When using the VH-11, you will need to make the settings for the sound
module. Refer to p. 6 or p. 8.
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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 3). These sections provide important information
concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that
you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s
manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand
as a convenient reference.
We’d like to take a moment to thank you for purchasing the Roland V-Hi-Hat VH-11.
• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts
within it (except when this manual provides
specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer
all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor,
as listed on the “Information” page.
• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is
level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on
stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.
• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material,
coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft
drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for
general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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• In households with small children, an adult should
provide supervision until the child is capable of
following all the rules essential for the safe
operation of the unit.
In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the
following:
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Placement
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near
devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed
vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes.
Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
355b
• When moved from one location to another where the
temperature and/or humidity is very different, water
droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage
or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in
this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must
allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation
has completely evaporated.
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• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain
on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can
discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish.
Maintenance
401a
• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth
or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To
remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild,
non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the
unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.
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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
• This instrument is designed to minimize the extraneous
sounds produced when it’s played. However, since sound
vibrations can be transmitted through floors and walls to a
greater degree than expected, take care not to allow these
sounds to become a nuisance to neighbors, especially when
performing at night and when using headphones.
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• 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.
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• The hi-hat stand is supported by means of a tripod. When
installing the hi-hat, make sure the legs of the tripod are
opened wide enough to keep the equipment from falling
over.
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• The hi-hat’s rubber surface may turn white, but this has no
effect on the hi-hat’s function.
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• Do not remove the special VH-11 clutch from the hi-hat or
disassemble the clutch.
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• When not using the hi-hat for extended periods, store the
hi-hat in the open position to prevent placing any stress on
the motion sensor unit.
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• High-precision sensors are located at the portion of the
motion sensor unit indicated by the arrow in the left figure
below. Take care not to subject this area to excessive shock,
and do not allow any foreign objects to enter any gaps.
fig.SensorNote
Motion Sensor Unit
Additional Precautions
553
• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks
and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.
556
• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the
connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will
avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal
elements.
558a
• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, 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 (especially when it is late at night).
This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89/336/EEC.
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• Over long periods of use, the portion of the motion sensor
unit that comes into contact with the hi-hat (the damper)
may become worn at the points indicated by the arrows in
the right figure above.
Such damper wear may prevent proper adjustment of the
offset and may cause the hi-hat to swing with an unnatural
motion. If this occurs, replace the damper. For more information on replacing the damper, contact Roland Service.
For EU Countries
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Getting Started
Features
Similar Touch and Feel as with an
Acoustic Hi-Hat
The VH-11 is constructed with one floating cymbal, making it
compatible with commercially available hi-hat stands and
providing the same feel as you get from an acoustic hi-hat,
including the stick rebound, the looseness of the cymbal when
you strike it, and the vertical action of the cymbal when you
press and release the pedal.
Smooth Transition Between Closed
and Open Tones
When you strike the pad while gradually opening the pedal,
the tone smoothly opens in response to how much the pedal is
opened.
Allows Foot Splashes
You can play foot splashes by pressing the pedal and then
instantly opening it.
Quick-Open Tone Changes
With the VH-11 connected to a TD-20/12 sound module, you
can get realistic tonal changes by hitting the closed hi-hat and
immediately opening it.
Dual Trigger Capability
Sensors in both the top and edge portion make it possible to
get different sounds by striking the bow (upper surface) and
You can achieve just the pedal feel you like by adjusting the
pressure put on the pedal and the tension of the hi-hat stand
spring.
They’re Quiet!
Rubber is used on the striking surface for a damping effect.
Compatible with Commercially
Available Hi-Hat Stands (p. 9)
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Insulating Plate
Cable Tie
Tuning Key
Mounting on the Hi-Hat Stand
1.
Remove the clutch included with the hi-hat
stand from the cymbal rod.
* The clutch included with the hi-hat stand will not be used.
* It is not necessary to remove the felt (or rubber) pad on the hi-
hat stand used for supporting the bottom cymbal.
2.
Confirm that the cymbal rod is firmly secured.
For instructions on tightening the cymbal rod, refer to the
owner’s manual for your cymbal stand.
Cymbal Rod
* Looseness or play in the cymbal rod can make the top hi-hat
unstable, causing it to shake or turn, and prevent proper
functioning.
3.
