Kawai ATX2-p User Manual

(ATX2-p)

Owner’s Manual

Part Names & Functions

Basic Operation

General Operation

Appendix

Thank you for purchasing a KAWAI AnyTimeX2 piano!

The AnyTimeX2 piano is a revolutionary new instrument that combines the capabilities of an acoustic piano and a digital piano.
With the AnyTimeX2 piano, one can enjoy the pleasing, expressive tone of KAWAI acoustic pianos, with the convenience of
powerful, exciting features that can only be found on a digital instrument.

As its name implies, the most compelling aspect of the AnyTimeX2 piano is that it can be played at literally any time, without
disturbing family or neighbours. It will allow you to enjoy the touch of a  ne KAWAI acoustic piano while retaining the privacy and
power of built-in digital sound. The AnyTimeX2 piano will o er many creative new possibilities for music-making in your home,
school, or recording studio.

To get the most from your AnyTimeX2 piano, please read this manual carefully and become familiar with all its powerful functions
and features. We trust that you and your AnyTimeX2 piano will be making beautiful music together (at any time of the day or
night) for many years to come.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Part Names & Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1. Selecting Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

2. Reverb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

3. Damper Resonance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

4. Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5. Transpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

6. Metronome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Speci cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

MIDI Implementation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Maintenance Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

7. MIDI Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

8. Local Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

9. Auto Power O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.

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.

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.

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 prongs 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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WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following.

WARNING

The product should be connected to
an AC outlet of the specified voltage.

Use only the AC adaptor included with
this instrument to power the instrument.

Do not insert or disconnect the power
cord plug with wet hands.

The chair must be used properly (it must be
used only when playing the product).

● Do not play with it or stand on it.

● Only one person is allowed to sit on it.

● Do not sit on it when opening the lid.

● Re-tighten the bolts occasionally.

When using the headphones, do not
listen for long periods of
time at high volume levels.

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death
or serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly.

120V 240V230V

● If you are going to use an AC power cord,
make sure that it has the correct plug shape
and conforms to the specified power voltage.

● Failure to do so may result in fire.

● Do not use other AC adaptors to power this

instrument.

● Do not use the included AC adaptor or AC
power cord to power other equipment.

Doing so may cause electric shock.

Doing so may cause the chair to fall over or your
fingers to be trapped, resulting in injury.

Doing so may result in hearing problems.

Do not lean against the keyboard.

Do not disassemble, repair or modify
the product.

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.

Doing so may cause the product to fall over,
resulting in injury.

Doing so may result in product breakdown, electric
shock or short-circuit.

● Pulling the AC power cord itself may damage
the cord, causing a fire, electric shock or
short-circuit.

● Failure to do so may cause fire in case of
lightning.

● Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in fire.

This product may be equipped with a polarised 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.

It is a good practice to place the instrument near the AC outlet and to place the power cord plug in a
position that allows the plug to be disconnected easily in the event of an emergency. Electricity is always
charging while the plug is in the AC outlet even when the power switch is in the ‘OFF’ position.

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CAUTION

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury
or damage to the product or other property if the
product is handled incorrectly.

Do not use the product in the following areas.

● Areas, such as those near windows, where the product is
exposed to direct sunlight

● Extremely hot areas, such as near a heater

● Extremely cold areas, such as outside

● Extremely humid areas

● Areas where a large amount of sand or dust is present

● Areas where the product is exposed to excessive

vibrations

When closing the fallboard, close
it gently.

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.

Do not drag the product on the floor.
Take care not to drop the product.

OFF

Using the product in such areas may result in
product breakdown.
Use the product only in moderate climates (not
in tropical climates).

Closing it roughly may trap your fingers,
resulting in injury.

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 should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, should 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 place the product near electrical
appliances such as TVs and
radios.

When connecting the AC power cord
and other cords, take care
not to entangle them.

Do not wipe the product with benzene
or thinner.

Do not stand on the product or exert
excessive force.

Do not place naked flame, such as lighted
candles on the product.

● Doing so may cause the product to generate
noise.

● 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.

● Doing so may result in discoloration or deformation
of the product.

● When cleaning the product, put a soft cloth in
lukewarm water, squeeze it well, then wipe the
product.

● Doing so may cause the product to become
deformed or fall over, resulting in breakdown
or injury.

Doing so may cause the illumination to fall over,
resulting in fire.

