Roland V-Drums TD-50X User Manual

Getting Ready
8
Rear Panel (Connect Your Equipment)
A B
C
D
E
F
G
H
Mixer or amplied speakersExternal sound module or
other MIDI device
Sampling pad or
other electronic
musical instrument
PadsPads
(digital connection)
Footswitch Mixer
A
[L] switch
Turns the power on/o.
AC IN jack
Connect the included power cord here.
B MIDI port
Use these connectors to connect an external sound module or
other MIDI device.
C FOOT SW jack
You can connect a footswitch (BOSS FS-5U, FS-6; sold separately)
here and use it to control various things.
D DIRECT OUT (BALANCED) jacks
Connect these to your mixer.
Use the [SETUP] button to specify the DIRECT OUT 1–8 jack from
which each instrument is output.
* Pin assignment of the DIRECT OUT
(BALANCED) jacks
E MIX IN (STEREO) jack
Connect this to an electronic musical instrument such as a
sampling pad.
F MASTER OUT (BALANCED) jacks /
MASTER OUT (UNBALANCED) jacks
Connect these to your mixer, amplied speakers, or recording
device.
If you want to output in mono, connect only the L/MONO jack of
the MASTER OUT (UNBALANCED) jacks.
* Pin assignment of the MASTER
OUT (BALANCED) jacks
G TRIGGER IN jack
Connect cymbal, hi-hat, kick, and other pads here.
* If connecting a dual trigger type pad, use a stereo (TRS) cable.
H DIGITAL TRIGGER IN jack
Connect pads that support digital connection (e.g., PD-140DS, CY-
18DR or VH-14D) here.
Bottom Panel
Mounting the TD-50X on the stand
You can attach the TD-50X to a drum stand by using the sound module mounting
plate included with the drum stand (sold separately: MDS series, PDS series).
Using the screws on the bottom of the TD-50X, attach it as shown in the illustration.
* Do not use any screws other than the screws from the bottom of the TD-50X. Doing
so will cause malfunctions.
* When turning the unit over, be careful so as to protect the buttons and knobs from
damage. Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.
MEMO
The All Purpose Clamp (APC-33; sold separately) can be attached to a pipe of 10.5–28.6
mm radius in case you want to mount the TD-50X on a cymbal stand or other such
stand.
Wide
Narrow
Sound module
mounting plate

Roland V-Drums TD-50X Specifications

General

Sound Module	TD-50X
Preset Kits	100
User Kits	100
Bluetooth	No
Sound Engine	Prismatic Sound Modeling
User Sample Import	Yes
Outputs	12
Sequencer	No
Power Supply	AC Adaptor
MIDI	In, Out
Display	LCD
Pads	Not included
Trigger Inputs	14
Direct Outputs	8 (1/4-inch TRS)

Summary

Using the Unit Safely

About Warning and Caution Notices

Explains the meaning of WARNING and CAUTION notices used in the manual for safety instructions.

About the Symbols

Explains the meaning of symbols used in the manual to convey important instructions or warnings.

General Safety Precautions

Groups essential safety instructions for usage, placement, and handling to prevent hazards.

Important Notes

Power Supply and Interference

Notes on electrical connections and potential interference from other appliances.

Placement and Maintenance

Guidance on unit placement to avoid interference and maintenance for cleaning.

Data Handling and Precautions

Information on repairs, data backups, and general usage tips for safe operation.

Legal and Memory Device Usage

Information on intellectual property rights and precautions for external memory devices.

Getting Ready

Top Panel Controls and Display

Describes the main controls, buttons, and the display on the unit's top surface.

Rear and Side Panel Connections

Details all ports for connecting external devices, power, and audio.

Powering the Unit On/Off

Step-by-step guide for powering the unit on and off safely.

Hi-Hat Settings Configuration

Adjusts digital hi-hats (VH-14D, VH-13, VH-11/10) for proper detection.

Performing

Basic Operation and Navigation

Explains fundamental controls, screen navigation, and value editing.

Performance Techniques

Details how to play different sounds using various techniques on pads, cymbals, and hi-hats.

Drum Kits, Songs, and Click

Guides on selecting drum kits, playing along with songs, and using the click track.

Rhythm Training and Favorites

Introduces practice modes for timing and skill, and managing favorite drum kits.

Recording

Recording and Playback of Performances

How to record, playback, and export drum performances to an SD card.

Recording Performances with Songs

Steps to record while a song is playing and then playback the result.

Customizing a Kit

Editing Instruments and Sounds

How to modify individual sounds, select instruments, and choose pads for editing.

Ambience, Mixer, and Effects

Adjusting room sound, reverb, mixer settings, pad compressor, equalizer, and multi-effects.

Kit Settings and User Samples

Setting kit volume, snapshot, illumination color, renaming, and importing audio files.

Settings

Trigger and Pad Configuration

Configuring trigger inputs, pad types, and sensitivity for accurate signal processing.

Data Backup, Loading, and Formatting

Saving/restoring settings, and preparing SD cards for use with the unit.

Factory Reset and System Setup

Returning the unit to default settings and configuring system-wide options.

Main Specifications

Drum Kit, Effects, and Sample Specs

Details on drum kits, effects, user samples, and recorder capabilities.

Connectivity and Power Specifications

Information on power supply, dimensions, weight, and included accessories.