Roland VH-13 Owner’s Manual
* Hi-hat stand is not included.
For details on compatible stands, refer to p. 10.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
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 power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
About the Symbols
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
WARNING
Do not disassemble or modify by yourself
Do not open or perform any
internal modications on the
unit. (The only exception would
be where this manual provides
specic instructions which should be
followed in order to put in place userinstallable options; see p. 5.)
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
specic 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
Do not place in an unstable location
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.
shakiness.
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WARNING
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 to enter this product. Doing
so may cause short circuits, faulty
operation, or other malfunctions.
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!)
CAUTION
Use only the specied stand
Install the unit only on the
hi-hat stand which satises the
specications described on p. 10.
Remove only the specied screws
during the installation.
CAUTION
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.
Disconnect the sound module before moving
the unit
Before you move the unit,
disconnect all external equipment.
Take care not to pinch your ngers in the
movable parts
Be careful not to allow your ngers
or hands to be caught between
the top and bottom hi-hat. Adult
supervision is recommended
whenever small children use the unit.
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.
• Removable Parts
Clutch or clamp screws
IMPORTANT NOTES
Placement
• 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 dierent, 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 allow rubber, vinyl, or similar
materials to remain on this unit for long
periods of time. Such objects can discolor
or otherwise harmfully aect the nish.
• 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.
Additional Precautions
• 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.
• 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.
• This instrument is designed to minimize
the extraneous sounds produced when it’s
played. However, since sound vibrations
can be transmitted through oors and walls
to a greater degree than expected, take
care not to allow these sounds to become a
nuisance others nearby.
• 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.
• 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.
• The rubber portion of the striking surface is
treated with a preservative to maintain its
performance. With the passage of time, this
preservative may appear on the surface as
a white stain, or reveal how the pads were
struck during product testing. This does not
aect the performance or functionality of
the product, and you may continue using it
with condence.
• The section indicated by the arrows in
the gure below contains high-precision
sensors. Take care not to subject this to
excessive shock, and do not allow any
foreign objects to enter the gap.
Top Hi-Hat
Bottom Hi-Hat
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 2) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 3). These sections
provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a
good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and
kept on hand as a convenient reference.
Copyright © 2012 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Roland, V-Drums, V-HI-HAT are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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Getting Started
Features
Similar Touch and Feel as with an Acoustic
Hi-Hat
The superior design has taken into account not only
the shape of the hi-hat, but also the bounce of the stick,
and even the movement caused by playing, making it
possible to play with the same feel as an acoustic hi-hat.
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.
Pressure Sensitive
You can alter the closed tone by continuing to press
harder on the pedal after it is closed (p. 10).
Allows Foot Splashes
You can play foot splashes by pressing the pedal and
then instantly opening it.
Quick-Open Tone Changes
Get realistic tonal changes by hitting the closed hi-hat
and immediately opening it.
Package Contents
Top Hi-Hat
Bottom Hi-Hat
Special VH-13 Clutch
* The clutch included with the hi-
hat stand will not be used.
Natural-Feeling Action
The top hi-hat weight, gap between the top and bottom
cymbals, and hi-hat stand tension gives the pedal action
an extremely natural feel.
Dual Trigger Capability
Sensors in both the top and edge portion make it
possible to get dierent sounds by striking the bow
(upper surface) and the edge (p. 10).
They’re Quiet!
Rubber is used on the striking surface for a damping
eect.
Compatible with Commercially Available HiHat Stands (p. 10)
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Clamp
Holder (3 types)
Link Cable
Cable Tie
Drum Key
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