Roland KR-17 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3, 4, 5), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6, 7, 8). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference

the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

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 a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers 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. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

WARNING: IMPORTANT:

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 GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the

letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

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.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE

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. Never use with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table except as 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.

For the U.K.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or

other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

001

• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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002a

• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.

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003

• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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004

• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct

sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);

or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration.

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• When installing the piano, be sure to fasten the caster using the supplied caster cup.

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007

• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

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008a

• The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the bottom of unit.

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008e

• Use only the attached power-supply cord.

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

009

• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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010

• This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period 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 immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

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011

• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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012a:***

• Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

• The power-supply cord, or the plug has been

damaged; or

• If smoke or unusual odor occurs

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been

spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise

has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance.

• If abnormal sound are produced.

• If error messages (Error.61, Error.62) have

appeared.

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013

• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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014

• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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015

• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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016

• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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019

• Batteries must never be recharged, heated, taken apart, or thrown into fire or water.

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023

• DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may result.

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• Be careful not to touch the keys while the automatic keyboard is functioning, as this may sprain your fingers or damage the keyboard.

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026

• Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

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001-50

• Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

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101a

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

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102b

• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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103a:

• At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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104

• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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106

• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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107b

• Never handle the power cord or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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108a

• Before moving the unit, disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.

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108c

• Disconnect all cords coming from external devices before moving the unit.

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109a

• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 20).

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110a

• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the outlet.

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111: Selection

• If used improperly, batteries may explode or leak and cause damage or injury. In the interest of safety, please read and observe the following precautions.

• Carefully follow the installation instructions for

batteries, and make sure you observe the correct polarity.

• Avoid using new batteries together with used

ones. In addition, avoid mixing different types of batteries.

• Remove the batteries whenever the unit is to

remain unused for an extended period of time.

• If a battery has leaked, use a soft piece of cloth

or paper towel to wipe all remnants of the discharge from the battery compartment. Then install new batteries. To avoid inflammation of the skin, make sure that none of the battery discharge gets onto your hands or skin. Exercise the utmost caution so that none of the discharge gets near your eyes. Immediately rinse the affected area with running water if any of the discharge has entered the eyes.

• Never keep batteries together with metallic

objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces, hairpins, etc.

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112

• Used batteries must be disposed of in compliance with whatever regulations for their safe disposal that may be observed in the region in which you live.

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116

• Be careful when opening/closing the lid so you do not get your fingers pinched (p. 20). Adult supervision is recommended whenever small children use the unit.

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118

• Should you remove screws and cord cramp, make sure to put them in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

291b

In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2, 3, 4 and 5, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

301

• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any

device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).

306b

•A batteries are supplied with the unit. The life of this

battery may be limited, however, since its primary purpose was to enable testing.

307

• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the

power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

308

• Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the

POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach and readily accessible.

Placement

351

• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment

containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.

352a

• This device may interfere with radio and television

reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

352b

• Noise may be produced if wireless communications

devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.

353

• Observe the following when using the unit’s floppy disk

drive. For further details, refer to “Before Using Floppy Disks” (p. 7).

• Do not place the unit near devices that produce a

strong magnetic field (e.g., loudspeakers).

• Install the unit on a solid, level surface.

• Do not move the unit or subject it to vibration while

the drive is operating.

354b

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near

devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Also, do not allow lighting devices that normally are used while their light source is very close to the unit (such as a piano light), or powerful spotlights to shine upon the same area of the unit for extended periods of time. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

355b

• When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.

356

• Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish.

• Do not allow objects to remain on top of the keyboard. This can be the cause of malfunction, such as keys ceasing to produce sound.

359

• Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like to this instrument. Peeling such matter off the instrument may damage the exterior finish.

Maintenance

401b

• Since your piano has a polished finish that is as delicate as that found on finely crafted wooden furniture, it needs careful, periodic care. A few important suggestions concerning the proper care of the unit follow.

• For dusting, using a soft, clean cloth and/or piano-use feather duster. Be sure to wipe gently. Even the tiniest grains of sand or grit can leave scratches on the surface if too much force is applied while wiping. Do not use any cleaners or detergents, since they might deteriorate the surface of the cabinet, and produce cracks.

• If the cabinet’s surface loses its luster, wipe it thoroughly with a soft cloth dampened with a little of the polishing liquid. Do not use any cleaners or detergents, since they might deteriorate the surface of the cabinet, and produce cracks. Do not use dusting cloths that contain chemicals.

402

• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

452

• Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be backed up on a floppy disk, or written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

Automatic Keyboard

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• While the automatic keyboard is in operation, avoid doing anything that could hamper the action of the keys, such as using undue force to press a key, or forcing up a depressed key. By doing so, you risk causing malfunction.

Additional Precautions

551

• Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory on a floppy disk.

552

• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a floppy disk and the unit memory once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

553

• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

554

• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

556

• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

557

•A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation.

558a

• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).

558d

• This instrument is designed to minimize the extraneous sounds produced when it’s played. However, since sound vibrations can be transmitted through floors and walls to a greater degree than expected, take care not to allow these sounds to become a nuisance to neighbors, especially when performing at night and when using headphones.

559b

• When you need to transport the unit, pack it in shockabsorbent material. Transporting the unit without doing so can cause it to become scratched or damaged, and could lead to malfunction.

560

• Do not apply undue force to the music stand while it is in use.

561

• Use only the specified expression pedal (EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.

562

• Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

• Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

565

Before opening or closing the keyboard lid, always make sure

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that no pets or other small animals are located on top of the instrument (in particular, they should be kept away from the keyboard and its lid). Otherwise, due to the structural design of this instrument, small pets or other animals could end up getting trapped inside it. If such a situation is encountered, you must immediately switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the outlet. You should then consult with the retailer from whom the instrument was purchased, or contact the nearest Roland Service Center.

Before Using Floppy Disks

Handling the Floppy Disk Drive

602

• Install the unit on a solid, level surface in an area free from vibration. If the unit must be installed at an angle, be sure the installation does not exceed the permissible range: upward, 0°; downward, 0°.

603

• Avoid using the unit immediately after it has been moved to a location with a level of humidity that is greatly different than its former location. Rapid changes in the environment can cause condensation to form inside the drive, which will adversely affect the operation of the drive and/or damage floppy disks. When the unit has been moved, allow it to become accustomed to the new environment (allow a few hours) before operating it.

604

• To insert a disk, push it gently but firmly into the drive— it will click into place. To remove a disk, press the EJECT button firmly. Do not use excessive force to remove a disk which is lodged in the drive.

605b***

• Never eject a disk while reading or writing is in progress, since that can damage the magnetic surface of the disk, rendering it unusable. (The disk drive’s indicator will light up at full brightness when the drive is busy reading or writing data. Ordinarily, the indicator will be less brightly lighted, or be extinguished.)

606

• Remove any disk from the drive before powering up or down.

607

• To prevent damage to the disk drive’s heads, always try to hold the floppy disk in a level position (not tilted in any direction) while inserting it into the drive. Push it in firmly, but gently. Never use excessive force.

608

• To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage, insert only floppy disks into the disk drive. Never insert any other type of disk. Avoid getting paper clips, coins, or any other foreign objects inside the drive.

Handling Floppy Disks

651

• Floppy disks contain a plastic disk with a thin coating of magnetic storage medium. Microscopic precision is required to enable storage of large amounts of data on such a small surface area. To preserve their integrity, please observe the following when handling floppy disks:

• Never touch the magnetic medium inside the disk.

• Do not use or store floppy disks in dirty or dusty areas.

• Do not subject floppy disks to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle). Recommended temperature range: 10 to 50° C (50 to 122° F).

• Do not expose floppy disks to strong magnetic fields, such as those generated by loudspeakers.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

652

• Floppy disks have a “write protect” tab which can protect the disk from accidental erasure. It is recommended that the tab be kept in the PROTECT position, and moved to the WRITE position only when you wish to write new data onto the disk.

Rear side of the disk

Write

(can write new data onto disk)

Write Protect Tab

653

Protect

(prevents writing to disk)

• The identification label should be firmly affixed to the disk. Should the label come loose while the disk is in the drive, it may be difficult to remove the disk.

654

• Store all disks in a safe place to avoid damaging them, and to protect them from dust, dirt, and other hazards. By using a dirty or dust-ridden disk, you risk damaging the disk, as well as causing the disk drive to malfunction.

655

• Disks containing performance data for this unit should always be locked (have their write protect tab slid to the “Protect” position) before you insert them into the drive on some other unit (except the PR-300, or a product in the HP-G, MT, KR, or Atelier families), or into a computer’s drive. Otherwise (if the write protect tab remains in the “Write” position), when you perform any disk operations using the other device’s disk drive (such as checking the contents of the disk, or loading data), you risk rendering the disk unreadable by this unit’s disk drive.

Before Using CDs

Handling the CD Drive

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• Avoid using the unit immediately after it has been moved to a location with a level of humidity that is greatly different than its former location. Rapid changes in the environment can cause condensation to form inside the drive, which will adversely affect the operation of the drive and/or damage discs. When the unit has been moved, allow it to become accustomed to the new environment (allow a few hours) before operating it.

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• Remove any disc from the drive before powering up or down.

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• To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage, insert only discs with into the CD drive. Never insert any other type of disc. Avoid getting paper clips, coins, or any other foreign objects inside the drive.

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• Do not subject to vibrations or physical shock during use, and do not move the unit while the power is turned on.

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• The pickup is of dust-resistant construction. Do not use pickup cleaners or other such materials, as they may damage the pickup.

Handling the CDs

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• When handling the discs, please observe the following.

• Do not touch the recorded surface of the disc.

• Do not use in dusty areas.

• Do not leave the disc in direct sunlight or an enclosed vehicle.

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• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty CD-ROM discs may not be read properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.

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• Keep the disc in the case.

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• Do not keep the disc in the CD drive for a long time.

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• Do not put a sticker on the label of the disc.

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• Wipe the disc with a soft and dry cloth radially from inside to outside. Do not wipe along circumference.

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• Do not use benzine, record cleaner spray or solvents of any kind.

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• Do not bend the disc. Bending discs may prevent proper reading and writing of data, and may further result in malfunction.

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* GS ( ) is a registered trademark of Roland Corpo-

ration.

* XG lite ( ) is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corpo-

ration.

207

* Apple and Macintosh are registered trademark of Apple

Computer, Inc.

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* IBM and IBM PC are registered trademark of International

Business Machines Corporation.

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* All product names mentioned in this document are trade-

marks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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Introduction

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Roland KR Intelligent Piano.

While the KR Intelligent Piano certainly allows you to achieve authentic piano

performances, it also features easy-to-use Automatic Accompaniment and numerous

other useful functions. In order to enjoy reliable performance of your new keyboard for

many years to come, please take the time to read through this manual in its entirety.

Main Features

❍

Piano Sounds with Rich Resonance and Wide-Ranging Expressiveness

The stereo sampling piano sound generator realistically reproduces even the sound of

the hammers striking the strings, producing the tones of a high-quality concert grand

piano.

Maximum polyphony of 128 notes ensures that you can use the pedal freely without

running out of notes.

The KR features a new speaker system, “grand piano presence system,” to provide

sounds with depth and spatial realism.

❍

Pursuing the Playing Feel of a Grand Piano

These instruments feature a progressive hammer action keyboard, which duplicates the

touch of a grand piano, with a heavier touch in the lower register, and a lighter touch in

the upper register. In addition, even the distinctive “click” that you feel when pressing

a key on a grand piano has been faithfully simulated (escapement mechanism).

The pedal is designed for good-feeling response, and allows subtle performance nuances

to be expressed.

❍

Get Easy Results with the Main Buttons

You can play songs, display scores, play the Automatic Accompaniment, select Tones,

and perform other main KR functions easily by pressing the main buttons found on both

sides of the screen.

With the

songs for piano practice to the latest hits. Pressing the

display not only the score for any of the internal songs, but for your own recorded songs

and songs on floppy disks.

With the

Automatic Accompaniment settings that match that song, and while looking at the

chord score, perform with accompaniment added.

[Select/Listen to a Song] button

[Music Assistant] button

you can select a song you want to play, call up

, you can select over 150 internal songs, from

[Score Display] button

lets you

Thanks to the

from the more than 600 internal Tones; the

listen to a variety of arrangements of the internal popular songs, and transform them

into rock, jazz, or other forms of music; and the

you leave the chords and rhythm to the backing band, and give your performances the

feel of a group session, you can enjoy playing the KR in a great variety of creative ways.

[Select Various Tones] button

[Song Stylist] button

, which is used to select suggested Tones

, which allows you to

[Session Partner] button

, which lets

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Introduction

❍

A Variety of Support Functions for Fostering Rich Musical Abilities

You can use the “DigiScore” feature, which lets you specify the information to be shown

in the score display, including notes, fingerings, and even a “bouncing ball” that keeps

the rhythm for the current performance. You can have specified segments be repeated,

allowing you to practice the part over as you like, easily play back and record each hand

separately, and enjoy a number of other handy practice features available only with

digital pianos.

Other useful practice features include a “Replay” pedal that you can press to stop the

performance and go back when you have trouble with what you’re playing, and “Touch

the Note,” a function that lets you confirm how a note sounds by touching the note on

the screen.

Features geared specifically for young children include “Wonderland,” where kids can

enjoy touching a variety of instruments; and the “Game,” an ear-training feature which

helps build their listening abilities with all the fun of a game.

❍

Connector for External Display of Enlarged Scores and Lyrics

The KR features a built-in connector for external displays.

By displaying scores and lyrics on a bigger screen, everyone playing in your group

should be able to get a clear view.

❍

Superior Player Piano Function (Only Instrument Equipped with Moving Key)

The KR includes an automatic “Moving Key” function that actually moves the keys

while playing songs. Use the CD drive to play the enclosed CD and CDs for automatic

player pianos, as well as audio CDs. You can also connect an external display for a more

expanded view of your work, and use the remote control to select, start and stop songs.

❍

Connect to External Speakers for Concert Hall Presence

Connect external speakers, amps or other devices to the KR. Then play the reverb or

accompaniment sounds through the external speaker and experience the sensation of

being surrounded by an orchestra.

❍

Color Screen Makes Operation Easier

The KR’s color screen makes viewing easier. It also functions as a touch panel, so you can

carry out tasks simply by touching the panel.

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How To Use This Manual

Introduction

The KR Owner’s Manual consists of two volumes,

Manual

Please start out by reading “Before You Start Playing” (p. 18) in the

(this volume). This explains how to connect the KR’s power cord and how to turn on the

instrument’s power.

After turning on the KR’s power, please continue by reading

By trying out the various procedures while reading the

how to play the KR and make use of its major functions (especially procedures that

involve use of the “main buttons”).

The

special applications (for example, using the KR as an accompanist and creating songs),

that will help you master the KR’s many performance functions.

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Conventions Used in This Manual

This manual uses the following conventions in the interest of simpler, more concise

instructions.

• Button names are enclosed in square brackets “[ ]”, as in One Touch Program [Piano]

button.

Owner’s Manual

describes procedures, from basic operation to procedures for

Quick Start

and the

Quick Start

Owner’s

Owner’s Manual

, you can easily learn

• The text incorporates KR-17 screen shots and panel diagrams. Thus, there will be some

portions where the information differs from that for the KR-15.

• For easier readability, some screens and colors used here may differ in part from actual

screens and colors.

• On screen text is enclosed in angled brackets “< >”, as in <Exit>.

• The act of lightly contacting the Touch Screen with your finger is called “touching.”

• An asterisk (*) or a at the beginning of a paragraph indicates a note or

precaution. These should not be ignored.

• (p. **) refers to pages within the manual.

NOTE

Page 12

Panel Descriptions

* The panel diagrams shown in this owner’s manual are those of the KR-17.

1 5 11 12 13 159 108 19 2120

Power

2 3 6 72317 1814

1. [Power] switch

Pressed to switch the power on and off (p. 21).

* The KR-15’s [Power] switch is positioned to the left of the keyboard.

2. [Volume] knob

Adjusts the overall volume (p. 22).

3. [Brilliance] knob

Adjusts the brightness of the sound (p. 22).

4. [Wonderland/Game] button

Here you can learn about instruments while having fun.

→

See the Quick Start

Balance

5. [Part Balance] button

This adjusts the relative volume levels of each of the

performance parts (p. 75).

6. [Balance] knob

Changes the volume balance for sounds played with the

keyboard and for songs and accompaniments (p. 75).

16 22

13. [User Function] Button

This is used to assign a variety of functions to the Performance

Pads (p. 157).

Performance Pads

14. [1]–[4] buttons

The operation of each is changed depending on the buttons

numbered 11–13.

15. Music Style buttons

Selects a Music Style for automatic accompaniment (p. 62).

Pressing the [User] button selects a User Style that you’ve made

yourself or a Music Style on floppy disk (p. 63).

16. Fill In buttons

Inserts a fill-in in an automatic accompaniment and changes the

accompaniment pattern (p. 69).

[To Variation] button

[To Original] button

17. [Intro/Ending] button

Play an intro or ending during automatic accompaniment (p. 66).

7. [User Program] button

Stores the selected functions and states of the buttons (p. 122).

DSP

8. [Reverb] button

Adds reverberation to the sound (p. 33).

9. [Surround] button

Adds three-dimensional breadth to the accompaniment sounds

(p. 38).

