Yamaha FGDP-50 User manual

FGDP-50 User Guide 1
Finger Drum Pad
FGDP-50 User Guide
•" CAUTION" messages in this Guide contain information that we ask you to follow in
order to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others.
•"NOTICE" messages in this Guide contain information that we ask you to follow in order
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Introduction
This finger drum pad instrument allows you to easily and conveniently play drum and
percussion sounds with your fingers. It was specially designed to be a highly portable
‘mobile drum kit’ that anyone can enjoy anywhere and at any time. In addition, this
instrument is 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.
Enjoy this product optimized for finger drumming.
About the Manuals
The following two manuals are available for the product.
Startup Guide
(Printed booklet
included in the
product package)
To help you use the product immediately, this Guide focuses on a
product overview and basic operations. Before using this product,
make sure to read “Precautions” at the beginning of this booklet,
which can also be obtained from the Yamaha website. On the
following site, enter “FGDP” in the Model Name box, and then
execute the Search.
Yamaha Downloads
https://download.yamaha.com/
User Guide
(This manual in
HTML)
This guide provides all information about this product, including
information covered in the Startup Guide.
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Included Accessories
Startup Guide
×1
Online Member Product Registration
×1
USB A–micro-USB B cable (1.5 m)
×1
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Controls
Top surface
Mode selection buttons (a, b, c, d, e)
This product has five modes.
The button that is pressed last will remain lit, indicating the current mode.
a
Menu button (with LED)
This button lets you select Menu Mode. See this page for details.
b
Kit button (with LED)
This button lets you select Kit Mode. See this page for details.
c
Audio button (with LED)
This button lets you select Audio Mode. See this page for details.
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d
Session Creator button (with LED)
This button lets you select Session Creator Mode. See this page for
details.
e
Registration Memory Bank button (with LED)
This button lets you select Registration Memory Bank Mode. See this
page for details.
Click button (f)
f
Click button (with LED)
This button lets you play back and stop the Click sound. See this page
for details.
Display operation buttons (g, h, i)
g
Item selection buttons
These buttons let you select the different items that appear on the
display. Press these buttons to switch between items on the same
menu level. Press [ENTER] to move down one menu level, and press
[EXIT] to move up one menu level. See this page for details.
h
Minus and Plus buttons
These buttons let you change the value or setting for the currently
selected item.
i
Exit button
This button lets you return to the previous display on the LCD
screen, or move up one menu level. If the screen is at the highest
menu level of the current mode, pressing this button will return to
the top screen. See this page for details.
j
Enter button
This button lets you move down one menu level from the current
display on the LCD screen, or execute functions such as loading or
saving. See this page for details.

