Roland TD-20 owner manual Important Notes

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IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2–4, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

•Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).

•Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

•Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach.

Placement

•Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.

•This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

•Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initi- ating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.

•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 is 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.

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. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

•Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or defor- mation.

Repairs and Data

•Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up on a DATA card, in another MIDI device (e.g., a sequencer), or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Memory Backup

•This unit contains a battery which powers the unit’s memory circuits while the main power is off. When this battery becomes weak, the message shown below will appear in the display. Once you see this message, have the battery replaced with a fresh one as soon as possible to avoid the loss of all data in memory. To have the battery replaced, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

“Backup Battery Low!”

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Contents 201b For the U.K Important Safety InstructionsPage Page Important Notes Additional Precautions Contents Mixer Settings Sequencer Playback Drum Kit Chain Chain Features Functions For Stage Top Quality Signal ProcessingSequencer Advanced Tempo FunctionsTop Panel Panel DescriptionsPhones Knob Setup ButtonMaster Knob Trigger ButtonRear Panel CompactFlash Card Slot Front PanelPhones Jack Mounting the TD-20 on the Stand Setting Up the Kit10 / Ride Connecting the Pads and PedalsSet Up Example Front Panel Connecting Headphones, Audio Equipment, Amps, or Other GearTurning On/Off the Power Connecting the Hi-Hat Adjusting Mesh Head Tension PD-125/105Adjusting the Offset Hold down KIT and press TriggerDemo Song Listening to the Demo SongFunction Buttons Button Operation and Displays Saving Your SettingsButtons, Sliders, Dial and Knobs Cursor Changing Data ValuesChoosing Pads from the TD- 20’s Top Panel Group FadersHow to Turn the Metronome Click On/Off How to Play PatternsHow to Adjust the Tempo Adjusting the Display ContrastPad PD-125/105 Playing MethodsHi-Hat VH-12 Change the Nuance of the Rim ShotChoke Play Cymbal CY-15R/14CPositional Sensing Bell Shot CY-15RChoosing a Drum Kit Drum Kit Settings KITSelecting a Drum Kit from the List F1 List About the Drum KIT ScreenKit Parameters F2 Func Adjusting the Volume F1 VolumeAssigning a Tempo for Each Kit F2 Tempo Playing Brushes F3 BrushPlaying Cross Stick F5 Xstick Naming a Drum Kit F3 NamePress KIT F3 Name F1 InsertAssign an Instrument to a Pad Choosing a Pad to EditChoose by Hitting a Pad Choose with the Trigger Select ButtonsEditing Drum Sounds F2 Edit Selecting an Instrument from the List F1 ListHead ShellMuffle F3 MuffleSustain Other InstrumentsSizzle Playing a Pattern by Hitting a Pad Pad Pattern F1 Pattern Using Pads/Pedal as Controllers F3 ControlChanging the Pitch with the Hi-Hat Pedal F2 Pdlbend Press Inst F3 Control Strike a padWhen Setting Multiple Pads to the Same Note Number Midi Settings for Each Pad F3 MidiMidi Note Numbers transmitted by Hi-Hat F4 HH Midi About the Gate TimeMixer Parameters Mixer Mixer SettingsUsing Group Faders to Edit MIX Edit Using the Compressor and EQ COMP/EQ Effect SettingsEffects On and Off Switches Equalizer EQ Compressor CompAbout Threshold and Ratio EmphasisMulti-Effects Multi Effects Ambience AmbiencePress Ambience Press Multi EffectsMulti-Effects Parameters DelayFlanger Press Master COMP/EQ Master Effects MasterShelve PeakSelecting the Pad Type F1 Bank Trigger Inputs and Pad/Playing Methods corresponding chartPress Trigger F1 Bank Use +/- or Value to select the trigger typeHow Playing Dynamics Changes the Volume Velocity Curve Setting the Pad Sensitivity F2 BasicPad Sensitivity Minimum level for the pad ThresholdWhen HH Ctrl Type is set to VH Hi-Hat Settings F3 HI-HATWhen HH Ctrl Type is set to FD Press Trigger F3 HI-HATF3 Group Xtalk Group F1 Xtalk Xtalk CancelEliminate Crosstalk Between Pads F4 Xtalk Advanced Trigger Parameters F5 Advance Trigger Signal Detection Time Scan TimeDetecting Trigger Signal Attenuation Retrigger Cancel Double Triggering Prevention Rim Shots Response Rim Shot AdjustMask Time Cross Stick ThresholdCorrespondences Between Playing Method and Trigger Input Preset Patterns Pattern P Using Preset PatternsSequencer Playback Basic OperationSelect a Pattern from the List F1 List Choosing a Pattern PatternPlaying Back a Pattern Play About the Pattern screenSetting the Tempo by Hitting a Pad Tap Tempo Tempo AdjustmentSynchronizing with an External Midi Device Synchronizing to the playback of an external sequencerMuting a Specific Part F1 Mute Part Settings F2 PartMake Settings for the Backing Part F2 Backing Percussion Part Settings F3 Perc Choosing a Percussion Set Master TuningSelecting a Percussion Instrument Instrument Numbers/Instrument NamesFrom the List F1 List Making the Settings for EachNaming a Percussion Set F3 Name Percussion Instrument F2 EditEffect Settings for Backing Parts F5 REV/CHO Volume/Pan Settings for Each Part F4 MixerPress F4 Mixer Press F5 REV/CHOSupplementary function for Loop Pattern Settings F3 FuncChoosing a Playback Method F2 Starting and Stopping the Metronome Click On/Off Using a Indicator as a ClickNaming a Pattern F5 Name Supplementary function for TAPClick Instruments Setting the ClickPress Tempo F1 Click F2 TimesigRecording a Pattern REC How to RecordSelect an Empty Pattern Press F5 NEWPattern screen, press F3 Func F1 Setup Part SettingSelect a Midi Channel Part Midi ChannelSet the Recording Method Rec ModeRecording Checking the Tones and Phrases During Recording RehearsalCopying a Pattern F1 Copy Editing a Pattern F4 EditPress F2 Append Connecting Two Patterns F2 AppendErasing a pattern F3 Erase Deleting a Pattern F4 Delete Save/Load and Copy Functions of the TD Saving Patterns to a Memory Card F5 CardSaving a Pattern to a Memory Card F1 Save Deleting a Pattern from a Memory Card F3 Delete Loading a Pattern from a Memory Card F2 LoadCopy Function Copy Press F5 Execute to carry out the procedurePress Copy Press F1-F5 to select what you want to copyCard Menu screen Saving Data to a Memory Card F1 SaveLoading Data from a Memory Card F2 Load Naming a Backup F4 NameCard Save confirmation screen, press F4 Name Press F5 Execute to load the dataDeleting Data from a Memory Card F3 Delete Press F5 Execute to delete the backupFormatting a Memory Card F4 Format Press F4 FormatPress F5 Info Checking the State of a Memory Card F5 InfoSetting the Midi Channels for Each Part F1 Midi CH Midi Settings and Operations F1 MidiMidi Settings for the Entire TD-20 F2 Global Soft ThruDevice ID Local ControlLink Midi Ch V-LINK Midi Channel Link Device IDMidi Messages for Detailed Performance Expressions F3 Ctrl Switching Drum Kits via Midi Program Change F4 ProgHH Note# Border Hi-Hat Note Number Border Press F1 Midi F3 CtrlDevice Bulk Dump F5 Bulk Saving Data to an external MidiSaving Data Loading Data to the TD-20Output Destination for the Drum Instruments Selecting Output Destinations F2 OutputPress F3 Output F4 Other Press Cursor left/right to select the sourceUsing Foot Switches F1 Foot SW Setting the SwitchesPreview Button Settings Other Settings F4 OptionUsing Pads as Switches F2 PAD SW Adjusting the Display Contrast F5 LCD Restoring the Factory Settings F5 F ResetMaster Effect Mode F2 COMP/EQ Press F1 Edit Press Chain to switch Drum Kit Chain onCreating a Drum Kit Chain Naming a Drum Kit Chain F5 Name Playing with a Drum Kit ChainOutput Level Monitor F1 Monitor What is V-LINK?Checking the Current Status F2 Info Synchronizing Images to a TD-20 Performance F5 V-LINKTurning V-LINK On/Off Using V-LINKLink Functions that the TD-20 Can Control and Midi MessagesAbout Expansion Board How to Install a Expansion BoardLock Propos des carte d’extension Installation d’une carte d’extensionLock Message Meaning Action Messages and Error MessagesError Messages Messages Messages and Error MessagesNo. Name Remark Drum Instrument ListNo. NameRemark No. Name TOMSplash About Snare/Tom Instruments About RemarksAbout Cymbal Instruments CopyrightPercussion Set Guiro Short PC CC0 NameVOICES Backing Instrument List117 116118 119Midi Implementation Chart 101 Specifications Power Supply ConnectorsPower Consumption DimensionsTD-20 Block Diagram 105 Index Symbols Numerics107 108 109 Preset Pattern List Preset Drum Kit ListName Len Tempo NameFor Canada For EU CountriesFor the USA Information
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TD-20 specifications

