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Setup Guide
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
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Owners 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.
Check the included items
01
* Use a commercially available kick pedal.

Stand (MDS-4V) TD-11K parts

The parts required to as- * The PD-8A is a new unit
semble the stand (MDS-4V) designed specifically
for the TD-11K. Manual set
are listed in the MDS-4V It does not support the Setup Guide (this document)
Owners Manual. use of the rim-shot TD-11 Owners Manual
Check the owners manual technique.
and make sure that you Drum sound Connection cable AC adaptor
Hi-hat control Kick pad (KD-9) Cymbal pad for Cymbal pad for V-Pad for snare Pad for tom
have all of the parts. (PDX-8) (PD-8A x 3) module (TD-11) (special for TD-11)
pedal (FD-8) hi-hat (CY-5) crash/ride (CY-8 x 2)

* Use the drum key included with the MDS-4V to assemble the parts and make adjustments.

Assemble the stand Attach the parts Attach the crash cymbal (CY-8) and ride cymbal (CY-8) Attach the drum sound

02 * 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.
03 Tighten the bolt with a drum key.

Stopper
Roland logo on the farther side

Wing nut
module (TD-11)

Attach the stopper so that Felt washer

the bolt is on the right-hand
Attach the hi-hat (CY-5) side, from the performers Tighten the wing nut to obtain an appropriate
Assembly procedure Tilt it forward slightly.
perspective. amount of sway.
Upper clutch
Assemble the stand using the procedure described in the MDS-4V Owners Manual. Clutch felt (small) Bolt
Allow for 1012 cm Place at a slightly
of space between lower position than * After attaching the drum sound
tom 1 and tom 2. the crash symbol. module to the stand, use the
Position so there is CY-8 drum key to loosen the sound
Clutch felt (large) 1215 cm of space module mounting plate, and
Cymbal mounts Lower clutch between the snare and CY-8 adjust the angle of the TD-11.
tom.

Pad mounts The hi-hat should PD-8A PD-8A Tilt it downward

be placed about
20 cm higher than slightly, so the stick
the snare.
CY-5 doesnt contact the rim.

PDX-8 PD-8A
TD-11

KD-9
Align with indentation The snare and tom
3 should be at the
Hi-hat mount While pressing Place directly same height.
below the hi-hat.
Pad mounts
Use Drum Key
If the stand wobbles, loosen to tighten Position things so the strik-
this hand knob and adjust ing surface of the kick drum
the height. FD-8 is approximately 1012 cm
in front of the pipe.

Assemble the hi-hat control pedal (FD-8) Attach the kick pedal (KD-9) Attach the snare (PDX-8) and
Attach the anchor bolt
toms (PD-8A)
Adjusting the pedal depth
* For reasons of safety, do not spread the (if installing on a drum mat)
Loosen with the drum key, Tighten Tighten
stand wider than 1.0 meters (40 inches). Anchor bolt
Anchor bolt and tighten after adjusting
Deeper
Spring for the
anchor bolt Slide the arm Loosen Loosen
Install the kick pedal
1.0 m Shallower securely. Rod Rod

Connect the pads to the drum sound module Connect the AC adaptor and speakers
04 As seen from the front

Connection procedure
Knob
1. Connect the cable to the
TD-11 as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the connector all the
way, then turn the knobs
to fasten it securely.
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05 * To prevent malfunction and/
or damage to speakers or other
RD devices, always turn down the
* Fasten the cables so that they volume, and turn off the power Amplified speakers, etc.
will not obstruct your playing; on all devices before making any
use cable clips at locations T2 T1 HH connections.
marked , and cable ties at
locations marked .
T3 SNR TD-11 1/4 plug (mono)
Make sure to wrap the cable
* Insert the plug ties around the pipes.
firmly, making sure
To prevent the inadvertent
its all the way in. Stereo
disruption of power to
1/4 plug
your unit (should the plug
2. Labels indicating the pad to RDB KIK be pulled out accidentally), Stereo
and to avoid applying headphones
be connected are attached * Do not connect the RDB cable (for
to the cable. undue stress to the DC IN
extension). Leave the cap in place, jack, anchor the power
Connect the cable to the and fasten the cable so that it will HHC cord using the cord hook, Indicator
OUTPUT jack of each pad as
not hinder your performance. as shown in the illustration. To AC outlet
shown in the illustration.
AC adaptor

When youve finished making connections, turn on the power as described

This completes assembly and connections. in the TD-11 Owners Manual, and verify that you can hear sound.

