Roland Octapad SPD-20 Pro User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Owner’s Manual (this document)

Read this first. It explains the basic things you need to know in order to use the SPD-20 PRO.

PDF Manual (download from the Web)

55 Data List

This explains the parameters and sound of the SPD-20 PRO.

55 MIDI Implementation

This is detailed reference material regarding MIDI messages.

To obtain the PDF manual

1. Enter the following URL in your computer.

http://www.roland.com/manuals/

I

2.Choose “SPD-20 PRO” as the product name.

Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 5). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.

© 2020 Roland Corporation

Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3

IMPORTANT NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5

Overview of the OCTAPAD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

Kit and Inst. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

What Is an Inst (Instrument)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

What Does Layer Mean?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

What Is a Kit?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

What Are Ambience and MFX?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6

Editing and Saving Your Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7

Panel Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8

Top Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8

Rear Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9

Attaching to a Stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10

Performing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Turning the Power On/Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11

Selecting a Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11

Disabling Button Operation . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11

Stopping All Currently-Heard Sound . .

. . . . . . . . . .

11

Creating a Kit. . . . .

. . . . . . .

. . . . .

. . .

. .

12

Basic Editing Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12

Screen Indications. .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12

Editing the Sound of a Pad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14

Effect Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17

MFX Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17

AMBIENCE Settings .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17

Editing the Sound of the Overall Kit . .

. . . . . . . . . .

18

 

 

Recalling Kits in a Specific Order. . . . . . . . . . . .

20

Creating a Kit Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20

Using a Kit Chain . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20

 

 

Specifying the Pad Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . .. .

21

 

 

 

Connecting External Devices . .

. . . . . . . . . . . .

22

Connecting External Pads and Pedals. .

. . . . . . . . .

22

External Trigger Settings . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22

Assigning the Footswitch . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25

MIDI Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

26

MIDI Settings for the Entire OCTAPAD. .

. . . . . . . . .

26

Other Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27

Copying or Exchanging Kits, Pads, or Layers . . . . . . . .

27

Using a USB Flash Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28

Saving/Loading Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28

Formatting a USB Flash Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30

Other Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30

Adjusting the Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30

Restoring the Factory Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30

Adjusting the Signal Level of the OUTPUT Jacks and PHONES

 

Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

31

Setting the AUTO OFF Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

31

Viewing the Version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

31

 

 

Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32

 

 

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32

 

 

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33

 

 

2

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

AboutWARNING and CAUTION Notices

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.

About the Symbols

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden).The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out.The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

WARNING

To completely turn off power to the unit, pull out the plug from the outlet

Even with the power switch turned off, this unit is not completely separated from its main source of power. When the power needs to be completely turned off, turn off the power switch on the unit, then

pull out the plug from the 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 and readily accessible.

Concerning the Auto Off function

The power to this unit will be turned off automatically after a predetermined amount of time has passed since it was

last used for playing music, or its buttons or controls were operated (Auto Off

function). If you do not want the power to be turned off automatically, disengage the Auto Off function (p. 31).

Do not disassemble or modify by yourself

Do not carry out anything unless you are instructed to do so in the owner’s manual. Otherwise, you risk causing malfunction.

Do not repair or replace parts by yourself

Be sure to contact your dealer, a Roland service center, or an official Roland dealer.

For a list of Roland service centers and official Roland dealers, refer to the Roland website.

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 heatgenerating 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

Exposed to rain; or are

Dusty or sandy; or are

Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness; or are

Placed in a poorly ventilated location.

WARNING

Use only the stand that is recommended

This unit should be used only with a stand that is recommended by Roland.

Do not place in a location that is unstable

When using the unit with a stand 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.

Precautions regarding placement of this unit on a stand

Be sure to follow the instructions in the Owner’s Manual carefully when placing this unit on a stand (p. 10).

If it is not set up properly, you risk creating an unstable situation which could lead to

the unit falling or the stand toppling, and may result in injury.

Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct voltage

Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on

the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors

may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

Use only the supplied power cord

Use only the attached power cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

Do not bend the power cord or place heavy objects on it

Otherwise, fire or electric shock may result.

WARNING

Avoid extended use at high volume

Use of the unit at high volume for extended periods of time may cause hearing loss. If you ever experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit and consult a specialized physician.

Do not allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit

Do not place containers containing liquid (e.g., flower vases) on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., flammable objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to enter this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions.

Turn off the unit if an abnormality or malfunction occurs

In the following cases, immediately turn off the power, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and contact your dealer, a Roland service center, or an official Roland dealer for service.

The AC adaptor or the power cord has been damaged; or

If smoke or unusual odor occurs; or

Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or

The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or

The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

For a list of Roland service centers and official Roland dealers, refer to the Roland website.

Be cautious to protect children from injury

Always make sure that an adult is on hand to provide supervision and guidance when using the unit in places where children are present, or when a child will be using the unit.

Do not drop or subject to strong impact

Otherwise, you risk causing damage or malfunction.

3

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

WARNING

Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices

Otherwise, you risk overheating or fire.

Do not use overseas

Before using the unit in overseas, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland service center, or an authorized Roland distributor.

For a list of Roland service centers and official Roland dealers, refer to the Roland website.

CAUTION

Use only the specified stand(s)

This unit is designed to be used in combination with specific stands (PDS 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.

Evaluate safety issues before using stands

Even if you observe the cautions given in the owner’s manual, certain types of handling may allow this product to fall from the stand, or cause the stand to overturn. Please be mindful of any safety issues before using this product.

When disconnecting the power cord, grasp it by the plug

To prevent conductor damage, always grasp the power cord by its plug when disconnecting it.

Periodically clean the power plug

An accumulation of dust or foreign objects between the power plug and the power outlet can lead to fire or electric shock.

At regular intervals, be sure to pull out the power plug, and using a dry cloth,

wipe away any dust or foreign objects that may have accumulated.

Disconnect the power plug whenever the unit will not be used for an extended period of time

Fire may result in the unlikely event that a breakdown occurs.

Route all power cords and cables in such a way as to prevent them from getting entangled

Injury could result if someone were to trip on a cable and cause the unit to fall or topple.

Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing heavy objects on it

Otherwise, you risk injury as the result of the unit toppling over or dropping down.

Never connect/disconnect a power plug if your hands are wet

Otherwise, you could receive an electric shock.

CAUTION

Disconnect all cords/cables before moving the unit

Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.

Before cleaning the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet

If the power plug is not removed from the outlet, you risk receiving an electric shock.

Whenever there is a threat of lightning, disconnect the power plug from the outlet

If the power plug is not removed from the outlet, you risk causing malfunction or receiving an electric shock.

Keep small items out of the reach of children

To prevent accidental ingestion of the parts listed below, always keep them out of the reach of small children.

Removable Parts Screws (p. 10)

4

IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply

Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter or a motor (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner). Depending on the way in which

the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.

The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

Place the AC adaptor so that the side with text is downward.

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 unit may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this unit 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 initiating 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.

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.

Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.

Do not place containers or anything else containing liquid on top of this unit. Also, whenever any liquid has been spilled on the surface of this unit, be sure to promptly wipe it away using a soft, dry cloth.

Maintenance

Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

Before sending the unit away for repairs, be sure to make a backup of the data stored within it; or you may prefer to write down the needed information. Although we will do our utmost to preserve the data stored in your unit when we carry out repairs, in some cases, such as when the memory section is physically damaged, restoration of the stored content may be impossible. Roland assumes no liability concerning the restoration of any stored content that has been lost.

Additional Precautions

Any data stored within the unit can be lost as the result of equipment failure, incorrect operation, etc. To protect yourself against the irretrievable loss of data, try to make a habit of creating regular backups of the data you’ve stored in the unit.

