Owner's Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Percussion Sound Module TD-3. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 2) and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 4). 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. Convention Used in This Manual Words enclosed in square brackets indicate buttons on the panel. 202 Copyright © 2004 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. For the U.K. IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. BLUE: NEUTRAL BROWN: LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug. USING THE UNIT SAFELY Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. 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 other adverse effects respect to the home furnishings, as well animals or pets. to damage or caused with and all its to domestic 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. 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 powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet. · 001 Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner's Manual. ............................................................................................................ Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. ............................................................................................................ 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. ............................................................................................................ Never use or store the unit in places that are: 005 · This unit should be used only with a rack or stand that is recommended by Roland. ............................................................................................................ When using the unit with a rack or stand recommended by Roland, the rack or stand must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a rack or 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. ............................................................................................................ Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor's body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock. ............................................................................................................ Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards! ............................................................................................................ · 002c 006 · 003 · 008c · · 004 · 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. ............................................................................................................ · 009 2 010 · This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist. ............................................................................................................ Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. 101b · The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation. ............................................................................................................ This TD-3 for use only with Roland stand. Use with other stands is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury. ............................................................................................................ Always grasp only the output plug or the body of the AC adaptor when plugging into, or unplugging from, this unit or an outlet. ............................................................................................................ At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire. ............................................................................................................ 101c · 102d · 011 · · 103b ............................................................................................................ · 012c Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page when: · The AC adaptor or the power-supply cord has been damaged; or · If smoke or unusual odor occurs · Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or · The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or · The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. ............................................................................................................ 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. ............................................................................................................ Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!) · 104 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. ............................................................................................................ Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit. ............................................................................................................ Never handle the AC adaptor body, or its output plugs, with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit. ............................................................................................................ Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices. ............................................................................................................ Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 13, p. 15). ............................................................................................................ Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet. ............................................................................................................ Should you remove screws for attaching the stand holder, make sure to put them in a safe place out of children's reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally. ............................................................................................................ 106 · 107d · · 013 108b · · 014 · 109b ............................................................................................................ 015 · Do not force the unit's power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords--the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord's outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through. ............................................................................................................ 110b · 118 · · 016 Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page. ............................................................................................................ 3 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" on pages 2­3, please read and observe the following: Power Supply 301 · Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet. 302 · The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern. 307 · Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices. Repairs and Data 452 · Please be aware that all data contained in the unit's memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), 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 551 · Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit's memory in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer). 552 · Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit's memory or another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer) once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data. 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 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. 558a · To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit's volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night). 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 information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable. Placement 351 · Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference. 352a · This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers. 352b · Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off. 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 different, 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. 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. 402 · Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation. 4 Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY....................................................... 2 IMPORTANT NOTES ................................................................ 4 Features .................................................................................... 8 Panel Descriptions................................................................... 9 Top Panel............................................................................................................................... 9 Rear Panel ........................................................................................................................... 10 Side Panel ............................................................................................................................ 10 Setting Up the Kit................................................................... 11 Mounting the TD-3 on the Stand ..................................................................................... 11 Connecting the Pads and the Pedals ............................................................................... 12 Connecting Headphones, Audio Equipment, Amps, and Other Gear ...................... 13 Turning On/Off the Power .............................................................................................. 14 Turning Off the Power........................................................................................... 15 Choosing a Drum Kit ............................................................. 16 Hearing What the Kits Sound Like (Preview) ............................................................... 17 Playing the Drum Kit.............................................................. 18 Trigger Inputs and Triggering Possibilities ................................................................... 18 Playing the Pads................................................................................................................. 19 Head and Rim Shots............................................................................................... 19 Cross Stick on the Snare Pad................................................................................. 20 Cymbal Bow Shots/Edge Shots............................................................................ 20 Cymbal Choke......................................................................................................... 20 Hi-Hat Control Pedal......................................................................................................... 21 Creating Your Own Drum Kit ................................................ 22 Choosing a Drum Kit [DRUM KIT]................................................................................. 23 Selecting Sounds [INST].................................................................................................... 24 Instrument Volume & Pan [LEVEL/PAN] .................................................................... 25 Ambience Settings [AMBIENCE] .................................................................................... 