01

02

Assemble the stand

* The tip of the mount is sharp. Handle it with care.

* When setting up or storing the stand, be careful not to pinch the fingers you use to handle the stand.

1. Loosen the hand knobs

(A, two locations) and spread open the left and right legs of the stand as shown in the illustration.

Assembly procedure

2. Loosen the hand knob of the snare pipe (B), and pull out the snare pipe toward the side of the performer.

3. Adjust the pad mounts

(C, four locations) as shown in the illustration.

4. Attach the cymbal mounts

(D, two locations) as shown in the illustration.

You do not need to attach the hi-hat mount.

Setup Guide

Check the included items

Stand

Copyright © 2012 ROLAND CORPORATION

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES.”

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, Setup Guide and

Owner’s Manuals should be read in its entirety. The setup guide and manuals should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

As soon as you open the package, check to see that all items are included. If anything is missing, please contact your dealer.

* Use a commercially available kick pedal.

TD-15KV parts

❏ Cymbal mount x 2

❏ Cable clip x 4

❏ Cable tie x 2

❏ Drum key

❏ MDS-9V Owner’s manual

❏ Stand (MDS-9V) ❏ Hi-hat mount

❏ Kick pad (KD-9) ❏ V-Hi-hat (VH-11) ❏ V-Cymbal for crash

(CY-12C)

❏ V-Cymbal for ride

(CY-13R)

❏ V-Pad for snare/tom

(PDX-100 x 2)

❏ V-Pad for tom

(PD-85 x 2)

❏ Drum sound module (TD-15)

❏ Connection cable

(special for TD-15)

❏

Manual set

❏ Setup Guide (this document)

❏ TD-15 Owner’s Manual

AC adaptor

If the stand wobbles, loosen this hand knob and adjust the height.

D: Cymbal mounts

C: Pad mounts

A: Hand knobs

B: Snare pipe

135˚ 135˚

1.2 m

* Do not spread open the stand farther than 135 degrees as shown in the illustration.

Nor should you spread the stand wider than 1.2 meters (48 inches).

* Use the drum key included with the MDS-9V or VH-11 to assemble the parts and make adjustments.

03

Protrusion faces up

Attach the parts

* The parts needed to attach the hi-hat and cymbals are included in the respective packing cartons.

Attach the hi-hat (VH-11)

Clutch screw

Hi-hat clutch

Hi-hat

“Roland” logo on the farther side

Motion sensor unit

CONTROL OUT jack on the farther side

Insulating plate

Sponge side up

Check to make sure that the cymbal rod has been tightened sufficiently

Compatible Stand

Diameter: 6.0–7.0 mm

(0.236”–0.276”)

TD-15

VH-11

Attach the crash cymbal (CY-12C) and ride cymbal (CY-13R)

Tighten the bolt with a drum key.

“Roland” logo on the farther side

Stopper

Attach the stopper so that the bolt is on the right-hand side, from the performer’s perspective.

Tighten the wing nut to obtain an appropriate amount of sway.

Wing nut

Felt washer

CY-12C

CY-13R

Attach the snare (PDX-100) and toms (PDX-100/PD-85)

PDX-100 PD-85

Tighten

Tighten

PD-85

PDX-100

KD-9

PD-85

PDX-100

Loosen

Loosen

Rod Rod

Adjusting the head tension

Adjust the tension so that the pad responds to your strikes with the appropriate feel.

* If you’re using the PDX-100, tension the head somewhat tighter.

PDX-100 PD-85

4 6 4 1

2 1

2 3

5 3

5

1. Adjust each tuning bolt little by little, across the head as indicated in the illustration.

2. Adjust the tightness of each tuning bolt so that the head is tensioned evenly.

Diameter: 11.7 mm (1/2”) Max.

Attach the kick pedal (KD-9)

* Use a commercially available hi-hat stand.

Attach the sound module (TD-15)

* Adjust the position at which the TD-15 is attached so it doesn’t make contact with the

VH-11.

Install the kick pedal securely.

NOTE

Adjusting the head tension affects only the head response, and does not change the pitch of the sound as it would on an acoustic drum. Pitch adjustments are made by editing the sound in your drum sound module.

For details, refer to the owner’s manual of the drum sound module you’re using.

04

Connect the pads to the drum sound module

Connection procedure

Knob

1. Connect the cable to the

TD-15 as shown in the illustration.

