Roland V-Drums TD-8 User Manual

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Chapter 7 Making Global Settings for the TD-8
Chapter 7
Adjusting the Contrast of the
Display
The display contrast is strongly influenced by the location of
the TD-8 and the lighting of the room it’s in. Adjust this
parameter when needed.
fig.08-020 (LCD CONTRAST)
1. Press [SETUP], then [F3 ( MENU)].
[SETUP] lights, and a pop-up menu appears.
2. Press [INC/+] or [DEC/-], rotate the VALUE dial, or
press CURSOR [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to
“UTIL.”
3. Press [F3] to confirm your choice.
4. Press [F1 (LCD)].
The “LCD CONTRAST” screen appears.
5. Press [INC/+] or [DEC/-] or rotate the VALUE dial to
make the setting.
The higher the value selected, the darker the screen
becomes.
LCD CONTRAST: 1–16
You can also adjust it by holding down [KIT] and
rotating the VALUE dial.
Tuning the TD-8
(MASTER TUNING)
This tunes Parts 1–4 as a whole.
Tuning of the drum kit part and percussion part instruments
is not affected by this setting.
The reference pitch is 440.0 Hz.
fig.08-019
1. Press [SETUP], then [F3 ( MENU)].
[SETUP] lights, and a pop-up menu appears.
2. Press [INC/+] or [DEC/-], rotate the VALUE dial, or
press CURSOR [ ] or [ ] to move the cursor to
“UTIL.”
3. Press [F3] to confirm your choice.
4. Press [F2 (TUNE)].
The “MASTER TUNE” screen appears.
5. Press [INC/+] or [DEC/-] or rotate the VALUE dial to
make the setting.
MASTER TUNE: 415.3–466.2 (Hz) (0.1 Hz steps)

Roland V-Drums TD-8 Specifications

General

Brand	Roland
Model	V-Drums TD-8
Category	Drums
Language	English

Summary

Owner's Manual Introduction and Safety

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for proper unit operation and user protection.

Getting Started and System Setup

Panel Overview and Basic Connections

Identifies front and rear panel controls and essential input/output connectors for operation.

Quick Start and Initial Operation Guide

Provides a simplified path for new users to begin playing and configuring the TD-8.

Connecting Pads, Pedals, and Audio System

Details on connecting external hardware like pads, pedals, and audio output devices.

Core Operations: Playing and Modifying Sounds

Pad Configuration and Performance Techniques

Details on specifying pad types, settings, and playing techniques like rim shots.

Modifying Drum Kit Sounds (V-EDIT)

Explains sound modeling parameters like shell depth, head type, tuning, and ambience.

Playing Along with Accompaniment and Patterns

Covers playing back internal patterns and songs for practice.

Advanced Features and MIDI Integration

Chapter 7: Global Settings for TD-8

Details system-wide configurations for pads, triggers, display, and tuning.

Chapter 9: MIDI Features and Implementation

Explains MIDI connectivity, data transmission, and module control for external devices.

Troubleshooting and Reference Information

Troubleshooting Common Problems and Error Messages

Provides solutions for issues related to sound, pads, MIDI, display, and system errors.

Appendices: Lists, Specifications, and MIDI Implementation

Contains reference lists for kits, instruments, patterns, specs, and MIDI data.