Place the insulating plate on the hi-hat stand
with the cymbal rod passing through the hole of
the insulating plate.
Set the insulating plate with the sponge side facing up.
fig.Assy.e
Clutch Screw
Hi-Hat
“Roland” logo
on the farther side
Motion Sensor Unit
CONTROL OUT jack
on the farther side
Insulating Plate
Sponge side up
4.
Place the motion sensor unit on the insulating
plate with the cymbal rod passing through the
hole of the motion sensor unit.
Position the CONTROL OUT jack on the farther side, as
viewed from the player.
5.
Loosen the clutch screw and place the hi-hat on
the motion sensor unit with the cymbal rod
passing through the hi-hat hole.
Position the “Roland” logo on the farther side, as viewed
from the player.
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Connecting and Adjusting
Connecting to a Sound
Module
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* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other
devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power
on all devices before making any connections.
1.
Connect the VH-11’s TRIGGER OUT jack to the
sound module’s TRIGGER INPUT HI-HAT jack,
and the VH-11’s CONTROL OUT jack to the
sound module’s HH CTRL jack.
fig.Connect.e
CONTROL OUT
jack
to the
sound module’s
HH CTRL jack
* Use stereo (TRS) cables to make the connections. If monaural
cables are used, edge shots cannot be supported.
2.
Secure the cables in place with the cable tie,
while leaving some slack in the cables.
fig.CableTie.e
Wind the
cable tie
once
Tighten it
not to slip
TRIGGER OUT
jack
to the
sound module’s
TRIGGER INPUT
HI-HAT jack
Leave some
slack in the
cables
Turn back to
fix the cables
Adjusting the Sound Module
TD-12 and VH-11’s Offset
The VH-11’s offset needs to be adjusted to ensure proper
expression of the hi-hat’s opening and closing. Perform this
adjustment while the sound module is connected.
Using the TD-12
This section describes the adjustment procedure when the
VH-11 is used with a TD-12.
Refer to p. 8 if you are using a different sound module.
1.
Confirm that the VH-11 and TD-12 are
connected properly.
2.
After making the hi-hat settings, release your
foot from the pedal, and while keeping your foot
off the pedal, turn on the power to the TD-12.
* The offset cannot be adjusted correctly if the hi-hat is making
contact with the motion sensor unit when the power is turned
on.
3.
Loosen the clutch screw and let the hi-hat rest
naturally on the motion sensor unit.
4.
Press the TD-12’s [TRIGGER] button, then
press the [F1 (BANK)] button.
The “TRIGGER BANK” screen appears.
5.
Press the [CURSOR] buttons to move the
cursor to the trigger type for TRIGGER INPUT 6.
6.
Use the [+/-] buttons or the [VALUE] dial to
select “VH11.”
fig.TrigBank-12
6
7.
Press the [F3 (HI-HAT)] button.
The “TRIGGER HI-HAT” screen appears.
fig.TrigHH-12
8.
Confirm the TD-12’s settings.
ParameterValue
Hi-Hat TypeVH11/FD
CC Max90
CC ResolutionNORMAL
9.
While reading the meter displayed on the right
side of the TD-12’s screen, adjust the offset
with the VH-11’s VH offset adjustment screw.
Adjust the offset so that a black appears in the
meter.
fig.TrigHH-OK
Connecting and Adjusting
Adjusting the Hi-Hat
1.
Adjust the gap between the metal portion in the
center of the lower hi-hat and the sensor’s
center tip to a clearance of approximately 3 mm,
then tighten the clutch screw.
fig.HH-Adjust.e
3 mm
fig.Offset.e
VH Offset
Adjustment
Screw
OPENCLOSE
VH Offset Adjustment Points
If the closed hi-hat sound is difficult to attain, rotate the
VH offset adjustment screw towards “CLOSE.”
If the open hi-hat sound is difficult to attain, rotate the
screw towards “OPEN.”
* Although the gap can be adjusted to a clearance that makes
playing the hi-hat easier, setting too narrow or wide a gap can
cause improper function of the unit and prevent the hi-hat from
sounding as you intend. Setting the gap to
most natural feel when playing the VH-11.
2.
Change the spring tension by adjusting the hi-
3 mm
provides the
hat stand.
For instructions on adjusting the tension, refer to the
owner’s manual for your hi-hat stand.
