ES100
Owner’s Manual
Preparation Before Use
Playing the Piano
Internal Songs
Recorder
Settings
Appendix
Thank you for purchasing this Kawai digital piano.
This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and
operation of the ES100 digital piano.
Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.
Preface
About this Owner’s Manual
Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Preparation Before Use section from page 10 of this owner’s manual.
This section explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power.
The Playing the Piano section (page 13) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing the
ES100 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 19) includes
information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, and Lesson function.
The Recorder section (page 23) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored in the instrument’s internal
memory, and the Settings section (page 26) details the settings that can be used to adjust a number of sound and keyboard
characteristics, as well as basic MIDI functionality.
Finally, the Appendix section (page 48) includes listings for all demo, and Lesson function songs, a troubleshooting guide,
assembly instructions, MIDI reference information, and full specication details.
ES100 Feature Highlights
Advanced Hammer Action IV-F weighted-key keyboard action
The Advanced Hammer Action IV-F keyboard action has been developed to represent the distinctive touch of an acoustic
grand piano, with its remarkable springless design providing consistent upward and downward motion for a smooth,
natural, piano playing experience.
Moreover, just as acoustic pianos utilise heavier bass hammers and lighter treble hammers, the AHA IV-G keyboard action
also employs dierent hammer weights, appropriately graded for each playing range. Such attention to detail allows
greater stability during fortissimo passages, while preserving delicate pianissimo control, to satisfy the demands of even
the most discerning pianist.
Harmonic Imaging™ (HI) sound technology, 88-key piano sampling
The ES100 digital piano captures the beautiful sound of Kawai’s highly acclaimed hand-built concert grand piano, with
all 88 keys of this exceptional instrument meticulously recorded, analyzed and faithfully reproduced using proprietary
Harmonic Imaging ™ technology. This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of the original grand
piano, aording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to the strongest,
boldest fortissimo.
Additional reverberation eects that simulate the acoustic environment of a recital room, small room, or concert hall are
also applied, resulting in a rich, vibrant piano tone that delivers breathtaking realism and authenticity.
Internal Song recorder, Built-in Lesson Function
The ES100 digital piano features a three song recorder, allowing performances to be recorded to internal memory and
played back at the touch of a button. In addition, the convenient lesson feature allows aspiring pianists to learn the piano
using a built-in collection of etudes from Burgmüller and songs from the popular Alfred course books. The left and right
hand parts for each piece can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows more dicult passages to be
perfected.
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Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instruc tions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURYTO PERSONS
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 PARTSINSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lighting ash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product'senclosure that may
be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
Examples of Picture Symbols
denotes that care should be taken.
The example instructs the user to take care not to allow ngers 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
ampliers) 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 t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
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.
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 specied by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specied by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when mov
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 qualied 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 object
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
ing the cart/apparatus
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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 specied voltage.
Do not insert or disconnect the power
cord plug with wet hands.
Take care not to allow any foreign
matter to enter the product.
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 its has the correct plug shape
and conforms to the specied power voltage.
● Failure to do so may result in re.
Doing so may cause electric shock.
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 lled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the product.
Doing so may cause the chair to fall over or your
ngers 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
o. 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 re, electric shock or
short-circuit.
● Failure to do so may cause re in case of
lightning.
● Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in re.
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.
It is a good practice to have the instrument near the AC outlet and the power cord plug in a position
so that it can readily be disconnected in an emergency because electricity is always charging
while the plug is in the AC outlet even in a power switch o condition.
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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
Use only the AC adaptor included with this instrument to power the instrument.
● 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.
Before connecting cords, make sure
that the power to this product
and other devices is turned
OFF.
Do not drag the product on the oor.
Take care not to drop the product.
Do not place the product near electrical
appliances such as TVs and radios.
OFF
Using the product in such areas may result in
product breakdown.
Use the product only in moderate climates (not
in tropical climates).
Failure to do so may cause breakdown of this
product and other devices.
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.
● Doing so may cause the product to generate
noise.
● If the product generates noise, move the
product suciently away from the electrical
appliance or connect it to another AC outlet.
When connecting the AC power cord
and other cords, take care
not to get them tangled.
Do not wipe the product with benzene
or thinner.
Do not stand on the product or exert
excessive force.
Do not place naked ame, such as lighted
candles on the product.
Ensure that the ventilation is not
impeded by covering the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspaper,
table-cloths, curtains, etc.
Failure to do so may damage them, resulting in
re, 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 re.
Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in re.
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 sucient ventilation.
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The product should be serviced by qualied 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.
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 wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION:
Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la che dans la borne correspondante de la prise et
pousser jusqu'au fond.
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
eects 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)
Instruction for AC power cord (U.K.)
IMPORTANT
THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
BLUE : NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Do not plug either terminal of the power cord to the the ground od AC outlet on the wall.
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.
FCC Information (U.S.A)
CAUTION : Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE : 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 o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
x Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
x Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
x Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
x Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The nameplate label is located on the
Nameplate
underside of the instrument, as indicated below.
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Table of Contents
Preface .................................... 3
Important Safety Instructions ............... 4
Table of Contents .......................... 9
Preparation Before Use
Part Names and Functions ................. 10
Setting Up the Piano ...................... 11
Basic Operation ........................... 12
Playing the Piano
Selecting Sounds ......................... 13
Dual Mode ................................ 15
Split Mode ................................ 16
Metronome / Drum Rhythms .............. 17
5. Damper Noise .................................31
6. Transpose .................................... 32
7. Brilliance ..................................... 33
8. Touch ........................................ 34
9. Tuning ....................................... 35
10. Temperament ............................... 36
11. Temperament Key ........................... 37
MIDI Settings ............................. 38
1. Transmit MIDI Program Change ............... 40
2. MIDI Channel (transmit/receive) ...............41
3. Local Control ................................. 42
4. Multi-timbral Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Speaker Settings ..........................44
1. Table EQ ..................................... 44
Registration Memories .................... 19
Internal Songs
Demo Songs ..............................20
Lesson Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1. Selecting a lesson book/song ..................21
2. Listening to the selected lesson song ......... 22
3. Practicing left and right-hand parts separately . . 23
Recorder
Recorder .................................24
1. Recording a song ............................. 24
2. Playing back a song .......................... 25
3. Erasing recorded songs ....................... 25
Settings
Keyboard and Sound Settings .............26
1. Reverb ....................................... 27
2. Damper Resonance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2. Speaker ON/OFF withPhones ................. 45
Other Settings ............................46
1. Factory Reset ................................. 46
2. User Memory .................................47
Power Settings ............................48
1. Auto Power O ............................... 48
Appendix
Connecting to Other Devices ..............49
Rear Connectors ................................ 50
Front Connectors ............................... 50
Troubleshooting .......................... 51
Demo Song Lists .......................... 52
Lesson Function Song Lists ................ 53
Drum Rhythm List .........................55
Specications ............................. 56
MIDI Implementation Chart ................57
3. Voicing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4. Fall-back Noise ............................... 30
Notes .....................................58
Operation Guide ..........................59
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Preparation Before Use
section
Part Names and Functions
① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦
Preparation Before Use
⑧
① POWER button
This button is used to turn the instrument on/o.
* The ES100 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn o
the instrument automatically after a specied period of inactivity. For
more information, please refer to the Auto Power O setting on page
48.
