Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product KD-120 Roland
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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2–3) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 3). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
2 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .......................................................................................................... 002b • Do not open or perform any internal modifica- tions on the unit.
3 104 • 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. ..................................................................................................
4 Features • Kick trriger pad with net material on head for superior playing feel, and quiet response. • The four-leg stand assures outstanding stability. • You can also play using a twin (double kick) pedal. Contents of the Package This package does not include a kick pedal.
5 Setup Assembling the KD-120 1. Place the KD-120 pad, with the head surface facing downward, on a flat surface such as the floor. 2. Use the included drum key to loosen and remove the bolts for the brackets on the back of the KD-120 pad. 3. Mount the stand on the brackets so that the output jack for the KD-120 pad faces up.
6 5. Loosen the T-bolts for the stand and mount the legs on the stand. Install the legs as shown in the figure so that the ends of the legs protrude by about 2 cm. 6. Tighten the T-bolts to secure the legs to the stand. 7. Lift the KD-120 and place the stand and the four legs upright.
7 When Using a Twin (Double Kick) Pedal With the KD-120, you can also play using a twin (double kick) pedal. Set this up so that the striking points of the two beaters fall at equal distances to the left and right of the center of the head.
8 Head Adjustment The head tension of the KD-120 can be adjusted. Adjusting the Head Tension When adjusting, use the included drum key or the drum key for your acoustic drums. In general, a tension that produces a strike response approximately the same as an acoustic bass drum will be appropriate.
9 Head Replacement 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.
10 As of December 10, 2005 (ROLAND) Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below.
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