* The tension may not be adjustable on some stands.
When performing, make sure that the name “Roland” on
the hi-hat is on the opposite side of the stand from the hi-
hat pedal (p. 5).
If the sound cuts off when you strike the hi-hat
forcefully, rotate the VH offset adjustment screw
towards “OPEN.”
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Adjusting the Other Sound Module and
VH-11’s Offset
Using the TD-20
* If “VH11” is available as a Trigger Type setting on the TD-20
you are using, follow the instructions in
6) to set the TD-20 and adjust the VH-11’s offset.
1.
Confirm that the VH-11 and TD-20 are
connected properly.
2.
After making the hi-hat settings, release your
foot from the pedal, and while keeping your foot
off the pedal, turn on the power to the TD-20.
* The offset cannot be adjusted correctly if the hi-hat is making
contact with the motion sensor unit when the power is turned on.
3.
Loosen the clutch screw and let the hi-hat rest
naturally on the motion sensor unit.
4.
Press the TD-20’s [TRIGGER] button.
5.
Press the [F1 (BANK)], [F2 (BASIC)], and
[F3 (HI-HAT)] buttons, and make the TD-20’s
settings.
For details, refer to the TD-20 owner’s manual.
Button
[F1 (BANK)]
[F2 (BASIC)]
[F3 (HI-HAT)]
ParameterValue
Trigger TypeVH12
Sensitivity10
Threshold6
Hi-Hat Ctrl TypeFD
CC Max90
CC ResolutionNORMAL
Using the TD-12
(p.
Using the TD-10+TDW-1/
TD-8/TD-6V/TD-6
1.
Confirm that the VH-11 and the sound module
are connected properly.
2.
After making the hi-hat settings, release your
foot from the pedal, and while keeping your foot
off the pedal, turn on the power to the sound
module.
* The offset cannot be adjusted correctly if the hi-hat is making
contact with the motion sensor unit when the power is turned on.
3.
Loosen the clutch screw and let the hi-hat rest
naturally on the motion sensor unit.
4.
Make the sound module’s settings.
For details, refer to the owner’s manual supplied with the
sound module.
Parameter
Trigger Type
Sensitivity61010
Threshold644
CurveLinearLINEARLINEAR
Scan Time2.02.52.5
Retrigger Cancel488
Mask Time888
Xtalk Cancel202020
Mount TypeCymMount––
TD-10 + TDW-1
HHCY1/PD7CY Type
Value
TD-8TD-6V/6
6.
Adjust the offset by rotating the VH-11’s VH
offset adjustment screw. See the column below.
fig.Offset.e
VH Offset
Adjustment
Screw
OPENCLOSE
How to Adjust the VH Offset
• Adjust until you are satisfied with the correspondence
between the hi-hat’s opening and closing action and
the change in tone.
• If the closed hi-hat sound is difficult to attain, rotate
the VH offset adjustment screw towards “CLOSE.”
If the open hi-hat sound is difficult to attain, rotate the
screw towards “OPEN.”
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5.
Adjust the offset by rotating the VH-11’s VH
offset adjustment screw. See the column below.
Notes to Observe When Using the
TD-10+TDW-1, TD-8, and TD-6V/6
Do not turn on the power to the sound module with the hi-hat
in the closed position; this may cause faulty operation. Make
sure the hi-hat is open when turning on the power.
If the sound cuts off when you strike the hi-hat
forcefully, rotate the VH offset adjustment screw
towards “OPEN.”
Playing Methods
Open/Closed
The hi-hat tone changes smoothly and continuously from
open to closed in response to how far the pedal is pressed.
You can also play the foot closed sound (playing the hi-hat
with the pedal completely pressed down) and foot splash
sound (playing the hi-hat with the pedal fully pressed and
then instantly opening it).
Bow Shot
This playing method involves striking the middle area of the
hi-hat. It corresponds to the sound of the “head-side” of the
connected trigger input.
fig.Play-01
Edge Shot
This playing method involves striking the edge of the hi-hat
with the shoulder of the stick. When played as shown in the
figure, the “rim-side” sound of the connected trigger input is
triggered.
fig.Play-02.e
Edge Sensor
Position the “Roland” logo on the farther side, as viewed
from the player (p. 5).