Roland assumes no liability concerning the restoration of any stored content that has been lost.

Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

When disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

To avoid disturbing others nearby, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels.

This instrument is designed to minimize the extraneous sounds produced when it’s played. However, since sound vibrations can be transmitted through floors and walls to a greater degree than expected, take care not to allow these sounds to become a nuisance others nearby.

When disposing of the packing carton or cushioning material in which this unit was packed, you must observe the waste disposal regulations that apply to your locality.

The rubber portion of the striking surface is treated with a preservative to maintain its performance. With the passage of time, this preservative may appear on the surface as a white stain, or reveal how the pads were struck during product testing. This does not affect the performance or functionality

of the product, and you may continue using it with confidence.

Continuous playing may cause dis-coloration of the pad, but this will not affect the pad’s function.

Do not use connection cables that contain a built-in resistor.

If you want to play the SPD-20 PRO with a stand, use a pad stand (PDS-10 or PDS-20; sold separately).

You must use the screws on the bottom panel of the SPD-20 PRO. Using any other screws may cause malfunction.

Do not use the screws included in the PDS-10 (old model).

Using External Memories

Please observe the following precautions when handling external memory devices. Also, make sure to carefully observe all the precautions that were supplied with the external memory device.

Do not remove the device while reading/writing is in progress.

To prevent damage from static electricity, discharge all static electricity from your person before handling the device.

Intellectual Property Right

The copyright of content in this product (the sound waveform data, style data, accompaniment patterns, phrase data, audio loops and image data) is reserved by Roland Corporation.

Purchasers of this product are permitted to utilize said content (except song data such as Demo Songs) for the creating, performing, recording and distributing original musical works.

Purchasers of this product are NOT permitted to extract said content in original or modified form, for the purpose of distributing recorded medium of said content or making them available on a computer network.

This product contains eParts integrated software platform of eSOL Co.,Ltd. eParts is a trademark of eSOL Co., Ltd. in Japan.

This Product uses the Source Code of μT-Kernel under T-License 2.0 granted by the T-Engine Forum (www.tron.org).

Company names and product names appearing in this document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.

Roland and OCTAPAD are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

5

Overview of the OCTAPAD

Kit and Inst

What Is an Inst (Instrument)?

All the sounds and instruments on board the OCTAPAD are referred to as “INST.”

What Does Layer Mean?

Two Insts (Main, Sub) can be assigned to each pad.

The way in which the strength of your strike on the pad affects the volume of each instrument can be specified in “Layer Type.”

With a hi-hat for example, by playing softly you can have the closed hi-hat sound, and when playing harder, the open hi-hat sound. Or you can use a snare drum sound, so when play softly you hear the head sound, and when playing louder you can have a rim shot.

When the layer type is “SWITCH”

When the layer type is “FADE2”

Volume

Sub

Volume

Sub

 

Main

 

Main

 

Playing

 

Playing

 

Dynamics

 

Dynamics

Sub

Main

What Is a Kit?

All instruments assigned to the eight pads and four external pads as well as the effects used, are memorized as a “Kit.”You can select kits by pressing the [–], [+] buttons (p. 11).

In live performance situations, the Kit Chain function allows you to determine the switching order of selected kits (p. 20).

“Kit structure” (p. 7)

What Are Ambience and MFX?

These are both effects.

The “Ambience” selected is a global function, meaning that all kits will use this effect. You can select from various types of rooms and halls. “MFX” is a full blown effects unit that can be used on an individual kit basis.

On the OCTAPAD you can use one instance of ambience and three instances of MFX with each kit.

Ambience

 

MFX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Audio signal flow” (p. 7)

6

Overview of the OCTAPAD

Editing and Saving Your Data

The OCTAPAD features some powerful editing tools such as pitch, decay, tone color etc. Also, the MFX for each kit can be edited as well.

All of your edits are automatically saved internally. If you need to, you can restore an individual kit to the factory settings. See “Restoring the Factory Settings” (p. 30).

By connecting a USB flash drive (sold separately) to the OCTAPAD, you can back up all of the OCTAPAD’s settings (or the settings for a specified individual kit) to the USB flash drive. Be sure to back up your favorite data (p. 28).

Kit structure

PAD1–8

KIT 200

 

 

 

EXT1–4

 

 

 

 

 

Sub

001

 

 

 

 

Main

PAD 1–8

 

 

 

 

PAD1

PAD2

PAD3

PAD4

 

INST

 

Volume

Main

Main

Main

Main

 

Curve

Sub

Sub

Sub

Sub

 

 

 

 

 

 

FixedValue

PAD5

PAD6

PAD7

PAD8

 

CoarseTune

Main

Main

Main

Main

 

FineTune

Sub

Sub

Sub

Sub

 

Decay

EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT

 

 

Pan

 

 

 

 

 

 

(R): (RIM)

Output

EXT1 (R)

EXT2 (R)

EXT3 (R)

EXT4 (R)

 

FixedHH

EXT1 (H)

EXT2 (H)

EXT3 (H)

EXT4 (H)

(H): (HEAD)

MFXSelect

Main

Main

Main

Main

 

MFXSend

Sub

Sub

Sub

Sub

 

 

 

 

 

 

AmbSend

 

 

 

KitVolume

 

LAYER EQ

MFX1

AMBIENCE

 

PedalHHVol

 

 

 

 

 

 

LayerType

MFX2

KIT COMP

KitTempo

 

PAD MUTE GROUP

PadMinVol

 

 

 

 

 

 

PAD LINK

 

FadePoint

 

 

 

 

MFX3

KIT EQ

 

KIT MIDI

 

PedalBend

 

 

 

 

 

KIT NAME

 

PAD COMP (*)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(*) The PAD COMP for an external trigger (EXT1–EXT4) is common to the Head and Rim.

Audio signal flow

Disconnected when Output is “MFX” (p. 14)

PAD

SUB

MAIN

INST

LAYER EQ

PAD COMP

KIT COMP

KIT EQ

To OUTPUT/

PHONES

 

 

 

 

 

AMBIENCE

MFX1

MFX2

MFX3

7

Panel Description

Top Panel

PAD 1

PAD 2

PAD 3

PAD 4

1

PAD 5

PAD 6

PAD 7

PAD 8

2

5

9

11

14

16

18

3

4

6

7

8

10

12

13

15

17

19

Number

Name

Explanation

 

 

 

1

PAD 1–8

Play pads 1–8 by playing them with

sticks.

 

 

 

 

Kit numbers, Kit names, and settings

2

Display

are shown here.

* The 7-segment display at the left

 

 

 

 

always shows the kit number.

 

 

Displays the top screen.

3

[KIT] button

* By pressing the [SHIFT] button +

 

 

[KIT] button, you can disable button

 

 

operations (p. 11).

4

[K][J] buttons

Select the item to edit.

 

 

 

5

[–][+] buttons

Select kits or edit the value of a

parameter.

 

 

6

[SHIFT] button

Used in combination with other

buttons to access a variety of

 

 

functions.

 

 

Returns to the previous screen.

 

 

Also used to cancel the previous

7

[EXIT] button

operation.

* By pressing the [SHIFT] button

 

 

 

 

+ [EXIT] button, you can stop all

 

 

currently-heard sound (p. 11).

 

 

By pressing this when the display

 

 

indicates [ENTER], you can execute

8

 

an operation or access a screen with

[ENTER] button

detailed settings.

 

 

* By pressing the [SHIFT] button +

 

 

[ENTER] button, you can specify a

 

 

common value for all pads (p. 13).

Number

Name

Explanation

 

 

 

9

[INST] button

 

 

 

 

10

[LEVEL] button

 

 

 

 

 

LAYER [TYPE]

 

11

button

Select the pad setting to edit (p. 14).

