Millenium RT-1 User manual

RT-1 8" Practice Pad
Drum Pad
User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
12.10.2023, ID: 567778

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Features.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 10
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 12
6 Functions..................................................................................................................................................... 16
7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 20
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 22
9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 23
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 24
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1 General information
This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and
follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document for future refer‐
ence. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you sell the product to
another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They
are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which
is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
1.1 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this document.
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – dangers due to batteries.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
Mobile Drums are used to convert digital trigger signals from drum pads into various drum
sounds. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other
operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or prop‐
erty damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Safety
DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow
children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the reach of babies and small
children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi‐
sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children
could play with.
WARNING!
Possible hearing damage due to high volumes on speakers or headphones!
With speakers or headphones connected, the device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing
impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage. Do not operate the
device permanently at a high volume level. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing
impairment.
Intended use
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WARNING!
Incorrect handling of lithium batteries can result in injury!
In the event of a short circuit, overheating or mechanical damage, lithium batteries can cause severe injuries. Handle lithium bat‐
teries in a correct and professional manner. Store lithium batteries in a cool and dry place in their original packaging. Keep lithium
batteries away from sources of heat. Never open lithium batteries. Only charge rechargeable lithium batteries with a suitable
charger. Remove the lithium batteries before disposing of the device. Cover the poles of used lithium batteries with adhesive tape to
prevent short circuits. Electrolyte can escape from damaged lithium batteries. Put the damaged lithium battery in air-tight pack‐
aging. Collect the electrolyte with absorbent paper. Wear rubber gloves while doing so.
NOTICE!
Possible damage to lithium-ion batteries through incorrect storage!
Deep discharge can permanently damage lithium-ion batteries or cause them to lose some of their capacity. Charge the lithium-ion
batteries before longer breaks in use and before storage. Ensure that the device is switched o for storage. Store the device at room
temperature or cooler in an environment as dry as possible. Recharge the lithium-ion batteries about every three months if they are
stored for a longer period of time to avoid permanent damage due to too deep self-discharge. Fully charge the lithium-ion batteries
only shortly before use at room temperature.
NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient
conditions specied in the “Technical specications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun‐
light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature uctuations. If temperature uc‐
tuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately.
Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in operation. In environments
with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by qualied specialists at reg‐
ular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
Safety instructions
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NOTICE!
Possible staining due to plasticiser in rubber feet!
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may react with the coating of the oor and cause permanent dark stains
after some time. If necessary, use a suitable mat or felt slide to prevent direct contact between the device’s rubber feet and the oor.
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3 Features
n5 dierent sounds
nColour display
nBattery life approx. 15 h
nMetronome (30…280 bpm)
nBeat counter – counts the number of beats within 10, 30, 45, 60, 75 or 90 seconds
nAdjustable rhythm (1…9 beats)
nSpeed detection mode – analyses the speed of the beats
nBuilt-in speaker
n3.5 mm headphone output
nBuilt-in lithium-ion battery
nUSB-C charge socket
nUSB cable and tuning key (included in the scope of delivery)
Features
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
NOTICE!
Potential property damage due to unsuitable stands!
If the device is mounted on an unsuitable stand, there is a risk that the stand will
fall over and cause damage.
Only use stands whose maximum bearing capacity is at least as high as the
weight of the device. Always ensure that the stand is stable.
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The device is equipped with a built-in lithium-ion battery. The battery can be charged via the
USB port. Use the supplied USB cable to connect the device to a USB charger, a power bank or
the USB port on a computer.
A battery symbol on the device display indicates the battery charge state. The battery symbol
ashes during charging.
100% 75% 50% 25% 0%
You can adapt the mesh tension to your needs and ensure that the drum pad feels as
authentic as possible. Make sure that the mesh is neither too loose nor too tense, otherwise
the drum pad may no longer respond.
Turn the tension screws arranged around the mesh anti-clockwise with the supplied tuning
key to reduce the tension, and turn them clockwise to increase the tension. Always make your
adjustments on all tension screws, for even tension across the mesh. Start with the tension
screw on the top left and then move to the next tension screw in anti-clockwise direction.
Charging the battery
Adjusting the mesh tension
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5 Connections and controls
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Connections and controls
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1[VOL.] | Turn this control clockwise to increase the volume. Turn it anti-clockwise to reduce the volume.
2 Operating elements
[MODE] | Press and hold this button to select the operating mode. You can choose between the metronome, beat
counter and speed detection modes. The display changes accordingly.
Press the button briey in any mode to select the practise time.
[VOICE] | Press this button briey in metronome mode to select the metronome rhythm. Press and hold the button
to switch o the metronome rhythm.
In the beat counter and speed detection modes, press the button briey to select one of 5 percussion sounds for
the drum pad.
[CLEAR/BEAT] | Press this button briey in metronome mode to select the number of beats for the metronome.
Press and hold it to choose one of 3 metronome sounds.
