OCTAPAD SPD-30 - Electronic Percussion ROLAND - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL OCTAPAD SPD-30 ROLAND

For the U.K. IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. BLUE: NEUTRAL BROWN: LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.

The OCTAPAD Legend 1985 was the year that Roland's revolutionary percussion instrument ÿ was announced — the“OCTAPAD" (PAD-8). À totally unique percussion instrument, the OCTAPAD allowed one to perform on the 8 pads, and via MIDI, control a drum machine (like the TR-909) or an external MIDI module or sampler This instrument was immediately adopted by musicians around the world, not only for playing drum or percussion sounds, but also using it to perform all styles of music. 1988 saw the release of the“OCTAPAD Il" (PAD-80), which not only maintained the exciting features ofthe first-generation OCTAPAD, but added many new ones like Layering and pedal control. 1990-1998 was the era when musicians used either of the first- generation OCTAPADs. As they did not have an on-board sounds, most ofthe time they were connected to drum machines, (TR-909, R-8 etc) So In 1990, Roland introduced the SPD-8 which had its own on-board sound source. In 1993, It was followed by the SPD-11 which not only had more sounds but also built-in effects processing. And then in 1998, the legendary SPD-20 appeared on the scene. Which featured a major enhancement to its sounds. So throughout the years, the SPD series continued to evolve. And even though the instrument was called and SPD-8/11/20, most people will referred to it as an OCTAPAD. 2010 marks the comeback of the new OCTAPAD (SPD-30) for the 21st century. While maintaining the basic design of the precedent models this new OCTAPAD features a large display, a friendly user interface, cutting-edge sounds, effects, USB MIDI and the latest pad sensing technology developed forthe V-drums series. The mostexciting and evolutionary step oftthe new OCTAPAD is its "Phrase Loop fünetion!Which allows you to turn your inspiration into sound; meaning You can reate Your own rhythm loops, and layer your performance on top, all in real time. That alone enhances the potential of the 8 pads on board, and expands the playable combination of percussion instruments. The quarter-century legend'ofthe OCTAPAD continues,

• Ï Contents Turning the Power On/Off . 6 Overview 7 01 Overview ofthe OCTAPAD p. 8
• 02 Panel Descriptions Top Panel . Rear Panel Connections . 03 Displays and Operations KIT Screen , p. 14
• , 400 QUICK MENU Screens . MENU Screen 04 FACTORY RESET Basic Operation 21 01 Selecting a Kit [KIT] Buttons KIT LIST eee FAVORITE KITS p. 4444
• KIT CHAIN Function .22 Foot Switch .22 02 Selecting an Inst (INST) p. 23
• 03 MULTI EDIT 24 04 Effects Editing (AMBIENCE and FX) .25 05 Recording a Phrase Loop (PHRASE LOOP) Step 1: Select a Kit Step 2: Make Settings Before Recording Step 3: Recording Re-doing the Recording Erasing a Track (ERASE) … Undoing a Recording (UNDO) … Clearing the Phrase (CLEAR PHRASE) . Saving the Phrase (SAVE PHRASE) Exiting Phrase Loop Mode p. 26
• Advance Operation 1 (Kit) 30 Creating a Inst Settings (INST) . Inst and Layer Settings (INST-INST) Editing an Inst (INST-EDIT) Hi-hat Settings (INST-HH CTRL) INST Screen QUICK MENU … Settings for the Entire Kit (KIT OTHERS) p. 30
• … Kit Volume, Tempo, and Protect (KIT OTHERS-KIT) 34 Phrase Settings Recalled by the Kit {KIT OTHERS-PHRASE) Assigning a Name (NAME) NAME Palette QUICK MENU . Copying a Kit or Pad (COPY) … Copying à Pad Copying a Kit p. 34
• Exchanging Pads (PAD EXCHANGE) .… p. 36
• KIT CHAIN . Creating a Kit Chain (KIT CHAIN) KIT CHAIN Screen QUICK MENU … Switching Kit Chains. 38 Using the Effects (FX) FX Settings (FX) … Switching the FX Type (FX-TYPE) p. 37
• ….… p. 39
• Editing FX Parameters (FX-EDIT) 39 Setting the FX Send Level for Each Pad (FX-SEND) 40 FX Screen QUICK MENU . Copying FX Settings.… Using the Knobs to Control the FX (FX CONTROL) .… 41 Editing the AMBIENCE Ambience Settings (AMBIENCE-AMBIENCE) Equalizer Settings (AMBIENCE-EQ) Limiter Settings (AMBIENCE-LIMIT) .… Copyright © 2010 ROLAND CORPORATION A rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION Before using the OCTAPAD, carefully read the sections entitied:*USING THE UNIT SAFELY' (p. 72) and'IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 73). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the OCTAPAD. Additional, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owners Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. p. 42

Advanced Operation 2 (Phrase Loop)43 Advanced Operation 3 (Other Settings) 52 Creating a Phrase Measures, Time Signature (Beat) and Metronome (Click) Sound Settings (SETUP) . Using the [SET LOOP] Button to Set the Loop Point … Quantize and Tempo Settings (STANDBY) STANDBY Screen QUICK MENU . Switching the Part's Kit (STANDBY) . Recording a Phrase (REC Mode)... Performing Along with a Recorded Phrase (PLAY Mode) .… REC/PLAY Screen QUICK MENU . Stopping the Phrase (STOP)... g a Phrase What You can do in REC/PLAY Mode Muting a Track (MUTE). Erasing a Track (ERASE) Reserving the Operation at the Next Loop (NEXT) … 47 Adjusting the Volume of Each Part (PART LEVEL). . Exiting Phrase Loop Mode. Saving/Loading a Phrase … Saving a Phrase (SAVE PHRASE) Loading a Phrase (PHRASE LIST) . PHRASE LIST Screen QUICK MENU Phrase Loop and Metronome (Click) Sound Settings Phrase Loop Settings (PHRASE LOOP SETUP) . Metronome (Click) Sound Settings (PHRASE LOOP SETUP-CLICK).…. Settings for the Entire OCTAPAD (SYSTEM). .52 Screen and Illumination Settings (SYSTEM-OPTIONS) 52 Foot Switch and External Pad Settings (SYSTEM-CONTROL) .53 Connecting Foot Switches .53 Viewing Information About the System (SYSTEM-INFO). -54 Using USB Memory Formatting USB Memory (USB-FORMAT) .… Saving Data to USB Memory (USB-SAVE) .… Loading Data from USB Memory (USB-LOAD) . Viewing or Deleting USB Memory Data (USB-VIEW) Connecting to your Computer via USB... 58 Internal Pad Sensitivity Settings … Internal Pad Settings (PAD SETTING-INTERNAL). . External Pad and Pedal Settings. Connecting Optional Pads or Pedals External Pad Settings (PAD SETTING-EXTERNAL). Specifying the External Pad Type (PAD TYPE) …. Adjusting the External Pad Sensitivity . External Hi-Hat Pedal Settings

VH-11 Offset Adjustment. MIDI Settings …. MIDI Settings for a Kit (KIT MIDI) .… KIT MIDI Screen QUICK MENU . System MIDI Settings (SYSTEM-MIDI). . Using V-LINK to Control Images . V-LINK Settings (V-LINK SETTINGS) Turning V-LINK On/Off. Append Error Message List. Specifications Troubleshooting Attaching the Stand (Sold Separately)........... 69 MIDI Implementation Chart... USING THE UNIT SAFELY . MAIA2AO

Turning the Power On/Off NOTE Once the connections have been completed (p. 12), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to amplified speakers (which well simply call'speakers") and other devices.

1. Lower the volume of the OCTAPAD and amplification system.

VOLUME Turn the [PHONES] and [MASTER] knob all the way to the left. l

2. Press the [POWER] button.

The OCTAPAD is equipped with a protection circuit. À brief interval [a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.

3. Turn on the power of your speakers.

4. Adjust the volume.

VOLUME While playing the pads of the OCTAPAD, slowiy turn the [MASTER] knob toward the right, and set the volume on the OCTAPAD and speakers. Use the IPHONES] knob to adjust the volume of the headphones.

Adjust your speaker system so that the volume is appropriate when the [MASTER] knob VOLUMF is approximately at the 3 oclock position as shown in the illustration. Turn the knob toward the right to increase the volume, or toward the left to decrease it. PHONES Turning the Power Off e the volume ofthe OCTAPAD and your speakers.

2. Turn offthe power of your speakers.

3. Hold down the [POWER] button until the display indicates "See you!”

Be sure to use the [POWER] button to turn off the power! The OCTAPAD automatically saves data during the power-down process. If power is turned off by unplugging the AC adaptor or power cable, data will NOT be saved, and malfunctions may occur.

Overview Welcome to the world of the OCTAPAD. This chapter provides an overall explanation of the OCTAPAD. Whether ou are a beginner or an experienced user of electronic musical equipment, reading this chapter will help you save time and learn to operate the OCTAPAD smoothly.

Overview of the OCTAPAD What is an Inst? All the sounds and instruments on board the OCTAPAD are referred to as “INST: What is does Layer mean? ‘Two Insts (Inst A, Inst B) can be assigned to each pad. “Inst Layer Type” (p. 30) lets you choose how the Layer function will operate. The layered sounds can be mixed equally, or can be controlled by playing dynamics. With a hi-hat for example, by playing softly you can have the closed hi-hat sound, and when playing harder, the open hi-hat sound (p. 33). Or you can use a snare drum sound, so when play softly you hear the head sound, and when playing louder you can have a rim shot. Volume Volume Fos Ba a Dynamics Dynamics When the layer type is" SWITCH" When the layer type is'FADE" What is a Kit? All instruments assigned to the eight pads and four external pads (p.60) as well as the effects used, are memorized as a “Kit You can select kits by pressing the [KIT] buttons (or foot-switches). In live performance situations, the Kit Chain function allows you to determine the switching order of selected kits. See p. 37. Also there is a Favorite function, giving you quick access to your favorite kits. See p. 22.

What are Ambience and FX? The “Ambience” selected is a global function, meaning that all kits will use this effect. You can select from various types of rooms and halls. “FX"is a full blown effects unit that can be used on an individual kit basis.

Multi Effects Processor Ambience FX What is a Phrase Loop? The Phrase Loop function is a recording feature that allows you to loop record something in real time, and then overdub on top. The potential is + very exciting for live performances. As each phrase has three “parts” it means, for example, that you can record à 16-beat phrase on part 1, some Latin percussion on part 2, and a either record or just perform a melodic percussion kit on top. I almost like À having three OCTAPADs! Editing and Saving Your Data The OCTAPAD features some powerful editing tools such as tuning, muffling, tone color etc. Also, the FX for each kit can be edited as well. This allows you to really personalize your sound. All of your edits are automatically saved internal. If you need to, you can restore an individual kit to the factory settings. See "04 FACTORY RESET" (p. 20). You can also use a USB memory (sold separately) to save your data. See p. 56.

Display, Buttons &Knobs OCTAPAD sPD:30 “01 OCTAPAD YEN) FE) FES) 16Fa|18"P0| coube | 10"Ru) PRG FO | TON | Tom) 10"ma| 12"Ma| 14"Ma| 16"Ma) Sutton} Button2 Button Knob1 Knob2 [nob3 Eaux CE} Function button 1-3 These buttons (from left to right) [Button 1], [Button 2], and [Button 3] execute various functions indicated in the bottom of the display. Function knob 1-3 These knobs (from left to right) [Knob 1], [Knob 2], and IKnob 3] correspond to functions indicated by a knob icon (9) in the display. [MENU] button To access the main menu screen. [QUICK] button In screens that show a Ê% icon in the upper right, pressing this button will call up various choices relative to the screen you are in. [BACK] button This button returns to the previous screen or cancels an operation [KIT] buttons Use these backlit buttons to switch kits. When editing, pressing these buttons will return you to the KIT screen.

• Be aware that the screen shots shown in this manual will not necessarily match the factory-set content shown in your screen (Kit names, Inst names, and Effect names).

• You may notice some inconsistency in the contrast ofthe display; this is not a malfunction. Adjust "LCD Contrast” (p. 52) appropriately to minimize the inconsistency in the display contrast.

Playing area Pad Status Illumination The LED indicators can be helpful when playing on a dark stage. See “lumination’” (p. 52). When using a Phrase Loop, they will show pad status (muted, erase, etc.) Pad Play them with sticks.

• Playing anything other than the pads can cause malfunctions. Volume & Power [VOLUME/PHONES] knob Adjusts the headphone volume. [VOLUME/MASTER] knob (+ P.5_ ] Adjusts the volume of the OUTPUT jacks. [POWER] button [P-5_] For turing the power on/off. Phrase Loop area D ES © D ns CEA For entering Phrase Loop mode. The Setup screen appears while holding down this button, and you can use the pads to select the number of CD ‘:: measures. IPLAYI/IREC] ([STOP]) button T , These buttons switch between recording (overdubbing) and playing the Gen Phrase Loop. Vou can stop the phrase by pressing the [PLAYI/(REC] buttons simultaneously. IMUTE] button While holding down this button and hitting a pad, you can mute or un-mute the corresponding track. Mute status is shown in the display and by the pads illumination. [ERASE] button While holding down this button and hitting a pad, you can erase a specific portion of a track. Hit the pad at the moment you want to start erasing, and once again when you want to stop. Erase status is shown in the display and by the pad illumination. IFX CTRL] button Press this button to access a screen allowing you to use the knobs to control effects. While in Phrase Loop record mode, these knob movements will be recorded. [SET LOOP/NEXT] button When this button is blinking, you can set the loop point (p.43). When this button is lit it is for reserving the operation (MUTE/PLAY/REC/STOP) that will occur at the beginning ofthe next loop (p.47). IV-LINKI button Pushing this button selects V-LINK mode, allowing you to control video devices in real time. This button will function even when not in Phrase Loop Mode. “PHRASE LOOP” tempo Indicator This blinks in time with tempo, To turn this function off, see "Tempo Indicator” (p. 52).

ear DCIN jack Connect the included AC adaptor here. USB MIDI connector With a USB cable, you can connect the OCTAPAD to your computer for triggering sounds or recording MIDI information to your software sequencer (DAW). Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards, The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet. To prevent the inadvertent disruption of power to your unit {should the plug be pulled out accidentallÿ) and to avoid apphing undue stress to the AC adaptor jack, anchor the power cord using the cord hook, as shown in the illustration: PHONES jack Even when using your headphones, sound is still output from the OUTPUT jacks. USB MEMORY slot With a USB memory (sold separately) x you can backup and load your data. je OUTPUT jacks For connection to your amplification or recording system. I making a MONO connection, use the L/MONO jack MIX IN jack For connecting an external audio device (MP3 player, computer, CD player etc). This audio signal will be sent to the OUTPUT and PHONES jacks. NOTE +_ To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn offthe power on all devices before making any connections. + When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs (MIX IN) may be low. Ifthis happens, use connection cables that do not contain resistors.

