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Roland RMP-12 Owner's Manual

Roland RMP-12 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 O wn e r’s M anu al...
  • Page 2 Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Copyright © 2008 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

  • Page 3: Using The Unit Safely

    • Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness. • If you want to attach the RMP-12 to a marching snare carrier, use the specified model (Roland OP-RMP12). • Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable.
  • Page 4 • Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page. • Batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken apart, or thrown into fire or water.

  • Page 5: Important Notes

    However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. Additional Precautions •...

  • Page 6: Main Features

    ❍ You can connect a CD, MD, or portable audio player to the MIX IN jack, and practice while listening to songs ❍ By using the OP-RMP12 (sold separately) you can attach the RMP-12 to a standard marching carrier ❍ The weight (3.7 kg including batteries) is less than half as much as an acoustic snare drum, placing less strain on...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the Head Tension... 13 Attaching the RMP-12 to a Commercially Available Snare Stand... 13 Attaching the RMP-12 to a Marching Carrier (Sold Separately) ... 14 Turning the Power On and Off... 17 When Turning Off the Power ... 17 Auto Power-off ...

  • Page 8: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Top Panel fig.FrontPanel.eps Memory Buttons [1]–[4] These call up the sound sets registered at memory locations 1–4. [INST] Button Use this to select the pad’s sounds, or to make sound settings. By holding down this button for a while (approximately two seconds), you can enter Live mode.

  • Page 9: Indications In The Display

    Sound names, parameter names, and parameter values are shown here. Panel Descriptions LIVE Icon This will light when the RMP-12 is in Live mode. COACH Icon This will light or blink when the RMP-12 is in Coach mode.

  • Page 10: Side Panel

    Side Panel fig.Connect.eps TRIGGER IN Jack Use the included cable to connect the pad here. * This cable is connected when the RMP-12 is shipped from the factory. DC IN Jack You can connect an AC adaptor (ROLAND PSB- series; sold separately) here.

  • Page 11: Getting Ready To Play

    TRIGGER IN jack on the sound module’s side panel to the TRIGGER OUT jack of the pad is connected securely at both ends. This cable is connected when the RMP-12 is shipped from the factory. Make sure that the plug is NOT in the position shown in the photo below.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Ac Adaptor (Sold Separately)

    Getting Ready to Play Removing the Batteries To remove the batteries, switch off the RMP-12’s power, detach the battery cover, and pull the end of the battery tie to remove the batteries. The batteries may fly out if you pull too strongly on a battery tie.

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Head Tension

    12-inch diameter snare. • Make sure to fully spread the legs of the stand. • Place the RMP-12 so that its sound module is above one of the legs of the stand. • Take care that the fasteners of the stand do not pinch the cable that connects the RMP-12’s pad and sound module.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Rmp-12 To A Marching Carrier (Sold Separately)

    Attaching the RMP-12 to a Marching Carrier (Sold Separately) Caution when attaching the RMP-12 to a marching carrier • If you want to attach the RMP-12 to a marching snare carrier, use the specified model (sold separately: Roland OP- RMP12).
  • Page 15 Attachment Using the drum key included with the RMP-12 or a commercially available drum key, loosen the screws (A, two locations) by approximately 10 mm. fig.1j * Avoid placing fingers inside the holes in which the J-rods are inserted. Loosen the screws (B, two locations) that hold the J-rods of the marching carrier in place—just...
  • Page 16 Getting Ready to Play Attach the RMP-12 and lock it in place. fig.j * You must lock them when the RMP-12 is mounted. If they are not locked, the RMP-12 may detach from the marching carrier during performance, possibly causing malfunction or injury.

  • Page 17: Turning The Power On And Off

    Turning the Power On and Off Once the connections have been completed, turn on power to your audio devices in the order specified. Turning on devices in the wrong order may cause malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. Turn the [PHONES VOLUME] knob to the minimum level.

  • Page 18: Selecting Sounds

    Selecting Sounds Selecting Sounds (Memory Buttons) A set of two sounds is assigned to each memory button [1]–[4]: one sound played by the head and another sound played by the rim. Press one of the [1]–[4] buttons. The name of the sound set assigned to the selected button will be displayed for approximately two seconds.

  • Page 19: Practicing

    Practicing Using the Metronome Press the [ (metronome)] button. The metronome will sound. The time check indicator will appear. The timer icon will appear, allowing you to view the elapsed time. Elapsed time Use the select knob to set the tempo (20–300). The time check indicator will respond when you strike the pad.

