Roland RMP-5 manual

Owner’s Manual 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 4). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your n[...]

2 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instruc- tions below, and the Owner’s Manual. ........................................................................................................................ 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. ...............................[...]

3 015 • Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads c[...]

4 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2–3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply: Use of Batteries 301 • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing mac[...]

5 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY ...................................................................... 2 IMPORTANT NOTES ............................................................................... 4 Contents .................................................................................................. 5 Panel Descriptions .................[...]

6 Panel Descriptions fig.Panel 1. Mini speaker Only the metronome sound is played from here (not the sounds from the pad). 2. [METRONOME] button Use this to select pad sounds and for metronome settings. When the button is held down, the tap icon ( ) blinks in the display, you can tap the pad to set the metronome tempo (p. 12). 3. [START/STOP] butto[...]

7 Getting Ready fig.BattCase.e_50 1. Press down and slide off the lid of the battery compartment (located on the bottom of the unit). 2. Connect the snap cord to the battery, and place it inside the battery compartment. * Verify the battery’s polarity (+ versus -). 3. Securely close the battery cover. * Do not let the snap cord get caught in the [...]

8 Getting Ready 1. First, open the tripod so the legs are spaced at least 50 cm (20") apart. 2. Attach the wing screw and washer in the order shown in the figure. 3. Attach the pad. Turn the pad until the screw is just about all the way in; then stop, and tighten the wing screw from underneath the stand. * Do not forcefully try to turn the pad[...]

9 Getting Ready 941 * 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. 1. Turn the VOLUME knob to the minimum level (completely to the left). 2. Turn on the POWER switch. 942 * This unit is eq[...]

10 Practice Changing these settings allows you to play a variety of different sounds. 1. Press the [METRONOME] button a number of times to select “ ” (PAD SOUND). fig.pad-sound 2. Press the [+] or [-] button to select the sound. *1 Sounds suitable for use when a rim-shot-capable pad is connected and used in combination with the RMP-5 (p. 22). *[...]

11 Practice The metronome alternately starts and stops each time you press the [START/STOP] button. You can change the metronome tempo, beat, rhythm type, sound, and volume. 1. Press the [METRONOME] button a few times to select the desired parameter. The numbers shown at the left of the display indicate the parameters that are changed. 2. Press the[...]

12 Practice You can set the metronome tempo by playing the on-board pad or any pad connected to the EXT TRIG IN jack. 1. Briefly hold down the [METRONOME] button. The TAP icon appears in the display. fig.tap.e 2. Strike the pad several times at the tempo of your choice. The metronome’s tempo is set according to quarter note timing. 3. If you pres[...]

13 Practice The RMP-5’s Rhythm Coach function is a unique set of exercises specifically designed to help build speed, accuracy, stamina, and better timing skills. The Rhythm Coach modes have programmable parameters, allowing you to adapt the functions to your specific needs. Press the [COACH] button to switch to Rhythm Coach mode. In this mode, a[...]

14 Practice When you press the [COACH] button and switch to Rhythm Coach Mode, the Time Check result appears in the display. The Time Check mode setting made here is used with all other modes. 1. Press the [COACH] button a few times to select “ .” 2. Press the [+] or [-] button to select exercise variation. 3. Press the [START/STOP] button to b[...]

15 Practice In this mode, the metronome sound alternately switches between high and low volume levels according to the selected variation (the sound is practically inaudible when the volume drops). This cycle repeats until you press the [START/STOP] button to stop the exercise. 1. Press the [COACH] button a few times to select “ .” 2. Press the[...]

16 Practice 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[...]

17 Practice Triplet Time Check Selecting “E-3” or “H-3” in TIME CHECK allows you to check triplet timing. In this case, the timing of all of the triplet notes is checked. You can use the following method to check only the timing of . 1. Set the metronome as shown below. RHYTHM: , BEAT: 0 2. Select “E-4” or “H-4” in Time Check. 3. Be[...]

18 Practice This timer can be set from 1 to 60 minutes, letting you practice for the period of time you determine. * You can use the Metronome and Rhythm Coach functions even while the timer is running. 1. Briefly hold down the [COACH] button. The TIMER icon appears in the display. fig.timer.j 2. Use the [+] or [-] button to select one of the timer[...]

19 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads Using an optional PCS-31L cable you can connect cymbal and kick pads to the EXT TRIG IN jack. Here’s an example using the CY-8 and KD-8 pads. fig.setup 1. Connect the left (black) plug of the cable to the cymbal pad’s output jack. When you strike the pad, “EXT1” lights up. * Press the [METRONOME] butt[...]

20 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads You can connect other Roland V-Drums Series pads as well. Depending on the trigger parameters, you can use two pads, or a single rim-capable pad. Because each pad has its own individual characteristics, you must first set the “trigger types” that correspond to the pad you are using in order for it to func[...]

21 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads 5. If necessary, press the [+] or [-] button to make fine adjustments to the trigger type parameters. Press the [METRONOME] or [COACH] button to select the parameter, then press the [+] or [-] button to set the value. 6. Press the [START/STOP] button to return to the normal screen. 7. Set the pad sound. While[...]

