Roland V-Drums V-Tour TD-15K User manual

01 Stand TD-15K parts
02 03
04 05
Adjusting the head tension
1. Finger-tighten all of the tuning bolts in the
sequence shown in the illustration.
The appropriate amount of tension is one
that will provide approximately the same
striking response as on an acoustic drum.
2. Use the drum key to adjust the tension as
needed.
V-Cymbal for
crash (CY-12C)
V-Cymbal for ride
(CY-13R)
As seen from the front
Loosen
Tighten
Rod
Upper clutch
Clutch felt (small)
Clutch felt (large)
Lower clutch
Align with indentation
While pressing
Use Drum Key
to tighten
Stand (MDS-9V) Hi-hat mount Cymbal mount x 2
Cable clip x 4
Cable tie x 2
Drum key
MDS-9V Owner’s
manual
1/4” plug (mono)
Stereo
1/4” plug
To AC outlet
Indicator
Amplied speakers, etc.
Stereo
headphones
AC adaptor
To prevent the inadvertent
disruption of power to
your unit (should the plug
be pulled out accidentally),
and to avoid applying
undue stress to the DC IN
jack, anchor the power
cord using the cord hook,
as shown in the illustration.
* To prevent malfunction and equipment
failure, always turn down the volume,
and turn o all the units before making
any connections.
Check the included items
Setup Guide
Hi-hat control
pedal (FD-8)
Kick pad (KD-9) Cymbal pad for
hi-hat (CY-5)
V-Pad for snare/tom
(PDX-8 x 2)
V-Pad for tom
(PDX-6 x 2)
Drum sound
module (TD-15)
Assemble the stand Attach the parts
Connect the AC adaptor and speakers
Attach the snare (PDX-8) and
toms (PDX-6, PDX-8)
Attach the hi-hat (CY-5)
Attach the crash cymbal (CY-12C) and ride cymbal (CY-13R)
Attach the drum sound module (TD-15) Assemble the hi-hat control pedal (FD-8)
This completes assembly and connections.
Connection cable
(special for TD-15)
AC adaptor
Manual set
Setup Guide (this document)
TD-15 Owner’s Manual
1.2 m
135˚ 135˚
Attach the kick pedal (KD-9)
Install the kick pedal
securely.
Detailed explanation of each part
As soon as you open the package, check to see that all items are included. If anything is missing, please contact your dealer.
* Use a commercially available kick pedal.
4 3
2 5
6 1 4 1
2 3
5
PDX-8 PDX-6
Loosen with the drum key,
and tighten after adjusting
Deeper
Shallower
Slide the arm
Adjusting the pedal depth
Anchor bolt
Attach the anchor bolt
(if installing on a drum mat)
Anchor bolt
Spring for the
anchor bolt
PDX-6 PDX-6
PDX-8 PDX-8
KD-9
CY-5
CY-12C
CY-13R
TD-15
FD-8
Connection procedure
Knob
RD
RDB
CR1
T2 T1 HH
HHC
TD-15
KIK
SNR
T3
RD plug
RDB plug BELL
OUTPUT jack
BOW/EDGE
OUTPUT jack
* Use the drum key included with the MDS-9V to assemble the parts and make adjustments.
D: Cymbal mounts
C: Pad mounts
B: Snare pipe
A: Hand knobs
If the stand wobbles,
loosen this bolt and
adjust the height.
E: Hi-hat mount
Assembly procedure
1. Loosen the hand knobs
(A, two locations) and
spread open the left and
right legs of the stand as
shown in the illustration.
3. Adjust the pad mounts
(C, four locations) as
shown in the illustration.
2. Loosen the hand knob
of the snare pipe (B), and
pull out the snare pipe
toward the side of the
performer.
4. Attach the cymbal mounts
(D, two locations) and
hi-hat mount (E) as shown
in the illustration.
* Do not spread open the stand farther than 135 degrees as shown in the illustration.
Nor should you spread the stand wider than 1.2 meters (48 inches).
Tighten the wing nut to
obtain an appropriate
amount of sway.
Attach the stopper so
that the bolt is on the
right-hand side, from the
performer’s perspective.
Tighten the bolt with a drum key.
Stopper
Connect the pads to the drum
sound module
* Insert the plug rmly,
making sure it’s all
the way in.
1. Connect the cable to the
TD-15 as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the connector all the
way, then turn the knobs
to fasten it securely.
2. Labels indicating the
pad to be connected are
attached to the cable.
Make connections as
shown in the illustration.
When you’ve nished making connections, turn on the power as described
in the TD-15 Owner’s Manual, and verify that you can hear sound.
Copyright © 2012 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES.”
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, Setup Guide and
Owner’s Manuals should be read in its entirety. The setup guide and manuals should be saved and kept on hand
as a convenient reference.
01
 KD-9 (Kick)
02
Position the beater so that it strikes
the center of the head, then secure the
kick pedal and KD-9 rmly in place.
