Singular Sound BeatBuddy MINI 2 Drum Machine Pedal User Manual

Model: BBM2

Brand: Singular Sound

1. Destpêk

The Singular Sound BeatBuddy MINI 2 is a compact, hands-free drum machine designed as a guitar effect pedal. It provides realistic drum beats, fills, transitions, and intros/outros, allowing musicians to practice, compose, and perform with a full band sound. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your BeatBuddy MINI 2.

2. Agahiyên Ewlekariyê

Please read and understand the following safety precautions before using your BeatBuddy MINI 2:

Navê min: Use only a 9V DC power supply with a center-negative polarity. Using an incorrect power supply can damage the unit and void the warranty.
Av û Nem: Do not expose the unit to water, rain, or excessive moisture. Avoid using it in damp derdorên.
Çavkaniyên germê: Amûrê ji çavkaniyên germê yên wekî radyator, tomarên germê, sobe, an amûrên din ên ku germê çêdikin dûr bigirin.
Perwanekirin: Hewakirina guncaw misoger bike. Tu vebûnên hewakirinê negirin.
Paqijî: Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosols.
Xizmetkirin: Hewl nedin ku hûn vê hilberê bixwe xizmet bikin. Hemî servîskirinê bişînin karmendên karûbarê jêhatî.

3. Naveroka pakêtê

Verify that all items are present in your BeatBuddy MINI 2 package:

BeatBuddy MINI 2 Drum Machine Pedal
Quick Start Guide (This manual provides more detailed information)
Power Adapter (may be sold separately in some regions)

4. Hilbera Serîview

Familiarize yourself with the controls and connections of your BeatBuddy MINI 2.

jimar 4.1: Pêşde view of the BeatBuddy MINI 2 pedal, showing the main footswitch, display screen, control knobs, and indicator lights.

Kontrol û Nîşan:

Main Footswitch: Used for starting/stopping beats, adding fills, and transitions.
Ekrana Nîşandanê: Shows current genre, song, tempo, and time signature.
Kûçika VOLUME: Adjusts the overall output volume of the drum beats.
GENRE/SONG/TEMPO Knob: This multi-function knob allows selection of genre, song, and adjustment of tempo. Press to cycle through modes (Genre, Song, Tempo), then rotate to select/adjust.
INTRO/OUTRO Button: Initiates an intro or outro sequence.
DRUM FILL Button: Triggers a drum fill.
TRANSITION Button: Initiates a transition between song parts.

Hêl view of BeatBuddy MINI 2 showing Input and Footswitch jacks

jimar 4.2: Hêl view of the BeatBuddy MINI 2, illustrating the INPUT and FOOTSWITCH jacks.

Têkilî:

INPUT Jack (1/4" TRS): Connect your instrument (e.g., guitar) or another pedal's output here.
FOOTSWITCH Jack (1/4" TRS): For connecting an optional external footswitch for extended control.
OUTPUT Jack (1/4" TRS): Girêdana xwe amplifier, mixer, or the next pedal in your signal chain.
DC IN (9V): Power input for the 9V DC center-negative power adapter.

5. Sazkirin

Follow these steps to set up your BeatBuddy MINI 2:

Têkiliya Hêzê: Connect a 9V DC center-negative power adapter to the DC IN jack on the BeatBuddy MINI 2. Plug the adapter into a power outlet.
Ketina Deng: If you are using an instrument or another pedal before the BeatBuddy MINI 2, connect its output to the INPUT jack on the BeatBuddy MINI 2 using a 1/4" instrument cable.
Derketina Deng: Connect the OUTPUT jack of the BeatBuddy MINI 2 to your amplifier, mixer, or the next pedal in your signal chain using a 1/4" instrument cable.
Optional Footswitch: If you have an optional external footswitch, connect it to the FOOTSWITCH jack. Refer to the external footswitch's manual for specific functions.
Hêzdarkirin: The BeatBuddy MINI 2 will power on automatically once connected to power. The display screen will illuminate.

Not: For optimal sound quality, it is recommended to connect the BeatBuddy MINI 2 to a full-range sound system (e.g., PA system, acoustic guitar amplifier, or headphones) rather than a standard electric guitar amplifier, which is voiced for guitar frequencies.

