Millenium NonaPad User manual
NonaPad
Sampling Percussion Pad
User Manual
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
Internet: www.thomann.de
17.06.2022, ID: 526188 (V2)
Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................ 5
1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................. 5
1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 7
3 Features....................................................................................................................................... 8
4 Connections and operating elements.......................................................................... 9
5 Operating................................................................................................................................. 12
5.1 Menu control.................................................................................................................. 12
5.2 Playing drum pads........................................................................................................ 12
5.3 Selecting a drum kit..................................................................................................... 12
5.4 Selecting a sound.......................................................................................................... 13
5.5 Loops................................................................................................................................. 15
5.6 Eects................................................................................................................................ 17
5.7 Settings............................................................................................................................. 18
5.8 Favourites........................................................................................................................ 19
5.9 Metronome..................................................................................................................... 21
5.10 Advanced settings..................................................................................................... 22
5.11 Using a USB Flash drive (USB stick)...................................................................... 26
5.12 Device version............................................................................................................. 30
5.13 Reset to factory default setting............................................................................. 31
5.14 Firmware........................................................................................................................ 31
6 Technical specications.................................................................................................... 32
7 MIDI implementation chart............................................................................................. 33
8 Troubleshooting................................................................................................................... 34
9 Plug and connection assignment................................................................................. 35
10 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 36
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NonaPad 3
Sampling Percussion Pad
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1 General information
This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device.
Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future refer‐
ence. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the
device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the
latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under
www.thomann.de.
1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and
details on the following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the
topics of interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical
basics and terms.
Personal
consultation
For personal consultation please contact our
technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the
customer service will gladly assist you.
1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .
The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a
step is indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch o the device.
Letterings
Displays
Instructions
General information
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References to other locations in this manual are identied by an arrow and the speci‐
ed page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-
reference to jump to the specied location.
Example: See
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‘Cross-references’ on page 6.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words
that are used in this manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
an immediate dangerous situation that will result in
death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a possible dangerous situation that can result in minor
injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate‐
rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
Cross-references
General information
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2 Safety instructions
The Percussion Pad converts digital trigger signals from drum pads to various percus‐
sion sounds. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or
use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in
personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages
resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intel‐
lectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons
may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is
responsible for their safety.
Safety
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking
hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces
and choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
With loudspeakers or headphones connected, the device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent
hearing impairment. Do not operate the device permanently at a high volume level. Decrease the volume level immediately if
you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid
direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctuations and do not switch the device on immediately
after it was exposed to temperature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures). Dust and dirt inside
can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be main‐
tained by qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other malfunction.
NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage
(AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.
Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly the user. Unplug the external power supply before electrical
storms occur and when the device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some
time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a suitable underlay
if necessary, i.e. felt pads or similar.
Intended use
Safety instructions
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Sampling Percussion Pad
3 Features
nNine velocity-sensitive, freely programmable drum pads
n608 preprogrammed sounds
n30 preprogrammed drum kits
n512 MB memory for WAV samples
nRecording function
n3-band equalizer
nReverb eect, Looper, Limiter
nMetronome function
nTwo trigger inputs
nMounting plate optionally available
Features
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4 Connections and operating elements
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Front panel
Connections and operating elements
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1 Nine velocity-sensitive and freely programmable drum pads.
When playing a pad, the respective LED below the pad lights up.
2 LED indicators
Light up as soon as external triggers or foot switches are used, which are connected via the input sockets
[TRIG 3/4], [TRIG 1/2], [FS2] and [FS1] on the rear of the device.
3
Main switch. Turns the device on and o.
4 Volume control for headphone output
5[CLICK]
Button to activate or deactivate the metronome
6[REC]
Button for starting a recording in recording mode
7[KIT]
Button to call up the drum kit menu
8[SETUP]
Button to call up the setup menu
9 LCD display
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Buttons for selecting parameters
11 [OK]
Button for conrming values and parameters in various menus
12 [SELECT]
Button for scrolling through options in various menus
13 Rotary control for quick selection of values and for scrolling through several options in various menus.
14 [–/+]
Buttons for quick selection of values and for scrolling through several options in various menus.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
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15 [INPUT]
Connection socket for the supplied 9V power adapter.
16 [TRIG 3/4]
Input socket for connecting an external trigger, designed as ¼" jack socket.
The two left [TRIGGER] LEDs on the front of the device light up as soon as a signal is received from the connected
external trigger.
Rear panel
Connections and operating elements
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