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. ............................................................................................................ Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device. ............................................................................................................ · 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. ............................................................................................................ · 008e 2 009 · 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! ............................................................................................................ 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 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 010 · · · 102d (modified) · 103b · 011 ............................................................................................................ · 012b 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, the power-supply cord, or the plug 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 · · 108b · 013 109b · 110b 014 · · ............................................................................................................ · 015 118 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. ............................................................................................................ 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. ............................................................................................................ · · 016 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 yo ...