Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT

NOTES” . These
English sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured
that you have gained a good grasp of every feature of your new unit, read Owner’s Manual in its entirety. This manual
Owner’s Manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

Check the Included Items Setup and Adjusting the Feeling USING THE UNIT SAFELY
The following items are included with the KT-10. When you * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.
open the package, check that no items are missing. If any * In order to take full advantage of the KT-10’s capabilities, adjust the sound module’s “Sensitivity (PAD SENS)” and “Threshold” values to approximately 10. WARNING WARNING WARNING
items are missing, contact your dealer. For details on how to make these settings, refer to the owner’s manual of your sound module. Do not disassemble or modify by Do not allow foreign objects or Do not drop or subject to strong
yourself liquids to enter unit; never place impact
• KT-10
TD-30/TD-15/TD-11 OCTAPAD SPD-30
containers with liquid on unit Otherwise, you risk
Do not carry out anything
• Owner’s Manual unless you are instructed Do not place containers causing damage or
to do so in the owner’s containing liquid (e.g., malfunction.
• Connection cable manual. Otherwise, you risk flower vases) on this
Connection cable (included causing malfunction. product. Never allow
• Hexagonal wrench with the sound module) foreign objects (e.g.,
Do not repair or replace parts by
yourself
flammable objects, coins, CAUTION
wires) or liquids (e.g., water

Main Features Refer all servicing to or juice) to enter this product. Doing Disconnect all cords/cables before
your retailer, the nearest so may cause short circuits, faulty moving the unit
Roland Service Center, operation, or other malfunctions. Damage or malfunction
or an authorized Roland may result if you fail to
The KT-10 is a kick trigger pedal with a reverse action type distributor, as listed on the Stop using the unit if an disconnect all cables
beater. The structure of a reverse action beater makes it less OUTPUT jack OUTPUT jack 1/KICK jack “Information.” abnormality or malfunction occurs before moving the unit.
likely to generate loud noise or vibration; this allows quiet Immediately stop using
Do not use or store in the following Take care so as not to get fingers
the unit and request
operation and lets you play without inconveniencing those Connection cable types of locations
servicing by your retailer, pinched
If you’re using the TD-30, go to the “TRIGGER SENSITIVITY”
around you. (included with the KT-10) • Subject to temperature the nearest Roland When handling the
screen and set the “KICK” > “Trig Type” to “KD-120.” If you’re extremes (e.g., direct Service Center, or an authorized following moving parts,
It is also lighter in weight and more compact than a using the TD-15/TD-11, go to the “PAD SETTINGS” screen and sunlight in an enclosed Roland distributor, as listed on the take care so as not to get
conventional pedal, allowing easy portability. set the “KIK” pad type to “KD-120.” In the OCTAPAD SPD-30’s “PAD SETTING-EXTERNAL” screen, set vehicle, near a heating “Information” when: fingers, toes, etc., pinched.
“Pad Type” to “KD-120.” duct, on top of heat- Whenever a child uses the unit, an
generating equipment); • Objects have fallen into, or liquid
adult should be on hand to provide
or are has been spilled onto the unit; or
supervision and guidance.
HandSonic HPD-20 SPD-SX
• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, • The unit has been exposed to

Descriptions
on wet floors); or are rain (or otherwise has become Keep small items out of the reach
• Exposed to steam or smoke; wet); or of children
or are • The unit does not appear to To prevent accidental
• Subject to salt exposure; or are operate normally or exhibits a ingestion of the parts listed
F • Exposed to rain; or are
marked change in performance. below, always keep them
G out of the reach of small
• Dusty or sandy; or are Be cautious to protect children
children.
• Subject to high levels of from injury
A vibration and shakiness. Included Parts
Always make sure that
an adult is on hand to • Hexagonal wrench
B Do not place in an unstable Removable Parts:
provide supervision and
H location
C OUTPUT jack TRIG IN jack guidance when using • Spring
Otherwise, you risk injury the unit in places where children • Beater weights
OUTPUT jack
D I as the result of the unit are present, or when a child will be • Screws
toppling over or dropping using the unit.
E Connection cable TRIG IN 1/2 jack down.
(included with the KT-10) Connection cable
A Pad face F Beater weight (included with the KT-10)

