thomann Millenium MPS-600 User manual

MPS-600

e-drum module

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.

Treppendorf 30

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0

E-mail: [email protected]

Internet: www.thomann.de

04.06.2012

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 10

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 11

5 Operating elements............................................................................................................................... 14

6 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 21

6.1 Quick start........................................................................................................................................... 21

6.2 LCD display......................................................................................................................................... 24

6.3 Storing functions.............................................................................................................................. 25

6.4 Drum kits............................................................................................................................................. 26

6.5 Mixer functions................................................................................................................................. 39

6.6 Playing and adapting songs......................................................................................................... 45

6.7 Muting.................................................................................................................................................. 53

6.8 Record function................................................................................................................................ 55

6.9 Click functions................................................................................................................................... 62

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6.10 Utility menu..................................................................................................................................... 64

6.11 SD card............................................................................................................................................... 72

7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 81

8 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 83

9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 84

10 Appendix..................................................................................................................................................... 85

10.1 Trigger and pads............................................................................................................................ 85

10.2 Pre-installed drum kits................................................................................................................. 88

10.3 Voice list............................................................................................................................................ 90

10.4 Song list.......................................................................................................................................... 117

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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 possible dangerous situation that

can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word

indicates a possible 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

Drum modules are intended to be used for converting digital trigger signals from drum pads

to various percussion sounds. Use the unit only as described in this manual. Any other use or

use under other operating 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.

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.

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.

Safety

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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.

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.

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3 Features

n674 voices (drums, percussion, SFX …) and 18 hi-hat combinations

n99 pre-installed drum kits (40 preset kits, 59 user kits)

n120 preset songs, 100 user songs

nMaximum polyphony: 64

nSequencer, click, mixer and EQ

nMIDI functions, SD card slot

nHeadphones, USB- and MIDI connections

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4 Installation

Setup and installation of the pads and pedals are described in detail in the included setup

guide. Finally, check that all connecting cables between the pads and the drum module are

connected correctly.

Connect the supplied power adapter to the 9 V input of the device and then insert the mains

plug into a mains wall outlet.

Setup, connecting pads and

pedals

Connecting the power supply

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Connect your stereo headphones to the PHONES output of the drum module.

Connect the inputs of your amplifier or powered speaker to the ‘OUTPUT’ sockets of the drum

module. When using a mono amp, connect its input to the ‘L/MONO’ output socket of the

module.

Connecting headphones

Connecting audio devices

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Connect external MIDI devices to the ‘MIDI IN/OUT’ connections or the USB socket of the drum

module.

Connect CD or MP3 player to the ‘AUX IN’ input of the drum module.

Connecting MIDI devices

Connecting CD or MP3 player

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5 Operating elements

Front panel

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1 Display

2[PAGE +], [PAGE –]

Navigation buttons to scroll through the menu pages and to move the cursor.

3VOLUME

Volume controls for the headphones output (PHONES), AUX input (AUX IN) and overall volume (MASTER)

4[SAVE/ENTER]

Button to save changed settings and to open sub menus and folders.

5[EXIT]

Button to leave the current menu level and to cancel a function.

6[CARD]

Button to open the SD card menu.

7[+], [–]

These buttons increase or decrease the value of the currently indicated parameter.

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8 Jog Wheel

Use the wheel to increase or decrease the value of the currently indicated parameter.

9[TEMPO +], [TEMPO –]

Buttons to increase or decrease the tempo of song playback and click. To reset, press both buttons simultaneously.

10 [CLICK]

Turns the click function on or off.

11 [MIXER]

Button to open the mixer menu.

12 [MENU]

Button to open various menus of an operating mode.

13 [PART MUTE]

To mute the desired tracks.

14 [REC]

Button to enter the record mode.

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[REC] + [PART MUTE]

Button combination for ‘Quick Record’ function.

15 [PLAY/STOP]

Button to start or stop song playback and recording.

16 [KIT]

Button to open the kit menu.

17 [UTILITY]

Button to open the utility menu.

[UTILITY] + [KIT]

Button combination for entering the demo mode.

18 [SONG]

Button to open the song menu.

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19 Pad select buttons with indicator LED

Buttons to play the programmed pad voice in the current kit. In the menus KIT, MIXER and UTILITY, you can use these

buttons to select the desired pad. After selecting, the indicator LED of the corresponding pad will light up. In the

modes SONG / DEMO / CARD, the LEDs indicate the currently playing pad.

20 [RIM]

Button to activate the Rim trigger of dual zone pads.

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Rear panel

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21 9 V

Socket for the connection of the power adapter for voltage supply.

22 POWER ON / OFF

Main switch to turn the unit on or off.

23 USB

USB port to connect a computer with USB MIDI interface.

24 MIDI IN / MIDI OUT

Connections for external MIDI devices.

25 Pad connection sockets.

26 Headphones output.

27 OUTPUT R / L/MONO

Stereo output for external audio systems and drum amps.

28 AUX IN

Stereo input for external audio devices like MP3 or CD players.

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