Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland RMP-3. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (on another leaflet). 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 as a convenient reference. As shipped, the RMP-3's battery is not installed. Please read "Preparations--Loading the Battery" and follow the instructions to install the battery. Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. Panel Description fig.Panel 1 4 2 3 7 5 6 8 1. Mini Speaker For the metronome's beep sound only. If the OUTPUT jack is being used, no sound is output. 2. [METRONOME] Button Selects the metronome parameter. 3. [START/STOP] Button Starts and stops the metronome. 4. PHONES VOLUME Knob Adjusts the OUTPUT jack's volume. * The volume of the mini speaker is adjusted with CLICK VOLUME. 9 10 6. VALUE [+]/[-] Button Use these buttons to change the values of each parameter. To increase the value rapidly, hold down [+] and press [-]. To decrease the value rapidly, hold down [-] and press [+]. 7. BEAT Indicator Flashes along quarter notes. Red indicator flashes on accent beats. 8. Head 9. Sensor 10.Tuning Bolts Adjusts the head tension. 5. [COACH] Button Selects the Coach mode. ­1­ C5100025 1RCC Side Panel fig.Side 1 2 3 4 5 2. MIX IN Jack For connecting an external audio source (CD, MD, etc.) for playing along. 3. OUTPUT Jack For headphones, amp, or audio system. * The RMP-3 outputs sounds in monaural. 4. AC Adaptor Jack Connect the AC adaptor (optional) here. 5. POWER Switch Turns the power on/off. 1. Security Slot ( ) http://www.kensington.com/ Preparations Loading the Battery 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 battery compartment lid. 9V Battery Battery Snap When to Change the Battery The Battery LOW indicator ( ) at the lower left of the display begins to flash when the battery power drops. Insufficient battery power lowers the volume level of the mini speaker and causes unstable operation. Replace the battery as soon as possible. Connecting the AC Adaptor A BOSS PSA series AC adaptor (sold separately) can be used to power the RMP-3. Turn off the power before connecting the AC adaptor. Use only the BOSS PSA-series AC adaptor. Other adaptors may cause malfunction or damage to the RMP-3 and must never be used. The Battery LOW indicator ( adaptor is used. ) flashes when the battery power drops while the AC Adjusting the Head Tension fig.Bolt BEFORE playing the RMP-3, you must tune the head to your preferred playing tension. The head is NOT tuned before shipping. Always tighten the tuning bolts in the order shown in the figure. * Failure to adjust the tension may result in damage to the head. * Head tension may change with extended use. Make adjustments as needed. 8 3 5 2 1 6 4 7 ­2­ About the Display fig.Display.e Count Tempo/Value Rhythm Type Beat Battery LOW Indicator Flashes when the battery power drops. Metronome Needle Trigger Indicator Appears when the head is struck. Replacing the Head If the head has been damaged or no longer maintains correct tension, replace it. To order replacement heads (RMP-3 Mesh Head), contact the retailer from whom you purchased the unit or the nearest Roland Service Center. The MH-8 Mesh Head is not compatible and cannot be used. Replacing the Head When replacing or tuning, use the included tuning key. fig.HeadChange 1. Remove all tuning bolts. Gradually loosen each one in order, turning them counterclockwise. * Do not lose the tuning bolts. 2. Open the case, and then remove the old head. 3. Place the new head in the case. 4. Securely close the case. 5. Attach all eight tuning bolts. 6. Adjust the tension of the head. Refer to "Adjusting the Head Tension." Specifications Pad Size 8 inches Power Supply DC 9 V: Dry Battery 6F22/1604 (9 V) type (carbon) Dry Battery 6LR61/1604A (9 V) type (alkaline) AC Adaptor Weight 1.2 kg / 2 lbs 11 oz (including a battery) Tempo 20­260 Accessories Dry Battery 6F22/1604 (9 V) type (carbon) Tuning Key Owner's Manual Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES") Beat 24 types Rhythm Types 18 types Current Draw * 55 mA Expected battery life under continuous use: Carbon: 2 hours Alkaline: 6 hours These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. M8 Metronome Sounds 5 Options AC Adaptor: BOSS PSA series Pad Stand: PDS-2 * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. Coach Mode Functions: 5 Exercise Variations: 20 Stand Screw Size Dimensions 263 (W) x 348 (D) x 78 (H) mm 10-3/8 (W) x 13-3/4 (D) x 3-1/8 (H) inches Connectors PHONES/OUTPUT Jack: 1 (Stereo miniature phone type) MIX IN Jack: 1 (Miniature phone type) AC Adaptor Jack ­3­ Turning the Power On and Off * Turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. 1. Turn the PHONES VOLUME knob to the minimum level (completely to the left). 2. Turn on the POWER switch. * This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally. 3. While striking the head, gradually turn the PHONES VOLUME knob to adjust the volume level. When Using with the Amp/Audio System * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. 1. Turn down the volume control on each of the devices in your system. 2. Turn on the power of the RMP-3. 3. Turn on the connected amp or audio system, and adjust the volume to the desired level. When using with an audio system, the PHONES VOLUME level should not be greater than the middle position (12 o'clock). When Turning Off the Power Before switching off the power, lower the volume on each of the devices in your system and then turn off the devices in the reverse order to which they were switched on. Using the Metronome 1. Press [METRONOME] to display at the left of the display. 