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Page 4 - IMPORTANT NOTES; Placement

4 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2–3, 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 t...

Page 5 - Getting Started; Setup Procedure

5 Getting Started Check the Contents of the Box ❑ TD-8 (Percussion Sound Module) x 1 ❑ KD-80 (V-Kick Trigger) x 1 ❑ FD-6 (Hi-Hat Control Pedal) x 1 ❑ PD-80R (V-Pad) x 1 ❑ PD-80 (V-Pad) x 3 ❑ CY-12R/C (V-Cymbal) X 2 ❑ PD-7 (Pad) x 1 ❑ Accessory Set x 1 ❑ Connection Cable Set x 1 ❑ Connection Cable (1...

Page 6 - About the Mesh Head; Adjusting the Head Tension

6 These strips are 7.5 mm and 7 mm in length. Use them for adjusting the head tension. 7.5 mm 7 mm About the Mesh Head Adjusting the Head Tension • On the KD-80, PD-80R, and PD-80, adjusting the head tension affects only the head response, and does not change the pitch of the sound, as it would on a...

Page 7 - Replacing the Head

7 Replacing the Head When the Head Should Be Replaced The head is an expendable item that eventually will wear out and need to be replaced. Replace the head when the following occurs: • The head surface is torn• Striking points are no longer detected correctly, even when the head tension is properly...

Page 8 - Setting Pads and Pedals

8 Setting Pads and Pedals KD-80 (V-Kick Trigger) Before using the KD-80, you need to adjust the head tension (p. 6). Assembling the KD-80 • Take care not to pinch your fingers between the KD-80 pad and the stand plate. • Please be aware that by using a felt beater, you risk causing damage to the hea...

Page 9 - Specifications

9 KD-80 (V-Kick Trigger) 7. Loosen the T-bolts for the stay and mount the legs on the stay. Install the legs as shown in the figure so that the ends of the legs protrude by about 1 inch (2 cm). fig.K05.e 8. Tighten the T-bolts to secure the legs to the stand. 9. Lift the KD-80 and place the stand an...

Page 11 - About the Output Jacks

11 CY-12R/C (V-Cymbal) prevents the cables from catching or getting tangle on the stand. fig.CY-03.e 2. Attach the CY-12R/C so the unit is oriented as shown in the diagram (bolt should be opposite the output jacks). 3. Tighten the wing nut to obtain the desired movement. Use the included felt washer...

Page 12 - Choking; Troubleshooting; Choke play is not possible

12 Choking Choking (pinching) the cymbal’s edge with the hand immediately after hitting the cymbal makes the sound stop. To make use of choking play techniques, you’ll need to connect to a trigger input jack on the percussion sound module that accommodates rim shots. f Troubleshooting The sound does...

Page 14 - Connect the pads and pedals to the TD-8

14 Connect the pads and pedals to the TD-8 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. fig.KIT01.e Hi-Hat Control Pedal FD-6 TD-8 Hi-Hat PD-7 Snare PD-80R Tom 1PD-80 Crash CY-12R/...

Page 15 - About the Included Cables

15 Connect the pads and pedals to the TD-8 About the Included Cables Using the provided cables, connect the pads and pedals to the TD-8. • Carefully refer to the numbers shown in the illustration and connect to the appropriate TRIGGER INPUT jacks on the TD-8’s rear panel. • Connect the L-shaped plug...

Page 16 - Information

Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. As of April 1, 2003 (Roland) ARGENTINA Instrumentos Musicales S.A. Av.Santa Fe 2055 (1123) Buenos AiresARGENTINATEL: (011) 4508-2700 BRAZIL Roland Brasil...