10. [Equalizer] button

Allows you to adjust the tone quality with the equalizer (p. 40).

11. [Style Orchestrator] button

This is used to change the arrangement type for automatic

accompaniment with the Performance Pads (p. 70).

12. [Phrase] Button

This is used to play a short phrase with the Performance Pads

(p. 71).

18. [Start/Stop] button

Starts and stops automatic accompaniment (

p. 66

Rhythm Partner

19. [Metronome] button

Activates the built-in metronome (p. 52).

You can change the count sound settings (p. 160).

20. Beat Indicator

This lights up in correspondence with the beat of the selected

song or accompaniment.

21. [Rhythm] button

Plays the Rhythm pattern (p. 56).

22. Tempo [-] [+] buttons

Adjusts the tempo.

Press the [-] and [+] buttons at the same time to return to the

original tempo.

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Panel Descriptions

30 32 40 4131 3824 25

26 27 28

29 33 34 35 36 37 39

23. Main Buttons

→

See the Quick Start

[Select/Listen to a Song], [Disk] button

Use this button to select internal songs or songs from floppy

disk (p. 77).

[Song Stylist] button

[Music Assistant] button

[Score Display] button

Displays scores (p. 88).

You can use the practice function (p. 92).

[Session Partner] button

[Select Various Tones] button

24. Touch Screen

This lets you perform a variety of operations just by touching

the screen (p. 24).

25. Contrast knob

Adjusts the contrast of the screen (p. 24).

26. Dial

Use this to change on-screen values.

27. [-] [+] buttons

Allow you to change on-screen values.

Record/Playback

31. [Menu] button

You can select functions for playing back, recording or editing a

song (p. 127, p. 144).

32. Track buttons

Used to play back or record each track of a song (p. 99, p. 111).

33. [ (Reset)] button

Resets the song playback-start location to the beginning of the

song.

34. [ (Play/Stop)] button

Starts and stops playback or recording a song.

35. [ (Rec)] button

When pressed, this button places the instrument in recording

standby (p. 106, p. 127).

36. [ (Bwd)] button

Rewinds the song.

37. [ (Fwd)] button

Fast-forwards the song.

38. [Transpose] button

Transposes the pitch of the keyboard or the song being played

(p. 103).

28. One Touch Program button

[Piano] button

Makes the optimal settings for a piano performance (p. 26).

[Arranger] button

Makes the optimal settings for playing with automatic

accompaniment (p. 59).

29. [Melody Intelligence] Button

Adds harmony to the sounds played with the keyboard (p. 72).

30. [Tone] buttons

Select the Tones that will be played from the keyboard (p. 27).

39. [Vocal Effect] Button

Applies a variety of effects to vocals from the microphone

(p. 43).

40. Disk Drive

You can insert a floppy disk for playing back or saving songs

(p. 77, p. 116).

41. Eject Button

Ejects a floppy disk from the disk drive (p. 114).

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Panel Descriptions

Bottom Panel

5 6 8 1097

1 2 43

1. AC Inlet

Connect the included power cable to this inlet (p. 20).

2. Input jacks

These jacks can be connected to another sound generating

device or an audio device, so that the sound of that device will

be output from the KR’s speakers (p. 176).

3. Output jacks (Main)

These jacks can be connected to your audio system to enjoy

more powerful sound. They can also be connected to a tape

recorder or similar device in order to record your performance

on a cassette tape (p. 176).

4. Output jacks (Aux)

You can connect an amp or external speaker to the Aux jack and

play the accompaniment and reverb sounds through it

(p. 35).

5. Expression Pedal jack

You can connect an expression pedal to the KR.

Bottom Panel (Front Left) Bottom Panel (Front Right)

6. Pedal connector

Connect the pedal cable of the stand to this connector (p. 20).

7. MIDI Out/In connectors

These can be connected to an external MIDI device to exchange

performance data (p. 172).

8. Computer connector

You can connect a computer to this connector to exchange

performance data (p. 178).

9. Computer switch

The setting for this switch made depending on the computer

connected – Mac/PC-1/PC-2.

Switches the connections for the MIDI connectors and the

computer port (p. 178).

* You can’t use the MIDI Out/In connector and the Computer

connector at the same time.

10. Ext Display connector

Connect an external display. You can put scores on the screen

and display lyrics (p. 23).

Right Side of Bottom Panel (Instrument with Moving Key)

11. Phones jacks

A set of headphones can be connected here (p. 22).

12. Mic In jack

Used for connecting microphones (p. 22).

13. Mic Volume knob

Adjusts the volume level for the microphone (p. 22).

1714 16

14. Access Indicator

This indicator will light when the inserted CD is being read.

15. Disc Tray

Place the CD to be loaded on this tray.

16. Emergency eject hole

This hole allows the disc tray to be opened in case of an

emergency.

17. Eject Button

Press this button to eject the CD.

* You cannot eject the CD unless the power is on.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY...............................................................3

IMPORTANT NOTES.........................................................................6

Introduction ...............................................................9

Main Features.......................................................................................9

How To Use This Manual ................................................................11

Conventions Used in This Manual............................................11

Panel Descriptions..................................................12

Before You Start Playing ........................................18

Opening and Closing the Top (KR-17)...........................................18

Opening and Closing the Top (KR-15)...........................................19

Raising the Music Stand ...................................................................19

Using the Music Holders (KR-15)..............................................19

Opening and Closing the Lid...........................................................20

Connecting the Power Cord.............................................................20

Connect the Pedal Cable...................................................................21

Turning the Power On and Off........................................................21

About the Pedals................................................................................21

Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance ..............................22

Connecting Headphones ..................................................................22

Connecting a Microphone................................................................22

Connecting an External Display......................................................23

Making the Connections .............................................................23

About the Touch Screen ...................................................................24

Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen ........................................24

Main Screens ......................................................................................24

Piano Screen..................................................................................24

Basic Screen...................................................................................24

Using the Main Icons...................................................................25

Chapter 1 Performance...........................................26

Playing the Keyboard Like a Piano (One-Touch Piano) ..............26

Performing with a Variety of Tones (Tone Buttons) ....................27

Playing Percussion Instruments or Sound Effects ..................28

Using Keywords to Search for Tones (Tone Search) ..............29

Performing with Two Sounds Layered Together (Layer) ...........30

Playing Different Tones with the Left and Right Hands (Split) .31

Shifting the Keyboard Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave Shift).. 32

Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Reverb)...............................33

Adding a Surround Sound to the Accompaniment and Reverb

(Surround) ..........................................................................................35

Giving More Breadth to the Accompaniment Sound.............35

Changing the Amount of Surround Accomp ..........................36

Broadening the Reverb Sound ...................................................37

Changing the Amount of Surround Reverb ............................37

Adding Three-Dimensional Breadth to the Sounds You Play

(Advanced 3D)...................................................................................38

Adjusting the Sound to Achieve the Preferred Tone Quality

(Equalizer) ..........................................................................................40

Applying Effects to the Sound (Effects) .........................................42

Adding Effects to Mic Vocals (Vocal Effect)..................................43

Enjoying Karaoke Performances with Music Files .................51

Using the Metronome and Rhythm (Rhythm Partner)................52

Using the Metronome..................................................................52

Changing the Metronome Settings............................................53

Playing Rhythm............................................................................56

Changing the Rhythm settings ..................................................56

Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment ................. 58

Music Styles and Automatic Accompaniment..............................58

Performing Using Automatic Accompaniment

(One-Touch Arranger) ......................................................................59

About Chords ...............................................................................60

Playing Chords with Simple Fingering (Chord Intelligence)60

Viewing Chord Fingerings (Chord Finder)..............................61

Selecting Music Styles (Music Style Buttons) ................................62

Selecting Music Styles on Floppy Disks ...................................63

Using Keywords to Search for Music Styles (Style Search) ...64

Playing Only Music Style Rhythm Patterns ..................................65

Adjusting the Accompaniment Tempo ..........................................65

Starting and Stopping the Accompaniment ..................................66

Having the Accompaniment Start Simultaneously

When You Play the Keyboard (Sync)........................................66

Stopping Automatic Accompaniment ......................................67

Having a Count Sound Play at the End of the Intro

(Countdown) ................................................................................68

Modifying an Accompaniment........................................................69

Changing the Accompaniment Pattern (Fill In Buttons)........69

Changing the Instrumental Makeup of Music Styles

(Style Orchestrator)......................................................................70

Playing Phrases (Phrase).............................................................71

Adding Harmony to the Right-Hand Part

(Melody Intelligence) ........................................................................72

Playing Sounds in the Left Hand During a Performance

(Lower Tone) ......................................................................................73

Playing the Piano with Accompaniment Added

(Piano Style Arranger) ......................................................................74

Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each Part (Balance)...............75

Changing the Volume Balance between the

Accompaniment and the Keyboard (Balance Knob) ..............75

Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each Performance Part

(Part Balance)................................................................................75

Chapter 3 Song Playback ...................................... 77

Playing a Song....................................................................................77

Using Keywords to Search for Songs (Song Search)...............79

Registering the Songs You Like (Favorites)...................................80

Removing Songs from Favorites................................................81

Playing Back Songs on CDs (Only for Instrument Equipped

with CD Drive)...................................................................................82

Cautions ........................................................................................82

Playing Back Songs on CDs........................................................83

Using the Remote Control

(Only for Instrument Equipped with CD Drive) ..........................85

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ...............................85

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Contents

How to Use the Remote Control................................................85

About the Remote Control .........................................................86

Chapter 4 Practice Functions ................................88

Displaying the Score .........................................................................88

Touching Notes to Confirm the Sounds (Touch the Notes) ..89

Making Detailed Settings for the Score Display......................90

Saving Scores as Image Data......................................................91

Practicing Songs with the Practice Function ................................92

Adjusting the Tempo ........................................................................95

Setting the Tempo by Pressing the Button in Time

(Tap Tempo) .................................................................................96

Use Your Voice to Select the Tempo (Vocal Tap Tempo) ......97

Playing Back at a Fixed Tempo (Tempo Mute) .......................97

Match the Tempo Before You Begin Playing (Count In) .............98

Muting Some Parts Before Playing (Track Buttons).....................99

Setting Markers for Repeated Practice (Marker).........................100

Placing a Marker within a Song...............................................100

Playback from a Marker Location ...........................................101

Erasing a Marker........................................................................101

Moving a Marker .......................................................................101

Playing Back the Same Passage Over and Over....................102

Transposing Keyboard Sounds and Songs Played Back

(Transpose) .......................................................................................103

Chapter 5 Recording and Saving the Performance.....105

Recording a New Song (New Song) .............................................106

Recording With Accompaniment..................................................108

Recording Along with a Song........................................................110

Recording While Selecting the Track Buttons

(Redoing Recordings) .....................................................................111

Erasing Recorded Performances ...................................................112

Erasing the Performance on Specific Tracks..........................112

Changing How Recording Stops...................................................112

Recording Songs Starting with Pickups.......................................113

Using Floppy Disks .........................................................................114

Inserting and Ejecting a Floppy Disk...................................... 114

Formatting Floppy Disks (Format)..........................................114

Saving Songs ....................................................................................116

Deleting Saved Songs......................................................................119

Copying Songs on Floppy Disks to Favorites .............................120

Copying Songs Saved in Favorites to Floppy Disks.............121

Using the Pedal to Switch User Programs ...................................126

Simultaneously Switching User Program and Transmitting

PC Numbers .....................................................................................126

Chapter 7 Creating and Editing Songs .............. 127

Multitrack Recording with 16 Parts (16-Track Sequencer)........127

The 16-Track Sequencer Screen................................................127

Modifying the Settings of Each Part........................................128

Getting the Most Suitable Part Tones for the Musical Genre

(Tone Set).....................................................................................129

Recording a Performance..........................................................129

Changing the Recording Method (Rec Mode).............................130

Recording While Erasing the Previous Recording

(Replace Recording)...................................................................131

Layering a Recording Over Previously Recorded Sounds

(Mix Recording) .........................................................................131

Repeated Recording at the Same Location

(Loop Recording) .......................................................................132

Re-Recording Part of Your Performance

(Punch-in Recording) ................................................................133

Composing an Accompaniment By Entering Chords

(Chord Sequencer)...........................................................................134

Inputting Chords without Playing the Keyboard.................135

Editing Songs ...................................................................................135

Basic Operation of the Editing Functions...............................135

Undoing Edits (Undo)...............................................................136

Copying Measures (Copy)........................................................136

Copying Rhythm Patterns to Create Rhythm Parts..............137

Correcting Timing Discrepancies (Quantize) ........................137

Deleting Measures (Delete) ......................................................138

Inserting Blank Measures (Insert)............................................138

Transposing Individual Parts (Transpose).............................139

Making Measures Blank (Erase) ..............................................139

Exchanging Parts (Part Exchange)...........................................140

Correcting Notes One by One (Note Edit) .............................140

Modifying the Tone Changes in a Song (PC Edit) ................141

Changing the Beat in the Middle of a Song (Beat Map).............141

Changing the Tempo of Recorded Songs.....................................142

Changing the Tempo Within the Song.........................................142

Adjusting the Tempo While Listening to a Song ..................142

Adjusting the Tempo at a Particular Measure.......................143

Chapter 8 Creating Music Styles ........................ 144

Chapter 6 User Program Registration.................122

Saving Performance Settings (User Program).............................122

Calling Up Saved User Programs .................................................123

Changing the Way User Programs Are Called Up...............123

Saving the User Program Sets........................................................123

Loading Saved User Program Sets ..........................................124

Deleting Saved User Program Sets ...............................................125

Copying Sets of User Programs on Floppy Disks to

the User Memory.............................................................................125

Coping Sets of User Programs Stored in the User Memory

to Floppy Disks ..........................................................................126

Creating Original Styles (User Styles) ..........................................144

Creating New Styles by Combining Internal Music Styles

(Style Composer)........................................................................144

Creating a Style from a Song You Composed Yourself

(Style Converter) ........................................................................146

Saving a User Style..........................................................................149

Deleting Saved User Styles.......................................................150

Copying Styles on Floppy Disks to the User Memory...............151

Copying Styles Saved in the User Memory to

Floppy Disks...............................................................................151

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Contents

Chapter 9 Various Settings ..................................152

Changing the Settings for One-Touch Piano...............................152

Procedure ....................................................................................152

Adjusting Resonance (Resonance) ..........................................152

Changing the Tuning (Tuning)................................................153

Changing How Rapidly Sounds Are Expressed According

to the Force Used to Play the Keys (Hammer Response).....154

Adjusting the Resonant Sounds (String Resonance) ............154

Adjusting the Keyboard Touch (Key Touch).........................155

Changing the Settings for One-Touch Arranger.........................155

Procedure ....................................................................................155

Changing the Keyboard’s Split Point (Split Point) ...............156

Changing Music Styles Without Changing the Tone or

Tempo (One Touch Setting) .....................................................156

Assigning Functions to Pedals and Performance Pads

(Pedal Setting/User Functions) ...............................................157

Changing the Bend Range (Pedal Setting) .............................159

Changing How Chords Are Played and Specified

(Arranger Config) ......................................................................159

Placing a Marker in the Middle of a Measure .......................160

Changing the Settings for the Count-In and Countdown .........160

Settings for the Count-In...........................................................160

Settings for the Countdown .....................................................161

Other Settings...................................................................................161

Procedure ....................................................................................161

Changing Standard Pitch (Master Tune)................................162

Changing the Language (Language).......................................162

Changing the Screen Message When the Power Is Turned

On (Opening Message) .............................................................162

Changing the Settings for Showing Images with the

External Display (External Display)........................................163

Selecting Images To Be Shown on the KR and External

Displays (User Image Display) ................................................163

Turning Off the Beat Indicator (Beat Indicator) ....................164

Remembering the Settings Even When the Power is

Turned Off (Memory Backup) .................................................164

Restoring the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)......................165

Calibrating the Touch Screen (Touch Screen)........................165

Formatting the User Memory ........................................................165

Automatically Starting the Quick Tour........................................166

Disabling Functions Other Than Piano Performance

(Panel Lock)......................................................................................166

Changing the Functions of the Remote Control’s Buttons........167

Enabling the Moving Key...............................................................168

Changing the Moving Key Settings ........................................168

Changing the Part That Makes the Keys Move.....................168

Detailed Song Playback Settings ...................................................169

Changing the Tone Settings When Playing Back Songs

(Play Mode).................................................................................169

Hiding the Lyrics (Lyrics).........................................................170

Changing the Parts Assigned to the Track Buttons During

SMF Playback (Track Assign) ..................................................170

Changing the CD Settings ..............................................................171

Synchronizing the Timing of the Piano and

Accompaniment .........................................................................171

Setting the Type of CD To Be Played Back.............................171

Chapter 10 Connecting External Devices .......... 172

Connecting MIDI Devices ..............................................................172

Connectors ..................................................................................172

Making the Connections ...........................................................173

Performing in Ensemble with MIDI Instruments

(MIDI Ensemble)..............................................................................173

MIDI Settings ...................................................................................174

Selecting the Transmit Channel (Tx Channel).......................174

Disconnecting the Internal Sound Generator and Keyboard

(Local Control)............................................................................174

Sending Tone Change Messages (Program Change/

Bank Select MSB/Bank Select LSB) .........................................175

Sending Recorded Performance Data to a MIDI Device

(Composer MIDI Out)...............................................................175

Connecting to Audio Equipment ..................................................176

Connectors ..................................................................................176

Making the Connections ...........................................................176

Changing the Aux Jack Settings (Aux Out) ...........................177

Setup Examples With Aux Set to “Surround”.......................177

Connecting a Computer..................................................................178

Connect to the MIDI Connectors .............................................178

Connect to the Computer Connector ......................................178

Connectors ..................................................................................178

Making the Connections ...........................................................178

Appendices........................................................... 180

Troubleshooting...............................................................................180

Error Messages.................................................................................183

Tone List............................................................................................184

Drum Set List....................................................................................186

SFX Set List .......................................................................................190

Effects List.........................................................................................191

Music Style List (KR-17) .................................................................192

Music Style List (KR-15) .................................................................193

Chord List .........................................................................................194

Internal Song List.............................................................................196

Rhythm Pattern List ........................................................................199

Parameters Stored to Internal Memory........................................200

Music Files That the KR Can Use ..................................................201

The KR allows you to use the following music files.............201

About the KR Sound Generator...............................................201

MIDI Implementation Chart ..........................................................202

Main Specifications..........................................................................203

Index...................................................................... 205

Page 18

Before You Start Playing

Before You

Start Playing

Opening and Closing the Top (KR-17)

Opening only the front top

Children must not be permitted to open or close the top on their

own—adult supervision is required. Because the top is very heavy,

always use two or more people when opening and closing the top,

and be sure to handle it carefully.

