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Owner’s Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland
Acoustic Drum Trigger.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2;
p. 3). These sections provide important information concerning
the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel
assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature
provided by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in
its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a
convenient reference.
Copyright © 2003 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND
CORPORATION.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
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.
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• Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner’s
Manual.
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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.
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• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace
parts within it (except when this manual
provides specific instructions directing you
to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer,
the nearest Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor, as listed on
the “Information” page.
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• Never use or store the unit in places that
are:
• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g.,
direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle,
near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet
floors); or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty; or are
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• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable
material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind
(water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the
unit.
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 powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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• In households with small children, an adult
should provide supervision until the child is
capable of following all the rules essential
for the safe operation of the unit.
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• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
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• Try to prevent cords and cables from
becoming entangled. Also, all cords and
cables should be placed so they are out of
the reach of children.
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• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy
objects on the unit.
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• Should you remove screws, make sure to
put them in a safe place out of children's
reach, so there is no chance of them being
swallowed accidentally.
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• The back of this product has sharp protrusions to enable mounting on a drum. If the
product is left placed on the floor, it may
cause injury if inadvertently stepped on.
Store out of the reach of children when not
in use.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
291a
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and
observe the following:
Placement
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it
near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an
enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or
discolor the unit.
355b
• 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
401a
• 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.
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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of
any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration
and/or deformation.
Additional Precautions
553
• 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.
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• When connecting / 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.
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• To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers
or other devices, always turn down the volume, and
turn off the power on all devices before making any
connections.
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• When moving the drum trigger while it is mounted
on a drum, grasp and hold the drum and not the
drum trigger.
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• Install this product according to the instructions in
the owner's manual. Never insert your fingers into
the opening in the back or touch the circuit board
inside.
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• To avoid malfunction, never allow the sensor on the
RT-7K or RT-5S to stand for a long time with
diagonal force or severe deformation applied to it.
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• The output of the acoustic drum trigger is affected
by the head type, head tension, composition of the
shell, place of use, and temperature, and may not
produce sound as played.
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* In the interest of product improvement, the specifi-
cations and/or appearance of this unit are subject to
change without prior notice.
Items in the Package
• Trigger unit
• Cable
• Protective sensor cover (RT-7K, RT-5S)
• Two hoop guards (RT-7K)
• Owner's Manual (this document)
When carrying the RT-7K or RT-5S, be sure to attach the
included protective sensor cover to prevent force from
being applied to the sensor.
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Getting Started
What Is a Drum Trigger?
The sensor in the trigger converts vibrations from playing the head or rim to electrical
signals, transmitting them to the sound module via the trigger input jack. This process is
called "triggering."
Main Features
• High-quality acoustic drum trigger
• Easy to mount and remove
•A sensor structure that does not interfere with the natural sound of the acoustic drum
• Rugged die-cast structure that won't break if accidentally hit by a drum stick
• Use of V-Drums sensor technology (RT-7K, RT-5S)
• Capable of individual triggering for the head and rim (RT-5S)
• Connects directly to V-Drums sound modules, Trigger MIDI Converter (TMC-6), Rhythm
Coach (RM-2), SPD-series pads equipped with trigger inputs
Part Names
(Example: RT-5S)
Sensor bolt
(
RIM level knob
4
Sensor
Mounting hook
)
MAX
RIM
RIM level knob
OUTPUT jack
Mounting screw
MIN
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Installing and Connecting
When making connections to other equipment, to prevent malfunction or damage to
speakers or other devices, be sure lower the volume all the way before you switch on the
power.
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For the RT-7K Kick Trigger
1.
Affix the two hoop guards included with the product to both sides of the hoop for the kick
drum.
Affix these as shown in the figure, at locations where they will not interfere tension bolts at
eight to ten o'clock or at two to four o'clock, as seen from the viewpoint of the player.
8–10 o'clock
RT-7K
Hoop guards
2–4 o'clock
2.
Use a tuning key to loosen the sensor bolt for the RT-7K.
3.
Mount the RT-7K at the location of the hoop guards you affixed in step 1, and turn the
mounting screw to secure in place.
Tighten securely so that the trigger won't come loose and fall.
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Installing and Connecting
4.
With your fingers, press down on the head of the kick drum at an area near where the sensor
of the RT-7K makes contact. While continuing to press down, tighten the sensor bolt in place
at the location where the tip of the sensor touches the head.
After securing the sensor in place, tighten so that the sensor is depressed by about
1/8 to 1/4 inch (3 to 5 mm) when you remove your fingers from the head. (This is
important because it affects the sensor/triggering characteristics.)
