Page 4 - Contents
4 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY ....................................................... 2 Contents ................................................................................... 4 IMPORTANT NOTES ................................................................ 6 Getting Started ..................
Page 6 - IMPORTANT NOTES; Power Supply
6 IMPORTANT NOTES In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2), please read and observe the following: Power Supply • Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system). • Before...
Page 7 - Copyright
7 IMPORTANT NOTES • Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions. • Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can ca...
Page 8 - Getting Started; Checking the Included Items; Full Range of Input and Output Connectors and Pre-amps; You can use the MMP-2 for a wide variety of
8 Getting Started Checking the Included Items This product includes the following items in addition to the MMP-2 itself. Check to make sure they are all present and accounted for. If anything is missing, contact the retailer from whom you purchased the product. • Owner’s manual (this document)• CD-R...
Page 9 - Top and Rear Panels; Top Panel
9 Top and Rear Panels Top and Rear Panels Top Panel 1. [METER] ButtonThis changes the meter display. (p. 16) 2. [PATCH] ButtonThis performs Select, Store, and Reset operations for patches. (p. 14) 3. [SYSTEM] ButtonThis accesses Clock, USB, and other functions. (“Sampling Clock Source” (p. 26), “MMP...
Page 10 - Rear Panel
10 Top and Rear Panels These adjust the [MIC IN] sensitivity. (p. 17) 10. [PEAK] IndicatorsThese light up when the input level exceeds the set value. (p. 17) 11. [PHANTOM/PHASE/LO-CUT] ButtonsThese call up the Phantom power switches, plus the Phase, Lo-cut, and Attenuator setting screens. (p. 17) 12...
Page 11 - Function Organization and Signal Flow; balanced XLR
11 Function Organization and Signal Flow Function Organization and Signal Flow The diagram below shows how the functions are organized, and how the signals flow. fig.e.stract-flow.eps • off/on• input• output• proximity effect• time • off/on• attenuater• frequency• gain• Q• type phase low cut attenua...
Page 12 - Set Up and Basic Operations; Getting Ready to Switch on the Power; Making the Connections; Connecting the Power Source
12 Set Up and Basic Operations This chapter introduces the basic functions of the MMP-2 in the following order, which you should follow in getting started with your new unit. Read through this in sequence as you try things out for yourself. Getting Ready to Switch on the Power ■ Making the Connectio...
Page 13 - Connecting the Input Device; Connecting the Output Equipment; Setting the Output Level
13 Set Up and Basic Operations Set Up and Basic Operations Connecting the Input Device Microphone Input (MIC IN) Use the XLR or phone plug to connect the input device. fig.MicInPin.eps * Microphone input for the unit uses a balanced-type (XLR/TRS) jack which is wired as shown in the figure. Check th...
Page 14 - Global Functions; Adjusting the Contrast of the LCD Screen (LCDCNT); Patches
14 Set Up and Basic Operations Global Functions Save pressing [ENTER] button When you change system parameters or input parameters, the [ENTER] button lights up. This indicates that there are changes that have not been saved. Pressing the [ENTER] button saves them immediately. Settings are also save...
Page 16 - Meters
16 Set Up and Basic Operations 4. Re-press [ENTER]. Reset will be executed. Once the reset is completed, system go back to normal screen after indicating “Completed.” on screen. ■ Meters Press the [METER] button to select from the three types of level meters. Input (IN) fig.LcdInputMeter.eps This di...
Page 17 - Settings for the Analog Inputs; Pad
17 Set Up and Basic Operations Set Up and Basic Operations Settings for the Analog Inputs ■ Pad Pressing either of these switches attenuates the MIC IN input signal by 20 dB. You use these at times such as when devices other than microphones are connected. Press them again to cancel. ■ Sensitivity (...
Page 18 - Phase; Turning Off the Power
18 Set Up and Basic Operations ■ Phase fig.MicInPin.eps The microphone input jacks for this unit are balanced. The jack wiring is shown in the figure. However, Hot and Cold may be reversed of MMP-2 on some balanced equipment. If such equipment is connected, sound localization may be poor, or the bal...
Page 19 - Using Effects; BYPASS
19 Using Effects Using Effects The effects this unit provides are divided into four groups, which are respectively assigned to the four [EDIT SELECT] buttons [MODEL], [EQ], [DYNAMICS], and [PLUG IN]. The functional algorithms are pre-set according to the types of patches (p. 14). Each patch includes...