FOOT SW jack [P-53 ) Security slot (&) http://www.kensington.com/ You can connect a pair of foot switches to this input for various possibilities. MIDI connectors For connecting MIDI modules/interfaces. OUT— MDI — AIRIDE 3/H-HAT 2/SNARE KICK HHCTRL. Vcymbal Gymbal pad Vpad Kickrigger pad Hat control pedal leg. RC {eg.cvs) {eg entire PD series) Leg.D8 07) (Dava1) EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT jacks (+ P-60_) Even though jacks 1-4 have specific indications, you can use them as you like. Make sure you use the respective cables (stereo) for dual trigger pads/cymbals. All these options are for products sold separately. The HH CTRL jack is for using with comp: as an FD-8 or VH-11. Connect optional pedals and pads You can expand the possibiities of the OCTAPAD by connecting optional pedals and pads. This way you can play with your hands and feet. Here are some examples. le controllers such For details on how to attach the pad stand, refer to”Attaching the Stand (Sold Separatelÿ)" (p. 69). 13

Displays and Operations KIT Scree The KIT screen is the basic screen that appears after powering up the OCTAPAD. The function buttons and knobs below the screen are used to navigate between screens. Press the [BACK] button to return to the KIT screen. For details on each screen, refer to the indicated pages(æp. | The @icons indicate which function knob can be used. The A icon means a popup list will appear when you turn the knob, | FAVORITE (Sr-2 Register/recall favorite kits. KIT This is the basic screen for playing a kit.

THEU OCTAPAD oi il Mai 14"Ma| 1 | MULTI EDIT Edit various parameters. The F4 icon is shown in the upper right of the screen when à quick menu is available. Use [Knob 3] to adjust the tempo. [GRLBP# Use [Knobs 1-3] to control Para Tunina effects.

QUICK MENU Screens When you see the EX icon in the upper right of the screen, pressing the [QUICK] button accesses the relative menu. We‘ use the Quick Menu that appears in the KIT screen as an example. In this manual, we’|l use “QUICK MENU + Kit Name” to refer to the operation of choosing Kit Name from the QUICK MENU. NAME(9P-35 ) Assign a name to the kit. los ACDEFGHLIRLON ÉPGRSTUUURVZ. (QUICK MENU This is a menu suitable for each screen. COPY/PASTE(+P.35 ) Copy/paste kit or pad data. Paste _ >> Pad Exchanse.. KitProtect ON/OFF TOTTE D Pressing [Button 1] : LIRE —_—__— (CANCEL) takes you to preience. ONCE OCTAPAD the previous screen. l16 Kit Nane.. LES

Pad Étchan F2 Kitprotect ON/OFF Use IKnob 2] (SEL) to select an item, and use [Button 3] (OK) to confirm your choice (ie, move to that screen),

• When”Kit Protect” (p. 34) is on, certain parameters are not available. They are highlighted in a grey color.

MENU Scree Accessible from any screen pressing the [MENU] button takes you to the OCTAPAD's main menu. In various explanations regarding the screens and menus, when you see, for example, “choose MENU > SYSTEM > F.RESET.” the“->" points to the next selection you should make. For details on each screen, refer to the pages listed on [ MENU ‘This is the main menu screen. CAO usr seme ln us Pressing [Button 1] (CANCEL) takes you to the previous screen. ARE vaumne svsren Pro Use [Knob 1] (SELECT) to choose, and press [Button 3] (ENTER) to confirm. (De cs Basic operations in each screen Use [Knob 3] to modify the value Use [Kknob 1] to selecta parameter Use (Button 1] or [Button 2] to move to the tab, left orright *_ Press the [BACK] button to return to the previ INST(#P.30 Edit an Inst. PHRASE LOOP LIST(P-50 ) Select a phrase. 20 mens:a eear:a AMBIENCE Make ambience-related settings.

MENU screen Quick Menu If you press the MENU button and then press the [QUICK] button you will see “Force Save Data” in the pop-up window. By pressing [Button 3] (OK) current data will be saved. (Also, The OCTAPAD will save your data automatically during the power-off process). FX(9P.39 ] Make effect (FX) settings. MIDI(9P.63 ] Make MIDI settings for the kit. OTHERS Make other settings such as the kits volume or tempo. SETUP Make phrase loop settings.

TOOLS KIT CHAIN Switch kits in an order you USB Save/load data on USB memory. V-LINK(P-66 } Make V-LINK settings. ER 00] BK 00{ ER 00) EX 00! EK 0! BK 00! EK 00! SYSTEM to the entire OCTAPAD. Make system settings that apply PAD Make pad-related settings such as pad sensiti

PHRASE LOOP Screen Pressing the [STANDBY] button takes you to a page where you can set parameters of the phrase you are about to create. For details on each screen, refer to the page references shown below you want to simply learn the operations, refer to “05 Recording a Phrase Loop (PHRASE LOOP)" (p. 26) in the Basic Operation section. Press the ISTANDBY] button to enter Phrase Loop mode. From the standby state (stopped), pressing the ISTANDBY] button will make it go dark. You will exit Phrase Loop mode and return to the KIT screen.

Hit a pad to start recording Record REC(®P.45 Record your phrase. Play back PLAY(®P.45 ] Switch to PLAY mode.

Set loop points(®P.43 ) SET LOOP/ NEXT Loop recording Record an additional performance Perform along with the phrase playback Modify the phrase Reserve the next operation SET LOOP/ NEXT Control the effect FX CONTROL Use [Knob 1-3] to control the MUTE(®P.26 ) Mute the selected track. ERASE Erase the selected track.

The restore function gives you a choice of restoring individual kits or all of them, all phrases, or a full Factory Reset. NOTE When you perform the Factory Reset operation, the kits and phrase data saved in the OCTAPAD will be initialized. 1f there's any data you want to keep, be sure to back it up to USB memory as described in “Saving Data to USB Memory (USB-SAVE)" (p. 56).

• When“Write Protect” (p. 52) is ON, restore and factory reset functions are not available. They are highlighted in grey.

3. Proceed as follows. Ps T's lever |

If you selected”Restore One Kit” If you selected Restore AÏl Kits/ This function actually copies pre-set kit data stored Phrases/Factory Reset in the OCTAPAD' internal memory. The following screen message will appear. Poe | CODITa2z ALL Kits, Phrases and Pos Double dt RER one ac: DEC S Press CRESTORE) R8erteutee Press CBRCKUPA a ro 3-1. Use [Knob 1] (SOURCE) to select the source kit. 3-2. Use [Knob 3] (DEST) to select the destination kit. 3-1. Press [Button 3] (RESTORE or RESET) to execute.

33. Press Button SI(RESTORE to cute. . ss frunon 21 (BACKUP) to go to the USB-SAVE screen

The reset will be executed. Never turn off the power during the reset process.

Basic Operation Itis important to understand the basic operations and functions of the OCTAPAD before using it. Please read this section fully as you check out the OCTAPAD'S possibilities.

Select any kit. The kit number and name appear in the KIT screen. Information shown in the KIT screen FOIS = | Indicates ifthe FX/ambience are on or off and the FX name. OCTAPI

L Icoube nn re Fall Foi 7_FoN| TON | Ton] 10"Ma| 12"Ma| 19"Ma| 16"Ma The external trigger indicators can be turned on or off. ss The Inst and group names are highlighted when you play the pads. | See”Ext Pad Indicator” (p. 52). |

e àr @TErro Favorite [mutrienrlrxerns | DE Buttons FAVORITE KIT Use the backlit [KIT] buttons to switch kits. The kit will change immediately, or if you are in any edit screen you will return to the current KIT. By holding down either of the buttons, scrolling speed increases. KIT LIST In the KIT screen, turn [Knob 1] (KIT). The KIT LIST appears. Turn the same [Knob 1] to move the cursor. Press [Button 3] (OK) to select. The kit will switch. Heres how to register and recall your favorite kits.

OCTAPAD How to Register a favorite kit

In the KIT screen, press [Button 1] (FAVORITE) andthe list appears. Turn [Knob 1 (FAV KIT) to select the destination Press [Button 2] (ADD). The‘current” Kit you had selected before pressing the FAVORITE button will be assigned to your destination choice. How to Recall a favorite kit In the KIT screen, press [Button 1] (FAVORITE) andthe list appears. Use [Knob 1] (FAV KIT) to choose. Press [Button 3] (OK). You'l! switch to the kit that is selected in the list. KIT CHAIN Function The Kit Chain function allows you specify the order in which kits will switch. Very convenient for live performance. For details, refer to "KIT CHAIN”(p. 37). Foot Switch Foot switches can be used to change kits. 9 For details, refer to "Foot Switch and External Pad Settings (SYSTEM-CONTROL)" (p.53).

Here how to change or assign an Inst to each pad. More about Insts and Layers is here:"What is an Inst?" (p. 8). The changes you make here are saved. You can't modify a kit whose "Kit Protect’ (p. 34) is on.

1. Choose MENU + INST > INST (p. 16).

The INST screen appears. JS Indicates the pad youte currently editing and will change = when you play any pad.

Use [Knob 1] (SEL) to nn GE select a parameter. = The cursor will Initially be at Inst À, Select Inst À. 50 turning IKnob 31 (-/+) will fl Select Inst B. change Inst A. {This will not work if Inst Layer Type is"OFF") setar e Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to modify the value. Ps Tes te

2. Play any pad whose Inst you want to change.

3. Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to select an Inst.

Turn [Knob 2] (GROUP) to select the Inst group. 1inarle K 92 Custon k Press [Button 2] (PREVIEW) o audition the Inst. 93 Etren K 03 ShaTiou Ke De SEudio À 97 uood À Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to select an Inst. Press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm the selected Inst. List of Inst groups KI Kick (bass drum) PCI Percussion with heads SNR Snaredrum PC? Metal percussion TOM Tomtom PC3 _ Miscellancous percussion HH__ Héhatoymbal PCa Melodicpercusion RD Ridecymbal MEL Pichedinstuments CM Crashoymbal SPC Soundeffects or of

4. Repeat steps 2-3 to select the Inst for other pads.

5. Press the [BACK] button to return to the KIT screen.

% Information on layer and other parameters, can be found here:"Inst Settings (INST)" (p.30) You can exchange data between the pads. Refer to“Exchanging Pads (PAD EXCHANGE)" (p. 36).

What is Multi Edit? Pushing the Multi Edit button gives you access to 10 different editing parameters. (See the chart below) In the KIT screen, press [Button 2] (MULTI EDIT). The Multi Edit screen appears.

Here you can see all the relative values assigned to each pad and external trigger input. The changes you make are saved in the kit. You can't edit a kit whose "Kit Protect” (p. 34) is on. Name of the parameter you're editing and a popup list appears select a parameter here. Turn [Knob 1] (PARAM) F J Indicates the pad you're editing and will change when you Play a pad. a Value of each pad (Inst À is above, Inst B is below) Values for external trigger inputs 1-4 (Head is above, Rim is below) _J use tKnob 2] (8) to change the value of nstB (Rim) me re EE. Use [Knob 3] (A) to change the value of Inst À (Head). Press [Button 3] (ALL) to copy the current value to all pads and external triggers.

Turn [Knob 1] (PARAM) to select the parameter and press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm your choice. Parameter Value Explanation Negative (values vil lower the pitch; positive (+) values wi rase the pitch. The value will change Tuning 2400-+2400 in steps of 10 2s you turn the knob) Coarse Tune -2400-+2400 This is the same as Tuning, but the value will change in steps of 100 as you turn the knob. Muffing 0-50 increasing the value will decrease the resonance and decay. Soft Attack 0-50 Specifies the sharpness ofthe attack. Increasing the value will soften the sound attack one Color L50-H50 Modifies the brightness of the sound. Higher settings will produce a brighter sound. Positive (+ settings will make the pitch change from high to low. Negative ("1 settings will make the Pitch Sen “1097100 Pitch change from low to high. Volume 0-100 Specifies the volume. Pan LiS-CTR-RIS Specifies the pan position. CTRis center. IFthis is ON, the pad sound will play backwarel. Reverse OFF ON M Per _ Some Insts will NOT play in reverse. FX Send 0-100 or OFF, ON Determines the send level to FX (effech, Adjust accordingh: Hit a pad to select it for editing. I you want to edit multiple pads at the same time, hold down [Button 1] (MULTISEL) and play the desired pads. If you hit a pad that is not selected, it will cancel the multi selection. To stay in this multi selection mode, only play the pads you have selected. Use [Knob 3] (A) or [Knob 2] (B) to edit the value. IKnob 3] (A) changes the value for Inst A (Head). {Knob 2] (B) changes the value for Inst B (Rim). Press the [BACK] button to return to the KIT screen. If you want to adjust the pa sensitivity, refer to ‘Internal Pad Sen:

For an overview of the effects, refer to “What are Ambience and FX?" (p. 9). AMBIENCE

1. Choose MENU > AMBIENCE > AMBIENCE (p. 16).

The AMBIENCE screen appears. Use [Knob 1] and [Knob 3] to switch ambience on/off or change its type. Turns ambience on/off Ambience type Ambience depth Use [Knob 1] (SEL) to select a parameter. Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to edit the value. In the KIT screen, you can also turn ambience on/off by using QUICK MENU Ambience ON/OFF.

