Roland TD-11 User Manual

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* The illustration shows the TD-15.

How to obtain a PDF of the owner’s manual

PDF les of the owner’s manual and supplementary material for this product can be obtained from the Roland website.

• TD-15/TD-11 Owner’s Manual (this document)

• Data List (This is not included with the product; you may download it as necessary.)

Visit the following URL, choose “Owner’s Manuals,” and search for the model name “TD-15” or “TD-11.”

http://www.roland.com/support/en/

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 4). 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.

WARNING

Do not disassemble or modify by yourself

Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.

Do not repair or replace parts by yourself

Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specic 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.

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 heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet oors); or are

• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are

• Subject to salt exposure; or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty or sandy; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.

WARNING

Use only Roland stand MDS series that is recommended

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

Do not place in an unstable location

When using the unit with a stand recommended by Roland (MDS series), 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.

Use only the included AC adaptor and the correct voltage

Be sure to use only the AC adaptor included with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specied on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a dierent polarity, or be designed for a dierent voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

Use only the included power cord

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

WARNING

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

Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are re and shock hazards!

Avoid extended use at high volume

This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

Don’t allow foreign objects or liquids to enter unit; never place containers with liquid on unit

Do not place containers containing liquid on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., ammable 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.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

WARNING

Turn o the unit if an abnormality or malfunction occurs

Immediately turn the unit o, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

• The AC adaptor, the powersupply cord, or the plug 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.

Adults must provide supervision in places where children are present

When using the unit in locations where children are present, be careful so no mishandling of the unit can take place. An adult should always be on hand to provide supervision and guidance.

Do not drop or subject to strong impact

Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

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

Do not force the unit’s powersupply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

Do not use overseas

Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Do not use a CD-ROM in an audio CD player or DVD player

DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may result.

CAUTION

Place in a well ventilated location

The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.

Use only the specied stand (s)

This unit is designed to be used in combination with specic stands (MDS 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.

Grasp the plug when connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor

Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

Periodically clean the AC adaptor’s plug

At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to re.

Manage cables for safety

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.

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

Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

CAUTION

Do not connect or disconnect the AC adaptor with wet hands

Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

Disconnect everything before moving the unit

Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

Unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet before cleaning

Before cleaning the unit, turn it o and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 10).

If there is a possibility of lightning strike, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet

Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.

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.

• Included Parts Wing bolts (p. 9)

• Removable Parts Cap of the special connection cable

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 lter 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.

• To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always make sure to turn o the power on all your equipment before you make any connections.

• With the factory settings, this unit will automatically be switched o 30 minutes after you stop playing or operating the unit. If you don’t want the unit to turn o automatically, change the “Auto O” setting to “OFF” as described on p. 35.

Placement

• Using the unit near power ampliers (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 device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device 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 o.

• 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.

• When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very dierent, 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.

• Do not put anything that contains water on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

Maintenance

• 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.

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

Repairs and Data

• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up to USB ash drives, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Additional Precautions

• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory to USB ash drives.

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory or on USB ash drives once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

• 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. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you.

• Since sound vibrations can be transmitted through oors and walls to a greater degree than expected, take care not to allow such sound to become a nuisance to others nearby. Although the drum pads and pedals are designed so there is a minimal amount of extraneous sound produced when they’re struck, rubber heads tend to produce louder sounds compared to mesh heads. You can eectively reduce much of the unwanted sound from the pads by switching to mesh heads.

• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

• The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display may not always match what appears in the manual.

Before Using External Memories

• Carefully insert the USB ash drives all the way in—until it is rmly in place.

Top panel

• Never touch the terminals of the USB ash drives. Also, avoid getting the terminals dirty.

• USB ash drives are constructed using precision components; handle the USB ash drives carefully, paying particular note to the following.

• To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity, be sure to discharge any static electricity from your own body before handling the cards.

• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact portion of the cards.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration.

• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or other such locations.

• Do not allow cards to become wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.

Handling CDs / DVDs

• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.

About Copyright

• It is forbidden by law to make an audio recording, video recording, copy or revision of a third party’s copyrighted work (musical work, video work, broadcast, live performance, or other work), whether in whole or in part, and distribute, sell, lease, perform, or broadcast it without the permission of the copyright owner.

• Do not use this product for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this product.

• 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 and/or Atelier Vision Corporation.

• Purchasers of this product are permitted to utilize said content for the creating, performing, recording and distributing original musical works.

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

• MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group.

• MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology is licensed from Fraunhofer IIS Corporation and THOMSON Multimedia Corporation.

• ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

• Roland, SuperNATURAL, and V-Drums are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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

Main Features

SuperNATURAL on V-Drums

Roland takes digital drums to a new height with the implementation of its exclusive SuperNATURAL concept. The best electronic drums in the world just got better.

Improved dynamics and sensitivity make every nuance of playing drums feel even more natural, no matter what your musical style might be.

What are SuperNATURAL Tones?

Taking advantage of Behavior Modeling Technology, SuperNATURAL is Roland’s exclusive sound set that achieves a new level of realism and expression that were dicult to realize with previous sound generators.

Behavior Modeling Technology

Not only physical modeling of the instruments, Roland takes it a step further by modeling the instrument’s distinctive behavior that responds to how the performer plays, resulting in true-to-life, expressive sounds in realtime.

Enjoy playing with the Internal songs & Song player

Internal songs (p. 26)

Realistic and powerful backing songs and loop phrases are built into the TD.

These are perfect for practicing, or just the pure enjoyment of playing along.

Song player (p. 27)

You can play back audio les (WAV, MP3) directly from an inserted USB ash drive(optional). Also the Speed Control and A-B repeat functions allow you to take practicing with your favorite songs to a new level.

Advanced practice support

Coach mode (p. 31)

Roland’s highly acclaimed Coach Mode provides a full set of exercises for self improvement. These include “Time Check,” “Quiet Count,” and “Warm Ups.”

QUICK REC function (p. 14)

The QUICK REC function is another practice tool that allows you to record and playback your performance easily.

Using with your computer

USB audio and USB MIDI support (p. 47)

By connecting the TD to your computer with a single USB cable, you can transmit audio and MIDI data.

Perfect for using with the V-Drums Tutor, V-Drums Friend Jam and/or your own DAW software.

USING THE UNIT SAFELY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

IMPORTANT NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Panel Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Side Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Top Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Getting Ready to Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Turning the Power On/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Playing the Drums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Drum Kits and Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Selecting a Drum Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Cross-Stick Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Performance Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the Metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Starting the Metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Changing the Metronome Tempo and Volume . 13

Recording Your Performance (QUICK REC) . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Quickly Editing an Instrument (QUICK EDIT)

(TD-15 ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

About the MENU Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Creating a Drum Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Changing the Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Instrument Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Drum Kit Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the Eects (FX) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Adjusting the Amount of Ambience for Each

Pad (SEND) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Turning the Multi-Eect On/O for Each Pad

(SWITCH) (TD-15 ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Naming a Drum Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Changing the MIDI Note Number of Each Pad . . . . . . . 22

Copying and Pasting a Drum Kit or Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Saving a Drum Kit to a USB Flash Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Saving a Drum Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Loading a Drum Kit from a USB Flash Drive

into the TD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Restoring a Drum Kit to the Factory Settings . . . . . . . . 25

Performing Along with a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Selecting a Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Playing the Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Changing the Song Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Selecting a Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Repeatedly Playing a Specied Region

(A-B Repeat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Viewing Song Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Play Along with a Song and Record Your

Performance (QUICK REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Practicing in Coach Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Selecting a Practice Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Overall Settings for the TD (Options) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Metronome Setup (Metronome) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using a Pad as a Switch (Pad Control) (TD-15 ONLY) . 36

MIDI-Related Settings (MIDI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Using USB Flash Drive (USB Memory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Saving Data to a USB Flash Drive (Save Backup) . 38

Loading Data from a USB Flash Drive Back

into the TD (Load Backup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Deleting Data from a USB Flash Drive

(Delete Data) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Viewing Information About the USB Flash

Drive (Information) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Formatting a USB Flash Drive (Format) . . . . . . . . 40

Optimizing the Pad Settings (Pad Settings) . . . . . . . . . . 41

Specifying the Type of Pad [F1] (TYPE) . . . . . . . . . 41

Setting the Pad Sensitivity [F2] (BASIC) . . . . . . . . 42

Advanced Settings for the Trigger Parameters

[F3] (ADVNCD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Viewing Information About the TD (Information) . . .. . . 46

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) . . . . . . . 46

Connecting to Your Computer via USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Installing the USB Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Connecting the TD to the Computer . . . . . . . . . . 47

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Main Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Panel Descriptions

Front Panel

[F1]–[F3] buttons (function buttons)

Execute the functions shown in the bottom of the display.

In this manual, we’ll refer to these (from the left) as the [F1], [F2], and [F3] buttons.

[MENU] button

Accesses the menu screen (p. 16).

[VOLUME] knob

Adjusts the volume that’s output from the OUTPUT jacks (p. 10).

[QUICK EDIT] button

Switches “TUNING,” “MUFFLING,” and “STRAINER” (p. 15).

[ ] (METRONOME) button

Sounds the metronome (p. 13).

Display

This shows the drum kit name and other information during performance. During editing, it shows the settings as graphics and text.

[POWER] button

Turns the power on/o (p. 10).

* The TD will automatically power-o

approximately 30 minutes (with the factory settings) after it was last played or operated. If you don’t want the power to turn o automatically, turn the “Auto O” setting “OFF” as described in “Auto O” (p. 35).

Cursor buttons ( / )

Move the cursor in the screen.

[EXIT] button

Each time you press this button, you’ll return to the next-highest level of the screen. If you press it several times, you will eventually return to the DRUM KIT screen.

Value dial

Use this to select drum kits or to edit values.

[COACH]

Press this when you want to use the Coach function (p. 31).

[SONG]

Accesses the SONG screen (p.

27). Press this when you want to play songs or make song-related settings.

button

[DRUM KIT] buttons

Switch drum kits (p. 11).

[ ] (QUICK REC) button

Use this when you want to record your performance (p. 14, p. 30).

[ ] button

Plays/stops the song or your performance recorded by QUICK REC (p. 27, p. 30).

* The illustration shows the TD-15.

How to read this manual

• This owner’s manual applies to both the TD-15 and the TD-11. These two devices will be collectively referred to as the “TD.”

• Functions found only on the TD-15 are indicated by the

• Buttons on the panel are enclosed by square brackets [ ]; for example, the [SETUP] button.

• Buttons corresponding to function buttons shown in the display are referred to as (for example) the [F3] (XSTICK) button.

icon.

Panel Descriptions

Side Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

DC IN jack

Connect the included AC adapter here.

Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards. The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.

[VOLUME] knob

Adjusts the volume of the headphones.

OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R)

For connecting to your audio system or amp. All sounds from the TD are output here.

For outputting sounds in MONO, connect the cable to the L/MONO jack.

MIDI OUT connector

Use this when you want to trigger an external MIDI sound module, sampler, etc., from the TD (p. 37).

* The illustration shows the TD-15.

PHONES jack

Connect stereo headphones here. Sound will still be output from the OUTPUT jacks even if headphones are connected.

* The volume will be determined by

connected device.

NOTE

• To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any connections.

• When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the MIX IN jack may be low. If this happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.

MIX IN jack

By connecting your audio player or other audio source via a stereo mini-plug, you can enjoy playing the drum along with your favorite songs.

TRIGGER IN jacks (CRASH2, AUX )

These allow you to connect additional pads.

Top Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

Panel Descriptions

COMPUTER port

Use a USB cable to connect the TD to your computer (p. 47). MIDI data and audio data can be sent via USB to and from your DAW software.

Bottom Panel

MEMORY port

You can connect your USB ash drive (separately sold) here, and play back audio les from it (p. 27) or save TD settings on it (p. 38).

NOTE

• Use USB ash drive sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used.

• Never insert or remove a USB ash drive while this unit is turned on. Doing so may corrupt the unit’s data or the data on the USB ash drive.

• Carefully insert the USB ash drive all the way in-until it is rmly in place.

• Do not unplug USB ash drive from the TD while the USB ash drive access indicator is blinking. Doing so may damage the USB ash drive or the data.

