thomann Millenium R1 User manual

R1 12" Metronome
Practice Pad
drum pad
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
24.03.2017, ID: 400714

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 Operating elements............................................................................................................................... 12
5 Device functions...................................................................................................................................... 15
6 Operating the device............................................................................................................................. 18
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 19
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 20
9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 22
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 23
Table of contents
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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.
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
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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.
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
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 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
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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.
WARNING!
Incorrect handling of lithium batteries can result in injury
In the event of a short circuit, overheating or mechanical damage, lithium bat‐
teries can cause severe injuries.
Follow the advice on the correct handling of lithium batteries in the present sec‐
tion.
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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.
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3 Features
nBuilt-in metronome (30…250 BPM, all note values)
nHeadphones output (3.5 mm stereo phone socket)
nDisplay
nBeat counter (10…60 seconds)
nAdjustable rhythm (1…8 counting units)
nSpeaker
nMicro USB charging socket
nUSB cable (included)
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4 Operating elements
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1 Six-digit display
2 Rhythm display
Shows the current rhythm figure
3 Multi-function button
To adjust Beat, Tempo, Rhythm, Sound and Volume
4 Speaker
5 Strike area
6[VOLUME]
Button to set the overall volume of the practise pad.
7[SET]
Button for specify the settings.
8[TRAIN]
Enables the Training mode.
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9[TAP]
Tap Tempo function
10 [O/ ► ]
On off button / Start / Stop
11 Output socket [OUTPUT]
To connect a headphones (with 3.5 mm stereo phone plug)
12 Rotary control [VOLUME]
Volume control for headphone output. Turning this control clockwise increases the volume. You reduce the
volume by turning counterclockwise.
13 USB socket
To connect an external USB device or USB power supply to charge the unit.
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5 Device functions
Press the On / Off button to turn the device on. [O/ ► ]for several seconds.
Now the configuration menu appears on the display. With [SET] and turning the multifunction
knob you can adjust the settings for ‘BEAT’ , ‘TEMPO’, ‘RHYTHM’, ‘SOUND’ and ‘VOLUME’ .
Select the desired function with [SET] and change it by turning the multifunction knob. With
[O/ ► ]you can start and stop the metronome.
Select single bars from 0…9. Bars 1…6 are supported by human voice, (in English), bars 7...9 by
electronic sound.
Select the desired Tempo in a range from 30…250 bpm.
Switching on
Setting the Beat
Setting the Tempo
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You can choose from the following rhythm styles:
You can select three different sounds, which can be adjusted with the rotary control. In addi‐
tion to a human voice, two electronic sounds are also available.
When the device is operated with the battery, the charge status is displayed in the menu. If the
state of charge is too low we recommend to charge the device via the mini USB port.
Strike the pad and slowly turn the multifunction knob clockwise until a comfortable volume is
reached. When headphones are connected, the volume can also be adjusted via the rotary
control on the rear side of the unit.
Setting the Rhythm
Setting the Sound
Charge status of the recharge‐
able battery
Setting the volume
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In the event of a malfunction, switch off the metronome with [O/ ► ] and restart the
device after 30 seconds.
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6 Operating the device
The device offers a training mode.
Use [TRAIN] to see the desired menu. Here, the number of beats in a defined time interval are
captured. The time interval can be set between 10…60 using the multifunction knob and is
counted to 0 during the exercise. Pressure-dependent sound effects are controlled in real-time
and fall silent as soon as the pressure drops.
If you have made the appropriate setting in the main menu, you can use the [O/ ► ]button to
start the Metronome function. Bars 1…6 are supported by human voice, (in English), bars 7…9
by electronic sound.
Strike the exercise pad to determine the average speed of the strokes. The average value is
displayed as beats per minute (BPM) on the display.
The value is incremented by a repeated hitting.
Training mode
Metronome mode
TAP mode
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7 Technical specifications
Display Six-digit LED display
Dimensions (W × H × D) 27.8 cm × 2.8 cm × 27.8 cm
Connections Headphones output (3.5 mm stereo phone socket)
Micro USB
Voltage supply via micro USB socket
via battery: rechargeable Lithium battery (600 mAh)
Weight 1.6 kg
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8 Plug and connection assignment
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a
plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short
circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!
Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hifi use.
Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical representatives of
the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is trans‐
mitted through the core.
Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at low
levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.
In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred, because this
enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In addition to the conduc‐
tors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers
the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.
Introduction
Balanced and unbalanced trans‐
mission
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