LAYER [MAIN/

 

 

 

SUB] button

 

12[PITCH] button

13[OTHER] button

14[MFX] button Edit the effect settings (p. 17).

15[KIT COMMON] Edits settings for the entire kit button (p. 18).

16

[AMBIENCE]

Edits ambience settings (p. 17).

button

 

 

17

[COPY/

Copies or exchanges kits or pads. You

EXCHANGE]

can also exchange layers (p. 27).

 

button

 

 

18

[SYSTEM] button Edits settings for the entire OCTAPAD

 

 

 

19

[KIT CHAIN]

Lets you register and recall kits in the

order in which you want to use them

button

 

during a live performance (p. 20).

 

 

8

Panel Description

Rear Panel

MIX IN jack

Connect another electronic musical instrument, external audio device (portable audio player, computer, CD player, etc.). The sound that is input to this jack is output from the OUTPUT jacks and the PHONES jack.

EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT1–4 jacks/HH CTRL jack p. 22

Connect pads or pedals to the 1–4 external trigger input jacks. To make this connection, use the cable that is included with each pad. All pads and pedals are sold separately.

To the HH CTRL jack you can connect a hi-hat control pedal that is compatible with the FD-8, FD-9, VH-10, or VH-11.

[VOLUME] knob

 

USB MEMORY port

p. 28

Adjusts the volume that is

 

 

 

 

Connect a USB flash drive (sold separately).

output from the OUTPUT

 

(L/R) jacks and the PHONES

 

This lets you back up the OCTAPAD’s

jack.

 

settings to a USB flash drive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHONES jack

Connect your headphones. Even when using your headphones, sound

is still output from the OUTPUT jacks.

OUTPUT jacks

For connection to your amplification or recording system.

If making a MONO connection, use the L/MONO jack.

MIDI port p. 26

Connect MIDI devices.

DC IN jack

Connect the included AC adaptor here.

FOOT SW jack p. 25

You can connect a footswitch (sold

separately: BOSS FS5U, FS-6) and use it to control a variety of things.

[POWER] switch p. 11

Turns the power on/off.

Use the cord hook to secure the cord of the AC adaptor as shown in the illustration.

The cord of the supplied AC Adaptor

Hook

*To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.

9

Attaching to a Stand

If you want to play the OCTAPAD with a stand, use a pad stand (PDS-10 or PDS-20; sold separately).

*You must use the screws on the bottom panel of the OCTAPAD Using any other screws may cause malfunction.

*Do not use the screws included in the PDS-10 (old model).

*When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the buttons and pads from damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.

1. Using the screws on the bottom of the OCTAPAD, attach the PDS-10 or PDS-20 mounting plate.

*Do not use the screws included with the pad stand. bottom of OCTAPAD

2. Attach the OCTAPAD to the pad stand.

For the details on how to assemble the pad stand and use the mounting plate, refer to the owner’s manual of the pad stand.

10

Performing

Turning the Power On/Off

1. Use the POWER switch (p. 9) to turn the power on/off.

*The power to this unit will be turned off automatically after a predetermined amount of time has passed since it was last used for playing music, or its buttons or controls were operated (Auto Off function). If you do not want the power to be turned off automatically, disengage the Auto Off function (p. 31).

To restore power, turn the power on again.

*Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

Selecting a Kit

When you switch kits, the sounds of all pads are switched together.

1.Press the [KIT] button.

2.Use the [–][+] buttons to select a kit.

Kit number

Kit number: Kit name

*If you hold down the [SHIFT] button and use the [–][+] buttons, the kit number changes in steps of ten.

About the icons shown in the upper right of the screen

Icon Meaning

Shown if the kit’s MFX is on (p. 17).

Shown if the kit’s ambience is on (p. 17).

Button operation is disabled.

Disabling Button Operation

While the kit selection screen is shown, you can disable operation of the buttons and footswitch to prevent the settings from being changed by inadvertently pressing a button or footswitch.

1.Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [KIT] button.

A lock symbol appears in the upper right of the screen.

To unlock, once again hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [KIT] button.

*You can’t disable button operation in other than the kit selection screen.

Stopping All Currently-Heard Sound

You can stop all currently-heard sound.

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [EXIT] button.

The screen indicates “All Sound Off.”

KIT CHAIN Function

The Kit Chain function allows you specify the order in which kits will switch. Very convenient for live performance.

For detail, see “Recalling Kits in a Specific Order” (p. 20).

Footswitch

Footswitches can be used to change kits.

For detail, see “Assigning the Footswitch” (p. 25).

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Creating a Kit

Basic Editing Operation

5

2

1 4

1.Select a kit (p. 11).

2.Press a button to select the type of item that you want to edit.

3.Select a pad (p. 13).

4.Use the [K][J] buttons to select the item that you

want to edit.

If the display indicates [ENTER], press the [ENTER] button to proceed to detailed settings.

5. Use the [–][+] buttons to specify the value.

The value increases rapidly if you hold down the [+] button and press the [–] button. The value decreases rapidly if you hold down the [–] button and press the [+] button. The value changes more greatly if you hold down [SHIFT] and press the [+] or [–] button.

Screen Indications

Inst screen Other edit screens

Inst number

The first two characters indicate the instrument’s category, the next three digits indicate the inst number, and the SPD-20 inst number is shown in parentheses ( ).

PAD LINK icon/

Edited item

PAD LINK icon/

Pad number/

(button name)

Pad number/

Layer icon

 

Layer icon

Inst name

Parameter name

Value

 

If “C” or “A” is shown, you can use

 

 

the [K][J] buttons to move to the

 

 

next (or previous) parameter.

 

PAD LINK icon

This is shown only if PAD LINK (p. 14) is on.

Layer icon

Layer type

Icon

Layer

Main

OFF

Sub

Main

Other than OFF

Sub

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Creating a Kit

Selecting an inst

1.Select a pad.

2.Press the [INST] button.

3.Press the LAYER [MAIN/SUB] button to select the layer (Main or Sub).

4.Use the [–][+] buttons to select an instrument.

Alternatively, you can use the [K][J] buttons to select category, number, or SPD-20 (old model) instrument number, and then use the [–][+] buttons to select an instrument.

Selecting a pad or external trigger

Strike the pad that you want to edit. To select an external trigger that’s connected to an EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT 1–4 jack, strike or press the connected pad or pedal.

You can also select by holding down the [ENTER] button and using the [K][J] buttons.

Making settings common to all pads (SET ALL)

Here’s how to set the currently-edited parameter to the same value for all pads.

1.Select a value as described in “Basic Editing Operation” (p. 12).

2.Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [ENTER] button.

3.Press the [ENTER] button.

The parameter value specified for the selected pad/kit is applied to all pads. If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

*If you are editing a setting of an internal pad, the setting is applied to the eight internal pads. If you are editing a setting of an external pad, the setting is applied to both the head and rim of the four external pads.

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Creating a Kit

Editing the Sound of a Pad

Button

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

 

[INST]

INST

Refer to “Data

Selects the instrument that is assigned to the pad.

List” (PDF)

 

 

 

 

LAYER [TYPE]

LayerType

Specifies the layer type (p. 15)

 

LAYER [MAIN/SUB]

Switches between editing the Main or the Sub sound.

 

Volume

0–127

Specifies the volume.

 

 

 

 

 

The standard setting. This produces the most natural

 

 

LINEAR

 

correspondence between playing dynamics and volume

 

 

 

 

change.

 

 

EXP1

Selects the way in

Compared to LINEAR, strong dynamics produce a greater

 

 

which the strength

change.

