Roland Musical Instrument RMP 5 User Guide

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 as a  
convenient reference.  
Main Features  
54 high quality sounds, including 14 snare sounds.  
Mesh heads are quiet and provide natural feel and response.  
Enjoy practicing and monitor your progress.  
Thanks to battery-powered operation, you can practice anywhere.  
Easy-to-read, large LCD display.  
Metronome  
The metronome’s moving needle and built-in LEDs provide visual tempo indications.  
24 rhythm types and 24 different kinds of beats, including compound times.  
22 different patterns, including Samba Kick and Jazz Ride.  
Rhythm Coach Features  
TIME CHECK: Allows visual confirmation of timing accuracy in real time.  
STROKE BALANCE: Simultaneously checks playing dynamics and timing  
ACCURACY SCORE: Confirms timing accuracy with an actual “score.”  
QUIET COUNT: For developing perfect tempo  
AUTO UP/DOWN: For developing stamina and endurance  
RHYTHMIC NOTES: Progressive changes in rhythmic note values  
Expandability  
Connecting optional Kick and Cymbal triggers to the EXT TRIG input enables you to practice  
with a basic drum kit.  
MIX IN allows practice with an external audio source — (CD, MD, MP3 etc.)  
202  
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.  
 
015  
110b  
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 can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and  
eventually melt through.  
Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in  
your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.  
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111: Selection  
If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak and  
cause damage or injury. In the interest of safety, please  
read and observe the following precautions (p. 7).  
1
• Carefully follow the installation instructions for  
batteries, and make sure you observe the correct  
polarity.  
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016  
Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with  
your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an  
authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Infor-  
mation” page.  
3
5
• Remove the battery whenever it is to remain unused  
for an extended period of time.  
• If a battery has leaked, use a soft piece of cloth or  
paper towel to wipe all remnants of the discharge  
from the battery compartment. Then install new  
battery. To avoid inflammation of the skin, make  
sure that none of the battery discharge gets onto your  
hands or skin. Exercise the utmost caution so that  
none of the discharge gets near your eyes. Immedi-  
ately rinse the affected area with running water if  
any of the discharge has entered the eyes.  
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019  
Batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken apart,  
or thrown into fire or water.  
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6
• Never keep batteries together with metallic objects  
such as ballpoint pens, necklaces, hairpins, etc.  
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112  
101b  
Used batteries must be disposed of in compliance with  
whatever regulations for their safe disposal that may be  
observed in the region in which you live.  
The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their  
location or position does not interfere with their proper  
ventilation.  
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(Add)  
101c  
When using brushes, be sure to use nylon brushes.  
Using metal brushes will not only scratch the head, but  
can also be hazardous, since the tip of the brush may  
catch in the mesh of the net.  
This is for use only with Roland stand PDS-2. Use with  
other stands is capable of resulting in instability causing  
possible injury.  
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102d  
Always grasp only the output plug or the body of the  
AC adaptor when plugging into, or unplugging from,  
this unit or an outlet.  
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103b  
At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor  
and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and  
other accumulations away from its prongs. Also,  
disconnect the power plug from the power outlet  
whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended  
period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the  
power plug and the power outlet can result in poor  
insulation and lead to fire.  
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104  
Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming  
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed  
so they are out of the reach of children.  
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106  
Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the  
unit.  
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107d  
Never handle the AC adaptor body, or its output plugs,  
with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging  
from, an outlet or this unit.  
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108b  
Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and  
all cords coming from external devices.  
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109b  
Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug  
the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 7, p. 9).  
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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  
used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter  
(such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air  
conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in  
which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may  
cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it  
is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power  
supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.  
For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that  
has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt,  
use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. After-  
wards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.  
402  
Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to  
avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.  
302  
The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of  
consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.  
303a  
The use of an AC adaptor is recommended as the unit’s power  
Repairs and Data  
452  
Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be  
lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always  
be written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care  
is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as  
when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that  
it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no  
liability concerning such loss of data.  
consumption is relatively high. Should you prefer to use  
batteries, please use the alkaline type.  
304a  
When installing or replacing batteries, always turn off the power  
on this unit and disconnect any other devices you may have  
connected. This way, you can prevent malfunction and/or  
damage to speakers or other devices.  
Additional Precautions  
306b  
A battery is supplied with the unit. The life of this battery may be  
limited, however, since its primary purpose was to enable testing.  
307  
Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to  
551  
Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost  
as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To  
protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we  
recommend you to write it down.  
all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to  
speakers or other devices.  
552  
Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data  
that was stored in the unit’s memory once it has been lost. Roland  
Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.  
Placement  
553  
351  
Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons,  
Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment  
containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To  
alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move  
it farther away from the source of interference.  
sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and  
connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.  
554  
Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.  
352a  
This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do  
not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.  
352b  
Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such  
556  
When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector  
itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing  
shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.  
558a  
as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise  
could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while  
conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should  
relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance  
from this unit, or switch them off.  
To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume  
at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you  
do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially  
when it is late at night).  
558d  
354a  
This instrument is designed to minimize the extraneous sounds  
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices  
produced when it’s played. However, since sound vibrations can  
be transmitted through floors and walls to a greater degree than  
expected, take care not to allow these sounds to become a  
nuisance to neighbors, especially when performing at night and  
when using headphones.  
that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise  
subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or  
discolor the unit.  
355b  
When moved from one location to another where the temper-  
559a  
ature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (conden-  
sation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may  
result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore,  
before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several  
hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.  
When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box  
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you  
will need to use equivalent packaging materials.  
562  
Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some  
other make of connection cable, please note the following precau-  
tions.  
• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables  
that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use  
of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low,  
or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications,  
contact the manufacturer of the cable.  
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Sound List....................................................................................................................................... 10  
RHYTHMIC NOTES..................................................................................................................... 16  
Connecting a Cymbal Pad ........................................................................................................... 19  
Connecting Other Pads............................................................................................................................ 20  
Connecting the Pads ..................................................................................................................... 20  
Connecting Pads Capable of Playing Rim Shots ...................................................................... 22  
Parameter List................................................................................................................................ 23  
Appendices............................................................................................26  
Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity ................................................................................................................. 26  
Restoring the Factory Settings................................................................................................................ 26  
If an Error Message Appears .................................................................................................................. 26  
Replacing the Head.................................................................................................................................. 27  
Specifications............................................................................................................................................. 28  
Sample Practice Patterns.....................................................................29  
INDEX.....................................................................................................34  
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Panel Descriptions  
fig.Panel  
4
1
5
6
2
3
7
9
10  
8
1. Mini speaker  
Side Panel  
fig.Side  
Only the metronome sound is played from here (not the sounds  
from the pad).  
