User manual ROLAND KD-9

[. . . ] In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet. 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 e ects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets. ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WARNING · Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit. WARNING · Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!) · Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). [. . . ] Using a twin pedal will result in lower sensitivity as compared to when a single pedal is used. Raise the sensitivity on the sound module. Beater Install the kick pedal securely. * Take care not to pinch your fingers. 2. Step on the kick pedal and make sure that it's properly attached and in a stable position. Check to make sure that the base of the KD-9 and the kick pedal both make contact with the floor. Adjusting the Anchor Bolts When using the kick pedal on a carpet or on a drum mat (TDM series), the slip-prevention tape that's on the base should prevent the KD-9 from moving around. However, if that's not enough to keep the KD-9 in a fixed position, you can adjust things so that the tips of the anchor bolts protrude through the base. That should keep it in place and make it easier for you to play. * When used on flooring, the anchor bolts may damage the floor. * The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp. Handle with care. Bolt Base When using on the carpet or drum mat Check to be sure they're making contact with the floor When using on the floor * Depending on how you're using the unit, the bolts that attach the pedal to the plate could become loose, causing the pedal to rattle during performance. In such cases, use commercially available tools to tighten the bolts. 5 Setting Up the KD-9 Connecting to a 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. Use the connection cable to connect the KD-9 to your percussion sound module (e. g. , TD-20X). Connect the L-shaped plug of the cable to the KD-9's output jack. * Make sure KD-9 does not touch the drum stand or other pads. Recommended Percussion Sound Module Parameter Settings Below you will find recommended trigger parameters when using the KD-9 with various 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. * For details, refer to the owner's manual for your percussion sound module. TD-20X, TD-20, TDW-20, TD-12 Trig Type Sensitivity Threshold KD8 8 4 2. 0 OUTPUT jack Scan Time TD-9 Trig Type KIK cable (TD-9, TD-4) To KICK jack (TD-20X, TD-20, TD-12) KD9 If "KD9" is not shown as a Trig Type value, make settings as follows. Trig Type Sensitivity Threshold KD8 8 4 TD-4 Pad Type KD-9 If "KD-9" is not shown as a Pad Type value, make settings as follows. Pad Type KD-8 6 For EU Countries For China For C. A. US (Proposition 65) WARNING This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead. 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