- Be sure that the SPD-SX driver has been installed onto your computer. You can download the latest driver, with install instructions included, here:
https://www.roland.com/us/products/spd-sx/downloads/
- If you're not able to get audio or MIDI functionality through the SPD-SX's USB port, it's possible that the USB Mode in the SPD-SX is set incorrectly. Confirm that the USB Mode is set to "AUDIO/MIDI" with the following steps:
1. Press MENU.
2. Cursor to "SETUP" and then press ENTER.
3. Cursor down to "OPTION," and then press ENTER.
4. Press the (+) button to select "AUDIO/MIDI."
5. Cursor down to "USB MODE."
6. Press the + button to choose "AUDIO/MIDI."
7. Using the SPD-SX's power button, turn off the power and back on again. The new setting will be applied.