  • Page 20: Changing The Metronome Settings

    Practicing Changing the Metronome Settings Press the [BEAT] button. The METRONOME icon will blink in the display. Turn the select knob to choose the parameter that you want to edit, and then press the select knob. Parameter The value of the parameter you’re editing will blink. Parameter Value Specifies the time signature of the...

  • Page 21: Practicing With Coach Mode

    Practicing with Coach Mode Press the [COACH] button. The RMP-12 will enter Coach mode. A menu name will appear. Turn the select knob to select the desired menu. Menu Menu name Practice playing with accu- Time Check TimeScore rate timing. Your accuracy Score will be scored numerically.

  • Page 22: Checking Your Timing Accuracy As A Numerical Score (Timescore: Time Check Score)

    Practicing Checking Your Timing Accuracy as a Numerical Score (TimeScore: Time Check Score) This function lets you practice your accuracy while listening to the metronome. The screen will indicate a numeric score according to how well your pad strikes match the beat. You can make the following settings.

  • Page 23: Practicing Change-Ups (Rhythmnote)

    Practicing Change-ups (RhythmNote) This function lets you practice playing while you change the length of the notes. This is an effective way to practice change- ups, or to improve your feel for note lengths. The metronome’s rhythm type will change every two measures; strike the pads in time with the sounds.

  • Page 24: Checking Your Dynamics And Timing Simultaneously (Dynameter)

    Practicing Checking Your Dynamics and Timing Simultaneously (DynaMeter) This function lets you view the force of your strikes as you practice. This method of practicing is an effective way to make the volume more consistent between your right hand and left hand, and to improve the smoothness of your overall sound.

  • Page 25: Changing The Settings Of The Memory Buttons

    Changing the Settings of the Memory Buttons A sound set together with settings such as tuning and volume can be registered to each memory button. Press one of the [1]–[4] buttons to select the memory location whose settings you want to change.

  • Page 26: Sound List

    Changing the Settings of the Memory Buttons Sound List Display mSD 1 Marching Snare Drum 14"x12" mSD 1r Marching Snare Drum 14"x12" Rim mSD 2 Double Snare Drum 13"x11" mSD 2r Double Snare Drum 13"x11" Rim mSD 3 Short Snare Drum 14"x10" mSD 3r Short Snare Drum 14"x10"...
  • Page 27 Display LayrCym Layered Cymbal SleighB Sleigh Bells BelTree Bell Tree TrChime Tree Chimes TimbleH Timbale High TimbleL Timbale Low CongaHi Conga High CongaLo Conga Low BongoHi Bongo High BongoLo Bongo Low Djembe Djembe Tabla 1 Tabla Na Tabla 2 Tabla Tin Tabla 3 Tabla Tun Claps 1...

  • Page 28: Performing In Live Mode

    Performing in Live Mode The RMP-12 provides a “Live mode” that lets you lock the function of buttons that you would not use during a live performance, so that the metronome will not start sounding even if you inadvertently press a button.

  • Page 29: System Settings

    System Settings How to Make System Settings Settings that affect the entire RMP-12 are called “system settings.” Hold down the [BEAT] button for a while. The SYSTEM icon will blink in the display. Turn the select knob to choose the parameter that you want to edit, and then press the select knob.

  • Page 30: Restoring The Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

    System Settings Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) This operation will return all of the RMP-12’s settings to their factory-set condition. If you execute Factory Reset, all the settings you’ve changed will be lost. Hold down the [BEAT] button for a while.

  • Page 31: Appendix

    (Battery Low!) Meaning The RMP-12’s power will turn off in five seconds. The batteries have run down. Replace the batteries as soon as the battery icon (p. 9) blinks.

  • Page 32: Specifications

    Connectors Trigger Input Jack (1/4 inch TRS phone type) * This jack is connected to the pad with a cable when the RMP-12 is shipped from the factory. AC Adaptor Jack DC 9 V: Dry battery LR6 (AA) type (alkaline) x 6...

  • Page 33: Index

    Index Numerics [1]–[4] buttons ... 18 AC Adaptor ... 12 Auto Power-off ... 17 Batteries ... 11 Battery tie ... 11 Beat ... 20 [BEAT] button ... 20, 29–30 Cable Tie ... 13, 16 [COACH] button ... 21 Coach Mode ... 21 DC IN jack ...
  • Page 34 For EU Countries For China...
  • Page 35 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. AFRICA PHILIPPINES G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc. 339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue EGYPT Makati, Metro Manila 1200, Al Fanny Trading Office...
  • Page 36 05121812 ’08-07-1N...

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