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Roland V-Drums TDW-20 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3 In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or contents of this package are subject to change without prior notice. Copyright © 2008 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of...

  • Page 4: Using The Unit Safely

    Using the Unit Safely symbol alerts the user to important instructions or Used for instructions intended to alert the warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is user to the risk of death or severe injury determined by the design contained within the triangle. In should the unit be used improperly.
  • Page 5 (e.g., direct ....................provides specific instructions sunlight in an enclosed • Before installing the TDW-20, which should be followed in vehicle, near a heating duct, you must first always turn off order to put in place user-...

  • Page 6: Important Notes

    However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.
  • Page 7 Reproduction or duplication of any of the sound contained in vibration. the TDW-20, either as they exist on this sound module or by any • Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or means of reformatting, mixing, filtering, re-synthesizing, other such locations (storage temperature: -25 to 85˚...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Ambience ....................30 Updating the TD-20 with the CompactFlash Card....15 New Room Types (15) ............... 30 Installation du TDW-20 dans le TD-20 ....16 New Wall Types (3) ..............31 Mic Positions (9) ................31 IMPORTANT! Lire ce qui suit New Output Gain Parameter ..........
  • Page 9 Copy Functions ..................35 Trigger Bank Copy ..............36 Copying an Instrument Set .............36 Copying an Instrument.............37 Quick Jump Functions to the Copy Screen .......37 Settings for the Entire TD-20 ............38 Master Output................38 Output Assign (OTHER).............38 Using Foot Switches and Pad Switches ......39 MIX IN new Function ..............39 Importing Original TD-20 Data into the Expanded TD-20 ..40 Other Functions ...................41...

  • Page 10: Installing The Tdw-20 In The Td-20

    ConpactFlash card before updating. If you are board in its package until it is time to install it. using the CompactFlash card included with your TDW-20, 2. Back up your data (carefully read p. 12). insert the card ONLY AFTER turning the power on. Otherwise the “updater”...
  • Page 11 • The TD-20 will not function if you remove the TDW-20 after • If you need to store or ship the TDW-20, place it in the performing the update. original bag (conductive bag for electrostatic protection).

  • Page 12: Important! Backing Up Your Data

    If you are using the CompactFlash card included with your 6. The confirmation screen appears, press [F5 TDW-20, insert the card ONLY AFTER turning the power on. Otherwise the “updater” on the card will automatically open. (EXECUTE)] to save the data.

  • Page 13: How To Install The Tdw-20 Expansion Board

    How To Install the TDW-20 Expansion Board 1. Power-off the TD-20, and unplug the power cord 4. Orient the circuit board holder as shown in the from the AC outlet. illustration. 2. Turn the TD-20 over on its back. * When turning the TD-20 on its back, take care not to damage the buttons and knobs.
  • Page 14 6. Using the tool included with the TDW-20, turn the 7. Reattach the cover using the eight screws you circuit board holders in the LOCK direction to fasten removed in step 3. the TDW-20 in place. When you’ve finished installing the TDW-20, double-check to make sure that it is installed correctly and that the circuit board holders are in the LOCK position.

  • Page 15: Updating The Td-20 With The Compactflash Card

    Updating the TD-20 with the CompactFlash Card 1. With the power off, insert the CompactFlash Card 5. Turn the power back on and execute the system provided in this package. initialize. 2. Turn the power on and the following screen 6.

  • Page 16: Installation Du Tdw-20 Dans Le Td-20

    CompactFlash avant de procéder à la mise à jour. Si la carte 3. Installer la carte d’expansion TDW-20 (p. 19). CompactFlash jointe au TDW-20 est utilisée, elle doit être insérée UNIQUEMENT APRÈS que l’appareil a été mis sous 4. Mettre à jour le TD-20 (p. 21).
  • Page 17 TD-20 original. • Pour tenir le TDW-20, saisir les côtés de la carte de circuits • Le TD-20 ne fonctionne pas si le TDW-20 est retiré une fois que imprimés et NE PAS toucher les composants sur la carte de la mise à...

  • Page 18: Important! Sauvegarde Des Données

    Si des données de trousses individuelles ou toutes les données de la trousse sont enregistrées dans un ordinateur, elles doivent être chargées dans le TD-20 et enregistrées sur une carte CompactFlash AVANT de procéder à la mise à jour avec le TDW-20, pour être compatibles avec la version expansée.

  • Page 19: Installation De La Carte D'expansion Tdw-20

    Installation de la carte d’expansion TDW-20 1. Mettre le TD-20 hors tension et débrancher le câble 4. Placer les supports de la carte de circuits imprimés d’alimentation de la prise. comme le montre l’illustration. 2. Tourner le TD-20 sens dessus dessous.
  • Page 20 6. À l’aide de l’outil fourni avec le TDW-20, tourner les 7. Remettre le couvercle en place et le fixer à l’aide des supports de la carte de circuits imprimés en huit vis retirées à l’étape 3. position LOCK (verrouillé) pour fixer le TDW-20.

