Kurzweil Music Systems RE-220 User Manual

10107 South Tacoma Way, Suite A-3 Lakewood, WA 98499
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AND Music Corporation

178-353 Gajwa-dong, Seo-gu, Incheon, KOREA
Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

2006. 3. 15 Rev.A

RE-220

Digital Piano

Owner’s Manual

www.ycpiano.co.kr
www.kurzweilmusicsystems.com

Table of Contents

Important Safety & Installation

Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

The Front Panel of the RE-220

Introduction

The Features of the RE-220

Setting up the Instrument

Listen to the Demo Songs

The Keyboard and Pedals

The Keyboard

The Pedals

Sound Select

Variation

List of Preset Sounds and Their Variations

Drum and Percussion Key Assignments

Drum Kit Maps

Sound Expression by Pedals

Layering Sounds

Left Split

Activate Left Split

Split Point

Custom

Digital Reverb & Effects

Volume

Bass and Treble

Reverb and Effect

Reverb/Effect Wet/Dry Mix

Recorder

Song

Track

Record

Play/Stop

Start Control

Display while playing and recording

Metronome

Adjusting Tempo

Adjusting the time signature

Tap Tempo

Options

Demo

MIDI/Preference

Transpose

MIDI

MIDI Connection

MIDI Channels

MIDI Messages

Miscellaneous

Bottom Panel

Rear Panel

Appendix

Specifications

List of Sounds and Pedal Assignments

Piano Demo Song List

MIDI Implementation Chart

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The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS

RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

: When using electric products, basic precautions should always be

followed, including the following:

1. Read all of the Safety and Installation Instructions and Explanation of
Graphic Symbols before using the product.

2. This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a power supply cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER

: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock. Do not modify the plug provided with
the product-if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician. Do not use an adaptor which defeats the function of the
equipment-grounding conductor. If you are in doubt as to whether the
product is properly grounded, check with a qualified serviceman or electrician.

3. Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, or the like.

4. This product should only be used with a stand or cart that is recommended
by the manufacturer.

5. This product, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and speakers
or headphones, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause
permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long priod of time at a high
volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any
hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.

6. The product should be located so that its location or position does not
interfere with its proper ventilation.

7. This product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, or other products that produce heat.

8. This product should be connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product.

9. This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one blade wider

than be 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.

10. The power supply cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for a long period of time. When unplugging the power
supply cord, do not pull on the cord, but grasp it by the plug.

11. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled
into the enclosure through openings.

12. The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product;
C. The product has been exposed to rain;
D. The product does not appear to be operating normally or exhibits a

marked change in performance;

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

13. Do not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the user
maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified
service personnel.

14.

WARNING

: Do not place objects on the product’s power supply cord, or
place the product in a position where anyone could trip over, walk on, or roll
anything over cords of any type. Do not allow the product to rest on or be
installed over cords of any type. Improper installations of this type create the
possibility of a fire hazard and/or personal injury.

WARNING

: Changes or modifications to this instrument not expressly

approved by KURZWEIL could void your authority to operate the instrument.

IMPORTANT

: When connecting this product to accessories and/or other

equipment use only high quality shielded cables.

NOTE

: This instrument 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 instrument 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 instrument does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the instrument off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the instrument and the receiver.

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Connect the instrument into an outlet on a circuit other than the one to which
the receiver is connected.

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If necessary consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions.

NOTICE

This apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.

AVIS

Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant
les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la class B prescrites dans le
Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des
Communications du Canada.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the

other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your

safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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

exit from the apparatus.

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

12. Use only with a 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

: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not expose this equipment

to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.

To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.

To reduce the danger of explosion if the lithium battery is incorrectly replaced, replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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The Front Panel of the RE-220

The Front Panel

󳞘 Digital Reverb & Effects

Tailor the overall sound of the RE-220
See pages 22~25

󳞙 Recorder

Record and play back multi-track songs

See pages 26~28

󳞚 Display

View current tempo and settings
See page 29

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The Front Panel

󳞛 Left Split

Divide the keyboard into two different sounds

See pages 20~21

󳞜 Sound Select

Enliven your music with stunningly realistic sounds

See pages 15~17

󳞝 Options

Tailor the response of the instrument, store your favorite panel settings and
play Demo songs
See pages 30~38

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Introduction

Introduction

Welcome to the world of the KURZWEIL RE-220 Digital Piano.

