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MP-BT1
MP3 Bass Trainer
This device has a serial
number located on the rear
panel. Please record it and
retain it for your records.
Serial number:
__________________
Quick Start Guide
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Read these instructions.
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
• Do not place any objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
• Do not install this apparatus in a
confined space such as a book case
or similar unit.
• T h e a p p a r a t u s d r aw s n o m i n a l
non-operating power from the AC
outlet with its STANDBY/ON in the
Standby position.
• The apparatus should be located close
enough to the AC outlet so that you
can easily grasp the power cord plug
at any time.
• An apparatus with Class I construc-
tion shall be connected to an AC
outlet with a protective grounding
connection.
• Batteries (battery pack or batteries
installed) should not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
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13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been
dropped.Do not expose this appara-
tus to drips or splashes.
• Excessive sound pressure from
earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss.
10 Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand,
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TASCAM MP-BT1
SAFETY INFORMATION
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TASCAM MP-BT1
Table of Contents
1–Introduction................................................... 6
4–Playing bass with the MP-BT1............15
Warnings.about.the.rechargeable.battery............ 6
Getting.detailed.usage.of.the.MP-BT1.................. 7
About.this.manual................................................. 8
About.the.power.supply........................................ 8
Reset.hole.............................................................. 9
Connecting.a.bass................................................15
Practicing.with.tracks.as.they.play.......................15
Using.the.built-in.effects......................................16
2–Preparing tracks..........................................10
Copying.tracks.to.a.computer..............................10
Turning.the.power.on.and.off..............................10
Connecting.to.a.computer....................................11
Copying.tracks.from.a.computer..........................11
3–Playing back tracks....................................12
Preparing.to.listen................................................12
Playing.back.tracks.on.the.MP-BT1......................12
Changing.the.playback.tempo.............................13
Looping.a.selected.passage.................................14
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TASCAM MP-BT1
1–Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the TASCAM MP-BT1.
Warnings about the rechargeable
battery
This product uses a built-in lithium ion battery.
Always follow the precautions below in order to
avoid overheating, fire, smoke, leakage and other
problems.
This unit is ideal for use when practicing bass. If
you run into a phrase on a recording that is too
difficult for you to learn by ear at ordinary speed,
you can play and loop the music at a slower speed
to study the part. Furthermore, the dedicated
bass input allows you to use the unit’s built-in
effects as you play along with the music. You can
also transfer music easily from a computer to the
MP-BT1.
• Always use the designated AC adapter and/
or USB cable. When operating or recharging
the unit with ordinary AC power. Do not use
any AC adapter or USB cable other than those
designated for use with the unit. Overheating
the unit can cause injury, burns, fire, stains
and/or rupture of the battery.
• Do not put the unit in a fire. Do not recharge
or leave the unit by a fire, in direct sunlight or
other hot location.
• Do not disassemble. Taking apart the unit
could lead to an electrical shock. Please seek
assistance from the store where the unit was
purchased or contact a TASCAM/TEAC
service center for rechargeable battery replace-
NOTE
An Owner’s Manual with detailed instructions
about the MP-BT1’s functions is stored inside
the unit’s memory in PDF format. (You can also
download this manual from www.tascam.com.)
You will need to have software installed on
your computer that can open PDF documents
to read this manual. If you need this software,
Adobe Reader software can be downloaded for
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TASCAM MP-BT1
1–Introduction
How to get the Owner’s Manual:
1. Connect the MP-BT1 to your computer with
the included USB cable (see “Connecting to
a computer” on page 11 of the Quick Start
Guide for detail).
ment, unit inspection or repair. When you
dispose of the unit, however, please follow the
procedures in the Owner’s Manual to remove
and recycle the internal battery.
• Do not touch leaking fluid with bare skin if
the rechargeable battery leaks. Battery fluid
may cause loss of eyesight if it gets in an eye.
Wash the eye (do not rub) with clean water
immediately and contact a physician as soon as
possible. Battery fluid on the body or clothing
can harm or burn the skin, so wash well with
clean water immediately and contact a physician
as soon as possible. If a leakage occurs, please
contact a TASCAM/TEAC service center.
2. Click the folder “MANUAL” in the
“MP-BT1” shown as an external drive on
your computer.
NOTE
You need Adobe Reader to read the Owner’s
Manual. Adobe Reader is free application that
We recommend backing up the Ownre’s Manual
into other media such as your computer’s hard
disk or writable CD disc.
Getting detailed usage of the
MP-BT1
The MP-BT1 has an Owner’s Manual in its
internal memory in PDF format. The Owner’s
Manual covers all the operations of the unit in
detail, while the included Quick Start Guide helps
you for the basic operations.
If you erase the Owner’s Manual by accident,
you can download it from our website at
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1–Introduction
About this manual
included USB cable and turn the computer on
if it is off.
When we refer to a key or connector or control on
Please see “2-Preparing tracks” for instructions
about disconnecting the USB cable.
the MP-BT1, the typeface looks like this: PLAY.
When we refer to items shown on the display, the
typeface looks like this: MENU.
• To use an AC adapter (sold separately), plug it
into the DC IN 5V jack.
About the power supply
• The indicator at the right side of the display
shows the battery’s charging status. It lights
orange while charging and goes out when
charging is complete.
The MP-BT1 uses a built-in lithium ion battery
that can be recharged by connecting the unit to a
computer with the USB cable. You can also use an
AC adapter (sold separately) to power the unit and
recharge the battery.
NOTE
When you purchase the MP-BT1, the battery is
not fully charged. Please charge it before use or
use it with an AC adapter (sold separately).