1. Choose MENU > FX > TYPE (p.16)

The FX screen appears. Use [Knob 3] to switch the FX type. Pad for which FX will apply FXtype Use [Knob 3] (TYPE) to display the FX type list. A diagram of the selected FX type will appear. | [Button 3] (BYPASS) temporarily turns FX off. Using the knobs to control FX

1. Press the [FX CTRL] button.

The FX CONTROL screen appears. You can use [Knob 1]-[Knob 3] to control the FX parameters. The most suitable parameters for the effect will automatically be assigned to the knobs. Changes you make in the FX CONTROL screen are not saved to the kit. TOI OCTAPAD Ts FX type

In kit"50: Tutorial, instruments are assigned to pads as follows. Start by practicing this phrase. Hihat cymbal Snare drum Kick (bass drum)

Step 2: Make Settings Before Recording Measures, Time Signature (Beat) and Metronome (Click) Sound settings Hold down the [STANDBY] button and the PHRASE LOOP SETUP screen appears. SETUP RE The screen you will see here will indicate, in the top row, the ; ; ‘@ length ofthe phrase (Measures). The time signature (Beat) is indicated in the lower row. Press [Button 2] (CLICK); a bar appears above the button, and the click (Metronome) will start. Hold down the [STANDBY] button and make your choice by hitting the relative pad or by turning [Knob 1] (MEAS) or [Knob 2] (BEAT). As shown in the illustration, please select (2 measures, 4 beats) for this recording.

2. Press [Button 2] (CLICK).

You'll hear the click (Metronome). + The click sound can also be turned on/off from the PHRASE LOOP screen by choosing the Quick Menu “Click ON/OFF" command. + The blinking tempo indicator (EE) also shows the rhythm. If you don't want to hear a click (such as in a live performance), you can turn off the click sound and record while watching the blinking tempo indicator. + As described in‘Metronome (Click) Sound Settings (PHRASE LOOP SETUP-CLICK)" (p.51), you can make settings such as “sounding the click only on the first pass of the loop; changing the type of click sound, or adjusting the click volume.

Quantization and tempo settings What is quantization? Quantization is a function that automatically corrects the timing of your playing. It only functions during the recording process. By making the appropriate quantization setting, you choose between resolution intervals of 8th notes, 12th note triplets, 16th notes, or 24th note triplets. When you take your finger off the [STANDBY] button, it will light and the PHRASE LOOP screen appears. Turn [Knob 1] (QTZ) The currently selected kit is shown. to select the quantize 5 interval. Or select'OFE" Turn [Knob 3] (TEMPO) to set the tempo. You can set the tempo manually by tapping [Button 3] (TAP) : / four times or more. You can also set the tempo by holding To start recording, press pe down [Button 3] (TAP) and playing a pad four times or more. {Button 2] (START) or hit 8 a pad. Now make settings for the phrase that you will record (quantize to 8th notes, tempo 100).

3. Turn [Knob 1] (QTZ) to set quantization to“) 8” (8th notes).

If yourre confident that you have precise timing, you can leave this setting"OFF"

You can also setthe tempo of the phrase before entering standby mode, in the kit screen. ep 3: Recording Play the pads in rhythm with the click. Recording automatically begins the moment you hit the first pad.

• Recording or playback will not start even if you press the [REC] button or [PLAY] button. These buttons only switch between Record and Play modes. In order to start the phrase, you must either hit a pad or press [Button 2] (START).

1. Hitthe pads to record the phrase.

Although you are free to record all pads at the same time, you can also record (overdub) each pad individually, for example by starting with the bass drum, then recording the snare drum, and then the hi-hat etc. Recordthe hi-hat on the third pass Record the snare drum on the second pass Recordthe bass drum on the fist pass

2. When you’re finished recording, press the [PLAY] button.

The [PLAY] button lights, and your switched to Play mode. The phrase will play only. No recording is possible. + If you press the [REC] button again, you return to the Record (REC) mode. + To stop the phrase, hold down the [PLAY] button and press the [REC] button.

If you want to re-do the recording, its easy to use the following methods. Erasing a Track (ERASE) During playback or recording, you can erase just the track of a specific pad.

1. Hold down the [ERASE] button, and when you want to start erasing, hit the pad whose track you want

toerase. That pad’ illumination will blink while its track is being erased.

2. Hold down the [ERASE] button, and when you want to stop erasing, hit the pad whose track was being

erased. Undoing a Recording (UNDO) You can undo the previous recording or erasure. Perform the following step immediately after you've recorded or erased data. You can't undo once youve stopped the phrase.

1. Inthe PHRASE LOOP screen (during PLAY or REC), choose the QUICK MENU command Undo REC (or

Undo ERASE). Clearing the Phrase (CLEAR PHRASE) If you want to re-record from scratch, you can clear the phrase.

1. In the PHRASE LOOP screen (while stopped), choose the QUICK MENU command Clear Phrase.

2. When the confirmation message appears, press [Button 3] (OK).

ving the Phrase (SAVE PHRASE) The recorded phrase will be lost when you exit Phrase Loop mode, select a different phrase, or turn offthe power. If you want to keep the phrase, you can save it to internal memory or to USB memory.

1. _Inthe PHRASE LOOP screen (while stopped), choose the QUICK MENU command Save Phrase.

When the SAVE PHRASE screen appears, save the phrase as described in the procedure on p. 49. xiting Phrase Loop Mod In the standby condition (while stoppedi, press the [STANDBY] button to make it go dark; you'll exit Phrase Loop mode and return to the KIT screen.

• If you leave the phrase loop mode without saving your data it will be lost. (A reminder will appear in the screen.) Advanced techniques In addition to the Phrase Loop functions explained here, you can mute a specific pad, record knob movements while you use the knobs to control an effect, or reserve the operation that will occur on the next loop. % For details, refer to“Editing a Phrase” (p. 46).

Advance Operation This chapter explains how to create a kit and use effects. 2 Phrase Loop ..................................p.43 This chapter provides a full explanation ofthe Phrase Loop functionality. 3 Other Settings ................................p.52 This chapter explains settings such as pad and pedal calibration, and how to connect MIDI and USB equipment.

Rcreztino a Kit nst Settings (INST) Inst and Layer Settings (INST-INST) For more about Insts and Layers, refer to" What is an Inst?” (p. 8). How to access individual Inst parameters for each pad. + Choose MENU -> INST -> INST (p. 16). The INST-INST screen appears. DOTE COTEFE Darkened pad indicator is the pad you're editing. Hit the pad to change this. Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to edit the value. Use IKnob 1] (SEL) to select a parameter. Press [Button 3] (ALL) to copy the current value to all pads and external triggers.

2. Hitthe pad that you want to edit; it will be selected.

3. Turn [Knob 1] (SEL) to select a parameter.

4... Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to edit the value. Parameter Value Explanation Volume (Oniy inst À wil play. I Layer is set to other than OFF, the indication shown in his playing lusration wi appear atthe upper ef ofthe Inst name ERA cn indication in screens such as the KIT screen. G"Fa Ba Dynamics ee ra Volume Inst A and inst will both playtogether. Volume Ifthe Layer Point has been specified, Inst will be heard only when you hi the pad more strong} than the specified Layer Point x Plying velocityvalue asshoumintheilustrtion B ping Dynamics atright A Dynamics Volume Inst Layer Type swrrcx Hits that are softer than the Layer Point will play Inst À, and hits that are stronger wil play Inst B. 8, Playing "A Dynamics Volume Inst 8 wa be added to Inst 8 when you play more strongly than the Layer Point. 8, Playing N Dynamics Volume ‘his is essentially the same as FADE, but Inst À will decrease as you play the pad XFADE more strongly than the Layer Point. Paying Ba Dynamics Layer Point 7 Species the velochy value at ich inst 8 vil start being hear InstA Select Inst A For detail on hou to select hi, refer to *02 Selectingan Inst UNS)" (p.23. inst Select Inst, For tail on hou select this refer to 02 Selctng an ist (NS (23) On an acoustic drum set, for example, the open hi-hat and closed hi-hat will not be heard simultaneoushy You can use Mute Group settings to simulate this behavior. Mute Group OFF,1-6 Mute Group is a function that prevents Insts of the same mute group setting from being heard together. You can specify six mute groups. f you don't want an Inst to belong to any mute group, choose "OFF" Dynamics OFF. ON If you choose OFF, playing dynamics will be ignored, and the Inst will only sound at the maximum velocity (127)

You can't select Inst Layer Type for an external pads For external pad (p.60), you can only use 2 sounds: Inst Head and Inst Rim. (Dual trigger pad is needed to have head and rim sounds) Refer to the owners manual of the pad yourre using. Internal pads External pads Head shot Rim shot InstA InstHead Inst InstRim InstHead Inst Rim Editing an Inst (INST-EDIT) Here's how to access the various editing parameters.

1. Choose MENU + INST + EDIT (p. 16).

The INST-EDIT screen appears. Indicates the pad yourre editing hit a pad to change this. | MUFFINS Knob 3] (A) edits the Inst À (Head) value. Use [Knob 1] (SEL) to soft Attack select a parameter. Tone Color {Knob 2] (8) edits the Inst B (Rim) value. | Press [Button 3] (ALL) to copy the current value to all pads. stay © €

2. Hitthe pad that you want to edit; it will be selected.

3. Turn [Knob 1] (SEL) to select a parameter.

4. Turn [Knob 3] (A) or [Knob 2] (B) to edit the value.

+ [Knob 2] (B) edits the Inst B (Rim) value. +_[Knob 3] (A) edits the Inst À (Head) value. Parameter Value Explanation Tuning 20022400 ae ner he th nc pote eng a eh Turin ange Muffing 0-50 increasing this value wil decrease the resonance and decay of the sound. Soft Attack 0-50 AAdjusts the sharpness ofthe sounds attack Higher settings will produce à softer attack Tone Color L50-H50 Adjusts the brightness of the sound. Higher settings will produce à brighter sound. bitch Swecp 00-100 at 7 einge mate eh ve fm ho Nage (tree he ich emo rom Volume 0100 Species the volume. Pan Ls-CTR-A1S Species the pan setting. CTRis center. Hfthis is ON, the pad! sound wil play backward. Reverse OFF,ON + Some Insts will NOT play in reverse.

Hi-hat Settings (INST-HH CTRL) Here you can decide how the hi-hat Inst will sound, and choose the Inst to be controlled by a hi-hat control pedal (FD-8: sold separately).

1. Choose MENU > INST > HH CTRL (p. 16).

The INST-HH CTRL screen appears. Values for each pad (Inst A is above, Inst B is below) Values for external trigger inputs 1-4 (Head is above, Rim is below) (= . D 2] (8) edits the Inst B (Rim) value. TKnob 3 (A) edit te Inst À (Head) value. CR TS

2. Turn [Knob 1] (PADSEL) (or hit a pad) to select the pad that you want to edit.

3. Turn [Knob 3] (A) or [Knob 2] (B) to edit the value.

+ [Knob 2] (B) edits the Inst B (Rim) value. + [Knob 3] (A) edits the Ins À (Head) value. {Knob 1] (PAD SEL) selects the pad to edit. Value D cosE Plays the closed i-hat sound. HALF Plays the halopen hchat sound OPEN Plays the open hat sound Chogse"PEDAL ia -hat control pedal (FD 8: sold separate is connected. The h-hat sound wi sit HHCTRL PEDAL according to how the h-hat control pedal is pressed + Only one ofthe pads can be set to"PEDAL" ‘The sound will play when you press the hi-hat control pedal. + Only one ofthe pads can be set to"PEDAL" No sound will play when you press the hi-hat control pedal.

HH CTRL setting examples Ifa hi-hat control pedal is connected Choose "PEDAL"for the pad that's assigned to the hi-hat Inst. Ifa hi-hat control pedal is not connected Make the following settings if you want to assign the closed hi-h I you want to use one pad to play both the closed hi-hat, and b Inst A and B of a single pad, set"Inst Layer Type” (p. 30) to"SWITC the dynamic level at which the hi-hat will open. Piéying Dynamics INST Screen QUICK MENU Setto"PEDAL" at and open hi-hat sounds to two different pads. LEARN DE TEDN TR EMRE) - Inst Ato"CLOSE" e able to switch to the open hi-hat, choose the same hi-hat Inst for both Hand set HH CTRL as follows. Use the “Layer Point” (p. 30) setting to specify From the INST screen, press the [QUICK] button to access the following QUICK MENU. Mens Epneten Page Copy Pad Copy pad settings. p.35 Paste Pad Paste pad seing. p.35 Pad Exchange Access the Pad Exchange screen where you can exchange pacs p.36 Multi Ed Access the MULTI EDIT screen where you can edit the tuning and volume of each pad p.24 KitProtect ONVOFF Switch te kit protect seing onvoff. p.34

ttings for the Entire Kit (KIT OTHER Kit Volume, Tempo, and Protect (KIT OTHERS-KIT) Here you can edit the kits volume, tempo, and protect settings.

Parameter Value Explanation Kit Volume 0-100 The volume of the entire kit You can specify a tempo for each kit. Ifthe system setting"Ki Tempo Func” (p.52) set to ENABLE, the tempo will KitTempo 9FF:40-260 change to the kit tempo when you switch kits. However, the tempo wil| not change if the Kit Tempo is Of. Kit Protect OFE.ON Mk Protect ON that cannot dd. Protect ON, 2 icon is shown beside the kit number in the IT screen. Phrase Settings Recalled by the Kit (KIT OTHERS-PHRASE) You can specify the phrase settings that the kit will recall.