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Ensure that the ventilation is not
impeded by covering the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspaper,
table-cloths, curtains, etc.

The product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. Ensure a minimum distance of 5cm around the product for sufficient ventilation.

The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

● The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.

● Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product.

● The product has been exposed to rain.

● The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in

performance.

● The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in fire.

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.

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug with the wide socket slot and insert fully.

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.

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Part Names & Functions

ON

OFF

This section explains the location and functions of the control box and connectors.

Front view of the control box:



d

d

Underside view of the control box:



Part Names & Functions

bc

a

Rear view of the piano (DC IN jack)



g

Pedals



Mu er lever



ef

h ij

k

ON

OFF

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a POWER button

Used to turn on/o the control box.
Be sure to turn it o after playing.

* The AnyTimeX2 piano features a power saving mode that can turn o

the instrument automatically after a speci ed period of inactivity. For
more information, please refer to the ‘Auto Power O ’ setting on page

23.

b VOLUME knob

Used to adjust the volume when AnyTime mode is activated.
Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume.

c PHONES jacks

Used to connect up to two pairs of headphones
simultaneously.

d Headphone hook

Used to conveniently hang the headphones when not in use.

e LINE OUT jack

Used to connect the AnyTime mode audio signal to an external
ampli er, speakers, or recording device such as a computer.

f MIDI IN/OUT jacks

Used to connect the AnyTimeX2 piano to external MIDI devices
such as other electronic instruments or computers. (See page

19)

h Mute Pedal

Used to mute the acoustic piano sound by depressing the
pedal and sliding it gently to the left, thus activating AnyTime
mode.
Do not attempt to activate/deactivate AnyTime mode while
playing the piano as this can cause serious damage to the
action mechanism of the instrument.

Part Names & Functions

i Damper Pedal

Used to remove all dampers from the strings, allowing them
to vibrate freely. This greatly enriches the piano’s sound, while
also assisting the pianist to play smooth ‘legato’ passages.

j Soft Pedal / Sostenuto Pedal

Used to soften the sound, reducing its volume. When the ‘Jazz
Organ’ sound is selected, the soft pedal is used to alternate
the speed of the rotary speaker simulation between ‘Slow’ and
‘Fast’ e ect modes.
It is also possible to use the Soft pedal as a Sostenuto pedal by
depressing the pedal while turning on the AnyTimeX2 piano
control box. In sostenuto mode, depressing the pedal after
playing the keyboard and before releasing the keys sustains
the sound of only the keys just played. Any keys that are
pressed after the sostenuto pedal is depressed will not be
sustained after the keys are released.
Furthermore, the Soft pedal is used to select di erent sounds,
change reverb settings, and adjust various other settings of
the AnyTimeX2 piano.

g DC IN jack

Used to connect the AC adaptor.

k Mu er lever

Used to activate/deactivate the mu er system of the acoustic
piano.
Pull the lever to activate and push it back to deactivate.

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Basic Operation

Pedals

(Mute)

(Soft)

(Damper)

This section explains the basic procedures for turning the power on, activating AnyTime mode, and performing

with headphones.

Basic Operation

1. Plug the AC adaptor into the DC IN connector
located at the rear of the instrument.

3. Press the POWER button.

The LED above the POWER button will light up to indicate that
the AnyTimeX2 control box is turned on.

Press

* The AnyTimeX2 digital piano features a power saving mode that

can turn o the instrument automatically after a speci ed period of
inactivity. For more information, please refer to the ‘Auto Power O ’
setting on page 23.

2. Plug the AC adaptor’s power plug into the
electric wall outlet.

4. Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise to the
half-way position.

5 . Dep r es s the M ut e pe d al , the n sl i de i t g e nt l y

to the left to mute the acoustic piano sound
and activate AnyTime mode.

Do not attempt to activate/deactivate AnyTime mode while
playing the piano, as this can cause serious damage to the
action mechanism of the instrument.

Pedals

(Mute)

(Soft)

(Damper)

Play the piano.

The sound of a Concert Grand piano will be played through
the headphones, with the acoustic piano sound muted.

6. Connect a pair of headphones to one of
the PHONES jacks located on the front of
the control box.

Two pairs of headphones can be connected simultaneously,
allowing two people to listen to the AnyTimeX2 piano at the
same time.

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General Operation

This section explains how to combine keyboard and pedal presses to select di erent sounds, change reverb

settings, and adjust various other settings of the AnyTimeX2 piano.