4
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  
1. MIX IN jack  
Starts and stops the metronome.  
For connecting an external audio source (CD, MD, etc.) for  
playing along.  
4. VOLUME knob  
Adjusts the sound level from the OUTPUT jack.  
Adjust the volume using the controls on the connected device.  
* The volume of the mini speaker is adjusted with CLICK VOLUME  
(p. 11).  
* Do not use a plug converter/adapter. Due to its weight, the plug may  
fall out of the jack during performance.  
926a  
5. [COACH] button  
* When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of  
equipment connected to this inputs may be low. If this happens, use  
connection cables that do not contain resistors, such as those from the  
Roland PCS series.  
Selects the Rhythm Coach mode.  
When this button is held down, the timer icon (  
display, and the RMP-5 switches to Timer mode (p. 18).  
) lights in the  
2. EXT TRIG IN jack  
6. VALUE [+]/[-] button  
Connect other pads here.  
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 [+].  
An optional PCS-31L cable allows you to use cymbal pads and  
kick trigger pads. For more detailed information, refer to “Using  
the RMP-5 with Additional Pads” (p. 19).  
7. BEAT indicator  
3. OUTPUT jack  
Flashes in quarter note timing.  
Red indicator flashes on accent beats.  
For headphones, amp, or audio system.  
* The RMP-5 outputs sounds in monaural.  
8. Head  
* Do not use a plug converter/adapter. Due to its weight, the plug may  
fall out of the jack during performance.  
9. Sensor  
10.Tuning bolts  
Adjusts the head tension.  
4. AC Adaptor jack  
Connect the AC adaptor (optional) here.  
5. POWER switch  
Turns the power on/off.  
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Getting Ready  
Loading the Battery  
fig.BattCase.e_50  
Battery  
Snap  
1. Press down and slide off the lid of the battery  
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 Battery  
The Battery LOW indicator (  
) at the lower right 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.  
*
We recommend replacement with alkaline batteries.  
Connecting the AC Adaptor  
A BOSS PSA series AC adaptor (sold separately) can be used to power the RMP-5.  
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-5 and  
must never be used.  
Adjusting the Head Tension  
fig.Bolt  
BEFORE playing the RMP-5, you must tune the head to your  
preferred playing tension. The head is NOT tuned before shipping.  
8
1
7
Always tighten the tuning bolts in the order shown in the figure.  
3
5
6
4
*
*
Failure to adjust the tension may result in damage to the head.  
Head tension may change with extended use. Make adjustments as needed.  
2
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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 the screw is already all  
the way in. Doing so may damage the stand’s screw.  
Wing screw  
Pad attachment  
screw size: M8  
4. Adjust the angle of the pad.  
Precautions When Folding the Tripod  
When folding the PDS-2’s tripod legs to store the unit, be cautious not to get your fingers pinched  
while handling the stand.  
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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 few seconds) after power up is required  
before the unit will operate normally.  
3. While striking the head, gradually turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume level.  
When Using with the Amp/Audio System  
921  
*
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-5.  
3. Turn on the connected amp or audio system, and adjust the volume to the desired level.  
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.  
About the Display  
fig.Display.e  
Time Check (p.13)  
Tempo/Value  
Rhythm Type  
Beat  
Metronome Needle  
Count  
Timer icon  
Indicates the timer’s elapsed time (p.18).  
Trigger Indicator  
Appears when the pad is struck.  
Tap icon  
Flashes when Tap Tempo is set (p.12).  
Battery LOW Indicator  
Flashes when the battery power drops.  
EXT1, EXT2 indicators  
Lights when the pad connected to the EXT TRIG IN jack is struck.  
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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  
Sn1  
Sn2  
Sn3  
Sn4  
Sn5  
Sn6  
Pbd  
ES1  
ES2  
K01  
K02  
K03  
EK1  
EK2  
HH1  
HH2  
HH3  
EH1  
Sound Name  
Snare 1 Vintage  
Snare 2 Brass  
Snare 3 Bright  
Snare 4 Funk  
Snare 5 Piccolo  
Snare 6 Marching  
Practice Board  
Elec. Snare 1  
Elec. Snare 2  
Kick 1 Rock  
Kick 2 Hard  
Kick 3 Jazz  
Elec. Kick 1  
Elec. Kick 2  
Hi-Hat Close  
Hi-Hat Open  
Hi-Hat Close/Open  
Elec. Hi-Hat Close  
Displayed  
EH2  
EH3  
rd1  
rd2  
SPL  
t01  
t02  
tb1  
tb2  
tb3  
Sd1  
Sd2  
Sd3  
CAI  
AG1  
AG2  
AG3  
tr1  
Sound Name  
Displayed  
tr2  
tr3  
Sound Name  
Triangle Mute  
Triangle Mute/Open  
Cowbell Open  
Cowbell Mute  
Cowbell Mute/Open  
Tambourine  
Shaker  
Wood Block Hi  
Wood Block Lo  
Elec. Hi-Hat Open  
Elec. Hi-Hat Close/Open  
Ride Cymbal Bow  
Ride Cymbal Bow/Bell  
Splash  
Tom Hi  
Tom Lo  
Timbale Hi  
Timbale Lo  
Timbale Paila  
Surdo Open  
Surdo Mute  
Surdo Mute/Open  
Caixa  
Agogo Hi  
Agogo Lo  
Agogo Lo/Hi  
Triangle Open  
Cb1  
Cb2  
Cb3  
tbr  
Sha  
bL1  
bL2  
bL3  
CLA  
CrS  
S6r  
Sh1  
Sh2  
Sh3  
Sh4  
Sh5  
*3  
*3  
*3  
*3  
*3  
Wood Block Lo/Hi  
Claves  
Snare Cross Stick  
Snare 6 Marching Rim  
Snare 1 head sound only  
Snare 2 head sound only  
Snare 3 head sound only  
Snare 4 head sound only  
Snare 5 head sound only  
*1  
*1  
*1  
*1  
*1  
*1  
*1  
*2  
*1 Sounds suitable for use when a rim-shot-capable pad is connected and used in combination with the RMP-5 (p. 22).  
*2 The “open” sound is easily produced by striking the pad with a stick and the “mute” sound is easily produced by striking with the  
palm of your hand.  
