Casio AP-24 User Manual

USER’S GUIDE
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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NOTICE

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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. 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 circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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Introduction

Congratulations on your selection of the CASIO Digital Piano. This digital piano is a sophisticated musical

instrument that blends the very best of traditional piano feel and sound quality with the latest that

modern electronics technology has to offer.

Before using the instrument, be sure to carefully read through the instructions contained in this manual.

Please keep all information for future reference.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: 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 lightning 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 literature accompanying the
product.

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CASIO Europe GmbH
Bornbarch 10, 22848 Norderstedt, Germany

This mark applies to the AP-24V only.

Please keep all information for future reference.

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Safety Precautions

Symbols

Various symbols are used in this user’s guide and on
the product itself to ensure that the product is used
safely and correctly, and to prevent injury to the user
and other persons as well as damage to property.
Those symbols along with their meanings are shown
below.

WARNING

This indication stipulates matters that have the risk
of causing death or serious injury if the product is
operated incorrectly while ignoring this indication.

CAUTION

This indication stipulates matters that have the risk
of causing injury as well as matters for which there
is the likelihood of occurrence of physical damage
only if the product is operated incorrectly while
ignoring this indication.

Symbol Examples

This triangle symbol ( ) means that the
user should be careful. (The example at
left indicates electric shock caution.)

This circle with a line through it (
means that the indicated action must not
be performed. Indications within or
nearby this symbol are specifically
prohibited. (The example at left indicates
that disassembly is prohibited.)

The black dot (
indicated action must be performed.
Indications within this symbol are actions
that are specifically instructed to be
performed. (The example at left indicates
that the power plug must be unplugged
from the electric socket.)

)

) means that the

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Safety Precautions

WARNING

Power Cord

● Improper use of the power cord can
create the risk of fire and
electric shock. Always be sure to observe
the following precautions.

• Use only the power cord specified for

this digital piano.

• Make sure that the power source you

are using matches the rating marked
on the instrument itself.

• Do not use an extension cord to plug

multiple devices into the same power
outlet.

● Improper use of the power cord can
create the risk of personal injury, material
damage, fire and electric shock. Always
be sure to observe the following
precautions.

• Do not place heavy objects on the

power cord or subject it to heat.

• Never try to modify the power cord or

subject it to excessive bending.

• Never twist or pull on the power cord.

• Should the power cord or plug become

damaged, contact your original retailer
or an authorized CASIO service
provider.

● Do not touch the plug with wet hands
when it is plugged in. This may cause
electric shock.

● Never allow the digital piano to get wet.
Water creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.

● Never place a vase or any other liquid
container on the digital piano. Water
creates the risk of fire and electric shock.

Do not locate the digital piano on an unstable surface.

Never locate the digital piano on a surface
that is wobbly, tilted, or otherwise
unstable*. An unstable surface can cause
the digital piano to fall over, creating the
risk of personal injury.

* Avoid areas where there are

multiple layers of carpeting, and
where cables are running under
the digital piano.

Always make sure you secure the digital
piano to the stand with the screws that are
provided. An unsecured the digital piano
can fall from the stand, creating the risk of
personal injury.

Never climb onto the digital piano or stand.

Never climb onto the digital piano
or hang from its edges. Doing so
can cause the digital piano to fall
over, creating the risk of personal
injury. Special care concerning this
point is required in households
where there are small children.

Never dispose of the digital piano by burning it.

Never dispose of the digital piano by
burning it. Doing so creates the risk of fire
and personal injury due to explosion.

Do not place containers containing water or other
liquids on the instrument.

Do not place the following objects on the
instrument. Placing such objects on the
instrument may cause fire or electric shock
if they spill and get inside the instrument.

• Containers filled with water or other
liquids (including vases, potted plants,
cups, cosmetics and medicines)

• Small metal objects (including hairpins,
sewing needles and coins)

• Flammable objects

• Naked flame sources, such as lighted

candles

In the event a foreign object should happen
to get inside the instrument, please take the
following actions:

1. Turn off power.

2. Unplug the power cord from the wall
outlet.

3. Consult with the dealer where you
purchased the instrument or with an
authorized CASIO service provider.

Do not expose this digital piano to rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose this digital piano to rain or
moisture.

Never try to take the digital piano apart or modify it.