 

 

 

[LEVEL]

Curve

LOG1, LOG2,

of the strike affects

Compared to LINEAR, a soft playing produces a greater

 

LOG3

the volume of the

change.

 

 

 

 

SPLINE1, SPLINE2

instrument (CURVE).

Extreme changes are made in response to playing

 

 

 

dynamics.

 

 

 

 

 

 

FIXED

 

The sound is heard at a fixed volume regardless of your

 

 

 

playing dynamics.

 

 

 

 

 

FixedValue

1–127

Specifies the velocity when Curve=FIXED.

 

PadMinVol

0–15

Specifies the volume of the weakest strike.

 

CoarseTune

-24–24

Specifies the pitch in semitone units.

[PITCH]

FineTune

-50–50

Specifies the pitch in one-cent units (1/100 of a semitone).

PedalBend

-24–24

Lets you modify the pitch by pressing the hi-hat pedal. This specifies the

 

 

maximum amount of change in semitone units.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specifies the instrument’s decay time (DECAY). Larger values make the decay

 

Decay

1–100

time longer.

 

 

 

 

* For some instruments, this setting might not affect the tonal character.

 

 

NORMAL, CLOSE,

Specifies the openness of the hi-hat. If this is NORMAL, the openness depends on

 

Fixed HH

how deeply you press the pedal.

 

HALF, OPEN

 

 

* This can be set only if the instrument is hi-hat control (HC).

 

 

 

 

Pan

L30–CENTER–R30

Specifies the instrument’s panning (the position from which the sound is heard

 

from the left and right speakers).

 

 

 

Selects whether the sound of the instrument is output only to MFX or to both

 

 

 

MFX and direct.

 

Output

MFX, DRY+MFX

MFX

DRY+MFX

 

 

 

MFX

 

 

 

MFX

 

MFXSelect

MFX1, MFX2,

Of the three effects specified for a kit, one can be applied to Main and one to Sub.

 

MFX3

 

 

 

 

MFXSend

0–127

Specifies the volume level sent to MFX separately for Main and for Sub.

[OTHER]

AmbSend

0–127

Specifies the volume level sent to Ambience separately for Main and for Sub.

 

 

 

Adjusts the tonal character (layer equalizer) separately for Main and for Sub. You

 

LAYER EQ

can adjust the tonal character by specifying the boost/cut for each of three bands

 

(LOW, MID, HIGH).

 

 

 

 

 

 

For details, refer to “LAYER EQ settings” (p. 15).

 

PAD COMP

Adjusts the amount of volume change (pad compressor) for each pad.

 

For details, refer to “PAD COMP settings” (p. 16).

 

 

 

 

 

Strike to select

If you assign a pad to a group, other pads assigned to the same mute group

 

 

are muted (silenced) when you strike that pad. For example, you can use this to

 

 

the pad whose

 

PAD MUTE GROUP

prevent the HH Open and Close sounds from being heard simultaneously.

 

mute group you

 

 

For details on this setting, refer to “PAD MUTE GROUP and PAD LINK settings”

 

 

want to assign

 

 

(p. 16).

 

 

 

 

 

Strike to select

This setting lets you play the sound of two pads by striking one pad. This is

 

 

convenient when you want to layer multiple sounds on a single strike.

 

 

the pad whose

(Layering multiple instances of the same sound might cause interference,

 

PAD LINK

PAD LINK setting

 

producing an unnatural impression.)

 

 

you want to

 

 

For details on this setting, refer to “PAD MUTE GROUP and PAD LINK settings”

 

 

specify

 

 

 

(p. 16).

 

EXCHANGE LAYER

Main,Sub

Exchanges the settings of the Main and Sub layers.

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Creating a Kit

Layer type

The OCTAPAD lets you play two instruments (Inst Main and Inst Sub) layered on one pad. You can also switch between two instruments or vary their balance according to your playing dynamics.

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volume

 

 

OFF

 

Only Inst Main is played.

 

 

Playing

 

 

 

dynamics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volume

 

 

MIX

 

Inst Main and Inst Sub are layered and played simultaneously.

 

 

Playing

 

 

 

dynamics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volume

 

 

FADE1

 

Inst Sub is heard only for a pad strike that is stronger than the value

 

 

(velocity value) specified by Fade Point.

 

 

Playing

 

 

 

Layer Type

 

dynamics

 

 

 

 

 

Volume

 

 

 

 

 

FADE2

 

For pad strikes that are stronger than the Fade Point, the Inst Sub is layered in

 

 

addition to the Inst Main sound.

 

 

Playing

 

 

 

 

 

dynamics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volume

 

 

SWITCH

 

The Inst Main sound is heard for pad strikes that are weaker than the Fade Point,

 

 

and the sound switches to Inst Sub for pad strikes that are stronger.

 

 

Playing

 

 

 

 

 

dynamics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volume

 

 

XFADE

 

This is essentially the same as FADE2, with the difference that pad strikes that are

 

 

stronger than the Fade Point decrease the volume of the Inst Main sound.

 

 

Playing

 

 

 

 

 

dynamics

 

 

 

 

 

Fade Point

1–127

Specifies the velocity value at which Inst Sub begins to be heard

LAYER EQ settings

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

ON/OFF

ON, OFF

Turns the EQ on/off.

LoFrq

20Hz–1kHz

Specifies the center frequency of the low-frequency region.

LoGain

-15–+15dB

Amount of low-frequency boost/cut

MidFrq

20Hz–16kHz

Adjusts the center frequency of the mid-frequency region.

Mid Q

0.5–8.0

Width of the mid-frequency region

Higher values make the region narrower.

 

 

MidGain

-15–+15dB

Adjusts the amount of mid-frequency boost/cut.

HiFrq

1–16kHz

Specifies the center frequency of the high-frequency region.

HiGain

-15–+15dB

Adjusts the amount of high-frequency boost/cut.

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Creating a Kit

PAD COMP settings

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

ON/OFF

ON, OFF

Turns the pad compressor on/off.

 

KICK 1, KICK 2,

 

 

SNARE 1,

 

 

SNARE 2, TOM 1,

Type of compressor

 

TOM 2,

 

* Changing this parameter sets the pad compressor’s Ratio, Knee, Attack, and Release parameters

TYPE

CYMBAL 1,

to optimal values. Based on these settings, you can adjust the value of each parameter as

 

CYMBAL 2,

 

necessary.

 

SOFT COMP,

 

 

 

HARD COMP,

 

 

LIMITER

 

Gain

-24.0–+24.0dB

Compressor output volume

Thre

-48–0dB

Volume level at which compression starts

Ratio

1:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 8:1,

Compression ratio

16:1, 32:1, 100:1

 

 

Knee

HARD, SOFT1,

Attack of the sound at the moment compression is applied

SOFT2, SOFT3

 

 

Attack

0.1–100ms

Time until compression starts

Release

10–1000ms

Time until compression returns to the original state

PAD MUTE GROUP and PAD LINK settings

1.From the [OTHER] button items, select PAD MUTE GROUP or PAD LINK, and press the [ENTER] button.

2.Press the [ENTER] button once again.

To cancel a specified mute/link, use the [K][J] buttons to select “RESET,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

4.Strike a pad to select the pad that you want to mute or link.

PAD1–8

EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT 1–4

*For EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT 1–4, the upper row is HEAD and the lower row is RIM.

MEMO

55 You can’t assign the same pad to different groups. If you attempt to specify this, the following message appears.

3. Use the [K][J] buttons to specify the group number.

Up to eight groups can be specified.

55 You can’t use Pad Link to assign three or more pads to the same group. If you attempt to specify this, the following message appears.