Parameter Value Explanation rase Pla . ‘The Phrase Loop wil start playing using the phrase you assign here (internal data only) when you hold dowm the Phrase Play OFf01-50 foot switch assigned to thePAD CTRL (p. 53) and hit the [Phrase Play] pad. r PHRASE TEMPO, You can choose whether the tempo that wil be used following the Phrase Play will be the tempo at the time the empo (CURRENT TEMPO phrase was saved (PHRASE TEMPO) or the current tempo (CURRENT TEMPO)

• In some cases the NAME palette may also be displayed from other screens as well. The NAME palette will appear. Use the following knobs and buttons to enter a name; when yourre finished, press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm it. ( curor (os the character at the cursor (l'isersa space at the cursor position ) ryrase | to AECDEFGHIIRCAN MPGRSTUUUXOZ IKnob 1] (ABC) Selects from a list of uppercase characters IKnob 2] (abc) Selects from a list of lowercase characters IKnob 3] (123) Selects from a list of numerals CS 1]and [Button 2] move the cursor ] Button 3] (OK) … Finalizes the name and closes the NAME palette NAME Palette QUICK MENU In the NAME palette, pressing the [QUICK] button will access the following QUICK MENU. Menu Explanation Copy Name Copies the entire text string. Paste Name Pastes the entire text string Clear AN Clearsthe entire text string) Copying a Kit or Pad (COPY Heres how to copy a kit or pad. Copying a Pad This function will copy the most recently-struck pad, and copy its settings to another pad. You can also copy to other kits.

1. From the KIT screen, choose QUICK MENU - Copy > Pad (p. 15).

Alternatively, from the INST screen, choose QUICK MENU -> Copy Pad. With the cursor located at the menu (don't press [Button 3] (OK) yet), the copy-source pads illumination will blink. If desired, you can change pads by striking a different pad.

2. Press [Button 3] (OK) to copy the pad.

If you want to paste to a different kit, select the paste-destination kit.

3. From the KIT screen, choose QUICK MENU + Paste > Pad.

Alternatively, from the INST screen, choose QUICK MENU + Paste Pad. With the cursor located at the menu (don't press [Button 3] (OK) yet), the copy-destination pad' illumination will blink. If desired, you can change pads by striking the desired pad.

4. Press [Button 3] (OK) to paste the pad settings.

Copying a Kit Here how to copy the currently selected kit.

A confirmation screen appears.

7. Press [Button 3] (OK) to paste the kit.

ads (PAD EXCHANGE) Here's how to exchange the settings of two pads. You can also exchange pads between kits.

1. From the KIT screen (or the INST screen, etc.), choose QUICK MENU + Pad Exchange (p. 15).

The PAD EXCHANGE screen appears. FO il OCTAPAD

2. Hitthefirst pad to select it.

The selected pad will be shown in the screen, and the selected pad illumination will blink. If you want to exchange pads across kits, use the [KIT] buttons to select the desired kit. If you decide to cancel the procedure, press [Button 1] (CANCEL).

3. Hitthe pad to be exchanged.

The pad settings will be exchanged.

Er CHAIN The Kit Chain function lets you decide a specific order in which kits will be switched. This makes it very easy, during live performances, to switch kits in your desired order. You can use the [KIT] buttons or a foot switch (sold separately) to do the switching. You can create eight Kit Chain Banks (A-H) with 20 kits in each chain. Chain Bank A Chain Bank B Chain Bank C .. Chain Bank H STEP STEP2 STEP3

Creating a Kit Chain (KIT C Here how to create a kit chain.

1. Choose MENU + Kit Chain (p. 16).

The KIT CHAIN screen appears. Use the following knobs and buttons to create your kit chain. 2° Chain bank name (use the QUICK MENU to edit} ] IKnob 1] (STEP) IKnob 3] (-/+) changes the ki (list display) changes the step [Button 3] (CHAIN) turns the chain on/off (When on, a bar is shown above the button.) (uen 1] and [Button 2] change banks ] This can also be switched from the KIT screen QUICK MENU. KIT CHAIN Screen QUICK MENU From the KIT CHAIN screen, press the [QUICK] button to access the following QUICK MENU. DT r moe Up Mavas he acid sp up one ice =) ——. née =

witching Kit Chains From the KIT screen, choose QUICK MENU + Kit Chain ON/OFF to turn Kit Chain on/off. I Kit Chain is on;the CHAIN icon appears in the display. You can use the knobs, [KIT] buttons, or foot switch to move in the order you have decided. You can also switch between the Chain Banks. (OS 7 icon OCTAPAD

The BANK list appears when you turn [Knob 2] (BANK). The STEP list appears when you turn IKnob 1] (STEP). Press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm. Press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm. Go back one step

Ï Using the Effects (FX) The onboard effects processor, “FX”, has 30 different effects to choose from. X Settings (FX) Switching the FX Type (FX-TYPE) Here‘s how to switch the FX type.

1. Choose MENU > FX > TYPE (p.16).

The FX-TYPE screen appears. Pads for which FX is enabled FXtype IKnob 3] (TYPE) displays a list of FX types. A diagram of the selected FX type is shown. [Button 3] (BYPASS) temporarily turns FX off.

2. Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to select an FX type.

3. Press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm.

Pads for which FX is enabled ] IKnob 1] (SEL) selects IKnob 3] (-/+) edits the value. ] a parameter. [Button 3] (BYPASS) temporarily turns FX of. |

2. Turn [Knob 1] (SEL) to select a parameter.

+_ The parameters will differ depending on the FX. + Parameters for which the following icons are shown can be controlled using the knobs in the FX CONTROL screen (p.41). Knob 1 o Knob2 Knob 3

Setting the FX Send Level for Each Pad (FX-SEND) Each pad has its own individual effects send level.

1. Choose MENU + FX > SEND (p. 16).

The FX-SEND screen appears. Value for each pad (Inst À is above, Inst B is below) ] Value for external trigger inputs 1-4 (Head is above, Rim is {Knob 1] (PAD SEL) it below) selects the pad to edit. ___7" TKnob 2] (8) edits the Inst B (Rim) value. IKnob 3] (A) edits the Inst À (Head) value.

2. Turn [Knob 1] (PADSEL) (or hit a pad) to select the pad whose settings you want to edit.

The FX-SEND screen parameters can not be copied/pasted, That is why there is no QUICK MENU access in this screen. Copyi Settings The currently selected FX settings can be copied to a different kit.

1. Fromthe FX screen, choose QUICK MENU > Copy FX.

2. Press [Button 3] (OK) to copy the FX settings.

3. Selectthe copy-destination kit.

4. Fromthe FX screen, choose QUICK MENU + Paste FX.

5. Press [Button 3] (OK) to paste the FX settings.

s to Co FX (FX CONTRO Using t ) You can use [Knob 1]-[Knob 3] to control FX parameters. For each FX, the most suitable parameters are automatically assigned to the three knobs. Changes you make in the FX CONTROL screen are not saved to the kit.

1. Pressthe [FX CTRL] button.

The FX CONTROL screen appears.

You can also access the FX CONTROL screen from the KIT screen by pressing [Button 3] (FX CTRL). FXtype Pads for which FX is enabled. [Button 1] (SEND) moves to a screen IKnob 1-3] adjusts the effect parameters. where you can set the send level for each pad [Button 3] (BYPASS) temporarily turns FX off. When yourre recording a phrase loop (REC mode), knob movements are recorded on the phrase‘ FX track. [Button 1] operates as TR MUTE: the FX track will be muted when you turn it on. O1:OCTAPAD eee 01-1 «æ FX CTRL

Adjusting the FX send level for each pad (FX CONTROL-FX SEND) The FX SEND (FX send level) screen is also accessible from the FX CONTROL screen.

1. Pressthe [FX CTRL] button.

2. Thenpress [Button 1] (SEND) to enter the FX SEND (FX send level) screen.

Operations are as mentioned above p. 40. Remember that any changes made via this page will NOT be saved to the kit. Movements or adjustments to send levels while in Rec mode ofthe phrase loop will NOT be recorded into the phrase.

Ï Editing the AMBIENCE This section explains how to adjust the overall sound of the entire OCTAPAD. You can use a choice of Ambiences plus an Equalizer and Limiter. As these effects are applied to the entire OCTAPAD, they will not change when you switch kits. Ambience Settings (AMBIENCE-AMBIENCE) Heres how to make Ambience settings. You can make adjustments as appropriate for the environment in which yourre playing the drums.

Parameter Value Explanation ‘Ambience on/off Switeh OFF ON You can also turn ambience on/off from the KIT screen by choosing QUICK MENU > Ambience ON/OFF. Type 17 Ambience type Depth 1-10 Ambience depth Equalizer Settings (AMBIENCE-EQ) HereS how to make Equalizer settings that adjust the tonal character of the low, middle and high frequency ranges.

1. Choose MENU > AMBIENCE > EQ (p. 16).

The AMBIENCE-EQ screen appears. The editing procedure is the same as for Ambience. Parameter Value Explanation Switch OF,ON Equalizer on/off High “12-4648 High range boost/eut Mid “12-4648 Middle range boost/cut Low 24648 Low range boost/eut Limiter Settings (AMBIENCE-LIMIT) Here how to make Limiter settings that compress sounds that are louder than a specified volume level, thus making the volume more consistent.

1. Choose MENU > AMBIENCE > LIMIT (p. 16).

The AMBIENCE-LIMIT screen appears. The editing procedure is the same as for Ambience. Parameter Value Explanation Switch OFF, ON Limiter on/off Threshold -12-0d8 Volume level at which compression will begin

Ecreztino a Phrase For an overview of Phrase Loop, refer to"What is a Phrase Loop?" (p. 9). Measures, Time Signature (Beat) and Metronome (Click) Sound Settings (SETUP) Hold down the [STANDBY] button; the PHRASE LOOP SETUP screen appears. The position you hit on the pads will be selected ] The upper rowr is Measures, the lower row is Beat. | Press [Button 2] (CLICK); a bar appears above the button, and the click {Metronome) will start. J° You can also editthe values by turning fKnob 1] (MEAS) or Knob 2] (BEAT). # For details on operation, refer to “Measures, Time Signature (Beat) and Metronome (Click) Sound settings” (p. 26). Parameter Value Explanation. Number of measures in the phrase. Measures 1-96,FRÈE If you choose “FREE! use the [SET LOOP] button during recording to set the loop point (see below). You can use “Default Measures” (p.51) to specify the default value of this parameter. Time signature ofthe phrase. Beat 19 You can use“Defauft Beat” (p.51) to specify the default value of this parameter. Metronome (click) sound on/off. Gi OF ON You can use“Defauft Click" (p. 51) to specify the default value of this parameter. As described inMetronome (Click) Sound Settings (PHRASE LOOP SETUP-CLICK)" (p.51), you can make the click sound only on the first pass ofthe loop, change the type of click sound, and adjust the click volume, Using the [SET LOOP] Button to Set the Loop Point Ithe STANDBY screens Measures parameter is set to FREE/ you can use the [SET LOOP] button to set the loop point during recording. If Measures is set to ‘FREE!’the [SET LOOP] button will blink during recording (or during playback). When youve entered the measure at which you want to loop, press the [SET LOOP] button: the end of that measure will be set as the loop point.

• You can't setthe loop point in the middle of a measure. Press the [SET LOOP] button Using a foot switch to set the loop point If you connect a foot switch (FS-SU, sold separately; p. 53) and set the system setting “Foot Sw”(p. 53) to"PHRASE-LOOP CTRL;" you'll be able to setthe loop point by pressing the foot switch.

The firsttime you hold doun the The second üime you press the foot The third and subsequenttimes @ foot switch, the SETUP screen D. switch, the end of the measure will be SP”. you press the foot switch, yourll appears. setas the loop point. suitch between PLAY and REC. {Same operation as the [STANDBY] button) {Same operation as the [SET LOOP] button) {Same operation as the [PLAYJ/IREC] button)

Quantize and Tempo Settings (STANDBY) Press the [STANDBY] button; the [STANDBY] button will light, and the PHRASE LOOP STANDBY screen appears. Tu [Knob 1] (QTZ)to The currently selected kit is shown here. | set the quantization. 2 Iyou select"OFF" ENCRES quantization will not be [16°Fa| 18*po| coube| 10"ru] Turn [Knob 3] (TEMPO) to set the tempo. | applied You can set the tempo by pressing [Button 3] (TAP) four times Press [Button 2] (START) or more at the desired tempo (Tap Tempo). In the same way, you can also set the tempo by holding down [Button 3] (TAP) orhit a pad to start 4 1 recording. ke 86 and striking a pad four times or more at the desired tempo. 9 For details on operation, refer to"Quantization and tempo settings" Parameter Value Explanation _ The Quantiz function automatically corect naccuracies in the timing at which you play the pads during QTZ Quantize) APE 12 recording. youve enabled Quantiz, your his il be recorded at precis ntervals of Bth notes, 12h note F16,824 triplets, 16th notes, or 24th note triplets. Quantize works only during recording. “This is the tempo ofthe phrase. IFthe OCTAPAD tempo is synchronized to an external clock (see “MIDI Sync" Tempo 40-260 (p.65) you can also synchronize beyond the specified tempo. Instead of the tempo value, the tempo field will indicate the external clock source (‘MIDI or*US8"). STANDBY Screen QUICK MENU From the PHRASE LOOP STANDBY screen, press the [QUICK] button to access the following QUICK MENU. Menu Explanation Page Part1 Part2 Changes the current part (the currently selected part p.44 Part3 Click ON/OFF Tums the click sound on/off. p.43 Phrase List ‘Opens the PHRASE LIST screen, allowing you to load a phrase. p.50 Save Phrase Saves the phrase. p.49 Clear Phrase Erases the currently selected phrase. p.28 Switching the Part's Kit (STANDBY) Each phrase has three parts, and each part can simultaneously play a different kit. From the PHRASE LOOP STANDBY screen, open the QUICK MENU and choose Part 1-3. The current part (currently selected part) will change. Currentiy selected part Use the [KIT] buttons to switch kits. The kit ofthe current part will change. NOTE If not even one note has been recorded in the part (such as when you've loaded à phrase), a check mark is shown for the part, and you won't be able to switch kits. Track 10 External Pad 2 Track 11 External Pads Track 12 External Padé

cording a Phrase (REC Mode) From the PHRASE LOOP STANDBY screen, press [Button 2] (START) or hit a pad to start recording. Shows each pad's track data and Inst name. Po coube | 10"Ru) É | liovnslianal anal 16rna) The bar indicates the data of all parts, and the position pointer w and remaining measures are shown. This indicates each parts kit. I not even one note has been recorded in a part, a check marks displayed and you won't be able to switch Indicates the current measure and beat | You can use [Button 1] (PART 1)-[Button 3] (PART 3) to switch the current part. % For details on operation, refer to “Step 3: Recording” (p. 27). You can cancel (Undo) the recording you just performed (p. 28). forming Along wi a Recorded Phrase (PLAY Mod Press the [PLAY] button; the [PLAY] button will light, and you'll switch to Play mode. Recording will not occur even if you play the pads. Shows each pad's track data and Inst name. The bar indicates the data of all parts, and the position pointer w and remaining measures are shown. This indicates each parts kit. I not even one note has been recorded in a part, a check marks displayed and you won't be able to switch kits. Indicates the current measure and beat. You can use [Button 1] (PART 1)-[Button 3] (PART 3) to switch the current part. REC/PLAY Screen QUICK MENU From the PHRASE LOOP STANDBY screen, press the [QUICK] button to access the following QUICK MENU. Menu Explanation Page Undo REC {or Undo You can undo a recording or erase operation that you just performed. Immediately after recording or eresing, perform the ERASE) following operation. Once you stop the phrase, it will no longer be possible to Undo ps Part Level Adjusts the level of parts 1-3. p.48 Favorite ON When ON, you can choose kits from favorite kits only. P2 Kit Chain ON When ON, you can choose kits from the Kit Chain on. p.37 Fav/Chain OFF This turns either ofthe 2 above choices OFF _ Click ONIOFF Furns the click sound on/off. p.43 Clear Part Data Erases the data of the currently selected part À confirmation screen will appear, press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm. Phrase (STOP) topping To stop the phrase, hold down the [PLAY] button and press the [REC] button. You will return to the STANDBY screen (p.44).