② MASTER VOLUME slider
This slider controls the master volume level of the instrument’s
built-in speakers or headphones, if connected.
③ FUNCTION button
This button allows various settings of the ES100 digital piano
to be adjusted.
④ PLAY / STOP button
This button is used to start/stop the playback of Recorder
songs stored in memory and the ES100 digital piano’s built-in
Lessons songs.
⑤ REC button
This button is used to record performances to the ES100 digital
piano’s internal memory.
⑥ LESSON button
This button is used to select the ES100 digital piano’s built-in
Lesson songs.
⑦ SOUND buttons
These buttons are used to select the sound(s) that will be
heard when playing the instrument’s keyboard.
These buttons are also used to select Registration memories.
⑧ PHONES jacks
These jacks, located on side of the keyboard, are used to
connect stereo headphones to the instrument. Two pairs of
headphones can be connected and used simultaneously.
* For more information about connec tors/jacks, please refer to page 50.
Operation Guide
The separate Operation Guide provides a convenient overview of the ES100 digital piano’s various button and keyboard controls.
This sheet is also reprinted in the Appendix section of this owner’s manual.
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Setting Up the Piano
Upon unboxing the instrument, please follow the instructions below which explain how to attach the music
rest, connect the F-10H foot pedal, and if desired, connect a pair of headphones.
Attaching the music rest
Insert the legs of the music rest into the holes located at the
rear of the ES100 digital piano, taking care not to scratch the
rear of the instrument.
To prevent possible damage, avoid applying excessive force
when attaching/detaching the music rest from the instrument.
Preparation Before Use
Connecting the F-10H foot pedal
Connect the included Kawai F-10H foot pedal to the DAMPER
pedal jack located on the rear panel of the instrument.
The foot pedal will function as a damper pedal, sustaining the
sound after hands are lifted from the keyboard. This pedal is
capable of responding to ‘half pedaling’.
Connecting headphones
Use the Phones jacks located on the left side of the keyboard
to connect stereo headphones to the ES100 digital piano.
Two pairs of headphones can be connected and used
simultaneously. When a pair of headphones is connected,
sound will not be produced by the built-in speakers.
* It is also possible for the built-in speakers to continue producing sound,
even when the Phones jacks are in use. For more information, please
refer to the Speakers On/O with Phones setting on page 45.
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Basic Operation
The following instructions explain how to connect the instrument to the power outlet, turn on the power,
adjust the volume to a comfortable level, and begin playing the piano.
1. Connecting the power adaptor
Preparation Before Use
Connect the included AC power adaptor to the ‘DC IN’ jack
located on the rear panel of the instrument, indicated below.
2. Turning on the instrument’s power
Press the POWER button located on the right side of the
instrument’s control panel.
* The ES100 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn o
the instrument automatically after a specied period of inactivity. For
more information, please refer to the Auto Power O setting on page 48.
Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet.
3. Adjusting the volume
The MASTER VOLUME slider controls the volume level of the
instrument’s speakers, or headphones if connected.
Move the slider to the right to increase the volume, and to the
left to decrease the volume.
Use this slider to set the volume to a comfortable listening level
- the middle is often a good starting point.
4. Play the piano
Begin playing the piano.
The rich sound of a Kawai EX Concert Grand Piano will be
heard as the keys are pressed.
Left:
Decrease
volume
Right:
Increase
volume
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Playing the Pi ano
Selecting Sounds
The ES100 digital piano features 19 dierent instrument sounds, which can be selected in one of two ways.
By default the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on.
Instrument Sounds
PIANOE.PIANO / ORGAN OTHERS
1 Concert Grand 1 Classic E.Piano 1 Slow Strings
2 Concert Grand 2 2 60’s E.Piano 2 String Ensemble
3 Studio Grand 3 Modern E.Piano 3 Wood Bass
4 Studio Grand 2 4 Jazz Organ 4 Electric Bass
5 Mellow Grand 5 Church Organ 5 Harpsichord
6 Mellow Grand 2 6 Vibraphone
7 Modern Piano
8 Rock Piano
1. Selecting a sound category
Press the desired SOUND button.
2. Selecting a sound
Selecting a sound: Method 1
Press the SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the instrument sounds.
[Power On]
Press once Press 7 times Press 8 times
Playing the Piano
Example: To select the E.PIANO category,
press the E.PIANO button.
Concert Grand Rock PianoConcert Grand 2 Modern Piano
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Selecting Sounds
section
Selecting a sound: Method 2
Press and hold the SOUND button, then press one of the lowest eight white keys to selected the desired instrument sound.
Lowest key
Concert Grand
Concert G rand 2
Studio Gran d
Studio Gran d 2
Mellow Grand
Mellow Gr and 2
Modern Piano
hold
Rock Piano
PIANO Sounds Select
Lowest key
hold
Classic E.Piano
60’s E.Piano
Modern E.Piano
Jazz Organ
Church Organ
Playing the Piano
E.PIANO / ORGAN Sounds Select
Lowest key
Slow Strings
String Ensemble
Wood Bass
Electric Bass
Harpsichord
hold
OTHERS Sounds Select
Vibraphone
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Dual Mode
section
The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound.
For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or an electric piano combined with a harpsichord, etc.
1. Entering Dual mode
Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, then
press another SOUND button to select the layered sound.
hold
Example: To layer the ‘Slow Strings’ sound with
the ‘Concert Grand’ sound, press and hold the
PIANO button, then press the OTHERS button.
2.Changing the main/layered sounds
To select a dierent variation for the layered sound:
Press and hold the main SOUND button, then press the layered
SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the dierent
sound variations.
hold
×2
Example: To change the layered ‘Slow Strings’
sound to the ‘String Ensemble’ sound, press and
hold the PIANO button, then press the OTHERS
button twice.
To layer two variations assigned to the same SOUND button:
Press and hold the main SOUND button, then press the A#-1
key, then press layered SOUND button repeatedly to cycle
through the dierent sound variations.
Dual
Lowest key
4
3
Classic E.Piano
60’s E.Piano
Modern E.Piano
Jazz Organ
hold
* Preferred Dual mode sound combinations can be stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 14 for more information.
Church Organ
Playing the Piano
Adjusting the volume balance
Press and hold the SOUND button, then press the F#1 or G#1 keys repeatedly to decrease or increase the volume balance
between the two sounds.
Exiting Dual Mode
Press the SOUND button.
The Concert Grand sound will be selected automatically and the instrument will return to normal operation.
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Split Mode
The Split Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, allowing each section to be played with a
dierent sound. For example, a bass sound in the lower section, and a piano sound in the upper section.
Selecting Split sounds
Press and hold the main SOUND button, then press the C#0 key, then press desired key to the lower split sound variations.
Split
hold
Lowest key
Classic E.Piano
60’s E.Piano
Modern E.Piano
3
Jazz Organ
hold
2
Church Organ
Default Split mode:
The previously selected sound is used for the upper section, and the ‘Wood Bass’ sound is selected for the lower section.
Playing the Piano
Adjusting the volume balance
Press and hold the SOUND button, then press the F#1 or G#1 keys repeatedly to decrease or increase the volume balance between
the two sounds.
Exiting Split Mode
Press the SOUND button.