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Creating a Kit

Effect Settings

MFX Settings

You can select up to three MFX (MFX1–MFX3) and apply their effects to a kit.

3

1

2

4

1.Press the [MFX] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select the MFX (MFX1–MFX3) that you want to edit.

3.Use the [–][+] buttons to turn the effect on/off.

4.Press the [ENTER] button.

Use the [K][J] buttons and [–][+] buttons to edit the effect settings in detail. * For details on MFX, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

MEMO

MFX effect settings can be made separately for the Main and Sub of a pad (p. 14).

AMBIENCE Settings

Ambience simulates the reverberation and acoustics of a location in which you are playing the drums. It lets you obtain a more natural sound with a sense of presence.

Button

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

ON/OFF

ON, OFF

Turns ambience on/off.

 

 

ROOM1, ROOM2,

 

 

TYPE

HALL1,

Selects the type of reverberation.

 

HALL2,

 

 

 

 

 

PLATE

 

 

PreDelay

0–100ms

Specifies the delay time from the original sound until the reverb is heard.

 

Time

0.1–10.0s

Specifies the length over which the reverb sound decays.

[AMBIENCE]

Density

0–127

Specifies the density of the reverb sound.

 

 

Specifies how the density of the reverb sound changes over time.

 

 

 

 

Diffusion

0–127

With higher values, the sound becomes denser as time passes. (This has a greater

 

 

 

effect when the reverb time is longer.)

 

LF Damp

0–100

Adjusts the low-frequency portion of the reverb sound.

 

HF Damp

0–100

Adjusts the high-frequency portion of the reverb sound.

 

Spread

0–127

Adjusts the spaciousness of the reverb sound.

 

Tone

0–127

Adjusts the tonal character of the reverb sound.

 

Level

0–127

Adjusts the volume of the reverb.

MEMO

The volume level that is sent to Ambience can be adjusted individually for Main and Sub (p. 14).

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Creating a Kit

Editing the Sound of the Overall Kit

* For details on the parameters, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

Button

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

KitVolume

0–127

Specifies the volume of the entire kit.

 

PedalHHVolume

0–127

Specifies the volume of the pedal hi-hat.

 

 

 

Specifies the tempo setting of each kit.

 

KitTempo

20–260

If the MFX Tempo Sync is ON, effect settings such as Rate and Delay Time reflect

 

the tempo specified here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

* For details on MFX, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

 

 

 

Adjusts the volume dynamics of the entire kit. This makes settings for the

 

KIT COMP

compressor that is applied at the final stage of the output.

 

 

 

For details, refer to “KIT COMP settings” (p. 18).

[KITCOMMON]

 

 

Adjusts the tonal character of the entire kit. You can adjust the amount of boost/

 

KIT EQ

cut for three bands (LOW, MID, HIGH). You can also use this to adjust the tonal

 

character when using KIT COMP.

 

 

 

 

 

 

For details, refer to “KIT EQ settings” (p. 19).

 

 

 

Edits the name of the kit.

 

KIT NAME

Use the [K][J] buttons to select the character that you want to edit, and use the

 

 

 

[–][+] buttons to edit it.

 

KIT MIDI

Here you can specify the MIDI messages that a pad sends or receives.

 

For details, refer to “KIT MIDI settings” (p. 19).

 

 

 

 

KIT RESET

KIT001–KIT200

Returns the kit to its factory-set state.

KIT COMP settings

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

ON/OFF

ON, OFF

Turns KIT COMP on/off

 

 

Type of compressor

TYPE

SOFT, HARD, LIMITER

* When you change this parameter, all parameters in KIT COMP are changed to the optimal

 

 

settings. Based on these settings, you can edit each parameter as desired.

Gain

-24.0–+24.0dB

Output volume of the compressor

Thre

-48–0dB

Volume level at which compression starts

Ratio

1:1, 2:1, 3:1, 4:1, 8:1,

Compression ratio

16:1, 32:1, 100:1

 

 

Knee

HARD, SOFT1,

Attack of the sound at the moment that compression is applied

SOFT2, SOFT3

 

 

Attack

0.1–100ms

Time until compression starts

Release

10–1000ms

Time over which compression returns to the original state

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Creating a Kit

KIT EQ settings

 

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

ON/OFF

ON, OFF

Turns the KIT EQ on/off.

 

LoFrq

20Hz–1kHz

Specifies the center frequency of the low-frequency region.

 

LoGain

-12–+12dB

Amount of low-frequency boost/cut

 

MidFrq

20Hz–16kHz

Adjusts the center frequency of the mid-frequency region.

 

Mid Q

0.5–8.0

Width of the mid-frequency region

 

Higher values make the region narrower.

 

 

 

 

MidGain

-12–+12dB

Adjusts the amount of mid-frequency boost/cut.

 

HiFrq

1–16kHz

Specifies the center frequency of the high-frequency region.

 

HiGain

-12–+12dB

Adjusts the amount of high-frequency boost/cut.

KIT MIDI settings

 

 

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MIDI note number transmitted/received for each pad

Note#

0

(C -)–127 (G 9)

* If you specify a note number that is the same as the note number specified for a different pad,

 

 

an “*” is shown at the end.

 

 

 

 

OFF

Note messages are not received or transmitted

GateTime

0.1– 8.0s

Duration of the note that each pad transmits

Channel

CH1–CH16

MIDI channel used by each pad to transmit or receive note messages or control change messages

GLOBAL

Transmit/receive using the transmit/receive channel specified in SYSTEM (p. 26)

 

HClNote (*)

0

(C -)–127 (G 9), OFF

MIDI note number transmitted and received for the closed hi-hat

(Hi-Hat Closed Note)

 

 

 

HPedal (*)

0

(C -)–127 (G 9), OFF

MIDI note number transmitted and received for the pedal hi-hat

(Hi-Hat Pedal)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INITIALIZE

 

Returns the KIT MIDI settings to their factory-set state.

(*) Valid only for the pad that is controlled by hi-hat open/closed (p. 25).

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Recalling Kits in a Specific Order

You can register and recall kits in the order in which you plan to use them. This is called the Kit Chain function. If you register kits in the order in which you will be using them in your live performance, you can instantly recall the next kit to use. Up to 16 kits can be registered in one kit chain.

Up to 16 kit chains can be stored in the banks (A–P).

BANK A

 

Kit Chain

 

 

 

 

STEP1

STEP2

STEP3

STEP16

BANK B

 

Kit Chain

 

 

 

 

STEP1

STEP2

STEP3

STEP16

Using a Kit Chain

1. Press the [KIT CHAIN] button.

The [KIT CHAIN] button lights.

2. Use the [K][J] buttons to select a bank (A–P).

BANK P

 

Kit Chain

 

 

 

3.

 

 

 

STEP1

STEP2

STEP3

STEP16

Use the [–][+] buttons to switch steps.

The assigned kit is selected.

Creating a Kit Chain

1. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [KIT CHAIN] button.

The [KIT CHAIN] button blinks.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select the bank (A–P) in which you want to store the chain.

3.Press the [ENTER] button.

4.Use the [K][J] buttons to select a step (1–16).

5.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the kit that you want to assign to the selected step.

If you don’t want to use all the steps to step 16, select “END.”

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Specifying the Pad Sensitivity

Here’s how to specify the sensitivity of each pad.

1.Press the [SYSTEM] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “PAD SETTING,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

3.Strike a pad to select the pad that you want to edit.

You can also select a pad by holding down the [ENTER] button and using the [K][J] buttons.

4.Use the [K][J] buttons to select the item that you want to edit.

5.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the value.

Parameter

Value

Explanation

You can adjust the balance (sensitivity) between pad striking strength and volume.