Never try to take the digital piano apart or
modify it in any way. Doing so creates the
risk of electric shock, burn injury, or other
personal injury. Leave all internal
inspection, adjustment, and repair up to
your original retailer or an authorized
CASIO service provider.

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Safety Precautions

Precautions concerning smoke, abnormal odor, and
other abnormalities

Continued use of the digital piano while it
is emitting smoke or abnormal odor, or
while it is displaying other abnormalities
creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
Immediately perform the following steps
whenever you notice any abnormality.

1. Turn off the digital piano power.

2. Unplug the digital piano from its power
outlet.

3. Contact your original retailer or an
authorized CASIO service provider.

Avoid dropping the digital piano and other strong
impact.

Continued use of the digital piano after it
has been damaged by dropping or by other
external impact creates the risk of fire and
electric shock. Immediately perform the
following steps whenever the digital piano
is damaged by impact.

1. Turn off the digital piano power.

2. Unplug the digital piano from its power
outlet.

3. Contact your original retailer or an
authorized CASIO service provider.

Do not put plastic bags over your head or in your
mouth.

Never allow the plastic bags that the digital
piano and its accessories come in to be
placed over the head or swallowed. Doing
so creates the risk of suffocation. Special
care concerning this point is required in
households where there are small children.

CAUTION

Power Outlet

To power the digital piano, use a power
outlet that allows easy access when
plugging in or unplugging the power cord.

Power Cord

Improper use of the power cord can create
the risk of fire and electric shock. Always
be sure to observe the following
precautions.

• Never locate the power cord near a stove
or other source of heat.

• When unplugging from an outlet, never
pull on the cord.
(Always grasp the plug when pulling.)

• After use turn off the power switch of
the instrument and unplug the power
cord from the electrical outlet.

Power Plug

Improper use of the power plug can create
the risk of fire and electric shock. Always
be sure to observe the following
precautions.

• Push the plug fully into the power outlet
as far as it will go.

• Unplug from the power outlet during
lightening storms, and when you do not
plan to use the digital piano for a long
time (such as before a long trip).

• After unplugging from the wall outlet,
clean the area between the prongs of the
plug to keep dust from building up.

Opening and closing the keyboard cover

Make sure that the keyboard cover is
completely opened as far as it will go. When
closing the keyboard cover, hold the front
of the cover and close it slowly. Pinching
your fingers between the digital piano and
keyboard cover creates the risk of personal
injury.

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Moving the digital piano

Be sure to perform the following steps
before moving the digital piano. Failure to
do so can damage the power cord, creating
the risk of fire and electric shock.

1. Unplug the digital piano from its power
outlet.

2. Unplug the pedal connecting cord, and
all cords and other items connected to
the back of the digital piano.

Cleaning

Before cleaning the digital piano, unplug it
from the power outlet. Failure to do so can
damage the power cord, creating the risk
of fire and electric shock. It can also cause
the digital piano to fall over, creating the
risk of personal injury.

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Safety Precautions

Never climb onto the digital piano or stand.

Doing so can cause the digital piano to fall
over, creating the risk of personal injury.
Special care concerning this item is required
in households where there are small
children.

Connector

Connect only the specified devices to the
digital piano's connectors. Connecting non­specified items creates the risk of fire and
electric shock.

Location

Avoid locating the digital piano in the
following types of areas. Subjecting the
digital piano to the conditions described
below creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.

• Areas expose to high humidity or large
amounts of dust

• Near food preparation areas and other
areas where it is exposed to oil smoke

• Near a heater, on a heated carpet, in
direct sunlight, inside a closed
automobile parked in the sun, and any
other area subjected to very high
temperature

Never place the digital piano directly onto
furniture or other item that has a finished
surface. The rubber feet on the bottom of
the digital piano can react with the paint or
other coatings, resulting in soiling of or
damage to the finished surface. Be sure to
lay felt or some other material on the
finished surface before placing the digital
piano on it.

Assemble the stand properly.

Failure to do so can cause the stand to fall
over and the digital piano to fall from the
stand, creating the risk of personal injury.
Make sure your assemble the stand in
accordance with the instructions that come
with it, and ensure that all connections are
secure. Also make sure that you choose an
appropriate location for the stand.

• When placing the digital piano onto the
stand, take care that you do not pinch
your fingers between the digital piano
and the stand.