1. Selecting Sounds 4. Tuning 7. MIDI Channel

2. Reverb Type 5. Transpose 8. Local Control

3. Damper Resonance 6. Metronome 9. Auto Power O

* The following illustrations display the keys assigned to adjusting various settings of the AnyTimeX2 piano.

Reverb Type Damper Resonance Local Control

Sound Selection MIDI Send/Receive Channel

Auto Power O

MIDI Send/Receive Channel TransposeMetronome Tuning

* Pressing one of the keys indicated in the above illustrations while ‘Setting Mode’ is activated will allow various settings of the AnyTimeX2 piano to be

adjusted. During ‘Setting Mode', no sound will be produced when pressing one of those keys, with the exception of the keys used for adjusting the
Metronome, which will produce a metronome sound when pressed.

* Pressing keys which are not indicated in the above illustrations will produce the currently selected sound. These keys allow changes to the sound to

be heard as they are made.

General Operation

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General Operation

1

. Selecting Sounds

The AnyTimeX2 piano features 16 realistic tones/sounds suitable for various musical styles.

Instrument Sounds



Sound Name Description Key

Concert Grand

Concert Grand 2 B0

Mellow Grand

Mellow Grand 2 D1

Modern Piano The sound of a modern grand piano. E1

Classic E. Piano The sound of a classic electric piano. F1

Modern E.P. The sound of a modern electric piano. G1

Jazz Organ

Church Organ The sound of a pipe organ, suitable for Church music etc. B1

Harpsichord The sound of a Baroque period plucked string instrument. C2

Vibraphone The sound of a percussive, tuned instrument played using mallets. D2

String Ensemble The sound of an ensemble of strings. E2

Choir The sound of an ensemble of singers. F2

Concert Grand + Slow Strings The layered sounds of a concert grand and strings with slow attack. G2

Classic E.Piano + Slow Strings The layered sounds of a classic electric piano and strings with slow attack. A2

Church Organ + Choir The layered sounds of a pipe organ and a choir. B2

The sound of a KAWAI concert grand piano.

The sound of a softly strung grand piano.

The sound of an electronic jazz organ.

NOTE: When the ‘Jazz Organ’ sound is selected, the soft pedal is used to alter the speed of the

Drawbar Organ rotary speaker simulation between ‘Slow’ and ‘Fast’ e ect modes.

A0

C1

A1

General Operation

Activating Setting Mode



Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

* If the Damper pedal is held while performing the above combination, Setting Mode will not be activated.

* If another key is pressed while depressing the Soft pedal, Setting Mode will not be activated.

Selecting Sounds



Press one of the bottom-most white keys (A0 to B2 keys) to select the desired sound. Please refer to the table above for a list of
available sounds and the respective key assignments.

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

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Selecting Sounds

Deactivating Setting Mode



After selecting the desired sound, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode.

* The Concert Grand sound will be selected automatically when the power is turned on.

2

. Reverb

The Reverb setting adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room,

stage, or concert hall. The most suitable reverb type is applied automatically when selecting each sound,

however it is also possible to select a di erent reverb type manually if desired.

Reverb Type



Reverb Type Description Key

O Disables the reverb e ect. A#0

Room Simulates the ambience of a small rehearsal room. C#1

Lounge Simulates the ambience of an piano lounge. D#1

Small Hall Simulates the ambience of a small hall. F#1

Concert Hall Simulates the ambience of a concert hall or theater. G#1

Live Hall Simulates the ambience of a live hall or stage. A#1

Cathedral Simulates the ambience of a large cathedral. C#2

Activating Setting Mode



Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

Selecting Reverb Type



Press black A#0, C#1, D#1, F#1, G#1, A#1 or C#2 keys to select the
desired reverb type. Please refer to the table above for a list of
reverb types and the respective key assignments.

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

Lounge Live Hall

Room Cathedral

O

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

Concert HallSmall Hall

General Operation

Deactivating Setting Mode



After selecting the desired reverb type, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode.

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General Operation

3

. Damper Resonance

When the damper pedal is depressed on an acoustic piano, all dampers are lifted up, allowing the strings to

vibrate freely. When a note or chord is played on the piano with the damper pedal depressed, not only will

the strings of the notes played vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance.

The Damper Resonance function of the AnyTimeX2 piano attempts to simulate this phenomenon.