6. Telîmatên Operating

6.1 Operasyona bingehîn

Start Beat: Press the Main Footswitch once to start the beat. An intro will play if enabled.
Add Drum Fill: While the beat is playing, press the Main Footswitch once to add a drum fill.
Veguhastin: While the beat is playing, press and hold the Main Footswitch to initiate a transition to the next song part. Release the footswitch to complete the transition.
Stop Beat: To stop the beat, press the Main Footswitch twice quickly (double-tap). An outro will play if enabled.

6.2 Selecting Genres and Songs

Enter Selection Mode: Press the GENRE/SONG/TEMPO knob. The display will show "GENRE" and the current genre name.
Select Genre: Rotate the GENRE/SONG/TEMPO knob to scroll through available genres.
Stran Hilbijêre: Press the GENRE/SONG/TEMPO knob again. The display will show "SONG" and the current song name. Rotate the knob to scroll through songs within the selected genre.
Exit Selection Mode: Press the GENRE/SONG/TEMPO knob a third time to return to tempo adjustment, or simply wait a few seconds for the display to revert to the main screen.

6.3 Adjusting Tempo

Enter Tempo Mode: Press the GENRE/SONG/TEMPO knob until "TEMPO" is displayed.
Tempo eyar bikin: Rotate the GENRE/SONG/TEMPO knob to increase or decrease the beats per minute (BPM).
Tempo bikirtînin: Alternatively, you can tap the Main Footswitch multiple times (at least twice) before starting a beat to set the tempo. The BeatBuddy MINI 2 will average your taps to determine the tempo.

6.4 Guherandina Dengê

Rotate the VOLUME knob clockwise to increase the drum volume and counter-clockwise to decrease it. Adjust to a comfortable listening level.

7. Maintenance

Paqijî: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the BeatBuddy MINI 2. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents, or waxes.
Embarkirinî: Dema ku hûn ji bo demek dirêj bikar neynin, cîhazê li cîhek sar û hişk, dûr ji tîrêjên rojê yên rasterast û germahiyên zêde hilînin.
Lênêrîna Kabloyê: Regularly check all cables for signs of wear or damage. Replace damaged cables immediately to prevent malfunction or potential hazards.

8. Destpêkirin

Pirsegirêk	Sedema gengaz	Çare
Deng dernakeve.	Girêdana kabloyê ya şaş. Bişkoka deng pir nizm hatiye danîn. Dabînkirina hêzê ya çewt. Amplifier/mixer issues.	Ensure all audio cables are securely connected to the correct input/output jacks. Increase the VOLUME knob on the BeatBuddy MINI 2. Verify you are using a 9V DC center-negative power supply. Xwe kontrol bikin amplifier or mixer settings and connections.
Beat does not start or stop correctly.	Footswitch not pressed correctly. Unit frozen.	Ensure you are pressing the Main Footswitch firmly. For stopping, a quick double-tap is required. Disconnect and reconnect the power supply to restart the unit.
Dîmender vala ye an jî bersivê nade.	Hêz tune. Unit frozen.	Check power supply connection and ensure it's the correct type (9V DC center-negative). Jê veqetînin û ji nû ve girêdin dabînkirina hêzê.

9. Specifications

Cins	BBM2
Nîşan	Dengê Yekjimar
Pîvan (L x W x H)	4.5" x 2.5" x 2.7" (11.43 cm x 6.35 cm x 6.86 cm)
Pîvan	10.6 onsan (300 gram)
Mal	Metal (Aluminum body)
Çavkaniya Hêzê	9V DC, Center-Negative (Power Adapter)
Girêdanên Ketin / Derketin	1/4" TRS (Input, Footswitch, Output)
Included Songs	Over 200 songs across various genres

10. Garantî û Piştgirî

Singular Sound warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period specified by local regulations from the original date of purchase. For specific warranty terms, technical support, or service inquiries, please visit the official Singular Sound webmalperê an rasterast bi piştgiriya xerîdaran re têkilî daynin. Belgê kirînê ji bo îdiayên garantiyê biparêzin.

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