Kawai LH-1 User Manual

KAWAI

LH-1

Digital Piano/Organ

Owner’s Manual

Introduction

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A

Kawai LH-1 Digital Piano/Organ

The LH-1 Digital Piano/Organ is a revolutionary new keyboard instrument that features
exceptional piano/organ sound, a powerful 10-speaker sound system and an attractively
designed cabinet to meet the unique requirements of the LDS Church. The LH-1 keyboard
provides the touch response and full dynamic range required for superb control as you play.
In addition, the LH-1 includes a special “Hymns and Children’s Songs” feature that allows
anyone, regardless of musical ability, to play up to 176 favorite hymns and children’s songs
of the Church.

This Owner's Manual contains valuable information that will help you make full use of
the many capabilities of the LH-1. There are two main sections in the manual. The first is
the Basic Operations section that explains the basic operating features of the LH-1. This
section describes the use of the various front panel components – buttons, sliders, and jacks
and their operation. Please read this section first if this is your first experience with a digital
instrument.

The second main section teaches you how to play the 176 Hymns & Children’s Songs
built into the LH-1. This section is written in tutorial form and will walk you through this
unique feature step-by-step.

Please read all sections carefully and keep this manual handy for further reference. We
hope you will enjoy learning how to use your LH-1 Digital Piano/Organ!

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LH-1 Digital Piano/Organ

Table of Contents

1. Important Safety Information Page 5

2. Basic Operations Page 9

This section explains the basic layout and function of the operating
controls, including a brief explanation of these controls and their
associated systems.

3. Hymns & Children’s Songs Page 14

This section provides a step-by-step explanation of this feature that allows
those who lack keyboard skills to play any of the 176 Hymns and
Children’s Songs built into the LH-1.

4. Jacks Page 22

This section identifies the location and operation of all input/output jacks.

5. Basic MIDI Operation Page 23

This section provides introduction to MIDI, including basic connections
and operational use of the LH-1 with other MIDI devices.

6. System Mode Page 24

This section explains System parameter modification. The System Mode
feature provides versatile musical enhancements to the LH-1.

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Kawai Model LH-1

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Important Safety Information

READ and SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PERTAINING TO RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY

The lightening symbol is to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the enclosure that could be
of a magnitude to constitute electric shock
to persons

The exclamation point symbol is to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and
maintenance instructions in the accompanying
literature

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European Immunity

For European Immunity, Radiation and Safety information see “Declaration of Conformity.”

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1. Basic Operations

Setting Up the LH-1

Consider instrument placement before playing the LH-1:

For best sound quality, the instrument should be placed in an open area and should not be
confined or surrounded by walls, curtain screens or similar furniture.

The Bass sounds radiate virtually 360 degrees around the base of the LH-1.
Mid-range and treble sounds project at a wide angle from the top rear of the instrument (the

side away from the player).
Additionally, there are hidden monitor speakers at each end of the control button panel that

project sound toward the player.

AC Power

The LH-1 is supplied with a three-wire attached AC power cord. Plug this instrument into a
properly wired three-wire grounded AC outlet only.

Power Switch

The Power On Button is located on the left (bass) end of the front panel. Press this button
one time to turn power ON. Press it again to turn power OFF.

If you haven’t already done so, press the power button to turn on power.

Volume Control

Adjust the VOLUME SLIDER to a minimum low level when you first turn on the instrument
especially when using headphones. Then, adjust volume upward to a comfortable listening
level.

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