Sens

1.0–32.0

Higher sensitivity allows the pad to produce a loud volume even when played softly. Lower sensitivity

 

 

will keep the pad producing a low volume even when played forcefully.

 

 

Minimum sensitivity of the pad

Threshold

 

 

This setting allows a trigger signal to be received only when the pad is

 

 

 

Threshold

 

above a determined force level (velocity). This can be used to prevent

 

0–31

a pad from sounding because of vibrations from other pads. In the

 

 

 

following example, B will sound but A and C will not sound.

 

Check this and adjust accordingly. Repeat this process until you get the perfect setting for your playing style.

 

Volume change in response to pad strike strength

 

 

 

Volume

 

 

 

The standard setting. This produces the most

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LINEAR

 

 

 

 

natural correspondence between playing dynamics

 

 

 

Playing

 

 

and volume change.

 

 

LINEAR

dynamics

 

 

 

 

 

Volume

Volume

 

 

 

EXP1, EXP2

 

 

 

 

Compared to LINEAR, strong dynamics produce a

 

 

 

 

 

greater change.

 

 

 

Playing

 

Playing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXP1

dynamics

EXP2

dynamics

 

 

 

Volume

Volume

 

 

Curve

LOG1, LOG2

 

 

 

 

Compared to LINEAR, a soft playing produces a

 

 

 

 

 

greater change.

 

 

 

Playing

 

Playing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOG1

dynamics

LOG2

dynamics

 

 

 

Volume

 

 

 

 

 

SPLINE

 

 

 

 

Extreme changes are made in response to playing

 

 

 

 

 

dynamics.

 

 

 

Playing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPLINE

dynamics

 

 

 

 

 

Volume

Volume

 

 

 

LOUD1,

 

 

 

 

Very little dynamic response, making it easy to

 

LOUD2

 

Playing

 

Playing

maintain strong volume levels.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOUD1

dynamics

LOUD2

dynamics

 

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Connecting External Devices

Connecting External Pads and Pedals

The OCTAPAD lets you connect a hi-hat control pedal, and also connect pedals or pads to the external trigger inputs.

After connecting an external pad or pedal to an EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT 1–4 jack, specify the Trigger Type setting as described below.

External Trigger Settings

1.Press the [SYSTEM] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “EXT TRIG.”

3.Press the [ENTER] button.

4.Strike or press the external pad or pedal that’s connected to the EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT 1–4 jack to select it.

You can also make this selection by holding down the [ENTER] and using the [K][J] buttons.

5.Use the [K][J] buttons to select the item that you want to edit.

6.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the value.

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specifies the model of pad (trigger type) that is connected to EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT 1–4 jacks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Type

“Trig Type

 

MEMO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When you specify the trigger type, the trigger parameters (with the exception of certain parameters

List” (p. 24)

 

 

 

such as cross-stick cancel) are set to optimal values. These values are only general guidelines; you can

 

 

 

 

 

 

make fine adjustments as appropriate according to how you attach the pad and how you use it.

 

Sens

1.0–32.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Threshold

0–31

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LINEAR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXP1, EXP2

For an explanation of Sens, Threshold, and Curve, refer to “Specifying the Pad Sensitivity” (p. 21).

 

Curve

LOG1, LOG2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPLINE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOUD1,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOUD2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trigger signal detection time

 

 

 

 

 

Since the rise time of the trigger signal waveform may differ slightly

 

 

 

 

Scan Time

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

depending on the characteristics of each pad or acoustic drum trigger

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(drum pickup), you may notice that identical hits (velocity) may produce

 

 

 

 

 

Time

 

 

sound at different volumes. If this occurs, you can adjust the “Scan Time” so

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ScanTime

0–4.0ms

that your way of playing can be detected more precisely.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

While repeatedly hitting the drum trigger at a constant force, gradually raise

 

 

 

 

 

the Scan Time value from 0 msec, until the resulting volume stabilizes at the loudest level. At this setting,

 

 

try both soft and loud strikes, and make sure that the volume changes appropriately.

 

 

 

*As the value is set higher, the time it takes for the sound to be played increases. Set this to the lowest value possible.

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Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Detecting trigger signal attenuation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When you strike a snare drum etc. to which a commercially available

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

drum trigger is attached, there might be cases in which the waveform is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

misshapen, causing another trigger to unintendedly occur at point “A” in the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Time

 

 

following illustration (retriggering).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This occurs in particular at the decaying edge of the waveform. Retrigger

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cancel detects such distortion in and prevents retriggering from occurring.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RetrigCnl

 

While repeatedly striking the pad, raise the “Retrigger Cancel” value until

 

 

 

 

 

1–16

retriggering no longer occurs.

 

 

 

 

 

(Retrigger Cancel)

Although setting this to a high value prevents retriggering, it then becomes easy for sounds to be

 

 

 

 

 

omitted when the drums played fast (roll etc.). Set this to the lowest value possible while still ensuring

 

 

that there is no retriggering.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MEMO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can also eliminate this problem of retriggering with the Mask Time setting. Mask Time does not

 

 

 

 

detect trigger signals if they occur within the specified amount of time after the previous trigger

 

 

 

 

signal was received. Retrigger Cancel detects the attenuation of the trigger signal level, and triggers

 

 

 

 

the sound after internally determining which trigger signals were actually generated when the head

 

 

 

 

was struck, while weeding out the other false trigger signals that need not trigger a sound.

 

 

Double triggering prevention

 

Mask Time

 

 

When playing a kick trigger, the beater can bounce back and hit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the head a second time immediately after the intended note—with

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

acoustic drums sometimes the beater stays against the head—this

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Time

 

 

causes a single hit to “double trigger” (two sounds instead of one).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Mask Time setting helps to prevent this. Once a pad has been

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sound not produced

 

 

hit, any additional trigger signals occurring within the specified

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MaskTime

0–64ms

“Mask Time” will be ignored.

 

 

 

 

 

Adjust the “Mask Time” value while playing the pad. When using a kick trigger, try to let the beater

 

 

 

 

bounce back and hit the head very quickly, then raise the “Mask Time” value until there are no more

 

 

sounds made by the beater rebound.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Increasing this value makes it more likely that a note played in rapid succession will drop out. Set this to

 

 

as low a value as possible.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MEMO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If two or more sounds are being produced when you strike the head just once, then adjust Retrigger

 

 

 

 

Cancel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adjusts the balance between the force of striking the rim or edge and the loudness of the sound.

Rim Gain

0–3.2

If you increase this value, even soft strikes on the rim are sounded at high volume. If you decrease this

value, even strong strikes on the rim are sounded at low volume.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* This is available only for pads that support rim shots.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This setting specifies how easy it is to play a head shot or rim shot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the rim sound is heard when you strike the head strongly, increase this value.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the head sound is heard when you play an open rim shot, decrease this value.

 

 

 

 

 

H/R Adjust

 

If the head sound is heard when you softly play a rim shot, decrease this value.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0–80

 

 

MEMO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Head/Rim Adjust)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the rim shot sound is heard when you play a head shot, or if a head shot sound is heard when you

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

play a rim shot, make small changes to the Head/Rim Adjust values while you continue trying out the

 

 

 

 

results. Extreme changes to the values will cause the wrong sound to be heard when you strike the

 

 

 

 

pad, for example producing the rim shot sound when you play a head shot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* This is available only for pads that support rim shots.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This setting lets you prevent a drum from being triggered unwantedly by a strike on a drum to which no

NoiseCnl

 

drum trigger is attached, or by sound or vibration from the surroundings (noise cancellation).