NOTE
* Install the kick pedal securely.
* Take care not to pinch your ngers.
* Depending on how you’re using the unit,
the bolts that attach the pedal to the plate
could become loose, causing the pedal to
rattle during performance.
In such cases, use commercially available
tools to tighten the bolts.
Adjusting the Anchor Bolts.
When using the kick pedal on a carpet or on a
drum mat (TDM series), the slip-prevention tape
that’s on the base should prevent the KD-9 from
moving around.
However, if that’s not enough to keep the KD-9
in a xed position, you can adjust things so that
the tips of the anchor bolts protrude through the
base. That should keep it in place and make it
easier for you to play.
When Using a Twin Pedal
Position the two beaters equally apart from the center of the pad as
shown in the gure 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.
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.
For details, see “Setting the Pad Sensitivity [F2] (BASIC)” in the owner’s
manual.
NOTE
* When used on ooring, the anchor bolts
may damage the oor. Adjust the anchor
bolts correctly.
* The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp.
Handle with care
Component names
* Use a commercially available kick pedal.
Other side
Attach the kick pedal.
Beater
Install the kick pedal
securely.
03
Step on the kick pedal and make sure that it’s properly attached and in a stable position.
Check to make sure that the base of the KD-9 and the kick pedal both make
contact with the oor.
Output jack
Head
Anchor bolts
Base Mounting plate for the kick pedal
Slip-prevention tape
When using on the carpet or
drum mat
When using on
the oor
* A variety of commercially available beaters
can be used, including felt, plastic, or
wood types.
However if a felt beater is used, the felt
may leave marks on the striking surface.
* Fasten the cables so that they will not obstruct your playing; use cable clips
at locations marked , and cable ties at locations marked .
Make sure to wrap the cable ties around the pipes.
* The tip of the mount is sharp. Handle it with care.
* When setting up or storing the stand, be careful not to pinch the ngers you use to
handle the stand.
Check to be sure they’re making contact with the oor
Bolt
Base
Wing nut
Felt washer
“Roland” logo on the
farther side

Component names
Detailed explanation of each part
 PDX-8 (Snare/Tom)  PDX-6 (Tom) * This explanation shows an illustration of the PDX-8.
The PDX-8 and PDX-6 dier in diameter and in the number of tuning bolts, but their functionality is identical.
Head replacement procedure
NOTE
* Be sure to adjust the head tension of the PDX-8/PDX-6 before use.
* Adjusting the head tension aects only the head response, and does
not change the pitch of the sound as it would on an acoustic drum.
Pitch adjustments are made by editing the sound in your drum sound
module.
For details, refer to the owner’s manual of the drum sound module
you’re using.
* Striking the head when the head tension is loose may damage the
sensor and head.
* Do not apply excessive force to the sensor and cushion located under
the head. Doing so can interfere with accurate detection, and may
damage it.
* Due to the nature of the materials used in the sensor of the PDX-8/PDX-
6, changes in room temperature may aect the sensitivity of the sensor.
* The performance of the head and/or rim rubber will diminish with use
over time.
If the head surface or the rim rubber becomes torn, or if the head is still
slack even after you’ve adjusted its tension, or if a malfunction occurs
when you play a rim shot, please replace the head or rim rubber.
For replacement heads or to have the rim rubber replaced, please
contact your dealer or a Roland service center.
PDX-8 component names
1. Remove all tuning bolts and washers.
* Do not apply excessive force to the sensor and
cushion located under the head. Doing so can
interfere with accurate detection, and may damage
it.
2. Remove the hoop.
3. Remove the old head.
4. Place the new head on the shell.
5. Place the hoop on the head.
6. Attach the tuning bolts to the hoop and
shell.
7. Adjust the head tension.
For details, refer to the explanation on the
opposite side of this leaet.
Wing nut
Hoop
Head
Tuning bolts
OUTPUT jack
Rim rubber Head
sensor
Shell
Rim sensor
Holder
Suitable position
for rim shots
Player
Loosen Tighten
Drum key
Tuning bolts
Hoop
Head
Rim rubber
Shell
Head sensor
Rim sensor
 CY-12C (Crash) CY-5 (Hi-hat)  CY-13R (Ride)
CY-12C component names
CY-5 component names CY-13R component names
Pad face
Bow
Edge
OUTPUT jack
BOW/EDGE
OUTPUT jack
Pad face
Bow
Edge
Bell
BELL
OUTPUT jack
Pad face
Bow
Edge
BOW/EDGE
OUTPUT jack
NOTE
Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but this will not aect the Pad’s function.
Fixing the cables
(CY-12C/CY-13R)
Anchor bolt
Arm
Control out jack
Pedal plate
NOTE
* The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp.
Handle with care.
* When using on hard-surfaced ooring, the
anchor bolts may damage the oor. Do not
attach the anchor bolts
* To adjust the travel of the pedal, loosen the
arm bolt.