Specifications
Size:12 inches
Trigger:2 (Bow/Edge)
Connectors:TRIGGER OUT Jack
CONTROL OUT Jack
Dimensions:314 (W) x 314 (D) x 154 (H) mm
12-3/8 (W) x 12-3/8 (D) x 6-1/16 (H) inches
Weight:1.7 kg / 3 lbs 12 oz
Options:Owner’s Manual, Connection Cable,
Tuning Key, Cable Tie, Insulating Plate
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* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/
or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior
notice.
Compatible Stand
Diameter: 6.0–7.0 mm
(0.236"–0.276")
Diameter: 11.7 mm (1/2") Max.
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Troubleshooting
No sound is heard
Is the TRIGGER OUT connected to the
sound module’s HH CTRL jack?
Connect the VH-11’s TRIGGER OUT jack to the sound
module’s HI-HAT jack, and the CONTROL OUT to the sound
module’s HH CTRL (p. 6).
The sound does not change when an
edge shot is made
Is a monaural cable being used?
When a monaural cable is used, the sound does not change
when an edge shot is made.
Use a stereo (TRS) cable.
Are you striking the area where an
edge sensor is located?
The VH-11 has an edge sensor only at the area closest to you,
at the front (p. 9).
Position the “Roland” logo on the farther side, as viewed from
the player (p. 5).
Foot splashes difficult to produce
If you are using the TD-12/20 as your sound module, adjust
the “Foot Splash Sens.”
If you are using the TD-10/8/6V/6 or other sound module,
adjust the VH-11’s offset, the stand, the hi-hat clearance, and/
or the pedal spring tension until the foot splash sound is easy
to produce.
Sounds cut out
Unable to control opening and
closing
Have you adjusted the VH-11’s offset?
Adjust the offset by rotating the VH-11’s VH offset adjustment
screw (p. 7, p. 8).
• The VH-11’s offset needs to be adjusted to ensure proper
expression of the hi-hat’s opening and closing. Adjust until
you are satisfied with the correspondence between the hihat’s opening and closing action and the change in tone.
• The offset may change somewhat as you perform.
• Your particular stand may require even further
adjustment.
Is the sound module set correctly?
If you are using a TD-12 or TD-20, confirm the sound
module’s settings.
• If you have the TD-12 sound module connected → p. 7
• If you have the TD-20 sound module connected → p. 8
Is the hi-hat open when turning on the
power?
When using the TD-10+TDW-1, TD-8, and TD-6V/6, turning
on the power to the sound module with the hi-hat in the
closed position may cause faulty operation.
Sounds are not triggering properly
Is the trigger type set correctly?
Make the trigger parameter settings for your sound module
(p. 6, p. 8).
Is the direction of the hi-hat correct?
Position the “Roland” logo on the farther side, as viewed from
the player (p. 5).
Have you adjusted the VH-11’s offset?
Adjust the offset by rotating the VH-11’s VH offset adjustment
screw (p. 7, p. 8).
• Sounds may cut out when the hi-hat is struck forcefully if
the screw is turned too far in the “CLOSE” direction.
• The offset may change somewhat as you perform.
• Your particular stand may require even further
adjustment.
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Are you using the special VH-11
clutch?
Clutches included with hi-hat stands are shaped differently
than the VH-11’s special clutch, so use of such other clutches
prevent the sensors within the VH-11 from functioning
properly. Be sure to use the clutch designed especially for the
VH-11.
If the Clutch Was Apart from the Hi-Hat
If the hi-hat clutch is inadvertently removed from the hi-hat,
use the following procedure to reassemble and attach the
clutch.
Due to the different shape, the clutch included with the
hi-hat stand cannot be used with the VH-11. Be sure to
use the special VH-11 clutch.
Hi-Hat Being Properly Assembled
fig.HH-Assy2.e
Player Side
fig.HH-Assy1.e
Clutch Top
VH Offset Adjustment Screw
Plastic Washer
Rubber Washer
Player Side
Stopper (Upper)
Spring
Stopper (Lower)
See the direction
as it is.
Assemble these
two parts fit in
this direction
completely.
Set the screw to front.
* Orient the stopper (upper) so that it matches the groove in the
hi-hat.
fig.HH-Assy3.e
The upper end of the
screw pipe of the
stopper can be seen
3–4 mm
The screw being
in this direction
The VH offset
adjustment screw
being fully tightened
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InformationWhen you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland