Roland PD-125/PD-105 manual

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    03458145 ’03-12-1N / Owner’s Manual We’d like to take a moment to thank you for purchasing the Roland PD-125/PD-105. 201a Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (pp. 2–3). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Add[...]

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    2 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .......................................................................................................... 002a • Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit. ...............................................[...]

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    3 IMPORTANT NOTES 291a In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following: Placement 354a • 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 def[...]

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    4 * The figure shows the PD-125. * The only difference between the PD-125 and the PD-105 is the diameter. fig. Use a Stereo cable to make connections. If you use a monaural cable, rim shots cannot be played. You can play rim shots when the pad is connected to the trigger input shown below. Rim Shot Capable Trigger Inputs for Each Sound Module Make [...]

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    5 When adjusting, use a tuning key. 1 Loosen the tuning bolts until a slight gap is produced. 2 Tighten all tuning bolts by fingers, as tightly as you can. fig. 3 Using the tuning key, turn the tuning bolts two full revolutions each, thus tightening them. Tighten each tuning bolt one by one, observing the numerical order shown in the figure. fig. C[...]

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    6 fig.Head.e Head Shots Hit only the head of the pad. With certain snare sounds, playing position will change the nuance of the sound. fig.Rim.e Rim Shots Strike the head and the rim of the pad simultaneously. Cross Stick Only strike the rim of the pad. Depending on the instrument assigned to the rim you can play rim shots and/or cross stick sounds[...]

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    7 962a * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. Specifications PD-125 (12 inch) PD-105 (10 inch) Trigger 2 (Head, Rim) 2 (Head, Rim) Dimensions 330 (W) x 420 (D) x 112 (H) mm 13 (w) x 16-9/16 (D) x 4-7/16 (H) inches 280 (W) x 360 (D) x 112 (H) mm 11-1/16 [...]

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    Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. As of November 1, 2003 (Roland) ARGENTINA Instrumentos Musicales S.A. Av.Santa Fe 2055 (1123) Buenos Aires ARGENTINA TEL: (011) 4508-2700 BRAZIL Roland Brasil Ltda Rua San Jose, 780 Sala B Parque Industr[...]