Roland V-Drums TDW-20 User manual

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Before using this product, carefully read the sections
entitled: “Using the Unit Safely” and “Important Notes”
(p. 4–p. 7 ). These sections provide important information
concerning the proper operation of the product.
Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained
a good grasp of every feature provided by your new
product, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety.
The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a
convenient reference.
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications
and/or contents of this package are subject to change
without prior notice.
Copyright ©2008 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced in any form without the written permission of
ROLAND CORPORATION.
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Using the Unit Safely
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.
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.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
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.
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• Do not open or perform any
internal modifications on the
product. (The only exception
would be where this manual
provides specific instructions
which should be followed in
order to put in place user-
installable options; see p. 13.)
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• Do not attempt to repair the
product, 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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• Do not allow any objects (e.g.,
flammable material, coins,
pins); or liquids of any kind
(water, soft drinks, etc.) to
penetrate the TD-20.
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• Never install the product in any
of the following locations.
• 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
• Exposed to steam or smoke;
or are
• Subject to salt exposure; or
are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty or sandy; or are
• Subject to high levels of
vibration and shakiness.
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• 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 product.
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• Protect the product from
strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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• Before installing the TDW-20,
you must first always turn off
the TD-20 and unplug its power
cord.
• Never step on, nor place heavy
objects on the product.
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• Install the circuit board only
into the specified product (TD-
20). Remove only the specified
screws during the installation.
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• Keep any screws you may
remove and the included
installation tool in a safe place
out of children’s reach, so there
is no chance of them being
swallowed accidentally.
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Important Notes
Placement
• Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, place it near
devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or
otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat
can deform or discolor the product.
• When moved from one location to another where the
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets
(condensation) may form. Damage or malfunction may result if
you attempt to use the product in this condition. Therefore,
before using the product, you must allow it to stand for several
hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.
Repairs and Data
• Please be aware that all data contained in the product’s
memory may be lost when the product is sent for repairs.
Important data should always be backed up on a memory card,
or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due
care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases
(such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order),
we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and
Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
Additional Precautions
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of
data that was stored on a CompacfFlash card once it has been
lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such
loss of data.
• When you need to transport the product, package it in the box
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you
will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
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Before Using Cards
Using CompactFlash Cards
• CompactFlash cards are constructed using precision
components; handle the cards carefully, paying particular note
to the following.
• To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity, be
sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body
before handling the cards.
• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the
contact portion of the cards.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or
vibration.
• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or
other such locations (storage temperature: -25 to 85˚ C).
• Do not allow cards to become wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.
* CompactFlash and are trademarks of SanDisk
Corporation and licensed by CompactFlash association.
* Roland Corporation is an authorized licensee of the
CompactFlash™and CF logo ( ) trademarks.
Copyright
• When you purchase the TDW-20 expansion board for TD-20
from an authorized Roland dealer, the included sounds are
licensed, not sold, to you by Roland Corporation, for
commercial use in music production, public performance,
broadcast, etc.
You may use any of the included sounds in a commercial or
noncommercial recording without paying any additional
license fees. However, you must strictly adhere to the following
crediting guidelines on any music recording that utilize material
from TDW-20.
Reproduction or duplication of any of the sound contained in
the TDW-20, either as they exist on this sound module or by any
means of reformatting, mixing, filtering, re-synthesizing,
processing or otherwise editing for use in another product or for
re-sale, is strictly prohibited without the express written
consent of Roland. All unauthorized giving, trading, lending,
renting, re-issue, re-distribution or re-sale of the sounds
included in the TDW-20 are expressly prohibited.
In Plain English: Be creative and respectful in your application of
the TDW-20 sounds. These sounds are for your use only. DO NOT
COPY THEM.
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Contents
Using the Unit Safely............................................ 4
Important Notes ................................................... 6
Installing the TDW-20 in the TD-20................... 10
IMPORTANT! Please Read
before Beginning the Installation Process .................................10
IMPORTANT! Backing Up Your Data .............................................12
How To Install the TDW-20 Expansion Board............................13
Updating the TD-20 with the CompactFlash Card..................15
Installation du TDW-20 dans le TD-20 .............. 16
IMPORTANT! Lire ce qui suit
avant d’entreprendre la procédure d’installation ...................16
IMPORTANT! Sauvegarde des données.......................................18
Installation de la carte d’expansion TDW-20.............................19
Mise à jour du TD-20 à l’aide de la carte CompactFlash........21
Features............................................................... 22
About the Drum Kits...........................................................................24
New Functions .................................................... 26
Drum Instruments Parameters [INST]..........................................26
Instrument Selection.................................................................26
About V-EDIT Parameters ........................................................26
Mixer Settings.......................................................................................29
Minimum Volume of Each Trigger Input............................29
Pad Compressor...................................................................................30
Parameter Improvements........................................................30
Ambience...............................................................................................30
New Room Types (15)...............................................................30
New Wall Types (3).....................................................................31
Mic Positions (9) ..........................................................................31
New Output Gain Parameter..................................................32
Ambience Monitor (“solo” mode).........................................32
Multi-Effects ..........................................................................................32
New Output Gain Parameter..................................................32
Multi-Effects Monitor (“solo” mode) ....................................32
Master Compressor.............................................................................33
Gain Reduction (GR) Meter......................................................33
Drum Kit Parameters [KIT]................................................................33
Pad Pattern ON/OFF Switch....................................................33
Trigger Settings....................................................................................34
Advanced Trigger Parameter Function ..............................34
Checking the Trigger Information........................................34
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Copy Functions ....................................................................................35
Trigger Bank Copy ......................................................................36
Copying an Instrument Set .....................................................36
Copying an Instrument.............................................................37
Quick Jump Functions to the Copy Screen .......................37
Settings for the Entire TD-20...........................................................38
Master Output..............................................................................38
Output Assign (OTHER).............................................................38
Using Foot Switches and Pad Switches ..............................39
MIX IN new Function .................................................................39
Importing Original TD-20 Data into the Expanded TD-20 ......40
Other Functions ...................................................................................41
The Kit Selection Function.......................................................41
Choosing a Drum Kit from a CompactFlash......................41
Appendices ......................................................... 42
Drum Instrument List.........................................................................42
Preset Drum Kit List ............................................................................46
Information......................................................... 53
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Installing the TDW-20 in the TD-20
Installation Procedure
1. Check the package contents to be sure you have the expansion
board, screwdriver (for removing the cover on the back of the
TD-20), locking key (for securing the expansion board into
place) and CompactFlash card. Please leave the expansion
board in its package until it is time to install it.
2. Back up your data (carefully read p. 12).
3. Install the TDW-20 expansion board (p. 13).
4. Update the TD-20 (p. 15).
Enclosed CompactFlash Card
• Do NOT use with a computer BEFORE executing the update
process.
Back up Your Original TD-20 Data!
• Save your current data to your CompactFlash card before you
install the TDW-20.
When executing an update, all data and settings in the TD-20
are lost. That’s why it is important to back up your data and
settings on a ConpactFlash card before updating. If you are
using the CompactFlash card included with your TDW-20,
insert the card ONLY AFTER turning the power on. Otherwise
the “updater” on the card will automatically open.
IMPORTANT! Please Read before Beginning the Installation Process
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