Roland RT 3T, RT 5S, RT 7K Service Manual
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.
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.
001
• Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner’s
Manual.
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002a
• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.
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003
• 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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004
• 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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011
• 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.
013
• 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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014
• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
104
• 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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106
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy
objects on the unit.
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118
• 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.
402
• 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.
556
• 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.
921
• 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.
962a
* 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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