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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2–3) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 3). 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‘[...]
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2 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .......................................................................................................... 002b • Do not open or perform any internal modifica- tions on the unit. (The only exception would be where this manual provides specific in[...]
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3 104 • 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. .......................................................................................................... 106 • Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit. ......................[...]
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4 Features • Kick trriger pad with net material on head for superior playing feel, and quiet response. • The four-leg stand assures outstanding stability. • You can also play using a twin (double kick) pedal. Contents of the Package This package does not include a kick pedal. Use with a commercially available kick pedal installed on the KD-12[...]
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5 Setup Assembling the KD-120 1. Place the KD-120 pad, with the head surface facing downward, on a flat surface such as the floor. 2. Use the included drum key to loosen and remove the bolts for the brackets on the back of the KD-120 pad. 3. Mount the stand on the brackets so that the output jack for the KD-120 pad faces up. Use the bolts you remov[...]
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6 5. Loosen the T-bolts for the stand and mount the legs on the stand. Install the legs as shown in the figure so that the ends of the legs protrude by about 2 cm. 6. Tighten the T-bolts to secure the legs to the stand. 7. Lift the KD-120 and place the stand and the four legs upright. 8. Adjust the angle of the head surface so that it’s at a righ[...]
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7 When Using a Twin (Double Kick) Pedal With the KD-120, you can also play using a twin (double kick) pedal. Set this up so that the striking points of the two beaters fall at equal distances to the left and right of the center of the head. fig.13.e * When using a twin (double kick) pedal, as with a regular pedal, use the included beater or a plast[...]
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8 Head Adjustment The head tension of the KD-120 can be adjusted. Adjusting the Head Tension When adjusting, use the included drum key or the drum key for your acoustic drums. In general, a tension that produces a strike response approximately the same as an acoustic bass drum will be appropriate. * Head tension that is too loose may not only cause[...]
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9 Head Replacement When the head should be replaced The head is an expendable item that eventually will wear out and need to be replaced. Replace the head when the following occurs: •The head surface is torn •Slack portions remain in the head even when the head tension is properly adjusted. Replacement heads (optional): Mesh Head (MH-12) Replac[...]
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10 As of December 10, 2005 (ROLAND) Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. EGYPT Al Fanny Trading Office 9, EBN Hagar A1 Askalany Street, ARD E1 Golf, Heliopolis, Cairo 11341, EGYPT TEL: 20-2-417-1828 REUNION Maison FO - YAM Marcel 25 Rue Jul[...]