TENSION WATCH TW200 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Position Gauge Ring:
Thank you for purchasing the TAMA Tension Watch. Please read this instruction manual carefully to ensure proper and efficient use. Store this manual in a
convenient place for future reference.
The Tension Watch comes with a Position Gauge Ring which enables you to keep a fixed distance from the hoop/tension rod to
allow you to tune the drum with more consistency and accuracy.
*You can also use the Tension Watch without the Position Gauge Ring, if desired.
1. Hold the Dial Cover and rotate the
Position Gauge Ring on the bottom to
extend the gauge tip. Make sure the
marking on the dial cover line up with the
marking on the protector. (Picture A)
* When not in use, rotate the protector
backwards so the gauge tip is detracted.
1. Tighten tension rods to roughly tune the drum and keep the head fairly level before using the Tension Watch.
2. Place the drum on a flat surface and put the Tension Watch on the drum head next to each tension rod to get a
reading. (Picture C)
*If you choose not to use the Position Gauge Ring, place the Tension Watch approximately 3/4” away from the edge
of the drum when you read the tension value.
3. Go around the drum and adjust each tension rod to achieve identical tension value across all lugs.
*IMPORTANT: When you tighten a tension rod, make sure that you pick up the Tension Watch and then place it back
on the drum head again to get an accurate reading. Sliding the Tension Watch from one lug to the next will not result
in accurate readings.
*By writing down or memorizing the values, you will be able to easily replicate your desired tuning each time.
2. Place the Tension Watch on a level
surface such as glass or a mirror and set
the needle to “0” on the dial by rotating
the dial inside the dial cover. (Picture B)
*These numbers are just examples for the drum heads below. Use these numbers as
reference.
1. Keep the Tension Watch in its protective packaging to prevent damage when not in use.
2. Hold the Dial Cover whenever using the device. Do NOT hold it by the Position Gauge Ring, as the main unit could separate and fall.
3. Be careful not to drop the Tension Watch. It may cause the unit to function improperly.
Notes
PARTS NAME
PREPARATION BEFORE USE
HOW TO USE
DRUM HEAD TENSION EXAMPLE
星野楽器株式会社 〒461-8717 愛知県名古屋市東区橦木町3-22
http://www.tama.com/
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This manual is current as of MAY 2015. Because we are always working to improve our products, some features may change without notice.
Gauge Tip
Position Guage Ring
Protector
Dial
Dial Cover
Picture B
Picture A
SNARE
Picture C
Diameter
Depth
14”
5.5”
10”
8”
12”
9”
13”
10”
16”
16”
22”
18”
85 ~ 95
70 ~ 80
65 ~ 75
60 ~ 70
45 ~ 55
35 ~ 45
75 ~ 85
70 ~ 80
65 ~ 75
60 ~ 70
70 ~ 80
35 ~ 45
BATTER
BOTTOM
SNARE
REMO
COATED EMPEROR
EVANS
G2 CLEAR
EVANS
EQ4 CLEAR
REMO
SNARE SIDE
EVANS
G1 CLEAR
TAMA
BLACK HEAD
TOM TOM / FLOOR
BASS
SIZE
TOM TOM
FLOOR
BASS
BATTER
BOTTOM