Sound module mounting plate attachment

TRIGGER INPUT connector

Connect the included dedicated cable to this connector, and use it to connect the pads and pedals.

NOTE

When turning the unit upside down, be sure to handle the unit with care so as to prevent damage to the buttons, knobs, etc.

holes

Attach the included sound module mounting plate here to attach the TD to your drum stand.

Use the included wing bolts to attach the plate as shown in the illustration.

* Use only the included wing bolts. Using any other

bolts will cause malfunctions.

* The TD must be attached to the sound module

mounting plate when in use.

To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit (should the plug be pulled out accidentally), and to avoid applying undue stress to the DC IN jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration.

Getting Ready to Play

Turning the Power On/O

Turning the power on

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Once everything is properly connected (p. 8), be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in the wrong order, you risk

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causing malfunction or equipment failure.

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

1. Turn the [VOLUME] knob all the way to the left to

minimize the volume.

If you’re using headphones, you should also minimize the [VOLUME] knob located on the side panel.

2. Minimize the volume of the connected amp or

audio system.

Turning the power o

NOTE

Settings you’ve edited on the TD itself will be saved when you turn o the power. Be sure to turn o the power by pressing the [POWER] button.

1. Minimize the volume of the TD and of the

external equipment connected to the TD.

2. Power-o the external equipment.

3. Hold down the [POWER] button until the screen

indicates “See you!”

3. Press the [POWER] button.

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This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after turning the unit on is required before it will operate normally.

4. Power-on the amp or audio system that’s

connected to the TD.

5. While striking the pads to hear the sound, adjust

the volume by gradually turning the [VOLUME] knob toward the right.

Also adjust the volume appropriately on the connected amp or audio system.

If you’re using headphones, you should also minimize the [VOLUME] knob located on the side panel.

If you don’t want the power to turn o automatically, change the “Auto O” setting to “OFF.”

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The TD will automatically power-o approximately 30 minutes (with the factory settings) after it was last played or operated. If you don’t want the power to turn o automatically, turn the “Auto O” setting “OFF” as described on p. 35.

Playing the Drums

Drum Kits and Instruments

On the TD, the sound you hear when you strike each pad is called an “instrument.” A “drum kit” is a set of sounds (instruments) assigned to the pads.

Drum kit

The illustration below shows the structure of a drum kit.

Drum kit 100 (50 on the TD-11)

Drum kit 1

Pad settings

KICK

Head

TOM3

Head

Rim

RIDE

Bow

Edge

Bell

SNARE

Head

Rim

HI-HAT

Bow

Edge

AUX

Head

Rim

Instrument

TOM1

Head

Rim

CRASH1

Bow

Edge

TOM2

Head

Rim

CRASH2

Bow

Edge

Selecting a Drum Kit

1. Use the [DRUM KIT] buttons to select a drum kit.

The DRUM KIT screen will appear.

No matter what screen is in use, by pressing the [DRUM KIT] button, you will return to the DRUM KIT screen.

Selecting a drum kit from the list

In the DRUM KIT screen, you can turn the value dial to access the KIT LIST and select a drum kit from the list.

About the DRUM KIT screen

This is the TD’s main screen; it will appear when you press a [DRUM KIT] button.

Strength of the pad strikeDrum kit number

Drum kit name

Sub title

Instrument settings

Instruments (instrumental sounds),

EDIT (tuning, volume, etc.)

Ambience send level

MIDI settings

Ambience settings

The performance location, wall material, amount of ambience, etc.

Multi-eect settings

Equalizer settings

Overall settings for the entire drum kit

Volume, drum kit name

What do Head and Rim mean?

On the TD, settings for a pad’s head and rim (for a cymbal, the bow and edge) can be made

separately.

Cross-Stick Function

Pressing the [F3] (XSTICK) button enables or disables the ability to play the cross-stick sound (p. 12) on the rim of the snare pad.

* The [F3] (XSTICK) button is shown only if cross-stick

is enabled.

Head Rim

Playing the Drums

Performance Techniques

Pads (such as PDX-100/PDX-8/PDX-6)

Head shot

Hit only the head of the pad.

Head

Rim shot

Strike the head and the rim of the pad simultaneously.

A sound (rim sound) dierent than the head shot will be heard.

Cymbals (such as CY-13R/CY-8)

Bow shot

The most common method, playing the middle area of the cymbal.

Edge shot

Use the shoulder of the stick to hit the edge sensor of the cymbal pad (as shown in the gure).

Edge sensor

Rim

Cross stick

When XSTICK (p. 11) is on:

Only strike the rim of the pad.

Depending on the sound assigned to the rim you can play rim shots and/or cross stick sounds.

Rim

* This is supported only for the snare pad.

* To play the cross stick, be sure that you only strike the

rim of the pad. Place your hand on the head gently, otherwise this may prevent the cross stick function from working properly.

Bell shot (CY-15R, CY-13R)

Strike the bell area.

* Strike the bell somewhat strongly with the shoulder

of the stick.

Choking a cymbal

Choking (pinching) the cymbal’s edge with the hand immediately after hitting the cymbal will mute or choke the sound, just like with a real cymbal. The Choke function only works when you grasp in the area (where the edge sensor is) as shown in the gure. If you do otherwise, it will not work.

Roland logo

Edge sensor

Playing the Drums

Hi-Hat (CY-5/VH-11)

Open/Closed

The hi-hat sound will change smoothly between open and closed depending on pressure applied to the hi-hat control pedal or a hi-hat stand.

Foot closed and foot splash sounds are possible.

Bow shot

Hit the striking surface of the hi-hat.

Bow

Using the Metronome

Practicing with the metronome is the best way to develop accurate timing.

Starting the Metronome

1. Press the [ ] button.

The metronome will start playing, and the button will blink in time with the tempo.

MEMO

You can change the way in which the metronome sounds (p. 36).

Changing the Metronome Tempo and Volume

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [F1]

(TEMPO) button.

The METRONOME screen will appear.

Edge shot

Use the shoulder of the stick to hit the edge of the hi-hat pad.

Edge

2. Use the [F1]–[F3] buttons to select the item that

you want to edit, and use the value dial to edit the setting.

Button Value Description

Use the value dial to set the tempo.

[F1] (TEMPO)

[F2] (VOLUME)

[F3] (SETUP) Accesses the METRONOME SETUP screen (p. 36).

20–260

0–10

* You can set the tempo by

pressing the [F1] (TEMPO) button three or more times in succession at the desired interval.

Use the value dial to set the volume.

Playing the Drums

Recording Your Performance (QUICK REC)

The TD lets you easily record and play back your own performance (QUICK REC).

This is a convenient way to repeatedly record yourself practicing and then play back to check your performance.

* Before you continue, select the drum kit that you

want to use for practicing (recording).

MEMO

You can also record your playing along with a song. For details, refer to p. 30.

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [ ] (QUICK

REC) button.

The [ ] (QUICK REC) button will light, and the QUICK REC screen will appear.

MEMO

If you want to hear the metronome while you record, press the [

Use the value dial to set the tempo.

] button to turn on the metronome.

Where the recorded data is exported

When a USB ash drive is connected, your recorded data is automatically exported to the USB ash drive. Only the ve most recent recorded performances will be exported as SMF data.

MEMO

SMF (Standard MIDI File) is a standard le format that allows performance data to be exchanged between various musical applications.

The recorded data is saved in the following folder of the USB ash drive.

Roland

TD-15 or TD-11

Backup

Kit

QUICK REC KIT_01.MID

KIT_02.MID KIT_03.MID KIT_04.MID KIT_05.MID

2. To start recording, strike a pad or press the

[ ] button.

* When recording starts, the previous recording will be

completely erased.

3. Press the [ ] button to stop recording.

4. Press the [ ] button once again.

The recorded performance will play back.

You can press the [F2] (REPEAT ) button to make the performance play back repeatedly.

5. Press the [ ] button to stop playback.

Quickly Editing an Instrument (QUICK EDIT)

The TD-15’s QUICK EDIT function lets you make quick and easy adjustments to the sound of each instrument.

1. Before you continue, select the drum kit that contains the instrument you want to edit.

2. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [QUICK EDIT] button.

Each time you press the button, you’ll cycle between “Tuning,” “Muing,” and “Strainer,” and then return to the DRUM KIT screen.

The pad being edited

3. Strike the pad whose instrument you want to edit.

The screen will show the edit screen for the pad you struck.

4. Use the value dial to edit the value.

Parameter Value Description

Tuning -240–+240 Negative (-) settings will lower the pitch, and positive (+) settings will raise the pitch.

Muing 0–50 Larger values will reduce the resonance and emphasize the attack.

Strainer 1–10 Strainer (snare) tension. Higher values make the tension tighter.

Snare Buzz 0–10 Resonance of the snare. Higher values increase the resonance.

* The editable parameters will dier depending on the instrument group.

5. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the DRUM KIT screen.

About the MENU Screens

There are eight menu screens that allow you to edit the drum kit.

In the DRUM KIT screen, press the [MENU] button to access the KIT MENU screen, from which you can jump to each edit screen.

INST

Here you can edit the instrument (p. 17).

Menu Description Page

Inst Edit Instrument settings p. 18

Kit Vol Drum kit volume settings p. 18

Apply an eect to the entire drum kit (p. 19).

Menu Description Page

Ambience Ambience settings p. 20

Multi-FX

EQ EQ settings p. 20

NAME

Assign a name to the drum kit (p. 22)

MIDI

Change the MIDI note number of each pad (p. 22).

COPY/PASTE

Copy and paste drum kits or pads (p. 23).

SAVE/LOAD

Save a drum kit to your USB ash drive, or load a previously-saved drum kit from the USB ash drive back into the TD (p. 24).

1 KIT RESTORE

This lets you return the currently selected drum kit to the factory settings (p. 25).

SYSTEM

Here you can edit settings that apply to the entire TD (p. 34).

Menu Description Page

Options

Metronome Metronome settings p. 36

Pad Control

MIDI MIDI-related settings p. 37

USB Memory Use a USB ash drive p. 38

Pad Settings Pad settings p. 41

Information View information about the TD itself p. 46

Factory Reset Restore the factory settings p. 46

Multi-eect settings p. 20

Settings for display contrast and power (Auto O)

Settings for the pads connected to the TRIGGER IN AUX jacks

Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to scroll the screen.

p. 35

p. 36

Creating a Drum Kit

You can edit the individual sounds in each kit to customize them for your musical style.

Changing the Instrument

On the TD, each instrumental sound, such as the kick drum or snare drum within the drum kit, is called an “instrument (INST).”

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

2. Press the [F1] (INST) button.

The INST screen will appear.

Instrument type (instrument group)

Instrument

Instrument number

Individual head and rim settings (Link)

For some pads, you can assign dierent instruments to the head and rim (for a cymbal, to the bow and the bell). To enable this, turn Link o.

1. In the INST screen, press the [F1] (LINK) button.

Each time you press the button, LINK will turn on/o.

Value Description

For SNARE, TOM1–3, HIHAT, CRASH1–2, RIDE,

OFF

and AUX (TD-15 only), the head and rim settings (instrument, tuning, muing, pad volume, pan) will change in tandem.

For SNARE, TOM1–3, HIHAT, CRASH1–2, RIDE, and AUX (TD-15 only), the head and rim settings can be changed independently.

Previewing (auditioning) an instrument

When the INST screen is displayed, you can strike the pad or press the [F3] (PREVIEW) button to preview the selected instrument.

Pad name

3. Strike the pad whose instrument you want to

change.

The edit screen for the pad you struck will appear.

MEMO

Alternatively, you can use the cursor buttons ( move the cursor to the pad name, and then use the value dial to select a pad.

/ ) to

4. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to move the cursor

to the desired instrument group or instrument.

5. Use the value dial to change the instrument

group or instrument.

6. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the DRUM

KIT screen.

Creating a Drum Kit

Instrument Edit

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

2. Press the [F1] (INST) button.

The INST screen will appear.

3. Strike the pad whose instrument settings you

want to edit.

The edit screen for the pad you struck will appear.