Malfunction may occur if a gap forms between the sensor tip and the head when
the drum is struck with force.
To ensure stable triggering, mute the head.
5.
Using the cable included with the product, connect the OUTPUT jack on the RT-7K to the
trigger input jack on the sound module.
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For the RT-5S Snare Trigger
1.
Use a tuning key to loosen the sensor bolt for the RT-5S.
2.
Mount the RT-5S on the hoop of the snare drum and turn the mounting screw to secure in
place.
Mount it at a location where it won't interfere with the tension bolts or get in the way when
playing (on the side opposite the performer).
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Installing and Connecting
3.
With your fingers, press down on the head of the snare drum at an area near where the
sensor of the RT-5S makes contact. While continuing to press down, tighten the sensor bolt in
place at the location where the tip of the sensor touches the head.
After securing the sensor in place, tighten so that the sensor is depressed by about
1/8 to 1/4 inch (3 to 5 mm) when you remove your fingers from the head. (This is
important because it affects the sensor/triggering characteristics.)
If there is a gap between the sensor tip and the head, malfunction may occur when
the drum is struck with force.
If you want triggering that is even more precise, it may be effective to use a ring
mute, or a muted head such as the PINSTRIPE™ from REMO Inc. When using a
ring mute, first place the ring mute on the head, and then secure the RT-5S in
place.
4.
Using the stereo cable included with the product, connect the OUTPUT jack on the RT-5S to
the trigger input jack on the sound module.
The rim signals will not be output if a monaural cable is used.
5.
Turn the RIM level knob on the RT-5S clockwise to adjust the output level for rim signals.
If the rim-shot sound comes out when you hard-hit the head, please lower the rim level.
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For the RT-3T Tom Trigger
1.
Mount the RT-3T on the hoop of the tom and turn the mounting screw to secure in place.
Mount it at a location where it won't interfere with the tension bolts or get in the way when
playing (the rim on the side opposite the performer).
2.
Using the cable included with the product, connect the OUTPUT jack on the RT-3T to the
trigger input jack on the sound module.
If two or more toms are tuned to close pitches, unstruck toms may resonate. Tune
to pitches that are farther apart. Alternatively, use muting.
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Tips and Tricks for Settings
Triggering when playing softly
Lowering the value for "Threshold" allows triggering even when hit lightly. However, if the
value is too low, triggering may occur when another drum is hit with force. If this happens,
increase the value for "Crosstalk cancel."
Eliminating Double Triggering
Three methods for avoiding double sounding. (two sounds produced with one hit)
• Raise the value of "Retrigger Cancel." IMPORTANT: If this value is too high, notes may
“drop out” when struck repeatedly in rapid succession or during rolls.
• Raise the value for "Threshold." However, if this value is too high, triggering may be difficult
when hit lightly.
• Mute using a ring mute or outside muffler, or use a muted head such as the PINSTRIPE™
from REMO Inc.
Preventing Crosstalk: Triggering Unhit Drums
Check the points described below.
• Are the drums touching each other?
If parts of the rims or shells of a bass drum and a tom or of two toms are touching, vibrations
may be transmitted to the other drum. Reposition so that they do not touch.
• Are toms tuned to close pitches?
If two or more toms are tuned to close pitches, unstruck toms may resonate. Tune to pitches
that are farther apart. Alternatively, use muting.
If this doesn't resolve the problem, increase the value for "Crosstalk cancel." Note, however,
that if this value is too high, triggering may be difficult when the drum and another drum are
hit at the same time or when the drum is hit lightly.
Eliminating the floating of the ring mute
When you install RT-5S or RT-3T on a snare or a tom with a ring mute, the ring mute may float
from the surface of the drum head due to the mounting hook pressing down on the edge of the
ring. You won't get the full effect of the mute if it's floating. Should you avoid such floating,
please cut off the part of the ring mute where the mounting hook will be placed.
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Tips and Tricks for Settings
Preventing the Cross talk from cymbals
RT-3T may pick up the vibrations of cymbal strokes and cause false triggering if a cymbal is set
close to RT-3T. Should this be the case, try following.
• Set the cymbal as far apart from RT-3T as you can.
• Increase the Threshold value. Note that if you set the threshold too high, triggering
performance will be poor at weak strokes.
If setting the trigger parameters for the sound modules doesn't give the desired response, try
changing the location of the drum trigger and the mounting method, and refer to the
following points and make adjustments.
• Mute kick drums and snare drums. If a tom produces multiple sounds when hit only once,
mute the tom.
• To keep the drum trigger from picking up unnecessary vibration, make sure the
connection cords for the drum trigger do not touch the rim or shell.