In the beat counter mode, press and hold the button to reset the saved fastest times.
| Use this button to increase the metronome tempo.
| Use this button to reduce the metronome tempo.
[START] | Press and hold this button to switch the device on or o.
In metronome mode, press the button briey to start and stop the metronome.
In the beat counter and speed detection modes, press the button briey to reset the practise time.
3 Speaker that plays the metronome and percussion sounds when no headphones are in use.
4[USB 5 V] | USB port for connecting an external USB device or USB power supply to charge the device.
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5 Display for showing the operating modes
6 Hit the pad to trigger the selected percussion sound. You can adjust the tension of the mesh head. You can hit the
mesh head with sticks, percussion beaters or your hands.
7 Headphone connection for connecting headphones with a 3.5 mm jack plug. The speaker is switched o as soon as
headphones are plugged in.
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8 Shows the charge state of the built-in lithium battery. The charge state shows four bars when the battery is fully
charged.
9 Shows that the voice is active in metronome mode.
Display
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10 Shows that pause mode is active in speed detection mode. The symbol appears after 1 minute of the drum pad not
being hit.
11 Shows the metronome mode and the elapsed practise time; in the beat counter and speed detection modes, it
shows the set remaining practise time.
12 Shows the counted beats or the total practise time in hours, depending on operating mode. The total practise time
starts at 0 again after 9999 hours.
13 Shows the touch velocity of the drum pad via a multi-segment bar. The reaction of the display depends on the
velocity with which you hit the drum pad, and on where you hit it.
14 Shows the set rhythm in metronome mode.
15 Shows the set tempo in bpm in the metronome and speed detection modes, and the counted beats in the beat
counter mode.
16 Shows the set beat in metronome mode.
Connections and controls
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6 Functions
To turn the device on and o, press and hold the [START] button until the device is turned on
or o.
The device switches o automatically if it is not used for 5 minutes.
Use the [VOL.] rotary control on the front of the device to adjust the volume. Turn the control
clockwise to increase the volume. Turn it anti-clockwise to reduce the volume.
The device has three dierent operating modes.
nMetronome mode
nBeat counter mode
nSpeed detection mode
When the device is switched on, it is always in metronome mode. Press and hold the [MODE]
button to switch from one mode to the next.
Switching on and o
Adjusting the volume
Setting the operating mode
Functions
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In metronome mode you can practise to the metronome beat. The current metronome set‐
tings are shown on the display.
1. Press buttons and to adjust the metronome (30…280).
2. Press the [CLEAR/BEAT] button to adjust the number of beats per measure (1…9).
Press and hold the [CLEAR/BEAT] button to adjust the metronome sound (1…3).
3. Press the [VOICE] button to select the rhythm for the metronome. The rhythm is indi‐
cated by corresponding note symbols ( ).
JSH: Please supply individual vector le or vector le from the manufacturer’s
instructions containing the correct rhythm patterns.
Press and hold the [VOICE] button to adjust the voice (1…3).
4. Press the [MODE] button to set the practise time (10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 minutes or
unlimited).
In the beat counter mode, you can count the individual drum pad hits within an adjustable
practise time in order to practise your speed. The achieved beat number is automatically saved
as a new best time for the set practise time if it exceeds the default best times.
Metronome mode
Beat counter mode
Functions
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Practise time Best time Practise time Best time
10 s 100 60 s 400
30 s 200 75 s 500
45 s 300 90 s 600
1. Press and hold the [MODE] button to switch to the beat counter mode. The display
changes accordingly. Repeat the process if necessary until the best time and the beat
counter appear on the display.
2. Press the [VOICE] button to select a percussion sound for the drum pad (1…5).
3. Press the [MODE] button to set the practise time (10, 30, 45, 60, 75, 90 seconds or
unlimited).
4. To reset the practise time, press [START].
5. To reset the best times, press and hold the [CLEAR/BEAT] button until ‘CLr’ appears on
the display.
In the speed detection mode, you can measure your average playing speed over an adjustable
practise time in order to practise your timing. Your playing speed is averaged over the entire
time and then displayed.
Speed detection mode
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1. Press and hold the [MODE] button to switch to the beat counter mode. The display
changes accordingly. Repeat the process if necessary until the total hours of practise and
the measured tempo are displayed.
2. Press the [VOICE] button to select a percussion sound for the drum pad (1…5).
3. Press the [MODE] button to set the practise time (1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 minutes or
unlimited).
4. To reset the practise time, press [START].
Functions
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7 Technical specications
Display Colour display
Input connections Power supply USB-C
Output connections Headphones 3.5 mm stereo jack socket
Operating voltage 5 V / 800 mA via USB port
Battery Battery type Lithium-ion
Voltage 3.7 V
Capacity 1,300 mAh
Operating time 15 h
Charging time in the
device
approx. 2 h
Dimensions (W × H × D) 265 mm × 40 mm × 300 mm
Weight 1 kg
Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity 20%…80% (non-condensing)
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