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Roland TD-20K Owner's Manual

Roland TD-20K Owner's Manual

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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the TD-20K Roland Drum System.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 2) and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (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.
TD-20K_BK.eps
Check the Contents of the Box
• TD-20 (Percussion Sound Module) x 1
• PD-125 (V-Pad) x 3
• CY-15R (V-Cymbal Ride) x 1
* The tuning key is included in the VH-12 package.
* The TD-20 Owner's Manual is included in the TD-20 package.
* This package does not include a kick pedal, a snare stand, and a hi-hat stand. Use with a commercially available kick pedal, snare
stand, and hi-hat stand.
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No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Owner's Manual
• VH-12 (V-Hi-Hat) x 1
• PD-105 (V-Pad) x 2
• Tuning Key x 1
Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION
• KD-120 (V-Kick Trigger Pad) x 1
• CY-14C (V-Cymbal Crash) x 2
• TD-20K Owner's Manual (this manual)
All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 * This package does not include a kick pedal, a snare stand, and a hi-hat stand. Use with a commercially available kick pedal, snare stand, and hi-hat stand. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. • VH-12 (V-Hi-Hat) x 1 •...
  • Page 2 • 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.

  • Page 3: Important Notes

    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.

  • Page 4: Caution In Setting Up The Stand

    MDS-20 (Drum Stand) Assemble the Drum Stand. About the Stand, refer to the MDS-20 Owner’s Manual. Caution in Setting Up the Stand • Do NOT open the legs of the stand more than 135 degrees. The distance between the back Right/Left end legs should NOT be more than 2 m (80 inches), otherwise, the cable (inside the Pipes) could be damaged and/or the stand could tip over.

  • Page 5: Contents Of The Package

    KD-120 (V-Kick Trigger Pad) Contents of the Package ❑ KD-120 Pad ❑ Stand * This package does not include a kick pedal. Use with a commercially available kick pedal installed on the KD-120. * If a felt beater is used, the felt will wear out. Use a plastic beater. Component (Parts) Names fig.07.e Bracket...
  • Page 6 KD-120 (V-Kick Trigger Pad) Setup Assembling the KD-120 1. Place the KD-120 pad, with the head surface facing downward, on a flat surface such as the floor. 2. Use the included tuning key to loosen and remove the bolts for the brackets on the back of the KD-120 pad. 3.
  • Page 7 5. Loosen the T-bolts for the stand and mount the legs on the stand. Install the legs as shown in the figure so that the ends of the legs protrude by about 2 cm. fig.11.e Mount the legs on the stand. 6.
  • Page 8 KD-120 (V-Kick Trigger Pad) When Using a Twin (Double Kick) Pedal With the KD-120, you can also play using a twin (double kick) pedal. Set this up so that the striking points of the two beaters fall at equal distances to the left and right of the center of the head. fig.13 * When using a twin (double kick) pedal, as with a regular pedal, use the included beater or a plastic beater as the beater for the kick pedal.

  • Page 9: Head Adjustment

    Head Adjustment The head tension of the KD-120 can be adjusted. Adjusting the Head Tension Use the included tuning key to adjust the tension. In general, a tension that produces a strike response approximately the same as an acoustic bass drum will be appropriate. * Head tension that is too loose may not only cause incorrect operation, but may even damage the sensor.

  • Page 10: Head Replacement

    KD-120 (V-Kick Trigger Pad) 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: • The head surface is torn •...
  • Page 11 PD-125/PD-105 Component (Parts) Names Hoop (rim) Head Stand fixing screw Bracket Output jack Shell * Do not apply excessive force to the sensor located below the center of the head of the unit. Doing so can interfere with accurate detection, and may damage it.
  • Page 12 PD-125/PD-105 (V-Pad) Adjusting the Head Adjusting the Head Tension When adjusting, use the included tuning key. On the PD-125/105, adjusting the head tension affects only the head response, and not the pitch of the sound, as it would on an acoustic drum. To adjust the pitch, edit the sound parameters of the TD-20. For details refer to the owner’s manual. Heads MUST BE TUNED BEFORE PLAYING.
  • Page 13 CY-15R/CY-14C Contents of the Package CY-15R (Ride) ❑ CY-15R unit ❑ Wing nut ❑ Felt washer ❑ Stopper ❑ Cable tie Component (Parts) Names CY-15R (Ride) fig.19.e Bow Portion Edge Portion Diameter: 15 inches CY-14C (Crash) fig.20.e Bow Portion Edge Portion Diameter: 14 inches (V-Cymbal Ride/Crash) CY-14C (Crash)

  • Page 14: Mounting On The Stand

    The stopper keeps the V-Cymbal from turning, and prevents the cables from catching or getting tangled on the stand. fig.21.e 2. Position the Roland logo on the farther side, as viewed from the performer. 3. Tighten the felt washer and the wing nut to obtain the desired movement.
  • Page 15 Assemble the TD-20K Using the built-in connection cables of the MDS-20, connect the pads, cymbals, hi-hat, kick trigger pad, and percussion sound module. 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.

  • Page 16: Playing Methods

    Playing Methods PD-125/PD-105 fig.26.e Head Shots Hit only the head of the pad. With certain snare sounds, playing position will change the nuance of the sound. fig.27.e Rim Shots Strike the head and the rim of the pad simultaneously. fig.28.e Cross Stick Only strike the rim of the pad.

  • Page 17: Choke Play

    You need to choose a cymbal tone that is compatible with positional sensing. The CY-15R’s sound changes when the cymbal is struck at different points only when the cymbal is connected to the RIDE trigger input. Playing Methods Edge sensor Roland logo Edge sensor...

  • Page 18: Specifications

    (the more so if numerous rim shots are performed), and will require replacement. Rim shots may not be performed correctly when the rubber portion is worn out. If this occurs, replace the hoop. Consult Roland Service for more on replacing the hoop. PD-105 (V-Pad) Pad size: 10 inches...
  • Page 19 Specifications For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.
  • Page 20 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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