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LCD screen (k) and built-in speaker (l)
k
LCD screen (LCD)
Shows a text display of the current status of the product.
ka. Standby/On indicator, top (red)
Off: Indicates that the battery is uncharged or fully charged.
On: Indicates that the battery is being charged.
Flashing: Indicates a battery error.
kb. Standby/On indicator, bottom (blue):
Normally off, but flashes once every 30 seconds if the battery level falls below 20%. See
this page for details about how to check the battery level.
l
Built-in speaker
Outputs the sounds you play and the sounds of devices that are connected to this
product.
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Audio operation buttons (m, n, o)
m
Record button (with LED)
This button lets you make an audio recording of the sounds playing
on the product into the root directory of a USB flash drive connected
to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal.
n
Playback/Pause button (with LED)
This button lets you start playback of an audio file in the root
directory of a USB flash drive connected to the [USB TO DEVICE]
terminal, or pauses the audio file at the current playback position.
o
Stop button
This button lets you stop the playback of an audio file.
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Registration Memory buttons (p)
p
Registration Memory buttons (with LED)
These buttons let you register the current
settings. Press and hold one of these buttons to
register the current setting. Registered settings
can be recalled with a single touch during your
performance, for example. See this page for
details about how to register settings.
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Pads (q, r)
q
Pads
By hitting these Pads (MIDI Note on), you can hear the various Voices that are
assigned to these Pads. By pressing these Pads further or applying pressure to
these Pads (MIDI Aftertouch), you can confirm that the Pads work according to
the settings made for each of the Pads in the current Kit. See this page for
details.
A number is assigned to each of the Pads. See this page for details.
r
RGB Square Pads (with LED)
Normally, as with the other Pads, hit these RGB Square Pads to hear the various
Voices that are assigned for the currently selected Kit. When the [SESS] button is on,
they function as Pads for the Session Creator Mode. See this page for details.
In addition, these Pads glow colorfully in response to your performance. See this
page for details.
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Left side
s
Standby/On button
Press and hold to turn the product on and off. When the power is on,
press briefly to show the battery level on the LCD screen. See this
page for details about how to turn the power on and off. See this
page for details about how to charge the battery.
t
Volume Up (+)/Down (-) buttons
These buttons let you adjust the volume of the sound coming from
the built-in speaker or headphones connected to the
[PHONES/OUTPUT] jack.
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Rear surface
u
Security slot
Connect a commercially available security wire here to prevent theft of
this product.
v
[USB TO HOST] terminal
This micro-USB B terminal is used to charge the battery with a USB
Power Adapter, to input/output audio signals, and to transmit/receive
MIDI messages from/to a computer or smart device. See this page for
details about how to charge the battery. See this page for details about
the other functions.
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w
[USB TO DEVICE] terminal
This terminal is used to record audio in the root directory of a connected
USB flash drive, or play back recorded audio files. See this page for
details.
Data that has been created on this product can be saved as a file in the
root directory of a USB flash drive, and files in the root directory of a USB
flash drive can be loaded into this product as data. See this page for
details.
See this page for details about the other functions.
x
[AUX IN] jack
This is a stereo mini jack. By connecting your device like a digital
keyboard or mobile music player to this jack, you can input their sound
to this product. See this page for details.
y
[PHONES/OUTPUT] jack
This is a stereo mini jack. By connecting a device like headphones or a
live streaming device (mixer), you can output the sound of this product,
including your Pad performance, and the audio signal input via the [AUX
IN] jack. See this page for details.
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Power Supply
Charging
This product can be used after the battery is charged by connecting it to an AC outlet or a
USB mobile battery as described below. In particular, before using this product for the first
time after it is unpacked, make sure to fully charge the battery until the Standby/On
indicator (red) turns off.
Charging with a USB power adapter (commercially available)
Connect the USB power adapter in the order of the numbers shown in the figure below.
A. USB cable (included in the package)
B. USB power adapter (commercially available)
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Charging with a USB mobile battery (commercially available)
Connect the USB mobile battery in the order of the numbers shown in the figure below.
A. USB cable (included in the package)

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B. USB mobile battery (commercially available)
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Notes regarding charging
•This product can be used even while the battery is charging.
•If battery power is insufficient or abnormal, the Standby/On indicator (red) will blink.
•The estimated time to go from a low battery level to a full charge is 1–3 hours with the
product turned off (depending on the usage environment and battery usage).
•To recharge the battery after a full charge, you will need to unplug the USB cable, and
then connect it again.
USB power adapter/USB mobile battery requirements
Output
voltage:
Output
current:
DC 5 V
1.5 A or greater *USB BC specification compatible products
CAUTION
Make sure to use a USB power adapter or USB mobile battery with the specifications indicated
above. Using the wrong adapters or batteries can result in damage to the product or
overheating. Follow the instructions that come with the connected USB power adapter or the
USB mobile battery.
NOTICE
Use a USB mobile battery that has a low-current mode function, etc., and that can supply
power to devices with a current consumption of 25 mA or less. If you cannot charge the
battery with a USB mobile battery, try a USB power adapter to see if you can charge the
battery from a power outlet.
If the product turns off suddenly and unexpectedly immediately after the power is turned
on, your USB power adapter or USB mobile battery might not meet the required
specifications or might be damaged. Try using another adapter or battery that meets the
required specifications. If the product appears to be malfunctioning, please consult with
Yamaha service personnel.
NOTE
When connected to a computer USB port or a USB power adapter with output current less
than 1.5 A, the remaining battery power might decrease even while charging (with the
Standby/On indicator (red) lit).
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Turning the Power On/Off
To turn the power on
Press and hold the Standby/On button on the side of the product until the LCD screen
comes on.
NOTE
•If you press the Standby/On button to turn on the product when the battery level is close
to zero, “AutoPowerOff Low Battery” will be displayed on the LCD screen and the product
will automatically turn off.
To turn the power off
Press and hold the Standby/On button until “Shutdown” is displayed on the LCD screen.
NOTE
•Although the power is off, the product settings are maintained. See this page for details.
•When the battery is low, “AutoPowerOff Low Battery” will be displayed on the LCD screen
and the product will turn off automatically.
Checking the remaining Battery life
If you press and immediately release the Standby/On button, the remaining Battery life
(“Battery xxx%”) is displayed on the LCD screen and the bottom (blue) Standby/On
indicator flashes to indicate the battery level. Four flashes for 100–90%, three flashes for
80–60%, two flashes for 50–30%, and one flash for 20–0%.

