2Press the power switch to turn the unit on.
fig.7
When the power is turned on, the SPD-20 will be in the Play mode. This is the mode in
which you will play the SPD-20.
fig.8
When you turn the SPD-20’s power on, it takes about one second complete adjustments to the trigger
circuits.
After you turn the power on, do not strike the pads or press the pedals until the Patch number is displayed.
If you turn the power on when a hi-hat control pedal (FD-7) is connected, make sure that the pedal is
fully open. When you turn the power on, a message “Fd7” will be displayed briefly. (For details see p.
40.) Do not press the pedal until this message has been displayed.
3Turn on the other devices, but turn the power amp on last.

Turning the Power Off

Power down your system in the reverse order.
When the power is turned off, the following three functions will be reset to their factory settings.
Function Factory setting
Local Control (p. 72) On
HH Control Pedal (p. 40) Not set
PATCH CHAIN ON/OFF Off
Functions and parameter settings other than these are retained even when the power is turned off.
Whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC adaptor.

Adjusting the Volume

When you strike a pad, it will trigger the sound that has been assigned to it. Playing harder will pro-
duce a louder sound. As you play, adjust the overall volume by rotating the VOLUME knob located on
the rear panel.
fig.9
This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier
and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing
sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do
not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level,
or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately
stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.
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 (especially when it is
late at night).
On Off
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