Roland V-Drums TD-3KV User manual

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Drum System TD-3KV.
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Copyright © 2005 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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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 3). These sections provide important
information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel
assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new
unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved
and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Owner’s Manual
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• Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.
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002a
•Do not open or perform any internal modifications
on the unit.
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003
• Do not attempt to repair the unit, 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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• Never use or store the unit in places that are:
• 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
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration.
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• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is
level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on
stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
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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 unit.
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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 unit.
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• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming
entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be
placed so they are out of the reach of children.
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• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on
the unit.
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118a
• Should you remove nuts, washers, screws, anchor
bolts, etc., keep them in a safe place out of
children’s reach, so there is no chance of them
being swallowed accidentally.
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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 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.
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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291a
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the
following:
Placement
354a
• Do not expose the unit 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 unit.
Maintenance
401a
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth
or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To
remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a
mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe
the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or
deformation.
Additional Precautions
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks
and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
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• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you
will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s
internal elements.
558c
• Since sound vibrations can be transmitted through floors
and walls to a greater degree than expected, take care not
to allow such sound to become a nuisance to neighbors,
especially at night and when using headphones. Although
the drum pads and pedals are designed so there is a
minimal amount of extraneous sound produced when
they’re struck, rubber heads tend to produce louder
sounds compared to mesh heads. You can effectively
reduce much of the unwanted sound from the pads by
switching to mesh heads.
559a
•When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box
(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise,
you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
562
• 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 cause the sound level to
be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For infor-
mation on cable specifications, contact the manufac-
turer of the cable.
IMPORTANT NOTES
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❑ TD-3 (Percussion Sound Module) x 1
❑ KD-8 (Kick Trigger Pad) x 1
❑ FD-8 (Hi-Hat Control Pedal) x 1
❑ PD-85BK (V-Pad) x 1
❑ PD-8 (Pad) x 4
❑ CY-8 (Cymbal Pad) x 2
❑ Connection Cables
❑ Tuning Key x 1
■ TD-3KV Owner’s Manual x 1
• The tuning key is included in the FD-8 package.
• The TD-3 Owner’s Manual is included in the TD-3
package.
• This package does not include a kick pedal. Use with a
commercially available kick pedal.
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* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/
or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior
notice.
Assemble the Drum Stand.
About the Stand, refer to the owner’s manual for the
stand.
Check the Contents of the
Box
Drum Stand
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Attach the stand holder (included with the optional drum stand) to the TD-3.
Using the screws attached to the bottom panel, attach the holder so the unit is oriented as shown in the diagram.
fig.TD-3.e
•To attach the stand holder, remove the four 8 mm screws (M5 x 8) from the bottom of the TD-3 and use them.
Use of other screws may result in damage to the unit.
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• When turning the unit upside-down, get a bunch of newspapers or magazines, and place them under the
four corners or at both ends to prevent damage to the buttons and controls. Also, you should try to orient the
unit so no buttons or controls get damaged.
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• When turning the unit upside-down, handle with care to avoid dropping it, or allowing it to fall or tip over.
TD-3
(Percussion Sound Module)
Narrow
Wide
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The band has a width of 7 mm.
Use this for adjusting the head tension.
7mm
fig.PD-85.e_80
When adjusting, use the tuning key supplied with the FD-8.
• On the PD-85BK, adjusting the head tension affects only
the head response, and does not change the pitch of the
sound, as it would on an acoustic drum.
• The head tension will change as the instrument is used,
so you should readjust when necessary.
• The head stretches when used for extended periods, so
even when this is adjusted to 7 mm in the following
procedure, you may not achieve the same degree of
tension as when the head was initially adjusted. Strike
the head to check the feel and response as you adjust the
tension.
1. Use the tuning key supplied with the FD-8 to
tighten the tuning bolts.
Tighten the bolts until there is a space of
approximately 7 mm between the frame and the
hoop.
fig.PD-85-Head1.e
A black, 7 mm strip is printed at the edge of this page.
Use this as a reference when making the adjustment.
Tighten each tuning bolt one by one, observing the
numerical order shown in the diagram.