*3 Kick pad sounds. Use these sounds when you have a KD-8/85/120 connected to the RMP-5.  
This allows you to practice using both hands and your foot with the kick pad and RMP-5 (p. 19).  
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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  
metronome is on helps you  
monitor the resulting change.  
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.  
Parameter  
TEMPO  
Value  
20–300  
CLICK SOUND  
(Type of metro-  
nome sound)  
C01: Traditional Metronome  
C02: Simple Electric  
C03: Electric Beep  
C04: Cowbell  
C05: Claves  
C06: Sticks  
C09: Finger Snap  
C10: Hi-Hat Close  
C11: Hi-Hat Pedal  
C12: Ride Cymbal  
C13: Triangle  
C14: Agogo  
Hold down the  
[METRONOME] button and  
press the [-] button to have  
selections come up in the  
reverse order.  
C07: Voice Count  
C08: Hand Clap  
C15: Tambourine  
Ptn *  
* Selecting Ptn enables selection of patterns P01–P22 for the RHYTHM  
(Rhythm type) parameter. Using Ptn, you can easily select a metronome  
backing style for your workout.  
RHYTHM  
When C01–C15 is selected for CLICK SOUND:  
CLICK SOUND  
(Rhythm type)  
A beep tone is played when  
nothing is connected to the  
OUTPUT jack. You can select  
beep sound from 1–2.  
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
3-2 son clave (  
2-3 son clave (  
),  
),  
3-2 rumba clave (  
2-3 rumba clave (  
),  
)
When Ptn is selected for CLICK SOUND:  
P01: Triangle 16th *  
P02: Agogo 16th *  
P03: Drum Simple 8 Beat  
P04: Drum Simple 16 Beat  
P05: Drum Shuffle  
P12: Simple Surdo  
P13: Wood Block & Shaker  
P14: Agogo Triplet *  
P15: 2-3 Son Clave *  
P16: 3-2 Rumba Clave *  
P17: Hi-Hat Open Close 1  
P18: Hi-Hat Open Close 2  
P19: Hi-Hat Open Close 3  
P20: Hi-Hat Open Close 4  
P21: Hi-Hat Open Close 5  
P22: Rock Fill  
P06: Drum Disco  
P07: Jazz Legato Hi-Hat  
P08: Jazz Legato Ride  
P09: Jazz Count Hi-Hat  
P10: Samba Kick  
P11: Samba Surdo  
Patterns indicated with an asterisk (*) can be created with a combination  
of the CLICK SOUND and RHYTHM.  
BEAT  
0–9, 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  
CLICK VOLUME  
CLICK VOLUME 0 (Off)–15 (Max.)  
(Metronome  
volume)  
Adjusts the volume of the  
metronome sound that is heard  
when nothing is connected to  
the OUTPUT jack. You can  
select beep volume from 0–3.  
2. Press the [+] or [-] button to set the values for each parameter.  
3. Press the [START/STOP] button to turn the metronome on and off.  
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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  
You can change the tempo  
with the [+] or [-] button when  
the TAP icon is showing in the  
display.  
TAP icon  
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 press the [START/STOP] button, the metronome starts.  
4. When you decide that the tempo is correct, press the [METRONOME] button to set the  
value.  
The TAP icon disappears from the display.  
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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  
programmable parameters, allowing you to adapt the functions to your specific needs.  
Press the [COACH] button to switch to Rhythm Coach mode.  
The sound set with the  
metronome is played (p. 11).  
In this mode, after you press the [START/STOP] button to start the Rhythm Coach, your timing  
accuracy will always be indicated in the top of the display.  
fig.TimeCheck.e  
Dragging  
Perfect!  
Rushing  
1. Press the [COACH] button a few times to select the desired function.  
fig.coach  
button and press the [-] button  
to have selections come up in  
the reverse order.  
Parameter  
TIME CHECK  
Explanation  
Selecting Time Check mode  
Value  
Page  
p. 14  
,
,
,
,
,
,
,
ACCURACY SCORE  
QUIET COUNT  
Assigns a score indicating your  
timing accuracy  
p. 14  
p. 15  
,
,
,
Developing your internal timing  
sense  
,
,
,
,
,
AUTO UP/DOWN  
Tempo increase/decrease exer-  
cise  
p. 15  
,
,
,
,
,
RHYTHMIC NOTES  
STROKE BALANCE  
Learning rhythmic note values  
p. 16  
p. 16  
,
,
Checking the striking force  
(playing dynamics)  
,
2. Press the [+] or [-] button to select the exercise variation.  
3. Press the [START/STOP] button to begin/finish the exercise.  
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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 more exact timing. (quarter note)  
Checks performance using relatively easier timing. (8th-note)  
Checks performance using more exact timing. (8th-note)  
Checks performance using relatively easier timing. (16th-note)  
Checks performance using more exact timing. (16th-note)  
Checks performance using relatively easier timing. (16th-note triplets)  
Checks performance using more exact timing. (16th-note triplets)  
3. Press the [START/STOP] button to begin the exercise.  
4. When finished, press the [START/STOP] button again.  
*
Regardless of how the metronome sound is played, the rhythm is checked according to the note timing set  
here.  
*
To change the tempo during the exercise, press the [+] or [-] button.  
ACCURACY SCORE  
This mode will actually give you a “score” on your timing accuracy.  
The result is indicated in the display.  
1. Press the [COACH] button a few times to select “  
2. Press the [+] or [-] button to select exercise variation.  
Timing is checked over four measures. Then your score is displayed.  
.”  
(initial setting)  
Timing is checked over eight measures. Then your score is displayed.  
Timing is checked over sixteen measures. Then your score is displayed.  
Timing is checked over thirty-two measures. Then your score is displayed.  
3. Press the [START/STOP] button to begin the exercise.  
The Time Check function runs after a two-measure count-in.  
The score is indicated in percentage points.  
4. When finished, press the [START/STOP] button again.  
*
Regardless of how the metronome sound is played, the rhythm is checked in accordance with the Time Check  
settings.  
*
To change the tempo during the exercise, press the [+] or [-] button.  
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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 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 the [START/STOP] button to begin the exercise.  
4. When finished, press the [START/STOP] button again.  
*
To change the tempo during the exercise, press the [+] or [-] button.  
AUTO UP/DOWN  
AUTO UP/DOWN is designed to improve your playing stamina by increasing and then  
decreasing the metronome speed. The tempo will increase until it reaches the tempo you set. Then  
it will decrease until it reaches the starting tempo. This repeats until you press the [START/STOP]  
button.  