Page 20 - Equalizer
20 Using Effects Modeling Microphone (OUTPUT) This table shows the choices for different microphones or microphone types that the effect will model. When you select a condenser microphone modeling for “OUTPUT,” lower range response is extended, so bass noise from the microphone stand may become prom...
Page 21 - Dynamics; Compressor
21 Using Effects Using Effects Because you can make the settings anywhere within this range, it’s even possible, for instance, to set all four points so they’re stacked at the same location, and create a sharp filter. * A frequency 3 dB lower than the flat portion of the response curve is taken to b...
Page 23 - Expander
23 Using Effects Using Effects ■ Expander This lowers or suppresses, at a constant ratio, low-volume sounds that do not reach the threshold. It is effective for low-volume noise. Expander OFF/ON (EXP) This is the On/Off switch for the expander effect. Key In Channel (KEY IN) The expander cuts off wh...
Page 24 - Warm
24 Using Effects Enhance Level (ENHLEV) This is to set the level to increase. The level can be set from 0.0 dB to 12.0 dB. This is not available for de-esser. De-esser Rejection Level (DESREJ) This is to set the level to decrease. The level can be set from -24.0 dB to 0.0 dB. This is not available f...
Page 25 - Bright
25 Using Effects Using Effects Bright This parameter adjusts the brightness of the input sound by changing the high frequency content's balance. Brightness Frequency (BRT F) This sets the lower limit of this parameter. The sound components that are of a higher frequency than this parameter will be a...
Page 26 - Settings for Digital Connections; Sampling Clock Source
26 Settings for Digital Connections When you change the digital-connection settings, sound may stop momentarily until the new settings are in place. ■ Sampling Clock Source Select the source of sampling clock. fig.LcdClock.eps 1. Press the [SYSTEM] button several times to display “CLOCK.” The button...
Page 27 - Examples of Use; Analog Input to Analog Output
27 Examples of Use Examples of Use This section shows some examples of how you can use the MMP-2. * Before hooking up or turning on any equipment, make sure the volume on all devices is turned down. Analog Input to Analog Output The microphone input is output from the MMP-2 as an analog signal and s...
Page 28 - Other Features; Channel Linking; Linking; Copying Settings Between Channels; Backup Patch
28 Other Features ■ Channel Linking This interlinks the effect parameters for the two channels. You can use it with stereo recording or other applications. Input parameters are not linked. Linking Hold down the [EDIT CH SELECT] button for channel 1 and press the [EDIT CH SELECT] button for channel 2...
Page 29 - Route
29 Other Features Other Features 2. Press [PAGE] button several times to display “RECOVER” on screen. 3. Operate external devices like computer to start sending/receiving signal. ■ Route Select one of the following routings from input to output. Take “NORM” as a normal rule. 1. Press the [SYSTEM] bu...
Page 30 - Use of computer and setup; Computer settings
30 Use of computer and setup You can add effect algorithms via a USB connection. You can also use a computer editor to easily and intuitively change the equalizer and dynamics parameters. What’s more, you can also exchange MIDI signals with the computer. For more details and descriptions of this ope...
Page 32 - USB cable
32 Use of computer and setup 7. Use the USB cable to connect the MMP-2 to your computer.As appropriate, switch the USB select switch to either the front or the rear position. fig.02-01.e 8. Turn on the power of the MMP-2. * After you have made connections correctly, you must turn on the power in thi...
Page 41 - Functions work in conjunction with computers; Backup Patches
41 Use of computer and setup Use of computer and setup fig.FreeMidiConfiguration.eps 9. A setting window like the following will appear.Change “MMP-2, MMP-2 Port” to different name like “MMP-2 interface”. Change “Device1” to different name like “MMP-2”. * If the name is same, it may be possible for ...
Page 42 - Trouble Shooting
42 Trouble Shooting If the unit doesn’t work the way you think it should, check the items shown in the following table before you assume that there is a malfunction. If the cause of the problem is still unclear, contact your retailer or Roland Corporation’s Customer Service Center. For other compute...
