TD-3KW Owner's Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Drum System TD-3KW. 201a 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. * For the Snare (PDX-8) to function correctly, trigger parameters in the sound module TD-3 must be adjusted. 202 Copyright © 2006 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. 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. 001 006 · Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner's Manual. · ................................................................................................ 002b · Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit. (The only exception would be where this manual provides specific instructions which should be followed in order to put in place user-installable options; see p. 7.) 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: 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. Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. ................................................................................................ 011 ................................................................................................ 003 · · ................................................................................................ 013 · ................................................................................................ 004 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. Do not drop it! · ................................................................................................ 014 · 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. ................................................................................................ 005 · 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. ................................................................................................ 106 · · This unit should be used only with a rack or stand that is recommended by Roland. ................................................................................................ 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. ................................................................................................ 2 IMPORTANT NOTES 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. Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish. 356 · 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. Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation. 402 · 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. 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. 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). This instrument is designed to minimize the extraneous sounds produced when it's played. However, since sound vibrations can be transmitted through floors and walls to a greater degree than expected, take care not to allow these sounds to become a nuisance to neighbors, especially when performing at night and when using headphones. 556 · 558a · 558d · 3 Checking the Contents of the Box TD-3 (Percussion Sound Module) x 1 KD-8 (Kick Trigger Pad) x 1 FD-8 (Hi-Hat Control Pedal) x 1 PDX-8 (V-Pad) x 1 PD-8 (Pad) x 3 CY-5 (Cymbal Pad) x 1 CY-8 (Cymbal Pad) x 2 Connection Cables Tuning Key x 1 TD-3KW Owner's Manual x 1 MDS-3C (Drum Stand) Assemble the Drum Stand. About the Stand, refer to the owner's manual for the stand. Do NOT open the legs of the stand at more than 120 degrees, and NOT make the distance of both Right/Left end legs as more than 90cm (36 inches). If you do so, the stand could fall down. · 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. · This package does not include the CY-5 attachment set for cymbal. 962a 120° 120° 90 cm (36 inches) * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/ or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. TD-3 (Percussion Sound Module) Attach the mounting plate (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. 928 · 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. 929 Narrow · When turning the unit upside-down, handle with care to avoid dropping it, or allowing it to fall or tip over. Wide 4 USING THE UNIT SAFELY PDX-8 fig.PD-85.e_80 (Snare) Tuning Bolt Adjusting the Head Tension Before using the pad, tighten the head so that the tension is rather firm. Looseness in the head tension may result in problems such as failure of the PDX-8's rim shots to sound or double triggering. Hoop Rim Rubber Head Sensor Head Stand Fixing Screw Output Jack Shell Striking the head when the head tension is loose may damage the sensor. 1. Use a tuning key to tighten the tuning bolts. Strike the head to check the feel and response. fig.Adjust.e Holder Rim Sensor Loosen Tighten * Do NOT place your fingers inside the shell, as you may hurt yourself or cause damage to the PDX-8. Or when changing the head, do NOT touch any of the internal parts. Also, do not insert your fingers into the hole of the mounting bracket. 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. fig.Bolt 3 1 5 6 Head Sensor Rim Sensor 2 4 2. Fine-tune the adjustment while continuing to check the pad feel and response. Head Sensor · On the PDX-8, 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. · Head tension may slacken with the passage of time. Readjust the tension as needed. 5 USING THE UNIT SAFELY fig.RimShot.e Attaching the Pad to a Stand Attach the PDX-8 to a pad mount of the stand. Be sure to tighten the stand fixing screw securel. If it remain loose, double triggering may occur. fig.Stand.e Tighten Player Suitable position for rim shots Loosen Cross Stick Only strike the rim of the pad. Depending on the instrument assigned to the rim, you can play rim shots and/or cross stick sounds. fig.XStick.e Rod Playing Methods Head Shots fig.HeadShot.e Rim Rim * To play the cross stick, be sure that you only strike the rim of the pad. Placing your hand on the head of the pad might prevent the cross stick sound from being played properly. Head * Do not strike the hoop. For more on settings and tones, see the respective module's owner's manual. Rim Shots fig.RimShot.e If you hear a rim sound when you strike the head, decrease the "Rim Sensitivity ( )" value. )" If you cannot get a rim sound even when you strike the rim hard, increase the "Rim Sensitivity ( value. Rim * To play rim shots, strike the rim in the area shown in the diagram. 6 USING THE UNIT SAFELY Head Replacement 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: Slack portions remain in the head even when the head tension is properly adjusted. Replacement heads (optional): MH-8 Mesh Head Specifications PDX-8 Head Size: 8 inches Triggers: 2 (Head, Rim) Dimensions: 266 (W) x 326 (D) x 62 (H) mm 10-1/2 (W) x 12-7/8 (D) x 2-1/2 (H) inches Weight: 1.3 kg 2 lbs 14 oz Options: Mesh Head (MH-8) * The Rim rubber is one component that eventually wears out (the more so if numerous rim shots are performed), and will require replacement. Rim shots may not be performed correctly when the rim rubber is worn out. If this occurs, replace the rim rubber. Consult Roland Service for more on replacing the rim rubber. add 1. Remove all tuning bolts from the PDX-8. fig.Replace.e Loosen Tighten Tuning Key Tuning Bolt * Due to the nature of the materials used in the sensor, changes in room temperature may affect the sensitivity of the sensor. Hoop Head Hoop's Rubber Portion Sensor Shell 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. Pla ...