The Concert Grand sound will be selected automatically and the instrument will return to normal operation.
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Metronome / Drum Rhythms
The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo.
The time signature, volume, and tempo of the metronome can be freely adjusted.
Turning the metronome on/o
Press and hold the LESSON button, then press the PIANO but ton.
The metronome will start to count.
* By default the metronome will count with a 1/4 beat at 120 bpm.
Press and hold the LESSON button, then press the PIANO
button again to stop the metronome.
Changing the metronome time signature
Press and hold the LESSON and PIANO buttons, then press one
of the 7 lowest black keys, as shown in the illustration below.
* The metronome can be set to one of seven time signatures:
* 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, and 6/8.
hold
Lowest key
Time Signature
Tem po –
Tem po +
1234567890
hold
5/44/43/42/41/4 6/83/8
Adjusting the metronome volume
Press and hold the LESSON and PIANO buttons, then press the
keys marked 1-10 in the illustration below.
* The - / + keys can also be used to decrease or increase the metronome
volume within the range of 1-10.
Volume –
Volu me +
12345678910
Playing the Piano
Metronome Tempo (2 or 3 digits)
Metronome Volume
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Metronome / Drum Rhythms
section
Adjusting the metronome tempo
Press and hold the LESSON and PIANO buttons, enter the desired tempo using the lowest 12 keys marked below, then release the
METRONOME button.
Lowest key
Tempo –
Tem po +
hold
hold
* The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10-300 bpm.
* The metronome tempo can be entered precisely, or decreased and increased gradually.
Method 1:
While pressing the LESSON and PIANO buttons, press keys 1, 5, and 0 to set the tempo to 150 bpm, or keys 8 and 5 to set the tempo to
85bpm.
1234567890
Metronome Tempo (2 or 3 digits)
Playing the Piano
Method 2:
While pressing the LESSON and PIANO buttons, press the - / + keys repeatedly to gradually decrease or increase the tempo in 2 bpm
increments.
Drum rhythms
As an alternative to the simple metronome count, it is also possible to select a drum pattern from one of 100 dierent rhythm styles.
Method 1:
While pressing the LESSON and PIANO buttons, press keys 1, 5, to set the rhythm to No.15.
Method 2:
While pressing the LESSON and PIANO buttons, press the - / + keys to cycle through the available beats until reaching the ‘8 Beat 1’ drum rhythm.
* For a complete listing of available drum rhythms, please refer to page 55 of this owner’s manual.
Rhythm –
hold
hold
1234567890
Rhythm Selection (2 or 3 digits)
Rhythm +
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Registration Memories
section
The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound, all settings, etc.) to be stored to a registration
memory, and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. Each of the four registration buttons allowing up to 4
dierent registration memories to be stored.
Settings stored in Registration memories
General Settings
Selected sound Keyboard and Sound Settings
Dual Mode / Split Mode (sounds, volume balance, split point) MIDI Settings
Reverb Speaker Settings
Other Settings
Selecting a Registration memory
Press the REGISTRATION button.
The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn on to
indicate that the registration function is in use.
Press the LESSON or SOUND buttons to select the desired
registration memory.
* The metronome is disabled in the Registration mode.
Exiting Registration mode (restore previous settings)
To return to normal playing mode without selecting the
registration (i.e. restore the previous panel settings):
Press the REGISTRATION button.
The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn o,
and the instrument will return to normal playing mode.
Storing a Registration memory
Playing the Piano
Press and hold the REGISTRATION button, then press LESSON
or SOUND button.
The current instrument setup will be stored to the registration
memory assigned to the pressed LESSON or SOUND button.
hold
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Demo Songs
The ES100 digital piano includes a selection of demonstration songs to introduce each internal sound.
Demo songs
Sound name Song name Composer
Concert Grand Suite Bergamasque I. Prélude C. Debussy
Concert Grand 2 Petit Chi en F. F. Chopin
Studio Grand Original Kawai
Mellow Grand Sonata No.30 Op.109 L. v. Beethoven
Classic E.Piano Original Kawai
Modern E.Piano
Jazz Organ
Church Organ
Slow Strings Original Kawai
Electric Bass Original Kawai
Harpsichord French Suite No. 6 J. S. Bach
Vibraphone Original Kawai
Original Kawai
Original Kawai
Chorale Prelude “Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme” J. S. Bach
In addition to the sound demonstration songs, the ES100 digital piano also features a selection of popular
classical piano works from the Baroque and Romantic periods.
For a complete listing of demo songs, please refer to page 52 of this owner’s manual.
1. Playing the demo songs
Internal Songs
Press the FUNCTION and PLAY / STOP buttons.
The LED indicators for the FUNCTION and PLAY / STOP buttons
will start to ash and the Concert Grand demo song will start
to play.
Press the FUNCTION and PLAY / STOP buttons again to stop
the demo.
2. Selecting a demo song / piano music piece
While the demo is playing:
Press and hold the FUNCTION and PLAY / STOP buttons, then press the white key assigned to the desired demo song or piano
music piece.
* Kawai regrets that sheets music for Kawai original demo songs is not available.
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Concert Grand
Concert G rand 2
Studio Gran d
3
Mellow Grand
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Lesson Function
The Lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books.
The left and right hand parts for each piece can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows
dicult passages to be perfected.
For a complete listing of available Lesson Function songs, please refer to page 53 of this owner’s manual.
Built-in lesson function song books
US, Canada, Australasia Rest of the World
Book 1
Book 2
Book 3
1.
Entering lesson mode
Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100)
Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A
Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100) Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B
Selecting a lesson book/song
Press the LESSON button.
The LED indicator for the LESSON button will turn on, indicating
that lesson mode is enabled, and the Concert Grand sound will
be selected automatically.
Selecting a lesson song from Book 1
While lesson mode is selected:
Press and hold the LESSON button, then press the white key
assigned to the desired lesson song.
Selecting a lesson song from Book 3
While lesson mode is selected:
Press and hold the LESSON button, then press the D#0 black
key, and nally press the white key assigned to the desired
lesson song.
Book 1:
Song no. 5
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Lowest key
Selecting a lesson song from Book 2
While lesson mode is selected:
Press and hold the LESSON button, then press the black key
(C#0), and nally press the white key assigned to the desired
lesson song.
Internal Songs
Book 2:
Song no. 10
Book 3:
Song no. 10
Lowest key
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Lowest key
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Lesson Function
2.
Listening to the selected lesson song
This page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and adjust the tempo.
Playing the lesson song
After selecting a lesson book and song:
Press the PLAY / STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY / STOP button will turn on, and
a one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play.
While the lesson song is playing, press the LESSON and PIANO
buttons to turn the metronome on/o.
* The metronome time signature and tempo will automatically be set to
that of the currently selected lesson song.
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Adjusting tempo of the lesson song
While the lesson song is playing:
Press and hold the LESSON and PIANO buttons, enter the desired tempo using the lowest 12 white keys marked below, then
release the LESSON and PIANO buttons.
* The lesson song tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10-300 bpm.
* The lesson song tempo can be entered precisely, or decreased and increased gradually.
Internal Songs
Method 1:
While pressing the LESSON and PIANO buttons, press keys 1, 5, and 0 to set the tempo to 150 bpm, or keys 8 and 5 to set the tempo
to 85bpm.
