User manual ROLAND RMP-1 APPLICATION GUIDE

[. . . ] Insufficient battery power lowers the volume level of the mini speaker and causes unstable operation. Replace the battery as soon as possible. Connecting the AC Adaptor A BOSS PSA series AC adaptor (sold separately) can be used to power the RMP-1. Other adaptors may cause malfunction or damage to the RMP-1 and must never be used. ) flashes when the battery power drops while the AC Adjusting the Head Tension fig. Bolt BEFORE playing the RMP-1, you must tune the head to your preferred playing tension. [. . . ] To order replacement heads (RMP-1 Mesh Head), contact the retailer from whom you purchased the unit or the nearest Roland Service Center. The MH-8 Mesh Head is not compatible and cannot be used. Replacing the Head When replacing or tuning, use the included tuning key. fig. HeadChange 1. Refer to "Adjusting the Head Tension. " Specifications Pad Size 8 inches Power Supply DC 9 V: Dry Battery 6F22/1604 (9 V) type (carbon) Dry Battery 6LR61/1604A (9 V) type (alkaline) AC Adaptor Weight 1. 2 kg / 2 lbs 11 oz (including a battery) Tempo 20­260 Accessories Dry Battery 6F22/1604 (9 V) type (carbon) Tuning Key Owner's Manual Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES") Beat 24 types Rhythm Types 18 types Current Draw * 55 mA Expected battery life under continuous use: Carbon: 2 hours Alkaline: 6 hours These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. M8 Metronome Sounds 5 Options AC Adaptor: BOSS PSA series Pad Stand: PDS-2 * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. Coach Mode Functions: 5 Exercise Variations: 20 Stand Screw Size Dimensions 263 (W) x 348 (D) x 78 (H) mm 10-3/8 (W) x 13-3/4 (D) x 3-1/8 (H) inches Connectors PHONES/OUTPUT Jack: 1 (Stereo miniature phone type) MIX IN Jack: 1 (Miniature phone type) AC Adaptor Jack ­3­ Turning the Power On and Off * Turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. 1. Turn the PHONES VOLUME knob to the minimum level (completely to the left). Turn on the POWER switch. * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally. 3. While striking the head, gradually turn the PHONES VOLUME knob to adjust the volume level. When Using with the Amp/Audio System * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. 1. Turn on the connected amp or audio system, and adjust the volume to the desired level. Press [COACH] a few times until is displayed at "AUTO UP/DOWN. " 2. Press [+] or [-] to select exercise variation. The tempo will increase and/or decrease by 1 BPM on every beat. (initial setting) The tempo will increase and/or decrease by 2 BPM every eight measures. The tempo will increase and/or decrease by 5 BPM every eight measures. The amount by which the tempo changes also increases as the tempo continues to increase. * When the tempo of the metronome is changed, practice begins at the tempo closest to one of starting tempos in the predetermined stepped settings. 3. * After starting the click, you can set the desired maximum tempo by pressing [-] when it reaches the desired tempo. This allows you to determine the tempos that are difficult for you. ­6­ RHYTHMIC NOTES RHYTHMIC NOTES is based on a traditional warm up exercise and also helps in learning rhythmic note values. After a two measure count-in, the metronome plays through a series of note intervals or beat divisions. Each one is played for 2 measures before moving on to the next interval level. [. . . ] The exercise starts with half notes, stepping up through intervals to 16th-note triplets, and then back down to half notes again. Press [COACH] a few times until is displayed at "RHYTHMIC NOTES. " 2. Press [+] or [-] to select exercise variation. Start (initial setting) Start Start 3. * To change the tempo during the exercise, press [+] or [-]. STROKE BALANCE This function checks the striking force differences between the right and left hands (or one hand). fig. StrokeBal. e Weaker Stronger 1. [. . . ]