4. Press the [F2] (EDIT) button.

The INST EDIT screen will appear.

5. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select a

parameter.

Parameter Value Description

The openness

NORMAL

Fixed HH

Tone Color -50–+50

Volume 0–100 Species the volume.

Pan L15–CENTER–R15

NORMAL, FIXED1–4

FIXED

Adjusts the brightness of the tone. Positive (+) values make the tone brighter; negative (-) values make the tone darker.

Species the pan (stereo position).

of the hi-hat can be changed by the pedal.

The openness of the hi-hat will be xed.

Drum Kit Volume

1. In the INST EDIT screen, press the [F3] (KIT VOL)

button.

The KIT VOLUME screen will appear.

6. Use the value dial to edit the value of that

parameter.

For details on the parameters that can be edited, refer to “INST EDIT parameter list” below.

7. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the DRUM

KIT screen.

INST EDIT parameter list

* The editable parameters will dier depending on the

instrument group.

Parameter Value Description

Tuning -240–+240

Muing 0–50

Snare Buzz 0–10

Strainer 1–10

Negative (-) values will lower the pitch, and positive (+) values will raise the pitch.

Larger values will decrease the resonance, emphasizing the attack of the sound.

Higher values will make the snare resonance louder.

Higher values make the strainer (snare) tension tighter.

2. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select a

parameter.

3. Use the value dial to edit the value of that

parameter.

Parameter Value Description

Kit Volume 0–100 Overall drum kit volume

Pedal HH Volume

Xstick Volume

0–100 Pedal hi-hat volume

0–100 Cross-stick volume

4. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

Using the Eects (FX)

How each eect works

AMBIENCE

This produces an ambience (room reverberation) that’s ideal for drum sounds.

You can adjust the room ambience (the type and size of the room) and the reverb (reverberation).

MULTI-FX

This is a powerful multi-eect that can be used to transform your sound.

You can use it to distort the sound, or give it depth and spaciousness.

This is a four-band (low, two mid bands, high) equalizer.

Use it to adjust the tonal character.

Creating a Drum Kit

Basic procedure

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

2. Press the [F2] (FX) button.

The FX screen will appear.

3. Press a function button to select the item that

you want to edit.

[F1] (AMBIENCE) Ambience

[F2] (MULTI-FX)

[F3] (EQ) Equalizer

* The MULTI-FX function is provided only on the TD-15.

Multi-eect

The edit screen for the selected eect will appear.

Use the cursor buttons ( /

) to select a parameter.

Use the [F1]–[F3] buttons to switch tabs (screens).

Use the value dial to edit the value.

4. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

Creating a Drum Kit

FX parameter list

Parameter Value Description

[F1] (AMB)

Type 10 types Type of ambience

Character 1–7 Character of the ambience sound

Size

Wall Type

Shape 0–100 Width of the room

Level 0–100 Overall amount of ambience

Ambience Send 0–100 Amount sent from each pad to the ambience

TINY, SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE, HUGE

CURTAIN, CLOTH, WOOD, PLASTER, CONCRETE, GLASS

Size of the room

Material of the walls

MFX to Ambi Send

[F2]

Type 10 types

[F3] (EQ)

High Freq 1 kHz–8 kHz Frequency of the high region

High Gain -12 dB–+12 dB Amount of boost/cut for the high region

Low Freq 20 Hz–1 kHz Frequency of the low region

Low Gain -12 dB–+12 dB Amount of boost/cut for the low region

Mid1 Freq 20 Hz–8 kHz Frequency of the mid-1 region

Mid1 Q 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, 8.0

Mid1 Gain -12 dB–+12 dB Amount of boost/cut for the mid-1 region

Mid2 Freq 20 Hz–8 kHz Frequency of the mid-2 region

Mid2 Q 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, 8.0

Mid2 Gain -12 dB–+12 dB Amount of boost/cut for the mid-2 region

0–100 Amount sent from the multi-eect to the ambience

Type of multi-eect

For details on multi-eect’s parameters, download “Data List” (PDF le) from “TD-15” in the “Owner’s Manuals” list on the Roland website (http://www.roland.com/support/en/).

Width of the mid-1 region

Larger values make the width more narrow.

Width of the mid-2 region

Larger values make the width more narrow.

Adjusting the Amount of

Creating a Drum Kit

5. Use the value dial to specify the amount of

ambience (send level).

Ambience for Each Pad (SEND)

You can adjust the amount of ambience (the send level) for each pad.

1. Access the AMBIENCE screen as described in

steps 1–3 of the basic procedure (p. 19).

2. Press the [F3] (SEND) button.

The AMBIENCE SEND screen will appear.

3. Press the [F1] (LINK) button to turn Link on/o.

4. Select a pad, either by striking that pad or by

pressing the [F2] ( ) or [F3] ( ) buttons.

The cursor will move to the pad you selected.

Link icon

Move the cursor within the screen.

Value 0–100

6. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

Turning the Multi-Eect On/O for Each Pad (SWITCH)

You can specify whether the multi-eect will be applied to each pad (on) or not applied (o).

1. Access the MULTI-FX screen as described in steps

1–3 of the basic procedure (p. 19).

2. Press the [F3] (SWITCH) button.

The MULTI-FX SWITCH screen will appear.

3. Press the [F1] (LINK) button to turn Link on/o.

4. Select a pad, either by striking that pad or by

pressing the [F2] (

The cursor will move to the pad you selected.

For details on the screen, refer to the explanation of the AMBIENCE SEND screen (p. 21).

5. Use the value dial to turn the eect on/o.

) or [F3] ( ) buttons.

If you press the [F1] (LINK) button to make the Link icon light (on), the parameters of the head and rim (for a cymbal, the bow and edge; for a ride cymbal, the bow, edge, and bell) can be edited simultaneously.

If this is o, each can be set independently.

Indication in the screen

K Kick

S Snare

T1–T3 Tom 1–3

HH Hi-hat

C1, C2 Crash 1, 2

RD Ride

AUX

MFX

Pad

Pad connected to the AUX jack

Ambience send amount from MFX

6. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

Creating a Drum Kit

Naming a Drum Kit

You can assign a name of up to 12 characters to each drum kit.

You can also assign a sub title of up to 14 characters below the kit to indicate the musical style or the date on which you created the kit.

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

2. Press the [F3] (NAME) button.

The KIT NAME screen will appear.

Drum kit name

Sub title

3. Press the [F1] ( ) or [F2] ( ) button to move the

cursor to the character that you want to change.

4. Use the value dial to change the character.

You can delete or insert a character by holding down the [F3] (DEL/INS) button and pressing the [F1] or [F2] button.

Changing the MIDI Note Number of Each Pad

Here’s how to change the MIDI note number that is transmitted and received by each pad.

MEMO

The settings in this screen will be ignored if the SYSTEM menu setting “Std MIDI Setup Lock” is “ON” (p. 37).

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

2. Press the cursor buttons ( / ) or the [MENU]

button to scroll the screen, and press the [F1] (MIDI) button.

The MIDI NOTE NUMBER screen will appear.

3. Strike the pad whose settings you want to

change.

The edit screen of the pad you struck will appear.

MEMO

You can also select a pad by using the cursor buttons

/ ).

(

Button Description

[F3]+ [F1] (DELETE)

[F3]+ [F2] (INSERT)

Deletes the character at the cursor position; subsequent characters will move one place to the left.

Inserts a space at the cursor position; subsequent characters will move one place to the right.

5. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

Press the [F2] ( ) or [F3] ( ) buttons to select the head/ rim (bow/edge/bell) of each pad.

4. Use the value dial to edit the value.

Value 0–127, OFF

* If the same note number as another pad is selected,

an “*” is shown at the right of the note number.

5. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

Copying and Pasting a Drum Kit or Pad

You can copy the settings of a drum kit or pad, and paste them to another kit or pad.

NOTE

When you execute the paste operation, the contents of the paste-destination will be erased. Use this operation with caution.

Creating a Drum Kit

3. Press the [F1] (SEL) button to specify whether

you want to copy a drum kit or a pad.

When copying a drum kit

Drum kit name

When copying a pad

The contents that are copied

For a drum kit

Copied settings Remarks

Settings for the entire drum kit

Ambience settings

Equalizer settings High/low adjustment

MFX settings

Settings for each pad

For a pad

Copied settings Remarks

Instrument settings

* Eect settings and MIDI note numbers are not

copied.

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

Volume, drum kit name

On/o, performance location, wall material, amount, etc.

—

Instrument, INST EDIT parameters, MIDI note numbers

Instrument, INST EDIT parameters

Pad name

4. Use the value dial to select the drum kit or pad

that you want to copy.

MEMO

• You can also strike a pad to audition the drum kit or pad that you’re copying.

• When copying and pasting a pad, you can also switch the drum kit. Use the cursor buttons ( the cursor to the drum kit name, and use the value dial to change drum kits.

/ ) to move

5. Press the [F2] (COPY) button.

The contents of the drum kit or pad will be copied to the clipboard.

6. Use the value dial to select the paste-destination

drum kit or pad.

MEMO

The instrument settings of both the head and rim will be copied at the same time.

2. Press the cursor buttons ( / ) or the [MENU]

button to scroll the screen, and press the [F2] (COPY/PASTE) button.

The COPY/PASTE screen will appear.

Creating a Drum Kit

7. Press the [F3] (PASTE) button.

If you’re pasting a pad, the paste operation will occur at this point.

If you’re pasting a drum kit, a conrmation screen will appear.

Saving a Drum Kit to a USB Flash Drive

Here’s how you can save a drum kit to your USB ash drive.

Saving a Drum Kit

1. Connect your USB ash drive (p. 9).

* If you decide to cancel, press [F1] (CANCEL).

8. Press the [F3] (OK) button.

The contents of the clipboard will be overwritten onto the paste-destination.

9. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

2. Make sure that the drum kit you want to save is

selected.

3. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

4. Press the cursor buttons ( / ) or the [MENU]

button to scroll the screen, and press the [F3] (SAVE/LOAD) button.

The 1 KIT SAVE/LOAD screen will appear.

5. Press the [F1] (SAVE) button.

The 1 KIT SAVE screen will appear.

6. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) or the value dial to

specify the save-destination.

7. Press the [F3] (SAVE) button.

* If data already exists at the save-destination, a

conrmation screen will appear. Press the [F3] (OK) button to execute the save operation. If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL) button.

The drum kit you selected in step 2 will be saved to your USB ash drive.

When the data has been saved, the screen will indicate “Completed.”

8. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

Creating a Drum Kit

Loading a Drum Kit from a USB Flash Drive into the TD

1. Connect your USB ash drive (p. 9).

2. Make sure that the loading-destination drum kit

is selected.

3. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

4. Press the cursor buttons ( / ) or the [MENU]

button to scroll the screen, and press the [F3] (SAVE/LOAD) button.

The 1 KIT SAVE/LOAD screen will appear.

5. Press the [F3] (LOAD) button.

The 1 KIT LOAD screen will appear.

Restoring a Drum Kit to the Factory Settings

Here’s how the currently selected drum kit can be restored to its factory-set state.

An accidentally-overwritten drum kit can also be restored by this operation.

NOTE

The currently selected drum kit will be overwritten.

1. Make sure that you’ve selected the drum kit that

you want to restore to its original state.

2. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU]

button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

3. Press the cursor buttons ( / ) or the [MENU]

button to scroll the screen, and press the [F1] (1 KIT RESTORE) button.

The 1 KIT RESTORE screen will appear, and a list of the factory-set drum kits will be shown.

6. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) or the value dial to

select the drum kit that you want to load.

7. Press the [F3] (LOAD) button.

A conrmation screen will appear.

* If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL)

button.

8. Press the [F3] (OK) button.

The drum kit from the USB ash drive will be overwritten onto the drum kit you selected in step 2.

When loading is nished, the screen will indicate “Completed.”

9. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

4. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) or the value dial to

select the desired drum kit.

5. Press the [F3] (RESTORE) button.

A conrmation screen will appear.

* If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL)

button.

6. Press the [F3] (OK) button.

When the data has been restored, the screen will indicate “Completed.”

7. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the DRUM KIT screen.

Performing Along with a Song

The TD contains built-in-songs and phrases covering a variety of styles selected for enhancing your practice time. You can play the drums while listening to one of these songs.

If a USB ash drive is connected, you can play the drums while listening to one of your favorite songs from the USB ash drive.

Song structure

A song contains MP3 or WAV audio tracks and drum tracks (MIDI data) containing a drum performance.

For some internal songs there is a guide drum part on its drum track, which you can mute in order to play along with the song.

You can also use the QUICK REC function to record your performance with the songs.

After doing so, when playing them back you can mute the drum part you have recorded.

Song

Audio track

Drum track

Audio les that can be played by the TD

You can play back audio les of the following formats from a USB ash drive.

MP3

Sampling rate 44.1 kHz

Bit rates 64 kbps–320 kbps

WAV

Sampling rate 44.1 kHz

Bit depth 8, 16, 24-bit

When transferring les from your computer to a USB ash drive

Audio les can be played back not only from the root level (top level) of the USB ash drive, but also from within a folder.

For details on how to select a folder, refer to “Selecting a Folder” (p. 28).

* The le name will be the song name.

* Use only single-byte alphanumeric characters in the

le name.

* File names containing more than 14 characters

or containing double-byte characters will not be displayed correctly.

* You can put up to 100 song les in a single folder.

* Make sure that no single le is larger than 2 GB.

This button is shown if the song contains drum data.

* The song’s performance data is not transmitted from

the MIDI OUT connector.

Performing Along with a Song

Selecting a Song

If you want to select a song from a USB ash drive, you must rst connect the USB ash drive to the TD (p. 9).

NOTE

If you have recorded your drum performance along with a song, this data will be lost when changing songs.

1. Press the [SONG] button.

The button will light, and the SONG screen will appear.

Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to switch between internal songs (Internal) and songs (or folder names) on the USB ash drive.

MEMO

For details on how to select a folder, refer to “Selecting a Folder” (p. 28).

2. Use the value dial or the [F1] ( )/[F2] ( )

buttons to select a song.

About the SONG screen

Playing the Song

1. Use the following buttons to play back the song.

Button Function

] Play/stop song

[

)

[F1] (

[F2] (

)

[F3] (DRUM) Drum track on/o

(*) You can’t fast-forward or rewind a song that contains a drum

track.

2. To stop, press the [ ] button.

The [ ] button will go dark, and song playback will stop.

MEMO

• In the DRUM KIT screen, you can hold down the [SONG] button and press the [ ] button to play/ stop the song.

• If you press the [SONG]/[EXIT]/[DRUM KIT] button, you will return to the DRUM KIT screen but the song will continue playing.

Selects the previous song.

Hold down to rewind the song. (*)

Selects the next song.

Hold down to fast-forward the song. (*)

This symbol is shown while the song is playing.

Song name

This is the name of the currently selected song.

Song playback speed (p. 28)

Loop on/o (p. 28)

Song number

This is the number of the currently selected song.

Elapsed time

Song playback position

Performing Along with a Song

Changing the Song Settings

1. In the SONG screen, press the [MENU] button.

The SONG MENU screen will appear.

2. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) or the [MENU]

button to scroll the screen.

3. Press the [F1]–[F3] buttons to select the menu

item whose settings you want to change, and use the value dial to edit the value.

Button Value Description

[F1] (VOLUME) 0–100 Song volume

[F2] (SPEED) 80–120 %

Species the repeat playback setting (p. 29).

[F3] (A-B)

[F1] (LOOP)

[F2] (FOLDER)

[F3] (INFO) Displays information about the song (p. 29).

If you press this while making the setting, repeat playback will be turned o.

(*)

OFF

Selects a folder within the USB ash drive (p. 28).

Song playback tempo (*)

When the song has played back to the end, playback will return to the beginning of the song and continue.

Playback will stop when the song has played back to the end.

Selecting a Folder

1. In the SONG MENU screen, press the [F2]

(FOLDER) button.

The FOLDER SELECTION screen will appear.

2. Select a folder.

Button Description

Cursor buttons

/ )/

(

Value dial

[F1] (BACK) Show the higher-level folder.

[F2] (OPEN) Show the lower-level folder.

3. Press the [F3] (OK) button to conrm your choice

of folder.

MEMO

The les and folders in the folder you selected will play back.

Select a folder.

(*) This function is not available for songs that contain a drum

track.

4. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to

the SONG screen.

Repeatedly Playing a Specied Region (A-B Repeat)

You can use the “A-B Repeat” function to repeatedly play back a specied region.

A B

Performing Along with a Song

4. At the location where you want to stop

repeating, press the [F3] (SET B) button.

The “B” character will light, and the song will continue repeating between “A” and “B.”

Repeat

NOTE

This setting cannot be made if the repeat region is too short.

1. Select a song and play it back.

2. In the SONG MENU screen, press the [F3] (A-B)

button.

The A-B REPEAT screen will appear, and the character “A” will blink.

Rewind Fast-forward

MEMO

You can use the [F1] ( forward/rewind the song.

)/[F2] ( ) buttons to fast-

3. At the location where you want to start

repeating, press the [F3] (SET A) button.

The “A” character will light, and the “B” character will blink.

If you want to respecify the region, press the [F3] (RESET) button.

If you press the [F1] (CANCEL) button, conventional playback will resume and the A-B REPEAT screen will close.

Viewing Song Information

1. In the SONG MENU screen, press the [F3] (INFO)

button.

The SONG INFORMATION screen will appear.

Song name

Display Description

Length Song playback duration

Size File size

Volume Song volume (p. 28)

Loop Song playback type (p. 28)

2. Press the [F3] (OK) button to close the screen.

Performing Along with a Song

Play Along with a Song and Record Your Performance (QUICK REC)

Here’s how you can play the drums along with a song and record your performance.

* You must rst select the drum kit and song that you

want to use for practicing (performing).

* The sound from the MIX IN jack will not be recorded.

1. In the SONG screen, select a song.

2. Press the [ ] (QUICK REC) button.

The QUICK REC screen will appear, and the TD will be in record-standby mode.

3. Press the [ ] button to begin recording.

Where the recorded data is exported

When a USB ash drive is connected, your recorded data is automatically exported to the USB ash drive. Only the ve most recent recorded performances will be exported as SMF data (p. 14).

The recorded data is saved in the following folder of the USB ash drive.

Roland

TD-15 or TD-11

Backup

Kit

QUICK REC SONG_01.MID

SONG_02.MID SONG_03.MID SONG_04.MID SONG_05.MID

* When recording begins, the previous recording will

be completely erased.

4. Play the drums along with the song.

5. Press the [ ] button to stop recording.

6. Once again press the [ ] button.

The recorded performance will play back.

7. Press the [ ] button to stop playback.

Practicing in Coach Mode

The TD’s Coach mode is a unique set of exercises specically designed to help build speed, accuracy and stamina, as well as develop better timing skills.

Throughout the Coach modes, you will discover that some of them have programmable parameters, allowing you to adapt the functions to your specic needs.

Selecting a Practice Menu

1. Press the [COACH] button so it’s lit.

The COACH MENU screen will appear.

2. Select a menu item, and start practicing.

When you press a button, the corresponding practice menu item will start immediately.

Button Menu item Description

[F1] TIME CHECK (p. 31)

[F2] QUIET COUNT (p. 32)

[F3] WARM UPS (p. 32)

Strengthens your ability to play accurate rhythms.

Strengthens your ability to maintain the tempo internally.

When you want to get warmed up before you begin practicing.

Correctly Playing in Time with the Beat (TIME CHECK)

This mode lets you practice playing accurately along with the metronome.

Start practicing

In the COACH MENU screen, press the [F1] (TIME CHECK) button; practice will start immediately.

1. Strike the pad in time with the metronome.

The percentage of your strikes that were played with accurate timing is displayed as a “%” value.

The screen will indicate whether your pad strikes match the beat sounded by the metronome.

Scoring

If Score (p. 31) is “ON,” the Time Check will automatically end when you’ve nished practicing the specied number of measures. Then your performance will be scored, and the results will appear in the screen.

Operations common to Coach mode

Basic operations (e.g., changing the tempo, and starting/ stopping) are the same in each of the three Coach mode items.

Operation Button/Dial

Change the tempo

Start

Stop

Make settings [F2] (SETUP)

Exit Coach mode [COACH]

When using Warm Ups, you can pause by pressing the [F3] (PAUSE) button.

Value dial

[F3] (START)/[

[F1] (STOP)/[

]

Settings

In the TIME CHECK screen, press the [F2] (SETUP) button to access the settings screen.

Parameter Value Description

Species whether the score will be shown in the screen.

Your performance will not be scored. Only the timing will be checked.

The score will be shown in the screen. You can also specify the number of measures you’ll practice before being scored.

Score

Grade

OFF

(4, 8, 16, 32 meas)

Species the strictness of scoring.

EASY Normal

HARD Timing will be checked more strictly.

Practicing in Coach Mode

Parameter Value Description

Display 1

Display 2

Gauge

In the screen, select the pad for which a timing graph will be shown.

LEFT BEHIND

LEFT AHEAD

* You can press the [F2] (METRO) button to make

metronome settings (p. 13).

The left side of the timing graph is shown as BEHIND (late).

The left side of the timing graph is shown as AHEAD (early).

Developing Internal Timing Sense (QUIET COUNT)

This mode will help you develop a good sense of time/ tempo.

For the rst few measures, the metronome will sound at the specied volume; over the next few measures, the volume will diminish until it is nearly inaudible. This cycle of several measures will continue until you stop it.

Start practicing

In the COACH MENU screen, press the [F2] (QUIET COUNT) button; practice will start immediately.

1. Strike the pads in time with the metronome.

• The metronome will sound during the rst few measures. When you reach the last measure during which the metronome will sound, the screen will indicate “Ready.”

Settings

In the QUIET COUNT screen, press the [F2] (SETUP) button to access the settings screen.

Parameter Value Description

Measures

Quiet

2, 4, 8, 16 (Measures)

Of the measures specied by “Measures,” this setting species the length of the measures that will be “Quiet.”

RANDOM

1, 2, 4

* You can press the [F2] (METRO) button to make

metronome settings (p. 13).

Specify the length (measures) of the interval for which the metronome will alternate between “Sounding” and “Quiet.”

The length of the Quiet interval will randomly change each time.

Species the length (number of measures) of the Quiet interval.

* This setting cannot be longer than half

of the Measures value.

WARM UPS

In this mode you’ll successively practice steps 1–3, be graded on your performance at each step, and then receive a nal evaluation.

You can choose one of three courses, ranging from easy to dicult. You can also adjust the tempo according to your level of skill.

MEMO

After you’ve started WARM UPS, you can press the [F3] (PAUSE) button to pause the WARM UPS.

• When the metronome stops sounding, the screen indication will change to “Quiet.” Continue striking the pads during this time.

• After the Quiet region, the proportion of your strikes that were played at an accurate tempo are shown as a “%” value.

To resume practicing, press the [F3] (START) button once again.

If you’re nished with WARM UPS, press the [F1] (STOP) button.

Practicing in Coach Mode

Step 1: Change-Up

In this step, the rhythm type will change every two measures.

Starting from half notes, the note values will gradually become shorter, and will then return to half notes; this change in rhythms will be repeated.

Step 2: Auto Up/Down

The tempo will gradually be raised and lowered.

The tempo will increase by 1 BPM (beat-per-minute) for each beat until the metronome reaches the upper limit; then the tempo will continue slowing down by 1 BPM until it reaches the initial tempo.

* Auto Up/Down will be executed if Duration(p. 33) is 10

MINS or 15 MINS.

* The current tempo value will be the lower tempo

limit.

MEMO

While practicing, you can press the [F1] (SET MAX) button to specify the current tempo as the upper limit; if you press the [F1] (CLR MAX) button, the upper tempo limit will return to 260.

Overall evaluation

This grades your performance at each step, and displays the overall evaluation.

