Owner's Manual - Sam Ash

Owner’s ManualWe’d like to take a moment to thank you for purchasing the Roland PD-125/PD-105.201aBefore using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THEUNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (pp. 2–3). These sections provideimportant information concerning the proper operation of the unit.Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp ofevery feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read inits entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenientreference.Main features● Snare/tom pad with Mesh head for superior playing feel and response.● The PD-125/105 contains a head and rim sensor, for superiorexpressiveness.● The potential of the PD-125/105 is realized most fully when used with theTD-20/TD-12 percussion sound module.• You can change the nuance of the sound with both rim shots and headplaying position.• Brushes (nylon) can be used for brush playing. Do NOT use metalbrushes!VERY IMPORTANT!!!BEFORE playing the pads, you must TUNE them to yourpreferred playing tension. They are NOT tuned beforeshipping. Failure to adjust tension may result in damageto the trigger sensor.202Copyright © 2004 ROLAND CORPORATIONAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any formwithout the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

USING THE UNIT SAFELYUsed for instructions intended to alertthe user to the risk of death or severeinjury should the unit be usedimproperly.Used for instructions intended to alertthe user to the risk of injury or materialdamage should the unit be usedimproperly.* Material damage refers to damage orother adverse effects caused withrespect to the home and all itsfurnishings, as well to domesticanimals or pets.The symbol alerts the user to important instructionsor warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol isdetermined by the design contained within thetriangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used forgeneral cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.The symbol alerts the user to items that must neverbe carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing thatmust not be done is indicated by the design containedwithin the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, itmeans that the unit must never be disassembled.The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must becarried out. The specific thing that must be done isindicated by the design contained within the circle. Inthe case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercordplug must be unplugged from the outlet.001• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructionsbelow, and the Owner’s Manual...........................................................................................................002a• Do not open or perform any internal modifications onthe unit...........................................................................................................003• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts withinit (except when this manual provides specific instructionsdirecting you to do so). Refer all servicing to yourretailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorizedRoland distributor, as listed on the “Information”page...........................................................................................................004• Never use or store the unit in places that are:• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlightin an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top ofheat-generating equipment); or are• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are• Humid; or are• Exposed to rain; or are• Dusty; or are• Subject to high levels of vibration...........................................................................................................005• This unit should be used only with a rack or stand that isrecommended by Roland...........................................................................................................006• When using the unit with a rack or stand recommendedby Roland, the rack or stand must be carefully placed soit is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a rack orstand, you still need to make sure that any location youchoose for placing the unit provides a level surface thatwill properly support the unit, and keep it fromwobbling...........................................................................................................011• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins,pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) topenetrate the unit...........................................................................................................013• In households with small children, an adult shouldprovide supervision until the child is capable offollowing all the rules essential for the safe operation ofthe unit...........................................................................................................014• Protect the unit from strong impact.(Do not drop it!)..........................................................................................................104• Try to prevent cords and cables from becomingentangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed sothey are out of the reach of children...........................................................................................................106• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on theunit...........................................................................................................118• Should you remove the stand fixing screw, the tuningbolts, and the washers, make sure to put them in a safeplace out of children's reach, so there is no chance ofthem being swallowed accidentally...........................................................................................................2

IMPORTANT NOTES291aIn addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following:Placement354a• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devicesthat radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwisesubject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform ordiscolor the unit.355b• When moved from one location to another where the temperatureand/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation)may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction mayresult if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore,before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for severalhours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.356• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on theunit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor orotherwise harmfully affect the finish.Maintenance401a• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or onethat has been slightly dampened with water. To removestubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasivedetergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly witha soft, dry cloth.402• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, toavoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.Additional Precautions553• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons,sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks andconnectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.556• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connectoritself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causingshorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.558a• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’svolume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones,so you do not need to be concerned about those around you(especially when it is late at night).558d• This instrument is designed to minimize the extraneous soundsproduced when it’s played. However, since sound vibrations canbe transmitted through floors and walls to a greater degree thanexpected, take care not to allow these sounds to become anuisance to neighbors, especially when performing at night andwhen using headphones.559a• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box(including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, youwill need to use equivalent packaging materials.add• The snare stand is supported by means of a tripod. Wheninstalling the drum set, make sure the legs of the tripod areopened wide enough to keep the equipment from falling over.3