Damper Resonance Type



Damper Resonance Type Description Key

O Disables the damper resonance e ect. D#2

Small Piano sounds produce a small amount of damper resonance. F#2

Medium

Large Piano sounds produce a large amount of damper resonance. A#2

(default) Piano sounds produce a medium amount of damper resonance. G#2

General Operation

Activating Setting Mode



Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

Selecting Damper Resonance Level



Press black D#2, F#2, G#2 or A#2 keys to select the desired damper resonance level. Please refer to the table above for a list of
damper resonance levels and the respective key assignments.

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

Medium

Small

O

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

Large

Deactivating Setting Mode



After selecting the desired damper resonance level, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode.

* The Damper Resonance function will only be applied to the Concert Grand, Concert Grand 2, Mellow Grand, Mellow Grand 2, and Modern Piano

sounds.

* The damper resonance level will be set to ‘Medium’ automatically when the power is turned on.

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4

. Tuning

This function allows the pitch of the AnyTimeX2 piano to be  nely adjusted, and may prove useful when

playing with other instruments.

Activating Setting Mode



Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

Adjusting Tuning Value



Press the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key) repeatedly to increase the tuning pitch, or the top-most black key (A#7 key) repeatedly to
decrease the tuning pitch.

* The tuning value can be adjusted within the range of 427.0 to 453.0 Hz, altering by 0.5 Hz increments each time C8 or A#7 key is pressed.

* Press A#7 and C8 keys simultaneously to restore the tuning setting to the default value of 440 Hz.

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

Decrease tuning pitch

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

Increase tuning pitch

General Operation

Deactivating Setting Mode



After adjusting the desired tuning value, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode.

* The tuning value will be stored and recalled automatically when the power is turned on. Care must therefore be taken when adjusting this setting.

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General Operation

5

. Transpose

The transpose function allows the key of the AnyTimeX2 piano to be raised or lowered in half steps. This is

particularly useful when accompanying instruments with di erent tones, or when a song learned in one key

must be played in another key.

Activating Setting Mode



General Operation

Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

Adjusting Transpose Value



Press E7 key repeatedly to increase the transposition value, or D#7 key repeatedly to decrease the transposition value.

* The transpose value can be adjusted within the range of 12 halftones higher or 12 halftones lower.

* Press D#7 and E7 keys simultaneously to restore the transpose setting to the default value of ‘0’.

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

Decrease transpose value

Increase transpose value

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

Deactivating Setting Mode



After adjusting the desired transpose value, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode.

* The transpose value will be set to ‘0’ automatically when the power is turned on.

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6

. Metronome

Rhythm is one of the most important elements when learning music. It is important to practice playing the

piano at the correct tempo and with a steady rhythm. The metronome function helps learners to achieve this

by providing a steady beat to perform to.

Metronome Function



Metronome Function Key Metronome Function Key

Decrease metronome tempo by 10 BPM F#5 Stop metronome F6

Increase metronome tempo by 10 BPM G5 Start/Set metronome to 1/4 time signature G6

Decrease metronome tempo by 1 BPM G#5 Start/Set metronome to 2/4 time signature A6

Increase metronome tempo by 1 BPM A5 Start/Set metronome to 3/4 time signature B6

Decrease metronome volume C#6 Start/Set metronome to 4/4 time signature C7

Increase metronome volume D6

Activating Setting Mode



Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

Adjusting Metronome Time Signature, Tempo, and Volume



* Press G6, A6, B6 or C7 keys to start the metronome and/or set the metronome time signature.

* Press F#5, G5, G#5 or A5 keys to adjust the metronome tempo.

* Press white D6 key or black C#6 key to adjust the metronome volume.

Please refer to the table above for a list of metronome functions and the respective key assignments.

Decrease metronome tempo by 1 BPM

Decrease metronome tempo

by 10 BPM

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

Decrease metronome volume

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

General Operation

Increase metronome tempo

Increase metronome tempo by 1 BPM Increase metronome volume

by 10 BPM

Stop metronome

Start/Set metronome time signature

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General Operation

* The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10-300 BPM.

Press F#5 and G5, or G#5 and A5 keys simultaneously to restore the metronome tempo to the default value of 120 BPM.

* The metronome volume can be adjusted within the range of 1-10.

Press C#6 and D6 keys simultaneously to restore the metronome volume to the default value of ‘5’.

* Press white F6 key to stop the metronome.

