Millenium MILLENIUM MD-90 User manual

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Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
Internet: www.thomann.de
19.05.2016, ID: 275219
Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 14
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 16
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 23
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 32
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 34
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 36
10 Appendix..................................................................................................................................................... 38
10.1 Voice list............................................................................................................................................ 38
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10.2 Kit list.................................................................................................................................................. 48
10.3 Styles.................................................................................................................................................. 50
10.4 MIDI implementation................................................................................................................... 53
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1 General notes
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.
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
n seven velocity-sensitive drum pads, terminals for bass-drum pedal and hi-hat controller
n three-digit LED display
n headphones, USB and MIDI connection
n 45 drum kits, 5 user kits
n 265 percussion voices, 128 GM voices, 16 MByte voice data
n 80 styles
n 20 songs
n demo song
n recording track
n standby 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 flip over the device, press lightly on the battery compartment
cover and slide it in arrow direction. Take off 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
Front panel
Connections and controls
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1 [POWER]
Main switch to turn the device on and off.
2 [REC]
Button with LED indicator to turn the recording function on and off.
3 [CLICK]
Button with LED indicator to turn the metronome function on and off.
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.
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7 [KIT]
Button to open the KIT menu.
[VOICE]
Button to open the VOICE menu.
[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.
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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.
15 Indicator LEDs
In practice mode, these LEDs briefly 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.
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19 [REVERB]
Button to edit the reverb level.
20 [PLAY / STOP]
Button to start and stop the recording track playback.
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Millenium MILLENIUM MD-90 User manual

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Type
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