Do not firmly tighten a single tuning bolt by itself. Doing
so will make it impossible to tension the head evenly, and
will cause malfunctions such as failure to accurately
detect the striking location.
fig.PD-85-Head2
2. Fine-tune the adjustment while continuing to
check the pad feel and response.
PD-85BK
(V-Pad)
Adjusting the Head Tension
Hoop (Rim)
Tuning Bolt
Washer
Sensor
Stand Fixing Screw
Head
Holder Frame
Output Jack
The PD-85BK is shipped from the factory
with the head tension loosened. Be sure to
adjust the tension before use.
In general, a tension that produces a strike response
approximately the same as an acoustic drum will be
appropriate.
•Striking the head when the head tension is loose
may damage the sensor and head.
•Should you neglect to make the appropriate
settings, you could likely experience the
following problems:
Sometimes it does not sound (uneven volume).
The volume is too low (reduced sensitivity).
7mm
Hoop
Frame
1
2
3
4
5
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fig.PD-85-Set.e
When attaching the PD-85BK to the mount, be sure to
tighten the stand fixing screw securely. If it remains
loose, the pad could fall off.
fig.PD-85-HR.e_90
To play the sound assigned to the head, hit only the head.
To play a rim shot, you must strike both the head and the
rim of the pad simultaneously .
• If hitting the head produces a rim sound instead, reduce
the Rim Sensitivity value on the TD-3. The only the head
shot will sound when it’s set to “OFF.”
• On the other hand, if you find it difficult to get rim shot
sounds to play, raise the Rim Sensitivity value.
For details, refer to the TD-3 Owner’s Manual (p. 59).
Cross Stick
fig.PD-85-XS.e_90
The cross stick sound is sometimes referred to as a “closed rim
shot.”
When using the PD-85BK to play the cross stick, be sure that
you only strike the rim (outer edge) of the pad . Placing
your hand on the head (center area) of the pad might prevent
the cross stick sound from being played properly.
Attaching the Pad to a Stand
Rod
Pass the rod through the pipe
that is inside the holder.
Tighten
Loosen
Playing the PD-85BK
Head Shot Rim Shot
Head Head
Rim
Rim
Rim
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When the Head Should Be Replaced
The head is an expendable item that eventually will wear out
and need to be replaced. Replace the head when the following
occurs:
• The head surface is torn
• Striking points are no longer detected correctly, even
when the head tension is properly adjusted.
• Slack portions remain in the head even after the head
tension is properly adjusted.
Replacement heads (optional): MH-8 Mesh Head
1. Remove all tuning bolts and washers.
* Press the lock bushing (in figure below) in place with your
finger as you remove each tuning bolt, to prevent the bushings
from being pulled off the frame.
fig.PD-85-Head3.e
For more on the lock bushings, refer to the following
section, “About the Lock Bushings.”
2. Remove the hoop.
3. Remove the old head.
4. Place the new head on the frame.
5. Place the hoop onto the head.
6. Pass the tuning bolts through the washers,
then attach them to the hoop and frame.
7. Next, adjust the tension of the head (p. 6).
About the Lock Bushings
The PD-85BK is provided with lock bushings to prevent
rotation and loosening of the tuning bolts caused by vibration
transmitted from the hoop, as the result of using rim shots or
other performance techniques.
If a lock bushing happens to become separated from the frame
while the head is being replaced, position the bushing so its
four slots are aligned with the corresponding ridges in the
frame, then press down firmly on the bushing.
fig.PD-85-LockBush.e
PD-85BK: V-Pad
Pad Size: 8 inches
Triggers: 2 (Head, Rim)
Dimensions: 245 (W) x 310 (D) x 95 (H) mm
9-11/16 (W) x 12-1/4 (W) x 3-3/4 (H) inches
Weight: 1.7 kg / 3 lbs 12 oz
Option: Mesh Head (MH-8)
Replacing the Head
Tuning Key
Hoop
Hoop’s
Rubber Portion
Lock Bushing
Washer
Frame
Tuning Bolt
Specifications
Lock Bushing
Frame
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fig.PD-8.e
fig.PD-Set.e
When attaching the PD-8s to the mounts, be sure to
tighten the stand fixing screws securely. If any of them
remain loose, the pad could fall off.