2. Press [METRONOME] a few times to select the desired parameter. Parameter TEMPO BEAT RHYTHM , , , 3-2 son clave ( 2-3 son clave ( 3-2 rumba clave ( 2-3 rumba clave ( 0 (Off)­3 (Max.) 1 (Higher tone)­5 (Lower tone) , , , , , , , , ), ), ), ) Metronome volume Type of metronome sound , , , Value 20­260 0­9, 2+3, 3+2, 3+4, 4+3, 4+5, 5+4, 5+6, 6+5, 6+7, 7+6, 7+8, 8+7, 8+9, 9+8 Description Tempo Time signature Rhythm type CLICK VOLUME CLICK SOUND Hold down [METRONOME] and press [-] to have selections come up in the reverse order. 3. Press [+] or [-] to set the values for each parameter. 4. Press [START/STOP] to turn the metronome on and off. ­4­ COACH Mode The RMP-3's Coach mode is a unique set of exercises specifically designed to help build speed, accuracy, stamina, and better timing skills. The Coach modes have programmable parameters, allowing you to adapt the functions to your specific needs. 1. Press [COACH] to display at the right of the display. 2. Press [COACH] a few times to select the desired function. TIME CHECK QUIET COUNT AUTO UP/DOWN RHYTHMIC NOTES STROKE BALANCE Correctly playing in time with the beat Developing internal timing sense Tempo increase/decrease exercise Learning rhythmic note values Checking the striking force (playing dynamics) Hold down [COACH] and press [-] to have selections come up in the reverse order. 3. Press [+] or [-] to select the exercise variation. 4. Press [START/STOP] to begin/finish the exercise. TIME CHECK TIME CHECK is a function designed to develop good timing skills through visual use of the display. As you play along with the metronome, your performance is measured against the timing of the click, and the result is displayed. The chart below explains what the display indicates. fig.TimeCheck.e Dragging Perfect! Rushing 1. Press [COACH] a few times until is displayed at "TIME CHECK." 2. Press [+] or [-] to select exercise variation. Checks performance using relatively easier timing. (initial setting) Checks performance using more exact timing. with the point score with the point score Point Score: After a two measure count-in, your performance for 8 measures is checked. Then the percentage of correct timing will be displayed. 3. Press [START/STOP] to begin the exercise. 4. When finished, press [START/STOP] again. * Your performance is measured against the quarter note regardless of RHYTHM type of the metronome. * To change the tempo during the exercise, press [+] or [-]. Exercise Example fig.Score-TC (a) RLRL (b) L L ­5­ QUIET COUNT QUIET COUNT is a function designed to develop your internal tempo "clock." The click plays at a fixed volume level for a cycle of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, or 8 measures, and then plays the equal amount or 1 or 2 measures (see below) at a barely audible level. The cycle repeats until you press [START/STOP]. 1. Press [COACH] a few times until is displayed at "QUIET COUNT." 2. Press [+] or [-] to select exercise variation. 1 measure cycle 2 measure cycle 4 measure cycle (initial setting) 8 measure cycle 3 (with) plus 1 (quiet) measure cycle 6 (with) plus 2 (quiet) measure cycle 3. Press [START/STOP] to begin the exercise. 4. When finished, press [START/STOP] again. * To change the tempo during the exercise, press [+] or [-]. Exercise Example (Exercise Variation: fig.Score-QC.e ) Metronome Performance RLRLRLRL RLRLRLRL R L R L R L R L RLRLRLRLRLRLRLRL AUTO UP/DOWN AUTO UP/DOWN is designed to improve playing stamina by increasing and then decreasing the metronome speed. The metronome's tempo will increase until it reaches the maximum tempo. (See below.) Then the metronome's tempo will decrease until it reaches the starting tempo. This will repeat until you press [START/STOP]. 1. Press [COACH] a few times until is displayed at "AUTO UP/DOWN." 2. Press [+] or [-] to select exercise variation. The tempo will increase and/or decrease by 1 BPM on every beat. The tempo will increase and/or decrease by 1 BPM every two beats. (initial setting) The tempo will increase and/or decrease by 2 BPM every eight measures. The tempo will increase and/or decrease by 5 BPM every eight measures. The tempo will increase and/or decrease every eight measures. The amount by which the tempo changes also increases as the tempo continues to increase. * When the tempo of the metronome is changed, practice begins at the tempo closest to one of starting tempos in the predetermined stepped settings. 3. Press [START/STOP] to begin the exercise. 4. When finished, press [START/STOP] again. * After starting the click, you can set the desired maximum tempo by pressing [-] when it reaches the desired tempo. To clear the maximum tempo, press [+] (initial value: 260). This allows you to determine the tempos that are difficult for you. ­6­ 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 triplets, and then back down to half notes again. 1. Press [COACH] a few times until is displayed at "RHYTHMIC NOTES." 2. Press [+] or [-] to select exercise variation. Start (initial setting) Start Start 3. Press [START/STOP] to begin the exercise. 4. When finished, press [START/STOP] again. * To change the tempo during the exercise, press [+] or [-]. STROKE BALANCE This function checks the striking force differences between the right and left hands (or one hand). fig.StrokeBal.e Weaker Stronger 1. Press [COACH] a few times until is displayed at "STROKE BALANCE." 2. Press [+] or [-] to select exercise variation. The needle disappears right after striking. (initial setting) The needle remains after striking. 3. Press [START/STOP] to turn the metronome on and off. * To change the tempo during the exercise, press [+] or [-]. * If you strike near the sensor, the needle shows "Stronger." Exercise Example (Double Stroke Roll) fig.Score-SB RR L L RR L L RR L L RR L L RR L L RR ...