This helps you to discover the  
tempos that are challenging for  
you.  
1. Press the [COACH] button a few times to select “  
.”  
2. Press the [+] or [-] button to select exercise variation.  
The tempo will increase and/or decrease by 1 BPM on every beat.  
What is BPM?  
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.  
BPM is an abbreviation for  
“Beats Per Minute” (number of  
quarter-note beats in a one-  
minute period). Also means  
“tempo.”  
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, it begins at the tempo closest to  
one of the predetermined starting tempos.  
This is the Speed Check. With Speed Check, if you play correctly for eight measures,  
the RMP-5 will acknowledge this and advance 5 BPM faster.  
This continues until it reaches the metronome’s maximum tempo.  
The exercise begins after a two-measure count-in.  
* When you play the passage accurately, the indicator flashes four times in the  
display, and the tempo increases by 5 BPM.  
If you do not play accurately, the indicator flashes twice, and remains at the  
same tempo for another eight measures.  
3. Press the [START/STOP] button to begin the exercise.  
4. When finished, press the [START/STOP] button again.  
When Speed Check is selected,  
the timing of the notes being  
checked and the degree of  
difficulty are determined in  
accordance with the Time  
Check settings (p. 14).  
*
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: 300).  
*
When set to  
, the maximum value for the tempo is fixed at 300.  
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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, and then back down to half notes again.  
1. Press the [COACH] button a few times to select “  
.”  
2. Press the [+] or [-] button to select exercise variation.  
The “5” in r-5 refers to the  
number of changing rhythm  
types used.  
Start  
(initial setting)  
Start  
Start  
3. Press the [START/STOP] button to begin the exercise.  
4. When finished, press the [START/STOP] button again.  
*
To change the tempo during the exercise, press the [+] or [-] button.  
STROKE BALANCE  
This function checks the differences in playing dynamics between the right and left hands (or one  
hand).  
fig.StrokeBal.e  
Weaker  
Stronger  
1. Press the [COACH] button a few times to select “  
.”  
2. Press the [+] or [-] button to select exercise variation.  
The needle remains after striking. (initial setting)  
The needle disappears right after striking.  
3. Press the [START/STOP] button to turn the metronome on and off.  
*
*
To change the tempo during the exercise, press the [+] or [-] button.  
If you strike near the sensor, the needle shows “Stronger.”  
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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 downbeat, you can check the timing of  
.
fig.Score-Acc  
Metronome  
Performance  
Sixteenth-Note Offbeat Time Check  
Selecting “E-16 or “H-16” in TIME CHECK allows you to check the timing of sixteenth-notes.  
In this case, the timing of all of the sixteenth-notes is checked.  
You can also use the following method to check the timing of the offbeats in sixteenth-notes only  
(
).  
1. Set the metronome as shown below.  
RHYTHM: , BEAT: 0  
2. Select “E-8” or “H-8” in Time Check.  
3. Begin practicing.  
By hearing the metronome sound as the downbeat, you can check the timing of sixteenth-note off-  
beats.  
fig.Score-Acc  
Metronome  
Performance  
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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–  
: 15 minutes  
: 30 minutes  
: 60 minutes  
: 10 minutes  
3. Press the [START/STOP] button to start the timer.  
The timer icon flashes. A section of the fan shape will go off as each quarter of the set time elapses.  
4. Pressing the [METRONOME] button at this point switches the RMP-5 to Metronome mode,  
and pressing the [COACH] button to Rhythm Coach mode.  
Push the [START/STOP] button to begin.  
You can adjust the alarm  
volume in CLICK VOLUME.  
5. When the set time has run out, the alarm sounds, and the BEAT indicator flashes.  
*
If you stop the metronome in a screen other than the Timer screen, the timer continues to run. To stop the  
timer, switch to the Timer screen and then press [START/STOP].  
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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.  
Input Mode (p. 20)  
CY-8  
RMP-5  
Trigger Type (p. 21)  
EXT1:  
(black)  
EXT2:  
PCS-31L  
(sold separately)  
* The above are default factory  
settings.  
KD-8  
(red)  
PDS-2  
Connecting a Cymbal Pad  
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] button a number of times to select “  
[-] buttons to select the sound.  
” (PAD SOUND), and use the [+] or  
Use the L-shaped cable to  
connect the cymbal pad.  
Precautions When Mounting the CY-8 on PDS-2  
*
You can also use a normal cymbal stand  
Attach as follows.  
fig.CY-PDS_j.eps  
Cymbal pad edge shots and  
chokes cannot be played when  
both a cymbal pad and a kick  
trigger pad are connected to  
the External Trigger In jack.  
Wing screw included with PDS-2  
Felt washer included with CY-8  
Do not use the wing nut included  
with the CY-8 or the washer included  
with the PDS-2.  
Stopper included with CY-8  
CY-8  
PDS-2  
Connecting a Kick Trigger Pad  
If connecting rim-shot-capable  
pads such as the PD-85 or PD-  
8, refer to “Connecting Pads  
Capable of Playing Rim  
Shots” (p. 22).  
1. Connect the right (red) plug of the cable to the kick trigger pad’s output jack.  
When you strike the pad, “EXT2” lights up.  
*
Press the [METRONOME] button a number of times to select “  
[-] buttons to select the sound.  
” (PAD SOUND), and use the [+] or  
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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  
correspond to the pad you are using in order for it to function correctly.  
When connecting a cymbal  
pad and kick pad, refer to P.19.  
Connecting the Pads  
fig.pad2.e  
RMP-5 Side panel  
1. Connect compatible pads to  
the External Trigger In jack.  
If connecting rim shot capable  
pads like a PD-85, PD-125 etc.,  
refer to the next section,  
2. While simultaneously  
holding down the  
“Connecting Pads Capable  
of Playing Rim Shots” (p. 22).  
[METRONOME] and  
[COACH] buttons, turn on  
the power.  
PD-8  
The RMP-5 is now in the  
parameter setting mode.  
Optional cable  
(PCS-31L, PCS-31)  
3. Press the [+] or [-] button to  
PD-8  
KD-8  
switch the Input Mode to  
.
RMP-5 Side panel  
Optional cable  
(stereo or monaural)  
What is the Input Mode?  
Select whether or not to use rim-shot.  
When connecting two pads using the optional cable (PCS-31L or PCS-31), select  
;
when connecting one pad that is capable of playing rim shots, select  
.
