Roland SPD-SXKIT, RT-30K, RT-30HR Users Manual

(Kick Trigge

)

(Dual Trigger) (Single Trigger)

English

Owner’s Manual

Introduction

You’ll use this product by mounting it on an acoustic drum. The vibrations that occur when a performer strikes the drum are detected by a sensor, and the force of the strike is sent to the drum sound module as a trigger signal.

Main Features

• Mounts on your drum easily and securely

• Can be mounted on drums that have a variety of hoop shapes (except wooden hoops)

• Design is optimized for Roland’s drum sound modules

Parts Descriptions

RT-30K (for bass drum) RT-30HR/RT-30H (for snare and tom)

Output Jack

Mounting Screw

• The RT-30K (Kick Trigger) and RT-30H (Single Trigger) support head triggering.

• The RT-30HR (Dual Trigger) supports separate head/rim dual triggering. * When you’re not using the trigger, remove it from your drum set.

* Do not apply strong force to the head sensor, and do not subject it to force for an extended time when

you’re not using it. Doing so may deform the head sensor or cause malfunctions.

Head Sensor

Output Jack

Head Sensor

Mounting Screw

Setting Trigger Parameters in a Drum Sound Module

Correct trigger type and parameter settings provide accurate triggering. Here’s how to specify the trigger type (pad type) on your drum sound module.

The drum sound module shows

“RT-30K,” “RT-30HR,” or “RT- 30H”

The drum sound module shows “RT-10K,” “RT-10S,” or “RT-10T”

You’re using a drum sound module other than the above

Yes

Select the trigger that you’re using: “RT- 30K,” “RT-30HR,” or “RT-30H.”

If you’re using the “RT-30K,” choose “RT-10K”;

Yes

if you’re using the “RT-30HR,” choose “RT-10S”; if you’re using the “RT-30H,” choose “RT-10T.”

Refer to the following URL for the recommended trigger parameter values.

Enter the following URL in your computer.

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

Select the product name “RT-30K,” “RT-30HR,” or “RT-30H,” and refer to the settings for each trigger parameter.

Troubleshooting

If your strikes do not produce accurate triggering, check the following three points to improve the triggering.

Adjust the position or angle of your drums

Vibrations and sound can be transmitted from another drum or via the stand, causing notes to be triggered inadvertently.

Mute or mue the drum head

This will reduce unwanted vibration of the head, improving the accuracy of detection. If a drum is not securely fastened to the stand, this can also be the cause of unwanted vibration.

Setting trigger parameters in a drum sound module

You can minimize problems by adjusting the settings.

Setting Up

Mounting the Trigger on Acoustic Drums

Firmly position the trigger against the surface of the drum head, and tighten the screw to secure the trigger in the position shown in the illustration below.

* To allow the trigger to accurately detect the vibration of the head, mount it between two adjacent tension

bolts.

RT-30K

To avoid unintended operation when the oor tom is struck

RT-30HR/RT-30H

* When you mount the trigger on acoustic drums, please be careful not to get your ngers pinched. In places

where small children are present, make sure that an adult provides supervision and guidance.

To detect the left and right strokes evenly when using double pedals

Recommended position

To avoid unintended operation when the snare or high tom is struck

Head

Hoop

Mounting Screw

Hoop

Head

Mounting Screw

Shell

Connecting a Drum Sound Module

Use a stereo cable (included) to connect the trigger and the drum sound module.

RT-30K

* You must use the included stereo cable to connect this trigger to your drum sound module. * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn o all the units

before making any connections.

RT-30HR/RT-30H

Drum Sound Module

Problem Action

Check the power and volume of your drum sound module.

No sound is triggered

Multiple sounds played when drum is struck only once (Retrigger)

When you strike, a dierent drum that you did not strike also responds

Sounds are triggered without playing the drums

No response to soft strikes

No response to rim shots

Dynamic response seems strange

Make sure that this trigger is securely fastened to the drum hoop, and that the head sensor is contacting the drum head.

Check the sound module’s trigger indicator to conrm that the drum sound module is receiving the trigger signals.

The tension bolts on both sides of the trigger should be fastened quite tightly.

Reduce unneeded vibration, either by exchanging the head for a type that has a short sustain, or by using a ring mute, tape, or gel material to mute the head.

On your drum sound module, increase the value of the “Retrigger Cancel” setting.

Adjust your setup so that the trigger is not in contact with the stand or with another drum. If this does not solve the problem, mount the trigger at a position that is farther away from the other drum.

Reduce unneeded vibration, either by exchanging the head for a type that has a short sustain, or by using a ring mute, tape, or gel material to mute the head.

On your drum sound module, increase the value of the “Threshold” setting.

If this problem occurs between multiple drums on which triggers are mounted, make adjustments by gradually increasing the value of the “Crosstalk Cancel” setting on your drum sound module for the drums that are having the problem.

For snare drum triggering, it’s a good idea to keep the tension of the snares fairly tight.

In some cases, the trigger may be responding to vibrations from the oor or to sound from a monitor speaker or bass amp. Adjust the location and angle of your equipment to reduce such vibration or sound.

On your drum sound module, decrease the value of the “Threshold” setting. * When mak ing adjustments, take care to avoid double triggering or sound from

other drums.

Rim shots are supported only by the RT-30HR (Dual Trigger).

Use the included stereo cable to connect the trigger to your drum sound module. The trigger won’t respond to rim shots if you use a monaural cable.

Connect the cable to a trigger input on your drum sound module that supports Roland PD/PDX series rim shots. For details, refer to the owner’s manual of your drum sound module.

Adjust the “Sensitivity” and “Velocity Curve” value. For details, refer to the owner’s manual of your drum sound module.

Main Specications

Trigger 1 (Head) 2 (Head & Rim) Connector Output Jack (1/4 inch Phone Type)

Dimensions

Weight

Accessories Owner’s Manual, Leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” Stereo Cable (3.5 m, 11.48 ft)

In the interest of product improvement, the specications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

RT-30K (Kick Trigger) RT-30H (Single Trigger) RT-30HR (Dual Trigger)

38 (W) x 94–111 (D) x 62 (H) mm

1.50 (W) x 3.70–4.37 (D) x 2.44 (H) inches 95 g

3.35 oz

39 (W) x 91–112 (D) x 45 (H) mm

1.54 (W) x 3.58–4.41 (D) x 1.77 (H) inches 67 g

2.36 oz

69 g

2.43 oz