OFF, 1–5

This noise cancel function can be used if you use a stereo cable to connect an “RT-30K” or “RT-30HR”

(Ext Noise Cancel)

 

drum trigger to the EXTERNAL TRIGGER IN jacks and specify the Trig Type.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* The “RT-30H” does not support the noise cancel function.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If two pads are attached to the same stand, the vibration from one struck pad may cause the other pad

XTalkCnl

0–80

to sound without your intention. This is called “crosstalk.” Crosstalk cancellation is a setting that prevents

this type of crosstalk.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For details, refer to “Data List” (PDF).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Settings for V-Hi-Hat

 

 

 

 

 

VH SET

* This is shown only when the Type is set to “VH11” or “VH10.” For details, refer to “VH SET setting”

 

 

(p. 24).

 

 

 

 

 

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Trig Type List

Used drum trigger

Trig Type

Rim shot

Choke play

 

 

 

 

KD-A22

KDA22

KD-200

KD200

KD-140

KD140

KD-120

KD120

KD-85

KD85

KD-10

KD10

KD-9

KD9

KD-8

KD8

KD-7

KD7

KT-10

KT10

KT-9

KT9

PD-128S, PD-128

PD128

(

PD-125XS, PD-125X

PD125X

(

PD-125

PD125

(

PD-108

PD108

(

PD-105X

PD105X

(

PD-105

PD105

(

PD-85

PD85

(

PDX-100

PDX100

(

PDX-12

PDX12

(

PDX-8

PDX8

(

PDX-6

PDX6

(

PD-8

PD8

(

(

VH-11

VH11

(

(

VH-10

VH10

(

(

CY-16RT

CY16RT

(

(

CY-15R

CY15R

(

(

CY-14CT

CY14CT

(

(

CY-14C

CY14C

(

(

CY-13R

CY13R

(

(

CY-12C

CY12C

(

(

CY-12R/C

CY12R/C

(

(

CY-8

CY8

(

(

CY-5

CY5

(

(

BT-1

BT1

BT1 SENS*1

 

 

PAD1

(

(

Generic pads

PAD2

(

 

PAD3

(

(

RT-30K

RT30K

RT-30HR

RT30HR

(

RT-30H

RT30H SN*2

RT30H TM*3

 

RT-10K

RT10K

RT-10S

RT10S

(

RT-10T

RT10T

*1: When using the BT-1, it is possible to further increase the sensitivity for soft strikes, but this increases the possibility of unwanted triggering by vibration from the surroundings.

*2: Select this if you attach an RT-30H to the snare. *3: Select this if you attach an RT-30H to a tom.

VH SET setting

Here’s how to adjust the offset of the hi-hat (VH-10/VH-11).

*This can be set only if TYPE is set to VH-11 or VH-10.

1.With the hi-hat completely separated from the motion sensor unit, power-on the OCTAPAD.

clutch screw

Separated

motion sensor unit

2.Loosen the clutch screw and let the hi-hat rest naturally on the motion sensor unit.

3.In the procedure “External Trigger Settings” (p. 22), select “EXT TRIG” and then press the [ENTER] button.

4.Strike the hi-hat to select the pad.

5.Set “TYPE” to “VH11” or “VH10.”

6.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “VH SET,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

7.If the screen indicates “Turn screw L,” turn the offset adjustment screw counter-clockwise. If the screen indicates “Turn screw R,” turn it clockwise.

offset adjustment screw

OPEN CLOSE

When the value shown on the screen is approximately 80 and the “OK!” indication appears, the adjustment is complete.

8.Fasten the clutch screw so that the hi-hat opens to the amount you prefer.

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Connecting External Devices

Controlling hi-hat open/close

If a hi-hat control pedal is connected to the HH CTRL jack, it functions as a hi-hat control pedal for the hi-hat sound (HC) that is assigned

to a pad. The closed hi-hat sound is heard if you strike the pad while pressing the pedal. When you strike the pad while gradually releasing the pedal, the sound transitions from the half-open to the

open hi-hat sound, and the tonal character and decay length change smoothly. If you press the pedal, you hear the foot-close sound. You can play a foot-splash by pressing the pedal and then immediately releasing it.

MEMO

55 The volume of the pedal hi-hat sound is specified by the pedal level (PedalHHVolume) (p. 18).

55 If a hi-hat sound (HC) is assigned to multiple pads, you’ll hear the pedal hi-hat sound of the pad that has the highest priority as shown in the illustration below.

55 If a hi-hat sound is not assigned to any pad, pressing the pedal does not produce sound.

MAIN LAYER

High priority

PAD1

PAD2

PAD3

PAD4

PAD5

PAD6

PAD7

PAD8

EXT1(H)

EXT2(H)

EXT3(H)

EXT4(H)

EX1(R)

EX2(R)

EX3(R)

EX4(R)

SUB LAYER

PAD1

PAD2

PAD3

PAD4

PAD5

PAD6

PAD7

PAD8

EXT1(H) EXT2(H) EXT3(H) EXT4(H)

EXT1(R) EXT1(R) EXT3(R) EXT4(R)

Low Priority

EX1(H): EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT 1 (HEAD)

EX1(R): EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT 1 (RIM)

Assigning the Footswitch

Here’s how to assign the function of a footswitch connected to the FOOT SW jack.

1.Press the [SYSTEM] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “SOUND/CTRL.”

3.Press the [ENTER] button.

4.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “FSw1” or “FSw2.”

5.Use the [–][+] buttons to select a value.

Value

Explanation

 

 

OFF

Disables the function of the footswitch.

KIT#DEC

Returns to the previous kit.

KIT#INC

Advances to the next kit.

CHAIN#DEC

Returns to the previous step of the kit chain.

CHAIN#INC

Advances to the next step of the kit chain.

MFX1 SW

Turns MFX1 on/off.

MFX2 SW

Turns MFX2 on/off.

MFX3 SW

Turns MFX3 on/off.

SOUNDOFF

Stops all sound being played by the OCTAPAD.

Connecting a footswitch

Connecting an FS-5U

Stereo 1/4” phone type

1/4” phone type x 2

RING TIP

POLARITY switch

FSw1 FSw2

Connecting an FS-6

Stereo 1/4” phone type

Stereo 1/4” phone type

MODE/POLARITY switch

FSw1

FSw2

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MIDI Settings

MIDI Settings for the Entire OCTAPAD

1.Press the [SYSTEM] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “MIDI.”

3.Press the [ENTER] button.

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

Tx/Rx Sw

OFF, ON

Turns the transmitting and

receiving MIDI messages on/off.

 

 

GlobalCh

1–16Ch

Specifies the transmit/receive

channel.

 

 

 

 

Specifies whether program

 

 

change messages will be

 

 

transmitted (ON) to an external

ProgChg Tx

OFF, ON

MIDI device or not transmitted

(Program Change Tx)

(OFF).

 

 

 

If this is “ON,” a program change

 

 

is transmitted when you switch

 

 

kits.

 

 

Specifies whether program

ProgChg Rx

 

change messages will be

OFF, ON

transmitted (ON) to an external

(Program Change Rx)

 

MIDI device or not transmitted

 

 

 

 

(OFF).

 

 

If this is “ON,” data received

MIDI Thru

OFF, ON

at MIDI IN connector will be

re-transmitted from MIDI OUT

 

 

 

 

connector.

 

 

Turns on/off the connection

 

 

between the performance

 

 

data from the pads and the

 

 

OCTAPAD’s sound generator

LocalCtrl

OFF, ON

section

(Local Control)

Normally you’ll leave this “ON.”

 

 

 

If this is “OFF,” the performance

 

 

data from the pads is not

 

 

connected to the OCTAPAD’s

 

 

sound generator section.

