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Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland KD-80 V-Kick Trigger.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 3–4) and
"IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 4). 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.
Before using the KD-80, you need to make the following settings.
Contents of the Package
KD-80 (pad unit)
Stay
* This package does not include a kick pedal. Use with a commercially available kick pedal installed on the KD-80.
Please be aware that by using a felt beater, you risk causing damage to the head as a result of the metal portions of
the beater that can become exposed when the felt wears thin.
Names of Conponents
Output Jack
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Owner's Manual
Head tension adjustment (p. 5)
Settings for the percussion sound module (p. 2)
Frame
T-Bolt
Leg
Bracket
Leg x 2
Beater
Connection Cable
Tuning Key
Owner's Manual (this manual)
Tuning Bolt
Stay
Hoop
Head
Cusion
Sensor
Stand
Foot
Rubber Foot
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Page 1: Contents Of The Package
Stay * This package does not include a kick pedal. Use with a commercially available kick pedal installed on the KD-80. Please be aware that by using a felt beater, you risk causing damage to the head as a result of the metal portions of the beater that can become exposed when the felt wears thin. -
Page 2: Specifications
Recommended Settings for the Percussion Sound Module Recommended settings for the trigger parameters when using the KD-80 with various percussion sound modules. • The trigger parameters should be adjusted as necessary to match the actual state of your configuration, and the environment in which it is being used. - Page 3 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.
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Page 4: Important Notes
Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth. • Assemble the KD-80 with care to avoid danger of pinching the fingers. • To keep the KD-80 from slipping or moving during play, the tips of the legs installed on the stand are pointed. -
Page 5: Adjusting The Head Tension
Sometimes it does not sound (uneven volume). The volume is too low (reduced sensitivity). • On the KD-80, 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 6 When Using a Twin (Double Kick) Pedal With the KD-80, you can also play using a twin (double kick) pedal. Set this up so the striking points of the two beaters fall at equal distances to the left and right of the center of the head.
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Page 7: Connecting To A Percussion Sound Module
• Connect the L-shaped plug of the included cable to the KD-80. This will prevent strain from being applied to the KD-80. • Make sure that KD-80 does not touch the drum stand or the other pads. Percussion Sound Module... -
Page 8: Australia/New Zealand
Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. SINGAPORE AFRICA AFRICA Swee Lee Company 150 Sims Drive, EGYPT SINGAPORE 387381 TEL: 6846-3676 Al Fanny Trading Office...
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