic instrument. It is normal to hear a little current sound in the
speakers or headphones after power-on.
● Keep away from radio, TV, antenna receiver, router, refrigerator, TV, motor and other RF electrical
interference sources during use.

CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION ----------------------------------------------------------------------
CONTENTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
INSTALLATION GUIDE ---------------------------------------------------------------
CHECK THE INCLUDED ITEMS -----------------------------------------------------------------
STAND PIPE FITTING ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
DRUM PAD INSTALLATION --------------------------------------------------------------------
MOUNTING BRACKET AND DRUM ------------------------------------------------------------
INSTALL CYMBALS, SOUND MODULE AND PLACE PEDALS ----------------------------------
INSERT CONNECTION CABLE ------------------------------------------------------------------
SOUND MODULE DIAGRAM --------------------------------------------------------
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION ----------------------------------------------------------------
USB MIDI PORT ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
AUDIO OUTPUT PORT --------------------------------------------------------------------------
AUDIO INPUT PORT ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
HEADPHONE PORT-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
OPERATION GUIDE -------------------------------------------------------------------
POWER -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
DRUM KIT SELECTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------
METRONOME ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PRACTICE FUNCTION --------------------------------------------------------------------------
COACH MODE ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
DEMO SONG ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
DRUM PARAMETERS -------------------------------------------------------------------------
RECORDING FUNCTION ----------------------------------------------------------------------
SAVE / RESET ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
USB MIDI --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
APPENDIX ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
DRUM SOUNDS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PRESET DRUM KITS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
USER DEFINED DRUM KITS -------------------------------------------------------------------
DEMO SONGS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PRODUCT MAINTENANCE ----------------------------------------------------------
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS--------------------------------------------------------------
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INSTALLATION GUIDE
● Please follow the instructions and read the safety precautions carefully before using.
● This product must be installed by an adult, please do not let children install it independently.
WARNING！
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Check the included items
● After opening the package, please check whether it contains all the items immediately. If there
are any missing, please contact your dealer.
Sound module Module bracket Hi-hat Ride Crash
Tom
(3pcs)
Snare Drum sticks
Signal connection cable Power adapter Drum key
Hi-hat pedal Kick pedal
Ride/Crash arm Hi-hat arm
Left base leg Right base leg Left foot Right foot Middle support
bar
Hi-Hat cymbal
support bar
Snare/Tom
support bar*2

tom1 tom2
tom3
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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snare
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Stand pipe fitting
●The stand is located in a small individual
package inside the box.
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Drum pad installation
●Please be careful and do not to pinch your fingers when installing.

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
Insert the bracket and drum pads
into the corresponding positions
and then tighten the screws.
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Mounting bracket
●The bracket needs to be inserted into place and the screws tightened to avoid dropping.
With anti rotation function

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
Install the cymbal and the sound module on the bracket as shown in the picture.
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Install cymbals, sound module, place pedals
● Do not tighten the cymbal too tightly, leave some space for them to snake up and down.

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The Foot Switch must be switched to "B" for the pedal to work.
FOOT SWITCH
A B
FOOT SWITCH
A B
*This product adopts mode B
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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Insert the connection cable
● Please insert the connection cable correctly as shown in the diagram to avoid poor contact. Each
drum/cymbal is noted on the coloured cable end, use the diagram to connect the correct cable to
the corresponding position.
Tom1 Tom2
Tom3
RideCrash
Hi-hat
Snare
Hi-hat control Kick drum pedal
Drum module

