DIGITAL PIANO CN290 OWNER'S MANUAL Thank you for choosing this Kawai CN290 Digital Piano. Your new CN290 is a high-quality instrument offering the very latest in leading-edge music technology. This manual contains valuable information that will help you make full use of your CN piano's many capabilities. Please read it carefully and keep it handy for further reference. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Assembling The Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Part Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Getting Started 1. Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. Transpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3. Touch Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. Demonstration Songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Digital Recording Functions 1. Easy Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. Playing Back A Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3. Advanced Recording/Playback Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. Deleting A Song/Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Programming Mode 1. Selecting A Touch Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3. MIDI Channel Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. Transmit MIDI Program Change On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5. Multi-Timbral Mode On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6. MIDI Local Control On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7. Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MIDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 11 11 11 12 12 13 15 16 17 17 18 18 19 19 20 22 23 ­2­ Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS WARNING CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the leterature accompanying the product. Examples of Picture Symbols denotes that care should be taken. The example instructs the user to take care not to allow fingers to be trapped. denotes a prohibited operation. The example instructs that disassembly of the product is prohibited. denotes an operation that should be carried out. The example instructs the user to remove the power cord plug from the AC outlet. Read all the instructions before using the product. WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following. potential could result in death WARNING Indicates ainjury if thehazard thathandled incorrectly. or serious product is The product should be connected to an AC outlet of the specified voltage. 120V 230V 240V q If you are going to use an AC power cord, make sure that its has the correct plug shape and conforms to the specified power voltage. q Failure to do so may result in fire. Do not insert or disconnect the power cord plug with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shock. The chair must be used properly (it must be used only when playing the product). q Do not play with it or stand on it. q Only one person is allowed to sit on it. q Do not sit on it when opening the lid. Doing so may cause the chair to fall over or your fingers to be trapped, resulting in injury. When using the headphones, do not listen for long periods of time at high volume levels. Doing so may result in hearing problems. ­3­ Do not lean against the keyboard. Doing so may cause the product to fall over, resulting in injury. Do not disassemble, repair or modify the product. Doing so may result in product breakdown, electric shock or short-circuit. When disconnecting the AC power cord's plug, always hold the plug and pull it to remove it. The product is not completely disconnected from the power supply even when the power switch is turned off. If the product will not be used for a long time, unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. q Pulling the AC power cord itself may damage the cord, causing a fire, electric shock or short-circuit. q Failure to do so may cause fire in case of lightning. q Failure to do so may over-heat the product, resulting in fire. This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one blade wider than the other). This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug. potential hazard that or damage CAUTION Indicates a to the product or othercould result in injury Do not use the product in the following areas. q Areas, such as those near windows, where the product is exposed to direct sunlight q Extremely hot areas, such as near a heater q Extremely cold areas, such as outside q Extremely humid areas q Areas where a large amount of sand or dust is present q Areas where the product is exposed to excessive vibrations Using the product in such areas may result in product breakdown. When you close the keyboard cover, close it gently. Closing it roughly may trap your fingers, resulting in injury. Before connecting cords, make sure that the power to this product and other devices is turned OFF. Take care not to allow any foreign matter to enter the product. OFF Failure to do so may cause breakdown of this product and other devices. Entry of water, needles or hair pins may result in breakdown or short-circuit. The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the product. Please lift up the product when moving it. Please note that the product is heavy and must be carried by more than two persons. Dropping the product may result in breakdown. Do not drag the product on the floor. Take care not to drop the product. Do not place the product near electrical appliances such as TVs and radios. q Doing so may cause the product to generate noise. q If the product generates noise, move the product sufficiently away from the electrical appliance or connect it to another AC outlet. Failure to do so may damage them, resulting in fire, electric shock or short-circuit. When connecting the AC power cord and other cords, take care not to get them tangled. ­4­ Do not wipe the product with benzene or thinner. q Doing so may result in discoloration or deformation of the product. q When cleaning the product, put a soft cloth in lukewarm water, squeeze it well, then wipe the product. Do not stand on the product or exert excessive force. q Doing so may cause the product to become deformed or fall over, resulting in breakdown or injury. The product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. This product should be used only with the stand that is provided by the manufacturer. The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: q The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged. q Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product. q The product has been exposed to rain. q The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. q The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. Notes on Repair Should an abnormality occur in the product, immediately turn the power OFF, disconnect the power cord plug, and then contact the shop from which the product was purchased. · This digital piano is for household use and is not intended for commercial use. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond. Instruction for AC power cord (U.K.) Do not plug either terminal of the power cord to the ground of the AC outlet on the wall. FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different electrical circuit from the receiver. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This instrument complies with the limits for a class B digital apparatus, pursuant to the Radio Interference Regulations, C.R.C., c. 1374. ­5­ ASSEMBLING THE STAND Be sure that all parts are included before starting to assemble your unit. PARTS PROVIDED Side Panel (A) . . . . . . . . Back Panel (B) . . . . . . . Pedal Board (C) . . . . . . Screw (D) . . . . . . . . . . . Screw (E) . . . . . . . . . . . Bolt (F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjuster (G) . . . . . . . . . Cord Clamp (H) . . . . . . 2 pcs. 1 pc. 1 pc. 2 pcs. 4 pcs. 8 pcs. 1 pc. 1 pc. (D) (E) (F) (H) Bottom View (F) (A) (G) 1. Insert the Adjuster (G) on the bottom of Pedal Board (C). Fasten (A) and (C) with four bolts (F). (C) (A) (D) (C) 2. Fasten Side Panel (A) and Back Panel (B) with two screws (D). Then fix Back Panel (B) to Pedal Board (C) with four screws (E). (E) (B) ­6­ (F) Hand or Finger catching hazard 3. Place the piano on the front half of the stand so that the metal fitting holes are seen when viewed from the top. Slide the piano backward while holding it with one hand so that it does not incline and fall from the stand. The hooks on the piano are then engaged with the metal fittings on the Side Panels. Pay attention so that your hand or fingers are not caught between the stand and piano. Fasten the piano and the stand with four bolts(F). CAUTION: Be sure to secure the piano to the stand with the screws. If you fail to do so, the unit could fall from the stand causing damage or personal injury. 4. Insert the pedal connection cord that comes from Pedal Board (C) into the piano's pedal jack and fasten with cord clamps. Bottom View (H) 5. Turn the Adjuster (installed on the bottom of C) until it touches the floor to support the pedal board. ­7­ PART NAMES VOLUME SLIDER (A) Move the volume slider to the right to increase the instrument's volume. Move the slider to the left to decrease the volume. DEMO BUTTON (B) To listen to all the demos, simply press this button. The CN piano will start the demo. Eight musical pieces will be played back randomly until the DEMO button is pressed again to stop. To select a specific demo, press the desired TONE button while the demo is playing. To stop the demo, press this button again. TONE BUTTON (C) Select the desired instrument by pressing the appropriate button. EFFECTS SECTION (D) These buttons add effects (CHORUS, REVERB) to any sound which enhances the tonal quality and improves the acoustical realism. RECORDER SECTION (E) You can record and play back up to three songs. -PLAY/STOP button: Used to play back and stop a recorded song. -RECORD button: Used to start recording a song. FUNCTION SECTION (F) Use these buttons to select a touch type ...