Lift the right front (the upper note side: A in the figure)

of the board with both hands, fold it back, and then lay

it down slowly on the top.

fig.

While holding up the top with one hand, lift up the top

stick and insert its end into the appropriate top slip.

fig.

Do not move the piano with the top in the open position. The top

stick may disengage from the socket, causing the top to fall.

Opening both the front top and the top

Follow Step 1 to open the front top. Then lift the right

front (the upper note side B: in the figure) of the board

with both hands.

fig.

When opening the top, be careful not to open it too far. Opening the

top at an angle in excess of 30 degrees may damage the unit, or cause

the top to drop. Also, before opening the top, make sure that no one

is in the path of the top as it is opened.

About the Topsticks and Topslip

The KR-17 has two topsticks, each a different length.

You can use the different topsticks to change the amount the

top is left open.

fig.

Long top stick

Short top stick

The topsticks and topslip work together as illustrated below.

The long top stick: for inner top slip (C)

The short top stick: for outer top slip (D)

If you use the wrong top slip, the top stick could slip out of the top

slip, causing the top to fall. Make sure that the end of the top stick is

inserted securely into the top slip.

To close the top, reverse the opening procedure.

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Opening and Closing the Top (KR-15)

Raising the Music Stand

Gently raise the music stand, then secure it in place.

To collapse the stand, fold in the metal fittings while

supporting the stand with both hands and gently fold

down the stand.

Always be sure to put the music stand in the upright position before

opening and raising the piano top. Be sure to leave the music stand

in the upright position before closing the piano top.

Open the Top board

Before You Start Playing

Do not move the piano with the top in the open position. The top

stick may disengage from the socket, causing the top to fall.

To close the top, reverse the opening procedure.

Raising the Music Stand

KR-17

fig.

Start Playing

Before You

Children must not be permitted to open or close the top on their

own—adult supervision is required.

Lift the right front (the upper note side: A in the figure)

of the board with both hands, fold it up.

fig.

While holding up the top with one hand, lift up the top

stick and insert its end into the appropriate top slip.

fig.

Open the front top.

Hold the music stand with both hands, then raise it

forward.

Place the music stand prop, at the rear of the music

stand, into a slot.

KR-15

fig.

(1)

(2)

Gently raise the music stand, then secure it in place as

shown in the figure.

To collapse the stand, fold in the metal fittings while

supporting the stand with both hands and gently fold

down the stand.

When opening the top, be careful not to open it too far. Opening the

top at an angle in excess of 20 degrees may damage the unit, or cause

the top to drop. Also, before opening the top, make sure that no one

is in the path of the top as it is opened.

■

Using the Music Holders

You can use the holders to hold pages in place.

When not using the holders, leave them folded down.

fig.mu_stand4

(KR-15)

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Before You Start Playing

Before You

Start Playing

Opening and Closing the Lid

When opening the lid, use both hands to gently lift the

lid and slide it inward.

When closing the lid, be sure to use both hands to

grasp the lid, slowly pulling it down towards you, and

gently lower it until it stops (fully closed).

When opening and closing the lid, be careful not to let your fingers

get caught. Small children should use it only under the supervision

of an adult.

Connecting the Power Cord

Screw

→

Screw

Cord Cramp

KR-17

When moving the piano, for safety’s sake be sure to close the lid first.

NOTE

Make sure you don’t have anything (such as sheet music) on the

keyboard when you close the lid.

KR-17

fig.

Connect the supplied power cord to the AC inlet jack.

Connect the pedal cord to the Pedal jack.

Cramp the power cord and pedal cord with Cord

Cramp and screw at A and B (see the picture

above).

Cramp the power cord and pedal cord with Cord

Cramp and screw at C, D and E (see the picture

above).

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

KR-15

Although the KR-17’s cover is designed to close slowly when you let

go of it, it will close immediately if it has been opened only slightly.

Take care not to catch or pinch your fingers in the cover.

KR-15

fig.

Connect the supplied power cord to the AC inlet jack.

Connect the pedal cord to the Pedal jack.

Cramp the power cord and pedal cord with Cord

Cramp and screw at A (see the picture above).

Cramp the power cord and pedal cord with Cord

Cramp and screw at B, C and D (see the picture

above).

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

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Before You Start Playing

Start Playing

Before You

Connect the Pedal Cable

Insert the pedal cable into the Pedal connector on the

rear panel of the KR.

fig.00-01

Turning the Power On and Off

NOTE

Turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By

turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction

and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

To turn the power on, turn the [Volume] knob all the

way down, and then press the [Power] switch.

The power will turn on, and the Power indicator at the

left front of the KR will light.

After a few seconds, you will be able to play the

keyboard to produce sound.

Use the [Volume] knob to adjust the volume.

NOTE

This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few

seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate

normally.

fig.00-06.e

About the Pedals

The pedals have the following functions, and are used

mainly for piano performance.

fig.00-08.e

Soft Pedal

Sostenuto Pedal

Damper pedal (right pedal)

While this pedal is pressed, notes will be sustained even after

you take your fingers off the keys.

On an acoustic piano, holding down the damper pedal will

allow the remaining strings to resonate in sympathy with the

sounds that you played from the keyboard, adding a rich

resonance.

The KR simulates this sympathetic resonance.

You can change the amount of resonance applied with the damper

pedal. Please refer to “Adjusting Resonance (Resonance)” (p. 152).

Sostenuto pedal (center pedal)

This pedal sustains only the sounds of the keys that were

already played when you pressed the pedal.

Soft pedal (left pedal)

When you hold down this pedal and play the keyboard, the

sound will have a softer tone.

Damper Pedal

Powe r

Power Indicator

To turn the power off, turn the [Volume] knob all the

way to the left, and press the [Power] switch.

The Power indicator at the left front of the KR will go

dark, and the power will be turned off.

* If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the

POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power

outlet. Refer to “Power Supply” (p. 6).

You can assign functions to the pedal. Refer to “Assigning Functions

to the Pedal and Performance Pads (Pedal Functions/User

Functions)” (p. 157).

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Before You Start Playing

Before You

Start Playing

Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance

Turn the [Volume] knob to adjust the overall volume.

Turn the [Brilliance] knob to adjust the brightness of

the sound.

fig.00-07.e

Min Max

The mark at the top of the Volume knob indicates the volume level

typically produced by an acoustic piano. This is usually the most

appropriate volume for your piano performances.

Devices Equipped with CD Drives

If your device is equipped with a CD drive, you can use the

remote control to change the volume.

Mellow

Bright

NOTE

Use Stereo headphones.

Some Notes on Using Headphones

• To prevent damage to the cord, handle the headphones

only by the headset or the plug.

• Connecting the headphones when the volume of

connected equipment is turned up may result in damage

to the headphones. Lower the volume on the KR before

plugging in the headphones.

• Listening at excessively high volume levels will not only

damage the headphones, but may also cause hearing

loss. Use the headphones at a moderate volume level.

Connecting a Microphone

You can connect a microphone into the Mic In jack, and enjoy

karaoke with the KR.

fig.00-10

* Turning up the [Volume] knob will not increase the volume if

the remote control for the CD drive-equipped device is set to 0.

If the volume level for either unit is set to 0 (minimum), no

sounds will be played even when the volume setting on the

other unit is increased.

Connecting Headphones

The KR has two jacks for plugging in headphones. This

allows two people to listen through headphones

simultaneously, making it very useful for lessons and

performing piano pieces for four hands. Additionally, this

allows you to play without bothering others around you,

even at night.

Plug the headphones into the Phones jack located at the

bottom left of the piano.

Connecting headphones will automatically mute the

sound from the internal speakers.

The headphone volume is adjusted by the [Volume]

knob of the KR.

fig.00-04.e

Connect a microphone (sold separately) to the Mic In

jack on the lower-right area of the instrument.

Rotate the [Mic Volume] knob in front of the Mic In

jack to adjust the volume level for the microphone.

Adjust the mic echo (p. 44).

Some Notes on Using a Microphone

• Be careful of high volume levels when using mikes late

at night or early in the morning.

• When connecting a microphone to the KR, be sure to

lower the volume. If the volume control is too high when

the microphone is plugged in, noise may be produced by

the speakers.

• Howling could be produced depending on the location

of microphones relative to speakers. This can be

remedied by:

- Changing the orientation of the microphone.

- Relocating microphone at a greater distance from

speakers.

- Lowering volume levels.

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Connecting an External

Before You Start Playing

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Making the Connections

Start Playing

Before You

Display

You can connect a computer monitor or other such external

display to the instrument, and display scores and lyrics on

the larger screen, and display whatever images as you like.

For more about the external display settings, refer to

“Changing the Settings for Showing Images with the

External Display (External Display)” (p. 163). For more on

displaying images, refer to “Selecting Images To Be Shown

on the KR and External Displays (User Image Display)” (p.

163)

If your instrument came with a CD drive, you can use the remote

control to switch screens.

Displays That Can Be Connected to This Instrument

In general, a great many of the VGA monitors and multiscan

monitors that are available on the market are compatible

with this instrument. However, before you connect any

monitor, make sure it meets the following specifications:

• Resolution 640 x 480 pixels

• Horizontal scan frequency 31.5 kHz

• Vertical scan frequency 60 Hz

• Connector 3-row, 15-pin D-Sub type

• Signal Analog

NOTE

Confirm that the display to be used is compatible with the

frequencies mentioned above. Using a display that is not compatible

with the above frequencies may result in incorrect image output

when images move, and in certain cases may even damage the

display.

NOTE

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices,

always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices

before making any connections.

D-sub 15 pin

(Mini)

KR Bottom

Ext Display Connector

Turn off the power to the KR and the display to be

connected.

Use display cable (sold separately) to connect the

display to the Ext Display connector on the KR.

Switch on the KR.

Switch on the connected display.

For more on handling the external display, refer to your display’s

owner’s manual.

Display Cable

(Sold separately)

D-sub 15 pin

(Mini)

External Display

Turning the Power Off

After use, turn off the power using the following procedure.

Turn the volume all the way down on the KR.

Turn off the KR.

Turn off the connected display.

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Before You Start Playing

Before You

Start Playing

About the Touch Screen

Main Screens

The KR makes use of a touch screen.

This lets you carry out a wide variety of actions just by

touching the screen lightly.

NOTE

The touch screen is operated by touching it lightly with your finger.

Pressing hard, or using a hard object can damage the touch screen.

Be careful not to press too hard, and be sure to use only your fingers

to operate the touch screen.

NOTE

The positioning of the touch screen may become displaced due to

changes in the surrounding environment and over time. If this

happens, follow the steps in “Calibrating the Touch Screen (Touch

Screen)” (p. 165) to correct the pointer position.

NOTE

Do not place items on the touch screen.

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Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen

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Piano Screen

Immediately after the power is turned on, the Piano screen

like the one below is displayed. For details, refer to p. 26.

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Basic Screen

The following screen is called Basic screen.

Song name or

Tempo

Music Style name

Beat Measure

The Tone names are selected appear.

To adjust the contrast of the screen, turn the Contrast

knob located at the right side of the screen.

These information are displayed, when you use the automatic accompaniment.

You can usually display this screen by touching <Exit>

several times.

Follow either of the procedures described below to display it.

• Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

The Basic screen appears and the settings are made for

automatic accompaniment.

• Press the One Touch Program [Piano] button, then press

one of the Tone buttons, then touch <Exit>.

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Using the Main Icons

You can many other screens besides the Basic screen to do

things. The on-screen graphics that appear three dimensional

work like buttons. These are called “Icons.”

The main icons you can use on these screens are as follows.

Some screens consist on two or more pages. You can display the next page or the previous page of the screen by touching these icons.

Touch this to cancel the currently editing setting or exit the screen that is currently displayed. You can usually display the Basic screen by touching <Exit> several times.

When you select an internal song or music files that includes the lyrics data, this icon appears in the Piano screen or Basic screen. Touch this to display the lyrics.

Before You Start Playing

Start Playing

Before You

NOTE

The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict

what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that

your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system

(e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the display

may not always match what appears in the manual.

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Chapter 1 Performance

Playing the Keyboard Like a Piano (One-Touch Piano)

You can create the optimal settings for a piano performance with the press of a single

button.

fig.panel1-1

Chapter 1

Press the One Touch Program [Piano] button.

A “Piano screen” like the one shown below will appear.

fig.d-piano.eps_60

When you press the One Touch Program [Piano] button, the KR will switch to the

following settings, regardless of the current panel settings.

• If the keyboard has been split into upper and lower sections (p. 31), the

keyboard returns to a single section.

• The pedals return to their usual functions (p. 21).

• The Grand Piano sound is automatically selected.

• The effect is automatically set to “Sympathetic Resonance” (p. 42).

Changing the Piano Sound

Touch the piano lid on the screen, and listen to the tone change as you slide your

Since this instrument faithfully

reproduces real acoustic piano

action and response, keys

played in the top one-and-one-

half-octave range continue to

resonate, regardless of the

damper pedal action, and the

tone in this range is audibly

different. The Key Transpose

setting (p. 103) can also be

used to change the range that

is unaffected by the damper

pedal.

You can change the piano

performance settings by

touching <Functions> on the

screen. For more information,

take a look at “Changing the

Settings for One-Touch Piano”

(p. 152).

finger or touch

This simulates the actual changes in sound that occur when the lid of a grand piano

is set at different heights.

to open and close the lid.

When you select an internal

song or music file that includes

the lyrics data, < >

appears in the Piano screen or

Basic screen. Touch this to

display the lyrics.

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Performing with a Variety of Tones (Tone Buttons)

Chapter 1 Performance

The KR comes with a many built-in instrument sounds and effects. This lets you

enjoy perform in a wide range of musical styles.

The built-in sounds are called “Tones.” The sounds are organized into six tone

groups, which are assigned to the [Tone] buttons.

fig.panel1-2

Press any one of the Tone buttons to select a tone group.

You’ll see that button’s indicator light up.

The screen displays the tone names included in the tone group you’ve selected.

fig.d-tonesel.eps_60

For more about the names of

Tones, take a look at the “Tone

List” (p. 184).

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This screen is called the “Tone selection screen.”

You can touch <Audition> for an audio demonstration of a particular tone.

Touch to switch the screen and display the next selection.

You can touch <Effects> to add effect sounds to a variety of tones (p. 42).

You can touch <Search> to find tones according to the search criteria you specify

(p. 29).

Touch a tone name to select the tone.

You’ll hear the tone you’ve selected when you play the keyboard.

You can use the [-] [+] buttons and the dial to automatically switch pages and select

tones.

Touch <Exit>.

This returns you to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

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Chapter 1 Performance

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Playing Percussion Instruments or Sound Effects

You can use the keyboard to play percussion sounds or effects like sirens and animal

sounds.

fig.panel1-2

Chapter 1

Press the [Select Various Tones] button and watch the indicator light up.

Touch <Drums> or <SFX>.

fig.d-drum.eps_60

Each note of the keyboard will play a different sound.

You can also have play sounds by touching the screen.

Touch <Exit> several times.

This returns you to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

The combination of sounds

assigned to the keyboard

varies according to the drum

set. Take a look at the “Drum

Set List” (p. 186) and “SFX Set

List” (p. 190).

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Using Keywords to Search for Tones (Tone Search)

You can search for tones that match the conditions you set for instrument or musical

style. You can also search the tones using the first character of the tone name.

Chapter 1 Performance

Press any Tone button.

The tone selection screen appears.

Touch <Search>.

The following “Tone search screen” appears.

fig.d-tonesrch1.eps_60

Condition Search screen Name Search screen

Touch here to switch these screens.

Searching by Conditions

Touch <Category> or <Genre>, then use the [-] [+] buttons and the dial to

select the search conditions.

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In condition search, tones

satisfying all of the selected

search criteria are sought.

Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch the tone name to select the tone.

Touch <Exit> to return to the tone search screen.

Searching by Tone Name

Touch <By Name>.

Touch <By Key> to go to the condition search screen.

Decide which character is to be used for the search.

The selected character appears in the middle of the screen.

Enter the character you’re searching for. For example, touching <ABC> in succession

cycles you through the available choices in that character group (“A”→”B”→”C”...).

Touching <A-0> selects the type of character. Each time you touch <A-0>, the

character switches between alphabets and numerals.

Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch the tone name to select the Tone.

Touch <Exit> several times to return to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

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Chapter 1 Performance

Performing with Two Sounds Layered Together (Layer)

Two tones sounding together when you press a single key is referred to as a “layer

performance.”

For instance, it’s possible to play the Tones for both Piano and Strings simultaneously.

Chapter 1

fig.layer.e

Grand Piano 1

Strings

Touch <Layer> at the bottom of the Basic screen.

fig.d-layer.eps_60

The tone that was sounding before you switched to layer performance, plus the tone

indicated in the lower part of the display, are now played together.

Here, the tone appearing in the upper part of the display is called the “right-hand

tone,” and the tone appearing in the lower part of the display is called the “layer

tone.”

Changing the tones

Touch the name of the tone to be changed.

The tone name will be highlighted in orange.

Press a Tone button to select the new tone (p. 27).

When you have selected the tone, touch <Exit>.

The display returns to the Basic screen.

Cancelling the Layer

Touch <Layer>.

The <Layer> icon returns to the original color, and the layer performance is

cancelled.

When you select an internal

song or music file that includes

the lyrics data, < >

appears in the Basic screen.

Touch this to display the lyrics.

When you touch Octave

<-><+> on the tone selection

screen, the pitch of the

keyboard’s sound is changed

in octave units. To learn more,

see “Shifting the Keyboard

Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave

Shift)” (p. 32).

You can vary the volume-level

alance of the two tones. For

instructions, see “Adjusting

the Volume Balance for Each

Performance Part (Part

Balance)” (p. 75).

Now when you play the keys, only the tone indicated on the screen is sounded.

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Playing Different Tones with the Left

and Right Hands (Split)

Chapter 1 Performance

Dividing the keyboard into right-hand and left-hand areas, then playing different

sounds in each section is called “split performance.” The boundary key is called the

“split point.”

The split point key is included in the left-hand keyboard area. Each time power to

the keyboard is turned on, the split point is reset to “F#3.”

fig.split.e

Split Point

Grand Piano 1Acoustic Bass

At the Basic screen, touch <Split>.

fig.d-split.eps_60

Chapter 1

You can change the split point;

refer to “Changing the

Keyboard’s Split Point (Split

Point)” (p. 156).

When you select an internal

song or music file that includes

the lyrics data, < >

appears in the Basic screen.

Touch this to display the lyrics.

The tone sounding prior to the split performance is played in the right-hand section

of the keyboard, and the tone indicated at the left of the screen is played in the left-

hand section of the keyboard.

Here, the tone appearing at the right part of the display is called the “right-hand

tone,” and the tone appearing at the left part of the display is called the “left-hand

tone.”

Changing the Tones

Touch the name of the tone to be changed.

The tone name will be highlighted in orange.

Press a Tone button to select the tone (p. 27).

When you have selected the tone, touch <Exit>.

The display returns to the Basic screen.

Cancelling the Split

Touch <Split>.

The <Split> icon returns to the original color, and the split performance is cancelled.

When you play the keys, only the tone indicated on the screen is sounded.

When you touch Octave

<-><+> in the tone selection

screen, the pitch of the

keyboard’s sound is changed

in octave units. To learn more,

see “Shifting the Keyboard

Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave

Shift)” (p. 32).

You can change the volume

alance between the left- and

right-hand parts of the

keyboard; refer to “Adjusting

the Volume Balance for Each

Performance Part (Part

Balance)” (p. 75).

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Chapter 1 Performance

Turning On Layer and Split Performance Simultaneously

Turning on both layer performance and split performance allows you to split the

keyboard into two sections while playing two layered Tones in the right-hand part.

fig.d-layersplit.eps_60

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Shifting the Keyboard Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave Shift)

When using layer performance (p. 30) or split performance (p. 31), you can change

the pitch of the keyboard’s sound in octave units. This function is called “Octave

Shift.”

For example, when using a layer performance, you can change the pitch of each

sound and layer the sounds. You can make the pitch of the keyboard’s left-hand part

match the pitch of the right-hand part during split performance.

When the keyboard has been

divided into upper and lower

sections, the damper pedal is

applied to only the upper

section. If you want to add

lingering reverberations to the

notes of the lower section, see

“Assigning Functions to

Pedals and Performance Pads

(Pedal Setting/User

Functions)” (p. 157).

You cannot use Octave Shift

when using a single tone for

the entire keyboard or in the

right-hand Tone during layer

performances.

On the Basic screen, touch <Layer> or <Split>.

The KR switches to layer performance or split performance.

To apply Octave Shift, touch the name of the tone you’ve selected.

Press the Tone button to display the Tone selection screen.

fig.d-octshift.eps_60

Touch Octave <-> or <+> in the lower part of the screen to adjust the

pitch of the sound.

Each time you touch <+>, the pitch is raised one octave.

Each time you touch <->, the pitch is lowered one octave.

The sound can be changed from two octaves lower than the original sound (-2) to

two octaves above the original (+2).

Touch <Exit> to return to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

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Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Reverb)

Apply a reverb effect to the notes you play with the KR.

Chapter 1 Performance

Reverb makes it sound as if you are playing in a concert hall.

fig.panel1-3

Press the [Reverb] button and watch the its indicator light up.

A “Reverb screen” like the one shown below appears.

fig.d-reverb.eps_60

Chapter 1

Connecting an external

speaker to the Aux jack

provides an effect in which the

listener seems to be enveloped

y sound (p. 35).

Touch an icon to select the performance space.

;

Display

Ground

Room

Lounge

Studio

Gymnasium

Hall

Dome

Cave

GS Room 1

GS Room 2

GS Room 3

GS Hall 1

GS Hall 2

GS Plate

GS Delay

GS Pan Delay

Wide open space with no reverberations.

Small room

Larger room

A recording studio

In a gymnasium

Large concert hall reverberation

A domed ballpark

Adds the extended reverberations found inside a cave

Reproduces an indoor-type reverb. Provides a clear, expansive reverberation.

Reproduces the reverberation found in a hall. Gives reverberation with a greater sense of depth than GS Room.

Reproduces a plate echo (reverberation created using the vibrations of a metal plate).

A delayed sound that is added to the original, similar to the reflected sounds of mountain echoes.

The reflected sounds are panned (shifted) laterally.

Explanation

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Chapter 1 Performance

Touch the slider beneath the icons to adjust the effect selected.

Touch and slide the knob on the screen to the right for a deeper reverb, and to the

left for less.

You can also move the slider with the [-] [+] buttons and the dial.

Pressing the [-] [+] buttons simultaneously returns the slider to the initial value.

When you touch <Exit>, the reverb effect is activated, and you return to the previous

Chapter 1

screen.

Cancelling the Effect

Press the [Reverb] button, and watch the indicator light go out.

The reverb effect is eliminated.

No effect is applied when the

slider is moved all the way to

the left. In this case, the

utton’s indicator won’t light

up when you press the

[Reverb] button.

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Adding a Surround Sound to the

Chapter 1 Performance

Accompaniment and Reverb (Surround)

You can connect an amp or external speaker to the Aux jack and play accompaniment and reverb sounds through it. By using an external speaker this way, it will seem that you are surrounded by the accompaniment or reverb. This is called the “surround effect.”

fig.panel1-4

Giving More Breadth to the Accompaniment Sound

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Connect amp or external speaker to the Aux jack.

Press the [Surround] button and watch the indicator light up.

Touch <Surround Accomp>.

The “Surround Accomp Screen” appears.

Touch to switch the screen.

NOTE

You cannot use both

“Surround Reverb” and

“Advanced 3D”

simultaneously with

“Surround Accomp.”

When using the Surround

function, sounds are output

from the external speaker even

when headphones are

connected.

When using headphones,

touch <Advanced 3D> to have

the Advanced 3D effect

applied.

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ON OFF

Touch a part’s icon to switch the surround on and off.

The sounds of parts set to ON are played from the external speaker and the KR’s internal speaker. Parts set to OFF are played only from the KR’s speaker.

When you touch <Exit>, the Surround effect is activated, and you return to the previous screen.

Cancelling the Effect

Press the [Surround] button and watch the light go out.

The Surround effect is eliminated, and the effect is no longer applied to any of the parts.

NOTE

You cannot use the Surround

function when Aux Out is set

to “Concert Mode” (p. 177).

For more on the speaker

settings when the Surround

function is used, refer to

“Setup Examples With Aux Set

to Surround” (p. 177).

You can adjust the volume of

the external and built-in

speakers (p. 37).

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Changing the Amount of Surround Accomp

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Press the [Surround] button and watch the indicator light up.

Touch <Surround Accomp> to display the Surround Accomp screen.

Touch <Options>.

Touch the “External” and “Internal” sliders to adjust the volume levels

of the external speaker and the KR’s speaker.

The Surround Accomp (Accompaniment) volume is adjusted.

When you touch <Exit>, you return to the Surround screen.

Selecting the tone to which the effect is applied

With “Keyboard” in Surround set to On, you can select the parts to which the

surround effect is to be applied.

Press the [Surround] button and watch the indicator light up.

Touch <Surround Accomp> to display the Surround Accomp screen.

On the Surround Accomp Screen, touch <Option>.

You can use the Memory

Backup function to store these

settings to the KR (p. 164).

Touch to switch the screen.

fig.d-adv3dopt.eps_60

Touch <All Parts> or <Layer Part>.

Display

All Parts

Layer Part

The effect is applied to all tones played with the keyboard (the lefthand tone, right-hand tone, and layer tone).

The effect is applied only to the layer part. When not using a layer performance (p. 30), the Surround effect is not applied to the keyboard performance, even if <Keyboard> on the Surround Accomp Screen is set to On.

Explanation

When you touch <Exit>, you return to the Surround Accomp Screen.

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Broadening the Reverb Sound

Chapter 1 Performance

NOTE

Connect amp or external speaker to the Aux jack.

Press the [Surround] button and watch the indicator light up (p. 35).

Touch <Surround Reverb>.

The following “Surround Reverb screen” appears.

The reverb sounds from the external speaker and the KR’s internal speaker.

When you touch <Exit>, the Surround effect is activated, and you return to the

previous screen.

You cannot use both

“Surround Accomp” and

“Advanced 3D”

simultaneously with

“Surround Reverb.” When

“Surround Accomp” is on, the

reverb sound is broadened as

well.

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Cancelling the Effect

Press the [Surround] button and watch the light go out.

The Surround effect is eliminated, and the effect is no longer applied to any of the

parts.

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Changing the Amount of Surround Reverb

Press the [Surround] button and watch the indicator light up.

Touch <Surround Reverb> to display the Surround Reverb screen.

Touch <Options>.

Touch the “External” and “Internal” sliders to adjust the volume levels

of the external speaker and the KR’s speaker.

The Surround Reverb volume is adjusted.

When you touch <Exit>, you return to the Surround screen.

You can use the Memory

Backup function to store these

settings to the KR (p. 164).

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Chapter 1 Performance

Adding Three-Dimensional Breadth to the Sounds You Play (Advanced 3D)

You can add three-dimensional breadth to the sounds you play with automatic

accompaniment (p. 58), or to internal songs or music files. With this effect, called

“Advanced 3D,” you seem to be surrounded by the sound of the performance.

Chapter 1

fig.panel1-4

Press the [Surround] button and watch the indicator light up.

Touch <Advanced 3D>.

The following “Advanced 3D screen” appears.

fig.d-adv3d.eps_60

NOTE

You cannot use both

“Surround Accomp” and

“Surround Reverb”

simultaneously with

“Advanced 3D.”

Touch the icon to switch the effect on or off for each individual part.

Three-dimensional breadth is added to the performance part you’ve selected.

When you touch <Exit>, the Advanced 3D effect is activated, and you return to the

previous screen.

Cancelling the Effect

Press the [Surround] button and watch the indicator goes out.

The Advanced 3D effect is eliminated, and the effect is no longer applied to any of

the parts.

OFF

If all of the parts are switched

off, the [Surround] button’s

indicator won’t light up when

you press the button.

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Selecting the tone to which the effect is applied

With “Keyboard” in Advanced 3D set to On, you can select the parts to which the 3D

effect is to be applied when the keyboard is played.

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Press the [Surround] button and watch the indicator light up.

Touch <Advanced 3D>.

On the Advanced 3D screen, touch <Option>.

fig.d-adv3dopt.eps_60

Touch <All Parts> or <Layer Part>.

Display

All Parts

Layer Part

The effect is applied to all tones played with the keyboard (the lefthand tone, right-hand tone, and layer tone).

The effect is applied only to the layer part. When not using a layer performance (p. 30), the Advanced 3D effect is not applied to the keyboard performance, even if <Keyboard> on the Advance 3D screen is set to On.

Explanation

Chapter 1

When you touch <Exit>, you return to the Advanced 3D screen.

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Chapter 1 Performance

Adjusting the Sound to Achieve the Preferred Tone Quality (Equalizer)

The KR features a built-in, five-band digital equalizer.

An equalizer boosts or cuts specific sound pitches (frequency ranges) to adjust the

sound balance for the overall performance. For example, you can boost the highs to

Chapter 1

get a crisper sound, or boost the low end for a more powerful sound.

You can also adjust the sound to compensate for the acoustical characteristics of the

performance space.

If raising the slider for each frequency ends up distorting the sound, you can correct

the distortion with the Master Level slider.

Press the [Equalizer] button.

The “Equalizer screen” appears.

fig.d-eq.eps_60

NOTE

Raising the overall volume

with the Master Level slider

and the [Volume] knob when

the frequency sliders are

already at high levels not only

may distort the sound and

cause ear pain, it can also place

unreasonable strain on the

uilt-in speakers and internal

circuitry. Use the KR at a

moderate volume level.

Touch the Type icon to make your selection.

Display

Piano

Power

Mild

Clear

Bright

Flat

User

Touch the slider to make adjustment.

Displayed

Low

–

The optimal settings for piano performance are selected.

Boosts both the low- and high-frequency ranges.

Lows and highs are restrained for a pleasant-sounding tone.

This setting slightly boosts the midrange for a simple pop feeling.

This setting boosts the high frequencies for a brilliant, sparkling sound.

All slider values are set to “0.”

Store your own preferred settings (p. 41).

Settings

Value

Low-frequency range. This is the range of

-60–0–+60

frequencies for instruments like drums, bass, organ, guitar and strings.

Mid-low-frequency range. This is the range of frequencies for lower brass and woodwind instruments.

When <Flat> is selected (when

all sliders are at “0”), then even

when [Equalizer] is pressed,

the indicator does not light up.

Explanation

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Displayed

Mid

–

High

Master Level

You can also move the slider with the [-] [+] buttons and the dial.

Pressing the [-] [+] buttons simultaneously returns the slider to “0.”

When you touch <Exit>, the equalization is placed in effect, and you return to the

previous screen.

Cancelling the effect

Press the [Equalizer] button and watch the indicator light go out.

The equalizer effect is cancelled.

Settings

Value

-60–0–+60

Explanation

Midrange. This is the range of frequencies where most instrument sounds are concentrated.

Mid-high-frequency range. The ear is most sensitive to this frequency range.

High-frequency range. These frequencies add brilliance to the sound.

You can temper the distortion in the sound by lowering the level. Raising the level too much may cause the sound to become distorted.

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Storing the settings

You can store adjusted equalizer settings to <User>.

Even after editing the settings, you can touch <User> to call up your preferred

settings.

Press the [Equalizer] button and watch the indicator light up.

The Equalizer screen appears.

Adjust the equalizer.

Touch <Write>.

The settings are stored.

Even after editing the settings, you can touch <User> to select the stored settings.

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Applying Effects to the Sound (Effects)

Chapter 1

Applying effects to the sound

You can apply a wide range of different effects to the notes you play on the

keyboard.

First, press the Tone button to select a Tone (p. 27).

The “Tone selection screen” appears.

Then, touch <Effects>.

The “Effect screen” appears.

fig.d-effects.eps_60

For more on the effect types,

refer to the “Effects List” (p.

191).

NOTE

Selecting a different effect for

the left-hand Tone than the

one applied to the right-hand

Tone and Layer Tone may not

result in the effect you want.

Select the same effect as that

used for the right-hand Tone.

NOTE

Touch <ON>.

The effect selected with <Type> will be applied.

Setting the Effect

Touch <Type> to select the type of effect.

Touch <Depth> to adjust the amount of effect applied.

The amount increases as the value is raised.

You can also move the slider with the [-] [+] buttons and the dial.

Pressing the [-] [+] buttons simultaneously returns the slider to the initial value.

Touch <Exit> to return to the Tone selection screen.

Cancelling the Effect

On the Effects screen, touch <Off>.

About the Effect Settings

When the effects is set to ON, the appropriate effect is applied for the currently

selected sound. You can also apply different effect types to each tone (except GS

tones and tones with the “ ” logo). Although turning off the power returns effects

to their initial settings, carrying out Memory Backup (p. 165) allows you to save and

store the settings even after the power is turned off.

When you select an effect type

that starts with “GS,” that type

of effect is also applied for the

chorus effect for the song or

Music Style (p. 58) selected at

that time.