Ï Editing a Phrase What You can do in REC/PLAY Mode In Phrase Loop record or play mode, you can press the following buttons to access various realtime editing or performance functions. This ability to modify phrases in realtime is one of the OCTAPAD' most important and distinguishing features. Button Explanation. Page Sitches to Play (PLAY) mode. Recording will not occur even if you play the pads. p.45 CO |h Switches to Record (REC) mode. Your pad performance will be recorded p.45 By holding down the [MUTE] button and striking a pad, you can mute or un-mute that track. MT) The mute status is shown in the display and by the pad status ilumination. By holding down the [ERASE] button and striking a pad, you can selectively erase an unwanted section of a track. Hit the rase Jh_ pad at the beginning ofthe section you want to erase, and hi it once again at the end of the section. The erase status is p.47 shown in the display and by the pad status illumination. Press the [FX-CTRL] button to access the FX-CONTROL screen, where you can use the knobs to control the effect. If yourre TRE] | eecording a phrase loop, the knob movements can be recorded. pat F When button is blinking: Sets the loop point. p.43 Jh wrenbuttonislit … Reserves the operation (MUTE/PLAY/REC/STOP) that will occur atthe beginning ofthe next loop. p.47

If youve connected a foot switch and set the system setting“Foot Sw”to"PAD CTRL' you can hold down the foot switch and hit a pad to perform the same operations as the buttons listed above. See Foot switch (p. 53). ting a Track (MUTE) Hold down the [MUTE] button; the PHRASE LOOP MUTE screen appears. Muted pads (tracks) are Pad Status Illumination shaded gray. Data exists No data Pressing [Button 2] (FLIP ALL) will exchange the muted and un-muted status of all tracks. Pressing [Button 3] (MUTE ALL) will temporarily mute all tracks. By holding down the [MUTE] button and striking a pad, you can mute or un-mute that track.

Differences in muting between Play mode and Rec mode In Play mode, muted tracks will not be heard. For example, you could mute à the snare drum and bass drum tracks, and hit the pads to play these yourself. In Rec mode, muted tracks will not be heard, just as in Play mode. The difference is that in Rec mode, striking the pad of a muted track will erase all data from that track and un-mute that track.

asing a Track (ERASE) Hold down the [ERASE] button; the PHRASE LOOP ERASE screen appears. The text label of the pad (track) being erased will blink. Pad Status Illumination Erasing

Data exists Pressing [Button 1] (CANCEL) will cancel all ofthe erase start points, and recover the data Pressing the [Button 3] (FX TRACK) will delete the entire FX Control track (p. 41) By holding down the [ERASE] button and striking a pad, you can selectively erase an unwanted portion of a track. Hit the pad at the beginning ofthe section you want to erase, and hit it once again at the end of the section.

+ You can undo the erase operation that you just performed (p. 28). + When in the record mode, if you play a pad that you are actually erasing, that sound will be recorded. at the Next Loop (NEXT) Here‘ how to reserve the operation (MUTE/PLAY/REC/STOP) that will occur at the beginning of the next loop. Perform this operation in Rec or Play modes (while a phrase is playing).

1. Press the [SET LOOP/NEXT] button.

• Ifthe [SET LOOP/NEXT] button is blinking slowly (ie, when the loop point has not been set), it will operate as the SET LOOP function (p.43), so you won't be able to reserve the next operation. If the [SET LOOP/NEXT] button is li, you will be able to reserve the next operation.

2. Press the button that you want to reserve.

You can reserve MUTE, PLAY, REC, or STOP. I you're reserving the Mute operation, hold down the [MUTE] button and hit the pad that you want to mute. The [SET LOOP/NEXT) button will blink. Iyoufrereserving the Stop operation, press the [PLAY] button and [REC] button simultaneously. The button whose operation you reserved will blink. The next time the phrase reaches the beginning ofthe loop, the reserved operation will occur. ‘The reserved button will blink. © Gen

Adjusting the Volume of Each Part (PART LEVE Here's how to adjust the level of parts 1-3. From the PHRASE LOOP screen (during Rec or Play), choose the QUICK MENU command Part Level.

Press the [BACK] button to return to the REC/PLAY screen. Use the three knobs to adjust the level of parts 1- 4 Indicates the current part and each parts kit. | Use [Knob 1]-{Knob 3] to adjust the level of parts 1-3. i-1 You can use [Button 1] (PART 1)-{Button 3] (PART 3) to switch he current part. I elii els From the standby condition (i.e., stopped), press the [STANDBY] button to make it go dark; you will exit Phrase Loop mode and return to the KIT screen.

• If you leave the phrase loop mode without saving your data it will be lost. (A reminder will appear in the screen.)

Asavino/Loacing a Phrase aving a Phrase (SAVE PHRASE) A phrase you record will be lost when you select a different phrase or turn off the power. You can save the phrase to internal memory or to USB memory. From the PHRASE LOOP screen (while stopped), choose the QUICK MENU command Save Phrase. The SAVE PHRASE screen appears. Use the following knob and buttons to select the save-destination, and then press [Button 3] (SAVE) to save the phrase. If you select a number that already contains data, a screen will ask you to confirm the overwrite. Press [Button 3] (OK) to save the phrase. Turn [Knob 1] (SAVE TO) to select the save-destination phrase number. Press [Button 2] (NAME) to access the NAME palette (p. 35), where you can assign a name to the phrase. Press [Button 1] to switch between internal ANT) and USB memory. Press [Button 3] (SAVE) to execute the Save operation.

Loading a Phrase (PHRASE LIST) Phrases saved to internal memory or USB memory can be selected from a list and previewed, or you can load that phrase and use Phrase Loop to play it or record additional material into it. Choose MENU + LIST (p. 16). The PHRASE LIST screen appears. Use the following knob and buttons to select a phrase, and then press [Button 3] (STANDBY); the phrase will be loaded and the STANDBY screen (p. 44) will appear. Turn [Knob 1] (SELECT) to select the phrase Loi neue Information about the selected phrase is shown here. | er Inter lue number that you want Se] Interlude to load. Sa. Interlude Se Interlude Pi (Bi 2] (PREVIEW) idi he phi ES ALTER ress [Button 2] ( to audition the phrase. ÉMRTES Press [Button 1] to , switch between internal Éd Press [Button 3] (STANDBY) to load the phrase and go to the INT) and USB memory. AT: STANDBY screen (p. 44).

• Do not hit the pads while you're auditioning (PREVIEW) a phrase from USB memory. The vibration may cause errors. PHRASE LIST Screen QUICK MENU

From the PHRASE LIST screen, press the [QUICK] button to access the following QUICK MENU. Menu Explanation Page Change Name Displays the NAME palette, where you can assign a name to the phrase. p.35 Delete Phrase Deletes the phrase selected in the list, À confirmation message will appear, press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm the deletion.… —

Phrase Loop and Metronome (Click) Sound Settings Phrase Loop Settings (PHRASE LOOP SETUP Heres how to make phrase loop settings.

Parmeter Value Explanation. Sound {inst Name) Type of click sound. Volume 0-10 Volume of click sound. Pan LIS-CTR-RIS Pan setting of click sound. CTR is center. this is ON, the click sound will be heard only on the first cycle ofthe phrase loop: it will not be heard on the second and subsequent cycles. *_Ifnothing was recorded on the first cycle, the click will be heard on the second cycle as well. 1stLoop Only OFF,ON

Ï Settings for the Entire OCTAPAD (SYSTEM) These settings apply to the entire OCTAPAD.

1. Choose MENU + SYSTEM (p. 16).

The SYSTEM screen appears. Use [Button 1] and [Button 2] to switch tabs. For details on each screen, refer to the pages listed below. Sous Eplanaton Page oPrions Make screen and ilumination settings. p.52 conrroL Make foot sith and external pad setings. p.53 mi Make MIDI setings for the entire OCTAPAD. p.65 inFo Vierinformation about the systen. p.54 ERESET Reset the OCTAPAD to its Factory set state. You can also restre an individual Ko its Factory set state. p.20 en and Illumination Settings (SYSTEM-OPTIONS)

1. Choose MENU > SYSTEM -> OPTIONS (p. 16).

The SYSTEM-OPTIONS screen appears. FINE ODERESE Ru SN LCD Brishtness Iliumination Tempo Indicator IKnob 1] (SEL) selects a parameter. IKnob 3] (-/+) edits the value. Parameter Value Explanation. LCD Contrast 1-10 Adjusts the contrast of the display. 1-10 AAdjusts the brightness ofthe display. Speciies howrthe [KIT] buttons and pad status llumination wil be li. When you edit this setting, the actual OFF buttons and illumination will change accordingly, allowing you to see the result. With the“OFF' setting, the buttons and pad status ilumination will remain unli at all times. iuination meer Onky the KIT) buttons wi bel me The (KT butons il be The pad stetus lumination il Kght only when a pad suc ve The (KT) butions and pad status lumiation vil be Natal imes TI a good seting tue you need to know the location ofthe pads when performing on dak stage Tempo ndleator OHoN Species the state ofthe tempo indicaor (ER. ithtne “OFF” seting. no gt, and the KIT screens tempo indication will ao be fl. Turs the KIT screens exteral tiggerndlctor of Gi ‘99 OCTRPAD eu Pad nier on His on the indication wi be as shoum in the lustation at right bc iplrndtin dl be human ep name vie (] displayed on when a pad k stuck Specifles whether each kits"Kit Tempo” (p. 34) will be enabled. you choose ENABLE, the tempo will change to KitTempo Func DISABLE ENABLE the kit tempo when you switch kits, However, it will not change ifthe kit tempo is set to OFF. VNKButonLok OFON Vente lock on the [VLINK Button does not function. rte Protect OFON It write pratect setting ls on, iv not be possible to save any setings

Foot Switch and External Pad Settings Connecting Foot Switches You can connect foot switches to the FOOT SW jack. You can use a dedicated cable (PCS-31L: sold separately) to connect two foot switches {FS-SU: sold separately) The foot switch connected to the black plug is foot switch 1, and the one with the red plug is foot switch 2 Setthe polarity switch ofthe FS-SU as shown below: Hors) Alternatively, you can connect a single pedal switch (DP-2: sold separately) instead of the FS-SU. In this case, the DP-2 will operate as foot switch 1. Making Settings ) O0 00000 À ‘ ‘

1. Choose MENU > SYSTEM > CONTROL (p. 16).

The SYSTEM-CONTROL screen appears. Parameter Value Explanation OFF Specif the operation of foot switches 1 and 2. With the"OFF"setting, the foot switches wi not work. A popup menu will appear when you hold down the foot switch. Hold down the foot switch and hit a pad a operate the function that assigned to that pad. Sound will not be produced KIT mode Tap Tempo Setthe tempo by strking the same pad four times or more successively Atthe desired interval (Tap Tempo). FX Bypass Same operation as the [BYPASS] button of the FX Control screen (p.41) Phrase Play Recal the phrase assigned in “KIT OTHERS PHRASE" (p.34), and start the phrase loop in Play mode. You cant select this ifno phrase has been assigned PLoopstdby Jump to the Phrase Loop Standby screen (p.44). The setup screen (p.43) will be enabled while you hold down the pedal. Kite Selectthe previous ki (or the previous step if Kit Chain is on) OCR Kit> Select the next kit {or the next step ifKit Chain is on) Foot Sur 1 Phrase Loop mode Foot Sur2 ERASE Same operation as the [ERASE) button (p.47. MUTE Same operation s the [MUTE) button (p.46). FX Bypass Same operation as the [BYPASS] button of the FX Control screen (p.41) SET/NEXT Same operation as the [SET LOOP/NEXT] button (p.43, p.47) PLAY Same operation s the [PLAY] button (p.45) > REC Same operation s the [REC] button (p.45). Ê QuEmo] S eu can stop the phrase by hitting the (PLAY//IREC] pads simultaneous}y. É Part < Select the previous part. = Part> Select the next part. PHRASE-LOOP CTRL Execute the phrase loop operations STANDBY — SET LOOP > PLAY + -+ REC (p.43) KIT+ Select the next kit (or the next step Kit Chain is on) KIT Select the previous kit (or the previous step if Kit Chain is on)

Parameter Value Explanation ExtPad 1 ExtPad 2 ExtPad3 ExtPad 4 OFF Specify the operations that will occur when you hit Ext ad 1-4. With a setting other than "OFF the assigned pad will no longer produce sound.