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Setting Trigger Parameters for Sound
Modules
Even when settings are made according to the parameter charts for sound modules, the
intended sound may not be produced when played. Refer to the owner's manual for the
corresponding sound module and readjust.
For information on how to set the trigger parameters, refer to the owner's manual for the
corresponding sound module.
TD-10 with TDW-1
Parameter
TYPE
BASIC Sensitivity 6 8 13
Threshold 17 5 8
Curve Linear Linear LOG1
ADVNCD ScanTime 2.0 2.0 3.5
RetrigCancel 10 10 14
MaskTime 12 12 24
XtalkCancel 50 60 60
MountType PadMount PadMount PadMount
TD-10
Parameter RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
TYPE KIK 12B TOM
BASIC Sensitivity 3 4 6
Threshold 5 3 6
Curve Linear Linear LOG1
ADVNCD ScanTime 3.5 3.5 4.0
RetrigCancel 12 8 7
MaskTime 12 12 24
Crosstalk 50 60 60
RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
KIK 12B TOM
TD-8
Parameter RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
TYPE KIK SNR TOM
BASIC SENSITIVITY 9 6 10
THRESHOLD 8 5 5
CURVE LINEAR LINEAR LOG1
RIM SENS --- 4 ---
ADVNCD SCAN TIME 2.0 2.0 4.0
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RETRIGCANCL 6 5 5
MASK TIME 12 12 24
CROSSTALK 50 60 60
CROSS STICK -- 10 --
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Setting Trigger Parameters for Sound Modules
TD-6
Parameter
TRIG BASIC
TRIG ADVNCD Scan Time 2.0ms 2.0ms 3.5ms
TrigTyp AcDrTrig PD120 AcDrTrig
Sensitivity 10 10 11
Threshold 6 2 5
TrigCurve LINEAR LINEAR LOG1
Xtalk Cancel 50 60 60
Retrig Cancel 6 4 5
Mask Time 48ms 12ms 24ms
Rim Sens --- 7 ---
RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
TMC-6 (Trigger MIDI Converter)
Parameter
VELOCITY CURVE
THRESHOLD 7 4 6
SENSITIVITY 8 10 11
TRG TYPE Kik Snr toM
SCAN TIME 2.0 2.0 3.5
RETRIG CANCEL 4 4 8
MASK TIME 12 12 24
XTALK CANCEL 40 50 50
RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
Lnr Lnr LG1
SPD-S
Parameter
InputMode
Type RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
Sensitivity 8 8 10
Threshold 8 4 8
VeloCrv LINEAR LINEAR LOG1
Scan Time 2.5 2.5 3.0
RetrigCancel 8 4 5
Mask Time 12 12 12
XtalkCancel 35 35 50
Rim Sens --- 10 --Rim Gain --- 1.2 ---
* If you want to play the rim shot sound, set the InputMode to
RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
TRGx2 TRGx2
HD&RM
TRGx2
HD&RM
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Setting Trigger Parameters for Sound Modules
SPD-20
Parameter
TRIG SENS
TRIG THRESHOLD 6 2 3
TRIG TYPE KiK 120 toM
TRIG CURVE 0 0 1
RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
9 10 11
Advanced Parameter
Scn
rEt (Retrigger Cancel) 7 4 6
MSK (Mask Time) 12 12 24
CrS (Cross Talk Cancel) 50 60 60
riM (Rim Sensitivity) --- 3 ---
(Scan Time) 20 20 30
RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
HPD-15 (Hand Sonic)
Parameter
InputMode
Trig Type KICK PD-120 TOM
Trig Sens 9 10 12
Curve Linear Linear Log1
Threshold 12 5 8
Scan Time 2ms 2ms 3ms
Retrig Cancel 6 5 4
Mask Time 12ms 12ms 24ms
X-Talk Rate 50% 60% 60%
Rim Sens --- 6 ---
* If you want to play the rim shot sound, set the InputMode to
RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
TRIGx2 TRIGx2
HD/RM
TRIGx2
RM-2 (Rhythm Coach)
Parameter
(Input Mode)
tyP (Trigger Type) Kd P12 Pd
thr (Threshold) 15 8 12
SnS (Sensitivity) 12 11 14
Cur (Velocity Curve) Lnr Lnr LG1
Scn (Scan Time) 20 20 40
rtG (Retrigger Cancel) 8 10 9
Crs (Crosstalk Cancel) 50 60 60
MSK (Mask Time) 12 12 24
riM (Rim Sensitivity) --- 9 ---
* If you want to play the rim shot sound, set the Input Mode to
RT-7K RT-5S RT-3T
H-2 H-2
H-r
HD/RM
H-2
H-r
.
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