  • Page 21: Mise À Jour Du Td-20 À L'aide De La Carte Compactflash

    Mise à jour du TD-20 à l’aide de la carte CompactFlash 1. L’appareil étant hors tension, insérer la carte 5. Remettre l’’appareil sous tension et initialiser le CompactFlash fournie dans l’emballage système. 2. Mettre l’appareil sous tension; l’écran suivant 6. Pour initialiser l’appareil, appuyer sur le bouton s’affiche.

  • Page 22: Features

    Features New Sounds and 50 New Drum Kits (100 total) • “Enhanced Snare Buzz Control” gives more dynamic response and presence when adding “snare buzz” to the toms or kick (p. The new acoustic sounds have more punch, expressiveness, stereo 26).
  • Page 23 CompactFlash card. Important notes about the Hi-Hat You can choose between preset kits: TD-20/TDW-20 and kits saved We strongly recommend that you spend time adjusting the on CompactFlash card (p. 41). Hi-Hat parameters to adapt to your performance techniques.

  • Page 24: About The Drum Kits

    Here we will explain the difference between “original” TD-20 data, and the original TD-20 pre-set Kits from 51–100. These 100 factory and data after upgrading with the TDW-20. preset kits are always available via the “copy” function, or when Original TD-20 totally re-setting the TD-20.
  • Page 25 KIT 1 KIT 2 SAVE KIT 1 [CARD]–[F1 (SAVE)] [COPY]–[F1(KIT)]–[F2 (PRESET)] PRESET Backup 1 Backup 2 Backup 3 Backup 8 TDW-20 Preset TD-20 Preset [CARD]–[F3 (IMPORT)] KIT 100 KIT 50 CARD KIT 4 KIT 4 (Original TD-20) KIT 3 KIT 3...

  • Page 26: New Functions

    After pressing the [INST], the [F4 (INT<>EXP)] allows you to choose To restore an instrument to a non v-edited state press [SHIFT] and from the TD-20’s internal sounds or those on the TDW-20 [F4] while in the INST EDIT screen. This was previously referred to as expansion board.
  • Page 27 For the SNARE For the TOMs • Mic Position: New positions allow even more realistic • Snare Buzz: The dynamic response of this function microphone placement. is improved. • Add Rim Sound: You can layer a tambourine, 909 claps • Mic Position: New positions allow even more realistic or Gate Hit sound to the RIM only.
  • Page 28 Additional Sizzle for All Cymbals Dynamic Pitch Bend (only for NEW Electronic Sounds on the TDW-20) • Sizzle Type: New “BEADS” sizzle type. • Sizzle Amount: Adjusts the amount (size) of the chosen Before accessing this function, be sure there is an electronic sound sizzles.

  • Page 29: Mixer Settings

    Use The Group Faders Mixer Settings Adjust the “MINIMUM VOLUME” parameters with the group faders. Minimum Volume of Each Trigger Input The “MINIMUM VOLUME” function has new and improved dynamic resolution, helping you to maintain a desired sound level for specific pads and depending on your playing style.

  • Page 30: Pad Compressor

    Pad Compressor Ambience A lot of research went into creating new Ambience functions. The Parameter Improvements result is a new collection of 15 Room Types, 3 new Wall Types, and 7 new Ambience Mic Positions. High density resolution of these New Individual Compressor Templates are improved.

  • Page 31: New Wall Types (3)

    Mic Positions (9) Taking into consideration the importance of Ambience Mic positions, the following have been added. Rock Club Ballroom Gate Concert Hall Sports Arena Expo Hall Next Door Low Floor [FX] Bottle [FX] City [FX] Spiral Mid Low Mid High New Wall Types (3) Three new wall types are: “Curtain”, “Cloth”, and “Concrete”...

  • Page 32: New Output Gain Parameter

    New Output Gain Parameter Multi-Effects A gain parameter has been added for the ambience output level. New Output Gain Parameter You can boost the signal by +6 dB A gain parameter has been added for the multi-effects output level. You can boost the signal by +6 dB. Ambience Monitor (“solo”...

  • Page 33: Master Compressor

    Master Compressor Drum Kit Parameters [KIT] Gain Reduction (GR) Meter Pad Pattern ON/OFF Switch A gain reduction meter has been added to this screen, allowing This function allows you to turn off all the patterns that may be you to monitor the MASTER COMP as it is functioning. assigned to a kit.