Evaluation

(display)

EXCELLENT!, VERY GOOD!, GOOD, AVERAGE, START OVER

Settings

In the WARM UPS screen, press the [F2] (SETUP) button to access the settings screen.

Parameter

Duration

Value Description

Species the time.

5 MINS

10 MINS

15 MINS

Step 1: Selects the pattern by which the rhythm will vary during Change-up.

Time required: 5 minutes

Change-Up: 2 minutes Time Check: 3 minutes

Time required: 10 minutes

Change-Up: 3 minutes Auto Up/Down: 3 minutes Time Check: 4 minutes

Time required: 15 minutes

Change-Up: 5 minutes Auto Up/Down:5 minutes Time Check: 5 minutes

Step 3:Time Check

At this step, the accuracy of your playing will be checked against the metronome. You can see in the screen if you are ahead, behind or on the beat.

ChangeUp

Max Tempo

Step 2: Species the upper tempo limit during step 2: Auto Up/Down.

* You can press the [F2] (METRO) button to make

metronome settings (p. 13).

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Parameters that apply to the entire TD, such as the metronome settings and the pad sensitivity, are called “system parameters.”

Here we’ll explain the procedure for setting the system parameters, and what each parameter does.

Basic procedure

1. In the DRUM KIT screen (p. 11), press the [MENU] button.

The KIT MENU screen will appear.

2. Press the ( ) cursor button to scroll the screen until the SYSTEM icon appears.

3. Press the [F3] (SYSTEM) button.

The SYSTEM screen will appear.

4. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select the desired menu of settings.

The following menus are available.

Menu Description Page

Options

Metronome Metronome settings p. 36

Pad Control

MIDI MIDI-related settings p. 37

USB Memory Using a USB ash drive p. 38

Pad Settings Pad settings p. 41

Information View information about the TD itself p. 46

Factory Reset Reset the TD to its factory settings p. 46

Settings for display contrast and power (Auto O)

Settings for the pads connected to the TRIGGER IN AUX jack

p. 35

p. 36

5. Press the [F3] (ENTER) button.

Make the appropriate settings for each menu.

6. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select a parameter, and use the value dial to change the value of the

parameter.

7. Press the [EXIT] button several times to return to the DRUM KIT screen.

Overall Settings for the TD (Options)

For details on the procedure, refer to “Basic procedure” (p. 34).

Parameter Value Description

Adjusts the contrast of the display.

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Display Contrast 1–10

Display Brightness 1–10 Adjusts the brightness of the display.

You can make the ring of the value dial light up in synchronization with your performance.

OFF The ring will not light.

Illumination Ring

Illumination Kit Buttons

Auto O

USB Audio Volume 0–100

Write Protect OFF, ON If the Write Protect setting is ON, it will not be possible to save any settings.

DYNAMIC The ring will light according to the dynamics of your playing.

KICK The ring will light when you play the kick drum.

TEMPO The ring will light in synchronization with the tempo setting.

You can make the [DRUM KIT] buttons light up.

OFF The [DRUM KIT] buttons will not light.

ON The [DRUM KIT] buttons will light.

When shipped from the factory, the TD is set to automatically power-o when 30 minutes have elapsed since it was last played or operated. Approximately ve minutes before the power turns o, a message will appear in the display.

10 MINS The power will turn o automatically when 10 minutes have elapsed.

30 MINS The power will turn o automatically when 30 minutes have elapsed.

4 HOURS The power will turn o automatically when four hours have elapsed.

OFF The power will not turn o automatically.

MEMO

In the DRUM KIT screen, you can adjust this by holding down the [MENU] button and turning the value dial.

Adjusts the volume when using the TD to listen to audio data played back from your computer.

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Metronome Setup (Metronome)

1. In step 4 of the basic procedure (p. 34), choose

“Metronome” and press the [F3] (ENTER) button to access the METRONOME SETUP screen.

2. From the following list, select the item that you

want to set.

Button Description

[F1] (TIMSIG) Set the time signature of the metronome.

[F2] (SOUND) Set the volume of the metronome.

Use incoming MIDI messages from

[F3] (MIDI)

3. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select a

parameter, and use the value dial to edit the setting.

Parameter Value Description

TIMSIG

Beat 1–9

Rhythm Type

SOUND

Sound 15 types Metronome tone

Volume 0–10 Metronome volume

Pan L15–R15 Metronome panning

Output

your DAW software etc. to sound the metronome.

Metronome time signature

Half notes, quarter notes, eighth notes, eighth note triplets, sixteenth notes (shown as a note symbol)

OUTPUT+ PHONES, PHONES ONLY

Metronome interval

Metronome output destination

Using a Pad as a Switch (Pad Control)

A pad connected to the TRIGGER IN AUX jack can function as a switch to change drum kits or to start/stop a song.

* This setting is valid only in the DRUM KIT screen and

the SONG screen.

NOTE

You must select the correct pad type (p. 41) for the pad that’s connected.

1. In step 4 of the basic procedure (p. 34), choose

“Pad Control” and press the [F3] (ENTER) button to access the PAD CONTROL screen.

2. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to move the cursor

to “AUX Head” or “AUX Rim.”

AUX Head

AUX Rim

3. Use the value dial to select the function that you

want to control.

Function Description

OFF Disables the pad control function.

KIT+ Selects the next kit.

KIT- Selects the previous kit.

SONG PLAY Starts song playback.

SONG STOP Stops song playback.

SONG PLAY/ STOP

TAP TEMPO

Starts/stops song playback each time you strike the pad.

Set the tempo according to the interval at which you strike the pad.

MIDI

MIDI Channel OFF, 1–16

Note# Accent 0 (C-1)–127 (G9)

Note# Normal 0 (C-1)–127 (G9)

MIDI channel that will sound the metronome

Note number for the rst beat

Note number for subsequent beats

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

MIDI-Related Settings (MIDI)

Here you can set MIDI settings for the entire TD.

There are many possibilities when using MIDI, such as:

Use the pads to play external MIDI instruments

You can layer sounds on the TD as well as play sounds from MIDI sound modules and samplers.

Use the TD as a sound module

Using the DAW software, you can use the TD as a dedicated drum sound module.

For details on the procedure, refer to “Basic procedure” (p. 34).

Parameter Value Description

Std MIDI Setup Lock OFF, ON Turn this ON if you’re using V-Drums Friend Jam or V-Drums Tutor (sold separately) (p. 47).

MIDI Channel OFF, 1–16 Species the transmit/receive channel

Species whether the TD’s pads will be connected to the internal sound generator (ON) or disconnected from the internal sound generator (OFF).

Normally you will leave this “ON.” However, you should choose the “OFF” setting when you’re using the TD’s pads only to control an external sound module, or when using the TD in conjunction with DAW software on your computer.

Local Control OFF, ON

Using Local Control

When using the TD in conjunction with your DAW software, the notes you play by striking the pads might be sounded in duplicate together with the notes that are “echoedback” by your DAW software.

DAW software on your computer

Recording

MIDI Thru: ON

Local Control: OFF

Pad

Internal

Sound

Generator

Note Chase OFF, ON

Prog Change Tx OFF, ON

Prog Change Rx OFF, ON

If this occurs, set Local Control to the “OFF” setting so that the TD’s pads will be disconnected from the internal sound generator, allowing you to use the TD in conjunction with the DAW software on your computer as shown in the illustration.

If this function is “ON,” incoming MIDI data that matches a pad’s assignment will cause the screen to show the edit screen of the instrument used by that pad, or cause the cursor to move.

Species whether program change messages will be transmitted (ON) or not transmitted (OFF).

If this is “ON,” a program number will be transmitted when you switch drum kits on the TD.

Species whether program change messages arriving from DAW software on your computer will be received (ON) or ignored (OFF).

If this is “ON,” incoming program changes will select the drum kit of the corresponding number.

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Using USB Flash Drive (USB Memory)

1. First connect your USB ash drive to the TD (p. 9).

2. In step 4 of the basic procedure (p. 34), choose

“USB Memory” and then press the [F3] (ENTER) button to access the USB MEMORY screen.

1. Proceed up through step 4 on p. 38.

2. Use the value dial to select the save-destination

number.

Next you can assign a name to the data that will be saved.

If you don’t need to assign a name, proceed to step 10.

3. Press the [F2] (NAME) button.

The SAVE screen will appear.

You can assign a name of up to eight characters.

3. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select the

desired menu item.

You can choose from the following menu items.

Menu Description Page

Save Backup Save data to the USB ash drive. p. 38

Load Backup

Delete Data

Information

Format Format the USB ash drive. p. 40

Load data from the USB ash drive into the TD.

Delete data from the USB ash drive.

View information about the USB ash drive.

4. Press the [F3] (ENTER) button.

Make settings as appropriate for the selected menu item.

Saving Data to a USB Flash Drive (Save Backup)

Here’s how to save TD data to a USB ash drive.

Data that will be saved

• All drum kits

• System settings

p. 39

p. 40

4. Press the [F1] ( ) or [F2] ( ) button to move the

cursor to the character that you want to change.

5. Use the value dial to change the character.

Here you can hold down the [F3] (DEL/INS) button and use the [F1][F2]buttons to delete or insert a character.

Button Description

[F3] + [F1] (DELETE)

[F3] + [F2] (INSERT)

Deletes the character at the cursor location, and moves the subsequent characters one place to the left.

Inserts a space at the cursor location and moves the subsequent characters one place to the right.

6. When you’ve assigned a name, press the [EXIT]

button to return to the previous screen.

7. Press the [F3] (SAVE) button.

* If you select a number in which data has already

been saved, and then press the [F3] (SAVE) button, a conrmation message will appear, asking you whether you really want to overwrite the data. If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL) button and then reselect the save-destination number. If it is OK to overwrite the existing data, press the [F3] (OK) button.

When the data has been saved, the screen will indicate “Completed.”

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Loading Data from a USB Flash Drive Back into the TD (Load Backup)

Data you’ve saved on a USB ash drive can be loaded back into the TD.

NOTE

• All data and settings in the TD will be overwritten.

• You can’t load data if “Write Protect” (p. 35) is turned ON.

1. Proceed up through step 4 on p. 38.

2. Use the value dial to select the data that you

want to load.

3. Press the [F3] (LOAD) button.

A conrmation message will appear.

Deleting Data from a USB Flash Drive (Delete Data)

Here’s how to delete data that’s been saved on a USB ash drive.

1. Proceed up through step 4 on p. 38.

2. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to choose “Data

Type,” and then use the value dial to choose the type of data that you want to delete.

Data type Description

1 KIT A drum kit saved by “1 KIT SAVE” (p. 24)

BACKUP Backup data

3. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to choose “File,”

and then use the value dial to select the number of the data that you want to delete.

If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL) button.

4. To load the data, press the [F3] (OK) button.

When the data has been loaded, the screen will indicate “Completed.”

4. Press the [F3] (DELETE) button.

A conrmation message will appear.

If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL) button.

5. To delete the data, press the [F3] (OK) button.

When the backup data has been deleted, the screen will indicate “Completed.”

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Viewing Information About the USB Flash Drive (Information)

Here’s how to view information about the USB ash drive.

Parameter Description

Backups Number of data backups

Kits Number of saved drum kits

Size Used

1. Proceed up through step 4 on p. 38.

2. When you’ve viewed the information, press the

[F3] (OK) button to close the screen.

Amount of memory used on the USB ash drive

Formatting a USB Flash Drive (Format)

NOTE

When you execute the Format operation, all data on the USB ash drive will be erased.

1. Proceed up through step 4 on p. 38.

2. Press the [F3] (FORMAT) button.

A conrmation message will appear.

If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL) button.

3. If you’re sure that you want to format the USB

ash drive, press the [F3] (OK) button.

Once again, a conrmation message will appear.

If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL) button.

4. If you’re sure that you want to format the USB

ash drive, press the [F3] (OK) button.

When formatting has been completed, the screen will indicate “Completed.”

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Optimizing the Pad Settings (Pad Settings)

1. In step 4 of the basic procedure (p. 34), choose “Pad Settings” and then press the [F3] (ENTER) button to access

the PAD SETTINGS screen.