Execute the phrase loop operations STANDBY —> SET LOOP > PLAY < > REC. KT+ Select the next kit (or the next step Kit Chain is on) KT Select the previous kit {or the previous step Kit Chain is on). PHRASE PLAY Recall the phrase assigned in “KIT OTHERS-PHRASE" (p.34), and start the phrase loop in Play mode. TAP TEMPO Setthe tempo by string the same pad four times or more successive} atthe desired interval (ap Tempo) FootSw1 Polarity FootSw2 Polarity NORMAL, INVERT This specifies the polarity of the foot switch. Ifthe foot switch does not operate as you expect try changing this setting. Viewing Information About the System (SYSTEM-INFO)

Choose MENU + SYSTEM > INFO (p. 16). The SYSTEM-INFO screen appears. Parameter Explanati Internal Memory Remaining amount of internal memory. Program Version System program version. Sound Version Sound version. Serial# Serial number.

Ï Using USB Memory By connecting a USB memory (sold separately), you can back up all of the OCTAPAD' settings (or even just an Ê individual kit) to USB memory. ( Don't hitthe pads when you're in the USB screen! If you hit the pads while USB memory is being read or written, the vibration may cause errors to occur. For this reason, the pads are disabled and will not produce sound while yourre in the USB screen. Use USB memory sold by Roland! We cannot guarantee operation if other products are used. Don't disconnect USB memory while the OCTAPAD is powered-on! Doing so may damage the USB memory or the data. Carefully insert the USB memory all the way in—until it is firmly in place! Don't connect any device other than USB memory to the USB MEMORY connector! matti y (USB-FORMAT) Format (initialize) the USB memory (sold separately) before using it with the OCTAPAD for the first time. NOTE When you format USB memory, all data in the USB memory will be erased. Copy any important data to your computer before you proceed.

1. Connect your USB memory to the USB MEMORY connector.

2. Choose MENU > USB > FORMAT (p. 16).

The USB-FORMAT screen appears. Press [Button 3], a confirmation screen appears.

3. Press [Button 3] (ENTER).

A confirmation screen appears.

4. Press [Button 3] (FORMAT).

A confirmation screen will appear again.

5. Press [Button 3] (OK).

Formatting will begin. A completion screen will appear when formatting is completed.

ving Data to Memory ( AVE) Here how to back up all of the OCTAPAD' settings, or the settings of one specific kit, to USB memory.

1. Choose MENU > USB > SAVE (p. 16).

The USB-SAVE screen appears. IKnob 1] (SELECT) selects the operation. [Button 3] (ENTER) confirms the operation.

2. Use [Knob 1] (SELECT) to select the settings you want to save, and press [Button 3] (ENTER) to confirm the

operation. ni Epner kr Save onb oneit BACKUPALL save all ts Saving only one Kit (1 KIT)

3. Use [Knob 1] (SAVE TO) to select the save-destination kit number, use [Knob 3] (SOURCE) to select the kit that

you want to save, and press [Button 3] (SAVE) to confirm the operation. A confirmation screen will appear if you're overwriting data. Press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm the Save operation. Backing up all data (BACKUP ALL)

3. Use [Knob 1] (SAVE TO) to select the save-destination number, and press [Button 2] (NAME) to assign a name

to the data that will be saved. Finally press [Button 3] (SAVE) to confirm the operation. A confirmation screen will appear if you're overwriting data. Press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm the Save operation. Loading Data from HereS how to load data that was previously saved to USB memory.

1. Choose MENU -> USB > LOAD (p. 16).

The USB-SAVE screen appears. IKnob 1] (SELECT) selects the operation. [Button 3] (ENTER) confirms the operation.

2. Use [Knob 1] (SELECT) to select the data that you want to load, and press [Button 3] (ENTER) to confirm the

operation. Te Ep ar Load ony one kit BACKUP ALL Load al ta Loading only one kit (1 KIT)

3. Use [Knob 1] (SOURCE) to select the source kit (ï.e., the kit in USB memory) that you want to load, use [Knob

31 (DEST) to select the destination kit number (in the OCTAPAD) into which it will be loaded, and use [Button 3] (LOAD) to confirm the operation. A confirmation screen appears.

4. Press [Button 3] (OK) to execute the Load operation.

Loading all data (BACKUP ALL)

3. Use [Knob 1] (SOURCE) to select the load source number (in USB memory). Press [Button 3] (LOAD) to confirm

the operation. A confirmation screen appears. NOTE When you load all data, all of the data in the OCTAPAD will be overwritten. Be sure to back up any important data before you proceed. 4 Press [Button 3] (OK) to execute the Load operation. Viewing or Deleting Memory Data (USB-VIEW) Here's how to view the data that's in USB memory. You can also delete the selected data.

1. Choose MENU > USB + VIEW (p. 16).

The USB-VIEW screen appears. D cas once Knob 1] (SELECT) selects the operation. Chanse Data Folder >> {Button 3] (ENTER) confirms the operation.

2. Use [Knob 1] (SELECT) to select the item you want to view, and press [Button 3] (ENTER) to confirm.

Hem Explanation. > KIT Displays the KIT folder. < PHRASE Displaysthe PHRASE older. R ee ati turn [Knob 1] (SELECT) to select that file and press [Button 3] (DELETE) to 5 BACKUP Displays the BACKUP folder. Hi Turn [Knob 1] (SELECT) to select the data folder, and press [Button 3] (OK) to confirm. Only Change Data Folder Changes the data folder the data folder you select here will be the subject of operations on the OCTAPAD. You can create a new data folder by pressing [Button 2] (NEW.

Connecting to your Computer via USB If you use a commercially available USB cable to connect the OCTAPAD's rear panel USB (MIDI) connector to a USB connector of your computer, you'll be able to do the following things using MIDI. + Trigger sounds in the computer by playing the OCTAPAD. + Record into your sequencer software directly from the OCTAPAD. + Use your sequencer software to play the OCTAPAD. Use the rear panel cable hook | F9" thick USB cable to secure the USB cable as shown in the illustration at right. This will prevent USB communication errors from being caused by vibration when the OCTAPAD is struck. Fora thin USB cable USB cable (sold separately)

• For details on operating requirements, refer to the Roland website. Roland website Here you can download the original driver, and view installation instructions and operating requirements. http://www.roland.com/ USB driver settings

NOTE + Only MIDI data can be transmitted or received via USB. + Power-on the OCTAPAD before starting the MIDI application on your computer. Do not turn the OCTAPAD'S power on or off while your MIDI application is running. Normally it will not be necessary to install a USB driver in your computer. However if you experience problems with the computer connection (if a malfunction occurs, or if the performance is poor), you may be able to solve the problem by downloading and installing Roland original driver as described below. In the OCTAPAD's SYSTEM-MIDI screen, change the “USB Driver” (p. 65) setting to “VENDER:" Turn the OCTAPAD's power off, and then on again. Download and install the original Roland driver. For details on downloading and installing the original Roland driver, refer to the Roland website.

Ï Internal Pad Sensitivity Settings nternal Pad Settings (PAD SETTING-INTERNA Here's how to adjust the sensitivity ofthe internal pads. Trigger meter. Choose MENU + PAD + INTERNAL (p. 16). u This indicates the velocity value. The PAD SETTING-INTERNAL screen appears. Hit a pad to select the pad whose Hit a pad to select the pad whose settings you E settings you want to edit. want to edit. IKnob 1] (SEL) selects a parameter.

The following parameters are common to pads 1-8. Parameter Value Explanation. You can adjust the sensitivity of the pads to accommodate your personal playing style. This allows you to have more dynamic control over the sound volume, based on how hard you play. Higher sensitivity allows the pad to produce a loud volume even when played softy. Lower sensiivity will keep the pad producing a low volume even when played forcefully. Sensitivity 949 Adjust this curve until the response feels as natural as possible. Vaure The standard setting.This produces the most natural LINEAR conespondence between playing dynamics and volume change. LINEAR Dpaics Vue Voie Der, 062 Compared to LINEAR, strong dynamics produce à greater change. EXP1 Oynames EXP2 Dynames ours ours Velocity Curve fompared to LINEAR, a soft playing produces a greater ty LoGr,Loc2 Compared to LINEAR, a soft playing produces à great change. ai Pain Dames LOG2 Dyramies Voiume sue Extreme changes are made in response 10 playing dynamics Pis SPLINE Dyrames ours our Very lite dynamic response, making it easy to maintain strong volume levels LOUDI, LOUD2 Ifyoute using a drum trigger as an extemal pad, these settings will produce rellable triggering Ping Paying LOUDI Drnames LOUD2 … Dymames This setting allows a trigger signal to be received only when the pad is above a determined dynamic level > {veloci). This can be used to prevent a pad from sounding because of vibrations from other pads. ê In the following example, B will sound but À and C will not sound. _ Threshold S s S Threshold 949 When set to a higher value, no sound is produced when the pad is struck lightiy. Gradually raise the"Threshold" value while striking the pad. Check this and adjust accordingly. Repeat this process until you get the perfect setting for your playing style.

Ï External Pad and Pedal Settings Connecting Optional Pads or Pedals The OCTAPAD lets you connect a hi-hat control pedal (FD-8), kick trigger or pads to the external trigger inputs. The illustration below shows a typical set of connections, but there are many possibilities; like connecting two kick pedals to the 1/KICK input and the 2/SNARE input. After connecting any external pads or pedals, you need to set the appropriate Pad Type as described below. OUT— MDI —

• To make connections, use the cable included with each pad. xternal Pad Settings (PAD SETTING-EXTERNA Heres how to make settings for external pads.

1. Choose MENU -> PAD -> EXTERNAL (p. 16).

The PAD SETTING-EXTERNAL screen appears. Hit a pad to select the pad whose settings you want to change. Three sets of external pad settings can be stored (banks 1-3) Turn [Knob 2] (BANK) to change banks. mene: Micro Drum Setur Trigger meter, and smart Press [Button 3] (NAME) to go to a screen where you can type of each pad. assign a bank name (p. 35). IKnob 1] (SEL) selects à parameter. Turn IKnob 3] (-/+) to edit the value. |

2. Hitan external pad (or step on a pedal) to select the pad whose settings you want to edit.

3. Turn [Knob 1] (SEL) to select a parameter.

4. Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to edit the value.

About banks You can store three different external pad configurations. These are called Banks (banks 1-3). Turn [Knob 2] (BANK) to change banks. Press [Button 3] (NAME) to access the screen where you can name the specific bank (p. 35).

Specifying the External Pad Type (PAD TYPE) The“Pad Type'is a set of various pad-related parameters corresponding to specific pads. Those parameters are set to their appropriate values automatically upon selecting the “Pad Type!” Ithe pad s response is not as you wished, then you can still make fine adjustments to the pad parameters in order to adapt to your playing dynamics. Parameter Value Explanation KD-7, KD-8, KD-B5, KD-120, KD-140, PD-8, PDX-6, PDX-8, PD-B5, For each Pad, you can select the type of pad your using (the pad Pad Type PD-105, PD-105X, PD-125, PD-125X CY-5, CY-8, CY-14C, CY-12R/C, type) so the OCTAPAD will accuratel} receive the signal from the CY-15R,VH-11,RT-1OK, RT-10$, RT-1OT. pad. Adjusting the External Pad Sensitivity When you specify the pad type, the following settings are automatically set to the values appropriate for each pad, meaning that you will normally not need to adjust them. If you wish to make detailed adjustments, you can edit the following parameters. Parameter Value Explanation. Sensitivity 1-32 Refar to the explanation for” Sensitivity" (p.59). Threshold 0-16 Refer to the explanation for"Threshold" (p. 59). LINEAR EXPI, EXP2,LOGI, LOG2, ; Velocity Curve D PS LOC2 Referto the explanation for Veloiy Cure” (p.59) LouD2 Species the detection time for the trigger signal Scan Time Since the rise time ofthe rigger signal waveform may difer light depending on the characteristics of each pad or acoustic drum rigger (drum pickup), you may notice that identical hits (velocity) may produce sound at different volumes. this Time occurs, you can adjust the Scan Time” s0 that your way of playing can be detected Scan Time (ms) 01-40 more precisely. Nil repestedy hiting the pad at a constant force, gradualyraise the Scan Time value from 0.1 msec, until the resuing volume stabilizes at the loudest level. Atthis setting, try both soft and loud hits, and make sure that the volume changes appropriate}. + Asthe values set higher the time takes forthe sound to be played increases. Set this to the lowest value possible. This setting prevents spuriousre-tiggering, Important if you are using acoustic drum triggers. Such triggers can produce A aitered vaveforms, which may also cause inadvertent sounding at Point A in the figure (Re-triggen) Time This oceurs in particular at the decaying edge ofthe aveform. Retrig Cancel detects such distortion in and prevents re-triggering from occuring il repestediy striking the pad, rase the Retrig Cancel value until re-triggering no longer occurs Retrigger Cancel 1-16 + Although setting this to a high value prevents retriggering,itthen becomes easy for sounds to be omitted when the drums played fast (roll etc). Set this to the lowest value possible while stil ensuring that there is no retriggering. LuEmo ] You can also eliminate this problem ofre-triggering with the Mask Time setting. Mask Time does not detect trigger signalsifthey occur within the specfied amount oftime after the previous tigger signal was received. Re-trigger Cancel detects the attenuation ofthe trigger signal level and tiggers the sound after internal determining which trigger signals were actually generated ven the head was struck while wreeding outthe other false tigger ignals that need nottrigger a sound This seting prevents double tiggeing MsskTime Ven playing kick rigger the beater can bounce back and hit the head a secondtime immediately after the intended note with acoustic drums sometimes the beater stay against the head-—s ; causes single hit to "double trigger” (ao sounds instead ofone). The Time Mask Time setting helps to prevent this Once a pad has been hit, any additional tigger signals occurring within the specified" Mask Time” L MaskTime(ms) 0-64 (0-64 rmsec) vil be ignore Sound not produced Adjustthe”Mask Time” value while playing the pad. When using a kick trigger try to let the beater bounce back and hit the head very quick, then raise the“Mask Time’ value until there are no more sounds made by the beater rebound,. *_ When set to a high value, it will be difficult to play very quickly. Set this to as low a value as you can. Luemo Itwo or more sounds are being produced when you hit the head just once, then adjust Retrigger Cancel