26 Switching Ambience On/Off................................................................................ 26 Selecting the Ambience Type................................................................................ 26 Copying a Drum Kit [KIT COPY].................................................................................... 27 Playing with the Metronome (Click) ..................................... 28 Starting and Stopping the Metronome On/Off [CLICK]............................................. 28 Tempo Adjustment [TEMPO] .......................................................................................... 28 Setting the Time Signature [BEAT] ................................................................................. 29 Selecting a Rhythm Type [RHYTHM TYPE] ................................................................. 30 Selecting the Click Sound [CLICK INST] ....................................................................... 32 Volume Adjustment [CLICK LEVEL]............................................................................. 33 5 Contents Playing with a CD, Tape, or MD (Via MIX IN Jack) .............. 34 COACH Mode ......................................................................... 35 Setting Procedure ............................................................................................................... 35 Accuracy and Timing Exercises ....................................................................................... 36 Warm Up (Rhythmic Notes) ................................................................................. 36 Correctly Playing in Time with the Beat (Time Check) .................................... 36 Quiet Count--Developing Internal Timing Sense............................................. 37 Speed Check--8 Measure Timing Accuracy Challenge.................................... 37 Endurance and Stamina Exercises................................................................................... 38 Gradual Up/Down--Tempo Increase/Decrease Exercise............................... 38 Step Up/Down--Tempo Increase/Decrease in Steps ...................................... 38 Voice "Count In" / Visual Measure Counter ................................................................ 39 Count In and Measure Counter............................................................................ 39 Pad Adjustments.................................................................... 40 Adjusting Pad Sensitivity [PAD SENS] .......................................................................... 40 Eliminate Crosstalk Between Pads [XTALK CANCEL]............................................... 41 Hi-Hat Control Pedal Adjustment ......................................... 42 Adjusting the Hi-Hat's Foot Closed Level ..................................................................... 42 Factory Reset (Restoring the Factory Settings) ................. 43 About the Pads....................................................................... 44 Trigger Inputs and the Pads You Can Use..................................................................... 44 Trigger Input Functions......................................................................................... 44 About Polarity Switch............................................................................................ 44 Combinations of Pad and Trigger Input ............................................................. 45 Playing the Pads................................................................................................................. 46 Head Shots and Rim Shots .................................................................................... 46 Cross Stick on the Snare Pad................................................................................. 46 Cymbal Bow Shots/Edge Shots/Bell Shots........................................................ 47 Cymbal Choke......................................................................................................... 47 Pad Configuration Possibilities............................................ 48 Three Toms and Three Cymbals...................................................................................... 48 Two Toms and Four Cymbals.......................................................................................... 49 Pad and Trigger Settings ...................................................... 50 Selecting the Pad Type (Trigger Type) ........................................................................... 50 Adjusting Pad Sensitivity ................................................................................................. 52 Setting the Minimum Levels for the Pads (Threshold) ................................................ 53 How Playing Dynamics Changes the Volume (Velocity Curve) ................................ 54 Adjusting the Trigger Signal Detection Time (Scan Time) .......................................... 55 Detecting Trigger Signal Attenuation and Cancelling Incorrect Triggering (Retrigger Cancel) .............................................................................................................. 56 Eliminate Crosstalk Between Pads (Crosstalk Cancel)................................................. 57 Double Triggering Prevention (Mask Time).................................................................. 58 Rim Shots Response (Rim Sensitivity) ............................................................................ 59 Rim/Edge Dynamic Response (Rim Gain) .................................................................... 