Battery
indicator
• To charge the battery using a computer,
connect the unit to the computer using the
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TASCAM MP-BT1
1–Introduction
Reset hole
If the MP-BT1 starts to operate incorrectly, insert
the end of a paper clip or similar object into this
hole to press the System Reset Button inside.
Pressing this button turns the power OFF.
NOTE
Do not press the System Reset Button if the unit
is operating normally.
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TASCAM MP-BT1
2–Preparing tracks
The following sections explain how to copy tracks
from a CD to a computer and then transfer them
to the MP-BT1.
Turning the power on and off
To turn the MP-BT1 power on:
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the
arrow and hold it until “TASCAM” appears on the
screen. Release the switch.
Copying tracks to a computer
Use a computer application that is capable of
importing CD tracks as MP3s (e.g. iTunes) to
import the tracks that you want from a CD to a
computer.
The MP-BT1 starts and the home screen appears.
To turn the MP-BT1 power off:
For detailed information about how to do this,
please refer to the manuals and/or on-line help
files of the computer and application.
Slide the POWER switch in the direction of the
arrow and hold it until “Trainer series” appears on
the screen. Release the switch.
TIP
The MP-BT1 then shuts down.
Most software can import CD tracks in other
formats as well as MP3. Please confirm that
your software is set to import tracks in MP3
format.
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2–Preparing tracks
Connecting to a computer
Copying tracks from a computer
To transfer music files stored on a computer to the
MP-BT1, use the included USB cable to connect
the USB port on the unit to a computer USB port.
1. Click on the “MP-BT1” drive icon on the
computer to open it. You see two folders:
UTILITY and MUSIC.
“USB connected…” appears on the MP-BT1
screen. On the computer, you should find the unit
shown as an external drive named “MP-BT1.”
2. Drag and drop MP3 files from the computer
into the MUSIC folder to copy them to the
MP-BT1’s memory.
3. After copying finishes, follow the proce-
dures for your computer operating system
to disconnect the MP-BT1 from the com-
puter, and then disconnect the USB cable.
NOTE
When shipped from the factory, an Owner’s
Manual is stored in the MP-BT1 drive in PDF
format in the MANUAL folder.
The MP-BT1 automatically restarts.
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3–Playing back tracks
WARNING
Preparing to listen
Connect headphones or a monitoring system (an
amp with built-in speakers, a home stereo, etc.)
Before starting playback, turn the OUTPUT
VOLUME all the way down. Turn it up gradually
to reach the desired volume. Excessive volume
can damage speakers and permanently harm
your hearing.
using the /LINE OUT jack.
Playing back tracks on the MP-BT1
Press the Á/π key to start playback.
Press the Á/π key again to stop playback.
• If you have more than one track stored on the
MP-BT1, you can use the µ and ≤ keys to
select tracks.
• If you press and hold the µ or ≤ key, you
can search backward and forward inside the
tracks (fast forward and rewind).
Powered speakers or
amplifier and speakers
Headphones
• Use the OUTPUT VOLUME (+, -) keys to adjust
the volume.
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3–Playing back tracks
TIP
From the MENU screen, use the BROWSE and
PLAYLIST screens to select tracks directly and
choose your favorite tracks.
Changing the playback tempo
You can change the speed of playback, which is
useful to practice difficult riffs, for example.
3. Use the wheel to select TEMPO and press
the ENTER key.
1. Press the MENU key to open the MENU
screen.
4. Use the wheel to set the tempo.
2. Use the wheel to select PB CONTROL.
Press the ENTER key to open the PB
CONTROL screen.
TIP
The number shown is the percentage change
from the original tempo. If VSA is set to ON
on the PB CONTROL screen, the pitch stays the
same even when the tempo is changed.
TIP
If the home screen is open, press the ENTER key
to open the PB CONTROL screen directly.
5. Press the MENU key twice to return to
the home screen.
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3–Playing back tracks
Looping a selected passage
1. Press the Á/π key to start playback.
2. Press the I/O key at the point where you
want the loop to start (IN point).
3. Press the I/O key again at the point where
you want the loop to stop (OUT point).
Loop playback starts immediately from the
IN point.
To stop loop playback press either the LOOP key
or the I/O key.
If you press the LOOP key, the loop IN and OUT
points are kept, so you can play the same loop if
you press the LOOP key again.
If you press the I/O key, the loop IN and OUT
points are cleared.
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4–Playing bass with the MP-BT1
You can connect a bass and mix your bass playing
with the track you are playing back.
Practicing with tracks as they play
If you play bass while a track is playing back, you
can hear the combined signals of the bass and the
track output through the /LINE OUT jack.
Connecting a bass
1. Connect a bass to the BASS IN jack.
Use the MIX BALANCE keys to adjust the balance
between the track being played back (PLAYBACK)
and the bass (BASS) signals.
2. Adjust the bass volume with the INPUT dial.
Bass Guitar
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4–Playing bass with the MP-BT1
You can see the name of the factory effect cur-
rently selected in the PRESET display directory
below.
Using the built-in effects
The MP-BT1 has built-in bass effects.
NOTE
1. Press the FX key to open the EFFECT
OFF bypasses the effect.
screen.
4. Use the wheel to select PRESET and press
the ENTER key.
5. Use the wheel to select preset effect and
press the MENU key.
6. Use the wheel to select LVL and press the
ENTER key.
7. Use the wheel to adjust LVL (the
output level of the effect) and press
the MENU key.
2. Use the wheel to select BANK and press
the ENTER key.
3. Use the wheel to choose a bank and
TIP
press the MENU key.
You can further adjust the parameters of the
individual effects within the preset effect chain.
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MP-BT1
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