Tama RW150 - Rhythm Watch Manual

FEATURES

The Rhythm Watch RW105 is a metronome designed for a broad spectrum of musical activities ranging from practice to live performance. Frequently-used controls and displays are especially large for fast and accurate operation. A program function lets you record beats and tempos for up to 30 songs, while a sound mode provides two types of voicing, so that you can select the optimum sound based on the applicable conditions. The RW105 also offers many other functions which contribute to convenience and performance.

PRECAUTIONS CONCERNING USE

• Avoid subjecting the RW105 to strong impact, such as dropping it or handling it roughly.
• If you are not using it at the moment, turnoff the power supply before storing the RW105.
• Avoid storing the RW105 in locations where it is subject to direct sunlight, high temperatures and humidity, and dust. These factors can cause malfunctions and breakdowns.
• Do not use thinners, benzene, or other similar solvents to clean the RW105.

REPLACING THE BATTERY

When the battery begins to run down, the LCD display and the LED itself become darker, and the sound becomes weaker. The battery should be replaced promptly when performance begins to deteriorate. Using the backlight will make the batteries run down more quickly. We recommend that you replace the batteries more often, or use an AC adaptor.

Battery replacement procedure

1. Slide the battery cover on the back of the RW105 in the direction indicated by the arrow in the diagram, and take off the battery cover.
2. Take out the old battery and insert the new one, being careful that the polarity is matched correctly.
3. Slide the cover in the opposite direction from that indicated by the arrow, and attach it in its original position.
   

• Always check to make sure the power supply has been turned off before replacing the battery or connecting the AC adaptor.
• After replacing the battery, turn on the power supply and check to make sure the RW105 functions properly.

Memory backup

If the battery is relatively new, or when the AC adaptor is connected, programs are retained in the memory even when the power supply is turned off. To replace the battery without losing the programs in the memory, connect the AC adaptor before replacing the battery. If no AC adaptor is available, replace the battery before it has run down completely' to make sure the programs in the memory are not lost. If there is still enough battery power to light the LED, programs will be retained in the RW105 memory for about 30 seconds after the battery is removed. Replace the battery quickly in order not to lose the programs. (We recommend always keeping a spare battery on hand.)

Using the backlight

1. The backlight will be turned on when you operate the POWER switch, any push switch, or the TEMPO dial, and stay on for approximately 20 seconds (from the initial operation).
2. The backlight is enabled by default. If you do not wish using the backlight, you are able to disable the backlight by pressing and holding the STORE/LIGHT SET SWITCH for approximately for 2 seconds.

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

1. POWER switch
   This is used to turn the power supply on and off.
2. DC IN jack
   This is the jack to which the AC adaptor is connected. (The IBANEZ AC109 is the optimum adaptor for use with the RW105.)
3. RHYTHM knobs
   These are used to control the volume balance between the various sounds.
4. BEAT knob
   This is used to control the volume of the beat sound (the chime sound produced for the first beat). (If the beat setting is 0, no beat sound is produced.)
5. MASTER knob
   This is used to control the overall volume.
6. TEMPO LEDs
   The left and right LEDs flash alternately in time with the beat. The initial beat is always indicated by a red flash. Starting with the second beat, these flash in green. (If the beat setting is 0, the first beat flashes in green.)
7. REMOTE jack
   This is the jack to which the foot switch is connected. Connecting a foot switch enables control of program changes from a distance. A momentary-type of foot switch should be used.
8. PHONE jack
   This is the jack to which the headphones are connected. (When headphones are connected, no sound is produced from the speaker.)
9. LCD display
   This displays the values set for the "PROG.", "BEAT", "TEMPO", and "MODE" parameters.
10. TEMPO dial
    This is used to control the tempo between = 35 ~ 250/minute.
11. START/TAP key
    In the METRO1 and METRO2 modes, this functions as a start/stop key for the metronome. In the TAP mode, it functions as the tap key.
12. STORE/LIGHT SET key
    This stores the parameter settings shown on the LCD display in the displayed program number. Press and hold (for approximately two seconds) to switch the LCD backlight between enabled and disabled.
13. BEAT key
    The beat can be set within a range from 0 to 9 beats. Each time the BEAT key is pressed, the number of beats increases by 1.
14. PROG. key
    This is used to load programs. Each time the PROG. key is pressed, the program number increases by 1. Hold down this switch to fast-forward.
15. MODE key
    This selects METRO1, METRO2, or TAP as the mode.
16. Mounting nut
    The RW105 can be attached to a drum set or other equipment along with a cymbal holder or other items.

OPERATION

Metronome operation

1. Press the MODE key and select eitherMETRO1 or METRO2. The METRO1 and METRO2 modes have different voicings, so select whichever mode is appropriate for the usage conditions. (METRO1 has a sound with a stronger attack, while METRO2 produces a softer sound.)
2. Set the tempo using the TEMPO dial, and the beat using the BEAT key. To load a program, use the PROG. key or the REMOTE foot switch to call out the required number. 3. Adjust the various control knobs to the appropriate positions.
3. Pressing the START/TAP key starts the metronome. Sound is produced from the speaker, and the LEDs begin flashing.
4. Listening to the sound produced, adjust the balance between the notes, the beat volume, and the overall volume.
5. Pressing the START/TAP key again stops the metronome.

Operating the tap function

The tap function lets you measure any desired tempo.

1. Press the MODE key and select TAP.
2. Press the BEAT key and set the beat of the tempo to be measured.
3. Adjust the quarter note knob () and the BEAT knob to the appropriate volumes.
4. Enter the tempo by pressing the START/TAP key the set number of beats. The tempo will be calculated when the switch is pressed on the following beat. For example, if the beat has been set to 3, the calculated tempo will be displayed after the START/TAP key has been pressed 4 times.
5. When the measurement has ended, set the mode to METRO 1 or METRO2 to use the metronome function at the measured tempo.
6. If the measured tempo exceeds the range of = 35 ~ 250, an error message is displayed. If the tempo is between 30 and 34, message "Lo" will be displayed. (Nothing will be displayed if the tempo is 29 or less since the tempo cannot be measured.) If the tempo is 251 or higher, "Hi" is displayed.

Operating the program function

With the RW105, beats and tempos can be stored in up to 30 program numbers.

1. Using the PROG. key or the REMOTE footswitch, bring up the program number in which the beat or tempo is to be stored.
2. Set the beat and tempo.
3. Check the contents displayed on the LCDand press the STORE/LIGHT SET key. At this point, the two LEDs light, indicating that the program has been stored.
   • A program cannot be stored in PROG. NO. 0.

Momentary switches

There are two types of momentary switches: the type and the type.
Please use the type for the foot switch.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply	9V battery (S-006P) 9V 200 mA AC adaptor (IBANEZ AC119/AC109)
Tempo range	= 35 ~ 250/minute
Tempo precision	±0.2%
Beats	0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Displays	LCD display (PROG., BEAT, TEMPO, MODE) Tempo LEDs × 2
Speaker	× 1
Controls	BEAT, MASTER, PROG., BEAT, MODE, STORE/LIGHT SET, TEMPO, START/ TAP
Size (W × H × D)	127 × 25 × 151 mm
Weight	330g (Including Battery)
Accessories	Soft case, instruction manual, 9V battery

• Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice due to improvements.