Method 2:
While pressing the LESSON and PIANO buttons, press the - / + keys repeatedly to gradually decrease or increase the tempo in
2bpm increments.
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Lowest key
–+1234567890
Lesson Song Tempo
Stopping the lesson song
While the lesson song is playing:
Press the PLAY / STOP button again to stop the lesson song.
The LED indicator for the PLAY / STOP button will turn o.
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3.
Practicing left and right-hand parts separately
This page will explain how to mute/activate the left and right-hand parts of the selected lesson song, allowing
each part to be practiced separately.
Muting/activating lesson song parts
After selecting a lesson book and song:
Press the OTHERS button.
Press once:
Left-hand only
Press the OTHERS button again.
Press twice:
Right-hand only
Press the OTHERS button once again.
Exiting lesson mode
Press the LESSON button.
The LED indicator for the LESSON button will turn o, and the
instrument will return to normal operation.
Press 3 times:
Left and Right-hand
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Recorder
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Recorder
The ES100 digital piano allows up to 3 dierent songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played
back at the touch of a button.
1.
Recording a song
1. Selecting a song memory
Press and hold the REC button, then press one of the lowest three white keys to select the desired song memory.
* Selecting a song memor y that has already been used to record a song will automatically erase the previously recorded song.
Lowest key
Song 1
Song 2
Song 3
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Song Memory
2. Starting the song recorder
Press a key on the keyboard.
The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY / STOP buttons will
turn on, and recording will start.
* Recording can also be started by pressing the PLAY / STOP button,
allowing a rest period or empty bar to be inserted at the beginning of
the song.
Recorder
3. Stopping the song recorder
Press the PLAY / STOP button.
The LED indicators for the PLAY / STOP and REC buttons will ash briey, and the song will be stored in internal memory.
* Do not turn the power o while the song is saving to memory.
* The maximum recording capacity is approximately 15,000 notes, with button and pedal presses also counted as one note.
* If the maximum recording capacity is reached during recording, the recorder will stop automatically.
* Recorder songs will remain in memory after the power is turned o.
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2.
Playing back a song
1. Playing the recorded song
Press the PLAY / STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY / STOP button will turn on, and
the recorded song will start to play.
2. Playing a song stored in another memory
Press and hold the PLAY / STOP button, then press one of the lowest three white keys to play the desired song memory.
* The selected song will start to play when the PLAY / STOP button is released.
Lowest key
Song 1
Song 2
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Song Memory
3.
Erasing recorded songs
Warning: This process will erase all three songs stored in internal memory, and cannot be undone.
Erasing the recorder songs
Press and hold the PLAY / STOP and REC buttons simultaneously, then turn the instrument’s power o/on.
All recorder songs stored in memory will be erased.
Song 3
Recorder
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Keyboard and Sound Settings
The ES100’s keyboard and sound settings allow various aspects of the instrument to be adjusted.
Keyboard and Sound Settings
Setting name Explanation Default setting
Reverb Change the type of reverberation added to the sound. Room
Damper Resonance Adjust the resonance that is heard when depressing the damper pedal. Medium
Voicing Adjust the tonal character of the instrument. Normal
Fall -back Noise Adjust the sound that is heard when the key action falls back. Normal
Damper Noise Adjust the sound that is heard when pressing the damper pedal. Normal
Transpose Increase or decrease the pitch of the keyboard in semi-tone steps. 0
Brilliance Adjust the brightness of the sound. 0
Tou ch Change the touch sensitivity of the keyboard. Normal
Tuning Increase or decrease the pitch of the keyboard in 0.5 Hz steps. 440.0 Hz
Temperament Adjust the tuning system to suit Renaissance and Baroque periods etc. Equal Temp.
Temperament Key Adjust the key of the selected tuning system. C
Settings
Changing Settings
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then press the key(s) assigned to the desired setting.
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1.
Reverb
The Reverb setting adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room,
small hall, or concert hall. The most suitable reverb type is applied automatically when selecting each sound,
however it is also possible to select a dierent reverb type manually if desired.
Reverb type
Reverb type Description Key
O Disables the reverb eect. A1
Room Simulates the ambiance of a small rehearsal room. E1
Small Hall Simulates the ambiance of a small hall. F1
Concert Hall Simulates the ambiance of a concert hall or theater. G1
Changing the Reverb type
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then press the key assigned to the desired Reverb type.
* To disable the reverb eect, press the key assigned to the ‘o ’ function.
* If the reverb eect is disabled, it will be turned on automatically upon selecting a reverb type.
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Lowest key
Room
Small Hall
Concert Hall
O
Reverb
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2.
Damper Resonance
Depressing the sustain pedal of an acoustic piano raises all dampers, allowing the strings to vibrate freely.
When a note or chord is played on the piano with the sustain pedal depressed, not only will the strings of the
notes played vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance.
The ES100 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume
of this resonance to be changed.
Damper Resonance
Sounds aected by Damper Resonance
Concert Grand
Concert Grand 2
Studio Grand
Studio Grand 2
Mellow Grand
Mellow Grand 2
Modern Piano
Rock Piano
Damper Resonance type
Damper Resonance type Description Key
O Disables the damper resonance eect.
Small Piano sounds produce a small amount of damper resonance.
Medium (default) Piano sounds produce a medium amount of damper resonance.
Large Piano sounds produce a large amount of damper resonance.
Sounds NOT aected by Damper Resonance
Classic E.Piano
60’s E.Piano
Modern E.Piano
Jazz Organ
Church Organ
Slow Strings
String Ensemble
Wood Bass
Electric Bass
Harpsichord
Vibraphone
F2
C2
D2
E2
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Changing the Damper Resonance type
Press and hold the PIANO button, then press the key assigned to the desired Damper Resonance type.
* To disable the damper resonance eect, press the key assigned to the o function.
* If the damper resonance eect is disabled, it will be turned on automatically upon selecting a damper resonance type.
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Lowest key
Small
Medium
Large
Damper Resonance
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3.
Voicing
The Voicing setting allows the tonal character of the ES100 digital piano to be set to one of four dierent types.
* This setting will aect all sounds.
Voicing type
Voicing type Description Key
Normal (default) The normal tonal character of an acoustic piano throughout the entire dynamic range. C3
Mellow A softer, more mellow tonal character throughout the entire dynamic range. D3
Dynamic
Bright A bright tonal character throughout the entire dynamic range. F3
Changing the Voicing type
A tonal character that changes dramatically from mellow to bright, depending on the
strength of key strike.
E3
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then press the key assigned to the desired Voicing type.
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Lowest key
Normal
Mellow
Voicing
Dynamic
Bright
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4.
Fall-back Noise
When playing an acoustic piano, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the keyboard action returning
(i.e. ‘falling back’) to the neutral position after a key is released.
The ES100 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this
sound to be adjusted.
* This setting will aect acoustic piano sounds only.
Adjusting the Fall-back Noise volume
Press and hold the PIANO button, then press the key assigned to the desired Fall-back Noise volume.
* To disable the Fall-back Noise eect, press the key assigned to the ‘o ’ function.
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Lowest key
Normal
Small
Large
Fall-back Noise
O
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5.