The default setting for this is  
.
You cannot change the RMP-5  
pad’s trigger type. This is  
indicated as “---” in the  
display.  
4. Press the [COACH] button.  
Once  
appears in the display, you can select the Trigger Type.  
Press the [+] or [-] button to select one of the following to match the pad you have connected.  
Pad  
PD-8  
Type  
Pad  
Type  
KD-120, KD-85, KD-80, KD-7  
PD-9, PD-7, PD-6  
CY-8  
PD-85, PD-80R, PD-80  
CY-15R, CY-14C, CY-12R/C,  
CY-12H, CY-6  
PD-105, PD-100  
PD-125, PD-120  
KD-8  
RT-7K  
RT-5S  
RT-3T  
When you strike the pad, “EXT1” or “EXT2” flashes, indicating the pad being set.  
Confirm the selected pad and then set the trigger parameters.  
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Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads  
What is the trigger type?  
Trigger types are groups of parameters whose values are pre-adjusted for each type of  
pad. When you select the trigger type, these parameters are automatically set to the  
proper values, you can make fine adjustments to individual parameters for the pad if  
you want it to respond differently.  
For more detailed information  
about each parameter, refer to  
the “Parameter List” (p. 23).  
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 referring to “Changing the Sounds Assigned to the Pad” (p. 10), set the sound for the  
pad.  
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Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads  
Connecting Pads Capable of Playing Rim Shots  
fig.pad1.e  
1. Connect the compatible pad  
to the External Trigger In jack  
using ONLY a stereo cable.  
RMP-5 Side panel  
2. While simultaneously holding  
down the [METRONOME] and  
[COACH] buttons, turn on the  
power.  
The RMP-5 is now in the  
parameter setting mode.  
Optional cable (stereo)  
PD-85  
3. Press the [+] or [-] button to  
switch the Input Mode to  
.
4. Press the [COACH] button.  
Once  
appears in the display, you can select the Trigger Type.  
Press the [+] or [-] button to select one of the following to match the pad you have connected.  
Pad  
PD-8  
Type  
Pad  
PD-125, PD-120  
Type  
PD-9, PD-7  
CY-8  
PD-85, PD-80R  
CY-15R, CY-14C, CY-12R/C,  
CY-12H, CY-6  
RT-5S  
Input Mode (p. 20)  
Trigger Type (p. 21)  
PD-105  
5. If necessary, 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.  
*
For more detailed information about each parameter refer to the “Parameter List” (p. 23).  
6. Press the [START/STOP] button to return to the normal screen.  
7. To set the sound for the head, strike the pad head.  
The “EXT1” flashes.  
8. Select the sound assigned to the head.  
9. To set the rim sound, strike the pad’s rim.  
The “EXT2” flashes.  
10.Select the sound assigned to the rim.  
*
The following shows some recommended head and rim sound combinations (p. 10).  
Head  
Rim  
Sh1 Snare 1 head sound only  
Sh2 Snare 2 head sound only  
Sh3 Snare 3 head sound only  
Sh4 Snare 4 head sound only  
Sh5 Snare 5 head sound only  
Sn6 Snare 6 Marching  
Sn1 Snare 1 Vintage  
Sn2 Snare 2 Brass  
Sn3 Snare 3 Bright  
Sn4 Snare 4 Funk  
Sn5 Snare 5 Piccolo  
S6r Snare 6 March rim  
Head  
Rim  
Sh1 Snare 1 head sound only  
Sh2 Snare 2 head sound only  
Sh3 Snare 3 head sound only  
Sh4 Snare 4 head sound only  
Sh5 Snare 5 head sound only  
Sn6 Snare 6 Marching  
CrS Snare Cross Stick  
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Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads  
Parameter List  
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.  
Parameter  
Value  
Input Mode  
(displayed when turning on the power)  
p. 20  
p. 21  
Head x 2  
Head&Rim  
PD-8  
Trigger Type  
CY-8  
PD-9, PD-7, PD-6  
CY-15R, CY-14C, CY-12R/C,  
CY-12H, CY-6  
PD-85 PD-80R, PD-80  
,
RT-7K  
RT-5S  
RT-3T  
PD-105, PD-100  
PD-125, PD-120  
KD-8  
KD-120  
,
KD-85  
,
KD-80  
,
KD-7  
,
1–16  
0–15  
p. 23  
p. 23  
p. 23  
p. 24  
p. 24  
p. 24  
p. 25  
p. 25  
p. 25  
Sensitivity  
Threshold  
Velocity Curve  
Scan Time  
Retrigger Cancel  
Crosstalk Cancel  
Mask Time  
,
,
,
,
,
,
0–4.0 ms (adjustable in increments of 0.1 ms)  
1–16  
, 20–80 (adjustable in increments of 5)  
0–64 ms (adjustable in increments of 4 ms)  
Rim Sensitivity*  
Rim Gain  
, 1–20, ---  
0.5–20, ---  
Sensitivity  
Velocity Curve  
This adjustment determines the pad’s response. Higher values means  
higher sensitivity, and the pad will produce a loud sound even when  
played softly.  
This determines volume changes corresponding to your playing  
velocity.  
(Linear)  
*
When you strike the pad, your playing velocity is shown in the display.  
Set the value so that the needle appears at the far right when you strike  
the pad with maximum velocity.  
This is the normal setting and produces the most natural correspondence  
between playing dynamics and changes in volume.  
fig.05-11_80  
Volume  
fig.05-17_80  
Weaker  
Stronger  
Striking Force  
LINEAR  
,
(Exponential 1, Exponential 2)  
Compared to Linear, a wider volume change will occur for stronger  
Threshold  
hits.  
This setting allows the trigger signal to be received only if the pad is  
played harder than a specified dynamic. This can be used to prevent  
the pad from sounding due to extraneous vibrations from another pad.  
fig.05-12_80  
Volume  
Volume  
In the following example, B will sound but A and C will not sound.  
fig.05-10_80  
Threshold  
A
B
C
Striking Force  
EXPONENTIAL 1  
EXPONENTIAL 2  
,
(Log 1, Log 2)  
Compared to Linear, wider volume change will occur for softer hits.  
fig.05-13_80  
When set to a higher value, no sound is produced when the pad is  
struck lightly.  
Volume  
Volume  
Gradually raise the Threshold value while striking the pad. Check  
this and adjust accordingly. Repeat this process until you get the  
perfect setting for your playing style.  
