N-Gear Drum Block 420 User Manual
Model: N-Gear Drum Block 420
Manufacturer: N-Gear
Introduction
This document is the user manual for the N-Gear Drum Block 420. Please read it completely before operating the unit and retain it for future reference.
This product meets the essential requirements of Directive 2014/53/EU.
For more information, visit: https://www.n-gear.eu/doc
What's in the Box
- 1 x N-Gear Drumblock 420
- 2 x N-Gear Drumsticks
- 1 x Wired Microphone
- 1 x AUX Cable
- 1 x USB Cable
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Symbol Explanations:
- (Lightning flash with arrowhead): Alerts user to the presence of un-insulated "hazardous voltage" within the product's enclosure, which may be of sufficient magnitude to induce a risk of electric shock to persons.
- (Exclamation mark): Alerts user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean only with dry cloth.
- Do not block any ventilation openings.
- Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacture, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
- The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
- The MAINS plugs used as the disconnect device, which shall remain readily operable.
Product Overview
The N-Gear Drum Block 420 is a portable drum machine and speaker system with Bluetooth connectivity, microphone input, and drum pads.
Unit Layout and Controls
The unit features the following controls and ports:
- 1. Drum Machine Speaker Main Unit
- 2. Speaker (Front-facing main speaker)
- 3. LED Lights (Illuminated accents)
- 4. Power On/Off Switch
- 5. LED Light Button (To toggle LED lights on/off)
- 6. Drums On/Off Switch (To enable/disable drum pads)
- 7. Master Volume Control Dial
- 8. Mic. Volume Control Dial
- 9. LED Indicator Light (Indicates charging status)
- 10. Aux. Input Port (For line-in audio connection)
- 11. 5V 1A DC Charging Port (For charging the battery)
- 12. Mic. Input Port (For microphone connection)
- 13. USB Charging Cable (Included)
- 14. USB Connector (Connects to power source)
- 15. Micro USB Connector (Connects to speaker)
- 16. Line-in Aux. Cable (Included)
- 17. Drum Pads (Interactive drum surfaces)
Drum Pad Assignments:
- A. Hi-hat
- B. Cymbal 1
- C. Cymbal 2
- D. High Tom
- E. Mid Tom
- F. Floor Tom
- G. Snare
- H. Kick
Getting Started
Remove the unit from the box. Remove any packaging from the unit. Place the packaging inside the box and either store or dispose of it safely.
Charging the Battery
The speaker is fitted with a 1500 mAh battery. It is recommended that the battery is fully charged before first use; this will take approximately 4 hours.
Connect the micro USB end of the USB charging cable into the 5V 1A DC charging port on the back of the speaker and the other end to a compatible USB port. Whilst charging, the LED indicator light will illuminate red. Once fully charged, the LED indicator light will switch off. Carefully disconnect both ends of the USB charging cable and store it safely for future use.
Using the Drum Machine Speaker
Basic Functionality
Turn on the speaker using the ‘ON/OFF POWER’ switch; the LED lights will illuminate. Turn the LED lights on or off by pressing the ‘LIGHT’ button.
Adjust the speaker volume using the master volume control dial. Rotate it clockwise to increase the volume; rotate it counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.
Use the ‘ON/OFF POWER’ switch to turn the speaker off.
Using a Microphone (Included)
STEP 1: Insert a microphone connector into the mic. input port.
STEP 2: Adjust the microphone volume using the mic. volume control dial. Rotate it clockwise to increase the volume; rotate it counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.
Warning: When using the microphone, maintain a 1-meter exclusion radius from the speaker. Being too close may cause loud feedback and could damage the speaker.
Using the Drum Pads
The speaker must be turned on before using the drum pads. To turn the drum pads on, slide the ‘ON/OFF DRUMS’ switch to the ‘On’ position. To turn the drum pads off, slide the ‘ON/OFF DRUMS’ switch to the ‘Of’ position.
Modes
The speaker must be turned on before using any of the following modes.
Bluetooth Mode
STEP 1: Once the speaker is turned on, the LED indicator light will flash blue and a tone will sound to signal that the speaker is ready to be paired.
STEP 2: Search for the speaker using a Bluetooth compatible device. Select 'FE3967' to connect and pair. Once a connection has been made, the LED indicator light will remain blue to signal that the device is paired with a Bluetooth compatible device.
STEP 3: To unpair or remove a Bluetooth compatible device from the speaker, turn off the Bluetooth function on the compatible device. The speaker can now be paired with a new compatible device.
Note: Once connected, sound can be controlled using the master volume control dial or the relevant controls on the Bluetooth compatible device.
Aux. Mode
Connect one end of the line-in Aux. cable to the Aux. input port on the speaker and the other end to an MP3 player or other compatible audio source.
The speaker will automatically switch to Aux. mode once the line-in Aux. cable has been inserted.
Note: Once connected, sound can be controlled using the master volume control dial or the relevant controls on the compatible audio device. The speaker cannot be used to skip tracks during Aux. mode.
Troubleshooting
The speaker has no power.
The speaker has run out of charge. Charge the speaker following the instructions in the section entitled 'Charging the Battery'.
The speaker has no sound.
The volume level is set too low. Check that the volume level is set at an audible level and adjust accordingly.
The speaker is not paired with a Bluetooth compatible device. Follow the instructions in the section entitled 'Bluetooth Mode'.
The speaker is not connected to a compatible audio source. Follow the instructions in the section entitled 'Aux. Mode'.
Unable to pair a Bluetooth device with the speaker. The Bluetooth device is not compatible with the speaker. Check that the Bluetooth device is compatible with the speaker and that the Bluetooth function is switched on.
The charge of the speaker depletes quickly.
The volume level is set too high. Excessive use of the speaker at high volumes will drain the battery quickly. Charge the speaker following the instructions in the section entitled ‘Charging the Battery’ and listen at a lower volume for better results.
The microphone is not working.
The microphone is not securely connected to the speaker. Connect the microphone to the speaker following the instructions in the section entitled 'Using a Microphone'. Check that the microphone is switched on.
Specifications
| Peak Power | 30W |
| Power input | MicroUSB USB 5V,1A |
| Peak Power PMPO | 30W |
| RMS Power | 3W |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz-18KHz |
| Woofer size + impedance | 4inch, 4Ω |
| S/N Ratio | ≥72dB |
| Battery type | Li-ion |
| Battery capacity | 1500 mAh |
| Battery Playing Time (Max vol.) | 2 hours |
| Battery Playing Time (50% vol.) | 3 hours |
| Battery Playing Time (Low vol.) | 6 hours |
| Battery Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Battery weight | 35gr |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Bluetooth frequency | 2400-2483.5MHz |
| USB MP3 | 64GB |
| MicroSD/TF MP3 | 64GB |
| Dimensions | 183 x 183 x 205 mm |
| Net Weight | 1400gr |
Compliance and Disposal
The undersigned, Neeskens International declares that the radio equipment of the Block Disco Block 410 type complies with the 2014/53/EU directive. The complete text is available at www.n-gear.eu.
Disposal Information: When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol ?️ is attached to a product, it means that the product is covered by the European Directive 2012/19/EU. Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products. Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste. Correct disposal of your old product helps to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
This product complies with the requirements of Europe.
Made in China
Manufactured for N-Gear
N-Gear Office:
Salland 9
1948RE Beverwijk
The Netherlands
