Roland KD-9 V Drum Kick Pad Electronic Drum Percussion Owner’s Manual

Roland KD-9 V Drum Kick Pad Electronic Drum Percussion

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; 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, the Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PREVENTION OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS

About WARNING and CAUTION Notices

WARNING
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

CAUTION
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.

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
Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.

• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific 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”.
• Never install the unit in any of the following 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 floors); 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.
• Never allow foreign objects (e.g., flammable 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.
• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.
• Protect the unit from strong impact.(Do not drop it!)

CAUTION

• 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.
• Never climb on top of, or place heavy objects on the unit.
• Should you remove anchor bolts, springs, bolts, and washers keep them in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

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 are very different, 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 affect the finish.

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, non-abrasive detergent. Afterward, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
  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

• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the output jacks. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
• When connecting/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.
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you.
• This instrument is designed to minimize the extraneous sounds produced when it’s played. However, since sound vibrations can be transmitted through floors and walls to a greater degree than expected, take care not to allow these sounds to become a nuisance to neighbors, especially when using headphones.
• 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.
• If the surface of the beater you are using is not clean, the material used for the striking surface could get dirty. Before performances, make sure that the beater is clean before you use it.
• All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Getting Started

Contents of the Package

• KD-9
• Connection cable
• Owner’s manual (this manual)

This package does not include a kick pedal or beater. A variety of commercially available beaters can be used, including felt, plastic, or wood types.

KD-9 Components

Specifications

KD-9: Kick Pad

Dimensions

| 219 (W) x 203 (D) x 438 (H) mm

8-5/8 (W) x 8 (D) x 17-1/4 (H) inches

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Weight| 2.8 kg / 6 lbs 3 oz
Accessories| Owner’s Manual, Connection Cable

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

Setting Up the KD-9

Attaching the Kick Pedal

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.

Take care not to pinch your fingers.

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.

Check to be sure they’re making contact with 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 the performance. In such cases, use commercially available tools to tighten the bolts.

When Using a Twin Pedal

• Position the two beaters equally apart from the center of the pad as shown in the figure.
• If one of the beaters 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.

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. Adjust the anchor bolts correctly.
• The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp. Handle with care.

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

TD-9

If “KD9” is not shown as a Trig Type value, make settings as follows.

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

This symbol indicates that in EU countries, this product must be collected separately from household waste, as defined in each region. Products bearing this symbol must not be discarded together with household waste.

Manufacturer: Roland Corporation

• 2036-1 Nakagawa, Hosoe-cho, Kita-ku, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka 431-1304, JAPAN.

Importer: Roland Corporation

• ENA 23 Zone 1 nr. 1620 Klaus-Michael Kuehnelaan 13, 2440 Geel, BELGIUM.

Manufacturer: Roland Corporation

• 2036-1 Nakagawa, Hosoe-cho, Kita-ku, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka 431-1304, JAPAN.

Importer: Roland Europe Group Limited

• Hive 2, 1530 Arlington Business Park, Theale, Reading, Berkshire. RG7 4SA United Kingdom.

Roland Service Centers and Distributors

When you need repair service, access this URL and find your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country.
https://roland.cm/service.

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