Detailed explanation of each part

KD-9 (Kick) * Use a commercially available kick pedal.

01 Attach the kick pedal. 02 Step on the kick pedal and make sure that its properly attached and in a stable position.
When Using a Twin Pedal
Position the beater so that it strikes Check to make sure that the base of the KD-9 and the kick pedal both make
the center of the head, then secure the Position the two beaters equally apart from the center of the pad as contact with the floor. NOTE
kick pedal and KD-9 firmly in place. shown in the figure at left. If one of the beater is further away from * Install the kick pedal securely.
Beater the center than the other, the sound from the further beater will be * Take care not to pinch your fingers.
lower in volume, or will not sound as desired. * Depending on how youre using the unit,
Using a twin pedal will result in lower sensitivity as compared to when the bolts that attach the pedal to the plate
a single pedal is used. Raise the sensitivity on the sound module. could become loose, causing the pedal to
* A variety of commercially available beaters
For details, see Setting the Pad Sensitivity [F2] (BASIC) in the owners rattle during performance.
can be used, including felt, plastic, or
manual. In such cases, use commercially available
wood types.
However if a felt beater is used, the felt tools to tighten the bolts.
Bolt
may leave marks on the striking surface.
Base

Install the kick pedal

securely.
Check to be sure theyre making contact with the floor

03 Adjusting the Anchor Bolts. Component names

When using the kick pedal on a carpet or on a Head

drum mat (TDM series), the slip-prevention tape Output jack
NOTE
thats on the base should prevent the KD-9 from
* When used on flooring, the anchor bolts
moving around.
may damage the floor. Adjust the anchor
However, if thats not enough to keep the KD-9
bolts correctly.
in a fixed position, you can adjust things so that Anchor bolts
the tips of the anchor bolts protrude through the When using on the carpet or When using on
* The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp.
base. That should keep it in place and make it drum mat the floor Handle with care
easier for you to play.
Slip-prevention tape