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NOTE
•If the battery level is between 20% and 0%, the bottom (blue) Standby/On indicator will
flash once every 30 seconds even when the Standby/On button is not pressed.
Forced power off
If the product behaves abnormally and no operation can be executed, press and hold the
Standby/On and Volume Down (-) buttons on the side of the unit at the same time to force
the power off.
NOTICE
If you execute a forced power off, the product settings will not be maintained.
Auto Power Off
To prevent unnecessary power consumption, after a certain period of inactivity
“AutoPowerOff” is displayed on the LCD screen and the power of this product
automatically turns off. The time that elapses before the power is automatically turned off
can be changed at[MENU] Utility AutoPowerOff.
To disable Auto Power Off, press and hold the [CLICK] button and the Standby/On button
at the same time to turn on the power. “AutoPowerOff” is displayed on the LCD screen,
then the product starts up with the Auto Power Off disabled ([MENU]→Utility→
AutoPowerOff=“Disabled”).

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Connecting an external device
[PHONES/OUTPUT] jack
This is a stereo mini jack. By connecting a device like headphones or a live streaming
device, you can output the sound of this product, including your Pad performance, and the
audio signal input via the [AUX IN] jack.
CAUTION
Before connecting an external audio device, turn off the power of both this product and the
external device. Also, before turning the power on or off, make sure to set all volume levels
to minimum (0). Otherwise, damage to the devices, electrical shock, or even permanent
hearing loss could occur. To prevent damage to speakers, make sure to set all volume
levels to minimum (0) before connecting an external device.
NOTICE
To avoid possible damage to the external device, first turn on the power to this product,
then to the external device. When turning off the power, do so in reverse order: first turn off
the power to the external device, then to this product.
NOTE
By default, the built-in speaker is automatically disabled when headphones or an external
device is connected to the [PHONES/OUTPUT] jack. For details, see “ 56
MENU→Utility→SpeakerOut.”
Connecting Headphones
CAUTION
•Do not use headphones for a long period of time at a high volume level. Doing so could

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cause permanent hearing loss.
Connecting external speakers or a live streaming device
Connecting an external speaker equipped with an amplifier
Connecting a live streaming device
A. Live streaming device
B. Streaming
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[AUX IN] jack
By using this jack, the built-in speaker can output the audio signal from an audio device
such as a smart device or computer.
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 
      
       

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CAUTION
•Before connecting a device, turn off the power of both this product and the external
audio device. Otherwise, damage to the devices or electrical shock could occur. To
prevent damage to speakers, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum (0) before
connecting an external device.
NOTICE
•To avoid possible damage to the external device, first turn on the power to this product,
then to the external device. When turning off the power, do so in reverse order: first turn
off the power to the external device, then to this product.
[USB TO HOST] terminal
This product is equipped with a [USB TO HOST] terminal.
Notice when using the [USB TO HOST] terminal
When connecting a USB cable to this terminal, make sure to hold the connector (plug)
straight (without tilting it) and insert it all the way to prevent poor contact. After connecting
a cable, make sure that excessive force is not applied to the connector (plug). In addition,
check the notes regarding USB connections in the “Precautions” section of the Startup
Guide included in the product package.
•See the “Charging” section in this guide for details about connecting a charging device.
•Depending on the model of the computer/smart device and the OS, a USB connection
might cause noise or might not work well.

