Roland MMP-2 owner manual

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Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

*Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power- cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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• Do not open or perform any internal modifi- cations on the unit.

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Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an

authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are

Humid; or are

Exposed to rain; or are

Dusty; or are

Subject to high levels of vibration.

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Make sure you always have the unit placed

so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

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• The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the unit.

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• Use only the attached power-supply cord.

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Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed

elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high

volume level, or at a level that is uncom- fortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiol- ogist.

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Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind

(water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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Contents Copyright 2002 Roland Corporation Page Using the Unit Safely Contents Settings for Digital Connections Maintenance Power SupplyPlacement Additional PrecautionsHandling CD-ROMs CopyrightChecking the Included Items Main FeaturesGetting Started Top and Rear Panels Top PanelRear Panel Equalizer Function Organization and Signal FlowPad Sens DynamicsConnecting the Power Source Set Up and Basic OperationsGetting Ready to Switch on the Power Making the ConnectionsConnecting the Input Device Setting the Output LevelTurning On the Power Connecting the Output EquipmentPatches Adjusting the Contrast of the LCD Screen LcdcntGlobal Functions Save pressing Enter buttonSaving a Patch Store Patch Resetting Effect Parameters ResetPatch Selection Select Input MetersEdit Channel Select Edit CH Select Dynamics CMP / EXPPhantom Power +48V Settings for the Analog InputsPeak Indicator PadLow-cut Filter LO-CUT Turning Off the PowerPhase Attenuator ATTMic Modeling OFF/ON Model Using EffectsMic Modeling Reference Microphone InputEqualizer Gain Gain DynamicsCompressor Filter Type TypeThreshold Thresh Compressor Type TypeKey In Channel KEY Ratio RatioExpander Enhancer/De-esserPlug-in Effect Pre-amp ModelingBright HarmonicSampling Frequency Settings for Digital ConnectionsSampling Clock Source Audio Input SourceAnalog Input to Digital Output Examples of UseAnalog Input to Analog Output Backup Patch Other FeaturesCopying Settings Between Channels Channel LinkingRoute InitializingMMP-2 settings Use of computer and setupSet up PC setting and Install Computer settingsUse the following procedure to install the MMP-2 driver Windows MeWindows Deleting the MMP-2 DriverUse of computer and setup Use the USB cable to connect the MMP-2 and your computer Installing the MMP-2 Driver Macintosh / OMSUSB connector USB cable OMS settingsUse of computer and setup Macintosh / FreeMIDI FreeMIDI settings About Quick Setup dialog box will appear. Click Continue Functions work in conjunction with computers Backup PatchesIntuitive operation of MMP-2 using MMP-2 editor Another patch Resetting Effect Parameters Trouble ShootingSymptom Cause Remedy MMP-2 settings pTrouble Shooting about Computer Windows usersMacintosh users Macintosh hangs up MMP-2 does not recover correctly from sleep modeCannot make USB connections correctly Was the MMP-2 recognized?Midi Implementation Transmitted DataData Transfer Address Map Algorithm 1 MIC Modeling + Dynamics + Plug INPreamp Status Bulk Data Appendices Midi Implementation Chart Specifications Symbols IndexWindows Memo Memo Information Important Safety Instructions 02897523 ’02-2-E2-21KS Limitations and Conditions of Condenser Microphone About Input Jacks