Damper Noise
When the damper pedal of an acoustic piano is pressed and released, it is often possible to hear the sound of
the damper head touching and releasing the strings.
The ES100 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this
sound to be adjusted.
* This setting will aect acoustic piano sounds only.
Adjusting the Damper Noise volume
Press and hold the PIANO button, then press the key assigned to the desired Damper Noise volume.
* To disable the Damper Noise eect, press the key assigned to the ‘o ’ function.
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Lowest key
Normal
Small
Large
Damper Noise
O
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6.
Transpose
The Key Transpose setting allows the pitch of the ES100 digital piano keyboard to be raised or lowered in
semi-tone steps. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments with dierent tones, or when
a song learned in one key must be played in another key. When transposed, the song can be played in the
original key, yet heard in a dierent key.
Adjusting the Transpose setting
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then press the keys assigned -/+ to lower or raise the keyboard pitch in semi-tone steps.
* The keyboard pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
* To disable the transpose setting, press the key assigned to the ‘o ’ function.
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Lowest key
Transpose
O
- +
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7.
Brilliance
The Brilliance setting allows the brightness of the ES100 digital piano’s sound to be adjusted.
Adjusting the Brilliance setting
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then the keys assigned -/+ repeatedly to adjust the brightness of the sound.
* The Brilliance setting can be adjusted within the range of -10 - +10, with +10 being the brightest setting.
* To disable the Brilliance eect, press the key assigned to the ‘o’ function.
Brilliance
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Lowest key
O
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8.
Touch
As with an acoustic piano, the ES100 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with
force, and a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation
to the strength and speed of playing - on a digital piano this system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’.
The Touch setting allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be conveniently adjusted. There are four
dierent preset touch settings available.
Touch type
Touch type Description Key
O
Light
Normal
(default) Reproduces the standard touch sensitivity of an acoustic piano. F#3
Heavy
A constant volume is produced regardless of how hard the keys are struck.
This setting is recommended for sounds that have a xed dynamic range such as organ and harpsichord.
A louder volume is produced even when playing with a soft touch.
This setting is recommended for children and organ players, or for those still developing nger strength.
Requires a heavier touch to produce a loud volume.
This setting is recommended to those with stronger ngers.
C#3
G#3
A#3
Settings
Changing the Touch type
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then press the key assigned to the desired touch type.
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Touch Curve
O
Normal
Light
Heavy
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Tuning
The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the ES100 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps,
and may therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments.
Adjusting the Tuning setting
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then press the keys assigned -/+ to lower or raise the keyboard pitch in 0.5 Hz steps.
* The keyboard pitch can be adjusted within the range of 427 - 453 Hz.
* To reset the pitch to 440.0 Hz, press the Reset key indicated below.
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Lowest key
Tuning
440.0 Hz
+0.5 Hz
-0.5 Hz
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10.
Temperament
The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the ES100 digital piano to be changed from
the modern ‘Equal Temperament’ standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the
Renaissance and Baroque periods. It is also possible to create customised temperaments using the User
Temperaments function.
* This setting will aect all sounds.
Temperament types
Temperament type Description
Equal Temperament (piano)
(Equal P. only)
Pure Temperament
(Pure Major/Pure Minor)
Pythagorean Temperament
(Pythagorean)
Meantone Temperament
(Meantone)
Werckmeister III Temperament
(Werkmeister)
Kirnberger III Temperament
(Kirnberger)
This is the default temperament. When a piano sound is selected, the tuning will be
stretched like an acoustic piano (equal temperament).
* If any other type of sound is selected, the tuning will be set to equal temperament (at).
This temperament, which eliminates dissonances for thirds and fths, is still popular
in choral music because of its perfect harmony. Any key modulation will result in
dissonances.
* The key of the temperament, and major/minor setting must be correctly matched.
This temperament, which uses mathematical ratios to eliminate dissonance for fths, is
very limited for use with chords, but produces very characteristic melodic lines.
This temperament, which uses a mean between a major and minor whole tone to
eliminate dissonance for thirds, was devised to eliminate the lack of consonances
experienced with certain fths for the Mersenne pure temperament. It produces chords
that are more beautiful than those played with equal temperament.
These two temperaments are placed in between Meantone and Pythagorean. For music
with few accidentals, this temperament produces the beautiful chords of the mean tone,
but as accidentals increase, the temperament produces the characteristic melodies of the
Pythagorean temperament. It is used primarily for classical music written in the Baroque
era to revive the original characteristics.
Settings
Changing Temperament types
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then press the key assigned to the desired Temperament type.
* Any changes made to the Temperament setting will remain until the power is turned o.
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Equal
Pure Major
Pure Minor
Pythagorean
Meantone
Werkm eister
Kirnberger
Temperament
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11.
The Temperament Key setting allows the key of the selected temperament to be specied. When using a
temperament other than Equal temperament, use this setting to specify the key signature of the piece.
* This setting will aect all sounds.
Press and hold one of the SOUND buttons, then press the key assigned to the desired Temperament key.
* Any changes made to the Temperament Key setting will remain until the power is turned o.
* Preferred Temperament Key settings can be stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 18 for more information.
Temperament Key
Changing the Temperament Key
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A#G#F#D#C#
CDE FGAB
Highest key
Temperament Key
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MIDI Settings
The term MIDI is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, an international standard for connecting
musical instruments, computers, and other devices to allow the exchange of performance data.
MIDI terminals
MIDI terminal Function
MIDI IN Receiving note, program change, and other data.
MIDI OUT Sending note, program change, and other data.
MIDI channels
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 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.
The illustration below shows three musical instruments, connected together using MIDI.
Transmitting instrument ① Receiving instrument ② Receiving instrument ③
Transmitting instrument ① sends transmit channel and keyboard information to receiving instruments ②/③.
The information arrives at the receiving instruments ②/③.
Receiving instruments ②/③ will respond to MIDI data that is sent if their receive channel is the same as the transmit channel of
the transmitting instrument ①.
If the channels do not match, then the receiving instruments ②/③ will not respond to any data that is sent.
For both receiving and transmitting, channels 1-16 can be used.
Recording/playing with a sequencer
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When connected to a sequencer, the ES100 digital piano can be
used to record and playback multi-track songs, with separate
sounds playing simultaneously on each channel.
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MIDI functions
The ES100 digital piano supports the following MIDI functions:
Transmit/receive note information
Transmit/receive note information from a MIDI-connected
musical instrument or device.
Transmit/receive channel settings
Specify transmit/receive channels within the range of 1 to 16.
Transmit/receive exclusive data
Transmit/receive front panel or menu function settings as
exclusive data.
Multi-timbral mode setting
Receive multiple channel MIDI data from a MIDI-connected
musical instrument or device.
* Multi-timbral mode setting must be enabled.
MIDI settings
Function name Explanation Default setting
Tra nsmit Program
Change Number
MIDI Channel Specify the channel used to transmit/receive MIDI information. 1ch
Local Control Specify whether or not internal sounds will be heard when the keyboard is pressed. On
Multi-timbral mode Specify whether or not MIDI information can be received on more than one channel. O
Specify whether or not program change information is sent when sounds are changed.
Send a MIDI program change number from 1 to 128.
Transmit/receive Program Change number
Transmit/receive program change data to/from a MIDIconnected musical instrument or device.