C
B Beater
Spring
G
H
Pedal
MIX IN jack
In the HandSonic HPD-20’s “EXT-TRIGGER SETTINGS” screen, set
“Type” to “KD-120.”
In the SPD-SX’s “TRIG IN” screen, set “INPUT MODE” to “TRIG×2”,
and “TRIG 1 TYPE” to “KD-120.”
IMPORTANT NOTES
D Anchor bolt I OUTPUT jack Placement • Depending on the material and • When disconnecting all cables,
* You can also connect it to TRIG IN 3/4. In this case, change the “INPUT
temperature of the surface on grasp the connector itself—never
E Spring holder MODE” > “TRIG 3/4” setting. • Do not expose the unit to direct which you place the unit, its pull on the cable. This way you
sunlight, place it near devices rubber feet may discolor or mar will avoid causing shorts, or
that radiate heat, leave it inside
* Brass is used in this product’s beater weights and in part of the
beater. Brass eventually darkens as the result of the natural
Using the KT-10 for double kick drums an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise
subject it to temperature
the surface.
You can place the mat under the
rubber feet to prevent this from
damage to the cable’s internal
elements.

oxidization process. If the brass becomes tarnished, polish it using Connect two KT-10 pedals to your sound module as shown in extremes. Excessive heat can happening. If you do so, please • Since sound vibrations can
OUTPUT jack MIX IN jack deform or discolor the unit. be transmitted through floors
commercially available metal polisher. the illustration at right. make sure that the unit will not
slip or move accidentally. and walls to a greater degree
• When moved from one than expected, take care not to
location to another where the • Do not place containers or allow such sound to become a
* If you’re using KT-10 pedals for double kick drums, the output temperature and/or humidity anything else containing nuisance to others nearby.
is very different, water droplets
Using the Anchor Bolts level will be lower than when only one is used. Adjust the trigger liquid on top of this unit. Also,
(condensation) may form inside whenever any liquid has been • When you need to transport the
parameter of your sound module. the unit. Damage or malfunction unit, pack it in shock-absorbent
spilled on the surface of this unit,
may result if you attempt to be sure to promptly wipe it away material. Transporting the unit
When using the unit on a V-drums mat or a carpet, extend the use the unit in this condition. using a soft, dry cloth. without doing so can cause it to
Therefore, before using the become scratched or damaged,
anchor bolts so that the KT-10 will be secure for easier playing. unit, you must allow it to stand Maintenance and could lead to malfunction.
OUTPUT jack Connect to sound module for several hours, until the
condensation has completely • Never use benzine, thinners, Trademarks
evaporated. alcohol or solvents of any
• Roland, V-Drums, OCTAPAD and

Adjusting the Spring Tension

kind, to avoid the possibility
HandSonic are either registered

Adjusting the Beater Weights

• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or of discoloration and/or
similar materials to remain on deformation. trademarks or trademarks of
this unit for long periods of time. Roland Corporation in the United
You can adjust the spring tension in two levels: strong or weak. Such objects can deform or Additional Precautions States and/or other countries.
By changing the number and position of beater weights, you discolor the unit. • Use a reasonable amount • Company names and product
* When shipped from the factory, the tension is set to “weak.” can adjust the feel of the pedal action. names appearing in this
When using on the V-Drums When using on the floor. of care when using its jacks.
mat or carpet. * Take care that the spring or the spring holder do not pop out. Rough handling can lead to document are registered
malfunctions. trademarks or trademarks of their
Heavy respective owners.
2 3
* When used on flooring, the anchor bolts may damage the floor. Remove the hook from Reverse the spring holder, and
* The tips of the anchor bolts are sharp. Handle with care. spring holder. reattach hook.
Main Specifications
Feeling of Roland KT-10: Kick Trigger Pedal
Spring tension
the pedal

Weak Strong Dimensions 166 (W) x 440 (D) x 150 (H) mm 6-9/16 (W) x 17-3/8 (D) x 5-15/16 (H) inches
tension tension
Weight 3.0 kg 6 lbs 10 oz

Light Accessories Owner’s manual, Hexagonal wrench, Connection cable

Copyright © 2014 ROLAND CORPORATION 1 4
Loosen the screw on the bottom Use the screw to fasten the * In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any * To prevent the weights from falling out during performance, be sure
panel, and remove the spring holder. spring holder. without prior notice.
form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. to secure them using the included hexagonal wrench.