59 6 Contents MIDI Settings .......................................................................... 60 About MIDI......................................................................................................................... 60 MIDI Connectors .................................................................................................... 60 MIDI Note Number for Each Pad [NOTE#]................................................................... 60 When Only Using as a MIDI Controller (Local Control) ............................................. 62 Saving Data to an External MIDI Device (Bulk Dump) ............................................... 62 Loading Data to the TD-3 ...................................................................................... 63 Using MIDI ......................................................................................................................... 63 MIDI Channel.......................................................................................................... 63 Program Changes Transmitting/Receiving ....................................................... 63 Control Changes Using the Hi-Hat Control Pedal ............................................ 63 Messages for Transmitting Choking Information ............................................. 63 Triggering an External Sound Module from the TD-3...................................... 64 Recording to an External Sequencer .................................................................... 64 Using the TD-3 As a Sound Module .................................................................... 64 Troubleshooting / Error Messages....................................... 65 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 65 No Sound ................................................................................................................. 65 No Sound/Low Volume from Source Connected to the MIX IN Jack ........... 66 Drum Kit Does Not Sound As Intended ............................................................. 66 Pad Does Not Sound As Intended ....................................................................... 66 Sound is Distorted .................................................................................................. 66 Cannot Carry Out Bulk Dump ............................................................................. 66 Error Messages ................................................................................................................... 67 Drum Kit List .......................................................................... 68 Drum Instrument List............................................................. 69 MIDI Implementation Chart ................................................... 70 Specifications......................................................................... 71 Index........................................................................................ 72 7 Features Includes Carefully Selected Sounds for All Musical Styles for Live Performance or Practice 32 Different Drum Kits You can immediately start playing with a variety of drum kits, just by pushing a button. The kits have been created to cover all styles of music. 114 Instruments Create your own, original kits by selecting from the instrument list. Expressive Possibilities Play Rim Shots (p. 19, p. 46), Cymbal/Hi-Hat Edge Shots (p. 20, p. 47), and Use Cymbal/Hi-Hat Choking (p. 20, p. 47) Cross Stick Technique is Possible (p. 20, p. 46) Hi-Hat Control Pedal Provides Natural-Sounding Hi-Hat Performance (Open, Half-Open, Closed, Foot) (p. 21) Convenient Functions for Practicing Built-In Metronome (Click) for Practicing or Performing Uses (p. 28) Internal Intelligent "Coach" Function Makes Practicing Fun and Challenging (p. 35) MIX IN Jack Allows You to Practice an External Audio Source (CD, MD) (p. 34) Expandability & Compatibility Connect a Combination of Up to 9 Pads, Cymbals, and Kick Triggers (p. 44) Pads (PD-8, PD-6, PD-7, PD-9, PD-80, PD-80R, PD-100, PD-105, PD-120, PD-125) Cymbals (CY-8, CY-6, CY-12R/C, CY-12H, CY-14C, CY-15R) Kick Triggers (KD-8, KD-7, KD-80, KD-120) Acoustic Drum Triggers (RT-3T, RT-5S, RT-7K) Functions as a MIDI Sound Module and as a MIDI Controller. (p. 64) 8 Panel Descriptions Top Panel fig.front 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Display 7 8 9 10 11 12 7. INST Button Displays the instrument number for the pad being played. The screen displays the drum kit number, tempo, parameter settings, and other such information. 8. LEVEL/PAN Button Each press of this button alternates between level (volume) and pan (position in the stereo field--left/right). 2. Trigger Indicators The indicator for the struck pad lights up. When [EDIT] is pressed, the indicator corresponding to the selected parameter lights up. 9. TEMPO Button Displays the tempo settings of the metronome. 3. Rim Indicator This trigger indicator simultaneously lights when you strike the rim or edge. 10. COACH Button This switches the TD-3 to Coach mode (p. 35). 4. AMBIENCE Button Turns the ambience (Room Reverberation) on and off (p. 26). 11. EDIT Button Use this for setting the kit parameters (p. 22), click parameters (p. 28) and pad parameters (p. 40, p. 50, p. 60). 5. CLICK Button Turns the metronome (click) on/off. 12. +/- Button These are used to make changes in the settings values. 6. DRUM KIT Button Displays the drum kit number. 9 Panel Descriptions Rear Panel fig.rear 13 14 15 19 18 17 16 13. VOLUME Knob Adjusts the volume of the TD-3 in both the headphones and various output jacks. 