thomann Harley Benton Drum n' Loop User manual

Drum n´ Loop
drum looper
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
19.09.2017, ID: 417185

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 11
4 Notes on use............................................................................................................................................... 12
5 Controls and functions......................................................................................................................... 13
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 23
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 28
8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 29
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find 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.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
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 find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Letterings
Displays
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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.
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
This device is used to generate drum loops and to simultaneously record instrument signals
and play them back by means of suitable devices in an endless loop. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered 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.
Intended use
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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.
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 AC adaptor plug. Before connecting the AC adaptor
plug, 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 AC adaptor plug before electrical storms occur and when the device is
unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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3 Features
nLooper and drum computer in one device
nUp to 30 loops can be saved
n5 minutes max. loop length, 50 minutes total recording time
n40 different drum beats
nDual mode for recording loops with or without drum beats
nIncl. footswitch for intro, fill in and ending
nMicro USB port for importing and exporting data
nWindows software for data transmission available from our product website
nRecording format WAV audio with 48 kHz / 24 bit
nPower supply via USB port or mains adapter (not supplied)
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4 Notes on use
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Handle the device with care.
Do not try to disassemble or repair the device yourself if it should not work.
Set the volume of a connected amplifier to minimum before plugging or unplugging an instru‐
ment cable. This prevents loud noises.
When using an instrument with a high output level, the sound can be distorted. If distortion
occurs, reduce the volume of the instrument.
Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean the device.
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5 Controls and functions
Front panel
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1
USB port to connect a computer for copying the loop material, for updates or for power supply.
2
3.5 mm mini phone socket for connecting stereo headphones.
3[Aux In]
3.5 mm mini phone socket for connecting line level signal sources that are output together with the drum sound, but
not recorded by the looper function.
4
Connector for a 9 V power adapter (negative pole = inner contact, not included).
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Top side
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5 Drum control
Press and hold the control for 2 seconds to start or stop the drum sound with the main part.
Turn the control to set the tempo in a range from 40…200 bpm.
Press the control briefly to then select one of 40 different rhythm types by turning the knob.
Press the control again briefly to then adjust the drum volume in a range from 00…99 by turning the knob. Press it
again to return to tempo setting.
6[Ctrl In]
Here you can connect the included foot switch to control the drum function using the included 1/4" jack cable.
7[In]
1/4" phone socket for connecting a guitar or other instrument with a similar output level.
8[Stop/Clear]
This button is used to stop recording or playback of the loop material and to delete recordings (keep it pressed for 2
seconds).
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9[Play/Rec]
This switch is used to start loop playback or recording and to control the Undo / Redo function.
10 [Out R]
Output socket right channel: Use a shielded instrument cable with a 1/4" jack to connect another effects pedal, the
input of a suitable instrument amplifier or the right input of a stereo amp.
11 [Out L]
Output socket left channel: Use a shielded instrument cable with a 1/4" jack to connect another effects pedal, the
input of a suitable instrument amplifier or the left input of a stereo amp.
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12 Display
Display area for settings and operations in the device.
13 Looper control
Press the control for two seconds to select the synchronous or asynchronous mode for the upcoming recording. In
synchronous mode, drum playback and looper function start simultaneously, and the SYNC indicator appears in the
display. In asynchronous mode, drum playback and looper function start independently from each other. This display
area remains blank then.
Turn the control to adjust the desired memory location 01 to 30 for looper recordings.
Press the control briefly to then select the volume for looper playback by turning the knob. Press it again to return to
memory location selection.
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Foot switch
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14 [Intro/End]
Press this switch to put an intro part before the loop playback, after which then the main part is played back.
15 [Fill]
Press this switch to insert a rhythm variation during loop playback.
16 [Ctrl In]
Here you can connect the included 1/4" cable for the connection to the main unit.
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