Insert the connector all the way, then turn the knobs to fasten it securely.

* Insert the plug firmly, making sure it’s all the way in.

2. Labels indicating the pad to be connected are attached to the cable.

Make connections as shown in the illustration.

RD plug BOW/EDGE

OUTPUT jack

RDB plug

BELL

OUTPUT jack

RD RDB

T2

* Fasten the cables so that they will not obstruct your playing; use cable clips at locations marked , and cable ties at locations marked .

Make sure to wrap the cable ties around the pipes.

CR1

T1

T3

SNR

HH

HHC

TD-15

KIK

As seen from the front

CONTROL OUT jack

HHC plug

TRIGGER OUT jack

HH plug

05

Connect the AC adaptor and speakers

* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.

Amplified speakers, etc.

To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying undue stress to the DC IN jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.

AC adaptor

1/4” plug (mono)

Stereo

1/4” plug

Indicator

Stereo headphones

Power cord

To AC outlet

This completes assembly and connections.

When you’ve finished making connections, turn on the power as described in the TD-15 Owner’s Manual, and verify that you can hear sound.

Detailed explanation of each part

■ ■ VH-11(Hi-hat)

* Use a commercially available hi-hat stand.

If you’re using the VH-11 V-hi-hat, execute the offset adjustment from the TD-15 after making connections.

This adjustment is required in order to correctly detect open, close, and pedal operations.

01

Adjusting the offset.

1. Loosen the clutch screw and let the hi-hat rest naturally on the motion sensor unit.

2. Press the [MENU] button, and then press the ( ) cursor button to scroll the screen until the SYSTEM icon appears.

3. Press the [F3] (SYSTEM) button.

The SYSTEM screen will appear.

4. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select “Pad Settings,” and then press the [F3] (ENTER) button.

PAD SETTINGS screen will appear.

5. Press the [F1] (TYPE) button.

6. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select “HH.”

7. Use the value dial to select “VH-11.”

8. Press the [F3] (ADVNCD) button, and then press the [F3]

(HIHAT) button.

The following screen will appear.

9. While you watch the meter that’s displayed in the left side of the screen, turn the VH-11’s VH offset adjustment screw to adjust it.

Adjust the screw so that the black appears in the meter.

VH offset adjustment screw

If the closed hi-hat sound is difficult to attain, rotate the VH offset adjustment screw towards “CLOSE.”

If the open hi-hat sound is difficult to attain, rotate the screw towards “OPEN.”

* If the sound cuts off when you strike the hi-hat forcefully, rotate the VH

Offset adjustment screw towards “OPEN.”

02

Adjusting the hi-hat.

1. Adjust the gap between the metal portion in the center of the lower hi-hat and the sensor’s center tip to a clearance of approximately 3 mm, then tighten the clutch screw.

3 mm

* Although the gap can be adjusted to a clearance that makes playing the hi-hat easier, setting too narrow or wide a gap can cause improper function of the unit and prevent the hi-hat from sounding as you intend. Setting the gap to 3 mm provides the most natural feel when playing the VH-11.

2. Change the spring tension by adjusting the hi-hat stand.

* The tension may not be adjustable on some stands.

NOTE

When performing, make sure that the name “Roland” on the hi-hat is on the opposite side of the stand from the hi-hat pedal.

Fixing the cables

Wind the cable tie once

Tighten it not to slip

Turn back to fix the cables

Leave some slack in the cables

NOTE

Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but this will not affect the Pad’s function.

Other side

Detailed explanation of each part

■ ■ KD-9 (Kick)

* Use a commercially available kick pedal.

01

Attach the kick pedal.

Position the beater so that it strikes the center of the head, then secure the kick pedal and KD-9 firmly in place.

Beater

When Using a Twin Pedal

Position the two beaters equally apart from the center of the pad as shown in the figure at left. If one of the beater is further away from the center than the other, the sound from the further beater will be lower in volume, or will not sound as desired. 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. For details, see

“Setting the Pad Sensitivity [F2] (BASIC)” in the owner’s manual.

Install the kick pedal securely.

* A variety of commercially available beaters can be used, including felt, plastic, or wood types.

However if a felt beater is used, the felt may leave marks on the striking surface.

03

Adjusting the Anchor Bolts.

When using on the carpet or drum mat

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 using on the floor

NOTE

* Install the kick pedal securely.