16. HH CTRL (Hi-Hat Control) Jack Connect a hi-hat control pedal optional FD-7/FD-6; or FD-8 included with the TD-3Kit. (p. 12) 14. OUTPUT Jacks (L (MONO), R) For connecting to your amp or audio system. For monaural output use the L/MONO jack (p. 13). 17. MIX IN Jack For connecting CD, MD, cassette player, or other audio source (p. 34). Sound input to this jack will be output from the OUTPUT jacks and the PHONES jack. 15. TRIGGER INPUT Jacks For connecting pads, cymbals, and kick triggers (Optional or those included with the kit) (p. 12). For more detailed information on each trigger input, refer to Trigger Inputs and the Pads You Can Use (p. 44). 18. AC Adaptor Jack Connect the supplied AC adaptor to this jack (p. 13). 19. POWER Switch Turns the power on/off (p. 14). Side Panel fig.side 20 20. Security Slot ( ) 21 22 22. PHONES Jack A pair of stereo headphones can be connected to this jack (p. 13). Connecting the headphones will not mute the output from the output jacks. http://www.kensington.com/ 21. MIDI Connectors (IN, OUT) IN: For a MIDI source (sequencer, keyboard, or other MIDI device) to play sounds in the TD-3, or to load data from a MIDI sequencer. OUT: When using the TD-3/pads to play sounds in an external MIDI sound module, or when saving the TD-3's data to a MIDI sequencer. (p. 60) 10 Setting Up the Kit Mounting the TD-3 on the Stand 1. 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. ONLY Use the 8 mm screws (M5 x 8) provided with the TD-3. Other screws may damage the unit. fig.P-001.e Narrow Wide 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. When turning the unit upside-down, handle with care to avoid dropping it, or allowing it to fall or tip over. 2. Attach the TD-3 and stand holder to the drum stand (such as the optional MDS-3C). See the owner's manual for the stand for details on assembling the drum stand and attaching the TD-3. The optional APC-33 All Purpose Clamp can be attached to a pipe of 10.5mm­30 mm radius in case you want to mount the TD-3 on a cymbal stand or other such stand. 11 Setting Up the Kit Connecting the Pads and the Pedals Using the provided cables, connect the pads, cymbal pads, hi-hat control pedal, and kick trigger. Setting Example fig.P-004.e TRIGGER INPUT jacks CRASH 1 CY-8 RIDE CY-8 TOM 1 PD-8 TD-3 HI-HAT PD-8 TOM 3 PD-8 SNARE PD-8 KICK KD-8 HH CTRL FD-8 For more examples showing other ways to connect the TD-3, see "Pad Configuration Possibilities" (p. 48). 12 Setting Up the Kit Connecting Headphones, Audio Equipment, Amps, and Other Gear fig.P-005.e R L Phone type Stereo phone type Stereo miniature phone type CD/MD player, etc. 1. Turn off the power of all devices before you make connections. 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. 2. 3. 4. Connect the OUTPUT L(MONO) and R jacks on the rear panel to your audio system or amp. Headphones should ONLY be connected to the PHONES jack. Connect the supplied AC adaptor to the AC adaptor jack. Plug the AC adaptor plug into a power outlet. The TD-3's MIX IN Jack allows you to play along with a CD or other audio sources (p. 34). 13 Setting Up the Kit Turning On/Off the Power * Once the connections have been completed (p. 12, p. 13), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. fig.P-006 1, 5 3 1. 2. 3. Turn the VOLUME knob on the TD-3's rear panel completely to the left to lower the volume to "0." Turn down the volume control on the connected amp or audio system. Set the POWER switch to the "ON" position to turn on the power. * Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before switching on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you may still hear some sound when the power is switched on, but this is normal, and does not indicate a malfunction. Precautions When Turning on the Power fig.P-007 After the power is turned on, the drum kit number appears in the display; do NOT hit any pad or press any pedal until [DRUM KIT] has lighted. Doing so can cause triggering problems. 4. 5. Turn on the power to the connected amp or audio system. While hitting a pad, gradually turn the VOLUME knob to the right to adjust the volume level. 14 Setting Up the Kit No Sound When Hitting the Pads or Using the Pedals? Check the following points. When Using an Amp or Audio System · Is the amp or audio system volume setting correct? · Are the TD-3 and the amp or audio system connected correctly? · Is there a problem with any connector cable? · Have the input select settings of your audio system or amp been made correctly? When using headphones · Are the headphones connected to the PHONES jack? Turning Off the Power 1. 2. 3. Completely turn down the volume of the TD-3 and any connected external devices. Turn off the power to all external devices. Set the TD-3's POWER switch to the "OFF" position to turn off the power. 15 Choosing a Drum Kit The TD-3 comes with 32 preset drum kits. To see what types of drum kits there are, refer to "Drum Kit List" (p. 68). Each drum kit has its own settings: pad/instrument parameters etc. For details, refer to p. 22. fig.P-019 1 1. Press [DRUM KIT]. [DRUM KIT] lights, and the drum kit number appears. Hit the pads to hear the sounds that are played. Press [+] or [-] to select another kit. 2 2. 16 Choosing a Drum Kit Hearing What the Kits Sound Like (Preview) You can preview the sound of the currently selected drum kit. fig.01-003 1 1. With a drum kit selected, hold down [DRUM KIT] and press [INST]. The kit preview pattern is played repeatedly. (loop mode) Trigger or rim indicators light up for the pad whose sound is being played. * Kit preview patterns are always played at a tempo of 94 (quarter-note) beats per minute, regardless of the tempo setting for the metronome (p. 28). 