Transmit/receive pedal data
Transmit/receive sustain, sostenuto, and soft pedal data from
a MIDI-connected musical instrument or device.
Receive volume data
Receive MIDI volume data sent from a MIDI-connected
musical instrument or device.
* Please refer to the ‘MIDI Implementation Chart’ on page 57 for further
information regarding the MIDI capabilities of the ES100 digital piano.
On
Changing MIDI settings
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key(s) assigned to the desired functions.
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1.
Transmit MIDI Program Change
The Send Program Change Number setting determines whether or not the ES100 digital piano will transmit
program change information when sounds are changes. It is also possible to transmit a program change
number (ranging from 1 to 128) in order to change the sound of an external MIDI device.
Transmit MIDI Program Change settings
Transmit PGM# Explanation Key
O The instrument will NOT transmit program change numbers when changing sounds. C#0
(default) The instrument will transmit program change numbers when changing sounds.
On
Changing the Transmit MIDI Program Change setting
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to the desired Transmit MIDI Program Change setting.
D#0
Settings
Sending a Program Change number
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then enter the desired program change number to send using the number keys indicated
below.
* Program change numbers are specied as three digits within the range of 001 - 128.
* The program change number will be transmitted automatically when the key for the third digit number is pressed.
Lowest key
Transmit PGM#
O
On
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1234567890
Transmit PGM#
Example: Transmit PGM#064
Enter 0, 6, then 4
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MIDI Channel (transmit/receive)
The MIDI Channel setting allows the transmit/receive channel to be specied. The selected channel will
function as both the transmit and receive channel (separate transmit/receive channels cannot be specied).
Changing the MIDI Channel setting
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to the desired MIDI channel.
* The MIDI channel can be specied within the range of 1-16.
* The MIDI channel is automatically set to ‘1’ when the instrument is turned on (default setting).
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MIDI Channel
119742 1614
1356810121315
MIDI Channel
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3.
Local Control
The Local Control setting determines whether the instrument will play an internal sound when the keys are
pressed. This setting is useful when using the ES100 digital piano to control an external MIDI device.
Local Control settings
Local Control Explanation Key
O The instrument will transmit information to an external MIDI device only. C#4
(default) The instrument will play an internal sound and transmit information to an external MIDI device.
On
Changing the Local Control setting
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to the desired Local Control setting.
D#4
Settings
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Local Control
O
On
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4.
Multi-timbral Mode
The Multi-timbral mode setting determines whether or not the ES100 digital piano is able to receive MIDI
information on more than one MIDI channel simultaneously. This allows the instrument to play back multi-
track, multi-timbral performance data sent from an external MIDI device.
Multi-timbre settings
Multi-timbre Explanation Key
O (default) Multi-timbral mode disabled C#5
On Multi-timbral mode enabled*
* Please refer to the ‘Program Change Number List’ below.
Changing the Multi-timbral mode setting
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to the desired Multi-timbre setting.
* MIDI data received through channel 10 will not be performed when Multi-timbre is enabled.
D#5
Multi-timbral mode
O
On
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Program Change Number List
Sound name
Concert Grand 1 1 121 0
Concert Grand 2 2 1 95 16
Studio Grand 3 1 121 1
Studio Grand 2 4 1 95 17
Mellow Grand 5 1 121 2
Mellow Grand 2 6 1 95 18
Modern Piano 7 2 121 0
Rock Piano 8 2 121 1
Classic E.Piano 9 5 121 0
60’s E.Piano 10 5 121 3
Modern E.Piano 11 6 121 0
Jazz Organ 12 18 121 0
Church Organ 13 20 121 0
Slow Strings 14 45 95 1
String Ensemble 15 49 121 0
Wood Bass 16 33 121 0
Electric Bass 17 34 121 0
Harpsichord 18 7 121 0
V ib ra ph on e 19 12 121 0
Multi-timbral mode O Multi-timbral mode On
Program number Program number Bank MSB Bank LSB
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Speaker Settings
1.
Table EQ
The Table EQ setting optimise the sound character of the speaker depending on whether the ES100 digital
piano is placed on a table, or on a stand.
* This setting does not aect the headphones .
Equaliser type
Table EQ Description
Normal (default) Optimise the speaker system for placing the ES100 digital piano on a stand.
Table Optimise the speaker for placing the ES100 digital piano on a table.
Changing the Equaliser type
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to the desired the Table EQ.
hold
Table EQ
Normal
Tab le
Highest key
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2.
Speakers On/O with Phones
The Speaker On/O with Phones setting is used to specify whether or not the ES100’s built-in speakers will be
turned o when the Phones jacks are in use. This function may be useful when wishing to connect the ES100
to external speakers or an amplication system via the Phones jacks, without muting the instrument’s built-in
speakers.
Please note that when the Phones jacks are are not connected, sound will be produced by the built-in speakers,
regardless of the Speaker On/O setting.
Changing the Equaliser type
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to the desired Speaker ON/OFF.
Speakers On/Off with Phones
Speakers O
Speakers On
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Highest key
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Other Settings
1.
Factory Reset
The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the User Memory function above, restoring the
ES100 digital piano back to its factory default settings.
* This function does not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory.
Restoring factory settings
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to Factory Reset.
Factory Reset
Highest key
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2.
User Memory
The User Memory function allows preferred panel settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and
automatically recalled as the default settings every time the ES100 digital piano is turned on.
Settings stored in User Memories
General Settings
Selected sound Keyboard and Sound Settings
Dual Mode / Split Mode (sounds, volume balance, split point) MIDI Settings
Reverb Speaker Settings
Transpose
Metronome (Beat, Tempo, Volume)
* The Auto Power O setting is stored to User Memory automatically.
Other Settings
Restoring factory settings
Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to User Memory.
User Memory
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Power Settings
1.
Auto Power O
The ES100 digital piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn o the
instrument after a specied period of inactivity.
* This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on.
Auto Power O settings
Auto Power O Explanation Key
O The Auto Power O function is disabled. G6
30 min. The instrument will turn o automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity. A6
60 min. The instrument will turn o automatically after 60 minutes of inactivity. B6
120 min. The instrument will turn o automatically after 120 minutes of inactivity. C7
Selecting the Auto Power O setting
Settings
Press and hold the METRONOME and SOUND buttons simultaneously, then 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.
Highest key
O
30 min.
60 min.
hold
Auto Power O
120 min.
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Connecting to Other Devices
The rear side of the ES100 digital piano features a variety of jacks that allow the instrument be connected
to MIDI devices, computers, speakers, and mixers. The illustration below provides a visual overview of the
instrument’s connectors and typical applications.
Connect the instrument to other MIDI
instruments, modules, devices, etc.
Connect the F-10H foot
pedal to the instrument.
Before connecting the ES100 digital piano to other devices, ensure that the power to both the instrument
and the other device is turned off. If connections are established while the power is turned on, extraneous
noise that can damage the ES100 digital piano may activate the instrument’s amplifier protection circuit,
preventing any sound from being produced. If this occurs, turn the power off and then on again to reset the
amplifier protection circuit.
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Connecting to Other Devices
Rear Connectors
DAMPER jack
This jack is used to connect the included F-10H foot pedal to the instrument.
* Please refer to page 11 for more information about pedal functions.
