- Connecting cables to the module<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Connect the TD-17 kit to your computer<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Pair TD-17 via Bluetooth<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Working with the module<\/strong><\/a>
- Customize a kit<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Import custom samples<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
How to register the Roland TD-17<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Before you get up and running, the first thing\nyou\u2019ll need to do is register the TD-17 with Roland. After registering the\nmodule, you\u2019ll get access to Roland\u2019s product support, an extended warranty,\nand training videos, and clinic information. Follow the steps below to register\nyour TD-17.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Log in to your Roland Backstage account<\/a>. If you don\u2019t have one yet, you can create one here<\/a>. <\/li>
- Roland will then send an account activation email to the registered email address to complete the account creation process.
- Check your spam folder if you don\u2019t see the email.<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- On your account home page, click My Gear<\/strong>, and select Register a Product<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Fill out the required information, including the serial number located on the drum module, and click Register<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Keep your Sweetwater invoice handy, as you will need to enter the purchase date, method, and Dealer (Sweetwater).<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
![\"Roland](\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2020\/01\/Roland-Registration-Page-1024x540.png\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nClick the image to register your TD-17<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
TD-17 setup and connections<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All of the drum kits in the TD-17 line are\nstraightforward to assemble and store. Each kit has a slightly different\nhardware assembly procedure, however. So to make sure everything is set up\ncorrectly, be sure to check the included assembly instructions below for more\ndetails:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- TD-17KV Assembly Instructions<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- TD-17KVX Assembly Instructions<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- VAD306 Assembly Instructions<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nConnecting cables to the module<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
TIP:<\/strong> Keep the cabling tidy and use velcro straps or zip ties to\nsecure them to the rack. This will also help prevent any tangles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The TD-17 uses a breakout<\/a> cable for its cable connections. Each cable is labeled with the pad it\u2019s associated with, so be sure they\u2019re connected to the correct drum or cymbal pad so the right sound is triggered. This is especially true with the hi-hat connections. Also, be sure that the wiring harness is securely connected to the module. If you can wiggle the connector attached to the module, then it\u2019s too loose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- You can connect two additional pads via the Trigger In <\/em>jacks on the back of the module using TRS <\/strong>cables. Once connected, you can then go into the module\u2019s sound settings and assign the sample you want.<\/li>
- If you own the TD-17KVX kit, the Crash 2 jack must be used for a cymbal; not an auxiliary pad.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Connect the TD-17 to your computer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You can connect the TD-17 drum module to your computer to record MIDI data from your drum kit and trigger virtual instruments. You can connect it directly to your computer using a USB A to B cable<\/a>, or if you wish, you can also connect it using a 5-pin MIDI cable<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you connect the TD-17 via USB, you\u2019ll need to download and install the latest driver for your OS beforehand. Check out the Roland TD-17 support download page<\/a> for the latest drivers and firmware available for download.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- If you own the TD-17KVX kit, the Crash 2 jack must be used for a cymbal; not an auxiliary pad.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- TD-17KVX Assembly Instructions<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Fill out the required information, including the serial number located on the drum module, and click Register<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Roland will then send an account activation email to the registered email address to complete the account creation process.
- Import custom samples<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
- Connect the TD-17 kit to your computer<\/strong><\/a><\/li>