Parameter Value Explanation. This setting cancels “erosstalk," which means that when you play one pad you hear a sound coming from another pad. This can happen when two pads are installed on the same stand. In some cases you can prevent crosstalk by increasing the distance between the two mounted pads. In some cases you can prevent erostak by increasing the distance between the two mounted pad. X-Talk Cancel Rate 2 2 © &) 0-80 Crosstalk Example: If you hit the 2/SNARE pad and the 3/HI-HAT also sounds While stiking the 2/SNARE pad, gradualy increase the"XTalk Cancel’ value for the 3/H-HAT pad until he 3/HI-HAT. pad no longer sounds when you hit the 2/SNARE pad. Raise the "Xtalk Cancel" for the pad being used for 3/HI-HAT. The 3/HEHAT pad will be less prone to receive crosstalk from other pads. *_ Ifthe value is set too high, and two pads are played simultaneously, the one that is struck less forcefully may not sound. Be careful and set this parameter to the minimum value required to prevent crosstalk. When a PD-125/120/105/85/80R, PDX-8, PD-9/8/7, CY series pad, VH-11, or RT-10$ is connected, you can adjust the relation between your playing velocity (force) on the rim/edge and the resulting volume level. im Gain 9980 Higher value allows the rim/edge to produce a loud volume even when played softiy. Lower value will keep the rim/edge producing a low volume even when played forcefully. When a PD-125/120/105/85/80R, PDX:8, or RT-10$ is connected, you can adjust the sensitivity of the rim response. im Adjust 0030 There are some cases that you have a rim sound unexpectedly when you hit the head strongly. You can improve this Situation with decreasing the value of”Rim Adjust' When you set the value too small it might be dificult to play the rim sound. Here's how to make settings for an optional, external hi-hat control pedal (FD-8 or VH-11).

1. Choose MENU + PAD > HH PEDAL (p. 16).

The PAD SETTING-HH PEDAL screen appears. Pedal Calibration Indicator Pad Type is set to"VH-11;"a pedal calibration indicator for the VH-11 is shown. For types other than the VH-11, the indication will be for the FD-8. {Knob 3] (-/4) edit the value. |

2. Turn [Knob 3] (-/+) to edit the value.

Parameter Value Explanation djusts the sensitivity for playing foot-close or foot-splash notes. HH Pedal Sens 10-10 . For peyng P Positive (+) settings allow louder sounds to be produced even when you step lightly on the pedal.

• If you connect an external hi-hat control pedal, set the”HH CTRL(p. 32) parameter of the hi-hat Inst to “PEDAL!" VH-11 Offset Adjustment H you're using a V-hi-hat (VH-11: sold separately), make adjustments by tuning the VH-11's VH offset adjustment screw while watching the indicator shown in the right side of the screen. VH offset adjustment screw Adjust so that this symbol is shown in the indicator OPEN Offset Adjustment Points Ifthe 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! Ifthe sound cuts off when you hit the hi-hat forcefully, rotate the VH Offset adjustment screw towards"OPEN."

Ï MIDI Settings About MIDI secs MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, and is a global standard that allows electronic musical instruments and computers to exchange performance data. “MIDI Implementation Chart” (p. 70) is a chart that provides an easy way of checking which MIDI messages the OCTAPAD is able to receive. By comparing the MIDI implementation charts of the OCTAPAD and some other MIDI device, you can see which messages are compatible between the two devices. MIDI Settings for a Kit (KIT MIDI) Here how to make MIDI settings for each indi Choose MENU > MIDI (p. 16). The KIT MIDI screen appears. For the CH, NOTE, or G.TIME tabs

MIDI Value of each pad (Inst A is above, Inst B is below) Value of external trigger inputs 1-4 (Head is above, Rim is below) Knob 1] (PAD SEL) selects the pad that you want to edit. IKnob 2] (8) edits the Inst B (Rim) value. Can IKnob 3] (A) edits the Inst À (Head) value. Parameter Value Explanation. CHtab MIDI channel on which each pad will transmit note messages. Ithis is"OFF/ MIDI messages will not be transmitted. this is"GBL' MIDI messages will be transmitted on the “Global Channel” (p.65) specified by the system settings. cH GBL, 1-16, OFF LMEMO] The MIDI channel in Phrase Loop mode is specified by “Part 1-3 MIDI Ch! (p.51) NOTE# tab MIDI note number transmitted by each pad

Pads with conflcted note number with other pad are indicated by a**" symbol in the screen. TIME tab Duration of the notes transmitted by each pad. The gate time corresponds to the time between when a key is pressed and released on a MIDI keyboard (the GTIME 01-80 ALT time between note-on and note-off). You can specify a gate time in the range of 0.1 seconds to 8.0 seconds. If you choose ALT (Alterate), note-on and note-off messages will be transmitted alternately each time you hit the pad

a parameter. IKnob 1] (SEL) selects setar Knob 2 Ctrl Chanset knob 3 Ctri Chanset MIDI Channel Messsses FR°êne IKnob 3] (-/+) edits the value. Parameter Value Explanation HIHAT tab HH Close Notes À OFF 0127 MIDI note number transmitted by closed hi-hat Inst À (Head). With the *OFF"setting, MIDI messages will not be transmitted. HH Close Notes 8 OF£ 0-17 MDI note number tranamited by cod bi art (im. Wih the "OFF seing MIDImssages note HH Pedal Notet OF£ 0-17 MDI note number name he pal hat I the OFF set MDI messages vint be OFF, 1-5, Specifies the control change message that will be transmitted and received as MIDI data indicating the depth Pedal Ctrl changeh 7-31,64-95 to which the hi-hat pedal is pressed. With the “OFF" setting, MIDI messages wil not be transmitted. GENERAL Choose this setting if youfre using an external MIDI sound module other than the V-Drums series. Pedal Compatibility jose this setting if youre using a V-Drums series MIDI sound module such as the TD-20 or TD: V-ORUNS Choose this setting if y \gaV-D: MIDI sound module such as the TD-20 or TD-9. MIDI messages appropriate for the V-Drums series will be transmitted. KNOB tab Knob1 Cu Changes OA TS. 7-31,64-95 OFF, 1-5, The control change message you specify here will be transmitted when you turn [Knob 1]-[Knob 3] on the FX Knob2 Cu Change# 731, 64-95 CONTROL screen. With the "OFF" setting, MIDI messages wil not be transmitted OFF, 1-5, Knob3 Cr Changes D dos Knob MIDI Channel

When you turn [Knob 1]-[Knob 3], control change messages will be transmitted on the transmit channel you specify here. With the "OFF" setting, MIDI messages will not be transmitted. With the"GLOBAL'setting, MIDI messages will be transmitted on the “Global Channel” (p.65) specified by the system settings. KIT MIDI Screen QUICK MENU From the KIT MIDI screen, press the [QUICK] button to access the following QUICK MENU.

System MIDI Settings (SYSTEM-MIDI) Here you can make overall MIDI settings for the entire OCTAPAD.

1. Choose MENU > SYSTEM > MIDI (p. 16).

The SYSTEM-MIDI screen appears. Local Control MIDI In => Out Thru L orr| Transmis recsive canne "88 Ent F8 Bet Srad. setar e -+ IKnob 1] (SEL) selects à parameter. IKnob 3] (-/+) edi Parameter Value Explanation Species the transmit/receive channel Global Channel OFF, 1-16 Mt the "OFF" setting, MIDI messages wil not be transmited Specifies how the OCTAPADS phrase playback tempo wil be synchrone. auro When MIDI Clock messages (F8) are received at the MIDI IN connector or the USB MIDI connector the OCTAPAD vil automatically detect them and synchronize to their tempo. MIDI Sync nr The OCTAPAD will synchronize t its un internal lock. MIDI Clock messages received from the MIDIIN connector or USB MIDI connector will be ignored moi Operation vil be the same as for AUTO, but MIDI Clock from the USB MIDI connector wi be ignored. us Operation will be the same as for AUTO, but MIDI Clock from the MIDI IN connector vil be ignoredl. Turns the Local Control setting on/of. Local Control OF où Local Control is a seting used when you're recording your pad performance onto an external MIDI sequencer. When youfre recording and Local Control is "OFF" the performance data produced when you hi pad wil not be sent directly to the OCTAPADS internal sound generator it will be sent through your external sequencer. MIDIIn-> OutThru OFF,ON iFthisis ON data received at MIDI IN connector wil be re-transmited from MIDI OUT connector. USB-> MIDLOutThru OFF IFthisis ON incoming MIDI messages wil be retransmited without change from the MIDI OUT connector. Species the USB driver mode. A you change this setting, you must pourer-of the OCTAPAD and turn it back on again. USB Driver Choose this ifyoure using the standard USB driver provided by your computer GENERIC » 9 P pe P NNormaly ou use this mode. VENDER Choose this ifyouire using the USB driver downloaded from the Roland website. Species whether program change messages wil be transmitted (ON) to an extemal MIDI device or not transmitted (OFF). Prog Change TX OF.ON Hthisis'ON/ when you switch kits on the OCTAPAD, the program number assigned to the newly selected kit will be transmitted. Species whether program change messages sent from an extemal MIDI device wil be received (ON) or not Prog Change RX OF,oN received (OFF. Ithisis/ON the OCTAPAD will switch to the Kit that correspond to the received program number:

Species whether control change messages wi be ransmited to an external MIDI dece (ON) or not R Ct Change x OF.oN pe Ê Species whether control change messages sent from an extemal MIDI device wil be received (ON) or not S Ci Change x OF.oN Sredfesuhet 3 ve va When transmited or recevng system exclusive messages, set his to match te device ID numbers ofthe vo units,

Ï Using V-LINK to Control Images What is V-LINK? V-LUINK (LT) is à function that allows a musician to make visual performances with images at the same time he or she is performing music. By using MIDI to connect two or more V-LINK compatible devices, you can easily enjoy performing , in real time, a wide range of visual effects that are linked to the expressive aspects of a your performance. For example, if you use the OCTAPAD in conjunction with the EDIROL P-10, you'll be able to do the following. + Switch images by striking the OCTAPAD pads. + Control the images and their effects by using the OCTAPAD' three knobs. Rn En EDIROL P-10 Connection example Roland This example shows the OCTAPAD connected to an EDIROL P-10. MoN Use a MIDI cable to connect the OCTAPAD's MIDI OUT connector to e the EDIROL P-10' MIDI IN connector. EEE V-LINK Settings (V-LINK SETTINGS) Here how to make V-LINK settings.

1. Choose MENU - V-LINK (p. 16).

The V-LINK SETTINGS screen appears. CLIP tab Value for each pad (FUNC/BANK value is above, CLIP value is below) IKnob 2] (BANK) edits the FUNC/BANK value.

CE Knob 3] (CLIP) edits the CLIP value. IKnob 1] (PAD SEL) selects the pad to be edited. Farmer Vie Expianation BANK Bk00-8Kk99 Bank number cur 00-99 Clip number SETUP tab Use [Knob 1] (SEL) to select a parameter. Use [Knob 3] (-/+) to edit the value. Fame Vie Epinton VaLink Channel 116 MIDI channel used to control V-LINK devices when V-LINK on. Knob1 CCk (Speed) Species the CC# that will be transmitted when you turn the three knobs in the FX CONTROL screen that Knob2 cs (Colon) OFF 1-95 appears when you press (FX CTRL] button. Knob3 CCH (Fade) Turning V-LINK On/0ff «Press the [V-LINK] button to make it light. V-LINK will turn on.

2. Press the [V-LINK] button once again.

The [V-LINK] button will go dark, and V-LINK will turn off.

Appendix This chapter contains a list of error messages, main specifications, and troubleshooting information.

Ï Error Message List Message Meaning Action MIDI related error messages he MIDI cable or USE cable vs disconnected Alermativeh, MIDI Offine. communition vith the external MIDI device has been interrupted for Check ihetherthe MIDI cable or USB cable could have been disconnected or broken. Age amount of HDImessags vs rca cho me ane he sue hate extemal MY device come connected.Fhs do at MIDI Butte ul. ner pe soiethe problem, decrease the amount of MIDI messages being tranimited to vas unable to process them al ae ana buts tul An excessive amount of data was tanamited rom the OCTAPAD and Decreasethe amount of data being transmited for example by decressingthe could not be core output from MIDI OUT connector. recorded Phrase Loop dat. USB related errormessages Cannot access t the USB memory. USB memory is not connected Connect US8 memory t the USB memory connector. he specifed data as not found in the USE memory Akermate; the saved data damaged Could not rendthis file. Checkthe USB memony. USE Memory Fa here is insufiient free space on the USB memory. Delete unneeded data. Check USB memory, he USB memory not working core}. Checkthe USB memory AUS device that the OCTAPKD cannot hands connected or a foreign Removethe USE device cbisctmay have enteredthe USE memory connecto causing a short Immediatey disconnect the connection, and check that no foreign object has enteredthe USB memory connecter PHRASE LOOP related error messages Phrase Memory fl. The Phrase Loop memory areas full Save your data to USE memory (p.49, and create a new phrase. System related error messages Device eror. here is a problem with the internal system. Please contact your dealer Data memory was damaged. here is à problem with internal memory. factory reset ile execured automaticalh Ï Specifications SPD-30:OCTAPAD BuitinPads:8 Output Impedance 1Okohms Pads * Four extemal tigger input are provided allowing you to connect Pas Power Supply AC Adaptor (DEV) 50 Current Draw 600 mA Kit Chain 8 chains (20 steps per chain) _ 5408 (WI x2724 (D) x87.6(H) mm BURÉEE 21-5716 QU) x 10-3/8 (D x 3-12 (inches Tuning Mufting Weight 8k9/8 lbs 7 oz (excluding AC Adapton of Atack Ouners Manual Tone Calor InstrumentParameters hu Accessories AC héaptr (PS8 AU) Faune Screus (MS x 12 mm) x 4 Pan Pad (PD series, PDX series) Reverse Gymbals (CV series) Robien nec Kick Trigger (KD series) D Hat UH11) Effect Types ie Hat Control Pedal (FD series) uit Efect 0 Types) Pad Stard(PDS-10} Al Purpose Camp (APC-33) Phrases. 50 __—. Acoustic Drum Trigger (RT-1OK, RT10S,RT-107) Pans:3 pi Pedal Switch (DP-2) Tempo: 40-260 Foat Sith (FS-SU,FS-6) Phrase Loo| L P Resolution: 480 ticks per quarter note Personal Drum Monitor: PM-10, PM-30 Recording Method: Reatime V-Drums Accessory Package: DAP:3 Maximum Note Storage approx. 1,000 Notes VDrums Mat: TDM-10 USE memory 160 x 160 dets Graphic Type LCD (Back LCD) Display Nue Use US8 memory sold by Roland. le cannot guarantee Pad Status Iluminaton x 8 (LED) operation father produets are used. PHONES Jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type) QUTPUT Jack (L (MONO), (1/4 inch phone type) MIXIN Jsck (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type) EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT Jack x 4 Connectors HH CTRLdack FOOT SW Jack (1/4 inchTRS phone type) MIDI Connectars IN, OUT) USE MEMORY Connector for US8 Memory} {USE MDI Connector (fr USE MIDI)

• In theinterest of product improvement, the specifcations and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice.