All [Voice] button tones with a

“GS” or “ ” logo appearing

after the tone name have the

same effect applied to them. If

the effect for one of the tones

with the “GS” or “ ” logo is

changed, then the effects for

the other tones with the “GS”

or “ ” logo are also changed

automatically.

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Adding Effects to Mic Vocals (Vocal Effect)

Chapter 1 Performance

With a microphone connected, you can add effects to the microphone vocals.

Adding effects to the vocals is referred to as “Vocal Effect.”

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How to select Vocal Effect

fig.panel1-5

Press the [Vocal Effect] button.

The “Vocal Effects screen” appears.

Models Featuring Moving Key Models Without Moving Key

fig.d-vocalsfx.eps_60

For details on connecting a

microphone, refer to

“Connecting a Microphone”

(p. 22).

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Touch any one of the icons.

Icon

Echo

Transformer

Harmonist

Vocal Count In

Vocal Keyboard

Music Files

When you touch <Exit>, the effect is applied and you return to the

previous screen.

Adjusts the microphone echo.

Alters the microphone vocals.

Adds harmonies to the original voice.

Allows you to start songs and Automatic Accompaniment using your own tempo.

Allows you to produce sounds conforming to the vocal scale.

You can play a specific part as harmony while playing back a song.

Explanation Page

p. 44

p. 45

p. 47

p. 48

p. 49

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Cancelling the Vocal Effect

Press the [Vocal Effect] button and watch the indicator light go out.

The Vocal Effect function is cancelled.

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Adjusting the Echo (Echo)

Chapter 1

Touch <Echo> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 43).

fig.d-vo-echo.eps_60

Touch the bar graph to adjust the amount of echo applied to the vocal.

Touch the Echo Type <1> or <2> to change the echo type.

Displayed

Adds basic reverberations.

Adds reverberations for a karaoke-type echo.

Explanation

Touch <Exit> to return to the Vocal Effects screen.

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Altering Vocals (Transformer)

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You can modify the way your voice sounds through the microphone. This is called

the “Voice Transformer” function.

Touch <Transformer> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 43).

fig.d-vo-trans.eps_60

Touch any one of the icons.

Here’s what the different icons do.

Display

Kids

Bear

Robot

Duck

Alien

Computer

Female

Male

Transforms the input into the sound of a child’s voice.

Transforms the input sound into the voice of a large animal.

Transforms the input into the sound of a robot’s voice.

Transforms the input into a duck’s quacking sound.

Transforms the input into an alien voice.

Transforms the input into a voice like that from a computer.

Transforms male voices into female voices.

Transforms female voices into male voices.

Explanation

When you use the Voice

Transformer function, the

resonance setting for the piano

(see p. 152) may sometimes be

reset.

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Sing through the microphone.

Your voice is transformed according to the item you selected.

Cancelling the Effect

Once again, touch the icon you selected in Step 2.

The Voice Transformer effect is eliminated.

Touch <Exit> to return to the Vocal Effects screen.

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Adding Harmonies (Harmonist)—Models Equipped With Moving Key

Chapter 1

You can sing with a harmony accompaniment, even when you’re playing solo. This

is called the “Harmonist” function.

Touch <Harmonist> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 43).

Touch to switch the screen.

fig.d-vo-harmo.eps_60

Touch any one of the icons.

Here’s what the different icons do.

Display

My Voice

Duo1

Duo2

Variety

Trio

Chord

Unison

Oct-Up

Oct-Down

5th Up

3rd Up

4th Down

The melody played on the keyboard is played as the harmony. The harmony is added to your voice regardless of the pitch.

The added harmony matches the chords specified on the keyboard. Adding harmony to a single voice gives the effect of two people singing together.

The melody played on the keyboard is played as the harmony. The harmony added is matched to the pitch; for example, higher pitches are used for female voices, lower pitches for male voices.

The added harmony matches the chords specified on the keyboard. This adds a two-voice harmony that makes it seem that a trio is singing.

The added harmony matches the chords specified on the keyboard. You can change the way harmonies are added with the Melody Intelligence type (p. 72).

Sounds like two people singing the same melody.

Adds another voice one octave higher than the original.

Adds another voice one octave lower than the original.

Adds harmony a fifth above the original.

Adds harmony a third above the original.

Adds harmony a major fourth below the original.

Explanation

When you use the Harmonist

function, the resonance setting

for the piano (see p. 152) may

sometimes be reset. And the

effects applied to the keyboard

(p. 42) may be canceled.

NOTE

With some Harmonist types,

you may not be able to play

harmony with some of the

vocals on the enclosed CD.

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Cancelling the Effect

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Touch the Harmonist type you selected in Step 2 again.

The Harmonist function is cancelled.

Touch <Exit> to go back to the Vocal Effects screen.

Adding Harmonies (Harmonist)—Models Without Moving Key

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You can sing with a harmony accompaniment even when you’re playing solo. This

is called the “Harmonist” function.

Touch <Harmonist> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 43).

fig.d-vo-harmo.eps_60

When you use the Harmonist

function, the resonance setting

for the piano (see p. 152) may

sometimes be reset, and the

effects applied to the keyboard

(p. 42) may be canceled.

Chapter 1

Touch any one of the icons.

Here’s what the different icons do.

Display Explanation

Duet

Oct-Up

Oct-Down

Keyboard

5th Up

3rd Up

4th Down

Chords

Sounds like two people singing the same melody.

Adds another voice one octave higher than the original.

Adds another voice one octave lower than the original.

The melody being played on the keyboard becomes the harmony.

Adds harmony a fifth above the original.

Adds harmony a third above the original.

Adds harmony a major fourth below the original.

Adds harmonies matching the chords designated with the keys. You can change the way harmonies are added with the Melody Intelligence type (p. 72).

Cancelling the Effect

Touch the Harmonist type you selected in Step 2 again.

The Harmonist function is cancelled.

Touch <Exit> to go back to the Vocal Effects screen.

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Enabling the start of songs and automatic accompaniment with the sound of your voice (Vocal Count-In)

You can start songs and the Automatic Accompaniment by counting into the

microphone.

Touch <Vocal Count In> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 43).

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fig.d-vo-coin.eps_60

Touch <Arranger> or <Song>.

Display

Arranger

Song

Count to four (“One, two, three, four”) into the mic.

Count out the number of beats per measure in the time signature of the selected song

or Music Style.

For example, if you select a time signature of 4/4, then count to four; count to three

when 3/4 time is selected.

The tempo is automatically set according to the interval between the counts as you

speak into the microphone, and the song or Arranger begins.

Touch <Exit> to return to the Vocal Effects screen.

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Playing instrument sounds at vocal pitches (Vocal Keyboard)

You can have melodies sung into the microphone played with the KR’s internal

Tones.

Touch <Vocal Keyboard> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 43).

fig.d-vo-key.eps_60

Automatic Accompaniment starts at the tempo used for the count.

The song starts at the tempo used for the count.

Explanation

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If the <OFF> icon is selected, touch the <ON> icon.

Touch any of the icons to select a Tone.

You can also select the Tone by pressing the Tone button.

When you sing into the microphone, the sung pitches are played using the selected

Tone.

Cancelling the effect

Touch <OFF>.

The Vocal Keyboard function is cancelled.

Touch <Exit> to go back to the Vocal Effects screen.

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Adding harmonies to a specified part (Music Files) —Models Equipped With Moving Key

When you sing while playing back a specified part from song data, harmony is

added based on pitches of the specified part.

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When you play the keys while

using Vocal Keyboard, the

tone selected for Vocal

Keyboard is played.

The harmony data on Part 5 is

contained on the included CD.

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Select the song to which you want to add harmony.

If selecting a song on a floppy disk, insert the floppy disk in the disk drive. For more

on how to select songs, refer to “Playing a Song” (p. 77).

Touch <Music Files> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 43).

fig.d-vo-music.eps_60

Touch the icon for the part to which you want to add harmony.

When you sing into the microphone, harmony is added using the pitches of the

specified part.

Touch <Variety>.

When <Variety> is ON, the melody played on the keyboard is played as the

harmony. The harmony added is matched to the pitch.

Cancelling the effect

Touch the icon you selected in Step 3 again.

The Music Files function is cancelled.

Touch <Exit> to go back to the Vocal Effects screen.

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Adding harmonies to a specified part (Music Files) —Models Without Moving Key

When you sing while playing back a specified part from song data, harmony is

added based on pitches of the specified part.

Select the song to which you want to add harmony.

Chapter 1

Cancelling the effect

If selecting a song on a floppy disk, insert the floppy disk in the disk drive. For more

on how to select songs, refer to “Playing a Song” (p. 77).

Touch <Music Files> in Step 2 of “How to select Vocal Effect” (p. 43).

fig.d-vo-music.eps_60

Touch the icon for the part to which you want to add harmony.

When you sing into the microphone, harmony is added using the pitches of the

specified part.

Touch the icon you selected in Step 3 again.

The Music Files function is cancelled.

Touch <Exit> to go back to the Vocal Effects screen.

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Enjoying Karaoke Performances with Music Files

Chapter 1 Performance

Connect a microphone.

Adjust the volume level and the amount of echo applied.

On the KR, use the Vocal Effect function to adjust the echo (p. 44).

You can also enjoy this effect with the Voice Transformer function (p. 45) and

Harmonist function (p. 46, 47).

Select a song.

If selecting a song on a floppy disk, insert the floppy disk in the disk drive. For

instructions on how to select songs, refer to “Playing a Song” (p. 77).

Adjust the tempo as required with the Tempo [-] [+] buttons.

If necessary, change the key of the song (p. 103).

When you press the [ (Play/Stop)] button, the accompaniment starts playing.

Sing along with the accompaniment.

When you play back a Music File with lyrics, the lyrics appear on screen.

Commercial music files

designed for “karaoke” sing-

along are also available.

Consult your KR dealer when

purchasing music files. Refer

to “Music Files That the KR

Can Use” (p. 201).

On the KR, lyrics can also be

shown on an external display.

Refer to “Connecting an

External Display” (p. 23) and

“Selecting Images To Be

Shown on the KR and External

Displays (User Image

Display)” (p. 163).

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Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button to stop the accompaniment.

You can stop lyrics from being

displayed. Refer to “Hiding

the Lyrics (Lyrics)” (p. 170).

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Using the Metronome and Rhythm (Rhythm Partner)

The KR features a built-in metronome. Additionally, you can have Rhythm patterns

play, in the same manner as the metronome, just by pressing the [Rhythm] button.

The combination of the internal metronome and rhythm functions is called “Rhythm

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Partner.”

fig.panel1-6

Using the Metronome

During playback of a song, or

when performing with

automatic accompaniment, the

sound of the metronome keeps

time with the beat of the song

or accompaniment.

Press the [Metronome] button and watch the indicator light up.

You will hear the metronome.

The following “Metronome screen” appears.

fig.d-metro.eps_60

You can touch <Exit> to have the metronome continue to play while you return to

the previous screen.

Stopping the metronome

Press the [Metronome] button once more, and the indicator light goes

It is not possible to use the

metronome and rhythm (p. 56)

simultaneously.

out.

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Changing the Metronome Settings

Adjusting the tempo

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You can adjust the tempo of the metronome. The tempo of the metronome changes

automatically if you use an Automatic Accompaniment or play back a song.

Press the Tempo [-] or [+] buttons to adjust a tempo.

You can adjust the metronome tempo over a range of = 20–250.

The metronome is automatically set to =108 when the power is turned on.

Pressing the [-] and [+] buttons simultaneously returns the selected song

accompaniment to the basic tempo.

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Determining the tempo with tempo marks

You can set the tempo by choosing a tempo indicator, such as “Allegro,” indicated

on the score.

On the Metronome screen, touch the tempo indicator bar graph.

The tempo is set to match the tempo mark.

fig.d-metro.eps_60

Chapter 1

You can also use the dial to

adjust the tempo. Turn it

clockwise for a faster tempo, or

counterclockwise for a slower

tempo.

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Changing the beat of the metronome

On the Metronome screen, touch <Beat>.

The available choices for the beat appear at the bottom of the screen.

Choose the beat from among the selections by touching your choice.

You can scroll the display to one side or the other and show other choices for the beat

by touching .

When is selected,

only the upbeat will sound.

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Changing the volume

The volume of the metronome can be adjusted to ten different levels.

On the Metronome screen, touch <Volume>.

The available choices for the volume level appear at the bottom of the screen.

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Touch the volume icon you’ve selected.

When you touch , the selection moves to the side, allowing you to access

other volume levels.

Choosing sets the volume to the lowest level, and choosing sets

it to the highest level.

Choose to silence the metronome sound.

Changing the Type of Sound

You can change the sound the metronome makes.

The setting is at “normal metronome sound” when the KR is powered up.

On the Metronome screen, touch <Sound>.

The available choices for the type of sound appear at the bottom of the screen.

Touch one of the items in the group to select a metronome sound.

Displayed

Explanation Displayed Explanation

Normal metronome sound

“1, 2, 3” in Japanese “1, 2, 3” in English

Dog and cat sounds Wood block

Triangle and castanet Hand clap

Electronic metronome sound

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Changing the Animation

A metronome that moves along with the tempo is usually displayed at the center of

the Metronome screen. You can change that picture to an animated bouncing ball, or

other animation.

On the Metronome screen, touch the <Type>.

The animation type will change.

Each time you touch the icon, the animation switches between “Metronome,” “Dr.

KR,” and “Bouncing Ball.”

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Changing how the metronome beat (pattern) sounds

You can set the Metronome to play at even smaller intervals.

On the Metronome screen, touch <Pattern>.

The available choices for the metronome pattern appear at the bottom of the screen.

Choose a pattern by touching your choice.

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You can scroll the display to one side or the other and show other pattern choices by

touching .

Displayed

Explanation Displayed Explanation

Usual sound

Half-note intervals

Quarter-note intervals

Eighth-note intervals Sixteenth-note intervals

Single back beat added Triplet rhythm added

Shuffle rhythm added

Dotted half-note intervals

Dotted quarter-note intervals

Dotted eighth-note intervals

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Playing Rhythm

The KR features numerous internal rhythm patterns, which, like the metronome, can

be played and stopped with the press of a single button.

Playing rhythm patterns instead of the metronome lets you enjoy performances that

feel like live sessions.

Chapter 1

Press the [Rhythm] button and watch the indicator light up.

The Rhythm will sound.

The following “Rhythm screen” appears.

fig.d-rhythm.eps_60

You cannot have the

metronome or automatic

accompaniment play

simultaneously with the

Rhythm. When you start

playing the metronome or

automatic accompaniment

while a Rhythm is playing, the

Rhythm stops.

When you touch <Exit>, the Rhythm sound continues to play, as you return to the

previous screen.

Stopping the Rhythm

Press the [Rhythm] button once more and the indicator light goes out.

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Changing the Rhythm settings

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Changing the Rhythm

Touch a Rhythm name on the Rhythm screen.

The selected Rhythm plays.

The Rhythms available for selection will depend on the beat.

Touch to switch the screens and show other choices.

Changing the beat of Rhythm

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In the Rhythm screen, touch <Beat>.

Depending on the beat, there

may be only one Rhythm to

choose form.

For more on the Rhythm types,

refer to the “Rhythm Pattern

List” (p. 199).

The available choices for the beat appear at the bottom of the screen.

Choose the beat by touching your choice.

You can scroll the display to one side or the other and show other choices by

touching .

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Changing the volume

The rhythm volume can be adjusted to ten different levels.

On the Rhythm screen, touch <Volume>.

The available choices for volume level appear at the bottom of the screen.

Select a volume icon.

When you touch , the selection moves to the side, allowing you to access

other volume levels.

Choosing sets the volume to the lowest level, and choosing sets

it to the highest level.

Choose to silence the Rhythm sound.

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Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment

Music Styles and Automatic Accompaniment

What is Automatic Accompaniment?

What Are Music Styles?

Chapter 2

Elements of Music Styles

Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button for Automatic Accompaniment’s

optimum settings. Automatic Accompaniment is a function that provides you with

accompaniment in a variety of musical genres, just by specifying chords in the left

hand. Automatic Accompaniment lets you play with an orchestra, even when

performing alone!

Accompaniment patterns in various musical genres are called “Music Styles.”

There are many different kinds of music around the world, and each has its own

unique features. What gives jazz or classical music their unmistakable sounds are a

unique combination of elements like instrumentation, melody, and phrasing, which

interact to create the musical character.

A Music Style consists of a set of six sections called “divisions.”

Division

Intro

Original

Variation

Fill In To Original

Fill In To Variation

Ending

Played at the start of a song.

The basic accompaniment pattern.

This is a variation on the Original accompaniment pattern.

This is a one-measure phrase inserted at a point where the mood changes and the accompaniment returns to the original.

This is a one-measure phrase inserted at a point where the mood changes and the accompaniment moves ahead to the variation.

The conclusion of a song.

Explanation

For instructions on playing the

Automatic Accompaniment,

refer to “Selecting Music Styles

(Music Style Buttons)” (p. 62).

In addition, Music Styles are built from: “Rhythm,” “Bass,” “Accompaniment 1,”

“Accompaniment 2,” and “Accompaniment 3.”

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Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment

Performing Using Automatic Accompaniment (One-Touch Arranger)

Here’s how to create the settings for Automatic Accompaniment.

fig.panel2-1

Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

The Basic screen like the one shown below appears.

fig.d-arrbasic.eps_60

Chapter 2

When you select an internal

song or music file that includes

the lyrics data, < >

appears in the Piano screen or

Basic screen. Touch this to

display the lyrics.