2. Press [DRUM KIT] to stop the kit preview pattern. You can press [+] and [-] while the kit preview pattern is playing to switch to other drum kits. Press [AMBIENCE] to turn the Ambience (p. 26) on and off. Caution Concerning Volume When playing back the kit preview pattern, rotate the VOLUME knob to the left (counterclockwise) to bring the volume level down. The sound levels (volume) of the instruments may be louder when the preview pattern is played back. 17 Playing the Drum Kit fig.Play-00 AMBIENCE CLICK INST TEMPO · · · · Pressing [INST] allows you to change the instrument (p. 24). Pressing [AMBIENCE] switch the Ambience on and off (p. 26). Pressing [CLICK] (metronome) starts the metronome (p. 28). Press [TEMPO] to adjust the tempo (p. 28). Trigger Inputs and Triggering Possibilities fig.P-011.e TOM 3 Head TOM 2 Head TOM 1 Head SNARE Head Rim KICK Head The following trigger inputs allow you to play either rim shots and cross stick on the snare pad, or cymbal edge shots and choking, and other techniques. The trigger inputs capable of handling dual triggering pads/triggers are as follows. · · · · · SNARE HI-HAT CRASH 1 CRASH 2 RIDE RIDE Bow (Head) Edge (Rim) CRASH2 Bow (Head) Edge (Rim) CRASH1 Bow (Head) Edge (Rim) HI-HAT Bow (Head) Edge (Rim) 18 Playing the Drum Kit Playing the Pads Head and Rim Shots When Playing the Snare fig.Play-01.e Head Shot Rim Shot 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. Head Head Rim Be sure the Snare pad is connected to the SNARE trigger input jack. Certain instrument names, for example: "S1" as the snare head instrument and "S1r" as the rim instrument are actually "matched" as it is the head and rim from the same drum. ( Selecting Sounds [INST] (p. 24)) When Playing the Hi-Hat fig.Play-04.e Bow Shot Edge Shot 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. Head Rim When you select "H01" as the HI-HAT bow (head) instrument and "H02" as the edge (rim) instrument (or "H03" for the bow and "H04" for the edge), you will notice they correspond to the same hi-hat. ( Selecting Sounds [INST] (p. 24)) 19 Playing the Drum Kit Cross Stick on the Snare Pad fig.Play-02.e Rim Rim The cross stick sound is sometimes referred to as a "closed rim shot." When using the PD-8 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. Be sure the Snare pad is connected to the SNARE trigger input jack. To play a cross stick sound, assign "S1r," "S2r," "S3r," "S4r," "S10," or "S11" to the rim. By selecting either "S1r," "S2r," "S3r," or "S4r" as the SNARE rim instrument, you can have either rim shot or cross stick sounds sound depending on how you play the instrument. ( Selecting Sounds [INST] (p. 24)) fig.Play-02a.e PD-8 Rim You can also trigger cross stick sounds on the PD-8 more easily by playing just the rim strongly. Cymbal Bow Shots/Edge Shots Bow shots produce the sound assigned to the head and edge shots produce the sound assigned to the rim. fig.Play-03.e Bow Shot Bow Edge Shot Edge With "rd1" or "rd4" selected for the RIDE bow (head) instrument, you can switch between the bow shot sound or the bell shot sound according your playing velocity (how hard you hit). ( Selecting Sounds [INST] (p. 24)) Cymbal Choke Squeezing the rim portion of the pad, just after hitting it, allows you to mute or choke the sound. This technique is known as choking. fig.P-017 20 Playing the Drum Kit Hi-Hat Control Pedal Using a hi-hat control pedal (FD-8; FD-7, or FD-6), you can control the opening and closing of the hi-hat sound. fig.P-018 FD-8 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. (p. 42). · Connect the hi-hat control pedal to the TD-3 before turning on the power. · Do NOT press the pedal when turning on the power. 21 Creating Your Own Drum Kit Drum Kits KIT settings include sounds assigned to pads/rims, individual level, pan, Ambience Type and MIDI Note #. fig.01-001.e Drum Kit #32 Drum Kit #1 Pad Settings HI-HAT Bow (Head) Edge (Rim) CRASH1 Bow (Head) Edge (Rim) CRASH2 Bow (Head) Edge (Rim) RIDE Bow (Head) Edge (Rim) KICK Head SNARE Head Rim TOM 1 Head TOM 2 Head TOM 3 Head Inst (Instrument), Level, Pan, MIDI Note Number Ambience Settings Ambience Type · There are 32 drum kits. · You can modify them as you like. Restoring drum kits to their original factory settings is always possible. Refer to "Copying a Drum Kit [KIT COPY]" (p. 27). 22 Creating Your Own Drum Kit Choosing a Drum Kit [DRUM KIT] When you change a drum kit, settings for each pad, ambience, etc. are also changed. The original "Drum Kit List" can be found on p. 68. fig.P-019 1 1. Press [DRUM KIT]. [DRUM KIT] is lit and the drum kit number appears. 2 2. Press [+] or [-] to select a kit. When holding down [+] and pressing [-] values increase rapidly. When holding down [-] and pressing [+] values decrease rapidly. DRUM KIT NUMBER: 1­32 23 Creating Your Own Drum Kit Selecting Sounds [INST] How to assign instruments (sounds) to individual pads or pedals. When using rim/edge-capable pads, select the sounds separately by hitting either the head (bow if a Cymbal pad) or rim (edge if a Cymbal pad). To see the available instruments, refer to "Drum Instrument List" (p. 69). fig.01-004 1 1. Press [INST]. [INST] flashes. 3 2. Hit the pad you wish to set. The trigger indicator for the struck pad lights, and the instrument number appears. When the rim (edge) is struck, the rim indicator lights up. Press [+] or [-] to select the instrument. When holding down [+] and pressing [-] values increase rapidly. When holding down [-] and pressing [+] values decrease rapidly. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to make the settings for other pads or pedals. When you're finished, press [DRUM KIT]; the [INST] light goes off. Do not turn off the power without the [INST] light having gone out. Otherwise you will lose the changes you have just made. 3. 4. 5. 24 Creating Your Own Drum Kit Instrument Volume & Pan [LEVEL/PAN] Every sound in the kit assigned to a pad or pedal has individual level (volume) and pan (position) controls. When using rim- and edge-capable pads, you can adjust the level for the head (or bow) and rim (or edge) individually. Pan position for the head (bow) and rim (edge) are the same however. fig.01-005a 1, 3 1. Press [LEVEL/PAN]. [LEVEL/PAN] flashes. 3 2. Hit the pad you wish to set. The trigger indicator for the struck pad lights up, and the level or pan value appears in the display. When the rim (edge) is struck, the rim indicator lights up. Press [LEVEL/PAN] and [+] or [-] to set the level or pan. The level and pan values alternate in the display each time [LEVEL/PAN] is pressed. fig.01-005.e 3. Level Pan Switches each time [LEVEL/PAN] is pressed When holding down [+] and pressing [-] values increase rapidly. When holding down [-] and pressing [+] values decrease rapidly. (When using the above mentioned, "quick" mode, the pan value will stop once it reaches "Ctr.") LEVEL: 0­15 PAN: L15 (left)­Ctr (center)­r15 (right) 4. 5. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to make the settings for other pads or pedals. When you're finished, press [DRUM KIT]; the [LEVEL/PAN] light goes off. Do not turn off the power without the [LEVEL/PAN] light having gone out. Otherwise you will lose the changes you have just made. 25 Creating Your Own Drum Kit Ambience Settings [AMBIENCE] Ambience (15 types) A choice of Ambience or "room simulation" effects are available for each kit on an individual basis. The choices include different sized rooms or even a selection of "compressed" types. Switching Ambience On/Off 1. Press [AMBIENCE] to turn it on or off. If [AMBIENCE] is lit: the ambience on If [AMBIENCE] is unlit: the ambience off Ambience On/Off settings can NOT be saved for individual drum kits. If you want the Ambience on or off each time the power is turned on, press [DRUM KIT] while the Ambience is on or when off. Selecting the Ambience Type The TD-3 provides 15 different pre-programmed Ambience settings. They are applied equally to all sounds in the kit. Ambience is also applied to the click (metronome) sound. 1. Press [EDIT]. [EDIT] flashes. Press [EDIT] a few times until the AMBIENCE indicator is lit. The ambience type number appears. fig.01-006 2. Hold down [EDIT] and press [-] to have the indicators light in the reverse order of that when only [EDIT] is pressed. 3. Press [+] or [-] to select the ambience type. Type n 1, n 2, n 3 b 1, b 2, b 3 d 1, d 2, d 3 c 1, c 2, c 3 C 1, C 2, C 3 Description Natural room reverberation. Light, airy reverberation. Warm and mellow reverberation. Boosted attack gives the sound greater punch. Warm reverberation is also added. Boosted attack gives the sound greater punch. Shallow room reverberation is also added. As the number increases the room size changes, making the effect more obvious. More compression is applied as the number increases, giving the sound greater "punch." 4. When you're finished, press [DRUM KIT]; the [EDIT] light goes off. Do not turn off the power without the [EDIT] light having gone out. Otherwise you will lose the changes you have just made. 26 Creating Your Own Drum Kit Copying a Drum Kit [KIT COPY] All elements of a Kit can be copied: instrument, level, pan, ambience, etc. This operation will delete all settings in the currently selected drum kit. Double check before executing this function. fig.01-006a 4 1. 2 2, 5 3 Select a drum kit. This kit becomes the copy "destination." Hold down [COACH] and press [EDIT]. "CPy" appears and [EDIT] flashes rapidly, the kit you select here will be the copy "source." Press [+] or [-] to select the copy-source drum kit. When holding down [+] and pressing [-] values increase rapidly. When holding down [-] and pressing [+] values decrease rapidly. (Settings values stop changing once "P1" is reached.) U 1­U32: Drum Kits P 1­P32: Factory Setting Drum Kits You can play the pads to here the sounds of the copy source kit. A dot (".") after the drum kit number lights up if you select the copy destination as the copy source. Drum kit marked with "P" as the copy source (P01­P32) will restore original factory drum kits. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press [DRUM KIT] to cancel the operation. Hold down [EDIT] to execute the copy. When the copy is completed, [DRUM KIT] lights up, and the drum kit number returns to the display. 27 Playing with the Metronome (Click) Starting and Stopping the Metronome On/Off [CLICK] fig.01-010 1 1. Press [CLICK] to turn ON and OFF. [CLICK] lights, and the click sound begins to play. Tempo Adjustment [TEMPO] fig.01-010a 3 1. 2. Press [TEMPO]. 1 2 Press [+] or [-] to raise or lower the tempo by one BPM (Beats Per Minute). When holding down [+] and pressing [-] values increase a step from the current tempo setting. When holding down [-] and pressing [+] values decrease a step from the current tempo setting. TEMPO: 20­260 When you're finished, press [DRUM KIT] to return the drum kit number to the display. Do not turn off the power without returning to the drum kit number display. Otherwise you will lose the changes you have just made. 3. 28 Playing with the Metronome (Click) Setting the Time Signature [BEAT] fig.01-013 5 1. Press [EDIT]. [EDIT] flashes. 1, 2, 4 3