Component (Parts) Names* The figure shows the PD-125.* The only difference between the PD-125 and the PD-105 is the diameter.fig.Stand fixingscrewHeadHoop (rim)Tuning boltsDo not apply excessive force tothe sensor located below thecenter of the head of the unit.Doing so can interfere withaccurate detection, and maydamage it.Due to the nature of theBracketShellOutput jackLugsFramematerials used in the sensor ofthe unit, changes in roomtemperature may affect thesensitivity of the sensor.SetupConnecting to the Sound ModuleUse a Stereo cable to make connections. If you use a monaural cable, rim shots cannotbe played. You can play rim shots when the pad is connected to the trigger inputshown below.Rim Shot Capable Trigger Inputs for Each Sound ModuleTD-20 2 (SNARE), 3–6 (TOM 1–4), 12–15 (AUX 1–4)TD-12 2 (SNARE), 3–5 (TOM 1–3), 11–12 (AUX 1–2)TD-10 2 (SNARE)TD-8 3 (SNARE)TD-6V/6 2 (SNARE)TD-3 SNAREMounting with a Snare StandMake sure the snare drum stand you use is designed to firmly hold a 12-inch (PD-125) or 10-inch (PD-105) drum.Mounting with a Tom StandTo prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or otherdevices, always turn down thevolume, and turn off thepower on all devices beforemaking any connections.The appropriate Trigger Typesettings need to be made forthe percussion sound module.For instructions on making thesettings, read the Owner’sManual for the relevant soundmodule.Be sure to tighten the standfixing screw to prevent thenoise.fig.When mounting the PD-125/105 to a tom stand, verify the dimension of the rod.(6.3–12.5 mm)loosentightenRod (diameters which can be attached: 6.3–12.5 mm)4

Adjusting the HeadAdjusting the Head TensionWhen adjusting, use the included drum key.Heads MUST BE TUNED BEFORE PLAYING.Like with an acoustic drum, accurate and equal head tension is needed for correcttriggering response.1Loosen the tuning bolts until a slight gap is produced.On the PD-125/105, adjustingthe head tension affects onlythe head response, and not thepitch of the sound, as it wouldon an acoustic drum. To adjustthe pitch, edit the soundparameters of the TD-20/TD-12. For details refer to therespective owner's manual.2Tighten all tuning bolts by fingers, as tightly as you can.fig.Head tension may change overa period of time, so readjustwhen necessary.Tuning boltWasherSlight gapHoop3Using the drum key, turn the tuning bolts two full revolutions each, thustightening them.Tighten each tuning bolt one by one, observing the numerical order shown in thefigure.fig.1 3HEAD MADE BY REMO U.S.A.564 2Positional Sensing with the TD-20/12By using the TD-20/12 as the sound module, you can produce changes in the sounddepending on the position on the head that is struck. For accurate detection of thepoint where the head is struck, adjust the tension so that it is completely uniformthroughout the head.5

Playing Methodsfig.Head.eHead ShotsHit only the head of the pad. With certain snaresounds, playing position will change the nuance ofthe sound.Headfig.Rim.eRim ShotsStrike the head and the rim of the pad simultaneously.HeadRimCross StickOnly strike the rim of the pad.Depending on the instrument assigned to the rim youcan play rim shots and/or cross stick sounds.Change the Nuance of the Rim Shot(Only with the TD-20/TD-12)RimRimTo play the cross stick, be surethat you only strike the rim ofthe pad. Placing your hand onthe head of the pad mightprevent the cross stick soundfrom being played properly.With certain snare and tom sounds, slight changes in the way you play rim shotschanges the nuance.Normal Rim Shots (Open Rim Shots)Strike the head and rim simultaneously.Shallow Rim ShotsHeadRimFor more information on thetrigger inputs of the varioussound modules that supportthe use of rim shots, refer to p.4.Simultaneously strike the head near the rim and therim itself.* See the TD-20/TD-12 owner's manual for more info aboutwhich sounds allow this.HeadRimSound Module Compatibility ChartTD-20, TD-12 TD-10, TD-8 TD-6V/6 TD-3Head Shot o o o oPositional Sensing o o x xRim Shot o o o oRim Shot Nuance o x x xCross Stick o o o oBrush Sweep o o x xWhen using brushes, be sure touse nylon brushes.* For more on settings and tones, see the respective module’s owner’s manual.6

Specifications962aPD-125 (12 inch)Trigger 2 (Head, Rim) 2 (Head, Rim)Dimensions330 (W) x 420 (D) x 112 (H) mm13 (w) x 16-9/16 (D) x 4-7/16 (H)inchesPD-105 (10 inch)280 (W) x 360 (D) x 112 (H) mm11-1/16 (W) x 14-3/16 (D) x 4-7/16(H) inchesWeights 2.8 kg / 6 lbs 3 oz 2.3 kg / 5 lbs 2 ozAccessoriesOptionsOwner’s manual,Connection Cable, Drum KeyMesh Head (MH-12)Owner’s manual,Connection Cable,Drum KeyMesh Head (MH-10)Pad Mount (MDH-10U),Stand (MDS-20/12/6C/3C)* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit aresubject to change without prior notice.The hoop’s rubber portion isone component that eventuallywears out (the more so ifnumerous rimshots areperformed), and will requirereplacement. Rim shots maynot be performed correctlywhen the rubber portion isworn out. If this occurs,replace the hoop. ConsultRoland Service for more onreplacing the hoop.7

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