Kawai CA 111 User Manual

PART NAMES

& FUNCTIONS

BASIC

OPERATION

Owner’s Manual

SOUNDS

INTERNAL

METRONOME

RECORDER

DEMO MODE

FUNCTIONS

USB USAGE

APPENDIX

Thank you for purchasing a KAWAI CA111 digital piano!

The CA111 digital piano is a revolutionary new instrument that combines the latest digital technology with traditional piano

craftsmanship inherited from KAWAI’s many years of experience in building ﬁ ne acoustic pianos. Its AWA Grand PRO

II wooden key action provides the touch response and full dynamic range required for a superb performance of piano,

harpsichord, organ, and other instruments, while the authentic piano tone has been created through the stereo-sampling

of concert grand pianos, and is reproduced using KAWAI’s unique Harmonic Imaging™ sound technology.

The CA111 is also equipped with a revolutionary Soundboard Speaker System, channelling sound energy onto a spruce

soundboard to faithfully reproduce the unmistakable warmth and ambience of an acoustic piano, for an even more realistic

playing experience. Additional reverb and digital effects processors provide a deeper, richer sound, while industry standard

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) jacks and a USB interface are also available, allowing the playback and connection

of other electronic instruments and personal computers.

This owner’s manual contains valuable information that will help you to make full use of the CA111’s capabilities. Please

read all sections carefully and keep this manual handy for future reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PART NAMES

& FUNCTIONS

BASIC

OPERATION

SOUNDS

INTERNAL

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

1. PART NAMES & FUNCTIONS .......................... 8

 CONTROL BOX .............................................................8

2. BASIC OPERATION ........................................ 10

 PERFORMING WITH HEADPHONES .........................11

3. INTERNAL SOUNDS ...................................... 12

1) SINGLE SOUND MODE ...................................................12

2) DUAL MODE ....................................................................13

3) REVERB ...........................................................................14

4) EQ ....................................................................................15

4. METRONOME ................................................. 16

 ACTIVATING THE METRONOME ................................16

 ADJUSTING THE METRONOME TEMPO ...................16

 CHANGING THE METRONOME TIME SIGNATURE ..17

 ADJUSTING THE METRONOME VOLUME ................17

 DEACTIVATING THE METRONOME ...........................17

5. RECORDER .................................................... 18

1) RECORDING A SONG .....................................................18

2) PLAYING BACK A SONG .................................................20

3) DELETING A SONG.........................................................21

6. DEMO MODE .................................................. 22

 LIST OF DEMONSTRATION PIECES .........................22

 LISTENING TO DEMONSTRATION PIECES ..............23

7. MENU FUNCTIONS ........................................ 24

 MENU FUNCTION LIST ...............................................24

0) DUAL BALANCE ..............................................................25

1) VOICING ...........................................................................26

2) DAMPER RESONANCE ..................................................27

3) STRING RESONANCE ....................................................28

4) KEY OFF EFFECT ...........................................................30

5) TOUCH .............................................................................31

6) TEMPERAMENT ..............................................................32

7) KEY OF TEMPERAMENT ................................................34

8) TUNING ............................................................................35

9) STRETCH TUNING ..........................................................36

10) TRANSPOSE..................................................................37

11) MIDI CHANNEL ..............................................................38

 MIDI OVERVIEW ..........................................................38

12) LOCAL CONTROL .........................................................41

13) METRONOME VOLUME ................................................42

14) USER MEMORY.............................................................43

15) FACTORY RESET ..........................................................44

8. USB USAGE ................................................... 45

 ABOUT THE USB CONNECTOR.................................45

 ABOUT THE USB DRIVER ..........................................45

 NOTES ON USB USAGE .............................................46

9. APPENDIX ...................................................... 47

 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................47

 MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART ................................48

METRONOME

RECORDER

DEMO MODE

FUNCTIONS

USB USAGE

APPENDIX

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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.

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

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WARNING

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

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.

Do not lean against the keyboard.

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.

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.

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

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 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.

An information on Disposal for users

If your product is marked with this recycling symbol it means that, at the end of its life, you must dispose of it separately by taking it to an appropriate collection point. You should not mix it with general household waste. Disposing of this product correctly will prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling. For further details, please contact your local authority. (European Union only)

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PART NAMES

& FUNCTIONS

PART NAMES & FUNCTIONS

This section explains the location and function of the control panel and connectors.

 CONTROL BOX

z Power Switch

z Front view: Control box

e d b

z Control panel visible

z Control Panel

m n p

h i j k l

Ú Please do not place any objects on the control panel.

z Rear view: MIDI, USB, LINE IN/OUT connectors

s t

z Pedalsz Rear (AC IN connector)

z Pedal Adjuster

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a Power Switch

Press the power switch to turn the power on / off.

