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Roland PD-85 Owner's Manual

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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland PD-85 V-Pad.
201a
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES"
(p. 6; p. 7). 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.
VERY IMPORTANT!!!
BEFORE playing the pad, you must TUNE it to your preferred
playing tension. They are NOT tuned before shipping. Failure to
adjust tension may result in damage to the trigger sensor.
fig.Cover.e

Contents of the Package

❑ PD-85 (pad unit)
❑ Connection Cable
❑ Tuning Key
■ Owner's Manual (this manual)
Names of Components
202
03894956
'05-2-1N
Owner's Manual
Hoop (Rim)
Stand Fixing Screw
Holder
Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in
any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Tuning Bolt
Output Jack
Sensor
Head
Washer
Frame

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  • Page 1: Contents Of The Package

    Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland PD-85 V-Pad. 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6; p. 7). 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...

  • Page 2: Adjusting The Head Tension

    • Sometimes it does not sound (uneven volume). • The volume is too low (reduced sensitivity). • On the PD-85, 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.

  • Page 3: Attaching The Pad To A Stand

    Pass the rod through the pipe that is inside the holder. When attaching the PD-85 to a tom stand, check the dimensions of the rod. Depending on the dimensions of the rod, it may not be possible to attach the pad to the stand.

  • Page 4: Playing Methods

    Playing Methods Head Shots Hit only the head of the pad. With certain snare sounds, playing position will change the nuance of the sound. fig.HeadShot.e Head Rim Shots Strike the head and the rim of the pad simultaneously. fig.RimShot.e Head Cross Stick Only strike the rim of the pad.

  • Page 5: Head Replacement

    Specifications PD-85 (V-Pad) Pad size: Triggers: Dimensions: Weight: Accessories:...
  • Page 6 • When using the unit with a 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...

  • Page 7: Important Notes

    (Add) • Brushes can be used to play the PD-85 when the TD-20, TD-12, TD-10, or TD-8 is used as the sound module. When using brushes, be sure to use nylon brushes.
  • Page 8 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. PHILIPPINES AFRICA G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc. 339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue EGYPT Makati, Metro Manila 1200, Al Fanny Trading Office...

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