Observe the settings:

• The keyboard is split into left- and right-hand parts, with accompaniment

chords specified for the left-hand side of the keyboard.

•A tone appropriate for the selected Music Style is chosen.

• The tempo and beat for the selected Music Style is set.

Play a chord on the lower-part of keyboard.

The accompaniment begins, starting from the intro.

Play chords with the left hand, and the melody with the right.

When you change chords in the left hand, the accompaniment also changes.

fig.arr-split.e

Split Point ( )

The range specifyed a chord

F 3

Normally, when you change a

Music Style, the tempo and

tone change to selections that

go well with the selected

Music Style. If you do not want

to change the tempo and tone,

refer to “Changing Music

Styles Without Changing the

Tone or Tempo (One Touch

Setting)” (p. 156).

For instructions on selecting

Music Styles, refer to

“Selecting Music Styles (Music

Style Buttons)” (p. 62).

For instructions on starting

and stopping the

accompaniment, refer to

“Starting and Stopping the

Accompaniment” (p. 66).

Press the [Intro/Ending] button.

After the ending plays, the accompaniment stops.

You can change the range in

which chords are played.

Please refer to “Changing the

Keyboard’s Split Point (Split

Point)” (p. 156).

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About Chords

A chord is produced when several notes are played simultaneously. Chords are

indicated by the pitch of the fundamental note of the chord (the root) and the chord

type, which is determined by the other notes of the chord.

For example, the C m chord is expressed in terms of the root note “C” and the chord

type “m” (minor). C m is made up of the three notes “C,” “E ” and “G.”

“C m” is indicated as the chord name on the Basic screen.

fig.chord.e

Chapter 2

Chord Type

Root Note

All chord roots are indicated as a letter, sometimes with or added, and

correspond to the notes shown below.

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Playing Chords with Simple Fingering (Chord Intelligence)

“Chord Intelligence” is a feature that chooses the accompaniment chords the

moment you play a key.

To play a “C” chord, for example, you normally have to play the three keys C, E, and

G. But with Chord Intelligence, you only have to press the C key to start a “C” chord

accompaniment.

fig.chord-intel.e

• How to play chords in the Chord Intelligence mode:

Major

Ex:

Play the chord root.

Seventh

C 7

Ex:

Play the root and the second key above it.

Major Seventh

C maj 7

Ex: Ex:

Play the root and the first key below it.

Minor

C m

Ex:

Minor Seventh

C m7

Ex:

Diminished

C dim

Play the root and the third key above it.

Play the root, the third key above it, and the second key below it.

Play the root and the sixth key above it.

You can cancel the Chord

Intelligence function. For more

information, see “Changing

How Chords Are Played and

Specified (Arranger Config)”

(p. 159).

For more information about

chord fingering, refer to the

“Chord List” (p. 194).

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Viewing Chord Fingerings (Chord Finder)

Whenever you are not sure how a certain chord is fingered, you can display the notes

of the chord on the screen.

On the Basic screen, touch < >.

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Touch the root of the chord you want to learn about.

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The chord fingering appears on screen.

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For example, if you wanted to see the fingering for a C# chord, you would touch

<C>, then touch <#>.

Touch <Exit> to go back to the Basic screen.

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Selecting Music Styles (Music Style Buttons)

You can select a variety of different Music Styles by pressing the Music Style buttons.

Music Styles are divided into six groups, with each assigned to one of the Music Style

buttons.

fig.panel2-2

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Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

Press one of the Music Style buttons to select the Music Style group.

Watch the indicator button light up.

For more on the Music Style

names, refer to the “Music

Style List” (p. 192, p. 193).

Six of the Music Styles included in that group are displayed on the screen.

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This screen is called the “Style Selection screen”.

You can listen to the Music Style by touching <Audition>.

Touch to switch the screen and display the next selections.

You can touch <Search> to find Styles that match the selected criteria (p. 64).

Touch a Music Style name to select the Music Style.

You can use the [-] [+] buttons and the dial to automatically switch pages and select

Styles.

Touch Preset <A>, <B>, <C>, or <D> in the lower part of the screen.

When the Music Style is selected, Preset A is selected.

When any of the Presets from <A> through <D> are selected, the Music Style tempo,

right-hand Tone, Style Orchestrator settings (p. 70) and other settings change.

By changing the tempo and

Tone, you can enjoy

performing with a different

ambience, even in the same

Music Style.

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Touch <Exit>.

The display returns to the Basic screen.

When you play a chord in the left-hand part of the keyboard, the selected Music Style

is automatic.

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Selecting Music Styles on Floppy Disks

You can play other User Styles saved to floppy disks or User memory (p. 149).

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Insert the floppy disk into the disk drive (p. 114).

Press the Music Style [User] button.

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Chapter 2

If you’re using the disk drive

for the first time, be sure to

read the important notes on

p. 6.

When you touch <User/Disk> on the lower part of the screen, the screen for

selecting user memory or disk Styles appears.

When you touch <Preset>, the screen for selecting “Trad/Kids” Music Styles

appears.

Touch .

The Music Styles saved on the floppy disk are displayed.

When you touch < >, the Music Styles stored in User memory are displayed.

Select a Music Style, and touch the Music Style name.

Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

You can now perform in the selected Music Style.

Music Styles selected from floppy disks are stored until the power is turned off. Even

after ejecting the floppy disk, by pressing the Music Style [User] button, you can

perform using the most recently selected Music Style.

You can save multiple user

Styles to user memory. Take a

look at “Saving a User Style”

(p. 149).

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Using Keywords to Search for Music Styles (Style Search)

You can search for Music Styles that match the tempo of the song, musical genre, or

other criteria you set.

You can also search Music Styles using the first character of the Style names.

Press one of the Music Style buttons.

Touch <Search>.

The following “Style Search screen” appears.

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fig.d-stylsrch1.eps_60

Condition Search screen Name Search screen

Only the KR’s internal Music

Styles are searchable.

Touch here to switch these screens.

❍

Searching by Conditions

Touch the parameter you want to set, then use the [-] [+] buttons and the

dial to select the search conditions.

Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch a Music Style name to select a Music Style.

Touch <Exit> to return to the Style Search screen.

❍

Searching by Music Style name

Touch <By Name>.

Touch <By Key> to return to the Condition Search screen.

Decide which character you’ll use for the search.

The selected character appears in the middle of the screen.

Enter the character you are searching for. For example, touching <ABC> in

succession cycles you through the available choices in that character group

(“A”→”B”→”C”...).

In a condition search, the KR

looks for Music Styles

satisfying all of the selected

search criteria.

Touch <A-0> to toggle between alphabets and numerals.

Touch <Search>.

The search results appear on the display.

Touch a Music Style name to select a Music Style.

Touch <Exit> several times to return to the Basic screen or the previous screen.

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Playing Only Music Style Rhythm Patterns

You can also play only the rhythm patterns of Music Styles.

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Select a Music Style (p. 62).

Press the One Touch Program [Piano] button.

The performance is set so that only the rhythm patterns are played.

Press the [Intro/Ending] button.

The Rhythm part of accompaniment begins, starting from the Intro.

Just as with regular Automatic Accompaniment, you can add intros and endings by

pressing the [Intro/Ending] button, and make changes to the rhythm patterns with

the Fill In button (p. 69).

Adjusting the Accompaniment Tempo

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NOTE

Some Music Styles do not

include rhythm patterns.

When you select these Style

patterns, no rhythm patterns

are played, even when you

play on the left side of the

keyboard.

When the Basic screen is displayed, you can use the Tempo [-] [+] buttons or the [-]

[+] buttons and the dial to change the tempo.

The tempo is indicated on the upper left of the screen.

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Pressing the [-] [+] buttons simultaneously returns the selected Music Style or song

to the basic tempo.

You can change the tempo of Automatic Accompaniment even while the

accompaniment is playing.

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Starting and Stopping the Accompaniment

Pressing the One Touch Program [Arranger] button activates Sync Start for the

accompaniment (which starts the accompaniment simultaneously when you play on

the lower section of the keyboard), and automatically sets an appropriate intro for

the accompaniment. You can also change the way the accompaniment starts and

stops.

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Having the Accompaniment Start Simultaneously When You Play the Keyboard (Sync)

Press the [Intro/Ending] button and [Start/Stop] button simultaneously,

causing the indicators of both buttons to flash.

The Sync Start settings go into effect.

Play a chord on the lower-part of keyboard.

As you play the keys, the intro and accompaniment begins simultaneously.

❍

Changing the intro

When set for Sync Start (the indicators of both the [Intro/Ending] button and [Start/

Stop] button are flashing), you can use the following procedure to change the intro,

or prevent the intro from playing.

Starting without an intro

Press the [Intro/Ending] button and watch the indicator go out.

Now when you play a chord with the keyboard, the accompaniment starts without

the intro.

To start with a short intro added

On the Basic screen, touch the Intro/Ending Type <2>.

fig.d-intro2.eps_60

Sync Start is set immediately

after the One Touch Program

[Arranger] button is pressed.

Now when you specify a chord with the keyboard, a short intro is played, and the

accompaniment starts.

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Starting at the press of a button

Press the [Intro/Ending] button and [Start/Stop] button simultaneously,

and the indicators lights go out.

The Sync Start function is cancelled.

Play a chord on the lower part of keyboard.

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Choose the chord to be played when the accompaniment begins playing.

Press the [Intro/Ending] button or the [Start/Stop] button.

When you press the [Intro/Ending] button, the intro plays, and the accompaniment

starts. When you press the [Start/Stop] button, the accompaniment starts without

the intro.

When you press the [Intro/Ending] button after touching Intro/Ending Type <2> on

the Basic screen, a short intro plays.

Chord Tones and Bass Tones

When you play the keys in the left-hand side of the keyboard while the [Start/Stop]

button’s indicator is not lit, chords play. This note is called the “Chord Tone,” and

the root of the chord being played at the same time is called the “Bass Tone.”

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Stopping Automatic Accompaniment

❍

Stopping with an added ending

Chapter 2

You can change the sound of

the chord tone and bass tone.

Take a look at “Changing How

Chords Are Played and

Specified (Arranger Config)”

(p. 159).

Press the [Intro/Ending] button.

An ending plays and the Automatic Accompaniment stops.

When you press the [Intro/Ending] button after touching Intro/Ending Type <2> on

the Basic screen, a short ending plays.

❍

Stopping at the same time the button is pressed

Press the [Start/Stop] button.

The Automatic Accompaniment stops as soon as you press the button.

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Having a Count Sound Play at the End of the Intro (Countdown)

If an intro plays before your performance, you can have a count-in sound played to

the end of the intro, helping you hear when to start playing.

fig.countdown.e

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Ex: 4/4

Intro

1234

Press the [Metronome] button and watch the indicator light up.

The Metronome screen (p. 52) appears.

If you don’t want the metronome to play, press the [Metronome] button and

indicator light goes out.

Touch <Countdown>.

The following “Countdown settings screen” appears.

fig.d-cntdwn.eps_60

When the Intro has finished playing, the accompaniment plays.

Count Sound

Touch <Switch> to set this to “ON.”

When you press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button, the performance starts,

and the countdown sound plays at the end of the intro.

❍

Cancelling the countdown

In the Metronome screen, touch <Countdown>.

Touch <Switch> to set this to “OFF.”

This sets the KR so that the countdown does not play.

For more about settings on the

Countdown screen, refer to

“Settings for the Countdown”

(p. 161).

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Modifying an Accompaniment

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When you use Automatic Accompaniment, you can easily add Fill Ins to the

accompaniment patterns, change arrangements, and make other changes.

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Changing the Accompaniment Pattern (Fill In Buttons)

There are two accompaniment patterns: the Original, and a Variation. In addition, a

fill-in (or short phrase) is added at the points where the accompaniment patterns

change, which adds more interest to the song. It can be effective to use the simpler

original pattern for the first half of the song, and the variation pattern for the second

half.

What’s a “Fill In”?

A short improvisational phrase inserted at the bar line is called a “Fill In.”

The KR automatically plays the appropriate phrase for the selected Music Style.

fig.panel2-7

You can add variation to the

Automatic Accompaniment by

assigning different functions to

the Performance Pads and

pedals. For more information,

see “Assigning Functions to

Pedals and Performance Pads

(Pedal Setting/User

Functions)” (p. 157).

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Press the Fill In [Variation] button and watch the indicator light up.

The instrument is set so that the variation performance pattern is played.

Press the Fill In [Original] button and watch the indicator light up.

The instrument is set so that the original performance pattern is played.

Pressing these buttons during a performance inserts a one-bar fill-in at the

appropriate place and time.

Adding a fill-in without changing the accompaniment pattern

You can play only the fill-in, without changing the accompaniment pattern.

Press the lit [Original] or [Variation] Fill In button during the performance.

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Changing the Instrumental Makeup of Music Styles (Style Orchestrator)

You can change the arrangement of an accompaniment. This function is called “Style

Orchestrator.” Each Music Style has four different accompaniment arrangements.

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Press the [Style Orchestrator] button and watch the indicator light up.

The instrument is set to allow you to change the arrangement with the Performance Pads.

Press Performance Pad [1]–[4] to change the arrangement for the

accompaniment.

Watch the indicator of the button you pressed light up.

When you press the [Phrase]

utton or [User Function]

uttons, the [Style

Orchestrator] button’s

indicator goes out, and the

function of the Performance

Pads changes. For details refer

to p. 71 and p. 157.

Display

Basic

Advanced 1

Advanced 2

Full

Explanation

This is the simplest arrangement.

This is a more involved arrangement.

This is the most elavorate arrangement.

NOTE

When simple Music Styles are

selected, there may be no

change in the arrangement

even when you use the Style

Orchestrator function.

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Playing Phrases (Phrase)

You can play sound effects and other short phrases.

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Press the [Phrase] button and watch the indicator light up.

The instrument is set so that phrases play with the Performance Pads.

A screen like the one shown below appears.

fig.d-phrase.eps_60

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Touch to choose the type of phrase.

Press one of the Pads.

The selected phrase plays.

When the phrase continues playing, press the Pad once more to stop it.

With certain phrases, the accompaniment stops while the phrase is playing.

When you touch <Exit>, you’re returned to the previous screen, while the same

function remains assigned to the Pads.

When you switch Music Styles,

the phrases assigned to the

Performance Pads are

switched. If you do not want to

have the phrase settings

change when you change

Music Styles, refer to

“Changing Music Styles

Without Changing the Tone or

Tempo (One Touch Setting)”

(p. 156).

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Adding Harmony to the Right-Hand Part (Melody Intelligence)

You can add harmony to the notes you play on the keyboard.

While an Automatic Accompaniment is playing, the matching harmony is

automatically added to the notes you are playing with the right hand. This function

is called “Melody Intelligence.”

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Chapter 2

Press the [Melody Intelligence] button and watch the indicator light up.

When you play something on the right-hand section of the keyboard, harmony is

added.

The following “Melody Intelligence screen” appears.

fig.d-melointel.eps_60

Select and touch a harmony type.

Then when you play a melody on the keyboard, a harmony style is automatically

added.

When you touch <Exit>, you’re returned to the previous screen, while the Melody

Intelligence function remains selected.

Press the [Melody Intelligence] button once more and the indicator light

goes out.

With some harmonies, Tones

may change automatically.

Also, when you play several

keys at the same time, in some

cases harmony may be added

to one note.

The Melody Intelligence function is cancelled.

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Playing Sounds in the Left Hand During a Performance (Lower Tone)

Normally, when using Automatic Accompaniment in a performance, sounds are not

produced by playing the left-hand part of the keyboard. When you touch the

<Lower> icon, you can have Tones from the left side of the keyboard play

simultaneously with the Automatic Accompaniment.

Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

This sets the Automatic Accompaniment.

On the Basic screen, touch <Lower>.

Now when you play a chord in the left-hand keyboard area, the notes you play will

sound, and the accompaniment chord changes.

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Stopping the sound in the left-hand

Touch <Lower>.

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The <Lower> icon returns to the original color, and the left-hand Tones stop playing.

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Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment

Playing the Piano with Accompaniment Added (Piano Style Arranger)

Usually with Automatic Accompaniment, you play chords on the left-hand side of

the keyboard and the melody on the right-hand side. Chords can also be recognized

over the entire keyboard, allowing you to perform using Automatic Accompaniment

without splitting the keyboard. This function is called “Piano Style Arranger.”

This makes it possible to add an accompaniment automatically as you play a song

by playing chords in the ordinary way, without giving any thought to the location

of a keyboard split.

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Press the One Touch Program [Arranger] button.

Touch <Split> to turn the Split function off.

fig.d-pianist.eps_60

Select a Music Style (p. 62).

Play the keyboard.

The accompaniment starts when you play a chord anywhere on the keyboard.

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Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each Part (Balance)

You can adjust the volume balance between the accompaniment and the keyboard,

and the volume balance for each of the parts in a Music Style.

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Changing the Volume Balance between the Accompaniment and the Keyboard (Balance Knob)

You can change the volume balance between a song and accompaniment and the

notes you play on the keyboard.

Adjust the volume balance with the Balance knob.

fig.volbal.e

NOTE

When this knob is turned

completely to the

Accompaniment side, no

sounds from the keyboard are

audible, even when the keys

are pressed. You can usually

leave the knob at the center

position.