  • Page 34: Trigger Settings

    Trigger Settings Checking the Trigger Information You can visually confirm each trigger’s velocity as well as the Hi-Hat Additional pad/trigger choices have been added to the trigger list. open/close gaps and positional sensing on the Snare Drum and • CY-5 Ride Cymbal, and RIMS of the TOMS and AUX.

  • Page 35: Copy Functions

    In this Screen, the [F5] is used to change the 3 pages of copy Copy Functions options. COPY A screen Now you can copy inst sets (with or without COMP/EQ), ambience, multi-effects, volume, panning and Trigger Banks from one kit to another, between the internal memory and the CompactFlash card or from the original, factory pre-set data.

  • Page 36: Trigger Bank Copy

    Parameter ICON Inst Trigger Bank Copy TOMS 1-4 Tom 1, 2, 3, 4 If you want to copy trigger bank data from your original TD-20, do the following: 1. Import the backup into the expanded TD-20 (upgraded Hi-Hat, Crash1, 2, CYM SET version).

  • Page 37: Copying An Instrument

    Copying an Instrument Quick Jump Functions to the Copy Screen In this screen, you have the choice to copy the instrument and it’s edited parameters with, without or JUST the COMP/EQ settings. For Copying Drum Kit Settings In the DRUM KIT screen, press [SHIFT] and [COPY] simultaneously. For Copying Instrument Settings In the INST screen, press [SHIFT] and [COPY] simultaneously.

  • Page 38: Settings For The Entire Td-20

    Settings for the Entire TD-20 Output Assign (OTHER) You can assign the sequencer parts, the Metronome click sound & Master Output MIX IN source to the MASTER OUT, PHONES and/or DIRECT OUT 5 to 8. Now, when using multi-output configurations, the entire kit’s sound will remain in the headphones, even the sounds NOT sent to the MASTER OUTPUT jacks.

  • Page 39: Using Foot Switches And Pad Switches

    Using Foot Switches and Pad Switches MIX IN new Function One or two optional foot switches (BOSS FS-5U: sold separately) The MIX IN jacks can handle mono or stereo signal. can be used with an optional cable (PCS-31: sold separately) to If it occurs that the audio signal going to the MIX IN Jack has a click allow switching to a “Fixed Hi-Hat”...

  • Page 40: Importing Original Td-20 Data Into The Expanded Td-20

    4. Press [F5 (IMPORT)]. Notes about importing data: • Your drum kit data will be loaded to Kits No.51 to No.100. The TDW-20 preset kit will be loaded to No.1 to No.50 • The Program Change Number for Drum Kits is reset to...

  • Page 41: Other Functions

    When in this page, just push “copy.” Access: Press [SHIFT] and [KIT] simultaneously. Access: 1. Press [TOOLS]–[F1 (KIT SEL)]. 2. Press [F1]–[F3] to choose kit. [F1 (TD-20)]: TD-20 preset kits [F2 (TDW-20)]: TDW-20 preset kits [F3 (CARD)]: Backup kit saved in CompactFlash...

  • Page 42: Appendices

    Appendices Drum Instrument List Name Name Name Name Name 584 Tight3 608 AnalogQ1 K 632 50s King SR 656 PrcsElec1 SR EXP KICK 585 Tight4 609 AnalogQ2 K 633 GT Maple S 657 PrcsElec2 S 562 22"BirchLo K 586 Tight5 610 AnalogQ3 K 634 GT Maple SR 658 PrcsElec2 SR...
  • Page 43 Name Name Name Name Name 709 16"PKJaz T5 740 16"Antiq T5R 768 13"P-Crsp HE 796 6"Splaz SpEg EXP SNARE ELEC 710 16"PKJaz T5R 769 Distorted HB 797 10"UF SpBw 681 ClscElec6 S EXP TOM ELEC 711 10"Rock T1 770 Distorted HE 798 10"UF SpEg 682 ClscElec7 S 741 ClscElec5 T1...
  • Page 44 Name Name Name Name 823 20"VntZ Rd 853 AnkleBeads 883 CosmicWater 913 ElecRide Eg 824 20"VntZ RdBl 854 AfricaJingle 884 CosmicDrip 914 Revrs Kick 825 20"VntZ RdEg 855 Cabasa2 885 CosmicClaps 915 Revrs Snare 826 19"JzCrsRd 856 Tambourine4 886 CosmicChirp 916 Revrs Crash2 827 19"JzCrsRdBl 857 TambStick...
  • Page 45 About Snare/Tom Instruments The last letter of each instrument name means the sound of head shot, or rim shot. (Example) head sound of Snare rim sound of Snare head sound of Tom 1 T1R: rim sound of Tom 1 About Cymbal Instruments The last letter of each instrument name means the sound of bow shot, edge shot, or bell shot.