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•While connecting to a smart device or computer, the following points should be observed
to avoid freezing and data loss.
-Before turning the power to this product on/off or connecting/disconnecting a USB
cable, quit any open application software on the smart device or computer.
-Wait for six seconds or more between the following operations: (1) when turning
the power of the product off and then on again, or (2) when alternately
connecting/disconnecting a USB cable.
If the smart device, computer, or the product freezes, restart the application software
or OS of the smart device/computer, or turn the power to this product off and then on
again.
Connecting to a smart device (Android)
Use the following items to make connections in the order of the numbers shown in the
figure below.
A. USB cable (Micro B male–Type A male) included with this product
B. USB conversion adapter (Type A females–Micro B male) sold separately
C. USB conversion adapter (Type A females–Micro C male) sold separately
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Connecting to a smart device (iOS)
Use the following items to make connections in the order of the numbers shown in the
figure below.

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A. USB cable (Micro B male–Type A male) included with this product
B. Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter sold separately
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Connecting to a computer (Mac)
Use the USB cable included with this product to make the connections in the order of the
numbers shown in the figure below.
Connecting to a computer (Windows)
1. Install the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver on your computer.
The Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver can be downloaded from the following URL:
https://download.yamaha.com/.
2. Connect your computer to the [USB TO HOST] terminal via the included USB cable.

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3. On your computer, open “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver Control Panel,” and then set
“Device:” to “Finger Drum Pad.”
[USB TO DEVICE] terminal
This product is equipped with a [USB TO DEVICE] terminal. When connecting a USB device
to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal, pay careful attention to the following points.
NOTE
•For more information about how to use your USB device, see the instruction manual for
that device.
USB devices that can be used
- USB flash drives
USB devices other than those listed above (USB hubs, mice, computer keyboards, etc.)
cannot be used even if they are connected.
Please refer to the following URL for a list of compatible USB flash drives.
https://download.yamaha.com/
Although USB 1.1 to 3.0 devices can be used with this product, please note that the time
required to save data to or load data from a device will vary depending on the type of data
and the condition of the device.

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NOTICE
•The [USB TO DEVICE] terminal is rated for a maximum of 5 V/500 mA. Do not connect
USB devices that exceed this rating. Doing so could cause a malfunction.
Connecting a USB flash drive
Insert the plug that matches the shape of the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal, paying careful
attention to the vertical orientation.
NOTICE
•Do not insert or remove a USB flash drive during playback, recording, file operations
(save/load/format, etc.), or while accessing the USB flash drive. Doing so could cause
the product to stop functioning, or damage the USB flash drive or data.
•Wait a few seconds between inserting and removing a USB flash drive.
•Do not use a cable to connect a USB flash drive.
Formatting a USB flash drive
We recommend using this product to format your USB flash drive. USB flash drives that
have been formatted with other devices might not work properly with this unit. See this
page for details about how to format a USB flash drive.
NOTICE
Formatting a USB flash drive will erase the content of that drive. Make sure the USB flash
drive does not contain any necessary data before formatting it.
Preventing the accidental deletion of data
Some USB flash drives have a write-protect function to prevent the accidental deletion of
data. If your USB flash drive contains important data, use the write-protect function to
prevent the data from being overwritten. On the other hand, when saving data make sure
that the write-protection function of your USB flash drive is turned off.
Turning off the power when a USB flash drive is connected
Do not turn off the power if the USB flash drive is being accessed for playback/recording
or file operations (save/load/format, etc.). Doing so could damage the USB flash drive or
data.

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Internal Structure of this product
Pad operations
The Pads on this product support Aftertouch as well as Note On/Off. In other words, this
product is designed so that in addition to producing a Voice sound when a Pad is hit,
various expressions can also be produced by pressing the Pad further. Functions other
than Voices can be assigned to Note On, and the default setting for Aftertouch can be
changed to a different function.
Pad operation = Generated MIDI event
Hitting a Pad = Note On
Pressing a Pad further (pressure applied to Pad) = Aftertouch
Hitting and then no pressing = Note Off
The velocity value for Note On and value for Aftertouch can be viewed at the N and A
values in [MENU] Trigger.
Settings for Pad operations
There are two ways to set Pad operations: setting the Kit data in Kit Mode (for all Pads) or
configuring the settings in Session Creator Mode (for A1 and A8 only). “NoteFunc”
(function for Note On) and “ATFunc” (function for Aftertouch) are set in both modes.