Deactivating Setting Mode



After adjusting the desired metronome settings, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode.

General Operation

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7

. MIDI Channel

MIDI overview



The term MIDI is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, an international standard for connecting synthesizers,
sequencers (MIDI recorders) and other electronic instruments in order to exchange performance data.

The AnyTimeX2 piano is equipped with two MIDI jacks for exchanging data: MIDI IN and MIDI OUT. Each uses a special cable with
a DIN connector.

MIDI IN : For receiving note, program change and other data.
MIDI OUT : For sending note, program change and other data.

MIDI uses channels to exchange data back and forth between MIDI devices. There are receive (MIDI IN) and transmit (MIDI OUT)
channels. Most musical instruments or devices with MIDI functions are equipped with both MIDI IN and MIDI OUT jacks and are
capable of transmitting and receiving data via MIDI.

The receive channels are used to receive data from another MIDI device and the transmit channels are used to transmit data to
another MIDI device.

MIDI connection example:

Sending Instrument a

When connected as shown in the illustration above, MIDI data sent from a will be also played on b if both channels match.

MIDI instruments have 16 channels for sending and receiving MIDI data.

MIDI examples



Connection to a sequencer:



When connected as shown in this illustration, songs played on
the AnyTimeX2 piano can be recorded with a sequencer, and
then played back at any time.

Receiving Instrument b

Sequencer

General Operation

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General Operation

AnyTimeX2 MIDI functions



The AnyTimeX2 piano is capable of the following MIDI functions:

Sending/Receiving keyboard note information (i.e. which keys are pressed).



Sending/Receiving pedal information (i.e. ON/OFF data for the damper, soft and sostenuto pedals).



Receiving volume data (i.e. adjusting the volume of the AnyTimeX2 piano using a separate MIDI instrument).



Sending/Receiving exclusive data.



Please refer to the complete listing on page 25 - MIDI Implementation Chart - for more information regarding MIDI functionality.

Sending/Receiving MIDI Program Change numbers



General Operation

Sound Name Program Number

Concert Grand 1

Concert Grand 2 2

Mellow Grand 3

Mellow Grand 2 4

Modern Piano 5

Classic E. Piano 6

Modern E.P. 7

Jazz Organ 8

Church Organ 9

Harpsichord 10

Vibraphone 11

String Ensemble 12

Choir 13

Concert Grand + Slow Strings 14

Classic E.Piano + Slow Strings 15

Church Organ + Choir 16

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The MIDI Channel function is used to determine on which MIDI channel the AnyTimeX2 piano will exchange

MIDI information with external MIDI devices and instruments.

The selected channel will function as both the Transmit and Receive channel.

Activating Setting Mode



Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

Adjusting MIDI Channel



Press white C3 to D5 keys to adjust the MIDI channel.
Please refer to the table below for a list of MIDI channels and the respective key assignments.

OMNI ON 1ch

Key

MIDI Channel

C3 D3 E3 F3 G3 A3 B3 C4 D4 E4 F4 G4 A4 B4 C5 D5

12345678910111213141516

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

MIDI channel (OMNI OFF)

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

General Operation

* The MIDI channel can be adjusted within the range of 1-16.

* Press black C#3 key to allow MIDI information to be received from all channels.

This is often referred to as ‘OMNI ON’. If, a speci c MIDI channel is selected, the AnyTimeX2 piano will be set to ‘OMNI OFF’ and data will only be
received on that speci ed channel.

Deactivating Setting Mode



After adjusting the desired MIDI channel settings, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode.

* The MIDI channel setting will be set to ‘OMNI ON 1ch’ automatically when the power is turned on.

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General Operation

8

. Local Control

This function determines whether the AnyTimeX2 piano will play a sound when the keyboard is played.

With Local Control set to ‘On’, the AnyTimeX2 piano will play a sound when the keyboard is played. However,

even with Local Control set to ‘O ’, the AnyTimeX2 piano keyboard will continue to transmit data on the

selected MIDI channel to an external MIDI device or personal computer.

Local Control Settings



Local Control Description Key

O The instrument will transmit information to an external MIDI device only. C#4

On

(default) The instrument will play an internal sound and transmit information to an external MIDI device.

Activating Setting Mode



D#4

General Operation

Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

Adjusting Local Control



Press black C#4 or D#4 keys to adjust the local control setting.

