Roland OCTAPAD SPD-20 PRO User Manual

Owner’s Manual
© 2020 Roland Corporation
Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 5). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for
immediate reference.
Owner’s Manual (this document)
Read this rst. It explains the basic things you need to know in order to use the SPD-20 PRO.
PDF Manual (download from the Web)
5 Data List
This explains the parameters and sound of the SPD-20 PRO.
5 MIDI Implementation
This is detailed reference material regarding MIDI messages.
To obtain the PDF manual
1. Enter the following URL in your computer.
http://www.roland.com/manuals/
I
2. Choose “SPD-20 PRO” as the product
name.

Roland OCTAPAD SPD-20 PRO Specifications

General

Pads	8
Presets	50
Effects	Reverb, Delay
Display	LCD
Connectivity	MIDI In/Out
Power	AC Adaptor
Pad Type	Rubber
Outputs	Headphone Output
Inputs	Footswitch Input

Summary

Owner's Manual Introduction

PDF Manual Information

Details about the PDF manual, its contents, and download instructions.

Safety and Important Notes

Using the Unit Safely

Essential safety guidelines for operating the OCTAPAD.

Important Notes

Key considerations and warnings before using the unit.

OCTAPAD Overview and Panel Description

Understanding OCTAPAD Features

Explanation of instruments, layers, kits, Ambience, and MFX.

Panel Descriptions

Detailed description of the OCTAPAD's top and rear panels.

Performing and Kit Creation

Performing Operations

How to power on/off, select kits, and stop sounds.

Creating and Editing Kits

Step-by-step guide to creating and editing kits and pad sounds.

Advanced Configuration and Connectivity

Pad Sensitivity and External Devices

Adjusting pad sensitivity and connecting external triggers, pedals, and footswitches.

MIDI and USB Operations

Assigning footswitch functions, configuring MIDI, and managing USB data.

Other Functions and Support

Additional Functions

Copying, exchanging data, and other operational features.

Troubleshooting and Specifications

Error messages, common issues, and technical specifications.