 

 

When transmitted or receiving

DeviceID

17–32

system exclusive messages,

set this to match the device ID

 

 

 

 

numbers of the two units.

Parameter

Value

Explanation

 

 

 

 

 

Specifies the control change

 

OFF, 1:MOD,

message that will be

 

2:BERATH,

transmitted and received as

 

4:FOOT,

MIDI data indicating the depth

HH CC

11:EXP,

to which the hi-hat pedal is

(HiHat Pedal Control)

16:GEN1,

pressed. With the “OFF” setting,

 

17:GEN2,

MIDI messages will not be

 

18:GEN3,

transmitted.

 

19:GEN4,

For details, refer to “Data List”

 

 

(PDF).

 

 

Switches support for the

 

 

performance technique of

 

 

striking a pad while choking it.

ChokeShot

OFF, ON

If this is “ON,” striking a pad

while choking it immediately

(Cymbal Choke Shot)

 

mutes the sound after it begins.

 

 

 

 

If this is “OFF,” the sound is not

 

 

muted immediately even if you

 

 

strike a pad while choking it.

 

 

Specifies whether changes

TxEditData

 

in the OCTAPAD’s settings

OFF, ON

are transmitted as system

(Transmit Edit Data)

 

exclusive messages (ON) or not

 

 

 

 

transmitted (OFF).

Rx SysEx

 

Specifies whether system

OFF, ON

exclusive messages are received

(Receive System Exclusive)

 

(ON) or not received (OFF).

 

 

MEMO

You can specify the MIDI messages that are transmitted and received by a pad (p. 19).

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Other Functions

Copying or Exchanging Kits, Pads, or Layers

You can copy or exchange a kit, pad, or layer. The following explanation uses the example of copying a pad. You can use the same procedure to execute other operations.

1.Press the [COPY/EXCHANGE] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select a function.

Function

Parameter

Explanation

 

 

 

 

From

Select the copy-source kit.

COPY KIT

To

Select the copy-

 

destination kit.

 

 

 

From

Select the copy-source

 

pad.

COPY PAD

 

To

Select the copy-

 

 

destination pad.

 

 

EXCHANGE KIT

From

Use FROM and TO to

 

select the kits that you

To

 

want to exchange.

 

 

 

EXCHANGE PAD

From

Use FROM and TO to

 

select the pad that you

To

 

want to exchange.

EXCHANGE LAYER

Main,Sub

Exchanges the Main and

Sub layers.

 

 

3. Press the [ENTER] button.

4.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the copy-source kit (From).

55 Use the [K] button to move the cursor to “U” or “P,” and then use the [–][+] buttons to select either U (user) or P (preset).

If you select P (preset), data can be copied from the factory settings.

55 To select the copy-source pad, press [J] to move the cursor to the pad number, and then use the [–][+] buttons to select the pad. You can also select a pad by striking that pad.

5.Press the [ENTER] button.

6.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the copydestination kit (To).

To select the copy-destination pad, press [J] to move the cursor to the pad number, and then use the [–][+] buttons to select the pad. You can also select a pad by striking that pad.

7. Press the [ENTER] button.

Verify that you have specified the desired copy-source and copydestination kit and pads.

U: User

Pad number

P: Preset

8. Press the [ENTER] button once again.

9. Press the [ENTER] button to execute.

If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

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Other Functions

Using a USB Flash Drive

If you connect a USB flash drive (sold separately) to the USB MEMORY port, you can back up all settings (or the settings of an individual kit that you specify) to the USB flash drive.

Function

Explanation

 

 

LoadKit

Loads the individual kit that you specify from

the USB flash drive into the OCTAPAD (p. 30).

 

DelKit

Deletes backup data of a previously-saved

individual kit from the USB flash drive.

 

Format

Formats the USB flash drive.

Saving/Loading Settings

NOTE

55 Never insert or remove the USB flash drives while this unit is turned on. Doing so may corrupt the unit’s data or the data on the USB flash drives.

55 Taking care that the connector of the USB flash drive is oriented correctly, insert it all the way into the port. Do not use excessive force.

55 Do not strike the pads while data is being saved or loaded. The vibration might cause an error to occur. While the USB settings screen is shown, sound is not produced even if you strike a pad.

1.Press the [SYSTEM] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “USB MEMORY.”

3.Press the [ENTER] button.

The USB MEMORY screen appears.

4. Use the [K][J] buttons to select a function.

Function

Explanation

 

 

SaveAll

Backs-up all of the OCTAPAD’s settings to the

USB flash drive.

 

LoadAll

Loads previously-saved backup data from the

USB flash drive into the OCTAPAD.

 

DelAll

Deletes individual items of previously-saved

backup data from the USB flash drive.

 

SaveKit

Backs-up the settings of the individual

OCTAPAD kit that you specify to the USB flash

 

drive.

SaveAll

1.Access the USB MEMORY screen (p. 28).

2.Select “SaveAll,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

3.Use the [–][+] buttons to specify the savedestination, and then press the [ENTER] button.

4.Use the [K][J] buttons and the [–][+] buttons to specify a name for the backup, and then press the [ENTER] button.

%[ENTER]

5. Press the [ENTER] button to save the data.

All settings of the OCTAPAD are backed-up to the USB flash drive. If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

LoadAll

1.Access the USB MEMORY screen (p. 28).

2.Select “LoadAll” and then press the [ENTER] button.

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3.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the data that you want to load, and then press the [ENTER] button.

%[ENTER]

4. Press the [ENTER] button to load the data.

All data saved in the OCTAPAD is loaded into the OCTAPAD. If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

NOTE

When all data is loaded, all data in the OCTAPAD is overwritten. Any important data should be backed-up beforehand.

DelAll

1.Access the USB MEMORY screen (p. 28).

2.Select “DelAll” and then press the [ENTER] button.

3.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the data that you want to delete, and then press the [ENTER] button.

%[ENTER]

4. Press the [ENTER] button to delete the data.

If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

SaveKit

1.Access the USB MEMORY screen (p. 28).

2.Select “SaveKit” and then press the [ENTER] button.

3.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the kit that you want to save, and then press the [ENTER] button.

4.Use the [–][+] buttons to specify the savedestination, and then press the [ENTER] button.

%[ENTER]

5. Press the [ENTER] button to save the data.

If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

LoadKit

1.Access the USB MEMORY screen (p. 28).

2.Select “LoadKit,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

3.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the kit that you want to load, and then press the [ENTER] button.

4.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the load-destination in the OCTAPAD, and then press the [ENTER] button.

%[ENTER]

5. Press the [ENTER] button to load the data.

If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

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Other Functions

DelKit

1.Access the USB MEMORY screen (p. 28).

2.Select “DelKit” and then press the [ENTER] button.

3.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the data that you want to delete, and then press the [ENTER] button.

%[ENTER]

4. Press the [ENTER] button to delete the data.

If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

Formatting a USB Flash Drive

NOTE

When you format a USB flash drive, all data on the USB flash drive is erased.

1.Access the USB MEMORY screen (p. 28).

2.Select “Format,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

A confirmation screen appears.

3.Press the [ENTER] button once again.

4.Press the [ENTER] button to format the USB flash

drive.

If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

Other Functions

Adjusting the Display Contrast

1.Press the [SYSTEM] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “OPTION,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

3.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “LcdContrast.”

4.Use the [–][+] buttons to select the value.

Restoring the Factory Settings

1.Press the [SYSTEM] button.

2.Use the [K][J] buttons to select “FACTORY RESET,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

3. Press the [ENTER] button to execute FACTORY RESET.

If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

NOTE

When you execute this operation, all data and settings in the OCTAPAD is lost. In advance, you should back up any important data or settings to a USB flash drive (p. 28).

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