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RHYTHM DESIGNER RD-8 User Manual
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Thank you ....................................................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3
Legal Disclaimer ............................................................. 3
Limited warranty ............................................................ 3
1. Introduction ............................................................... 4
2. Features ...................................................................... 4
3. Front and Rear Panel Control Layout ....................... 5
4. Overview .................................................................... 8
5. Creating a Pattern (Step Mode) ................................ 9
6. Playing a Pattern (Pattern Mode) ........................... 11
7. Creating a Song (Pattern Chaining Mode) ............. 11
8. Creating a Song Chain (Song Mode) ...................... 11
9. Wave Designer ......................................................... 12
10. Analog Filter........................................................... 12
11. Settings ................................................................... 13
12. Software Updates .................................................. 16
13. Parameters ............................................................. 16
14. SysEx information ................................................. 20
15. RD-8 Set-up Example ........................................... 23
16. Specifications ......................................................... 25
17. Glossary .................................................................. 26
Thank you
Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in Behringer by purchasing
the RD-8 Rhythm Designer with 16 original drum sounds, 64-step sequencer,
integrated Wave Designer, integrated dual-mode filter, 11 independent analog
outputs plus a mono mix, 16 authentic step pads, 16 pattern changes per song
and an easily readable 7-segment 4-character LED display for tempo.
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RHYTHM DESIGNER RD-8 User Manual
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
Important Safety
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
Instructions
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
Terminals marked with this symbol carry
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
electrical current of sufficient magnitude
11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by
to constitute risk of electric shock.
the manufacturer.
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with
¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other
installation or modification should be performed only
by qualified personnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alerts you to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside the
enclosure - voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a
risk of shock.
injury from tip-over.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
alerts you to important operating and
when unused for long periods of time.
maintenance instructions in the
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
Caution
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
remove the top cover (or the rear section).
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
qualified personnel.
been dropped.
Caution
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
do not expose this appliance to rain and
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
or splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids,
remain readily operable.
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
These service instructions are for use
by qualified service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the operation
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualified
service personnel.
should be taken to a collection center licensed for the
recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment
1. Read these instructions.
(EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have
2. Keep these instructions.
a possible negative impact on the environment and
3. Heed all warnings.
human health due to potentially hazardous substances
4. Follow all instructions.
that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time,
your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
will contribute to the efficient use of natural resources.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
For more information about where you can take your
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local
accordance with the manufacturer' s instructions.
city office, or your household waste collection service.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
18. Do not install in a confined space, such as a book
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
case or similar unit.
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
19. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
20. Please keep the environmental aspects of battery
disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a
battery collection point.
21. Use this apparatus in tropical and/or
moderate climates.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss which may
be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in
part upon any description, photograph, or statement
contained herein. Technical specifications, appearances
and other information are subject to change without
12. Use only with the
notice. All trademarks are the property of their
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
respective owners. Midas, Klark Teknik, Lab Gruppen,
or table specified by the
Lake, Tannoy, Turbosound, TC Electronic, TC Helicon,
manufacturer, or sold with
Behringer, Bugera, Auratone and Coolaudio are
the apparatus. When a cart
trademarks or registered trademarks of Music Tribe
is used, use caution when
Global Brands Ltd. © Music Tribe Global Brands
moving the cart/apparatus
Ltd. 2019 All rights reserved.
combination to avoid
LIMITED WARRANTY
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions
and additional information regarding Music Tribe' s
Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at
musictribe.com/warranty.
Zhongshan Eurotec Electronics Limited
No. 10 Wanmei Road, South China Modern Chinese
Medicine Park, Nanlang Town, 528451, Zhongshan City,
Guangdong Province, China
17. Correct disposal of this
product: This symbol indicates
that this product must not be
disposed of with household
waste, according to the WEEE
Directive (2012/19/EU) and
your national law. This product
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