Turn the power off after use.

b Volume

Used to adjust the volume. Turn the knob clockwise

to increase the volume.

c Power Indicator

Used to indicate that the control panel is turned

on.

d Control Panel

Used to select various functions. Press the area

marked ‘Push’ to reveal the control panel.

e Phones

Used to connect up to two pairs of headphones

simultaneously.

f Headphone Hook

Used to conveniently hang the headphones when

not in use.

g LCD Display

Used to display information such as the currently

selected sound type and various other functions

and values.

* Please remove the protective plastic ﬁ lm from the

display before use.

h Value

Used to change the value for various functions.

i Sound

Used to select the sound.

j Dual

Used to layer two sounds together. (See page 13)

k Reverb

Used to add reverberation to the sound, simulating

the acoustic environment of a recital room, live stage

or concert hall. (See page 14)

l Metronome

Used to activate/deactivate the metronome.

Used to access menu functions that control

advanced features such as tuning. (See page 24)

and p Demo

Used to start / stop playback of demonstration

pieces. (See page 23)

q LINE IN Jacks

Used to connect the stereo output from other

electronic instruments or audio equipment such as

a CD player.

r LINE OUT Jacks

Used to connect audio signal to an external ampliﬁ er,

speakers, or recording device such as a computer.

s MIDI IN/OUT Connectors

Used to connect the CA111 piano to external MIDI

devices such as other electronic instruments or

computers.

t USB Connector

Used to connect the CA111 piano with a personal

computer to exchange MIDI data.

u AC IN Connector

Used to connect the AC cord.

v Sustain Pedal

Sustains the sound after hands are lifted from the

keyboard - greatly enriching the piano sound, while

also assisting smooth ‘legato’ passages. The sustain

pedal is capable of responding to half pedaling.

w Sostenuto Pedal

Depressing this pedal after playing the keyborad

and before releasing the keys sustains the sound

of only the keys just played.

x Soft Pedal

Depressing this pedal softens the sound and

reduces its volume. When the rotary speaker effect

is active, the soft pedal is used to alternate the

speed of the rotary simulation between ‘Slow’ and

‘Fast’ effect modes.

PART NAMES

& FUNCTIONS

m Play/Stop

Used to start/stop playback of recorded songs.

n Rec

Used to record songs. (See page 18)

o EQ

Used to select built-in EQ.

y Pedal Adjuster Bolt

Used to provide greater support and stability to the

pedals.

* Please ensure that the pedal adjuster bolt ﬁ rmly

touches the ﬂ oor, supporting the pedal board and

preventing damage.

When moving the CA111, loosen the adjustor bold

and readjust after moving has been completed.

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2. BASIC OPERATION

This section provides the basic procedures for turning the power on, and performing with headphones.

 Step 1

Plug the AC cord into the AC IN connector located at the rear of the

BASIC

OPERATION

instrument.

 Step 2

Plug the CA111 power plug into the electric wall outlet.

 Step 3

Push the Power switch located on the right of the cheek block.

The LED above the control panel Volume knob will light up to indicate that the

CA111 piano is turned on.

 Step 4

Use the Volume knob to set the volume to a comfortable listening level.

The volume knob controls the volume level of the speakers and the headphones.

Setting the volume knob to the half-way position is a good starting point.

Caution

y The CA111 piano is equipped with top speakers on the left and right sides of the

unit, behind the top board. To avoid damage to these speakers or other parts of the

CA111, do not place liquids such as water or coffee on or near these speakers.

Top speakers

 PERFORMING WITH HEADPHONES

 Step 5

Connect a pair of headphones to one of the Phones jacks located on the underside of the control box.

Two pairs of headphones can be connected simultaneously, allowing two people to listen to the CA111 piano at

the same time.

Play the piano.

The sound of a Concert Grand piano will be played.

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3. INTERNAL SOUNDS

The CA111 piano features 22 realistic sounds suitable for various musical styles. Sounds can be played individually,

or layered together, with additional reverberation effects simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, live

stage or concert hall.

Sound Name Description

SOUNDS

INTERNAL

Concert Grand Concert Grand 2 Studio Grand Studio Grand 2 Mellow Grand Mellow Grand 2 Modern Piano The sound of a modern grand piano. Rock Piano The sound of a rock piano, brighter than that of Modern Piano. Classic E.Piano The sound of a classic electric piano. Modern E.P. The sound of a modern electric piano. Slow Strings

String Ensemble Choir The sound of an ensemble of singers. Harpsichord Harpsichord Oct. Vibraphone The sound of a percussive, tuned instrument played using mallets. Church Organ Diapason

Jazz Organ

Drawbar Organ

New Age Pad The sound of a synthesized science ﬁ ction atmosphere.

The sound of a KAWAI concert grand piano.