MIDI IN/OUT jacks
These jacks are used to connect the ES100 digital piano to external MIDI devices, and also to a computer with a MIDI interface.
* Please refer to page 39 for more information about MIDI.
Front Connectors
PHONES jacks (1/4” phone jack)
These jacks are used to connect stereo headphones to the ES100 digital piano. Two pairs of headphones can be connected and
used simultaneously. When a pair of headphones is connected, sound will not be produced by the speakers.
* It is also possible for the built-in speakers to continue producing sound, even when the Phones jacks are in use. For more information, please refer
to the Speakers On/O with Phones setting on page 45.
These jacks can also be used to connect the stereo output of the instrument’s sound to external speakers, ampliers, mixers,
recording devices, and similar equipment using a stereo audio cable.
The MASTER VOLUME slider will aect the output level of the sound.
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50
Troubleshooting
The table below summarises issues that may be experienced with the ES100 digital piano, explaining the
typical cause(s), and recommended solution(s).
Issue Possible Cause and Solution Page no.
The instrument does not turn on. Check that the AC power adaptor is rmly attached to the
instrument, and connected to an AC outlet.
PowerSound
The instrument turns itself o after a
period of inactivity.
The instrument is turned on, however
no sound is produced when the keys
are pressed.
The sound distorts when playing at
very loud volume levels.
Strange sounds or noises are heard
when playing with piano sounds.
Check that the ‘Auto Power O’ setting is not enabled. p. 12
Check that the MASTER VOLUME slider is not set to the lowest
position.
Check that a pair of headphones (or headphone adaptor plug)
are not connected to the PHONES jacks.
Check that the Local Control setting in the MIDI Settings menu
is set to On.
Check that the MASTER VOLUME slider is set to an appropriate
level, reducing the volume if excessive distortion is heard.
The ES100 digital piano attempts to reproduce the rich variety
of tones created by an acoustic grand piano as accurately as
possible. This includes string resonances and damper noises,
and other subtle characteristics that contribute to the overall
piano playing experience.
While these additional tones are intended to enhance the
realism of the instrument, it is possible to reduce their
prominence.
p. 12
p. 12
p. 12
p. 12
p. 12
p. 12
The top 18 notes of the keyboard
sustain far longer than neighbouring
notes, even when the damper pedal
is not pressed.
This is the correct behaviour, and intended to reproduce the
undamped notes (typically the top two octaves) of an acoustic
grand piano.
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51
Demo Song Lists
Key Sound name Song name Composer
A-1 Concert Grand Suite Bergamasque I. Prélude C. Debussy
B-1 Concert Grand 2 Petit Ch i e n F. F. Chopin
C0 Studio Grand Original Kawai
D0 Mellow Grand Sonata No.30 Op.109 L. v. Beethoven
E0 Classic E.Piano Original Kawai
F0 Modern E.Piano Original Kawai
G0 Jazz Organ Original Kawai
A0 Church Organ Chorale Prelude “Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme” J. S. Bach
B0 Slow Strings Original Kawai
C1 Electric Bass Original Kawai
D1 Harpsichord French Suite No. 6 J. S. Bach
E1 Vibraphone Original Kawai
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52
Lesson Function Song Lists
section
Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A
A-1 Right & Left
B-1 Left & Right
C0 Merrily We Roll Along/O’er the Deep Blue Sea
D0 Hand-Bells
E0 Jolly Old Saint Nicholas
F0 Old MacDonald
G0 Batter Up!
A0 My Clever Pup
B0 The Zoo
C1 Playing in a New Position
D1 Sailing
E1 Skating
F1 Wishing Well
G1 Rain, Rain!
A1 A Happy Song
B1 Position C
C2 A Happy Song
D2 See-Saws
E2 Just a Second!
F2 Balloons
G2 Who’s on Third?
A2 Mexican Hat Dance
B2 Rock Song
C3Rockets
D3 Sea Divers
E3 Play a Fourth
F3 July the Fourth!
G3 Old Uncle Bill
A3 Love Somebody
B3 My Fifth
C4 The Donkey
D4 Position G
E4 Jingle Bells!
F4 Willie & Tillie
G4 A Friend Like You
A4 My Robot
B4 Rockin’ Tune
C5 Indian Song
D5 Raindrops
E5 It’s Halloween!
F5 Horse Sense
Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B
A-1 Step Right Up!
B-1 The Carousel
C0 Hail to Thee, America!
D0 Brother John
E0 Good Sounds
F0 The Cuckoo
G0 Money Can’t Buy Ev’rything!
A0 Ping-Pong
B0 Grandpa’s Clock
C1 When the Saints Go Marching In
D1 G’s in the "BAG"
E1 Join the Fun
F1 Oom- Pa-pa!
G1 T he Clown
A1 Thumbs on C!
B1 Waltz Time
C2 Good King Wenceslas
D2 The Rainbow
E2 Good Morning to You!
F2 Happy Birthday to You!
G2 Yankee Doodle
A2 The Windmill
B2 Indians
C3 New Position G
D3 Pedal Play
E3 Harp Song
F3 Concert Time
G3 Music Box Rock
A3 A Cowboy’s Song
B3 The Magic Man
C4 The Greatest Show on Earth!
D4 The Whirlwind
E4 The Planets
F4 C Major Scale Piece
G4 G Major Scale Piece
A4 Carol in G Major
B4 The Same Carol in C Major
C5 French Lullaby
D5 Sonatina
E5 When Our Band Goes Marching By!
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Lesson Function Song Lists
section
Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100)
A-1 La candeur
B-1 Arabesque
C0Pastorale
D0 Petite réunion
E0 Innocence
F0 Progrès
G0 Courant Limpide
A0 La gracieuse
B0 La chasse
C1 Tendre eur
D1 La bergeronnette
E1 Adieu
F1 Consolation
G1 La styrienne
A1 B al la d e
B1 Douce plainte
C2 Babillarde
D2 Inquiétude
E2 Ave Maria
F2 Tarentelle
G2 Harmonie des anges
A2 Barcarolle
B2 Retour
C3 L’hirondelle
D3 La chevaleresque
Lesson Function song book availability
Alfred’s Basic Piano Library, Burgmüller: Etudes Faciles, lesson song books are sold separately.