When Playing the Tom
fig.PD-HR.e
To play the sound assigned to the head, hit only the head.
To play a rim shot, you must strike both the head and the
rim of the pad simultaneously .
When Playing the Hi-Hat
fig.PD-BE.e
Hitting the head is like playing the bow of the hi-hat and
hitting the rim is like playing the edge of the hi-hat cymbals.
PD-8: Pad
Pad Size: 8.5 inches
Triggers: 2 (Head, Rim)
Dimensions: 226 (W) x 280 (D) x 54 (H) mm
8-15/16 (W) x 11-1/16 (W) x 2-1/8 (H) inches
Weight: 1.2 kg / 2 lbs 11 oz
PD-8
(Pad)
Attaching the Pad to a Stand
Stand Fixing Screw
Stand Fixing Screw
Head
Output Jack
Tighten
Loosen
Rod
Pass the rod through the pipe that is inside the holder.
Playing the PD-8
Specifications
Head Shot Rim Shot
Head
Head
Rim
Bow Shot Edge Shot
Head
Rim
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fig.CY-8.e
1. Use the tuning key supplied with the FD-8 to
tighten the stopper bolt.
The stopper keeps the cymbal pad from turning, and
prevents the cables from catching or getting tangled on
the stand.
fig.CY-Set01.e
2. Attach the CY-8 so the Roland logo is
positioned on the opposite side of the playing
area.
3. Tighten the wing nut to obtain the desired
movement.
Use the included felt washer and the wing nut.
fig.CY-Set02.e
Double sounding may occur if the wing nut is loose.
Bow Shot
This is the most common playing method, playing the pad
face of the cymbal. It corresponds to the sound of the “head-
side” of the connected trigger input.
fig.CY-Bow.e
Edge Shot
This playing method involves striking the edge with the
shoulder of the stick. It corresponds to the sound of the “rim-
side” of the connected trigger input.
* To make use of edge shot, you’ll need to connect to a trigger
input jack on the percussion sound module that accommodates
rim shots.
fig.CY-Edge.e
Choking
Choking (pinching) the cymbal’s edge with the hand
immediately after hitting the cymbal makes the sound stop.
* To make use of choking play techniques, you’ll need to connect
to a trigger input jack on the percussion sound module that
accommodates rim shots.
fig.CY-Choke
CY-8: Cymbal Pad
Pad Size: 12 inches
Triggers: 2 (Bow, Edge)
Dimensions: 290 (W) x 295 (D) x 47 (H) mm
11-7/16 (W) x 11-5/8 (D) x 1-7/8 (H) inches
Weight: 650 g / 1 lb 7 oz
Accessories: Wing Nut, Felt Washer, Stopper
CY-8
(Cymbal Pad)
Attaching the Cymbal Pad to a Stand
Bow Portion
Edge Portion
Pad Face
Output Jack
Stopper
(Be sure to
orient it correctly)
Tighten the bolt with
a tuning key.
Wing Nut
Felt Washer
Playing the CY-8
Specifications
Bow
Edge
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fig.FD-8.e
• The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp. Handle with care.
• When using on flooring, the anchor bolts may damage
the floor. Do not attach the anchor bolts.
• When the FD-8 is not going to be used for a long period
of time, move and fix the arm, allowing longer travel for
the pedal.
• To avoid damage, do not leave the FD-8 for extended
periods of time with the pedal plate depressed.
Using the FD-8, you can control the opening and closing of the
hi-hat sound.
Open Hi-Hat
Strike the hi-hat without pressing the pedal
Half Open Hi-Hat
Strike the hi-hat with the pedal pressed half-way
Closed Hi-Hat
Strike the hi-hat with the pedal pressed
Foot Closed
Completely press down the pedal
The volume of the Foot Closed sound can be adjusted
separately (TD-3 Owner’s Manual; p. 42).
• Connect the FD-8 to the TD-3 before turning on the
power.
• Do NOT press the pedal when turning on the power.