* Take care not to pinch your fingers.

* When used on flooring, the anchor bolts may damage the floor.

* The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp. Handle with care.

02

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.

Base

Bolt

* 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.

Check to be sure they’re making contact with the floor

Component names

Output jack

Anchor bolts

Slip-prevention tape

Base

Head

Mounting plate for the kick pedal

■ ■ PD-85 (Tom)

Component names

Hoop (Rim)

Sensor Head

Washer

Wing bolt

Tuning bolt

OUTPUT jack

Holder Frame

NOTE

* Be sure to adjust the head tension of the PD-85 before use.

* Striking the head when the head tension is loose may damage the sensor and head.

* Do not apply excessive force to the sensor located below the center of the head of the PD-85. Doing so can interfere with accurate detection, and may damage it.

* Due to the nature of the materials used in the sensor of the PD-85, changes in room temperature may affect the sensitivity of the sensor.

* The performance of the head and/ or hoop rubber will diminish with use over time. If the head is torn or becomes too fatigued, or impossible to tension correctly, then it should be replaced. If the hoop rubber is worn out, it too can be replaced.

For replacement heads or to have the hoop rubber replaced, please contact your dealer or a Roland service center.

Head replacement procedure

Loosen

Hoop’s rubber portion

Washer

Tighten

Drum key

Tuning bolt

Hoop

Lock bushing

Frame

Lock bushing

Frame

If a lock bushing comes out of the frame while you’re replacing the head, align the lock bushing’s slots with the

“+” shaped portion of the frame, and press it firmly into the frame.

1. Remove all tuning bolts and washers.

* While you remove the tuning bolts, press your finger against the lock bushing so that it does not come out of the frame.

* The lock bushing is a part that prevents vibration of the hoop from turning and loosening the tuning bolts when you play rim shots.

2. Remove the hoop.

3. Remove the old head.

4. Place the new head on the frame.

5. Place the hoop on the head.

6. Pass the washers over the tuning bolts, and attach them to the hoop and frame.

7. Adjust the head tension.

For details, refer to the explanation on the opposite side of this leaflet.

■ ■ CY-12C (Crash)

■ ■ PDX-100 (Snare/Tom)

Component names

Hoop (Rim) Hoop rubber

Head

Knob

Holder

Sensor

Tuning bolt

OUTPUT jack

Frame

■ ■ CY-13R (Ride)

CY-12C component names

Bow

Pad face

Edge

CY-13R component names

Bell

Pad face

Bow

Edge

BOW/EDGE

OUTPUT jack

NOTE

Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but this will not affect the Pad’s function.

BOW/EDGE

OUTPUT jack

BELL

OUTPUT jack

Fixing the cables

(CY-12C/CY-13R)

Be sure to make this small plastic hook visible from you.

Leave some slack in the cable

Secure the cable in place with the cable tie

Wind a cable tie around the pipe and tighten it in order to not to slip.

Wind a cable tie around a cable.

Insert the small plastic hook to a hole to secure the cable to the cymbal arm.

Head replacement procedure

NOTE

* Before using the pad, tighten the head so that the tension is rather firm.

* Striking the head when the head tension is loose may damage the sensor.

* Do not apply excessive force to the sensor located below the center of the head of the PDX-100. Doing so can interfere with accurate detection, and may damage it.

* Due to the nature of the materials used in the sensor of the PDX-100, changes in room temperature may affect the sensitivity of the sensor.

* The performance of the head and/ or hoop rubber will diminish with use over time. If the head is torn or becomes too fatigued, or impossible to tension correctly, then it should be replaced. If the hoop rubber is worn out, it too can be replaced.

For replacement heads or to have the hoop rubber replaced, please contact your dealer or a Roland service center.

Tuning bolt

Head

Hoop

Frame

Sensor

1. Remove all tuning bolts from the PDX-100.

2. Remove the hoop.

3. Remove the old head, and place the new head on the frame.

4. Place the hoop onto the head.

5. Attach the tuning bolts to the hoop and frame.

6. Adjust the tension of the head.

For details, refer to the explanation on the opposite side of this leaflet.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

About WARNING and CAUTION Notices

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 effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

WARNING

Do not disassemble or modify by yourself

Do not open or perform any internal modifi cations on the unit. (The only exception would be where these manuals provides specifi c instructions which should be followed in order to put in place user-installable options.)