The sound of a brightly strung grand piano.

The sound of a softly strung grand piano.

The sound of an ensemble of strings.String Pad

The sound of a Baroque period plucked string instrument.

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

The sound of an electronic organ.

NOTE: When either organ sound is selected, the soft pedal is used to alter the speed of the

rotary speaker simulation between ‘Slow’ and ‘Fast’ effect modes.

 Preparation

1. Turn on the CA111 piano using the Power switch located on the right of the cheek block.

2. Push the front of the control box to reveal the control panel.

Concert Grand

Concert Grand will be shown in the LCD display. The LED

indicators for the Sound and Reverb buttons will also turn on.

1) SINGLE SOUND MODE

 Step 1

Press the S or T Value buttons or Sound button to select the desired sound.

 Step 2

Play the piano.

The selected sound will be heard as the keys are pressed.

Use the Volume knob to adjust the volume if necessary.

The CA111 piano is capable of playing up to 192 notes simultaneously

(192-note polyphony).

2) DUAL MODE

The DUAL function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound. For example, a

piano can be layered with strings, or a church organ with a choir sound.

 Step 1

Press the S or T Value buttons or Sound button to select the desired primary sound.

 Step 2

Press the Dual button to activate Dual mode.

The LED indicator for the Dual button will turn on.

The primary sound will be shown on the upper line of the

Concert Grand Slow Strings

 Step 3

Press the S or T Value buttons or Sound button to select the desired secondary sound.

LCD display, while the secondary sound will be shown on

the lower line.

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 Step 4

Play the piano.

The two different sounds will be heard simultaneously.

 Step 5

Press the Dual button again to deactivate Dual mode.

The LED indicator for the Dual button will turn off.

The secondary sound shown on the lower line of the LCD

display will disappear, leaving the primary sound shown

on the upper line.

Pressing the Dual button once again will reactivate Dual

mode, recalling the previously selected primary and

secondary sounds.

Alternatively, press the S and T Value buttons simultaneously to deactivate Dual mode and select the default Concert Grand sound.

 To change the primary sound while Dual mode is activated, ﬁ rst press the Dual button to deactivate Dual mode, then

press the S or T Value buttons to select the new primary sound. Finally, press the Dual button once again to reactive

Dual mode.

 To adjust the volume balance between the primary and secondary sounds, please refer to the instructions on page 25

- 0) DUAL BALANCE.

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3) REVERB

Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert

hall.

There are ﬁ ve types of reverb available:

Room 1, 2 : Simulates the sound of a small room, adding a soft reverberation.

¡ Stage : Simulates the sound of playing on a live stage. ¡ Hall 1, 2 : Simulates the deep reverberation of a larger concert hall.

 Step 1

Press the Reverb button to activate the reverb simulation.

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INTERNAL

The LED indicator for the Reverb button will turn on,

indicating that the reverb simulation has been activated.

 Step 2

Press and hold the Reverb button, then press the S or T Value buttons to select the desired reverb type.

Reverb Type

= Room 2

 Step 3

The currently selected reverb type will be shown on the

second line of the LCD display.

Play the piano.

The selected reverb type will be applied to the sound.

 Step 4

Press the Reverb button once again to deactivate the reverb simulation.

The LED indicator for the Reverb button will turn off, indicating that the reverb simulation has been deactivated.

¡ If the Reverb button is pressed once again, the reverb simulation will be reactivated with the previously selected

type.

4) EQ

EQ allows the tonal character of the CA111 piano to be adjusted and optimised, providing the best sound quality

within the area that the instrument is located.

There are ﬁ ve EQ settings:

Wall Mode EQ : Optimises the sound of the CA111 piano when placed against a wall.

¡ Loudness : Retains the normal sound character of the CA111 piano when playing at lower volume levels. ¡ Bass Reduce : Reduces low-range frequencies, providing a clearer sound in certain conditions. ¡ Treble Boost : Emphasises treble frequencies. ¡ Mid Reduce : Reduces mid-range frequencies, providing a clearer sound in certain conditions.

 Step 1

Press the EQ button to activate the EQ mode.

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SOUNDS

INTERNAL

The LED indicator for the EQ button will turn on, indicating that EQ has been activated.

 Step 2

Press and hold the EQ button, then press the S or T Value buttons to select the desired EQ type.

The currently selected EQ type will be shown on the second line of the LCD display, while the EQ button is held.

= Wall Mode EQ

= Loudness

 Step 3

Æ Å

= Bass Reduce

Æ Å

= Treble Boost

Æ Å

= Mid Reduce

Press the EQ button once again to deactivate the EQ.

The LED indicator for the EQ button will turn off, indicating that the EQ has been deactivated.

¡ If the EQ button is pressed once again, the EQ will be reactivated with the previously selected type.

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