Striking Force  
LOG1  
LOG2  
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Using the RMP-5 with Additional Pads  
(Spline)  
Retrigger Cancel  
Altered waveforms may cause inadvertent sounding at Point A in  
Variation in playing dynamics produces extreme changes.  
fig.05-14_80  
the following figure (This is called retrigger).  
fig.05-18_80  
Volume  
A
Time  
Striking Force  
SPLINE  
,
(Loud 1, Loud 2)  
This can occur at the decaying edge of the waveform. Retrigger Cancel  
detects such distortion and basically eliminates retriggering. Although  
setting this to a high value prevents retriggering, it then becomes easy  
for sounds to be omitted when playing fast (buzz roll etc.).  
Set this to the lowest value possible while still ensuring that there is  
no retriggering.  
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  
Volume  
Volume  
*
You can also eliminate this problem of retriggering with the Mask Time  
setting. Mask Time does not detect trigger signals if they occur within  
the specified amount of time after the previous trigger signal was  
received. Retrigger Cancel detects the attenuation of the trigger signal  
level, and triggers the sound after internally determining which trigger  
signals were actually generated when the head was struck, while  
weeding out the other false trigger signals that need not trigger a sound.  
Striking Force  
LOUD1  
LOUD2  
Scan Time  
Since the rise time of the trigger signal waveform may differ slightly  
depending on the characteristics of each pad or acoustic drum  
trigger (drum pickup), you may notice that identical hits (velocity)  
produce sound at different volumes.  
If this occurs, you can adjust the Scan Time so that your playing  
velocity can be detected more precisely.  
Making the settings  
While repeatedly striking the pad, raise the Retrigger Cancel  
value until retriggering no longer occurs.  
As the value is set higher, the time it takes for the sound to be played  
Crosstalk Cancel  
increases. Set this to as low a value as you can.  
When two pads are mounted on the same stand, vibrations from one  
pad may trigger the sound from the second pad unintentionally  
(This is called crosstalk.)  
fig.05-16_80  
Scan Time  
To avoid this, adjust the Crosstalk Cancel on the pad that is  
sounding inadvertently.  
Time  
If the value is set too high, then when two pads are played  
simultaneously, the one that is struck less forcefully will not sound.  
Be careful and set this parameter to the minimum value required to  
prevent such crosstalk. With a setting of “OFF,” crosstalk prevention  
does not function.  
Making the settings  
While repeatedly hitting the pad at a constant strength,  
gradually raise the Scan Time value from 0 msec, until the  
resulting volume stabilizes at the loudest level. At this setting,  
try both soft and loud strikes, and make sure that the volume  
changes appropriately.  
*
You can also prevent crosstalk between two pads by increasing the  
distance between the pads or by raising the Threshold value.  
You cannot prevent crosstalk from pads connected to another drum module.  
Increase the distance between such pads, or raise the Threshold.  
*
*
When you strike the pad, the strength with which the pad is struck  
(velocity) is shown in the display.  
Making the settings  
If you hit the pad connected to the EXT1, and the pad connected  
to the EXT2 also sounds, then raise the Crosstalk Cancel value  
from “OFF” for the pad connected to EXT2 while striking the  
pad connected to EXT1 until crosstalk no longer occurs.  
Set the value so that the needle appears at the far right when you strike  
the pad with maximum velocity.  
fig.05-17_80  
Weaker  
Stronger  
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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 prevent such problems. Once a pad has  
been hit, additional trigger signals occurring within the specified  
Mask Time (0–64 msec) will be ignored.  
If set to a high value, then sounds may be omitted when you  
intentionally play a very fast phrase (like with a double bass drum  
pedal). Set this to as low a value as possible.  
fig.05-19  
Mask Time  
Time  
Sound not produced  
*
If two or more sounds are being produced when you strike the pad just  
once, then adjust Retrigger Cancel.  
Rim Sensitivity  
When using a pad capable of playing rim shots, you can adjust the  
Rim Sensitivity.  
Setting this to a higher value makes it easier to trigger the sound  
assigned to the rim. If set to “OFF,” striking the rim will produce the  
sound assigned to the head. If the value is set too high, then striking  
the head, may also trigger the sound assigned to the rim.  
*
This setting can be made only with the following Trigger Type (p. 21)  
settings selected (refer to Rim Gain).  
Rim Gain  
This adjusts the relation between playing velocity on the rim/edge  
and the resulting volume level.  
*
This setting adjusts only the rim. Adjust the balance between velocity  
and volume for the overall pad with the “Sensitivity” setting (p. 23).  
This setting can be made only with the following Trigger Type (p. 21)  
settings selected.  
*
Trigger Type Rim Sensitivity  
Rim Gain  
*
This can be adjusted only when the Input Mode is set to  
.
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Appendices  
Adjusting the Pad Sensitivity  
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 sensitivity. (initial setting: 6)  
Setting this to a higher value makes the sensitivity higher.  
4. When finished, press the [START/STOP] button.  
The setting is stored, and then the RMP-5 returns to the normal screen.  
Restoring the Factory Settings  
This restores the RMP-5 to the original factory settings.  
1. Hold down the [START/STOP] button and turn on the power.  
The display shows “  
.”  
2. Press the [START/STOP] button again and keep pressing to restore the factory settings.  
All settings are returned to the default factory settings.  
When the procedure is finished, the RMP-5 returns to the normal screen.  
The RMP-5’s head is set at the factory with the following values.  
(Sensitivity):  
(Threshold):  
5
2
(Velocity Curve):  
(Scan Time):  
(Retrigger Cancel):  
(Crosstalk Cancel):  
(Mask Time):  
Lnr  
16  
3
off  
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If an Error Message Appears  
This section lists the different error messages that may appear, along with their meanings and  
measures to resolve the problems described.  
Display  
Meaning  
Action  
Data in the RMP-5’s memory may be  
corrupted.  
” appears when the [METRONOME]  
button is pressed. Press the [METRONOME]  
button once again and keep pressing to exe-  
cute the Factory Reset. Only the settings for  
the corrupted portion are subject to Factory  
Reset (doing so will erase any changes you  
have made).  
If this does not resolve the problem, consult  
your Roland dealer or nearest Roland Service  
Center.  
A problem has occurred with the in-  
ternal system.  
Consult your Roland dealer or nearest Ro-  
land Service Center.  
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Appendices  
Replacing the Head  
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.  
The MH-8 Mesh Head is not  
compatible and cannot be  
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” (p. 7).  