2. Choose one of the following items to edit.

Button Description Page

[F1] (TYPE) Specify the type of pad p. 41

[F2] (BASIC) Adjust the pad sensitivity p. 42

[F3] (ADVNCD) Make advanced settings for the trigger parameters p. 43

3. Strike a pad to select the pad for which to make settings.

4. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select a parameter, and use the value dial to edit the value.

Specifying the Type of Pad [F1] (TYPE)

You can select the type of pad you’re using (Pad Type) so the TD will accurately receive the signal from the pad.

Parameter Value Description

The pad type is a collection of parameters optimized for

KD-7, KD-8, KD-9, KD-120, KD-140,

Pad Type

The following pads should be connected to the “SNR,” “T1–3,” or “AUX” trigger input.

If these pads are connected to any other trigger input, the signal of a rim strike will not be detected correctly.

Pads

PD-8, PD-85, PD-105, PD-108, PD-125, PD-128, PDX-6, PDX-8, PDX100, CY-5, CY-8, CY-12C, CY-13R, CY-14C, CY-15R, VH-11, RT-10K, RT-10S, RT-10T

PD-85, PD-105, PD-108, PD-125, PD-128, PDX-6, PDX-8, PDX-100, RT-10S

specic models of pad.

If you select the appropriate trigger type for each pad you’ve connected, all parameters (except for Crosstalk Cancel) will be set to the optimal values.

However, these are only the typical values, so you may need to make ne adjustments according to how you’ve attached the pads or the way in which you’re using them.

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Setting the Pad Sensitivity [F2] (BASIC)

When you specify the pad type (p. 41), the following settings (basic trigger

parameters) are automatically set to the values appropriate for each pad, meaning that you will normally not need to adjust them. If you wish to make detailed adjustments, you can edit the following parameters for each pad.

MEMO

The velocity monitor at the left of the screen indicates the velocity.

Parameter Value Description

Pad Type Refer to p. 41.

You can adjust the sensitivity of the pads to accommodate your personal playing style.

Sensitivity 1–32

Threshold 0–31

This setting allows you to control the relation between playing velocity (striking force) and changes in volume. Adjust this curve until the response feels as natural as possible.

This allows you to have more dynamic control over the sound volume, based on how hard you play.

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.

This setting allows a trigger signal to be received only when the pad is above a determined dynamic level (velocity). This can be used to prevent a pad from sounding because of vibrations from other pads.

In the example at the right, B will sound but A and C will not sound.

When set to a higher value, no sound is produced when the pad is struck lightly.

Gradually raise the “Threshold” value while striking the pad.

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

Threshold

A B C

Volume

Curve

LINEAR

EXP1, EXP2

LOG1, LOG2 Compared to LINEAR, a soft playing produces a greater change.

SPLINE Extreme changes are made in response to playing dynamics.

LOUD1, LOUD2

The standard setting. This produces the most natural correspondence between playing dynamics and volume change.

Compared to LINEAR, strong dynamics produce a greater change.

Very little dynamic response, making it easy to maintain strong volume levels. If you’re using a drum trigger as an external pad, these settings will produce reliable triggering.

Playing Dynamics

Volume Volume

Playing Dynamics

Volume Volume

Playing Dynamics

Volume

Playing Dynamics

Volume Volume

Playing Dynamics

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Advanced Settings for the Trigger Parameters [F3] (ADVNCD)

When you specify the Pad Type (p. 41), the settings in this screen (advanced trigger parameters) will automatically be set to the values that are most suitable for that type of pad; this means that with the exception of crosstalk cancellation, you will normally not need to edit these settings.

You should make ne adjustments to these parameters for each pad only if you experience the problems described in the explanation of each parameter.

1. Press one of the [F1]–[F3] buttons to select the item that you want to edit.

2. Strike a pad to specify the pad whose settings you want to edit.

3. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select a parameter.

4. Use the value dial to edit the value.

[F1] (SCAN)

Parameter Value Description

Pad Type Refer to p. 41.

Species the detection time for the trigger signal.

Since the rise time of the trigger signal waveform may dier slightly depending on the characteristics of each pad or acoustic drum trigger (drum pickup), you may notice that identical hits (velocity) may produce sound at dierent volumes. If this occurs, you can adjust the “Scan Time” so that your way of

Scan Time 0–4.0 (ms)

Retrig Cancel 1–16

playing can be detected more precisely.

While repeatedly hitting the pad at a constant force, gradually raise the Scan Time value from “0,” until the resulting volume stabilizes at the loudest level. At this setting, try both soft and loud hits, 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.

This setting prevents spurious re-triggering.

Important if you are using acoustic drum triggers. Such triggers can produce altered waveforms, which may also cause inadvertent sounding at Point A in the gure (Re-trigger).

This occurs in particular at the decaying edge of the waveform. Retrig Cancel detects such distortion in and prevents re-triggering from occurring.

While repeatedly striking the pad, raise the “Retrig Cancel” value until re-triggering no longer occurs.

* Although setting this to a high value prevents re-triggering, 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 re-triggering.

MEMO

You can also eliminate this problem of re-triggering with the Mask Time setting (p. 44). Mask Time does not detect trigger signals if they occur within the specied amount of time after the previous trigger signal was received. Retrig 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.

Scan Time

Time

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Parameter Value Description

This setting prevents double triggering.

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—is 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 hit, any additional trigger signals occurring within

Mask Time 0–64 (ms)

Xtalk Cancel 0–80

the specied “Mask Time” (0–64 msec) 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.

* When set to a high value, it will be dicult to play very quickly. Set this to as low a value as you can.

MEMO

If two or more sounds are being produced when you hit the head just once, then adjust Retrig Cancel (p. 43).

This setting cancels “crosstalk,” which means that when you play one pad you hear a sound coming from another pad. This can happen when two pads are installed on the same stand.

In some cases you can prevent crosstalk by increasing the distance between the two mounted pads.

Crosstalk Example: If you hit the snare pad and the tom 1 also sounds

While striking the Snare pad, gradually increase the “Xtalk Cancel” value for the tom 1 pad until the tom 1 pad no longer sounds when you hit the Snare pad. If you raise the “Xtalk Cancel” higher, the tom 1 pad will be less prone to receive crosstalk from other pads.

* If the value is set too high, and two pads are played simultaneously, the one that is struck less forcefully

may not sound. Be careful and set this parameter to the minimum value required to prevent crosstalk.

Mask Time

Time

Sound not produced

[F2] (RIM)

Parameter Value Description

Trig Type Refer to p. 41.

Rim Gain 0–8.0

Head/Rim Adj 0–80

Xstick Adj -9–+9

[F3] (HIHAT)

Parameter Value Description

Pedal HH Sens -5–+5

When a PD-8/PD-85/PD-105/PD-108/PD-125/PD-128, PDX-6/PDX-8/PDX-100, CY series pad, VH-11, or RT-10S is connected, you can adjust the relation between your playing velocity (force) on the rim/edge and the resulting volume level.

Higher value allows the rim/edge to produce a loud volume even when played softly. Lower value will keep the rim/edge producing a low volume even when played forcefully.

When a PD-85/PD-105/PD-108/PD-125/PD-128, PDX-6/PDX-8/PDX-100, or RT-10S is connected, you can adjust the sensitivity of the head response.

There are some cases that you have a rim sound unexpectedly when you hit the head strongly. You can improve this situation with decreasing the value of “Head/Rim Adj.” When you set the value too big, it might be dicult to play the rim sound.

Species the striking force at which to switch between the cross-stick sound and the open rim shot sound.

With positive (+) settings, the cross stick sound will be heard even for strong strikes.

Adjusts the sensitivity for playing foot-close or foot-splash notes.

Positive (“+”) settings allow louder sounds to be produced even when you step lightly on the pedal.

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Connecting the VH-11 and making settings on the TD

Connections

Clutch screw

Motion sensor unit

TRIGGER OUT jack

CONTROL OUT jack

Connect the HH cable

8. Press the [F3] (ADVNCD) button, and then press

the [F3] (HIHAT) button.

The following screen will appear.

9. While you watch the meter that’s displayed in

the left side of the screen, turn the VH-11’s VH oset adjustment screw to adjust it.

Adjust the screw so that the black appears in the meter.

VH Oset Adjustment Screw

CLOSEOPEN

Connect the HHC cable

Settings

1. Make sure that the VH-11 is correctly connected

to the TD.

2. Set up the hi-hat, take your foot o the pedal,

and power-on the TD.

* It will be impossible to make the adjustment correctly

if the hi-hat is touching the motion sensor when you turn on the power.

3. Loosen the clutch screw, and allow the hi-hat to

rest naturally on top of the motion sensor unit.

4. Proceed up through step 5 of the basic

procedure (p. 34) to access the PAD SETTINGS screen.

5. Press the [F1] (TYPE) button.

6. Use the cursor buttons ( / ) to select “HH.”

7. Use the value dial to select “VH-11.”

VH Oset Adjustment Points

If the closed hi-hat sound is dicult to attain, rotate the VH oset adjustment screw towards “CLOSE.”

If the open hi-hat sound is dicult to attain, rotate the screw towards “OPEN.”

NOTE

If the sound cuts o when you strike the hi-hat forcefully, rotate the VH Oset adjustment screw towards “OPEN.”

10. Adjust other parameters as needed.

NOTE

If you don’t set up the VH-11 correctly, it may not operate correctly.

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Viewing Information About the TD (Information)

Here you can view information about the TD itself.

For details on the procedure, refer to “Basic procedure” (p. 34).

3. Press the [F3] (RESET) button.

A conrmation message will appear.

Item Description

Program Ver. System program version

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

This “factory reset” operation restores all drum kits and system settings in the TD to their factory-set state.

NOTE

• All data and settings in the TD will be lost. If the TD contains any data or settings that you want to keep, you must save them to a USB ash drive before you proceed (p. 38).

• This operation cannot be executed if “Write Protect” (p. 35) is ON.

1. In step 4 of the basic procedure (p. 34), choose

“Factory Reset” and then press the [F3] (ENTER) button to access the FACTORY RESET screen.

If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL) button.

4. If you’re sure you want to execute the factory

reset, press the [F3] (OK) button.

Once again, a conrmation message will appear.

If you decide to cancel, press the [F1] (CANCEL) button.

5. If you’re sure you want to execute the factory

reset, press the [F3] (OK) button.

When the factory reset has been completed, the screen will indicate “Completed.”

2. Use the value dial to select the type of data that

you want to reset.

Parameter Value Description

ALL KITS All kits

Target

SYSTEM System settings

ALL All data

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

If you use a commercially available USB cable to connect the TD’s COMPUTER port to a USB port of your computer, sound played back by your computer can be heard through the TD, and sounds played by the TD can be recorded on your computer.

You’ll also be able to use software such as V-Drums Friend Jam and V-Drums Tutor to enjoyably practice your drumming.

What is V-Drums Friend Jam?

V-Drums Friend Jam is a drummer’s social networking tool that lets you use the V-Drums and your

computer to enjoy practicing/competing with friends around the world. Practice songs can be automatically downloaded from the internet, and are also linked with Twitter.

Access http://vdru.ms/ and download it!

What is V-Drums Tutor?

The V-Drums Tutor (sold separately) is a drumming practice software designed to be used with Roland V-Drums, making your practice time simple, enjoyable, challenging and eective.

Installing the USB Driver

Before connecting the TD to your computer, you must rst install the USB driver.

1. Install the USB driver in your computer.

The dedicated driver for the TD-15 and TD-11 is included in the attached CD-ROM, or you can download it from the Roland website.

Roland website

http://www.roland.com/

For the operating requirements, refer to the Roland website. The driver program and installation procedure will dier depending on your system. Please carefully read the Readme.htm included with the les you downloaded.

Connecting the TD to the Computer

1. Use a commercially available USB cable to

connect the COMPUTER port located on the TD’s top panel with your computer’s USB port.

USB cable

* Use a USB cable that supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.

Troubleshooting

If you don’t hear sound, or if the system does not operate as you expect, please check the following points rst.