Please check your local dealer for more information. Alfred’s international oces may also be contacted directly:
USA / Canada Australia
Alfred Music Publishing Alfred Publishing Australia
PO Box 10003
Van Nuys, CA 91410
Tel : +1 (800) 292-6122
Email: sales@alfred.com
Website: http://www.alfred.com
PO Box 2355
Taren Point NSW 2229
Tel : +61 (02) 9524 0033
Email: sales@alfredpub.com.au
Appendix
54
Drum Rhythm List
No. Rhythm Name
1 8 Beat 1
2 8 Beat 2
3 8 Beat 3
4 16 Beat 1
5 16 Beat 2
6 16 Beat 3
7 16 Beat 4
8 16 Beat 5
9 16 Beat 6
10 Rock Beat 1
11 Rock Beat 2
12 Rock Beat 3
13 Hard Rock
14 Heavy B eat
15 Sur f Roc k
16 2nd Line
17 50 Way s
18 Ballad 1
19 Ballad 2
20 Ballad 3
21 Ballad 4
22 Ballad 5
23 Light Ride 1
24 Light Ride 2
25 Smooth Beat
26 Rim Beat
27 Slow Jam
28 Pop 1
29 Pop 2
30 Electro Pop 1
31 Electro Pop 2
32 Ride Beat 1
33 Ride Beat 2
34 Ride Beat 3
35 Ride Beat 4
36 Slip Beat
37 Jazz Rock
38 Funky Beat 1
39 Funky Beat 2
40 Funky Beat 3
41 Fu nk 1
42 Funk 2
43 Funk 3
44 Funk Shue 1
45 Funk Shue 2
46 Buzz Beat
47 Disco 1
48 Disco 2
49 Hip Hop 1
50 Hip Hop 2
No. Rhythm Name
51 Hip Hop 3
52 Hip Hop 4
53 Techno 1
54 Techno 2
55 Techno 3
56 Heavy Techno
57 8 Shue 1
58 8 Shue 2
59 8 Shue 3
60 Boogie
61 16 Shue 1
62 16 Shue 2
63 16 Shue 3
64 T Shue
65 Triplet 1
66 Triplet 2
67 Triplet 3
68 Triplet 4
69 Triplet Ballad 1
70 Triplet Ballad 2
71 Triplet Ballad 3
72 Motown 1
73 Motown 2
74 Ride Swing
75 H.H. Swing
76 Jazz Waltz 1
77 Jazz Waltz 2
78 5/4 Swing
79 Fast 4 Beat
80 H.H. Bossa Nova
81 Ride Bossa Nova
82 Beguine
83 Mambo
84 Cha Cha
85 Samba
86 Light Samba
87 Surdo Samba
88 Latin Groove
89 Afro Cuban
90 Songo
91 Bem be
92 Merenge
93 Reggae
94 Tango
95 Habanera
96 Waltz
97 Ragtime
98 Country & Western
99
March
100
6/8 March
Appendix
55
Specications
Kawai ES100 digital piano
Keyboard
88 weighted keys
Advanced Hammer Action IV-F weighted-key keyboard action
Sound Source Harmonic Imaging™ (HI), 88-key piano sampling
Internal Sounds 19 voices PIANO E.PIANO / ORGAN OTHERS
Concert Grand,
Concert Grand2,
Studio Grand,
Studio Grand 2,
Mellow Grand,
Mellow Grand2,
Modern Piano,
Rock Piano
Polyphony max. 192 notes
Keyboard Modes Dual Mode, Split Mode
Reverb Room, Small Hall, Concert Hall
Settings
Internal Recorder
Metronome 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8 (Volume/Tempo adjustable)
Rhythm 100 rhythms
Touch Curve, Voicing, Damper Resonance, Damper Noise, Fall-back Noise, Temperament
3 song, recorder – approximately 15,000 note memory capacity
Classic E.Piano,
60’s E.Piano,
Modern E.Piano,
Jazz Organ,
Church Organ
Slow Strings,
String Ensemble,
Wood Bass,
Electric Bass,
Harpsichord,
Vibraphone
Demo Songs 12 sound demo songs
Other Functions
Transpose, Table EQ, Tuning, User Memory, Factory Reset, Split Balance, Dual Balance, MIDI
Channel, Local Control, Transmit PGM#, Multi-timbral Mode, Auto Power O, Speakers On/O
Jacks MIDI (IN/OUT), DAMPER (for F-10H), Headphones x 2
Speaker System Speakers:
Output Power:
Power Consumption 9 W
Dimensions 1311.5 (W) x 285.5 (D) x 144.5 (H) mm
Weight 15 kg
Finish Black, White
(8 x 12 cm) x 2
7 W x 2
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56
MIDI Implementation Chart
Kawai ES100 digital piano
Function Transmit Receive Remarks
Date : June 2013 Version : 1.0
Basic channel
Mode
Note number
Velocity
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 specic
Channel specic
7
64
66
°
ДДДДДДДДД °
9 - 120* 0 - 127
ДДДДДДДДД
{{
{{
°°
°°
°°
°{
(Right pedal)
{
(Middle 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
Program change settable
range
Exclusive
Common
Real time
Other functions
Remarks
67
Song position
Song selection
Tun e
Clock
Commands
Local On / O
All notes O
Active sensing
Reset
(Left pedal)
{
(0 - 127)
{
ДДДДДДДДД
{{
°°
°°
°°
°°
°°
°{
°
°{
°°
{
(0 - 127)
{
{
Soft pedal
Transmission can be selected
Appendix
Mode 1: omni mode On, Poly Mode 2: omni mode On, Mono
Mode 3: omni mode O, Poly Mode 4: omni mode O, Mono
: Yes
ż
: No
×
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Notes
Appendix
58
Balance
Dual / Split
Split
Dual
Vibraphone
Harpsichord
Electric Bass
Wood Bass
String Ensemble
Slow Strings
+0.5 Hz
-0.5 Hz
Operation Guide
Rhythm +
#
A
#
G
#
F
#
D
#
C
CD E F G A B
Kirnberger
Werkmeister
Meantone
Pythagorean
Pure Minor
Pure Major
Equal
O
Large
Small
Normal
TemperamentKey
Temperament
Damper
Noise
(Forpiano
soundonly)
Rhythm –
Balance
Dual / Split
Split
Dual
Church Organ
Jazz Organ
Modern E.Piano
60's E.Piano
Classic E.Piano
440.0 Hz
Normal
Bliliance Touch Tuning
Heavy
Light
O
O
O
Large
Small
Normal
Blight
Dynamic
Mellow
Normal
O
Large
Medium
Small
O
Concert Hall
Small Hall
Room
Fall-back
Noise
(Forpiano
soundonly)
Voicing
(Forpiano
soundonly)
DamperResonance
(Forpianosoundonly)
Volume +
Volume –
ES100
Balance
Dual / Split
Split
Dual
SOUND SELECT
Rock Piano
Modern Piano
Mellow Grand 2
Mellow Grand
Studio Grand 2
Studio Grand
Concert Grand 2
Concert G rand
Dual / Split
SoundSelect SoundSelect SoundSelect
Transpose
O
Balance
Split
SOUND EDIT
or
or
Sound Select Reverb
Time Signature
METRONOME
Metronome Tempo (2 or 3 digits) Rhythm Selection (2 or 3 digits)Metronome Volume
Tempo +
Tempo –
or
or
hold
hold
Hold both buttons Turn the power on
Auto Power O
FUNCTION
Storing a Registration
Selecting a Registration memory
Speaker EQ
Mode
Speaker
On/O
120 min
60 min
30 min
O
Press1~4button.Enter Pressthenumberbutton.Pressandhold the
registrationbutton.
1 or2or3or4 1 or2or3or4
Press3times: BothLeftandRighthands
Presstwice: Right‐handonly
Pressonce: Left‐handonly
Nomal
Table
Speaker O
Speaker On
Factory Reset
User Memory
KPSZ-0661
Starting a demo song.
*Press this key before selecting the song to select Book 2 or Book 3
DEMO
LESSON
RECORDER
REGISTRATION
Selecting a demo song.
Listening to the song Selecting a Lesson book and song
Record a song Play a song Erase all songs
Select a song memory Start recording
Selecting the part to practice
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