Roland TM-6 PRO - User Manual

Quick Start (this document)
Read this rst. It explains basic operation.
PDF Manual (download from the web)
5 Reference Manual
This explains all the functions of the TM-6 PRO.
5 Data List
This explains the parameters and sound of the
TM-6 PRO.
5 MIDI Implementation
This is detailed reference material regarding MIDI messages.
Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (the leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
and the Owner’s Manual (p. 25)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
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Quick Start
Contents
Flow of Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Kits and Instruments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Mounting the TM-6 PRO on the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Turning the Power On/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Drum Triggers That Can Be Connected . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Footswitches That Can Be Connected . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trigger Settings (TRIG). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Basic Procedure for Trigger Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Specifying the Drum Trigger Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Adjusting the Drum Trigger’s Minimum Sensitivity
(Threshold) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Adjusting the Drum Trigger’s Sensitivity (Sensitivity) 12
Making Hi-hat Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Performing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Selecting a Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Playing with the Click . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Performing Along with a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Selecting and Editing an Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Applying Eects to Each Drum Trigger (Pad Eect) . . 16
Using the Sound Modify Knobs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Editing a Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Importing and Playing Audio Files (USER SAMPLE) . . 19
Settings (MENU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Basic Procedure for Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Backing Up Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Formatting an SD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connecting to a Computer for Playback . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Making the Power Automatically Turn o After a
Time (Auto O ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Returning to the Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
USING THE UNIT SAFELY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
IMPORTANT NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Main Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Summary

Flow of Operations

Connections

Outlines how to connect external devices and power to the TM-6 PRO.

Trigger Settings

Details the process of configuring drum trigger inputs for optimal performance.

Perform

Explains how to select kits, play with a click, and perform along with songs.

Edit

Covers editing instruments, sounds, and applying effects to drum triggers.

Getting Ready

Panel Descriptions

Identifies and explains the controls and indicators on the top, side, and rear panels of the TM-6 PRO.

Mounting the TM-6 PRO on the Stand

Provides instructions on mounting the unit on stands.

Turning the Power On;Off

Details the procedure for safely turning the TM-6 PRO power on and off.

Kits and Instruments

Basic Operation

Function Buttons and Navigation

Explains how to use function buttons for mode switching and cursor buttons for navigation.

Editing Values and Shortcuts

Details how to edit parameter values and use shortcut operations for quick access.

About Performance Techniques

Trigger Techniques

Describes how to perform various techniques on different drum trigger types like pads and hi-hats.

Footswitch Connectivity

Explains how to connect footswitches for controlling kits or set lists.

Trigger Settings (TRIG)

Trigger Setup Procedures

Guides through basic trigger settings, including specifying trigger types and banks.

Adjusting Sensitivity and Hi-hats

Covers adjusting minimum sensitivity (threshold), general sensitivity, and hi-hat specific settings.

Trigger Editing and Locking

Explains how to select triggers for editing and prevent accidental switching using trigger lock.

Performing

Kit Selection and Click Control

Details how to select kits, turn the metronome click on/off, and adjust its tempo.

Song Playback and Management

Guides on importing, selecting, and playing audio files (WAV/MP3) as songs or click tracks.

Editing

Instrument and Pad Effect Editing

Covers selecting and editing individual instruments, and applying pad effects like EQ and compression.

Sound Modify Knobs and Kit Volume

Explains using sound modify knobs for parameter adjustment and setting the overall kit volume.

User Sample Management

Details importing, assigning, and viewing audio files as user samples.

Settings (MENU)

Basic Procedure for Settings

Explains how to make overall settings for the TM-6 PRO, instruments, and effects.

SD Card Operations

Covers backing up, loading, and formatting data on the SD card.

Auto Off and Factory Reset

Explains how to configure the auto power-off function and restore the unit to factory default settings.

Troubleshooting

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Stand and Power Precautions

Advises on safe placement on stands and proper use of the AC adaptor and power cord.

General Safety Warnings

Covers essential safety tips including handling, children's safety, and electrical precautions.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Data Management and Repairs

Emphasizes backing up data before repairs and Roland's liability concerning stored content.

Handling and Usage Advice

Covers placement, display care, sound vibration, and external memory device precautions.

Main Specifications

Roland TM-6 PRO Specifications

General

Type	Trigger Module
Kits	50
Layers Per Instrument	4
Trigger Inputs	6
Aux Input	1
Direct Outputs	6
Master Outputs	2
Phones	1
MIDI	IN, OUT
USB	MIDI
Effects	Reverb
Display	LCD
Power Supply	DC 9 V (AC adaptor)
Maximum Polyphony	64 voices