 FD-8 (Hi-hat control pedal)
Secure the cable
in place with the
cable tie
Leave some slack
in the cable
Be sure to make this
small plastic hook
visible from you. Wind a cable tie
around the pipe and
tighten it in order to
not to slip
Wind a cable tie around
a cable
Insert the small plastic hook to
a hole to secure the cable to the
cymbal arm.
WARNING
002b
Do not disassemble or modify by yourself
Do not open or perform any internal
modi cations on the unit. (The only
exception would be where this
manual provides speci c instructions
which should be followed in order to
put in place user-installable options.)
003
Do not repair or replace parts by yourself
Do not attempt to repair the unit,
or replace parts within it (except
when this manual provides speci c
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.”
004
Do not use or store in the following types of
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  oors); 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.
005a
Use only stand (MDS series) that is recommended
This unit should be used only
with a stand (MDS series) that is
recommended by Roland.
006a
Do not place in an unstable location
When using the unit with a stand
(MDS series) recommended by
Roland, the stand must be carefully
placed so it is level and sure to
remain stable. If not using a stand,
you still need to make sure that any
location you choose for placing the
unit provides a level surface that will
properly support the unit, and keep
it from wobbling.
WARNING
011
Don’t allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit;
never place containers with liquid on unit
Do not place containers containing
liquid on this product. Never allow
foreign objects (e.g.,  ammable
objects, coins, wires) or liquids
(e.g., water or juice) to enter this
product. Doing so may cause short
circuits, faulty operation, or other
malfunctions.
013
Adults must provide supervision in places where
children are present
When using the unit in locations
where children are present, be
careful so no mishandling of the
unit can take place. An adult should
always be on hand to provide
supervision and guidance.
014
Do not drop or subject to strong impact
Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
CAUTION
101c
Use only the speci ed stand (s)
This unit is designed to be used in
combination with speci c stands
(MDS series) manufactured by
Roland. If used in combination with
other stands, you risk sustaining
injuries as the result of this product
dropping down or toppling over due
to a lack of stability.
101f
Evaluate safety issues before using stands
Even if you observe the cautions
given in the owner’s manual and
setup guide, certain types of
handling may allow this product to
cause the stand to overturn.
Please be mindful of any safety issues
before using this product.
104
Manage cables for safety
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.
CAUTION
106
Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy
objects on it
Never climb on top of, nor place
heavy objects on the unit.
118d
Keep small items out of the reach of children
To prevent accidental ingestion
of the parts listed below, always
keep them out of the reach of small
children.
• Removable Parts
nuts, washers, screws, anchor bolts,
springs
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.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices About the Symbols
ALWAYS 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.
355b
• When moved from one location to another where the
temperature and/or humidity is very di erent, water
droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage
or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in
this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must
allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation
has completely evaporated.
356
• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on
this unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor
or otherwise harmfully a ect the  nish.
361
• Do not put anything that contains water on this unit. Also,
avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish,
spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid
that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.
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.
(KD-9)
As routine maintenance, you should wipe the striking
surface using a dry, soft cloth.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind,
to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Additional Precautions
• The rubber portion of the striking surface is treated with a
preservative to maintain its performance. With the passage
of time, this preservative may appear on the surface as
a white stain, or reveal how the pads were struck during
product testing. This does not a ect the performance or
functionality of the product, and you may continue using it
with con dence.
• Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but
this will not a ect the Pad’s function.
• Do not insert hands or  ngers into the locations indicated
with arrows in the illustrations. Otherwise, you risk getting
injured or causing damage to the product.
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.
556
• When 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.
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.
926a
• When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume
level of equipment connected to the inputs (MIX IN jack)
may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do
not contain resistors.
962a
• In the interest of product improvement, the speci cations
and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change
without prior notice.
Copyrights/Licences/Trademarks
C-01-1
• It is forbidden by law to make an audio recording, video
recording, copy or revision of a third party’s copyrighted
work (musical work, video work, broadcast, live
performance, or other work), whether in whole or in part,
and distribute, sell, lease, perform, or broadcast it without
the permission of the copyright owner.
C-01-2
• Do not use this product for purposes that could infringe
on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no
responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements
of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this
product.
C-03-4
• The copyright of content in this product (the sound
waveform data, style data, accompaniment patterns, phrase
data, audio loops and image data) is reserved by Roland
Corporation.
C-03-5
• Purchasers of this product are permitted to utilize said
content for the creating, performing, recording and
distributing original musical works.
C-03-6
• Purchasers of this product are NOT permitted to extract
said content in original or modi ed form, for the purpose
of distributing recorded medium of said content or making
them available on a computer network.
2a
• MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent
portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture,
which was developed by Technology Properties Limited
(TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL
Group.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed
from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multimedia
Corporation.
• ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
3a
• Roland, SuperNATURAL, V-Drums, V-Cymbals, V-TOUR
are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
T-01
• Company names and product names appearing in this
document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective owners.
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