Broubieshooting Problem Trems to check Action No sound /Insuffiient volume 1sthe OCTAPAD and the connected equipment pouered-an? Use the dedicated AC adaptor. 1sthe OCTAPAD comecthy connected to the external devices? Checkthe connections. Could an audio cable be broken? Ty using a diferent cable “Could the volume ofthe connected amp or miser be lowered? Adjust the volume 0 an appropriate level Could the OCTAPADS volume (MASTER) knob, [PHONES] knob) be lovered? Adjust he volume t an appropriate level (Check mhether ou hear sound through heaiphones Iyouhear sound the headphones, there isa problem with the connection cables or with the connected amp or mixer. Check the connected devices and the connections No sound or insufcient volume from a device connected to the MIXIN “Could the volume be loered on the device connected to the MIN Adjust he volume to an appropriate leve Lsthe audio cable connected correct? Checkthe connection. “Could the audio cable be broken? Ty using a diferent cable USB memory inserted, butis not detected / Can not select data Isthe USB memory inserted correct? Checkthe USE memory. Isthe USB memory of a conrec type? Use USB memory so by Roland. Operation not guaranteed if other product are used. Isthe USB memory formatied corect? Use the OCTHPAD to format the USE memory (p.551 Data was not saved conectiy to USB memory The power may have been tumed off ring data to USE memory fie. ie the USE memory access indicator as linking). The lost data cannot be recovere. In this state, ts possible that all data in USB memory was damaged Additional malfunctions may. oceurifyou continue usingit, 0 format the USE memory (p.55). Mhen you format USE memory, al its ta vil be lost The OCTAPAD' tempo does not synchronize to the tempo of an external MIDI device Has the OCTAPAD been set comeci for synchroniztion? Checkthe DI Sync” (p.65) seting, 1 your external RAID device st to transmie MIDI lock messages? | Some devices have a MIDI clock transmission setng (on/af Aternativel, some external sequences may transit MDI lock only while that device is playing: Display contrastis In some cases, the contrast of the display might not be consistent, but his not a malfunetion. Ajust the contrast Adjust°LCD Contrat" (p.52) to miimiz the Inconsistency in he contrast Batscnino the Stand (Sold Separately) Use the screwrs on the bottom ofthe OCTAPAD to attach a stand holder as shown in the illustration. Then attach the OCTAPAD to your pad stand (sold separately: PDS-10 * You can also attach it to the APC-33 all purpose clamp). For details on how to assemble the pad stand, or how to attach the stand holder, refer to the owner manual of the pad stand.

• Use only the screws that are on the bottom panel. Using any other screws will cause malfunctions. + When tuning the OCTAPAD upside down, take care not to damage its buttons or knobs, and handle it with care to avoid letting it drop or fall over.

Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO O:Yes X:No

(Phrase Loop Section) Date : Jan. 1, 2010 Model OCTAPAD (SPD-30) Version : 1.00 Function. Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Default 1-16,0FF x Retained even while power is off. Channel Changed 1-16, FF x Default Mode 3 x Mode Messages x x Altered DS DS Note 0-127 x Number : True Voice D x Note On O9pH, x Velocity Note Off O8pH, x After Keys o x Touch Channels x x Pitch Bend x x is| 0 “2 | x Control 18 431% Change 3-6| 0 23 | x 64-95 | o “2 | x Program x x Change True Number System Exclusive x x Song Position x x System Song Select x x Common Tune Request x x System Clock o o “4 Real Time Commands o 5 |o *6 All Sound Off x x Aux ResetAllContrllers | X x M Local On/Off x x es5ages All Notes Off x x Active Sensing x x System Reset x x TT Avalble controller numbers can be used to receive/transmi data descrbing the position of the hhat Notes pedl and the values of knobs 1-3. +2 O Xis selectable. +3 Can be transmitted only when VLINK is ON. “4 Received when MIDI Sync is not set to INT. +5 Transmitted when Tx Start/Stop is ON. *6 Received when Rx Start/Stop is ON. Mode 1 : OMNI ON, POLY Mode 3 : OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 2 : OMNI ON, MONO Mode 4 : OMNI OFF, MONO O:Yes X:No

AusnGTHE unrr sareuv [ INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PREVENTION OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS ‘About À WARNING and À CAUTION Notices About the Symbols Used for Instructions intended 10 alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury ASWARNING | hou the unit be used improperi Used for stuctions intended 10 alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperl. A cauTION |” Materisl damage refers 10 damage or other adverse effects caused vith respect o the home and all its furnishings, as well warning. The cautions, wamings, or alert to danger. The À symbol alens the user to important instructions or specific meaning of the symbol ds A l'éetermined by the design contained within the angle. In te case of the symbol at let, it is used for general he uit must never be disassembled. Fine © symbol alerts the user to items that must never De carried out (re forbidden). The specific thing that must @ | rot be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol a ef, means that 0 domestic animals or pets.

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unplugged from the outlet Frhe @ symbol alerts the user to things that must be caried| out. The specific thing that must be done s indicated by € [inc design contained within ie ar, n the case of the Simbol at et means that the pour cord plug must bel AN WARNING AN WARNING L\ CAUTION Do not open (or modif in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor Do not attempt to repairthe unit, or replace parts within it {except when this manual provides specific instructions drecting you to do so). Refer al servicing to your retaller the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distibutor, as listed on the “Information” page. Never instal the unit in any of the following locations. + Subject to temperature extremes (eg. direct sunlightin an enciosed vehicle, near a heating duet, on top of heat-generating equipment} or are Damp (eg, baths, washrooms, on et oors} Exposed to steam or smoke; or are Subject to salt exposure: or are + Humid:or are + Exposed to rain; orare + Dust orsandy; orare + Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness. ‘This unit should be used only with a stand that is recommended by Roland. When using the unit with a stand recom- mended by Roland, the stand must be carefuly placed so it is level and sure to rernain stable. ot using a stand, you stil need to make sure that any location you chose for placing the unit provides à level surface that will properly support the unit, and keep it from wobbling Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line Voltage atthe instalation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptors body. Other AC adaptors may use à different polariy, or be designed for a different voltage, s0 their use could resuit in damage, malfunction, or electric shock. Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device. Do not excessively ts or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects ont. Doing 50 can damage the cord, producing severe elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazardst

0e © ee E& This unit, ether alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a igh volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit and consult an audiologist Do not allow any objects (eg, flammable material, coins, pins: or iquids of any kind water, sof drink, etc. to penetrate the unit immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outet, and request servicing y Your retail, the nearest Roland Service ‘Center, or an authorized Roland distrlbutor, as listed on the”nformation” page when: The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug has been damagect or + Ifsmoke or unusual odor oceurs + Objects have Fallen into, or liquid has been splled onto the unit; or The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become we; or The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibis a marked change in performance. (Go)

Please be sure to read and adhere to the cautionary notices contained in the instructions that came with this product Please note that, depending on the manner in which performances are carried out, you may. encounter situations where the stand topples over, even though you have followed al of the instructions and advice contained vathin the product manual. For this reason, you should always perform a safety check each time you use the stand Alays grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outet or this unit Atregularintervas, you should unplug the AC: adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other aceumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power Plug from the power outiet whenever the unit Às to remain unused for an extended period of time Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in Poor Insulation and lead to ire 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: Never limb on top of nor place heauy objects on the unit In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for he safe operation of the unit Protect the uni from strong impact. {Do not drop it} Do not force the units poner-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when {using extension cords-the total power used by all devices you have connected ta the extension cord outlet must never exceed the pour rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cor. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventuall melt through. Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retaler, the nearest Roland Service Center or an authorized Roland distbutor, as listed on the “Information” page. L\ CAUTION The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation. Never handle the AC adaptor or is plugs with Wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit. Before moving the unit, disconnect ie AC' adaptor and al cords coming from external devices. I you need to move the instrument, take note ofthe precautions listed below: Check 10 make sure the serews securing the Unit to the stand have not become loose. Fasten them again securely whenever you notice any loosening. + Disconnect the AC adaptor: + Disconnect al cords coming from external Before cleaning the unit, turn of the power and {unplug the AC adaptor from the outlt (p.6. Whenever you suspect the possbilit Of lighuning in your area disconnect the AC adaptor from the outiet. Should you remove screws for the stand, keep thern in safe place out of children reach, s0 there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentaly. 006 © ©@0Dr © ©! E& This (OCTAPAD SPD-30) for use only with Roland stand PDS-10. Use with other stands is capable fresultng in instablity causing possible injury. BBILIBI © @E

Ï IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply + Do not connect this uni 0 same electrical outlt that being used by an electrical appli ance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a rfrigerator, washing machine, microwave ven, rai conditionen, or that contains a motor Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this uni to malfunction or may produce audible noise. Fit is not practical to use a Separate electrical outle, connect à power supply noise fier between this unit and the electrical outlet, ‘The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not à cause for concern. + Before connecting this unit to other devices turn offthe power to ll unit. This wil help prevent malfunetions and/or damage to speakers or other devices Placement Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source ofinterference This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers. + Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cel phones, are perated in the vicnity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receling or iiiating a cal, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at à greater distance from this unit, or switch them off. + Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave t inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject It to temperature extremes, Excessie heat can deform or discolor the unit. 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 you attempt to use the uni in this condition. Terefore before using the unit, you must allow t to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated + Do notallow rubber, vin), or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfuly affect the finish Maintenance + For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry loth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dit, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non abrasive detergent Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughiy with a sof, dry cloth. + Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any Kind, 10 avoid the possibiliy of discoloration and/or deformation. Repairs and Data

• Please be avrare that al data contained in the units memory may be ost when the units sent for repars. Important data should always be backed up the USB memory, or written dou on paper (when possible). During repair, ue care Is taken 10 avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuit} related to memory self out of order we regret that may not be possible to restore the data and Roland assumes no ability concerning such loss of data. Additional Precautions Please be aware that the contents of memory can be iretrievably lost as a result of à malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk oflaosing important data, ve recommend that you periodicaly save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the USB memory. + Unfortunately it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on à {USB memory once it has been lost Roland Corporation assumes no labily concerning such loss of data. Use a reasonable amount of care when using the units buttons siders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions. + Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display. + When connecting / disconnecting al cables, grasp the connector itsel-never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cables internal elements To avoid disturbing your neghbors, try 10 Keep the unité volume atreasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, s0 you do not need ta be concerned about those around you (especially when ii Late at night. + Thisinstrument is designed to minimize the extraneous sounds produced when its played. However, since sound vibrations can be transmited through floors and wall to à greater degree than expected, take care not to allow these sounds to become a nuisance 10 neighbors, especially when performing at night and when using headphones. When you need to transport the unit, package tin the box [including padding) that it came in, f possible. Otherwise, you il need to use equivalent packaging materials. + Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting t this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifcations, contact the manufacturer of the cable. Using USB memories 2 area insertthe USB memory alt ay um firm in place. 2 Never touch the terminas the USB memory. Ao, avoid getting the terminal ir} + USB memores are constructed using precision components; handle the cards carefuly paying particular note to the following. To prevent damage to the cards from static electrcity, be sure to discharge any static electriciy from your own body before handling the cards. Do not touch ar allow metal to come into contact with the contact portion ofthe cards. Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration. Do not keep cards in direct sunight, in closed vehicles, or other such locations (storage temperature: -25 to 85°C) Do not allow cards 10 become wet. Do not disassemble or modify the cards. + MMP (Moore Micropracessor Portfolio) rfers 10 a patent portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which was developed by Technology Properties Limited (TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group. he OCTRPADE USE funetoralty uses MarQuet MatrixQuest middleware technology from TEPCO UQUEST, LTD. Roland is registered trademark of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. + Alproduct names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Compliance Information Statement Model Name : SPD-30 Type of Equipment : Electronic Drum Responsible Party : Roland Corporation U.S. Address : 5100 S. Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040-2938 Telephone : (323) 890-3700 F For EU Countries — ( € This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to compiy with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmiul interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by tuming the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —_ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. — Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. —_ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions

1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit. For Canada NOTICE This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. AVIS Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du_ Canada.

For C.A. US (Proposition 65) — WARNING This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm, including lead.

VET NA TELON6SAO When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country as shown below. PHILIPPINES GA. Yupangen & Co. 339 Gi Put Avenue Makaui Mes Mania 1200, PHILIPPINES TEL: (2) 899 9801 SINGAPORE