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thomann Millennium Drums Rookie User Manual

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  • Page 1 Rookie E-Drum Module...
  • Page 2 Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 Internet: www.thomann.de 06.10.2022, ID: 549098...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................4 1.1 Further information........................... 5 1.2 Notational conventions........................5 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 6 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 10 Installation..............................11 Connections and operating elements................... 13 Operating..............................16 6.1 Functions............................. 16 6.2 Selecting and adjusting drum kits.....................

  • Page 4: General Information

    Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐ fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. Rookie...

  • Page 5: Further Information

    General information 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. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.

  • Page 6: Symbols And Signal Words

    General information Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ . Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively.
  • Page 7 General information 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.

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use 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.
  • Page 9 Safety instructions 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. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’...

  • Page 10: Features

    Features Features 68 sounds 12 preprogrammed drum kits 10 preprogrammed songs Metronome Automatic shutoff USB-C port for the power supply via power adapter or powerbank Headphones, AUX IN and USB-MIDI interface including cabling and power adapter Rookie E-Drum Module...

  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Installation Setup, connecting pads and Setup and assembly of the pads and pedals are described in detail in the enclosed assembly pedals guide. Finally, check that all connecting cables are correctly connected between the pads and the drum module. Power adapter Connect the included power adapter to the [DC 5 V] input on the rear panel of the drum module and then put the power plug into the power outlet.
  • Page 12 Installation External audio devices Connect the inputs of your mono amplifier, active monitor, mixing console or recording device to the [L/MONO] output sockets of the drum module. DC 5V L/MONO PHONE CD or MP3 player Connect a CD or MP3 player to the [AUX] input socket of the drum module. DC 5V L/MONO PHONE...

  • Page 13: Connections And Operating Elements

    Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements Front panel ö & Rookie E-Drum Module...
  • Page 14 Connections and operating elements Display Status LEDs [Drums] | The LED lights up when the drum kit mode is enabled. [Tempo] | The LED lights up while the metronome tempo is being set. [Rhythm] | The LED lights up while the metronome rhythm is being set. [Song] | The LED lights up when the song mode is enabled.
  • Page 15 Connections and operating elements Page DC 5V L/MONO PHONE * + , [DC 5V] | USB-C port for the power adapter for power supply [USB] | USB interface for connection to a computer (MIDI data) [L/MONO] | socket for connecting a mono amplifier, an active monitor, a mixing console or a recording device, designed as ¼"...

  • Page 16: Operating

    Operating Operating 6.1 Functions Switching on / off Check all cable connections for correct fit before switching on. Before switching on, turn the volume control to minimum. Press [Power] to switch the drum module on. ð The drum module is in drum kit mode. The status LED [Drums] lights up. Press and hold [Power] to switch the drum module off.

  • Page 17: Selecting And Adjusting Drum Kits

    Operating 6.2 Selecting and adjusting drum kits A drum kit is a compilation in which a certain sound and several sound parameters are assigned to each pad. Selecting different drum kits lets you customise the sound of your e- drum set in seconds to the desired music genre. To select a certain drum kit, proceed as follows: Press [Select] repeatedly until the [Drums] LED lights up.

  • Page 18: Setting Up And Using The Metronome

    Operating 6.3 Setting up and using the metronome Setting the speed Press [Select] repeatedly until the [Tempo] LED lights up. ð The display shows the last selected speed, default value ‘060’ . Press [Metro/Play] to turn the metronome on. The LED of the button flashes along to the beat, the Click sounds.
  • Page 19 Operating Setting the time signature Press [Select] repeatedly until the [Rhythm] LED lights up. ð The display shows the last selected time signature, default value ‘4- 4’ . Use [+] or [–] to select one of the nine time signatures ‘1-4’ to ‘9-4’ . ð...

  • Page 20: Playing And Accompanying Songs

    Operating 6.4 Playing and accompanying songs Your drum module provides ten preprogrammed songs. You can play the songs and accom‐ pany them on the drum module. Press [Select] repeatedly until the [Song] LED lights up. ð The display shows the last selected song number, default value ‘S.-1’ . Use [+] or [–] to select one of the ten preprogrammed songs: Display Name...

  • Page 21: Automatic Shutoff

    Operating 6.5 Automatic shutoff Press and hold [Metro/Play] when the drum module is off and press [Power] to switch the drum module on and to enable and disable the automatic shutoff. ð The display shows the last set time after which the drum module turns off if inactive, default value ‘000’...

  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Input connections Power supply USB-C port for the power adapter USB port USB-B Combined trigger connection 1 × D-sub connector Output connections Headphones 1 × 3.5 mm jack socket L/Mono 1 × 1/4" jack socket 1 × 3.5 mm jack socket Sounds Drum kits 12 preset kits...
  • Page 23 Technical specifications Further information incl. rack Incl. seat Incl. bass drum pedal Incl. headphones Mesh Head Pads Stereo pads Number of direct outputs Rookie E-Drum Module...

  • Page 24: Plug And Pin Assignments

    Plug and pin assignments Plug and pin assignments Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
  • Page 25 Plug and pin assignments 1/4" TRS phone plug (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground, shielding Rookie E-Drum Module...

  • Page 26: Protecting The Environment

    Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
  • Page 28 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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