If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Problem Items to check Action Page

Is the connection cable correctly con-

No sound

USB ash drive is not recognized

Songs saved on the USB ash drive will not play back correctly

Can’t save the TD’s data to a USB ash drive

Can’t play back MP3/WAV les

Can’t correctly set the A-B repeat times

Computer does not recognize the TD

nected to the TRIGGER INPUT connector?

Are the cables correctly connected to each pad and pedal?

Are the cables correctly connected to the TD’s OUTPUT jacks?

Are the cables correctly connected to the input jacks of your amp or audio system?

Could there be a problem with the connection cables?

Could the [VOLUME] knob be turned all the way to the left?

Have you made the correct input selection setting on your amp or audio system?

Are the volume settings of your amp or audio system appropriate?

Check the type of USB ash drive.

Check the format of the USB ash drive.

Is there sucient free space on the USB ash drive?

Does the TD support the sampling frequency and bit rate of the MP3 le, or the sampling frequency and bit depth of the WAV le?

Playback may be unable to keep up if you raise the playback speed or change the pitch of a high bit-rate MP3.

It’s not possible to set the “A” and “B” times any closer than one second.

When using an MP3 le, it might not be possible to play back the A-B repeat region correctly.

Is the TD correctly connected to your computer?

Is the USB driver installed?

Make sure that the USB cable connecting the TD to your computer’s USB port is compatible with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.

Check the connections.

Try using other cables. —

Try raising the volume of the TD.

If you’re using the TD-15, check the side panel [VOLUME] knob as well.

Check your amp or audio system. —

Try raising the volume of your amp or audio system.

Use a USB ash drive sold by Roland. We cannot guarantee correct operation if any other product is used.

The TD can use USB ash drives that are formatted in FAT format.

Reformat the USB ash drive using the TD.

Delete unneeded les from the USB ash drive, or use a higher-capacity USB ash drive.

Use MP3 les that the TD supports. p. 26

Make sure that there is at least one second between the two times.

Check the connection to your computer.

You must rst install the USB driver in your computer.

Use a computer and cable that support USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.

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p. 8

p. 7

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p. 40

p. 39

—

p. 29

p. 47

Error Messages

If an error message is displayed in the TD’s screen, the TD was unable to operate correctly or was operated inappropriately. Take the appropriate action listed below.

Message Meaning Action

Error messages related to MIDI

MIDI buer full.

MIDI Tx buer full.

Error messages related to USB

USB memory full.

Check the USB memory. The USB ash drive is not working correctly. Check the USB ash drive.

Could not read this le.

Unsupported format.

USB device error.

USB memory busy.

Error messages related to the TD’s internal memory

Internal memory full.

Error messages related to the system

Device error. There is a problem with the internal system.

A large amount of MIDI messages was received in a short time, and the TD was unable to process them.

More data was being transmitted from the TD than could be sent correctly from the MIDI OUT connector.

The USB ash drive does not have enough free space.

The specied data does not exist on the USB ash drive. Alternatively, the saved data has been damaged.

The le format or song format is one that the TD cannot read.

Either the connected USB ash drive is one that the TD cannot use, or a foreign object has entered the MEMORY port and caused an electrical short.

Data could not be read fast enough from the USB ash drive.

The QUICK REC storage capacity is full, and recording has stopped.

Reduce the amount of MIDI messages being transmitted to the TD.

Reduce the amount of data being transmitted.

Either delete unneeded data, or use another USB ash drive.

Check the USB ash drive.

Check the le. For the supported song formats, refer to p. 26.

Immediately disconnect the connection, and check whether a foreign object might have entered the MEMORY port.

• If this error message appears when playing back high bit-rate MP3 data, or when you’ve raised the playback speed of MP3 data, you may be able to solve the problem by lowering the bit rate or setting the speed to normal.

• Use a USB ash drive sold by Roland.

—

Contact your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Data memory was damaged. There is a problem with internal memory. A factory reset will be executed automatically.

Other messages (* These are not errors)

If you don’t want the power to turn o, press any button or

The module will turn o soon.

USB memory is not connected here.

This page is invalid when Std MIDI Setup Lock is on.

Write Protect is ON.

Not possible if recorded drum data exists.

The power will soon turn o because of the “Auto O” setting.

A USB ash drive is not connected to the TD. Connect a USB ash drive.

If Std MIDI Setup Lock is ON, the settings of this page are ignored.

The operation cannot be executed because Write Protect is on.

This function cannot be used on an internal song that contains a drum track, or on a song in which you recorded a drum performance using the QUICK REC function.

strike a pad.

You can also disable the “Auto O” setting so that the power does not turn o automatically (p. 35).

To enable these settings, turn Std MIDI Setup Lock o (p. 37).

If you want to execute this operation, turn Write Protect o (p. 35).

When you reselect the song, the drum performance you recorded using the QUICK REC function will be erased, and you will once again be able to use this function.

Main Specications

Roland TD-15 Roland TD-11: Drum Sound Module

Drum Kits

Eect Types

Quick Rec

File Format Audio File WAV/MP3

Illumination Ring *TD-15 ONLY Dynamic, Kick, Tempo

Display 64 x 128 dots Graphic Type LCD (backlit LCD)

Connectors

Interface Hi-Speed USB (USB-MIDI, USB-AUDIO, USB Flash Drive)

Output Impedance 1.0 k ohms

Power Supply AC adaptor (DC 9 V)

Current Draw

Dimensions

Weight

Accessories

Options (sold separately)

TD-15 100

TD-11 50

Ambience (10 types)

4-Band Equalizer

Multi Eect (10 types) *TD-15 ONLY

Resolution 480 ticks per quarter note

Recording Method

Maximum Note Storage

TRIGGER INPUT connector (DB-25 type) (Kick, Snare, Tom1, Tom2, Tom3, Hi-Hat, Crash1, Ride, Ride Bell, Hi-Hat Control)

Extra Trigger Input jacks

OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R) (Stereo 1/4-inch phone type)

PHONES jack (Stereo 1/4-inch phone type)

MIX IN jack (stereo miniature phone type)

MIDI OUT connector

USB COMPUTER port

USB MEMORY port

TD-15 450 mA

TD-11 350 mA

154 (W) x 89 (D) x 225 (H) mm

6-1/16 (W) x 3-9/16 (D) x 8-7/8 (H) inches

TD-15 685 g / 1 lb 9 oz (excluding AC Adaptor)

TD-11 665 g / 1 lb 8 oz (excluding AC Adaptor)

Owner’s Manual, AC Adaptor, Special Connection Cable, Wing Bolt (M5 x 10) x 2, Sound Module Mounting Plate, CD-ROM (Play-along Audio Song/USB Driver)

Pads (PD series, PDX series), Cymbals (CY series), Kick (KD series), Hi-Hat (VH-11), Hi-Hat Control Pedal (FD series), Stand (MDS series), Cymbal Mount (MDY series), Pad Mount (MDH series), Acoustic Drum Trigger (RT series), Personal Drum Monitor: PM-10, PM-30, V-Drums Accessory Package: DAP-3, V-Drums Mat (TDM-20/TDM-10), USB Flash Drive

Real-time

approx. 30,000 Notes

TD-15 2 (CRASH2,AUX) (Stereo 1/4-inch phone type)

TD-11 1 (CRASH2) ( Stereo 1/4-inch phone type)

* In the interest of product improvement, the specications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without

prior notice.

Index

A-B repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

ADVNCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

ambience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

send . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

audio les . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Auto O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Behavior Modeling Technology . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Coach mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

copying

drum kit or pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

cross-stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 12

deleting

Delete Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

drum kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

creating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

naming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

restoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

DRUM KIT screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

eects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 28, 30

formatting

USB ash drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

FX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

FX parameter list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

information

song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

TD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

USB ash drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

INST EDIT parameter list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

instrument. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

previewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

drum kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Load Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

MENU screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 36

MIDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

MIDI note number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

muing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

multi eects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

naming

drum kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

pad

copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Pad Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

pad sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Pad Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

playing

song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

power on/o. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

previewing

instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

QUICK EDIT function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

QUICK REC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 30

recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

restoring

drum kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

rim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

saving

drum kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Save Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

selecting

song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

SEND

ambience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

snare buzz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

song

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

selecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

SONG screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

strainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

SuperNATURAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

SWITCH

multi-eect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

tempo

metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

trigger parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

USB driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

USB ash drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 26

formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

USB Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

V-Drums Friend Jam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

V-Drums Tutor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

volume

drum kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

MEMO

Information

When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below.

AFRICA

EGYPT

Al Fanny Trading O ce

9, EBN Hagar Al Askalany Street, ARD E1 Golf, Heliopolis, Cairo 11341, EGYPT TEL: (022)-417-1828

REUNION

MARCEL FO-YAM Sarl

25 Rue Jules Hermann, Chaudron - BP79 97 491 Ste Clotilde Cedex, REUNION ISLAND TEL: (0262) 218-429

SOUTH AFRICA

T.O.M.S. Sound & Music (Pty)Ltd.

2 ASTRON ROAD DENVER JOHANNESBURG ZA 2195, SOUTH AFRICA TEL: (011) 417 3400

Paul Bothner(PTY)Ltd.

Royal Cape Park, Unit 24 Londonderry Road, Ottery 7800 Cape Town, SOUTH AFRICA TEL: (021) 799 4900

ASIA

CHINA

Roland Shanghai Electronics Co.,Ltd.

5F. No.1500 Pingliang Road Shanghai 200090, CHINA TEL: (021) 5580-0800

Roland Shanghai Electronics Co.,Ltd. (BEIJING OFFICE)

3F, Soluxe Fortune Building 63 West Dawang Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, CHINA TEL: (010) 5960-2565

HONG KONG

Tom Lee Music

11/F Silvercord Tower 1 30 Canton Rd Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, HONG KONG TEL: 852-2737-7688

Parsons Music Ltd.

8th Floor, Railway Plaza, 39 Chatham Road South, T.S.T, Kowloon, HONG KONG TEL: 852-2333-1863

INDIA

Rivera Digitec (India) Pvt. Ltd.

411, Nirman Kendra Mahalaxmi Flats Compound O . Dr. Edwin Moses Road, Mumbai-400011, INDIA TEL: (022) 2493 9051

INDONESIA

PT. Citra Intirama

Ruko Garden Shopping Arcade Unit 8 CR, Podomoro City Jl.Letjend. S.Parman Kav.28 Jakarta Barat 11470, INDONESIA TEL: (021) 5698-5519/5520

KOREA

Cosmos Corporation

1461-9, Seocho-Dong, Seocho Ku, Seoul, KOREA TEL: (02) 3486-8855

MALAYSIA/ SINGAPORE

Roland Asia Paci c Sdn. Bhd.

45-1, Block C2, Jalan PJU 1/39, Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, MALAYSIA TEL: (03) 7805-3263

PHILIPPINES

G.A. Yupangco & Co. Inc.

339 Gil J. Puyat Avenue Makati, Metro Manila 1200, PHILIPPINES TEL: (02) 899 9801

TAIWAN

ROLAND TAIWAN ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.

9F-5, No. 112 Chung Shan North Road Sec. 2 Taipei 104, TAIWAN R.O.C. TEL: (02) 2561 3339

THAILAND

Theera Music Co. , Ltd.

100-108 Soi Verng Nakornkasem, New Road,Sumpantawong, Bangkok 10100, THAILAND TEL: (02) 224-8821

VIET NAM

VIET THUONG CORPORATION

386 CACH MANG THANG TAM ST. DIST.3, HO CHI MINH CITY, VIET NAM TEL: (08) 9316540

OCEANIA

AUSTRALIA/ NEW ZEALAND

Roland Corporation Australia Pty.,Ltd.

38 Campbell Avenue Dee Why West. NSW 2099, AUSTRALIA

For Australia TEL: (02) 9982 8266 For New Zealand TEL: (09) 3098 715

CENTRAL/LATIN AMERICA

ARGENTINA

Instrumentos Musicales S.A.

Av.Santa Fe 2055 (1123) Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA TEL: (011) 4508-2700

BARBADOS

A&B Music Supplies LTD

12 Webster Industrial Park Wildey, St.Michael, BARBADOS TEL: (246) 430-1100

BRAZIL

Roland Brasil Ltda.