Roland has long been a leader in digital percussion instruments, and their range of electronic drum kits showcases both innovation and quality. Among the various models, the TD-12, TMC-6, TD-3, TD-8, and TD-20 stand out, each offering unique features and technologies that cater to a wide array of drummers.

The Roland TD-12 represents a balance of sophistication and ease of use. Equipped with advanced digital trigger technology, it provides an authentic drumming experience with highly responsive pads. The TD-12 also features a robust selection of sounds, including a broad array of kits and customizable options. The unit supports USB connectivity for easy integration with DAWs, making it popular among studio musicians.

The TMC-6 is an advanced trigger-to-MIDI interface designed for drummers who want to trigger sounds from external sources. It allows for quick and seamless connectivity with drum pads, triggering samples or other instruments in real time. The TMC-6 boasts multiple trigger inputs, adjustable sensitivity, and customizable MIDI outputs, making it an excellent tool for live performances and studio recordings.

Moving to the TD-3, this model is known for its affordability while still offering quality and versatility. It comes loaded with a variety of preset kits, making it beginner-friendly. The TD-3 also includes a wide range of onboard effects, allowing drummers to manipulate and enhance their sound with ease.

The TD-8 is a slightly more advanced option, featuring enhanced sound quality with its advanced digital trigger technology. It offers an extensive library of drum, percussion, and even ethnic sounds that can be customized extensively. With features like velocity-sensitive pads and adjustable triggering, the TD-8 is ideal for both live performances and practice sessions.

Lastly, the TD-20 stands as a flagship model known for its professional-grade features. Its expanded sound library and unprecedented sound editing capabilities allow users to fine-tune their kits to suit their playing styles. The TD-20 features advanced wave technology, providing superior audio quality and dynamics. Additionally, its Multi-Effects Processing enhances live performance, allowing drummers to shape their sound in real time.

In summary, Roland’s TD series and TMC-6 midi interface encapsulate innovation in electronic drumming, catering to both beginners and professionals through their diverse range of features, sounds, and adaptability. Whether for studio use, live performance, or practice, these instruments continue to shape the electronic percussion landscape.
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