Strike the head to check the feel and response as you adjust the tension. 1. Use the included tuning key to tighten the tuning bolts. Tighten the bolts until there is a space of approximately 7 mm between the frame and the hoop. 7mm Frame A black, 7 mm strip is printed at the edge of this page. Use this as a reference when making the adjustment. Tighten each tuning bolt one by one, observing the numerical order shown in the diagram. Do not firmly tighten a single tuning bolt by itself. Doing so will make it impossible to tension the head evenly, and will cause malfunctions. 3 5 2 2. Fine-tune the adjustment while continuing to check the pad feel and response. 2 Next ^ Attaching the Pad to a Stand Connecting To A Percussion Sound Module Attach the PD-85 to a stand (MDS series). that is inside the holder. When attaching the PD-85 to a tom stand, check the dimensions of the rod. Depending on the dimensions of the rod, it may not be possible to attach the pad to the stand. Acceptable rod diameters: 8.5-11.5 mm (3/8 to 1/2 inch) Connecting to a percussion sound module (TD-20, TD-12, TD-10, TD-8, TD-6V/6, TD-3, etc.). When you have finished connecting to your percussion sound module, refer to the owner's manual supplied with the sound module, and make the settings for it. dAf • To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. • Use the included stereo cable to make connections. Otherwise (if you use a monaural cable), you won't be able to employ rim shot and cross stick playing techniques. • Connect the L-shaped plug of the included cable to the PD-85. This will prevent strain from being applied to the PD-85. Percussion Sound Module Rim Shot Capable Trigger Inputs TD-20 2 (SNARE), 3-6 (TOM 1-4), 12-15 (AUX 1-4) TD-12 2 (SNARE), 3-5 (TOM 1-3), 11 (AUX 1), 12 (AUX 2) TD-10 2 (SNARE) TD-8 3 (SNARE) TD-6V/6 2 (SNARE) TD-3 SNARE 3 Next ^ Playing Methods Sound Module Compatibility Chart Head Shots Hit only the head of the pad. With certain snare sounds, playing position will change the nuance of the sound. O' W \Vy A Head Rim Shots Strike the head and the rim of the pad simultaneously. Cross Stick Only strike the rim of the pad. Depending on the instrument assigned to the rim, you can play rim shots and/or cross stick sounds. * To play the cross stick, be sure that you only strike the rim of the pad. Placing your hand on the head of the pad might prevent the cross stick sound from being played properly. TD-20, TD-12, TD-10, TD-8 TD-6V/6, TD-3 Head Shot o o Positional Sensing o - Rim Shot o o Cross Stick o o * For more on settings and tones, see the respective module's owner's manual. Using with some sound module that has correspondence to the nuance of the rim shot, the sound will be changed according to the way you play rim shots. See the owner's manual of each sound module. If hitting the head produces a rim sound instead, reduce the Rim Sens (or RimShot Adjust) value. On the other hand, if you find it difficult to get rim shot sounds to play, raise the Rim Sens (or RimShot Adjust) value. 4 Head Replacement When the Head Should Be Replaced The head is an expendable item that eventually will wear out and need to be replaced. Replace the head when the following occurs: • The head surface is torn • Slack portions remain in the head even when the head tension is properly adjusted. Replacement heads (optional): MH-8 Mesh Head Replacing the Head 1. Remove all tuning bolts and washers from the PD-85. Press the lock bushing (in figure below) in place with your finger as you remove each tuning bolt, to prevent the bushings from being pulled off the frame. * The lock bushings prevent rotation and loosening of the tuning bolts caused by vibrations that are transmitted from the hoop as you play. 2. Remove the hoop. 3. Remove the old head. 4. Place the new head on the frame. 5. Place the hoop onto the head. 6. Pass the tuning bolts through the washers, then attach them to the hoop and frame. 7. Next, adjust the tension of the head. Refer to “Adjusting the Head Tension” (p. 2). NOTE Do not firmly tighten a single tuning bolt by itself. Doing so will make it impossible to tension the head evenly, and will cause malfunctions. A§M$> If a lock bushing happens to become separated from the frame while the head is being replaced, position the bushing so its four slots are aligned with the corresponding ridges in the frame, then press down firmly on the bushing. Specifications PD-85 (V-Pad) Pad size: Triggers: Dimensions: 8 inches 2 (Head, Rim) 245 (W) x 310 (D) x 95 (H) mm 9-11/16 (W) x 12-1/4 (D) x 3-3/4 (H) inches Weight: 1.7 kg 3 lbs 12 oz Accessories: Owner's Manual, Connection Cable, Tuning Key Options: Mesh Head (MH-8), Pad Mount (MDH-10U), Drum Stands (MDS-3C, MDS-12BK, MDS-20BK) In the interest of product improvement, th...