Do not repair or replace parts by yourself

Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specifi c instructions directing you to do so).

Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information.”

Do not use or store in the following types of locations

• Subject to temperature extremes

(e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet fl oors); or are

• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are

• Subject to salt exposure; or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty or sandy; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.

Use only stand (MDS series) that is recommended

This unit should be used only with a stand (MDS series) that is recommended by Roland.

Do not place in an unstable location

When using the unit with a stand

(MDS series) recommended by

Roland, the stand must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a stand, you still need to make sure that any location you choose for placing the unit provides a level surface that will properly support the unit, and keep it from wobbling.

About the Symbols

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

WARNING

Don’t allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit

Do not place containers containing liquid on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., fl ammable objects, coins, wires) or liquids

(e.g., water or juice) to enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions.

Adults must provide supervision in places where children are present

When using the unit in locations where children are present, be careful so no mishandling of the unit can take place. An adult should always be on hand to provide supervision and guidance.

Do not drop or subject to strong impact

Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

CAUTION

Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on it

Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

Keep small items out of the reach of children

To prevent accidental ingestion of the parts listed below, always keep them out of the reach of small children.

• Removable Parts nuts, washers, screws, anchor bolts, springs

CAUTION

Use only the specifi ed stand (s)

This unit is designed to be used in combination with specifi c stands

(MDS series) manufactured by

Roland. If used in combination with other stands, you risk sustaining injuries as the result of this product dropping down or toppling over due to a lack of stability.

Evaluate safety issues before using stands

Even if you observe the cautions given in the owner’s manuals and setup guide, certain types of handling may allow this product to cause the stand to overturn.

Please be mindful of any safety issues before using this product.

Manage cables for safety

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.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Placement

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

• When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very diff erent, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.

• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on this unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully aff ect the fi nish.

• Do not put anything that contains water on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

Maintenance

• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, nonabrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

(KD-9)

As routine maintenance, you should wipe the striking surface using a dry, soft cloth.

• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Additional Precautions

• The rubber portion of the striking surface is treated with a preservative to maintain its performance. With the passage of time, this preservative may appear on the surface as a white stain, or reveal how the pads were struck during product testing. This does not aff ect the performance or functionality of the product, and you may continue using it with confi dence.

• Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but this will not aff ect the Pad’s function.

• The hi-hat stand is supported by means of a tripod. When installing the hi-hat, make sure the legs of the tripod are opened wide enough to keep the equipment from falling over.

• Do not remove the special VH-11 clutch from the hi-hat or disassemble the clutch.

• When not using the hi-hat for extended periods, store the hi-hat in the open position to prevent placing any stress on the motion sensor unit.

• High-precision sensors are located at the portion of the motion sensor unit indicated by the arrow in the left fi gure below. Take care not to subject this area to excessive shock, and do not allow any foreign objects to enter any gaps.

• Over long periods of use, the portion of the motion sensor unit that comes into contact with the hi-hat (the damper) may become worn at the points indicated by the arrows in the right fi gure above. Such damper wear may prevent proper adjustment of the off set and may cause the hi-hat to swing with an unnatural motion. If this occurs, replace the damper. For more information on replacing the damper, contact Roland Service.

• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

• When disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself— never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box

(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

• When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs (MIX IN jack) may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.

• In the interest of product improvement, the specifi cations and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

Copyrights/Licences/Trademarks

• It is forbidden by law to make an audio recording, video recording, copy or revision of a third party’s copyrighted work (musical work, video work, broadcast, live performance, or other work), whether in whole or in part, and distribute, sell, lease, perform, or broadcast it without the permission of the copyright owner.

• Do not use this product for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this product.

• The copyright of content in this product (the sound waveform data, style data, accompaniment patterns, phrase data, audio loops and image data) is reserved by Roland

Corporation.

• Purchasers of this product are permitted to utilize said content for the creating, performing, recording and distributing original musical works.

• Purchasers of this product are NOT permitted to extract said content in original or modifi ed form, for the purpose of distributing recorded medium of said content or making them available on a computer network.

• MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which was developed by Technology Properties Limited

(TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL

Group.

• MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multimedia

Corporation.

• ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

• Roland, SuperNATURAL, V-Drums, V-Hi-Hat, V-Cymbals,

V-TOUR are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Company names and product names appearing in this document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.

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