Rua San Jose, 211 Parque Industrial San Jose Cotia - Sao Paulo - SP, BRAZIL TEL: (011) 4615 5666

CHILE

Comercial Fancy II S.A.

Rut.: 96.919.420-1 Nataniel Cox #739, 4th Floor Santiago - Centro, CHILE TEL: (02) 688-9540

COLOMBIA

Centro Musical Ltda.

Cra 43 B No 25 A 41 Bododega 9 Medellin, COLOMBIA TEL: (574) 3812529

COSTA RICA

JUAN Bansbach Instrumentos Musicales

Ave.1. Calle 11, Apartado 10237, San Jose, COSTA RICA TEL: 258-0211

CURACAO

Zeelandia Music Center Inc.

Orionweg 30 Curacao, Netherland Antilles TEL: (305) 5926866

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Instrumentos Fernando Giraldez

Calle Proyecto Central No.3 Ens.La Esperilla Santo Domingo, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC TEL: (809) 683 0305

ECUADOR

Mas Musika

Rumichaca 822 y Zaruma Guayaquil - ECUADOR TEL: (593-4) 2302364

EL SALVADOR

OMNI MUSIC

75 Avenida Norte y Final Alameda Juan Pablo II, Edi cio No.4010 San Salvador, EL SALVADOR TEL: 262-0788

GUATEMALA

Casa Instrumental

Calzada Roosevelt 34-01,zona 11 Ciudad de Guatemala, GUATEMALA TEL: (502) 599-2888

HONDURAS

Almacen Pajaro Azul S.A. de C.V.

BO.Paz Barahona 3 Ave.11 Calle S.O San Pedro Sula, HONDURAS TEL: (504) 553-2029

MARTINIQUE

Musique & Son

Z.I.Les Mangle 97232 Le Lamentin, MARTINIQUE F.W.I. TEL: 596 596 426860

Gigamusic SARL

10 Rte De La Folie 97200 Fort De France MARTINIQUE F.W.I. TEL: 596 596 715222

MEXICO

Casa Veerkamp, s.a. de c.v.

Av. Toluca No. 323, Col. Olivar de los Padres 01780 Mexico D.F., MEXICO TEL: (55) 5668-6699

NICARAGUA

Bansbach Instrumentos Musicales Nicaragua

Altamira D'Este Calle Principal de la Farmacia 5ta.Avenida 1 Cuadra al Lago.#503 Managua, NICARAGUA TEL: (505) 277-2557

PANAMA

SUPRO MUNDIAL, S.A.

Boulevard Andrews, Albrook, Panama City, REP. DE PANAMA TEL: 315-0101

PARAGUAY

Distribuidora De Instrumentos Musicales

J.E. Olear y ESQ. Manduvira Asuncion, PARAGUAY TEL: (595) 21 492147

PERU

Audionet

Distribuciones Musicales SAC Juan Fanning 530 Mira ores Lima - PERU TEL: (511) 4461388

TRINIDAD

AMR Ltd

Ground Floor Maritime Plaza Barataria TRINIDAD W.I. TEL: (868) 638 6385

URUGUAY

Todo Musica S.A.

Francisco Acuna de Figueroa 1771 C.P.: 11.800 Montevideo, URUGUAY TEL: (02) 924-2335

VENEZUELA

Instrumentos Musicales Allegro,C.A.

Av.las industrias edf.Guitar import #7 zona Industrial de Turumo Caracas, VENEZUELA TEL: (212) 244-1122

EUROPE

BELGIUM/FRANCE/ HOLLAND/ LUXEMBOURG

Roland Central Europe N.V.

Houtstraat 3, B-2260, Oevel (Westerlo) BELGIUM TEL: (014) 575811

CROATIA

ART-CENTAR

Degenova 3. HR - 10000 Zagreb, CROATIA TEL: (1) 466 8493

CZECH REP.

CZECH REPUBLIC DISTRIBUTOR s.r.o

Voctárova 247/16 180 00 Praha 8, CZECH REP. TEL: (2) 830 20270

DENMARK

Roland Scandinavia A/S

Skagerrakvej 7 Postbox 880 DK-2100 Copenhagen, DENMARK TEL: 3916 6200

FINLAND

Roland Scandinavia As, Filial Finland

Vanha Nurmijarventie 62 01670 Vantaa, FINLAND TEL: (0) 9 68 24 020

GERMANY/AUSTRIA

Roland Elektronische Musikinstrumente HmbH.

Oststrasse 96, 22844 Norderstedt, GERMANY TEL: (040) 52 60090

GREECE/CYPRUS

STOLLAS S.A. Music Sound Light

155, New National Road Patras 26442, GREECE TEL: 2610 435400

HUNGARY

Roland East Europe Ltd.

2045. Törökbálint, FSD Park 3. ép., HUNGARY TEL: (23) 511011

IRELAND

Roland Ireland

E2 Calmount Park, Calmount Avenue, Dublin 12, Republic of IRELAND TEL: (01) 4294444

ITALY

Roland Italy S. p. A.

Viale delle Industrie 8, 20020 Arese, Milano, ITALY TEL: (02) 937-78300

NORWAY

Roland Scandinavia Avd. Kontor Norge

Lilleakerveien 2 Postboks 95 Lilleaker N-0216 Oslo, NORWAY TEL: 2273 0074

POLAND

ROLAND POLSKA SP. Z O.O.

ul. Kty Grodziskie 16B 03-289 Warszawa, POLAND TEL: (022) 678 9512

PORTUGAL

Roland Systems Group EMEA, S.L. Branch O ce Porto

Edifício Tower Plaza Rotunda Eng. Edgar Cardoso 23, 9ºG 4400-676 Vila Nova de Gaia, PORTUGAL TEL: (+351) 22 608 00 60

ROMANIA

FBS LINES

Piata Libertatii 1, 535500 Gheorgheni, ROMANIA TEL: (266) 364 609

RUSSIA

Roland Music LLC

Dorozhnaya ul.3,korp.6 117 545 Moscow, RUSSIA TEL: (495) 981-4967

SERBIA

Music AP Ltd.

Sutjeska br. 5 XS - 24413 Palic, SERBIA TEL: (024) 539 395

SLOVAKIA

DAN Acoustic s.r.o.

Povazská 18. SK - 940 01 Nové Zámky, SLOVAKIA TEL: (035) 6424 330

SPAIN

Roland Systems Group EMEA, S.L.

Paseo García Faria, 33-35 08005 Barcelona, SPAIN TEL: 93 493 91 00

SWEDEN

Roland Scandinavia A/S SWEDISH SALES OFFICE

Mårbackagatan 31, 4 tr. SE-123 43 Farsta, SWEDEN TEL: (0) 8 683 04 30

SWITZERLAND

Roland (Switzerland) AG

Landstrasse 5, Postfach, CH-4452 Itingen, SWITZERLAND TEL: (061) 975-9987

UKRAINE

EURHYTHMICS Ltd.

P.O.Box: 37-a. Nedecey Str. 30 UA - 89600 Mukachevo, UKRAINE TEL: (03131) 414-40

UNITED KINGDOM

Roland (U.K.) Ltd.

Atlantic Close, SWANSEA SA7 9FJ, UNITED KINGDOM TEL: (01792) 702701

MIDDLE EAST

BAHRAIN

Moon Stores

No.1231&1249 Rumaytha Building Road 3931, Manama 339, BAHRAIN TEL: 17 813 942

IRAN

MOCO INC.

Jadeh Makhsous Karaj (K-9), Nakhe Zarin Ave. Jalal Street, Reza Alley No.4 Tehran 1389716791, IRAN TEL: (021)-44545370-5

ISRAEL

Halilit P. Greenspoon & Sons Ltd.

8 Retzif Ha'alia Hashnia St. Tel-Aviv-Yafo ISRAEL TEL: (03) 6823666

JORDAN

MUSIC HOUSE CO. LTD. FREDDY FOR MUSIC

P. O. Box 922846 Amman 11192, JORDAN TEL: (06) 5692696

KUWAIT

EASA HUSAIN AL-YOUSIFI & SONS CO.

Al-Yousi Service Center P.O.Box 126 (Safat) 13002, KUWAIT TEL: 00 965 802929

LEBANON

Chahine S.A.L.

George Zeidan St., Chahine Bldg., Achra eh, P.O.Box: 16-5857 Beirut, LEBANON TEL: (01) 20-1441

OMAN

TALENTZ CENTRE L.L.C.

Malatan House No.1 Al Noor Street, Ruwi SULTANATE OF OMAN TEL: 2478 3443

QATAR

AL-EMADI TRADING & CONTRACTING CO.

P.O. Box 62, Doha, QATAR TEL: 4423-554

SAUDI ARABIA

aDawliah Universal Electronics APL

Behind Pizza Inn Prince Turkey Street aDawliah Building, PO BOX 2154, Alkhobar 31952, SAUDI ARABIA TEL: (03) 8643601

SYRIA

Technical Light & Sound Center

PO Box 13520 Bldg No.49 Khaled Abn Alwalid St. Damascus, SYRIA TEL: (011) 223-5384

TURKEY

ZUHAL DIS TICARET A.S.

Galip Dede Cad. No.33 Beyoglu, Istanbul, TURKEY TEL: (0212) 249 85 10

U.A.E.

Zak Electronics & Musical Instruments Co. L.L.C.

Zabeel Road, Al Sherooq Bldg., No. 14, Ground Floor, Dubai, U.A.E. TEL: (04) 3360715

NORTH AMERICA

CANADA

Roland Canada Ltd. (Head O ce)

5480 Parkwood Way Richmond B. C., V6V 2M4, CANADA TEL: (604) 270 6626

Roland Canada Ltd. (Toronto O ce)

170 Admiral Boulevard Mississauga On L5T 2N6, CANADA TEL: (905) 362 9707

U. S. A.

Roland Corporation U.S.

5100 S. Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938, U. S. A. TEL: (323) 890 3700

As of Feb. 1, 2011 (ROLAND)

For the USA

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Compliance Information Statement

Model Name :

Type of Equipment :

Responsible Party :

Address :

Telephone :

Roland TD-11 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

IMPORTANT NOTES

Main Features

Contents

Panel Descriptions

Front Panel

Side Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

Top Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

Bottom Panel

Getting Ready to Play

Playing the Drums

Drum Kits and Instruments

Selecting a Drum Kit

Cross-Stick Function

Performance Techniques

Using the Metronome

Starting the Metronome

Changing the Metronome Tempo and Volume

Recording Your Performance (QUICK REC)

About the MENU Screens

Creating a Drum Kit

Changing the Instrument

Instrument Edit

Drum Kit Volume

Naming a Drum Kit

Changing the MIDI Note Number of Each Pad

Copying and Pasting a Drum Kit or Pad

Saving a Drum Kit to a USB Flash Drive

Saving a Drum Kit

Loading a Drum Kit from a USB Flash Drive into the TD

Restoring a Drum Kit to the Factory Settings

Performing Along with a Song

Selecting a Song

Playing the Song

Changing the Song Settings

Selecting a Folder

Viewing Song Information

Play Along with a Song and Record Your Performance (QUICK REC)

Practicing in Coach Mode

Selecting a Practice Menu

Settings for the Entire TD (SYSTEM)

Overall Settings for the TD (Options)

Metronome Setup (Metronome)

MIDI-Related Settings (MIDI)

Using USB Flash Drive (USB Memory)

Saving Data to a USB Flash Drive (Save Backup)

Loading Data from a USB Flash Drive Back into the TD (Load Backup)

Deleting Data from a USB Flash Drive (Delete Data)

Viewing Information About the USB Flash Drive (Information)

Formatting a USB Flash Drive (Format)

Optimizing the Pad Settings (Pad Settings)

Specifying the Type of Pad [F1] (TYPE)

Setting the Pad Sensitivity [F2] (BASIC)

Advanced Settings for the Trigger Parameters [F3] (ADVNCD)

Viewing Information About the TD (Information)

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

Connecting to Your Computer via USB

Installing the USB Driver

Connecting the TD to the Computer

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Index