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Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each Performance Part (Part Balance)

You can adjust the volume of each performance part in a Music Style, and the

balance between parts when playing multiple Tones on the keyboard.

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Press the [Part Balance] button and watch the indicator light up.

The following “Part Balance screen” appears.

Touch to switch the screens.

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Screen for models featuring the Moving Key

Switch the screens

The volume balance between the performance parts in the Music Style is indicated.

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Display

Rhythm

Bass

Accomp

Phrase

fig.d-partbal2.eps_60

This shows the volume balance between the keyboard’s Tones when either layer

performance (p. 30) or split performance (p. 31) are used, or the volume balance

when using the keyboard to play percussion instruments or sound effects (p. 28).

Music Style Rhythm Part

Bass, Bass Tone (p. 67)

Accompaniment 1, Accompaniment 2, Accompaniment 3, Chord Tone (p. 67)

Short phrases sounded when the Performance Pads are pressed (p. 71).

Performance part

Screen for models featuring the Moving Key

Switch the screens

Displayed

Drums

Lower

Layer

Upper

Only with models featuring Moving Key

fig.d-partbal2.eps_60

Displayed

Master

Percussion instruments or sound effects played with the keys

Left-hand Tone

Layer Tone

Right-hand Tone

Sounds other than the keyboard parts when a CD is playing

Overall sound (this is the same as the volume set with the remote control VOL [-] [+] buttons)

Tone Part

Only with models featuring Moving Key

Switch the screens

Tone Part

Touch each slider to adjust the volume balance.

You can also make these adjustments by touching sliders and then using [-] [+]

buttons or the dial.

Touch <Exit> to go back to the previous screen.

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Chapter 3 Song Playback

Playing a Song

Now, let’s try practicing while playing back internal songs, commercial music files,

and songs saved to floppy disks.

You can use rewind or fast-forward to go to any desired measure, and play back

from that point.

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Selecting the song

When playing back songs on floppy disks, first insert the floppy disk in the disk

drive.

Press the [Select/Listen to a Song] button.

The following “Genre Selection screen” appears.

fig.d-genre.eps_60

When you touch the genre for the song you want to play, the screen changes.

Record/Playback buttons

If the floppy disk is being used

for the first time, refer to p. 6.

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When selecting a song from a floppy disk, touch, <Disk>.

The following “Song Selection screen” appears.

fig.d-songsel.eps_60

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When you touch < >, songs selected from all of the internal songs are played in

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Playing back

Stopping the Song

random order.

When you touch < >, all of the songs in the genre you have selected are played

in order, starting from the selected song. When the last song is finished, playback

resumes from the initial song.

< >: Information for the selected song is displayed.

< >: The selected song is played back. This changes to < > while the song

is played back; playback stops when you touch < >.

<><>: The song genre changes.

Touch the name of the song to be played back.

The selected song name appears at “0:.”

You use the [-] [+] buttons and the dial to select songs.

Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button.

The button indicator lights up, and playback of the song begins.

Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button once again.

The button indicator light goes out, and the song stops.

When the song is finished, playback stops automatically.

Press the [ (Reset)] button to return to the beginning of the song.

If there is recorded song data,

the “Delete song” screen

appears.

If it’s okay to delete the song,

touch <OK>. If you do not

want to delete the song, touch

<Cancel>, and either save the

song to a floppy disk (p. 116)

or register the song to the

Favorites (p. 80).

NOTE

When you start playback of

songs, the measure number on

the Basic screen appears in

reverse video. The

performance data is being

loaded while the indication is

highlighted; please wait a few

moments for this to be

completed.

Record/Playback Buttons

fig.composer.e

Track buttons:

Each performance part of the song being played back is assigned to a track button. Use these

buttons to select the performance parts that are muted or played. For more detailed

information, refer to p. 99.

[ (Reset)] button: Returns to the beginning of the song.

[ (Play/Stop)] button:

Plays back the song, or if the song is currently being played, it stops the song.

[ (Rec)] button: Records the performance. For more detailed information, refer to p. 105.

[ (Bwd)] button: Moves back the playback position of the song one measure each time

the button is pressed. When held down, the song “rewinds” continuously.

[ (Fwd)] button: Advances the playback position of the song one measure each time the

button is pressed. When held down, the song is forwarded continuously.

Holding down the [ (Play/Stop)] button and pressing the [ (Fwd)] button moves

you to the end of the song.

Song Number <0:>

In the Song Selection screen,

the title of the currently

selected song appears at “0.”

Song Number “0” is used by

all genres. Recorded

performances are also stored to

“0.” The song in Song Number

“0” is erased when the power

is turned off.

NOTE

When using markers to specify

a section to be repeated (p.

102), you can rewind and fast

forward only within the range

etween Marker A and

Marker B.

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Using Keywords to Search for Songs (Song Search)

You can search for songs that match the conditions you set regarding the song tempo

or genre.

You can also search the songs using the first character of the song name.

Press the [Select/Listen to a Song] button.

Touch <Search>.

The following “Song Search screen” appears.

fig.d-songsrch1.eps_60

Condition Search screen Name Search screen

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Only the KR’s internal songs

are searchable.

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Searching by conditions

❍

Touch the parameter you want to set, then use the [-] [+] buttons and the

dial to select the search conditions.

With <Data>, songs are searched according to data included in the internal songs.

You can use four different criteria in searches: “Chords,” “Lyrics,” “Fingering”

(fingering numbers), and “Any.” By selecting a song containing any of this data, then

displaying it in the KR’s score, you can display information about the selected data.

Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch the song name to select the song.

Touch <Exit> to return to the Song Search screen.

Searching by song name

❍

Touch <By Name>.

Touch <By Key> to return to the Condition Search screen.

Decide which character you will use for the search.

Touch here to switch these screens.

The selected character appears in the middle of the screen.

Enter the character you are searching for. For example, touching <ABC> in

succession cycles you through the available choices in that character group

(“A”→”B”→”C”...).

Touch <A-0> to toggle between alphabets and numerals.

Touch <Search>.

The search results appear in the display.

Touch the song name to select the song.

Touch <Exit> several times to return to the previous screen.

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Registering the Songs You Like (Favorites)

You can register songs you are currently practicing or enjoy playing to “Favorites,”

allowing you to select these songs easily.

Selecting the Song

Registering to Favorites

Chapter 3

Press the [Select/Listen to a Song] button.

The Genre Selection screen or the Song Selection screen appears (p. 77).

Touch the song name to select the song to be registered.

Touch <Add>.

A screen like the one shown below appears.

fig.m-fvrtadd.eps_60

Touch <OK>.

The selected song is registered to Favorites.

You can also register songs on

floppy disks to the Favorites.

For details, refer to “Copying

Songs on Floppy Disks to

Favorites” (p. 120).

NOTE

You cannot register songs on

CDs to the Favorites.

Now you can select the registered song by selecting Favorites for the genre in the

Song Selection screen.

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Removing Songs from Favorites

This deletes registered songs for Favorites.

In the Song Selection screen, select Favorites for the genre.

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Touch the name of the song to be deleted.

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Touch <Del>.

A screen like the one shown below appears.

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Touch <OK>.

The song is deleted.

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NOTE

Emergency eject hole

Playing Back Songs on CDs

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Cautions

Handling CDs

• Do not leave discs exposed to direct sunlight for extended

periods.

• Handle CDs with your finger and thumb, holding the disc

by the center hole and outer rim. Do not touch or scratch

the disc’s recording surface (the green side).

• Do not drop or stack discs.

• Do not place heavy objects on discs or subject them to

strong impact.

• Do not affix stickers or other such materials on the label

side. Placing stickers on the disc may result in errors when

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data writing and scratch the disc.

• Use a felt-tip marker or other soft-tipped implement to

write titles and other information on the label side of

discs.

• Store discs in their original cases or other suitable cases for

protection.

• Before using the CD, please read the warning on the CD

cover.

(Only for Instrument Equipped with CD Drive)

Insert the CD in the CD Drive

Press the eject button and open a disc tray.

Put a CD on a disc tray.

Press the eject button again to close the disc tray.

Removing a CD

Press the eject button and open a disc tray.

Remove the CD from the disc tray.

If a disc tray does not open

If the power is turned off with the disc still in the drive

(such as due to a power failure), the disc tray cannot be

opened by pressing the eject button. In this case, you can

insert a piece of wire to force the tray open.

Cleaning Discs

• If a disc becomes dusty or soiled, gently wipe the disc with a soft cloth. Always wipe outwards from the center using light, gentle strokes. Do not wipe the disk in a circular pattern.

Precautions Concerning Use of the CD

• CD-R/RW discs to which audio tracks have been added, and CDs with mixed audio tracks and data will not play back properly.

• The KR is capable of playing back only commercial CDs that conform the official standards—those that carry the “COMPACT DISC DIGITAL AUDIO” logo. The usability and sound quality of audio discs that incorporate copyright protection technology and other non-standard CDs cannot be guaranteed.

• For more detailed information on audio discs featuring copyright protection technology and other non-standard CDs, please consult the disc vendor.

• You cannot save songs and styles to CDs, and you cannot delete songs or styles recorded to CDs. Furthermore, you cannot format CDs.

• The prescribed format for CD-R/RW discs is “ISO9660 Level 1 Mode 1.” You may be unable to read using other formats.

Make sure the KR’s power has been turned OFF before

attempting to engage the emergency eject hole. If you insert

something while the power is on, the disc could be damaged, or

unexpected problems may occur.

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Playing Back Songs on CDs

You can play back the enclosed CD and CDs for player piano as well as audio CDs.

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Selecting the song

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Record/Playback buttons

Insert the CD you want to play back in the CD drive.

Press the [Select/Listen to a Song] button.

The following “Song Selection screen (CD)” appears.

Icon

Songs are played back in random order.

All songs are played back in the regular order, starting from the selected song.

Explanation

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Wait a few moments after

placing the CD in the CD drive

for the display to change to the

Song Selection (CD) screen.

If using the CD drive for the

first time, refer to p. 82.

The selected song is played back. This changes to < > while the song is playing back; playback stops when you

touch < >.

By touching an item with the < >, the songs in that folder will be displayed.

By touching an item with the < >, you can close the folder.

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Chapter 3 Song Playback

Press the remote control’s [ ] button or [ ] button to select a song to

play back.

Use the [-] [+] buttons and the dial to select songs.

When Selecting Songs in Folders

1. Touch the folder name, then touch < >.

You can also use the remote control’s [ ] [ ] buttons, [-] [+] buttons, and

dial to select songs.

After a moment, a list of songs in the folder is displayed.

2. Touch a song from the list that appears to select the song you want to

play back.

Chapter 3

The selected song name appears at “0:.”

* Depending on the number of songs contained in a folder, this may take some

time.

If there is recorded song data,

the “Delete song” screen

appears.

If it’s okay to delete the song,

touch <OK>. If you do not

want to delete the song, touch

<Cancel>, and either save the

song to a floppy disk (p. 116)

or register the song to the

Favorites (p. 80).

Playing back

Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button.

The button indicator lights up, and playback begins.

Stopping the Song

Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button once again.

The button indicator light goes out, and the song stops.

When the song is finished, playback stops automatically.

Press the [ (Reset)] button to return to the beginning of the song.

Song Number <0:>

In the Song Selection screen,

the title of the currently

selected song appears at “0.”

Song Number “0” is used by

all genres. Recorded

performances are also stored to

“0.” The song in Song Number

“0” is erased when the power

is turned off.

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Using the Remote Control

Chapter 3 Song Playback

(Only for Instrument Equipped with CD Drive)

You can use the included remote control to easily start and stop performances and switch songs.

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Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

Install the batteries provided in the remote control.

Open the battery cover on the back of the remote control.

Insert the supplied AA batteries, as shown in the figure of remote

control.

Close the battery cover.

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How to Use the Remote Control

When using the remote control, aim the remote control at the infrared receiver, keeping in mind the range of operation (below).

NOTE

No remote control is included

with models that are not

equipped with a CD drive.

NOTE

Be careful to observe

the correct polarity (+, -

direction) when installing

the batteries.

Chapter 3

Infrared Receiver

Range of operation

CD Drive

Remote Control

Distance:

4 m (approximately 13 feet)

Angle:

30 degrees to the left and right of the receiver.

Precautions Concerning Use of the Remote Control

• The remote control is able to transmit only one operation at a time.

• The remote control may not operate even within the range of operation if there is an obstacle between it and the main unit.

• Using the remote control near other equipment that uses remote control systems may result in operational errors.

• The life of the battery depends on the amount and conditions of use. If the operational range of the remote control decreases, change the batteries.

• If you will not be using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries.

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About the Remote Control

Adding Effects to Mic

Vocals

Turning the Advanced 3D Function or Surround

Function On and Off

Selecting the Song Genre

Chapter 3

Infrared Emitter

Restoring the Original “TONE,” “HARMONY,”

and “TRANSFORM” Settings

Selecting the Tone of the Part Activated by

the Keys

Switching the Screen of

the External Display

Starting and Stopping Songs, Selecting

Previous and Following Songs

Muting the Sound

Using the Function

Assigned to the [FUNC] Button

You can also switch the functions for the

Please refer to “Changing the Functions of the Remote Control’s Buttons” (p. 167).

[]

(Play/Stop) button, the [FUNC] button, and the TEMPO [-] [+] button.

Changing the Volume

Changing the Tempo of

the Song and Automatic Accompaniment

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Button

TRANSFORM

HARMONY

INTERNAL

MUTE

FUNC

CANCEL

TONE

8 DISPLAY

Explanation

This changes the vocals from the mic. You can also use this to change vocals on the CD included with the instrument. The setting switches each time you press the button, cycling through male, female, child, and normal voice settings.

This adds harmonies to the mic vocals. You can also add harmonies to vocals on the included CD. The harmony setting switches each time you press the button, cycling through Music Files (p. 49), Oct-Up (p. 46), Oct-Down (p. 46), and normal voice settings.

This adds greater breadth to the sound. When the [Surround] button is set to “Advanced 3D,” pressing this button toggles the Advanced 3D effect on and off. When the [Surround] button is set to “Surround,” each press of this button takes you to the next choice among the available selections, which are: Surround Effect off, Surround Accompaniment, and Surround Reverb.

This switches the genres of the internal songs.

If a CD is inserted when you press the button, the CD is selected.

If a floppy disk is inserted when you press the button, the floppy is selected.

This mutes all of the sounds. The Moving Key function stops at this time.

You can use the function assigned to this button. You can also change the function assigned to the button (p. 167).

This restores the [HARMONY] and [TRANSFORM] button settings to their original condition. The [TONE] button is set to piano tone.

This changes the part that is currently active when the keyboard is played. The tone is switched each time you press the button.

Each press of the button takes you to the next selection among the available choices, which are, in order: song list, lyrics, score, score + keyboard, and user screen image. You can press the [DISPLAY] button while the Tempo screen or Volume screen is displayed to clear the Tempo screen or Volume screen. * Some songs may not feature screens with lyrics or scores.

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VOL - +

(Volume)

11 TEMPO - +

When you press the [ ] button while the song is stopped, the previous song is selected. Pressing the [ ] button while a song is playing returns you to the

beginning of that song.

This starts and stops playback of the song. Playback alternately starts and stops each time you press the [ ] button.

You can also assign functions to the button (p. 167).

When you press the [ ] button, the next song is selected.

You can adjust the volume. * If the volume is set to 0 with the VOL [-] [+] buttons, then no sounds will be

played, even if you try to raise the volume with the KR’s [Volume] knob. To raise the volume, use the VOL [-] [+] buttons as well.

➝

You can use the Memory Backup function to store these settings to the KR (p. 164).

This adjusts the tempo. You can also assign functions to the button (p. 167). * You cannot change the tempos for CDs.

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Displaying the Score

The KR can display scores not only for the internal songs, but for music files and

performances recorded with the KR. This is very convenient for performing while

reading the music and for checking songs that have been recorded. When you play

back a music file with lyrics, the lyrics appear on screen.

Selecting the song

When playing back songs on floppy disks, first insert the floppy disk in the disk

drive.

Press the [Select/Listen to a Song] button to select a song.

For details refer to “Playing a Song” (p. 77).

Press the [Score Display] button.

The “Score screen” appears.

fig.d-score.eps_60

NOTE

The functions described in

“Chapter 4 Practice Functions”

cannot be used during

playback of songs on CDs.

Chapter 4

Icon

Displays an enlarged score. You can also display the note names.

The score and keyboard are displayed. This allows you to check the keys that are pressed for the sounds played back.

Selects the part for which the score is displayed. * You can specify the track or part to be displayed with

<Option> (p. 90).

<Option> Makes detailed settings for the score display (p. 90).

<Tutor>

This allows you to practice the song repeatedly while reading the music (p. 92).

The left pedal functions as the “Replay.” When you press the pedal during the playback of the song, playback stops, and when you release the pedal, playback resumes starting at the beginning of that measure. When the pedal is pressed in rapid succession, playback is returned the same number of measures as the number of times the pedal is pressed. In situations such as when you want to hear a difficult phrase repeated a number of times, you can press the pedal to go to an earlier point in the song.

Explanation

In some internal songs, the

fingering is displayed.

The fingering numbers shown

in the screen indicate one

possible fingering.

Chord names can be displayed

in some of the internal songs

and recorded performances

using the KR’s Chord

Sequencer (p. 134).

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Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button.