FD-8: Hi-Hat Control Pedal
Dimensions: 130 (W) x 396 (D) x 103 (H) mm
5-1/8 (W) x 15-5/8 (D) x 4-1/16 (H) inches
Weight: 1.3 kg / 2 lbs 14 oz
Accessories: Tuning Key
FD-8
(Hi-Hat Control Pedal)
Anchor Bolt
Pedal Plate
Control Out Jack
shallow
deep
Shift the Arm
Adjusting the Travel of the Pedal
Attaching the Anchor Bolts (When Using on the Carpet)
Anchor Bolt
Spring for
the Anchor Bolt
Loosen the nut with the included tuning key.
After adjusting, tighten the nut.
Using the FD-8
Specifications
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fig.KD-8.e
1. Remove the screws attached to the reverse side
of the KD-8’s trigger.
fig.KD-Assy01
2. Pull out the stand in the direction indicated by
the arrow until it is fully extended.
fig.KD-Assy02
3. Use the tuning key supplied with the FD-8 to
tighten the screws removed in Step 1 so that
the stand is firmly secured.
fig.KD-Assy03
4. Attach the kick pedal.
Position the beater so that it strikes the center of the head,
then secure the kick pedal and KD-8 firmly in place.
fig.KD-Assy04.e
Adjusting the Foot Plate Height
Depending on your kick pedal, it can be unstable when you
attach it to the KD-8. Be sure to adjust the foot plate height so
that the entire bottom surface of the pedal is attached to the
floor.
fig.KD-Assy05.e
KD-8
(Kick Trigger Pad)
Making the Settings
Anchor Bolt
Head
Foot Plate
Stand
Output Jack
Install the kick pedal securely.
Beater
Commercially Available Kick Pedal
Beater
* Adjust the height so that the entire pedal comes
into contact with the floor.
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1. Loosen the stand’s anchor bolts and remove
the foot plate.
fig.KD-Assy06
2. Set the kick pedal so that the entire bottom
surface is attached to the floor.
3. In most cases, the stand becomes somewhat
floated. Tighten the anchor bolts securely there
to fix the stand and foot plate.
fig.KD-Assy07.e
• Install the kick pedal securely.
• Take care not to pinch your fingers.
• The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp. Handle with care.
• When moving the setup, be sure to remove the screws
and fold the stand. Transporting the KD-8 while it
remains open may subject the stand to excessive strain
and result in damage to the stand.
Adjusting the Anchor Bolts
When using the kick pedal on a carpet or similar surface,
adjust the anchor bolts so their tips protrude from the plate
and secure the pedal in place; this will make it easier to use the
kick pedal.
However, when used on flooring, the anchor bolts may
damage the floor. Adjust the anchor bolts correctly.
fig.KD-Anchor.e
The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp. Handle with care.
When Using a Twin Pedal
fig.KD-Pedal1
Position the two beaters
equally apart from the center
of the pad as shown in the
figure at left. If one of the
beater is further away from the
center than the other, the
sound from the further beater
will be lower in volume, or
will not sound as desired.
fig.KD-Pedal2
Using a twin pedal will result
in lower sensitivity as
compared to when a single
pedal is used. Raise the
sensitivity on the sound
module.
KD-8: Kick Trigger Pad
Dimensions: 272 (W) x 260 (D) x 405 (H) mm
10-3/4 (W) x 10-1/4 (D) x 16 (H) inches
Weight: 2.9 kg / 6 lbs 7 oz
Accessories: Screws
This hight will vary depending
on your kick pedal.
Specifications
When Using on the Carpet When using on the Floor
Adjusting the Anchor Bolts
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.
921
To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power
on all devices before making any connections.
Using the provided cables, connect the pads, cymbal pads, hi-hat control pedal, and kick trigger.
fig.Setting1.e
fig.Label
1. Insert the plugs of connecting cables into the TRIGGER INPUT jacks on the rear
of the TD-3.
2. Insert the other plugs (opposite ends) into the TRIGGER OUTPUT jacks of the
pads.
* When you connect the cables, please refer to the labels that are attached to both ends of the cables.
* Set the trigger type for trigger input SNARE to “ ” (TD-3 Owner’s Manual; p. 50).
Assemble the “TD-3KV”
(HHC) (KIK)
(T1) (T2)
(T3)
(RD)
(CR1)
(SNR)
(HH)
TRIGGER INPUT jacks
SNR
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03898823 1PR
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