Base Mounting plate for the kick pedal

Other side
 Detailed explanation of each part
FD-8 (Hi-hat control pedal)
Component names
Anchor bolt
Control out jack
PDX-8 (Snare)
PDX-8 component names
Rim rubber
Wing nut
OUTPUT jack
Holder
About WARNING and
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
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Do not disassemble or modify by yourself
Do not open or perform any internal
modifications on the unit. (The only
exception would be where this
manual provides specific instructions
which should be followed in order to
put in place user-installable options.)
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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 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.
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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 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.
005a
Use only stand (MDS series) that is recommended
This unit should be used only
with a stand (MDS series) that is
recommended by Roland.
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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.
CY-5 (Hi-hat) CY-8 (Crash/Ride cymbal) PD-8A (Tom)
CY-5 component names CY-8 component names Component names
Fixing the cables (CY-8)
Pad face Pad face Wing bolt
Bow Bow
Edge Edge Head
Pedal plate
Leave some slack in
NOTE the cable
* The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp.
Secure the cable in
Handle with care. place with the cable tie
* When using on hard-surfaced flooring, the Wing bolt
anchor bolts may damage the floor. Do not
Arm attach the anchor bolts OUTPUT jack Be sure to make this
small plastic hook OUTPUT jack
* To adjust the travel of the pedal, loosen the OUTPUT jack visible from you. Wind a cable tie around
arm bolt. the pipe and tighten it
in order to not to slip.
Wind a cable tie around
a cable.
NOTE Insert the small plastic hook to NOTE
a hole to secure the cable to the The PD-8A is a new unit designed specifically
Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but this will not affect the Pads function. cymbal arm.
for the TD-11K. It does not support the use of
the rim-shot technique.
Adjusting the head tension Head replacement procedure
NOTE
Tuning bolts * Be sure to adjust the head tension of the
PDX-8 before use.
6 1 Loosen Tighten
* Adjusting the head tension affects only the
Head head response, and does not change the pitch
sensor 4 3 of the sound as it would on an acoustic drum.
Pitch adjustments are made by editing the Drum key 1. Remove all tuning bolts and washers.
2 5 sound in your drum sound module. * Do not apply excessive force to the sensor and
Head For details, refer to the owners manual of the cushion located under the head. Doing so can
1. Finger-tighten all of the tuning bolts in drum sound module youre using. Tuning bolts
interfere with accurate detection, and may damage
the sequence shown in the illustration. it.
* Striking the head when the head tension is
Shell The appropriate amount of tension is one
loose may damage the sensor and head. 2. Remove the old head.
that will provide approximately the same
striking response as on an acoustic drum. * Do not apply excessive force to the sensor and 3. Place the new head on the shell.
cushion located under the head. Doing so can
2. Use the drum key to adjust the tension as 4. Attach the tuning bolts to the head and shell.
interfere with accurate detection, and may
needed. Head Head sensor
damage it. 5. Adjust the head tension.
* Due to the nature of the materials used in Rim sensor
For details, refer to the explanation on Adjust-
Rim sensor the sensor of the PDX-8, changes in room Rim rubber ing the head tension.
temperature may affect the sensitivity of the
sensor.
* The performance of the head and/or rim
rubber will diminish with use over time.
If the head surface or the rim rubber becomes
torn, or if the head is still slack even after
youve adjusted its tension, or if a malfunction Shell
occurs when you play a rim shot, please
replace the head or rim rubber.
For replacement heads or to have the rim
rubber replaced, please contact your dealer or
a Roland service center.
Suitable position
for rim shots
Player
USING THE UNIT SAFELY IMPORTANT NOTES
Placement Additional Precautions Copyrights/Licences/Trademarks
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near The rubber portion of the striking surface is treated with a It is forbidden by law to make an audio recording, video
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354a
CAUTION Notices About the Symbols devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, preservative to maintain its performance. With the passage recording, copy or revision of a third partys copyrighted
or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive of time, this preservative may appear on the surface as work (musical work, video work, broadcast, live
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or heat can deform or discolor the unit. a white stain, or reveal how the pads were struck during performance, or other work), whether in whole or in part,
warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is product testing. This does not affect the performance or and distribute, sell, lease, perform, or broadcast it without
When moved from one location to another where the
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determined by the design contained within the triangle. In functionality of the product, and you may continue using it the permission of the copyright owner.
the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water
with confidence.
droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage C-01-2 Do not use this product for purposes that could infringe
cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no
this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must this will not affect the Pads function. responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this
carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must Do not insert hands or fingers into the locations indicated
has completely evaporated. product.
not be done is indicated by the design contained within with arrows in the illustrations. Otherwise, you risk getting
Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on injured or causing damage to the product. The copyright of content in this product (the sound
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the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that this unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor waveform data, style data, accompaniment patterns, phrase
the unit must never be disassembled. or otherwise harmfully affect the finish. data, audio loops and image data) is reserved by Roland
Corporation.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be Do not put anything that contains water on this unit. Also,
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carried out. The specific thing that must be done is avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, Purchasers of this product are permitted to utilize said
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indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid content for the creating, performing, recording and
distributing original musical works.
case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.
plug must be unplugged from the outlet. Maintenance Purchasers of this product are NOT permitted to extract
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said content in original or modified form, for the purpose
For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or
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Use a reasonable amount of care when using the units of distributing recorded medium of said content or making
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
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one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks them available on a computer network.
stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non- and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent
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WARNING CAUTION abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit
thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. When disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture,
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never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing which was developed by Technology Properties Limited
(KD-9)
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Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy
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Dont allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; shorts, or damage to the cables internal elements. (TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL
As routine maintenance, you should wipe the striking
objects on it Group.
never place containers with liquid on unit surface using a dry, soft cloth. When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box
559a
Do not place containers containing Never climb on top of, nor place (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed
Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind,
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liquid on this product. Never allow heavy objects on the unit. you will need to use equivalent packaging materials. from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multimedia
to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Corporation.
foreign objects (e.g., flammable When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume
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objects, coins, wires) or liquids level of equipment connected to the inputs (MIX IN jack) ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
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(e.g., water or juice) to enter this Keep small items out of the reach of children may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do
Roland, SuperNATURAL, V-Drums, V-COMPACT are either
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product. Doing so may cause short To prevent accidental ingestion not contain resistors.
registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation
circuits, faulty operation, or other of the parts listed below, always in the United States and/or other countries.
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications
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malfunctions. keep them out of the reach of small and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change
Company names and product names appearing in this
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children. without prior notice.
document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
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Adults must provide supervision in places where
Removable Parts respective owners.
children are present
nuts, washers, screws, anchor bolts,
When using the unit in locations springs
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.
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Do not drop or subject to strong impact
Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
CAUTION
101c
Use only the specified stand (s) For China
This unit is designed to be used in For EU Countries
combination with specific 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.
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Evaluate safety issues before using stands
Even if you observe the cautions
given in the owners manual 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.
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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.