22 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads fig.pad1.e 1. Connect the compatible pad to the External Trigger In jack using ONLY a stereo cable. 2. While simultaneously holding down the [METRONOME] and [COACH] buttons, turn on the power. The RMP-5 is now in the parameter setting mode. 3. Press the [+] or [-] button to switch the Input Mode to . 4. Press[...]

23 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads While simultaneously holding down the [METRONOME] and [COACH] buttons, turn on the power. Afterwards, press the [COACH] button to select the parameter, then press the [+] or [-] button to set the value. * Press the [METRONOME] button to have selections come up in the reverse order. Sensitivity This adjustment[...]

24 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads (Spline) Variation in playing dynamics produces extreme changes. fig.05-14_80 , (Loud 1, Loud 2) Variation in playing dynamics produces little change, and a constant volume is maintained. If using drum triggers, these settings help maintain stable levels. fig.05-15_80 Scan Time Since the rise time of the trig[...]

25 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads Mask Time Example when using a kick trigger pad; if the beater bounces back and hits the pad a second time immediately after the intended stroke or if you leave the bass drum beater against the pad—it can cause “double triggering” (two sounds instead of the intended one). The Mask Time setting helps to [...]

26 Appendices When practicing with Stroke Balance, if you think that the needle swings too much or too little, then adjust the head sensitivity. 1. While simultaneously holding down the [METRONOME] and [COACH] buttons, turn on the power. 2. Press the [COACH] button twice. The display shows “ .” 3. Press the [+] or [-] button to adjust the sensi[...]

27 Appendices If the head has been damaged or no longer maintains correct tension, replace it. To order replacement heads (#03891812 RMP-3 PAD HEAD(MESH HEAD) <CM-2208-RN>), contact the retailer from whom you purchased the RMP-5 or the nearest Roland Service Center. Replacing the Head When replacing or tuning, use the included tuning key. fig[...]

28 Appendices RMP-5: Rhythm Coach ● Pad Size 8 inches ● Pad Sounds 54 types ● Tempo 20–300 ● Click Sounds 15 types ● Rhythm Types 24 types ● Patterns 22 types ● Beat 24 types ● Rhythm Coach functions TIME CHECK (8 variations) ACCURACY SCORE (4 variations) QUIET COUNT (6 variations) AUTO UP/DOWN (6 variations) RHYTHMIC NOTES (3 var[...]

29 Sample Practice Patterns Following, you will find a variety of basic practice patterns to use with the Rhythm Coach. Suggested tempos and settings for the RMP-5 will not only guide you, but challenge you to improve all aspects of your playing skills. We also recommend that you make your own variations by writing in ACCENTS, or changing the stick[...]

30 Sample Practice Patterns Make the following settings. PAD SOUND: Sn1 (Snare 1 Vintage) TEMPO: 120 CLICK SOUND: C01 RHYTHM: BEAT: 4 CLICK VOLUME: 10 TIME CHECK: E-4 * Practice until [GOOD] lights up in the display consistently. Change the tempo for further challenges. Make the following settings. TIME CHECK: E16 * Practice until [GOOD] lights up [...]

31 Sample Practice Patterns Make the following settings. TEMPO: 100 BEAT: 4 RHYTHMIC NOTES: r-9 These exercises are VERY important for developing control and timing sense. Practice them at various dynamic levels as well. * When “r-7” is selected for RHYTHMIC NOTES, the following seven patterns are repeated. * When “r-5” is selected for RHYT[...]

32 Sample Practice Patterns Make the following settings. TEMPO: 112 RHYTHM: BEAT: 4 TIME CHECK: E-8 QUIET COUNT: q-2 * Once you have mastered this, try starting with the left hand and also vary the tempo. Make the following settings. TEMPO: 140 RHYTHM: BEAT: 4 TIME CHECK: E16 QUIET COUNT: q31 Make the following settings. TEMPO: 100 RHYTHM: BEAT: 4 [...]

33 Sample Practice Patterns Make the following settings. TEMPO: 100 RHYTHM: BEAT: 4 TIME CHECK: E16 AUTO UP/DOWN: 8-5 * You can set the tempo’s upper limit by pressing “-” while the tempo is increasing. Make the following settings. TEMPO: 90 RHYTHM: BEAT: 4 TIME CHECK: E-8 AUTO UP/DOWN: SPd Make the following settings. PAD SOUND: tb1 (Timbale[...]

34 INDEX A AC Adaptor jack ..................................................................................... 6 ACCURACY SCORE .................................................................... 13 – 14 AUTO UP/DOWN ....................................................................... 13 , 15 B Battery ......................................[...]

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. BLUE: BROWN: As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is [...]

C5100040 1PR PAD SOUND Sn1 Snare 1 Vintage EH2 Elec. Hi-Hat Open tr2 Triangle Mute Sn2 Snare 2 Brass EH3 Elec. Hi-Hat Close/Open tr3 Triangle Mute/Open Sn3 Snare 3 Bright rd1 Ride Cymbal Bow Cb1 Cowbell Open Sn4 Snare 4 Funk rd2 Ride Cymbal Bow/Bell Cb2 Cowbell Mute Sn5 Snare 5 Piccolo SPL Splash Cb3 Cowbell Mute/Open Sn6 Snare 6 Marching t01 Tom H[...]