SOUND MODULE DIAGRAM
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MANU
OFF/ON
CAUTION！
● To prevent damage to the equipment or hearing loss, turn the volume to minimum before connecting any devices.
1. Connect the power supply according to the diagram (DC 9V). (Fig. 1)
2. If you do not use this product for a long time, please pull out the power plug and store in a safe place.
1POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION
Connect a set of standard stereo headphones to not disturb others around you when playing without connecting
speakers. (Fig. 5)
5HEADPHONE PORT
The audio output port (OUTPUT) can be connected to an active speaker (electronic drum speaker is recommended)
or large audio equipment. (Fig. 3)
3AUDIO OUTPUT PORT
The audio input port (AUX IN) can connect the sound from your device (such as MP3 or mobile phone) so you can
play along with your favourite songs. (Fig. 4)
4AUDIO INPUT PORT
1. By connecting a computer or device to the USB port, you can learn to play, compose and store music with
pre-installed software from your computer. Use a USB type B cable. (Fig. 2)
2. When connected to a computer or device, the audio output of the device needs to be connected to the audio input
(PHONE) socket of the module box in order to synchronize the sound effects on the device. (Fig. 5)
2USB MIDI PORT
4 5 2 3 1

OPERATION GUIDE
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2DRUM KIT SELECTION
4PRACTICE FUNCTION & COACH MODE
1. Insert the DC plug into the DC 9V port on the top of the module. Slide the POWER switch to the right (viewed from the
front) to power up the drum kit. To turn the drum kit off slide the switch to the left.
1POWER
3METRONOME
1. Press the METRONOME button to enter the metronome mode.
2. The screen will display the speed value (120 BPM default speed). Turn the parameter wheel or use the -/+ buttons to
change the metronome speed. Press the CLICK button to start the metronome.
3. Press the SELECT button in metronome mode, the screen will jump to the metronome parameter adjustment
interface. You can press the -/+ buttons to select the parameter you want to adjust:
r (beat type:2,4,8,16), b (beat number: 01-09), L (metronome volume: 00-31), and then turn the parameter
wheel to adjust the parameter settings.
4. Once the parameters have been adjusted, press the SELECT button to confirm and exit the parameter interface. Then
use the CLICK button to start and stop the metronome as desired.
1. Press the KIT button to show the current drum kit. Turn the parameter wheel or use the -/+ buttons to select the
desired drum kit. There are 15 drum kits to choose from - see drum kit list on page 11.
1. The coach mode of this product can help establish speed, accuracy, endurance and help cultivate the practice of a
better sense of rhythm. Make progress under the supervision of the coach mode! Press the COACH button to enter the
coach mode. In this mode, there are three practice modes. Select the practice mode through the data wheel or -/+
button:
i. Exercise mode 1: C-1 beat detection exercise: beat the drum at a fixed speed to train the accuracy of the blow.
ii. Practice mode 2: C-2 silent strike mode: the metronome will sound one section and mute one section to train the
strike accuracy without metronome prompt. It is an advanced version of practice mode 1.
iii. Practice mode 3: C-3 speed strike practice, the metronome will automatically change the speed from the slowest to
the fastest and then the fastest to the slowest.