Page 43 - Trouble Shooting about Computer; Windows users; USB connections cannot be made correctly.; MMP-2 does not resume correctly from the suspended state; Windows hangs up (freezes) when returning from the suspended state
43 Trouble Shooting about Computer Trouble Shooting about Computer * Please read the “ReadMe” file in the MMP-2 Driver & Software CD-ROM. You can get any additional information not written in the owner’s manual from the “ReadMe” file. Windows users USB connections cannot be made correctly. ◆ Has...
Page 44 - My computer hangs up when I open a MIDI file; Macintosh users; An error dialog box is displayed; Cannot install the USB MIDI driver; Windows 98 / Me users
44 Trouble Shooting about Computer My computer hangs up when I open a MIDI file This problem can occur if the USB waveform of your computer does not sufficiently meet the standards. In this case, the problem may be solved if you connect the MMP-2 via a USB hub (USB hub containing a power supply). Ma...
Page 45 - Cannot make USB connections correctly; Macintosh hangs up
45 Trouble Shooting about Computer Trouble Shooting about Computer Cannot make USB connections correctly ◆ Was the MMP-2 recognized? Disconnect the USB cable, and then re-connect it.If another USB device is connected, try connecting only the MMP-2.It is possible that the computer did not correctly r...
Page 46 - MIDI Implementation; TRANSMITTED DATA AND; Channel Voice message; System Exclusive Message
46 MIDI Implementation Model: MMP-2 Version: 1.00 TRANSMITTED DATA AND REGOGNIZED RECEIVE DATA ■ Channel Voice message ● Polyphonic Key Pressure Transmits the level meter value of MMP-2(MIDI ch. is fixed to 16.) Status Second Third AFH mmH llH mm = Note No.: 00H - 07H (0 - 7)ll = Level Meter Value: ...
Page 47 - Data Transfer Address Map; Parameter Address Block
47 MIDI Implementation ❍ Data Set (DT1) Status Data Bytes Status F0H 41H,Dev,00H,4EH,12H,aaH,bbH,ccH,ddH, ..., eeH,Sum F7H Byte Description F0H Status of System Exclusive Message41H Manufacturer ID (Roland)Dev Device ID00H 4EH Model ID (MMP-2)12H Command ID (DT1)aaH Address MSBbbH Address MIDccH Add...
Page 51 - Appendices
51 MIDI Implementation | 48H — | 400 || 58H — | 1000 || 68H — | 2500 || 78H — | 6300 || 49H — | 422 || 59H — | 1060 || 69H | 2660 || 79H — | 6700 || 4AH — | 450 || 5AH — | 1120 || 6AH — | 2800 || 7AH — | 7100 || 4BH — | 473 || 5BH — | 1200 || 6BH — | 3000 || 7BH — | 7500 || 4CH — | 500 || 5CH — | 12...
Page 52 - MIDI Implementation Chart
52 MIDI Implementation Function... BasicChannel Mode NoteNumber : Velocity AfterTouch Pitch Bend ProgramChange System Exclusive SystemCommon SystemReal Time AuxMessages Notes Transmitted Recognized Remarks DefaultChanged DefaultMessagesAltered True Voice Note OnNote Off Key'sChannel's 0, 32 12 : Tru...
Page 53 - Specifications
53 Specifications Analog Input Connector: XLR-3-31 type (balanced)1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced) Input Impedance: 40k Ω Phantom Power: DC 48 V and 7m A when the output is shorted PAD: 20 dB pad Maximum Input Level: + 2 dBu (PAD off)+22 dBu (PAD on) Nominal Input Level: -64 dBu – +4 dBu Equivalen...
Page 54 - Index; Symbols
54 Index Symbols +48V .......................................................................................... 17 A A-GAIN .................................................................................... 22ATT analog input ..........................................................................
Page 58 - Information
Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. As of January 1, 2002 (Roland) ARGENTINA Instrumentos Musicales S.A. Av.Santa Fe 2055 (1123) Buenos AiresARGENTINATEL: (011) 4508-2700 BRAZIL Roland Bras...
Page 59 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; NOTICE; FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, wi...
Page 61 - About the Phantom Power of the MMP-2; Limitations and Conditions of Condenser Microphone
40457423 1*REC About the Phantom Power of the MMP-2 Limitations and Conditions of Condenser Microphone The phantom power source of MMP-2 can drive Condenser Microphones with electrical specification 6.0mA or lower at 48V. Microphones that require more ampere is not supported. Please use phantom powe...
