Roland VH-11 Drums User Manual
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1. Additional Precautions e 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 e 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 e 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 CE 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 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 hi hat s rubber surface may turn white but this has no effect on the hi hat s function Do not remove the special VH 11 clutch from the hi ha2. TEL 266 364 609 RUSSIA MuTek 3 Bogatyrskaya Str 1 k 1 107 564 Moscow RUSSIA TEL 095 169 5043 SPAIN Roland Iberia S L Paseo Garcia Faria 33 35 08005 Barcelona SPAIN TEL 93 493 91 00 SWEDEN Roland Scandinavia A S SWEDISH SALES OFFICE Danvik Center 28 2 tr S 131 30 Nacka SWEDEN TEL 0 8 702 00 20 SWITZERLAND Roland Switzerland AG Landstrasse 5 Postfach CH 4452 Itingen SWITZERLAND TEL 061 927 8383 UKRAINE TIC TAC Mira Str 19 108 P O Box 180 295400 Munkachevo UKRAINE TEL 03131 414 40 UNITED KINGDOM Roland U K Ltd Atlantic Close Swansea Enterprise Park SWANSEA SA7 9FJ UNITED KINGDOM TEL 01792 702701 BAHRAIN Moon Stores No 16 Bab Al Bahrain Avenue P O Box 247 Manama 304 State of BAHRAIN TEL 17 211 005 CYPRUS Radex Sound Equipment Ltd 17 Diagorou Street Nicosia CYPRUS TEL 022 66 9426 IRAN MOCO INC No 41 Nike St Dr Shariyati Ave Roberoye Cerahe Mirdamad Tehran IRAN TEL 021 285 4169 ISRAEL Halilit P Greenspoon amp Sons Ltd 8 Retzif Ha aliya Hashnya St Tel Aviv Yafo ISRAEL TEL 03 6823666 JORDAN AMMAN Trading Agency 245 Prince Mohammad St Amman 1118 JORDAN TEL 06 464 1200 KUWAIT EASA HUSAIN AL YOUSIFI amp SONS CO Abdullah Salem Street Safat KUWAIT TEL 243 6399 LEBANON Chahine S A L Gerge Zeidan St Chahine Bldg Achrafieh P O Box 16 5857 Beirut LEBANON TEL 01 20
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4. being swallowed accidentally e Be careful not to allow your fingers or hands to be caught between the hi hat and motion sensor unit IMPORTANT NOTES In addition to the items listed under USING THE UNIT SAFELY on page 2 please read and observe the following Placement e 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 e 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 e 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 e 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 e Never use benzine thinners alcohol or solvents of any kind to avoid the possibility of discoloration and or defor mation
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6. 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 Connecting and Adjusting 7 Press the F3 HI HAT button The TRIGGER HI HAT screen appears Adju sting the Hi Hat TRIGGER HI HAT Hi Hat Tyre FOF 1 Adjust the gap between the metal portion in the Foot Srlash Sens F center of the lower hi hat and the sensor s CC Max 30 E g g CC Resolution NORMAL 2 2 center tip to a clearance of approximately 3 mm then tighten the clutch screw 8 Confirm the TD 12 s settings Parameter ON Hi Hat Type VH11 FD TA CC Max 90 CC Resolution NORMAL 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 e appears in the meter HI HAT Hi Hat Tyre WHi1 FD 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 inte
7. the hi hat rest naturally on the motion sensor unit Press the TD 20 s TRIGGER button 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 Parameter Value F1 meg Trigger Type VH2 Sensitivit woo F2 RESOL ensitivity Hi Hat Ctrl Type FD FHAN CCMax fo CC Resolution NORMAL Adjust the offset by rotating the VH 11 s VH offset adjustment screw See the column below Threshold Go VH Offset reling Adjustment SER Screw OPEN How to Adjust the VH Offset e Adjust until you are satisfied with the correspondence between the hi hat s opening and closing action and the change in tone e 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 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 Make the sound module s se
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11. Roland io 00 Ce oe N N 00 Ne v S0 VH 11 Owner s Manual We d like to take a moment to thank you for purchasing the Roland V Hi Hat VH 11 When using the VH 11 you will need to make the settings for the sound module Refer to p 6 or p 8 Hi hat stand is not included For details on compatible stands refer to p 9 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 Copyright 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION USING THE UNIT SAFELY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PREVENTION OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS About Z WARNING and Z CAUTION Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly A WARNING Used for instructions intende
12. d to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly CAUTION 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 he aa teh tre E ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING e Before using this unit make sure to read the instructions below and the Owner s Manual e Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit e 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 e Subject to temperature extremes e g direct S sunlight in an enclosed vehicle near a heating duct on top of heat generating equipment or NZ are e Never use or store the unit in places that are e Damp e g baths washrooms on wet floors or are e Humid or are e Exposed to rain or are e Dusty or are e Subject to high levels of vibration e 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 e Do not allow any objects e g flammable material coins pins or liquids of any kind water soft drinks etc to penetrate the unit About the Symbol