OPERATION GUIDE
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6DEMO SONGS
1. Press the KIT button and the screen will display 01 (drum kit number). Press SELECT to enter the drum parameter
adjustment mode.
2. Tap the drum you want to adjust, then press the -/+ buttons to select the parameter for adjustment.
Sensitivity S (01-06). Trigger threshold t (01 - 32). Crosstalk threshold c (01 -32).
Repeated trigger r (01-32). Drum Force V (01-03). Drum volume L (00 - 31).
3. Change the parameters by rotating the parameter wheel and long press the - button to save. The screen with display
SAV to indicate the parameter adjustment has been saved successfully.
4. To restore the drum parameters back to factory settings long press the + button until the screen displays RES.
PLEASE NOTE: The parameters for the 3 tom drums can not be set individually.
1. Press the < REC > button when the indicator light is in the "KIT" and "CLICK" states and the screen displays
the words "REC" in the flashing state, entering the recording preparation state.
2. Tap any drum and the metronome sounds. At this time, the screen displays "---" in the flashing state and starts
recording.
3. Press the < REC > key or < PLAY > key again, the recording stops and "A-1" is displayed on the screen.
4. Press < > to start playing the current recording and press again to stop playback.
5. If you enter the recording preparation state again without any drumming, the "A-1" recorded last time is played back.
1. To save parameters long press the <-> button and the screen will display SAV.
2. To reset parameters long press the <+> button and the screen will display RES res.
1. To use the drum kits MIDI function plug a USB-B data cable (not included with this drum kit) into the control unit
and connect to PC/Smartphone.
7DRUM PARAMETERS
8RECORDING FUNCTION
9SAVE / RESET
10 USBMIDI
2. Once the coaching mode has been chosen, press the CLICK button. The metronome beats will start and you can
play along on the drum for practice.
3. After four preliminary beats, the display will show:
4. Once you have completed the coaching mode a score will be displayed from 0-100 evaluating the accuracy of
the exercise.
C-1 mode: Press the SELECT button to enter the parameter setting interface. You can adjust the number of practice
sessions as required (01-32). The number of sessions to practice determines the length of this exercise.
C-2 mode: Press the SELECT button to enter the parameter setting interface. You can adjust the number of practice
sessions as required (04-32). The number of sessions to practice determines the length of this exercise.
C-3 mode: Press the SELECT button to enter the parameter setting interface. You can adjust the rate at which the BPM
changes (01-09 BPM).
5. Press the CLICK button again to end the coach mode.
(too slow) (too fast)(good)
1. Press the SONG button to enter the demo mode, there are 30 demos to choose from. The screen will display
the current demo song number (01-30).
2. Press the < > button to start playing the demo songs. To stop playing press the < > button again.
3. Turn the parameter wheel or press the -/+ buttons to select a demo song.
4. Press the SELECT button in song mode to jump to the song parameter setting interface.
You can turn the drum sound on or off by turning the parameter wheel (the drum sound is on by default).
5. Press the SELECT button to confirm and exit the parameter interface.