The RE-220 gives you easy access to KURZWEIL's high-quality sound technology. Authentic

digital representations of musical instrument sounds are the starting points. The RE-220

reproduces the finest details of the original sounds; you'll even hear differences in tone as you

play from bass to treble, and from soft and loud, just as in the original instruments.

The Features of the RE-220

■ 88 notes, Hammer type keys

■ Three Pedals

■ 7 different levels of keyboard touch sensitivity

■ 37 Preset Sounds (including Triple-Strike Stereo Piano Sample and Take 6 voices)

■ Real-time Sound Expression

■ Sound Layering with Volume Balance.

■ Left Key Split

■ Transpose, Detune

■ 3 Reverbs and 3 Effects (Chorus 1, 2 and Flanger )

■ 60 Watt Sound System with Bass and Treble control

■ 3 x 7-Segments Display

■ 2 songs, 2 tracks Recorder

■ Metronome

■ Tap tempo

■ 50 Piano Demo Songs

■ 20 Preset Demo Songs

■ Line In / Out

■ MIDI In / Out

■ 2 Headphone Jacks

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Setting up the Instrument

Setting up the Instrument

Check that all of the following items are present.

Item No. Item

①

Keyboard

1EA

②

Side Panel (Left)

1EA

No.

⑧

Screws for Side Panel and Keyborad (Rear)

⑨

Screws for Side Panel and Keyboard (Front)

2EA

2EA

③

Side Panel (Right)

1EA

⑩

Screws for Side Panel and Pedal Box

4EA

④

Pedal Box

1EA

⑪

Screws for Rear Panel and Side Panel

2EA

⑤

Rear Panel

1EA

⑫

Screws for Rear Panel and Pedal Box

4EA

⑥

Support Leg

2EA

⑬

Cable Clamps

1EA

⑦ Headphone Hanger

1EA

⑧⑨ ⑩ ⑪

⑫⑬

①

⑦

⑤

⑥

⑨

⑧

⑬

②

④

⑪

⑫

③

⑩

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Setting up the Instrument

󳢯 We do not recommend attempting to assemble the RE-220 alone. The job can be easily

accomplished, however, only two people.

󳢯 Use only the screws provided or replacements of exactly the specified size. Using

screws of the wrong size can result in damage to the instrument and personal injury.

Side Panel and Pedal Box Assembly

1. Place the the pedal box ④ on the left side
panel ② and then use two screws ⑧ to
fasten the left side panel.

2. Place the the pedal box ④ on the right side
panel ③ and then use two screws ⑧ to
fasten the right side panel.

3. You can find the pedal cable in the pedal box
④. Untie and straighten out the cable attached
to the bottom of the pedal box.

Rear Panel Assembly

1. Fit the rear panel ⑤ into the holes of the side
panel brackets and then use two screws ⑪
to fasten the top of the rear panel.

2. Use four screws ⑫to fasten the bottom of
the rear panel.

3. Use the cable clamp to take up any slack in
the pedal cable.

②

③

④

⑩

⑩

⑪

⑫⑬

⑤

⑬

⑪

⑫

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Setting up the Instrument

Keyboard Assembly

1. Place the keyboard on the stand so that the wood pegs on the top of the side panel are fit

into the holes on the bottom of the keyboard.

2. Use two screws ⑧ and two screws ⑨ to fasten the bottom of the keyboard.

3. Insert the pedal cable connector into the pedal jack located on the bottome of the keyboard.

4. Rotate the pedal adjuster until it comes in firm contact with the floor surface. If the adjuster

is not in firm contact with the floor, the pedal will wobble and cause malfunctions.

5. Install the headphone hanger as shown in the figure below.

Screws ⑧to fasten the
keyboard with side panel

Screws ⑨to fasten the keyboard
with side panel & Leg

Be sure that the connector is inserted in the correct orientation.
Make sure that the cable clamp fastens to the pedal cable.

Pedal cable jack

Headphones jack

⑧⑨

Pedal adjuster

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Setting up the Instrument

Turning on the Instrument (Power)

The RE-220 operates on AC power. A power cord is included with the instrument to connect it

to an AC Outlet. Before connecting the power cord, be sure that the power switch, located

under the left-hand end of the keyboard, is off. Then plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

Once the power cord is connected, you can turn the power switch on.

