thomann MILLENIUM MD-90 User manual

MD-90
Mobile Drum
User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
27.06.2022, ID: 275219 (V3)

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 13
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 15
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 21
7 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 28
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 30
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 32
10 Appendix..................................................................................................................................................... 34
10.1 Voice list............................................................................................................................................ 34
10.2 Kit list.................................................................................................................................................. 40
10.3 Styles.................................................................................................................................................. 42
10.4 MIDI implementation................................................................................................................... 44
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1 General information
This user manual contains important information on the 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 another user, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
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The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .
1.3 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 manual.
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.
Letterings
Displays
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Warning signs Type of danger
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!
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.
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.
Intended use
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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. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctuations and do not switch the device on immediately
after it was exposed to temperature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures). Dust and dirt inside can
damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction.
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 current circuit breaker. Failure to do
so could result in damage to the device and possibly 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 re.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries. Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting bat‐
teries.
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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NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some time
cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a suitable underlay if neces‐
sary, i.e. felt pads or similar.
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3 Features
nseven velocity-sensitive drum pads, terminals for bass-drum pedal and hi-hat controller
nthree-digit LED display
nheadphones, USB and MIDI connection
n45 drum kits, 5 user kits
n265 percussion voices, 128 GM voices, 16 MByte voice data
n80 styles
n20 songs
ndemo song
nrecording track
nstandby feature
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4 Installation and starting up
Connect the power supply unit to the 12 V input on the device, and then insert the power plug
into the socket-outlet.
Connect the bass drum pedal and the hi-hat controller to the corresponding inputs on the rear
of the drum module.
Connect the headphone cable to the corresponding input on the rear of the drum module.
Connect your MIDI or USB device to the USB/MIDI interface on the rear of the drum module.
Connecting the power supply
Connecting the pedals
Connecting headphones
USB/MIDI interface
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To insert or replace the batteries ip over the device, press lightly on the battery compartment
cover and slide it in arrow direction. Take o the lid. Insert/replace the new batteries paying
attention to the polarity markings and place the cover again into its original position until it
locks.
Changing the batteries
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5 Connections and controls
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Front panel
Connections and controls
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1[POWER]
Main switch to turn the device on and o.
2[REC]
Button with LED indicator to turn the recording function on and o.
3[CLICK]
Button with LED indicator to turn the metronome function on and o.
4 Three-digit LED display
The display shows all parameters of the respectively opened menu.
5[HAND PERC]
Button with LED indicator to activate the hand percussion mode.
6[DRUM OFF]
Button with LED indicator to mute the drum track.
7[KIT]
Button to open the KIT menu.
[VOICE]
Button to open the VOICE menu.
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[SONG]
Button to open the SONG menu.
8[SELECT –/+]
Buttons to select parameters and to edit values.
9[SAVE]
Button to save current parameters as new user kit.
10 [VOLUME]
Key to adjust the pad volume.
11 [PAN]
Key to adjust the pan setting.
12 [NOTE]
Button to assign MIDI notes.
13 [START / STOP]
Button to start and stop song and style playback.
14 [DEMO]
Button to start and stop demo song playback.
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15 Indicator LEDs
In practice mode, these LEDs briey light up showing the pad that is being played.
16 [TEMPO –/+]
Buttons to adjust the playback speed.
17 [ACC.VOLUME –/+]
Buttons to adjust the volume of accompaniment tracks.
18 [MASTER VOLUME –/+]
Buttons to adjust the overall volume.
19 [REVERB]
Button to edit the reverb level.
20 [PLAY / STOP]
Button to start and stop the recording track playback.
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21 [AUX IN]
Input socket for connecting an audio device (e.g. MP3 or CD player).
22 [PHONES]
Socket for connecting headphones.
23 [KICK]
Socket for connecting the bass drum pedal.
24 [HI HAT]
Socket for connecting the hi hat controller.
Rear panel
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25 USB port
26 Connection socket for the 12 V power supply unit.
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