Hi-Hat
121 Funk Hi-Hat Open
122 Original Hi-Hat Open
123 Poprock Hi-Hat Open
124 Rock Hi-Hat Open
125 Session Hi-Hat Open
126 Speed Metal Hi-Hat Open
127 Classic Dry Hi-Hat Open
128 Modern Hi-Hat Open
129 Jazz Hi-Hat Open
130 Blues Hi-Hat Open
131 Popular Hi-Hat Open
132 Fuse Hi-Hat Open
133 Dancehall Hi-Hat Open
134 Synthgaze Hi-Hat Open
135 Standard Hi-Hat Open
136 Funk Hi-Hat Close
137 Original Hi-Hat Close
138 Poprock Hi-Hat Close
139 Rock Hi-Hat Close
140 Session Hi-Hat Close
141 Speed Metal Hi-Hat Close
142 Classic Dry Hi-Hat Close
143 Modern Hi-Hat Close
144 Jazz Hi-Hat Close
145 Blues Hi-Hat Close
146 Popular Hi-Hat Close
Kick
1 Funk Kick
2 Original Kick
3 Poprock Kick
4 Rock Kick
5 Session Kick
6 Speed Metal Kick
7 Classic Dry Kick
8 Modern Kick
9 Jazz Kick
10 Blues Kick
11 Popular Kick
12 Fuse Kick
13 Dancehall Kick
14 Synthgaze Kick
15 Standard Kick
Snare
16 Funk Snare
17 Original Snare
18 Poprock Snare
19 Rock Snare
20 Session Snare
21 Speed Metal Snare
22 Classic Dry Snare
23 Modern Snare
24 Jazz Snare
25 Blues Snare
26 Popular Snare
27 Fuse Snare
28 Dancehall Snare
29 Synthgaze Snare
30 Standard Snare
31 Funk Snare Rim
32 Original Snare Rim
33 Poprock Snare Rim
34 Rock Snare Rim
35 Session Snare Rim
36 Speed Metal Snare Rim
37 Classic Dry Snare Rim
38 Modern Snare Rim
39 Jazz Snare Rim
40 Blues Snare Rim
41 Popular Snare Rim
42 Fuse Snare Rim
43 Dancehall Snare Rim
44 Synthgaze Snare Rim
45 Standard Snare Rim
Tom
46 Funk Tom1
47 Original Tom1
48 Poprock Tom1
49 Rock Tom1
100 Blues Crash
101 Popular Crash
102 Fuse Crash
103 Dancehall Crash
104 Synthgaze Crash
105 Standard Crash
Ride
106 Funk Ride
107 Original Ride
108 Poprock Ride
109 Rock Ride
110 Session Ride
111 Speed Metal Ride
112 Classic Dry Ride
113 Modern Ride
114 Jazz Ride
115 Blues Ride
116 Popular Ride
117 Fuse Ride
118 Dancehall Ride
119 Synthgaze Ride
120 Standard Ride
147 Fuse Hi-Hat Close
148 Dancehall Hi-Hat Close
149 Synthgaze Hi-Hat Close
150 Standard Hi-Hat Close
151 Funk Hi-Hat Pedal
152 Original Hi-Hat Pedal
153 Poprock Hi-Hat Pedal
154 Rock Hi-Hat Pedal
155 Session Hi-Hat Pedal
156 Speed Metal Hi-Hat Pedal
157 Classic Dry Hi-Hat Pedal
158 Modern Hi-Hat Pedal
159 Jazz Hi-Hat Pedal
160 Blues Hi-Hat Pedal
161 Popular Hi-Hat Pedal
162 Fuse Hi-Hat Pedal
163 Dancehall Hi-Hat Pedal
164 Synthgaze Hi-Hat Pedal
165 Standard Hi-Hat Pedal
50 Session Tom1
51 Speed Metal Tom1
52 Classic Dry Tom1
53 Modern Tom1
54 Jazz Tom1
55 Blues Tom1
56 Popular Tom1
57 Fuse Tom1
58 Dancehall Tom1
59 Synthgaze Tom1
60 Standard Tom1
61 Funk Tom2
62 Original Tom2
63 Poprock Tom2
64 Rock Tom2
65 Session Tom2
66 Speed Metal Tom2
67 Classic Dry Tom2
68 Modern Tom2
69 Jazz Tom2
70 Blues Tom2
71 Popular Tom2
72 Fuse Tom2
73 Dancehall Tom2
74 Synthgaze Tom2
75 Standard Tom2
76 Funk Tom3
77 Original Tom3
78 Poprock Tom3
79 Rock Tom3
80 Session Tom3
81 Speed Metal Tom3
82 Classic Dry Tom3
83 Modern Tom3
84 Jazz Tom3
85 Blues Tom3
86 Popular Tom3
87 Fuse Tom3
88 Dancehall Tom3
89 Synthgaze Tom3
90 Standard Tom3
Crash
91 Funk Crash
92 Original Crash
93 Poprock Crash
94 Rock Crash
95 Session Crash
96 Speed Metal Crash
97 Classic Dry Crash
98 Modern Crash
99 Jazz Crash
Demo songs
Preset Drum Kits User Defined Drum Kits
Sounds

AVOID HEAT, DAMP OR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
DO NOT USE NEAR THE TV OR RADIO
DO NOT USE CHEMICALS FOR CLEANING
DO NOT SHAKE, AVOID COLLISION
CAUTION
NOTICE
WARNING
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).
Careful maintenance and protection extends the service life of the product and reduces
faults.
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 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.
Do not place the product in an unstable position or a location with excessive vibration, where it
might accidentally fall over and cause injury.
Use only the supplied or the specified AC adapter. Do not use the AC adapter for other devices.
When not in use, please turn off the power supply. When not in use for a long time, pull out the
power cord and store it securely.
To ensure that you use this product safely and correctly, to prevent harm to users and others and
financial damage, this manual and products are marked with a series of safety signs. The various
signs and their meanings are as follows:
This sign indicates that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury if this mark is ignored
and the product is mishandled.
This sign indicates that there is a potential danger of injury to personnel or other financial damage
if this sign is ignored and the product is operated incorrectly.
This triangle sign indicates what users should pay attention to. (The left example is
careful of shocks).
A circular sign with an oblique line indicates prohibitions. The icons in or beside the
logo indicate the contents specifically prohibited. (The example on the left is no
disassembly).
The round black bottom sign indicates what must be observed. The diagrams in this
sign indicate the contents must be observed. (The example on the left is that the
power plug must be pulled out of the socket)

