Roland PD-85 manual

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    03894956 ’05-2-1N Owner ’ s Manual Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland PD-85 V-Pad. 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6; p. 7). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally,[...]

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    2 The band has a width of 7 mm. Use this for adjusting the head tension. 7 mm Next • Snare/tom pad with embedded-mesh head for superior playing feel, and quiet response. • Compact, eight-inch pad allows for greater versatility when setting up. • You can use cross-stick (closed rim shot), and rim shot playing techniques. • Brushes (nylon) ca[...]

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    3 Next Attach the PD-85 to a stand (MDS series). fig.Stand.e When attaching the PD-85 to a tom stand, check the dimensions of the rod. Depending on the dimensions of the rod, it may not be possible to attach the pad to the stand. Acceptable rod diameters: 8.5–11.5 mm (3/8 to 1/2 inch) Connecting to a percussion sound module (TD-20, TD-12, TD- 10,[...]

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    4 Head Shots Hit only the head of the pad. With certain snare sounds, playing position will change the nuance of the sound. fig.HeadShot.e Rim Shots Strike the head and the rim of the pad simultaneously. fig.RimShot.e Cross Stick Only strike the rim of the pad. Depending on the instrument assigned to the rim, you can play rim shots and/or cross sti[...]

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    5 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): MH-8 Mesh Head 1. Remove all tuning bol[...]

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    6 Next USING THE UNIT SAFELY 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 modifications on the unit. (The only exception would be where this [...]

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    7 (Add) • Attach the pad to a stand with care to avoid danger of pinching the fingers. ............................................................................................................ (Add) • Do not apply excessive force to the sensor located below the center of the head. Doing so can interfere with accurate detection, and may damag[...]

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    As of January 15, 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 Jules H[...]