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Appendices  
Specifications  
RMP-5: Rhythm Coach  
Weight  
1.3 kg / 2 lbs 14 oz (including a battery)  
Pad Size  
8 inches  
Accessories  
Dry Battery 6LR61/1604A (9 V) type (alkaline)  
Pad Sounds  
54 types  
Tuning Key  
Owner’s Manual  
Tempo  
20–300  
Options  
AC Adaptor: BOSS PSA series  
Click Sounds  
15 types  
Pad Stand: PDS-2  
Pad Cable: PCS-31L  
Rhythm Types  
24 types  
Pads (PD-8, PD-85BK/WT, PD-105BK/WT, PD-125BK/WT)  
Cymbals (CY-8, CY-12R/C, CY-14C, CY-15R)  
Kick Triggers (KD-8, KD-7, KD-85BK/WT, KD-120BK/WT)  
Drum Triggers (RT-3T, RT-5S, RT-7K)  
Patterns  
22 types  
Beat  
24 types  
Rhythm Coach functions  
TIME CHECK (8 variations)  
962a  
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or  
ACCURACY SCORE (4 variations)  
QUIET COUNT (6 variations)  
appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.  
AUTO UP/DOWN (6 variations)  
RHYTHMIC NOTES (3 variations)  
STROKE BALANCE (2 variations)  
Connectors  
PHONES/OUTPUT Jack: 1 (Stereo miniature phone type)  
AC Adaptor Jack  
MIX IN Jack: 1 (Miniature phone type)  
EXT TRIG IN Jack: 1 (Dual)  
* Using the PCS-31L, you can connect two pads. In that case, the rim  
shot, edge shot, and choking features are unavailable.  
Power Supply  
DC 9 V: Dry Battery 6LR61/1604A (9 V) type (alkaline)  
AC Adaptor  
Current Draw  
80 mA  
961  
* Expected battery life under continuous use:  
Carbon: 1 hour  
Alkaline: 4 hours  
These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.  
* We recommend replacement with alkaline batteries.  
* The batteries included with the RMP-5 are intended to provide  
confirmation that the unit functions properly.  
Battery life may be shorter than that indicated above.  
Stand Screw Size  
M8  
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  
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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 sticking patterns.  
If you are working with a drum teacher, he or she can also help you get  
more out of the RMP-5’s Rhythm Coach functions.  
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Sample Practice Patterns  
Exercise 1 (TIME CHECK — Quarter Notes)  
Make the following settings.  
PAD SOUND:  
TEMPO:  
Sn1 (Snare 1 Vintage)  
120  
When TIME CHECK is set to “H-4,”  
the timing is strictly checked.  
If set to “E-4” it’s a little easier.  
Remember, “H” means hard, and “E”  
means easy.  
CLICK SOUND:  
C01  
RHYTHM:  
BEAT:  
4
CLICK VOLUME:  
TIME CHECK:  
10  
E-4  
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Practice until [GOOD] lights up in the display consistently.  
Change the tempo for further challenges.  
Exercise 2 (TIME CHECK — 16th Note)  
Make the following settings.  
TIME CHECK:  
E16  
RLRLRLRLRLRLRLRL RLRLRLRLRLRLRLRL  
*
Practice until [GOOD] lights up in the display consistently.  
Change the tempo for further challenges.  
Exercise 3 (TIME CHECK — Triplets)  
Make the following settings.  
TIME CHECK:  
E-3  
RLRLRLRLRLRL RLRLRLRLRLRL  
*
Practice until [GOOD] lights up in the display consistently.  
Change the tempo for further challenges.  
Exercise 4 (STROKE BALANCE)  
Make the following settings.  
TEMPO:  
120  
RHYTHM:  
Remember that the Time Check  
function is always operating.  
BEAT:  
4
TIME CHECK:  
E-8  
STROKE BALANCE: HLd  
R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L  
*
Work hard to get equal dynamics with both your hands.  
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Sample Practice Patterns  
Exercise 5 (RHYTHMIC NOTES)  
Make the following settings.  
TEMPO:  
BEAT:  
100  
4
RHYTHMIC NOTES: r-9  
These exercises are VERY important for developing control and timing sense.  
Practice them at various dynamic levels as well.  
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R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L  
R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L  
R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L  
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When “r-7” is selected for RHYTHMIC NOTES, the following seven patterns are repeated.  
When “r-5” is selected for RHYTHMIC NOTES, the following five patterns are repeated.  
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Sample Practice Patterns  
Exercise 6 (QUIET COUNT — q-2)  
Make the following settings.  
TEMPO:  
112  
RHYTHM:  
BEAT:  
4
TIME CHECK:  
QUIET COUNT:  
E-8  
q-2  
Metronome  
Performance  
R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L  
( L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R )  
*
Once you have mastered this, try starting with the left hand and also vary the tempo.  
Exercise 7 (QUIET COUNT — q31)  
Make the following settings.  
TEMPO:  
140  
RHYTHM:  
BEAT:  
4
TIME CHECK:  
QUIET COUNT:  
E16  
q31  
Metronome  
Performance  
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Exercise 8 (AUTO UP/DOWN — b-2)  
Make the following settings.  
TEMPO:  
100  
RHYTHM:  
BEAT:  
4
TIME CHECK:  
H-4  
AUTO UP/DOWN: b-2  
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(Single Paradiddle)  
RLRRLRL LRLRRLRL L RLRRLRL LRLRRLRL L  
*
You can set the tempo’s upper limit by pressing “-” while the tempo is increasing.  
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Sample Practice Patterns  
Exercise 9 (AUTO UP/DOWN — 8-5)  
Make the following settings.  
TEMPO:  
100  
RHYTHM:  
BEAT:  
4
TIME CHECK:  
E16  
AUTO UP/DOWN: 8-5  
(Double Stroke)  
RRL LRRL LRRL LRRL L RRL LRRL LRRL LRRL L  
*
You can set the tempo’s upper limit by pressing “-” while the tempo is increasing.  
Exercise 10 (AUTO UP/DOWN — SPd)  
Make the following settings.  
TEMPO:  
90  
RHYTHM:  
BEAT:  
4
TIME CHECK:  
E-8  
AUTO UP/DOWN: SPd  
R L R L R R L L R L R L R R L L  
Exercise 11 (Practicing in Time with Patterns)  
Make the following settings.  