After the power switch is turned on, it will take about 2 seconds before the front panel lights

up. An additional 3 seconds is needed before it is ready to play.

Setting the Volume

To be sure that you can hear the instrument, move the Volume knob (on the left end of the

front panel) to the middle of its range. This should provide a reasonably comfortable level of

volume, which you can adjust if you wish the sound to be louder or softer.

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Listen to the Demo Songs

Listen to the Demo Songs

The RE-220 contains a number of built-in demonstrations to acquaint you with

the sound and capabilities it possesses. To access these demonstrations, press the

Demo

button, which is located near the right end of the front panel controls, in

the Options section. The button lights up to show that the RE-220 is in the

demonstration mode.

To listen to the demo songs for the preset sounds

Press any button where the light rotates in the Sound Select or Left Split section

to hear a demonstration of the sound. The

Variation

button plays all demo

songs for preset sounds in a loop. To stop playing a song, press the currently

selected button. The button lights resume their blinking pattern.

To listen to the Piano Demo Songs

There are 50 piano demo songs available. The number on the display indicates

the current song number, which ranges from 1 to 50. Select a song by pressing

the

Up/Down

button. Press the

Play/Stop

button to hear the song. The

Recorder

button plays all Piano demo songs in a loop. To stop playing a song,

press the

Play/Stop

button. The button lights resume their blinking pattern.

To exit demonstration mode, press the

Demo

button again.

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The Keyboard and Pedals

The Keyboard and Pedals

The keyboard of the RE-220 consists of 88 weighted keys with an action designed to simulate

the feel of an acoustic piano. Just as with an acoustic piano, the harder you press the keys of

the RE-220 (more precisely, the faster you strike them), the louder and brighter the resulting

sound is. In technical terms, this is called "Velocity-Sensitive". It makes the RE-220 a truly

expressive instrument. See “Keyboard Touch” parameter at page 35 for information on

adjusting the velocity-sensitive to suit your preference (NOTE: The organ and harpsichord

sounds purposely aren't velocity-sensitive, in order to be more realistic; real organ and

harpsichords aren't velocity-sensitive.)

The Keyboard

In addition to the expressiveness offered by the keyboard, there are three pedals

that provide you with further control over the sounds of the RE-220. These

pedals have the same function as those on a grand piano, which are, from left to

right:

SOFT

The soft pedal reduces the volume while the pedal is pressed.

The soft pedal will not affect notes that are already playing

when it is pressed.

SOSTENUTO

If you play a note on the keyboard and press the sostenuto

pedal while the notes are held, those notes will sustain as long

as you hold the pedal. But all sebsequently played notes will

not be sustained.

SUSTAIN

The sustain pedal (rightmost pedal) functions in the same way

as the damper pedal of an acoustic piano. When the sustain

pedal is pressed, notes continue to play after their keys have

been released. Releasing the pedal will silence the sustained

notes.

The Pedals

SOFT SOSTENUTO SUSTAIN

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Sound Select

Sound Select

Each Sound Button actually can select two different sounds. To access the second sound, press

the

Variation

button; the light in the Variation button will illuminate, indicating that now the

second sound for the active sound button is selected. Pressing the Variation button again will

select the original sound.

Each of the Sound Select buttons "remembers" whether or not

Variation

was On the last time

that sound was selected; so if you select the variation for a particular sound, then select a

different sound button, then return to the first sound, the variation will automatically be

selected again (This variation memory is reset when you execute Hard Reset in the RE-220.)

1. Press the Pipe Organ button. Play a few notes on the keyboard.

2. Press the Variation button. Notice that the button illuminates. Play a few notes
again to hear the difference in the sound.

3. Press the Electric Organ button. Notice that the Variation button is no longer
illuminated. Play a few notes.

4. Press the Pipe Organ again. Notice that the Variation button re-illuminates. Play a
few notes to hear the sound.

Variation

The Sound Select portion of the front panel contains buttons used for selecting the individual

sounds available on the RE-220 Digital Piano. You select a sound by pressing the

corresponding button; the light in the button illuminates to show you which sound is selected.

There are 17 Sound Select buttons. On power-up, the Grand Piano is selected.