CAUTIONWARNING
When the product smokes, smells or overheats,
there is a danger of fire and electric shock when
it is used continually. In case of the above
situation, the following operations should be
performed immediately:
1. Turn off the power supply
2. Pull the plug out of the power outlet.
3. Contact your dealer.
The improper use of power cable may cause fire
and electric shock. The following precautions
must be observed:
•Never put the power cable near the oven or
other heat source.
•Do not pull on the cable when pulling out of
the power socket. The main body of the
plug must be grasped.
•The power cable plug must be inserted in
the socket to the end.
•Make sure the power supply is off before
connecting or disconnecting it.
•When thunderstorms occur or before
travelling or other long-term departure,
disconnect the power cable from the wall
outlet.
•At least once a year, remove the power
cable from the wall outlet and clean the
dust accumulated around the plug.
The improper use of the power cable may cause
fire or electric shock. The following precautions
must be observed:
•The special power cord designated for this
product must be used.
•The AC power supply with output voltage
within the rated voltage range for
household use must be used.
•Do not overload power sockets and
extension lines.
Smoke, odour, overheating
Do not put this product in the fire, otherwise it
will lead to product combustion and explosion of
internal electronic components, which will cause
fire and personal injury.
Do not burn this product
Water, other liquids and (metal sheets, etc.)
entering this product are in danger of causing
fire and electric shock. In case of the above
situation, the following operations shall be
performed immediately:
1. Turn off the power supply.
2. Pull the plug out of the power outlet.
3. Contact your dealer.
Water and foreign bodies
This product contains no user-serviceable parts.
Do not attempt to disassemble the internal parts
or modify them in any way. This could cause a
risk of electric shock, scald or other personal
injury.
Disassembly and modification
Power cable
The improper treatment of the power cable will
lead to its damage or breakage, which will
cause fire and electric shock hazards. The
following precautions must be observed:
•Do not place or heat heavy objects on
power cables.
•Do not attempt to alter or bend the power
cable too much.
•Do not twist or pull the power cable.
•If the power cable or plug is damaged,
please replace with the same type of power
cable.
•Do not touch the power cord and plug with
wet hands, otherwise there is a danger of
electric shock.
•Do not use the power cable around water.
Water is a danger of causing fire and
electric shock.
•Never place vases or any other container
with water on this product.
•Do not allow minors to unplug and touch
power cable or connection boards.

•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.
•Use only the stand specified for the
product. When attaching it, use the
provided screws only.
•Failure to do so could cause damage to the
internal components or result in the product
falling over.
•Climbing the bracket is dangerous. Families
with young children should pay special
attention to it.
•If the product falls or is damaged by strong
impact, it will be in danger of causing fire
and electric shock. In case of the above
situation, the following operations shall be
performed immediately:
1. Turn off the power supply
2. Pull the plug out of the power outlet.
3. Contact your dealer.
Location
•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.
Excessive volume can damage your
hearing.
•The connections on the module can only be
connected to the designated equipment
and devices. Connecting non-designated
equipment or devices is dangers and could
cause fire or electric shocks.
Connections
•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 power plug from the AC outlet
before cleaning the unit. Failure to observe
this may cause electric shocks.
Handling
•Incorrect assembly of the bracket may
cause the product to fall off posing a risk of
injury. Therefore, it must be assembled
according to the instructions in the attached
installation guide to ensure that the product
is properly mounted on its bracket.
•Dispose of plastic bags and packaging to
avoid risk of asphyxia in young children.