Roland V-Drums MDS-12V Owner's Manual

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES. " 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.
How to Set Up the Stand
Contents of the Package
• Stand (MDS-12V)
Cymbal mount x 3 (with stand)
Pad mount x 4 (with stand)
Connection cable (with stand)
• Owner's Manual (this leaflet)
• Drum key
• Cable clip x 6
Fig. 1 Fully Assembled View
* If the drum stand is to be used for extended periods in the same location, we recommend using a
Roland drum mat (TDM series) to prevent discoloration of flooring by the rubber feet.
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are
subject to change without prior notice.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
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 to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
WARNING
Do not disassemble or modify by yourself
Do not open or perform any internal modifications
on the unit.
Do not repair or replace parts by yourself
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.
Do not use or store in the following types of locations
• 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
• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are
• Subject to salt exposure; or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty or sandy; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.
Do not place in an unstable location
Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level
and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands
that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
Adults must provide supervision in places where
children are present
When using the unit in locations where children are
present, be careful so no mishandling of the unit can
take place. An adult should always be on hand to
provide supervision and guidance.
1. Loosen the bolt using the
drum key, then remove the
ball clamp.
Rod
Ball clamp
2. Position the rod in the
Bolt
upright position, then
reattach the ball clamp.
D: Cymbal mount
D: Cymbal mounts
C: Pad mounts
C: Pad mounts
A: Hand knobs
B: Snare pipe
E: Hand knobs
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
About the Symbols
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 power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
WARNING
Do not drop or subject to strong impact
Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
CAUTION
Use only stand manufactured by Roland
This stand for use only with specific Roland musical
instruments. See apparatus instructions. Use with
other models is capable of resulting in instability
causing possible injury.
Evaluate safety issues before using stands
Make sure to firmly tighten all clamps and bolts after
you have assembled the stand and attached a pad
or unit to it. You should probably also try to make a
habit of checking and retightening them if necessary
before every performance. You risk injury if you have
loose screws or clamps, since a pad or unit can fall
unexpectedly.
Manage cables for safety
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.
Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy
objects on it
Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on
the unit.
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1.
Loosen hand knobs "A" (two locations) and spread open the left
and right legs of the stand as shown in the illustration (Fig. 1).
2.
Loosen the hand knob of snare pipe "B," and pull out the snare
pipe in the direction of the place where the drummer sits.
3.
Adjust pad mounts "C" (four locations) as shown in the
illustration (Fig. 1).
4.
Attach cymbal mounts "D" (three locations) as shown in the illustration (Fig. 1).
5.
If the stand wobbles, loosen hand knobs "E" (two locations) and adjust the height.
* Do NOT loosen any bolts other than hand knobs except when changing the parts or cables for repairing.
Caution in Setting Up the Stand
• The tip of the mount is sharp. Handle it with care.
• When setting up or storing the stand, be careful not to pinch the fingers you use to handle the stand.
• Regarding the way of mounting a sound module, pads, or cymbals, please refer to the owner's manual
supplied with them.
• Do not spread open the stand farther than 135 degrees as shown in the
illustration (Fig. 3).
Nor should you spread the stand wider than 1.3 meters (51-3/16 inches).
• Never pull on any cables with excessive force.
• There are labels on the ends of the connection cables allowing easy
connection to your sound module.
For about connections, refer to the owners manual that came with your
sound module.
The names on the labels correspond to trigger input jack names as follows.
Label KIK SNR
Jack KICK SNARE
Label CR1 CR2
Jack CRASH1 CRASH2
CAUTION
Keep small items out of the reach of children
To prevent accidental ingestion of the parts listed
below, always keep them out of the reach of small
children.
• Included Parts
cable clips
• Removable Parts
screws, washers, nuts, springs, hand knobs
Fig. 2
How Leg Pipes Are Spread
Fig. 3
View of Stand When Spread Open
T1 T2 T3 HH HHC
TOM 1 TOM 2 TOM 3 HI-HAT HH CTRL
RD RDE AX1 AX2
RIDE EDGE AUX 1 AUX 2
IMPORTANT NOTES
Placement
• 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.
• When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity
is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or
malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before
using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has
completely evaporated.
• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on this unit for long periods of
time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish.
• Do not put anything that contains water on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides,
perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid
that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.
Maintenance
• 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.
Additional Precautions
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the hand knobs, pipes, and mounts. Rough
handling can lead to be damaged.
• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it
came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.
135˚ 135˚
1.3 m
(51-3/16")