13. e cymbal rod i The clutch included with the hi hat stand will not be used aor _ Clutch Screw It is not necessary to remove the felt or rubber pad on the hi Ce hat stand used for supporting the bottom cymbal i Hi Hat o Roland logo 2 Confirm that the cymbal rod is firmly secured y on the farther side For instructions on tightening the cymbal rod refer to the S ys ir owner s manual for your cymbal stand l l O Motion Sensor Unit CONTROL OUT jack l l iy l l l on the farther side lt Cymbal Rod Insulating Plate Sponge side up Wy lt jJ 5 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 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 Connecting and Adjusting Connecting to a Sound Module To prevent malfunction and
14. nd Setting the gap to 3 mm provides the VH Offset Adjustment most natural feel when playing the VH 11 2 Change the spring tension by adjusting the hi 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 ore When performing make sure that the name Roland on the hi hat is on the opposite side of the stand from the hi VH Offset Adjustment Points Rat pedal Py 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 are If the sound cuts off when you strike the hi hat forcefully rotate the VH offset adjustment screw towards OPEN Using the TD 20 Adjusting the Other Sound Module and VH 11 s Offset If VH11 ts available as a Trigger Type setting on the TD 20 you are using follow the instructions in Using the TD 12 p 6 to set the TD 20 and adjust the VH 11 s offset Confirm that the VH 11 and TD 20 are connected properly 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 Loosen the clutch screw and let
15. 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 CONTROL OUT jack to the _ gt to the sound module s sound module s HH CTRL jack TRIGGER INPUT HI HAT jack i 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 Leave some slack in the cables aa 1 CX Turn back to T fix the cables Wind the oll cable tie once Tighten it not to slip 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 ST 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
16. oz Options Owner s Manual Connection Cable Tuning Key Cable Tie Insulating Plate In the interest of product improvement the specifications and or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice 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 Edge Sensor Position the Roland logo on the farther side as viewed from the player p 5 Compatible Stand Diameter 6 0 7 0 mm 0 236 0 276 Diameter 11 7 mm 1 2 Max 2 l 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 Spla
17. s The A 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 power cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet e 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 e Protect the unit from strong impact Do not drop it A e 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 e Never climb on top of nor place heavy objects on the unit e Install the unit only on the hi hat stand which satisfies the specifications described on p 9 e Should you remove bolts keep them in a safe place out of children s reach so there is no chance of them
18. sh 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 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 e Sounds may cut out when the hi hat is struck forcefully if the screw is turned too far in the CLOSE direction e The offset may change somewhat as you perform e Your particular stand may require even further adjustment 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 e 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 hi hat s opening and closing action and the change in tone e The offset may change somewhat as you perform e 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 e If you have the TD 12 sound module connected gt p 7 e If you have the TD 20 sound module connected gt 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
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20. t or disassemble the clutch 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 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 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 infor mation on replacing the damper contact Roland Service For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directive 89 336 EEC Getting Started 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
21. 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 Are 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 10 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 OnE 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 PEE n Clutch Top poet pS VH Offset Adjustment Screw C Plastic Washer Rubber Washer aS Stopper Upper k See the direction az as it is Spring z nee pr Assemble these two parts fit in this direction completely Stopper Lower Set the screw to front Orient the stopper upper so that it matches the groove in the hi hat Hi Hat Being Properly Assembled Player Side The
22. 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 the edge p 9 Natural Feeling Action 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 Regarding the VH 11 s Compatibility Sound Module Compatibility TD 20 Completely Compatible TD 12 Completely Compatible Compatible Compatible TD 6V TD 6 Compatible Completely Compatible Tone changes more naturally from TD 10 TDW 1 open to closed Compatible Although you can control the opening and closing the expression of the half open hi hat differs from that achieved with the completely compatible TD 20 12 Package Contents Motion Sensor Unit Insulating Plate Cable Tie Tuning Key Mounting on the Hi Hat Stand 1 Remove the clutch included with the hi hat stand from th
23. ttings For details refer to the owner s manual supplied with the sound module Parmeter Se Toavs Parameter gee m o Cr Type Sensitivity 6 wowo o wesa a a ReriggerCanel 4 J s l s Mektme 3 s 8 MountType CymMount 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 Nore 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 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 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
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