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Thank you for purchasing the Simmons®SDMP1 Digital Multi-Pad & Drum Machine.
In our continuing effort to improve the earth’s environment, we have included this mini Quick
Start Guide that uses less paper than a traditional manual. For more in-depth information on
your new Simmons®SDMP1, please visit www.simmonsdrums.net and download a PDF file
version of the advanced manual. We estimate that by doing this, we save approximately
250,000 sheets of paper annually.
We recommend that you read through this Quick Start Guide at least once, and then refer
back to it as needed.
Location
Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, high temperature sources, and excessive humidity to
prevent deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage.
Power Supply
•TurnthepowerswitchOFFwhentheSDMP1isnotinuse.
•TheACadaptershouldbeunpluggediftheSDMP1isnottobeusedforanextended
period of time.
•Avoid plugging the AC adapter into an outlet that is also powering high-consumption
appliances such as electric heaters or televisions. Also avoid using multi-plug adapters,
since these can reduce sound quality, cause operation errors and result in possible
damage.
•Turn OFF the SDMP1’s power switch and all related devices prior to connecting or
disconnecting cables to avoid damaging the unit.
Handling and Transport
•Neverapplyexcessiveforcetocontrols,connectors,andotherparts.
•Unplugcablesbygrippingtheplugrmly.Donotpullonthecables.
•Disconnectallcablesbeforemovingthemodule.
•Physicalshockscausedbydropping,bumping,orplacingheavyobjectsonthemodule
can result in scratches and more serious damage.
Cleaning
•Cleanthemodulewithadry,softcloth.
•Aslightlydampclothmaybeusedtoremovestubborngrimeanddirt.
•Neverusecleanerssuchasalcoholorpaintthinner.
•Toavoiddiscoloration,donotplacevinylobjectsontopofmodule.
Electrical Interference
•TheSDMP1containsdigitalcircuitryandmaycauseinterferenceifplacedtoocloseto
radio or television receivers. If this occurs, move the SDMP1 further away from the affected
equipment.
Service and Modification
•Therearenouser-serviceablepartsintheSDMP1.
•Donotattempttoopenthedrummoduleormakeanychangeinthecircuitsorpartsofthe
unit. This would void the warranty.
Congratulations!
Taking Care of your
Multi-Pad & Drum machine
