thomann MILLENIUM MD-90 User manual

MD-90
mobile drum
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
20.07.2015, ID: 275219

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 11
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 12
5 Operating elements............................................................................................................................... 13
6 Functions..................................................................................................................................................... 19
7 In and outputs........................................................................................................................................... 30
8 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 32
9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 34
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 35
11 Appendix..................................................................................................................................................... 37
11.1 Voice list............................................................................................................................................ 37
11.2 Kit list.................................................................................................................................................. 47
11.3 Song list............................................................................................................................................. 48
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11.4 MIDI implementation................................................................................................................... 54
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1 General notes
This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.Symbols and signal words
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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.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor 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 – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other oper‐
ating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property
damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient 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.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Intended use
Safety
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CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
With loudspeakers or headphones connected, the device can produce volume
levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment.
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.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
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NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐
rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐
sibly the user.
Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
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NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
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3 Features
n7 pressure-sensitive drum pads, connectors for kick and hi-hat pedals
nThree-digit LED display
nHeadphones (1/4" socket) and USB connection (MIDI IN/OUT)
n25 predefined drum kits, 5 user drum kits
n215 percussion voices, 128 GM voices, 8 MB voice data
n100 songs (80 styles, 20 songs)
n1 demo song
nRecording track
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4 Installation
Connect the power adaptor to the 12 V input of the device and then insert the mains plug into
a wall outlet.
To insert or replace the batteries flip over the device, press lightly on the battery compartment
cover and slide it in arrow direction. Take off the lid. Replace or insert the batteries observing
the pole marking and slide the cover back into its original position until it clicks into place.
Connecting the power adaptor
Changing the batteries
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5 Operating elements
Front panel
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1[POWER] switch
To switch the device on or off.
2[TEMPO –/+] buttons
To adjust the playback speed.
3[MASTER VOLUME –/+] buttons
To adjust the overall volume.
4[ACC.VOLUME –/+] buttons
To adjust the volume of the accompaniment tracks.
5[REC] button with LED indicator
To start or stop the recording function.
6[CLICK] button with LED indicator
To switch the metronome function on or off.
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7 Three-digit LED display
The display shows all parameters of the respectively opened menu.
8[HAND PERC] button with LED indicator
To switch to the ‘Hand Percussion’ mode.
9[DRUM OFF] button with LED indicator
To mute the drum track.
10 [KIT] button
To open the ‘KIT’ menu.
11 [PAD ASSIGN] button
To open the ‘VOICE’ and ‘VOLUME’ menu.
12 [SONG] button
To open the ‘SONG’ menu.
13 [START/STOP] button
Playback function for demo songs.
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14 [VOLUME] button
To adjust the pad volume.
15 [SELECT –/+] buttons
To set the desired values (kit no., voice no., song no., …).
16 [SAVE] button
To save the current settings as a user kit.
17 [PAN] button
To customize the PAN assignment of each pad.
18 [PLAY/STOP] button
Playback function for recording tracks.
19 [REVERB] button
To adjust the reverb level.
20 Jog wheel
To adjust the desired values (kit no., voice no., song no., …).
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21 [DEMO] button
Playback function for demo songs.
22 [GAIN] button
To adjust the pad gain.
23 PHONES socket
For the connection of headphones.
24 KICK and HI HAT sockets
For the connection of the kick and hi-hat pedals.
Rear panel
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25 USB connector
To connect external devices.
26 12V connector for operating voltage supply.
Connect the power adaptor here.
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6 Functions
Upon switching on, the device activates the ‘KIT’ menu by default. The default value is ‘001’ .
Press the [KIT] button to open the ‘KIT’ menu. The control LED of the button lights up and the
three-digit LED display shows the current kit number. Then you can select the desired kit (1…
30, loop) using the jog wheel or the [SELECT –/+] buttons.
Selecting a drum kit
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Press the [PAD ASSIGN] button to open the PAD ASSIGN menu. The default value corresponds
to the voice number that is assigned to the crash pad in the respective kit, e.g. ‘96’ in kit ‘001’.
The control LED of the button lights up and the three-digit LED display shows the voice
number that is assigned to the activated pad (activation by pressing a button or hitting the
pad). Then you can select the desired voice (1…215, loop) using the jog wheel or the
[SELECT –/+] buttons.
Selecting a pad voice
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