Deactivating Setting Mode



After adjusting the desired local control settings, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode.

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

O On

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

* The local control setting will be set to ‘On’ automatically when the power is turned on.

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9

. Auto Power O

The AnyTimeX2 Piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn o the

instrument after a speci ed period of inactivity.

Auto Power O Settings



Auto Power O Description Key

O The Auto Power O function is disabled. D#6

30 min.

60 min. The instrument will turn o automatically after 60 minutes of inactivity. G#6

120 min. The instrument will turn o automatically after 120 minutes of inactivity. A#6



(default) The instrument will turn o automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity. F#6

Activating Setting Mode

Depress the Soft pedal

The above combination of holding the Soft pedal while pressing the top-most ‘C’ key will activate Setting Mode.

Adjusting auto power o settings



* Press the key assigned to the desired Auto Power O setting.

* The Auto Power O setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on.

While holding the Soft pedal, press and
hold the top-most ‘C’ key (C8 key)

30 min. 60 min. 120 mi n.

O

Release the Soft pedal,
then release the ‘C’ key

General Operation

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Appendix

Speci cations

KAWAI Model ATX2-p



Polyphony

Sounds Concert Grand, Concert Grand 2, Mellow Grand, Mellow Grand 2, Modern Piano, Classic E. Piano,

Reverb

Metronome

Tra ns pos e

Other Functions

Pedals

Jacks

Power

Power Consumption

Accessories

Maximum 192 notes

Modern E.P., Jazz Organ, Church Organ, Harpsichord, Vibraphone, String Ensemble, Choir,
Concert Grand + Slow Strings, Classic E.Piano + Slow Strings, Church Organ + Choir

Room, Lounge, Small Hall, Concert Hall, Live Hall, Cathedral

Time signatures: 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4
Tempo: 10-300 BPM

From -12 to +12 halftones

Damper Resonance (Small, Medium, Large), Tuning

Damper (8 levels), Soft (switchable to Sostenuto)

Headphones x2, MIDI (IN, OUT), LINE OUT (stereo mini), DC IN

DC 15V (using included AC adaptor)

15W (using included AC adaptor)

Headphones, AC adaptor (PS-153), Owner’s Manual

Appendix

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MIDI Implementation Chart

KAWAI Model ATX2-p



Function Transmit Receive Remarks

Date : JAN 2014 Version : 1.0

Basic channel

Mode

Note number

Velocit y

After touch

Pitch bend

Control change

At power-up 1 1

Settable 1 - 16 1 - 16

At power-up Mode 3 Mode 1

Message

Alternative

Range

Note on

Note o

Key speci c

Channel speci c



 

21 - 108* 0 - 127



9nH v=1-127



8nH v=64









7



64

66

67

(Right pedal)



(Left pedal)***



(Left pedal)



Mode 1, 3**

0 - 127











** Omni mode is on at power-up.

Omni mode can be turned o
through MIDI channel setting
operations.

* 9 - 120, including transpose

Volume

Damper pedal

***Sostenuto pedal

Soft pedal

1

(0 - 12)

Program change settable range

Exclusive

Song position

Common

Real time

Other functions

Remarks

Mode 1: omni mode On, Poly Mode 2: omni mode On, Mono
Mode 3: omni mode O , Poly Mode 4: omni mode O , Mono

Song selection

Tun e

Clock

Commands

Local On / O

All notes O

Active sensing

Reset

1

Notes : Control Change #66 will function only when the Soft/Sostenuto pedal is set to ‘Sostenuto

Pedal’ mode (see page 9).
Control Change #67 will function only when the Soft/Sostenuto pedal is set to ‘Soft Pedal’
mode (default).



























0 - 12

(123 - 127)






Appendix

: Yes
: No

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Appendix

Maintenance Precautions

Please read the following information before attempting maintenance/servicing of the AnyTimeX2 piano.

Lowering the Sensor Rail



1. Remove the four screws from the points shown below, then raise the hammer rail.

Hammer Rail

Screws

2. While holding the hammer rail, lower the sensor rail forward gently.

Hammer Rail

Appendix

Sensor Rail

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When removing the action, be sure to disconnect both
the sensor connector and the earth/ground wire.

Sensor Connector

Earth/Ground Wire

When removing the muting wire from the action,  rst
loosen the two adjustment screws on the Hammer Rail
Stopper Arm.

Appendix

Hammer Rail Stopper Arm

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