• At least two people should
lift the digital piano when
placing it onto the stand or
moving it. Trying to move the
digital piano alone can cause
the stand to fall over, creating
the risk of personal injury.

• Do not drag the stand or tilt
it forward or back when
placing the digital piano onto
the stand or moving it. Doing
so can cause the digital piano
to fall over, creating the risk
of personal injury.

• Periodically check the screws that secure
the digital piano to the stand for
looseness. If a screw is loose, retighten it.
Loose screws can cause the stand to tip
over and the digital piano to fall, creating
the risk of personal injury.

Do not place heavy objects on the digital piano.

Never place heavy objects on top of the
digital piano. Doing so can cause the stand
to tip over and the object to fall, creating
the risk of personal injury.

Volume setting

Do not play at very loud volumes for a
long time. This precaution is especially
important when using the headphones.
Long-term exposure to very loud sound
can damage your hearing.

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Operational Precautions

Locating the Unit

Avoid the following locations.

• Areas exposed to direct sunlight and high humidity.

• Areas subjected to very low temperatures.

• Near a radio, TV, video deck, or tuner (unit can cause interference with audio or video signals)

Care of the Unit

• Never use benzene, alcohol, thinner or other such chemicals to clean the exterior of the unit.

• To clean the keyboard, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of a mild neutral detergent and water. Wring

out all excess moisture from the cloth before wiping.

• Severe impact can cause problems.
When transporting the piano, use soft cloth to pack around the keyboard and buttons to protect them against damage.

• Never try to repair or modify any part of the piano.
Any attempt to repair or modify the piano can cause problems with operation.

• Avoid using this piano near televisions, radios, etc.
Because this piano uses digital circuitry, it may cause interference with other electronic devices such as televisions,
radios, etc.

• In case of a problem, check that buttons and connections are correct, as indicated in this manual. If the piano still does
not work properly, contact your retailer or a nearby dealer. Never try to repair the piano yourself.

Lithium Battery

This unit is equipped with a lithium battery to provide power needed to retain memory contents while unit power is
turned off. Should the lithium battery go dead, all memory contents will be lost whenever you turn unit power off. The
normal life of the lithium battery is five years from the time that the battery was installed. Be sure to periodically contact
your retailer or authorized service provider to have the lithium battery replaced. Note that you will be charged separately
for lithium battery replacement.

• Note that CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or losses or any claims by third
parties arising from corruption or loss of data caused by malfunction or repair of the unit, or from battery replacement.

You may notice lines in the finish of the case of this piano. These lines are the result of the molding process used to shape
the plastic of the case. They are not cracks or breaks in the plastic, and are no cause for concern.

NOTE

• Unauthorized reproduction of this manual in its entirety or in part is expressly forbidden. All rights reserved.

• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or losses or any claims by third parties arising from
use of this product or this manual.

• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

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Main Features

❐ 8 versatile tones

• Eight instrument tones including piano and pipe organ provide plenty of performance versatility.

• Two tones can be layered and played simultaneously, and the keyboard can be split to assign different tones to the left and right

sides.

• Other features include digital effects that control the acoustical characteristic of tones, as well as three pedal effects for all the
nuances of an acoustic piano.

❐ Metronome

• A simple operation lets you set the tempo and the beat of the metronome to suit the tune you want to play. It’s the perfect
practice tool for players of all levels.

❐ 8 demo tunes

• Eight demo tunes demonstrate how to use each of the built-in tones.

❐ Song Memory

• Two independent memory areas let you separately record and playback tunes. You can record in one memory and later record
in the other memory while playing back your original recording, or even play back from both memories at the same time.

❐ Powerful keyboard setting functions

• A selection of powerful keyboard setting functions help you get create exactly the musical mood you want.
Transpose adjusts the key of the keyboard in semitone steps.
Tuning provides a means to tune with another musical instrument.
Touch Select adjusts the intensity of the output sound in accordance with the amount of pressure you apply to the keyboard.

❐ MIDI terminal

• Connecting to another MIDI musical instrument lets you play two instruments from the keyboard of your digital piano. You
can also connect to a commercially available MIDI sequencer to increase the number of parts you can play.

❐ Storing and Playing Back Tune Data You Transferred from Your Computer

• You can connect your keyboard to a computer, use special CASIO conversion software to convert SMF data you purchase or
create to CASIO format, and then transfer it to the digital piano.

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