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RMP-5_e.book 1 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分
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 new unit, Owner’s manual
should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand
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RMP-5_e.book 2 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 USING THE UNIT SAFELY The symbol alerts the user to important instructions Used for instructions intended to alert or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is the user to the risk of death or severe determined by the design contained within the injury should the unit be used triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for improperly. general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. Used for inst
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RMP-5_e.book 3 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 015 110b • Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an • Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet. especially careful when using extension cords—the total ........................................................................................................................ power us
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RMP-5_e.book 4 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 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 Maintenance 301 401a • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being • For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter has been
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RMP-5_e.book 5 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY......................................................................2 IMPORTANT NOTES ...............................................................................4 Contents ..................................................................................................5 Panel Descriptions..................................................................................6 Getting Ready........................
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RMP-5_e.book 6 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Panel Descriptions fig.Panel 4 1 5 2 6 3 7 10 9 8 1. Mini speaker Side Panel fig.Side Only the metronome sound is played from here (not the sounds from the pad). 4 2 1 3 5 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] button
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RMP-5_e.book 7 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Getting Ready Loading the Battery fig.BattCase.e_50 Battery 1. Press down and slide off the lid of the battery Snap 9V 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 battery compartment lid. When to Change the Bat
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RMP-5_e.book 8 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Getting Ready Mounting the RMP-5 on the Stand (PDS-2: Sold Separately) 1. First, open the tripod so the legs are spaced at least 50 cm (20") apart. 50 cm (20") or greater 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. Washer * Do not forcefully try to turn the pad after t
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RMP-5_e.book 9 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Getting Ready Turning the Power On and Off 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 equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a f
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RMP-5_e.book 10 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice Changing the Sounds Assigned to the Pad 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. Sound List Displayed Sound Name Displayed Sound Name Displayed Sound Name Sn1 Snare 1 Vintage EH2 Elec. Hi-Hat Open tr2 Triangle Mute Sn2 Snare 2 Brass EH3 Elec. Hi-Hat Clos
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RMP-5_e.book 11 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice Using the Metronome The metronome alternately starts and stops each time you press the [START/STOP] button. Changing the Metronome Settings You can change the metronome tempo, beat, rhythm type, sound, and volume. Adjusting the settings while the 1. Press the [METRONOME] button a few times to select the desired parameter. metronome is on helps you The numbers shown at the left of the display indicate the parameters that a
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RMP-5_e.book 12 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice Using Tap Tempo to Set the Metronome 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 TAP icon You can change the tempo with the [+] or [-] button when 2. Strike the pad several times at the tempo of your choice. the TAP icon is showing in the The metronome’s tempo is set acco
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RMP-5_e.book 13 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice Using the Rhythm Coach Mode 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 The sound set with the programmable parameters, allowing you to adapt the functions to your specific needs. metronome is played (p. 11). Press the [COACH] button to switch to Rhythm Coach mode. In this mode, after you press
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RMP-5_e.book 14 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice TIME CHECK 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. Checks performance using relatively easier timing. (quarter note) (initial setting) Checks performance using mo
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RMP-5_e.book 15 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice QUIET COUNT 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 [+] or [-] button to select exercise variation. 1 measure cycle 2 measure
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RMP-5_e.book 16 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice RHYTHMIC NOTES 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 through intervals to 16th note, 16th-note triplets or septuplets,
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RMP-5_e.book 17 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice Advanced Use 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. “E” means EASY. “H” means HARD. 3. Begin practicing. By hearing the metronome sound as the do
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RMP-5_e.book 18 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Practice Setting the Timer 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 TIMER icon 2. Use the [+] or [-] button to select one of the timer options. : 1 minute– : 10 minutes : 15 minutes : 30 minutes
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RMP-5_e.book 19 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads Setup Examples 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. The RMP-5 must be set to the fig.setup following settings. CY-8 Input Mode (p. 20) RMP-5 Trigger Type (p. 21) (black) EXT1: EXT2: PCS-31L * The above are default factory KD-8 (sold separately) settings. (red) PDS-
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RMP-5_e.book 20 ページ ２００５年８月１１日 木曜日 午後２時４７分 Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads Connecting Other 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 When connecting a cymbal correspond to the pad you are using in order for it to function correctly. pad and kick pad, refer to P.19
