User manual ROLAND TD-6KX

[. . . ] Owner's Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland Drum System TD-6KX. 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 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. 202 Copyright © 2006 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. [. . . ] · The head tension will change as the instrument is used, so you should readjust when necessary. · The hoop's rubber portion is one component that eventually wears out (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. Consult Roland Service for more on replacing the hoop rubber. 11 1. Use the tuning key supplied with the FD-8 to USING THE UNIT SAFELY tighten the tuning bolts. Tighten the bolts to keep the space even all around between the frame and the hoop. * The setup includes a lock bushing (to prevent loosening), so the bolt should be tightened fairly securely. fig. PD-85-Head1. e Attaching the Pad to a Stand fig. PD-85-Set. e Tighten Hoop Loosen The space keep even all around Frame Rod Pass the rod through the pipe that is inside the holder. Tighten each tuning bolt one by one, observing the numerical order shown in the diagram. fig. PD-85-Head2 When attaching the PD-85 to the rod, be sure to tighten 3 1 5 4 2 2. Tension the head evenly while checking the feel of striking the pad. Normally, it would be appropriate if the tension is the same as an acoustic drum. the stand fixing screw securely. If it remains loose, the pad could fall off. 12 USING THE UNIT SAFELY Replacing the Head When the Head Should Be Replaced The head is an expendable item that eventually will wear out and need to be replaced. Replacement heads (optional): MH-8 Mesh Head If a lock bushing happens to become separated from the frame while the head is being replaced, position the bushing so its four slots are aligned with the corresponding ridges in the frame, then press down firmly on the bushing. fig. LockBush. e Lock Bushing 1. Remove all tuning bolts and washers. * Press the lock bushing (in figure below) in place with your finger as you remove each tuning bolt, to prevent the bushings from being pulled off the frame. fig. PD-85-Head3. e Frame Loosen Tighten Tuning Key Hoop's Rubber Portion Washer Tuning Bolt Specifications PD-85 (V-Pad) Pad size: 8 inches 2 (Head, Rim) 245 (W) x 310 (D) x 95 (H) mm 9-11/16 (W) x 12-1/4 (D) x 3-3/4 (H) inches Weight: 1. 7 kg 3 lbs 12 oz Option: 962a Hoop Lock Bushing Frame Triggers: Dimensions: * The lock bushings prevent rotation and loosening of the tuning bolts caused by vibrations that are transmitted from the hoop as you play. Mesh Head (MH-8) 2. Pass the tuning bolts through the washers, then attach them to the hoop and frame. 11). * Do not firmly tighten a single tuning bolt by itself. * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/ or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. * Rim triggering is not supported on PD-85 when connected to any of the tom inputs on the TD-6V Percussion Sound Module. 13 USING THE UNIT SAFELY CY-5 fig. CY-8. e (Hi-Hat) 2. Mount the CY-5 so it fits the lower clutch as shown below. Pad Face Bow Portion Edge Portion Projection (Be sure to orient it correctly) Output Jack Making the Settings When mounting the CY-5 on an L-Rod (pad mount), use ONLY the attachment set as shown below. Place the clutch felt (S), and while applying some pressure, mount the upper clutch as shown. Afterwards, you can adjust the upper clutch to have the movement you desire. Be sure the ROLAND logo is on the opposite side of the playing area. Apply pressure Clutch Felt (S) Tighten the bolt with a tuning key. Clutch Felt (L) Lower Clutch Specifications 1. Mounting the lower clutch and the clutch felt (L). Align the notched section as shown below. Then place the clutch felt (L) so it fits securely. Notch (Be sure to orient it correctly) CY-5 Size: Triggers: Dimensions: 10 inches 2 (Bow, Edge) 246 (W) x 246 (D) x 45 (H) mm 9-11/16 (W) x 9-11/16 (D) x 1-13/16 (H) inches Weight: Accessories: 962a 380 g 14 oz (without attachment) Attachment Set for Hi-Hat (Upper Clutch, Lower Clutch, Clutch Felt (L), Clutch Felt (S)) Tighten the bolt with a tuning key. * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/ or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. add * Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but this will not affect the Pad's function. 14 USING THE UNIT SAFELY CY-8 fig. CY-8. e (Crash Cymbal) Playing the CY-8 Bow Shot Pad Face Bow Portion Edge Portion This is the most common playing method, playing the pad face of the cymbal. It corresponds to the sound of the "headside" of the connected trigger input. fig. CY-Bow. e Bow Output Jack Edge Shot This playing method involves striking the edge with the shoulder of the stick. It corresponds to the sound of the "rimside" of the connected trigger input. fig. CY-Edge. e Attaching the Cymbal Pad to a Stand 1. Use a tuning key to tighten the stopper bolt. The stopper keeps the cymbal pad from turning, and prevents the cables from catching or getting tangled on the stand. fig. CY-Set01. e Edge Stopper (Be sure to orient it correctly) Tighten the bolt with a tuning key. Choking Choking (pinching) the cymbal's edge with the hand immediately after hitting the cymbal makes the sound stop. fig. CY-Choke 2. Attach the CY-8 so the Roland logo is positioned on the opposite side of the playing area. [. . . ] TEL: (04) 3360715 NICARAGUA Bansbach Instrumentos Musicales Nicaragua Altamira D'Este Calle Principal de la Farmacia 5ta. Avenida 1 Cuadra al Lago. #503 Managua, Nicaragua TEL: (505)277-2557 INDIA Rivera Digitec (India) Pvt. Edwin Moses Road, Mumbai-400011, INDIA TEL: (022) 2493 9051 GERMANY Roland Elektronische Musikinstrumente HmbH. 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