  • Page 46: Preset Drum Kit List

    Preset Drum Kit List Kit Name Remark Kit Name Remark Pattern Pattern TDW-20 90s Rock 50s King JazzClub ControlRoom Jive Metal Core AmbientRock FunkGroove Cosmic 40s BeBop Crossover >processed>> VintageJazz Cajon Coolth Melodious BulletBlue Premium FunkyJungle Loop SwingJazz Natural BluesRock...
  • Page 47 Kit Name Remark Kit Name Remark Pattern Pattern VPro Shallow Slamin' Loop Ballad Loop METAL Raspy JazzCombo PopReggae Loop OverDrive BrassBiggie Titanium WetBooth Loop RotoKit Loop 70s Record UNIVERSE Lite Skanky Mellow Brushes Stadium Spark! TiteOctas >>GT>> 90s Power Antique FxJungle =BreakBeats= Tekno...
  • Page 48 About the Pad Patterns Loop: Loop Pattern: Playback starts when the pad to which the pattern is assigned is struck, and stops when hit again. Tap: Tap Pattern: Chords or melodies are played once each time the pad to which the pattern is assigned is struck.
  • Page 49 MEMO...
  • Page 50 For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. For C.A. US ( Proposition 65 ) WARNING This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.
  • Page 51 For EU Countries...
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  • Page 53: Information

    Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. AFRICA KOREA THAILAND BRAZIL MEXICO ASIA ECUADOR Cosmos Corporation Theera Music Co. , Ltd. Roland Brasil Ltda. Casa Veerkamp, s.a. de c.v.
  • Page 54 Bldg., Achrafieh, P.O.Box: 16- Zabeel Road, Al Sherooq Bldg., RUSSIA 5857 No. 14, Ground Floor, Dubai, MuTek Beirut, LEBANON U.A.E. Dorozhnaya ul.3,korp.6 TEL: (01) 20-1441 TEL: (04) 3360715 117 545 Moscow, RUSSIA TEL: (095) 981-4967 As of Oct. 1, 2007 (ROLAND)
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  • Page 73 KIT 1 KIT 2 SAVE KIT 1 [CARD]–[F1 (SAVE)] [COPY]–[F1(KIT)]–[F2 (PRESET)] PRESET Backup 1 Backup 2 Backup 3 Backup 8 TDW-20 Preset TD-20 Preset [CARD]–[F3 (IMPORT)] KIT 100 KIT 50 CARD KIT 4 KIT 4 (Original TD-20) KIT 3 KIT 3...
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  • Page 90 584 Tight3 607 909Low 630 OpenBrass SR 653 PrcsMetal S EXP KICK 585 Tight4 608 AnalogQ1 K 631 50s King S 654 PrcsMetal SR 562 22"BirchLo K 586 Tight5 609 AnalogQ2 K 632 50s King SR 655 PrcsElec1 S 563 22"BirchHi K 587 Tight6 610 AnalogQ3 K 633 GT Maple S...
  • Page 91 678 WhtAsh XStik 706 12"PKJaz T3R 737 13"Antiq T4 765 13"KZComb HB 793 4"Paper SpBw 679 Light XStik 707 13"PKJaz T4 738 13"Antiq T4R 766 13"KZComb HE 794 4"Paper SpEg 680 Lo-Fi XStik 708 13"PKJaz T4R 739 16"Antiq T5 767 13"P-Crsp HB 795 6"Splaz SpBw 709 16"PKJaz T5 740 16"Antiq T5R...
  • Page 92 820 20"KSpecRd 850 Bendir 880 MetalPhase 910 Explosion 821 20"KSpecRdBl 851 Darabuka Dom 881 RvsMtlFaze 911 ElecRide 822 20"KSpecRdEg 852 Darabuka Tak 882 WhiteLazer 912 ElecRide Bl 823 20"VntZ Rd 853 AnkleBeads 883 CosmicWater 913 ElecRide Eg 824 20"VntZ RdBl 854 AfricaJingle 884 CosmicDrip 914 Revrs Kick...
  • Page 94 TDW-20 90s Rock 50s King JazzClub ControlRoom Jive Metal Core AmbientRock FunkGroove Cosmic 40s BeBop Crossover >processed>> VintageJazz Cajon Coolth Melodious BulletBlue Premium FunkyJungle Loop SwingJazz Natural BluesRock LA BeBop Dry Studio MBs House 2HH House Bronze Dry TechFusion DarkComper...
  • Page 95 VPro Shallow Slamin' Loop Ballad Loop METAL Raspy JazzCombo PopReggae Loop OverDrive BrassBiggie Titanium WetBooth Loop RotoKit Loop 70s Record UNIVERSE Lite Skanky Mellow Brushes Stadium Spark! TiteOctas >>GT>> 90s Power Antique FxJungle =BreakBeats= Tekno Studio TR-808 Loop Groover Loop TR-909 Mallet Hex<...
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