PAD SOUND:  
TEMPO:  
tb1 (Timbale Hi)  
110  
CLICK SOUND:  
RHYTHM:  
Ptn  
P10 (Samba Kick)  
BEAT:  
4
CLICK VOLUME:  
TIME CHECK:  
12  
E16  
> > >  
> > > >  
> > >  
> > > >  
RLRLRLRLRLRLRLRL RLRLRLRLRLRLRLRL  
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INDEX  
A
Q
AC Adaptor jack ..................................................................................... 6  
ACCURACY SCORE .................................................................... 1314  
AUTO UP/DOWN ....................................................................... 13, 15  
R
Restoring  
B
Battery ...................................................................................................... 7  
Battery LOW indicator .......................................................................... 7  
BEAT  
Rhythm coach mode ............................................................................ 13  
RHYTHMIC NOTES ..................................................................... 13, 16  
Rim gain ................................................................................................. 25  
RIM SENSITIVITY ............................................................................... 25  
Indicator ........................................................................................... 6  
Metronome ..................................................................................... 11  
C
CLICK SOUND ..................................................................................... 11  
CLICK VOLUME ................................................................................. 11  
COACH button ....................................................................................... 6  
Connecting  
S
Scan Time ....................................................................................... 24, 26  
Cymbal pad .................................................................................... 19  
Kick trigger pad ............................................................................. 19  
Other pads ...................................................................................... 20  
Pads capable of playing rim shots .............................................. 22  
Crosstalk cancel ............................................................................. 24, 26  
Sound list ............................................................................................... 10  
START/STOP button ............................................................................. 6  
STROKE BALANCE ..................................................................... 13, 16  
D
Display ..................................................................................................... 9  
T
E
Error messages ...................................................................................... 26  
EXT TRIG IN jack ................................................................................... 6  
TIME CHECK ................................................................................ 1314  
Time Check  
H
Head ......................................................................................................... 6  
Sixteenth Triplet Offbeat .............................................................. 17  
Triplet .............................................................................................. 17  
Timer ...................................................................................................... 18  
Replacing ........................................................................................ 27  
Tension .............................................................................................. 7  
I
Input mode ............................................................................................ 20  
M
V
Mask time ....................................................................................... 2526  
Metronome ............................................................................................ 11  
METRONOME button ........................................................................... 6  
Mini speaker ............................................................................................ 6  
MIX IN jack ............................................................................................. 6  
VOLUME ............................................................................................... 11  
VOLUME knob ....................................................................................... 6  
O
OUTPUT jack .......................................................................................... 6  
P
Pad  
Sensitivity ....................................................................................... 26  
PAD SOUND ........................................................................................ 10  
Parameter list ........................................................................................ 23  
Power ....................................................................................................... 9  
POWER switch ....................................................................................... 6  
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For the U.K.  
IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.  
BLUE:  
NEUTRAL  
BROWN: LIVE  
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 marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.  
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.  
Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.  
For EU Countries  
This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.  
For the USA  
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION  
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.  
This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.  
For Canada  
NOTICE  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
AVIS  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.  
 
PAD SOUND  
Sn1  
Sn2  
Sn3  
Sn4  
Sn5  
Snare 1 Vintage  
Snare 2 Brass  
Snare 3 Bright  
Snare 4 Funk  
Snare 5 Piccolo  
Snare 6 Marching  
Practice Board  
Elec. Snare 1  
Elec. Snare 2  
Kick 1 Rock  
Kick 2 Hard  
Kick 3 Jazz  
Elec. Kick 1  
Elec. Kick 2  
Hi-Hat Close  
Hi-Hat Open  
Hi-Hat Close/Open  
Elec. Hi-Hat Close  
EH2  
EH3  
rd1  
rd2  
SPL  
t01  
t02  
tb1  
tb2  
tb3  
Sd1  
Sd2  
Sd3  
CAI  
AG1  
AG2  
AG3  
tr1  
Elec. Hi-Hat Open  
Elec. Hi-Hat Close/Open  
Ride Cymbal Bow  
Ride Cymbal Bow/Bell  
Splash  
Tom Hi  
Tom Lo  
Timbale Hi  
Timbale Lo  
Timbale Paila  
Surdo Open  
Surdo Mute  
Surdo Mute/Open  
Caixa  
Agogo Hi  
Agogo Lo  
Agogo Lo/Hi  
Triangle Open  
tr2  
tr3  
Cb1  
Cb2  
Cb3  
tbr  
Sha  
bL1  
bL2  
bL3  
CLA  
CrS  
S6r  
Sh1  
Sh2  
Sh3  
Sh4  
Sh5  
Triangle Mute  
Triangle Mute/Open  
Cowbell Open  
Cowbell Mute  
Cowbell Mute/Open  
Tambourine  
Shaker  
Wood Block Hi  
Wood Block Lo  
Wood Block Lo/Hi  
Claves  
Snare Cross Stick  
Snare 6 Marching Rim  
Snare 1 head sound only  
Snare 2 head sound only  
Snare 3 head sound only  
Snare 4 head sound only  
Snare 5 head sound only  
Sn6  
Pbd  
ES1  
ES2  
K01  
K02  
K03  
EK1  
EK2  
HH1  
HH2  
HH3  
EH1  
CLICK SOUND  
C01  
C02  
C03  
C04  
C05  
C06  
C07  
C08  
C09  
C10  
Traditional Metronome  
C11  
Hi-Hat Pedal  
Ride Cymbal  
Triangle  
Agogo  
Tambourine  
Simple Electric  
Electric Beep  
Cowbell  
Claves  
Sticks  
Voice Count  
Hand Clap  
Finger Snap  
Hi-Hat Close  
C12  
C13  
C14  
C15  
Ptn  
RHYTHM (Pattern)  
P01  
P02  
P03  
P04  
P05  
P06  
P07  
P08  
P09  
P10  
Triangle 16th  
Agogo 16th  
Drum Simple 8 Beat  
Drum Simple 16 Beat  
Drum Shuffle  
P11  
Samba Surdo  
Simple Surdo  
Wood Block & Shaker  
Agogo Triplet  
2-3 Son Clave  
3-2 Rumba Clave  
Hi-Hat Open Close 1  
Hi-Hat Open Close 2  
Hi-Hat Open Close 3  
Hi-Hat Open Close 4  
P21  
P22  
Hi-Hat Open Close 5  
Rock Fill  
P12  
P13  
P14  
P15  
P16  
P17  
P18  
P19  
P20  
Drum Disco  
Jazz Legato Hi-Hat  
Jazz Legato Ride  
Jazz Count Hi-Hat  
Samba Kick  
C5100040  
1PR  
 

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