Millenium MPS-400 User manual

MPS-400

e-drum module

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0

E-mail: [email protected]

Internet: www.thomann.de

20.07.2015, ID: MPS-400

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 Functions............................................................................................................................................. 21

6.2 Playing, customising and accompanying songs.................................................................. 24

6.3 Creating drum kits .......................................................................................................................... 26

6.4 Adjusting pad settings................................................................................................................... 31

7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 38

8 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 40

9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 41

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10 Appendix..................................................................................................................................................... 42

10.1 Voice list............................................................................................................................................ 42

10.2 Kit list.................................................................................................................................................. 51

10.3 Song list............................................................................................................................................. 53

10.4 MIDI implementation................................................................................................................... 54

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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 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

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

n 307 voices

n 20 pre-installed drum kits, 30 user kits

n 50 pre-installed songs

n Click function

n Flexible assignment of the pad voices

n Programming of various pad parameters like touch velocity, sensitivity etc.

n Reverb effect and voice tuning

n Individual adjustment of accompaniment and drum track

n Headphones, AUX 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 CD or MP3 player to the ‘AUX IN’ input of the drum module.

Connect external MIDI devices to the ‘MIDI IN/OUT’ connections of the drum module.

Connect external MIDI devices or your computer to the USB connection of the drum module.

Connecting CD or MP3 player

Connecting MIDI devices

Connecting USB devices

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5 Operating elements

Front panel

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1 [volume]

Volume control for headphones and line out.

2 Pad selection field

Buttons with integrated indicator LED for activating and playing the pads.

3 [tempo –/+]

Button for adjusting the metronome and playback tempo. Press the [–] or [+] button briefly to increase or decrease

the indicated value by one. Keep the [–] or [+] button pressed to increase or decrease the value quickly.

4 [start/stop]

Button for starting and stopping song playback.

5 [drum off]

Button for muting the drum part.

6 [click]

Button for turning the metronome on or off.

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7 [song — volume]

Button for opening the Song menu and volume indication.

8 3-digit LED display.

9 [voice — vol/pan/tun]

Button for opening the Voice menu and volume indication.

10 [utility]

Button for opening the Utility menu.

11 [save]

Button for saving settings.

12 [–] / [+]

Button for song and kit selection and for adjusting of the various parameters and values. Press the [–] or [+] button

briefly to increase or decrease the indicated value by one. Keep the [–] or [+] button pressed to increase or decrease

the value quickly.

13 [kit — rev on/off]

Button for opening the Kit menu and for turning the reverb effect on or off.

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Rear panel

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14 Connection sockets for the pads.

15 – output – R / L/mono

Output to connect external audio devices (mono / stereo).

16 aux.in

Input for external audio devices like MP3 or CD player.

17 9 V

Connection socket for the power supply adapter.

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Side view

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18 power on/off

Main switch to turn the device on or off.

19 in–MIDI–out

Connection sockets for an external MIDI device.

20 Connection socket for USB cable.

21 phones

Headphones socket.

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