Playback of the song begins, and the score advances along with the progression of

the performance.

Notes Regarding the Score Display

• When playback of a song begins, appears in the Score screen. While this

symbol is displayed, performance data is being loaded from floppy disk or

internal memory. It may take thirty seconds to a minute or more to read the

data. Please wait.

• The displayed scores are based on music files. Priority is placed on the

readability of the displayed music, not on the accurate rendition of difficult,

high-level performances. Thus, there may be discrepancies seen when compared

with commercially available printed music. The display is not intended for

viewing advanced songs requiring precisely detailed scores, or complex songs.

• On the score display screen, lyrics and notes may extend beyond the range

displayed on the screen and may not be visible.

• Playback may start over from the beginning if you display the score or change

the displayed part during playback of the song.

NOTE

No notes are shown in the

score if the selected part

contains no data. To change

the part being displayed, refer

to “Making Detailed Settings

for the Score Display” (p. 90).

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Touching Notes to Confirm the Sounds

(Touch the Notes)

In the Score screen, you can have notes played by touching the notes on the screen.

When you touch < > to show the keyboard on the screen, the touched note is

indicated by the corresponding note on the keyboard. This allows you confirm notes

by sight, sound, and touch.

In addition, when you trace part of the score with your finger, the traced segment is

played back. This allows you to easily play back phrases you like.

fig.d-score-key.eps_60

You can operate the keys on

instruments featuring the

Moving key function (p. 168).

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Making Detailed Settings for the Score Display

You can change the part appearing on the score display and change the manner in

which the score is displayed.

Press the [Score Display] button to display the Score screen.

Touch <Option>.

A screen like the one shown below appears.

fig.d-scoreopt.eps_60

Switch the screens

Chapter 4

Touch for the parameter being set to select the value.

Touch <Exit> to return to the Score screen.

Item

Lyrics

Sets whether or not the lyrics appear in the score.

Finger Numbers

Whether or not the fingering appears in the score.

Chords

Whether or not chord names appear in the score.

Pitches

Sets whether or not the note names appear in the music when the score is expanded.

Clef L

Determines whether a treble or bass clef is shown in the score for the left-hand part.

Clef R

Determines whether treble or bass clef is shown in the score for the right-hand part.

Key

Score is displayed in the specified key.

ON The lyrics are displayed.

OFF Not displayed.

ON The fingering is displayed.

OFF Not displayed.

ON The chord names are displayed.

OFF Not displayed.

C, D, E The pitch names (C, D, E) are displayed.

Do, Re, Mi (Fixed)

Do, Re, Mi (Movable)

Auto Display is switched automatically.

G Clef G (treble) clef is displayed in the score.

F Clef F (bass) clef is displayed in the score.

Auto Display is switched automatically.

G Clef G (treble) clef is displayed in the score.

F Clef F (bass) clef is displayed in the score.

Auto Key is switched automatically.

b x 5–0– # x 6

The pitch names (fixed Do) are displayed.

The syllable names (movable Do) are displayed.

Score is displayed in the specified key.

Setting

In some internal songs, the

fingering is displayed.

The fingering numbers shown

in the screen indicate one

possible fingering.

Chord names can be displayed

in some of the internal songs

and recorded performances

using the KR’s Chord

Sequencer (p. 134).

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Item

User Part

Selects the part to display when “User” is selected as the part to be displayed.

Lower Part

Selects the part to display when “Lower” is selected as the part to be displayed.

Upper Part

Selects the part to display when “Upper” is selected as the part to be displayed.

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Saving Scores as Image Data

You can take scores that are displayed on the KR and save them to floppy disks. You

can also use saved image data to your computer.

Insert the floppy disk onto which you want to save the image data in the

KR’s disk drive.

Use a floppy disk formatted on the KR.

For more on formatting disks, refer to p. 114.

Press the [Select/Listen to a Song] button to select a song.

Setting

User Track, Parts 1–16

Lower Track, Parts 1–16

Upper Track, Part 1–16

NOTE

Other than for your own

personal enjoyment, use of the

scores that are output without

the permission of the

y law.

Chapter 4

Press the [Score Display] button.

The Score screen appears.

Touch <Option>.

Touch <Export>.

A screen like the one shown below appears.

fig.d-scorebmp.eps_60

Touch for each parameter to set the range of the image data.

NOTE

Do not remove the floppy disk

Touch <Execute>.

The score is saved to the floppy disk as image data in BMP (bitmap) format.

while “save” is in progress.

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Practicing Songs with the Practice Function

Try using the KR’s practice function to practice a song you like.

This feature makes it simple to specify the segment you want for repeated practice,

check your own performance against the score, and practice at a slower tempo.

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1 Displaying the Score Screen

Selecting the song

Press the [Select/Listen to a Song] button to select the song you want to

practice.

For more on how to select songs, refer to p. 77.

Displaying the Score screen

Press the [Score Display] button.

Chapter 4

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Listening to a reference of the Performance

The Score screen appears.

Touch <Tutor>.

The following “Tutor screen” appears.

fig.d-tutor1.eps_60

NOTE

When you select this function

after turning on the power, a

message screen like the one

shown in the figure at left

appears only once.

When the Message screen appears, touch <Close>.

2 Practicing

First, listen to the song you are going to practice.

Once you’re familiar with the song, practice it a number of times along with the

example.

Touch <Reference>.

When the Message screen appears, touch <Close>.

Touch < > on the screen.

The example performance is played back.

Touch < > or < > to rewind or fast forward within the practice range.

Touch < > to return to the beginning of the practice range.

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Touch the Notes

When you touch a note on the Practice screen, the KR plays that note.

When you trace along the displayed score with your finger, the KR plays the traced

segment.

One Note

When you touch < >, the KR plays the note currently indicated by the bouncing

ball. When you touch < > or < >, you can return or advance one note at a time

to check the notes.

➝ On instruments equipped with the Automatic Keyboard function, the automatic

keyboard will move.

When the Transpose function

(p. 103) is set to ON, the

original tone is sounded when

you touch notes or <One

Note> on the screen.

Chapter 4

Recording Your Performance

Once you are able to play the song, try recording your own performance.

Touch <Rec>.

When the Message screen appears, touch <Close>.

Touch < > on the screen.

You’ll hear a count, and recording begins.

Play along with the accompaniment.

Checking Your Performance

Compare your recorded performance with the example.

Touch <Check>.

When the Message screen appears, touch <Close>.

Touch < > on the screen.

The Check screen display compares the example performance with your own

performance.

Analyze and practice any trouble spots.

Changing the Performance

Played Back in the Check

Screen

You can switch the

performance that is played

ack by touching the score for

“User” or “Reference” in the

Check screen.

When the keyboard is

displayed in the Check screen,

touch <User> or <Reference>

to switch the performance to

e played back.

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3 Changing the practice settings

Immediately after turning on the power, all measures are set for practice at the

original tempo.

In the beginning, you’ll probably want to select specific phrases, and practice that

material repeatedly at a slower tempo.

Touch <Options>.

A screen like the one shown below appears.

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fig.d-tutoropt.eps_60

Switch the screens

Parameter

Part

Range

Chapter 4

Tempo

Accomp

Tone

Check

Set

Value Explanation

Left Hand, Right Hand, Both Hands

1–

Original Tempo, A Little Slower, Slower, Much Slower

On, Quiet, Off

Do Re Mi, Original

Score, Keyboard

Selects the part or parts to be practiced.

Specifies measures for practice. Most of the KR’s internal songs have markers set in order to make repeated practice easier. You can specify the markers’ range by touching <Prev> or <Next>.

Selects the practice tempo.

When “On” is selected, song accompaniment parts are also played back. When “Quiet” is selected, song accompaniment parts are played back at a lower volume. When “Off” is selected, song accompaniment parts are muted.

Selects the tone played when the notes are touched. When “Original” is selected, a original tone for the song is selected. When “Do Re Mi Voice” is selected, the notes are “sung” as “Do-Re-Mi.”

Selects whether the score display or the keyboard display is used in demonstrating the example performance and your own recorded performance in the Check screen.

When the Transpose function

(p. 103) is set to ON, the

original tone plays even if

“Tone” is set to “Do Re Mi.”

Touch the icon for the parameter you want to set.

The selections appear.

Touch the setting icon.

Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to set each of the parameters.

Set the tempo, practice range and other variables to the values you prefer.

Touch <Audition>.

The practice range is played back using the selected settings.

Touch <Exit>.

You’re returned to the Practice screen.

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Adjusting the Tempo

This changes the song and Music Style tempos.

If songs seem difficult to play at their original speed, you may find it helpful to first

practice with the tempo slowed down. Then, after becoming more familiar with the

song, you can practice it at a gradually faster tempo.

Changing the tempo has no effect on the pitch of the notes. And you can change the

tempo even when the song is in progress.

fig.panel3-2

Chapter 4 Practice Functions

Adjusting the tempo with the Tempo [-] [+] buttons

Pressing the [+] button once increases the tempo by one unit. Holding down the

button makes the tempo increase continuously.

Pressing the [-] button once decreases the tempo by one unit. Holding down the

button makes the tempo decrease continuously.

Pressing the [-] [+] buttons simultaneously returns the selected Music Style or song

to the basic tempo.

Adjusting the tempo with the dial

When the tempo is displayed at the upper-left area of the screen (except at the

Rhythm screen (p. 56)), you can use the dial to adjust the tempo.

Turn the dial clockwise to speed up the tempo.

Turn the dial counterclockwise to slow the tempo.

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Setting the Tempo by Pressing the Button in Time (Tap Tempo)

You can also set the tempo by pressing the Performance Pad. This feature is called

“Tap Tempo.” By using the Tap Tempo function, you can quickly set the tempo you

are thinking of, without specifying the tempo in numerical terms.

fig.panel3-3

Assigning functions to the Performance Pads

Press the [User Function] button and watch the indicator light up.

fig.d-usrfunc.eps_60

Chapter 4

Specifying the Tempo

Touch for the Performance Pad to which the function is

assigned, then select “Tap Tempo.”

Touch <Exit>; the tempo is indicated in the upper left of the screen.

Press the Pad to which “Tap Tempo” is assigned at least twice.

The tempo is set to the rhythm you used when tapping the button.

You can also assign the Tap

Tempo function to the pedal,

and use the pedal to specify

the tempo. For details, refer to

“Assigning Functions to

Pedals and Performance Pads

(Pedal Setting/User

Functions)” (p. 157).

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Use Your Voice to Select the Tempo (Vocal Tap Tempo)

Just as in “Tap Tempo Function” (p. 96), you can set tempos using your voice. This

feature is called “Vocal Tap Tempo.”

Connect a microphone (p. 22).

Press the [Metronome] button.

Touch <Vocal Tap>.

fig.d-vocaltap.eps_60

Chapter 4 Practice Functions

Vocal Tap Tempo does not

function well when the mic

volume is too low. Adjust the

volume level with the Mic

[Volume] knob.

Count to four (“One, two, three, four”) into the mic.

The tempo is set to the beat you used speaking into the microphone. The new tempo

setting is indicated in the screen.

After setting the tempo, touch <Exit> and you’re returned to the Metronome screen.

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Playing Back at a Fixed Tempo (Tempo Mute)

If a song has tempo changes, it helps to practice the song first at a steady tempo.

Overriding tempo changes is called “Tempo Muting.”

Hold down the [ (Play/Stop)] button and press one of the Tempo [-]

[+] buttons.

When tempo muting is in effect, the tempo display appears in reverse video.

fig.d-tempmute.eps_60

You can start the song by

giving the count through the

microphone. For more detailed

information, refer to “Enabling

the start of songs and

automatic accompaniment

with the sound of your voice

(Vocal Count-In)” (p. 48).

Chapter 4

When you play back the song, it will play at a constant tempo.

Cancel the tempo mute setting

Hold down the [ (Play/Stop)] button and press one of the Tempo [-]

[+] buttons.

Tempo muting is canceled.

Tempo Mute will also be cancelled when you select a different song.

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Match the Tempo Before You Begin Playing (Count In)

When you’re playing along with a song, you can listen to the tempo before you start

playing by adding a count-in.

This audible count before the song playback is called a “Count-In.”

fig.panel3-3

Press the [Metronome] button and watch the indicator light up.

The Metronome screen (p. 52) appears.

Chapter 4

Cancelling the Count In

If you are not using the metronome, press the [Metronome] button so its indicator

goes out.

Touch <Count In>.

The following “Count In settings screen” appears.

fig.d-cntin.eps_60

You can have a count sound be

played before the song starts

playing back by holding down

the [Reset] button while you

press the [Play/Stop]

utton.The status of the

<Count In> settings won’t be

affected by your use of this

procedure.

Touch <Switch> to set this to “ON.”

With this setting, two measures count down before the song playback starts.

In the Metronome screen, touch <Count In>.

Touch <Switch> to set this to “OFF.”

This sets the KR so that the count sound is not played.

For more about other settings

on the Count-In settings

screen, refer to “Settings for

the Count-In” (p. 160).

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Muting Some Parts Before Playing

(Track Buttons)

Chapter 4 Practice Functions

With commercially available music files for piano lessons, the part for each hand can

be played back independently. This makes it easy to practice hands separately. For

example, you can follow along with your right hand while you listen to that same

right-hand part be played, or you can practice the left-hand part while the right-hand

part plays.

A music file for piano lessons may be assigned to the five Track buttons as shown below.

fig.trackbuttons.e

Drums/SFX Accom-

By using these Track buttons, you can eliminate the sound of specific parts. This is

referred to as “muting.”

By recording your own performances to the Track Buttons in this fashion, you can

mute parts the same way. For details, refer to “Recording While Selecting the Track

Buttons (Redoing Recordings)” (p. 111).

Select the song that you wish to play back (p. 77).

paniment

Left-hand

Par t

For more on music files, refer

to “Music Files That the KR

Can Use” (p. 201).

Right-hand

Par t

Chapter 4

If a single Track button includes more than one instrument and you want to mute just one of those instruments, take a look at “Modifying the Settings of Each Part” (p. 128).

Selecting the part that you’ll be playing

Press any one of the Track buttons to make the button’s indicator light go

dark.

The sound for the selected part no longer plays.

For example, when practicing the right hand, press the [4/Upper] button.

When you play back the song, the right-hand performance will not sound. Practice

your right-hand performance along with the left-hand playback.

Playing back a song

Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button.

The song will begin playing back.

The part you selected in step 2 will not sound.

Once again press the button you selected in step 2. The button’s indicator will light

up, and the part will be heard once again.

Even while the song is playing, you can press the track buttons to mute or un-mute

the sound.

Stopping the song

Press the [ (Play/Stop)] button.

The song will stop.

When a single Part is not played, it is called “Minus One.” Using Minus One, you can mute out a particular instrument and play the part yourself.

When playing back SMF files for Roland Piano Digital series instruments, and the [3/ Lower] button and [4/Upper]

utton do not correctly control the left/right-hand performances, please change the “Track Assign” settings. Please refer to “Changing the Parts Assigned to the Track Buttons During SMF Playback (Track Assign)” (p. 170).

You can adjust the balance

etween the keyboard and song volume levels. Check out “Adjusting the Volume Balance for Each Part (Balance)” (p. 75).

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Setting Markers for Repeated Practice (Marker)

By setting markers at points in a song that you want to practice repeatedly, you can

then easily go to and repeat play back of the selected measures.

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Placing a Marker within a Song

You can place two separate markers (Marker A and Marker B) in one song. These

markers are placed at the beginning of a measure to make the beginning and end of

a section of music. Placing markers is a handy way to start playback at the same

place as many times as you like. You can add markers or move to a marker even

while playback is in progress.

Access the Marker screen

First, select the song in which you’ll set the markers (p. 77).

Press the [Menu] button.

Chapter 4

Placing Markers

Touch to switch the screens.

Touch <Marker>.

The Marker screen appears.

fig.d-marker.eps_60

Go to the measure where you want to set a marker using the [ (Bwd)]

and [ (Fwd)] buttons.

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Touch <- - -> for Marker A.

Marker A is placed at the beginning of the measure you selected.

“- - -” on the screen will change to the number of the measure where you placed the

marker.

In the same way, touch the Marker B <- - -> to set Marker B.

It is not possible to assign marker B to the same location or a measure before marker A.

Markers can also be assigned

in units of beats rather than

measures. Refer to “Placing a

Marker in the Middle of a

Measure” (p. 160).

Roland KR-17 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

IMPORTANT NOTES

Introduction

Main Features

How To Use This Manual

Conventions Used in This Manual

Panel Descriptions

Balance

Performance Pads

Rhythm Partner

23. Main Buttons

Record/Playback

Bottom Panel

Contents

Before You Start Playing

Opening and Closing the Top (KR-17)

Opening and Closing the Top (KR-15)

Raising the Music Stand

Opening and Closing the Lid

Connecting the Power Cord

Connect the Pedal Cable

Turning the Power On and Off

About the Pedals

Adjusting the Sound’s Volume and Brilliance

Connecting a Microphone

Connecting Headphones

Making the Connections

About the Touch Screen

Main Screens

Adjusting the Contrast of the Screen

Piano Screen

Basic Screen

Using the Main Icons

Chapter 1 Performance

Playing the Keyboard Like a Piano (One-Touch Piano)

Performing with a Variety of Tones (Tone Buttons)

Playing Percussion Instruments or Sound Effects

Using Keywords to Search for Tones (Tone Search)

Performing with Two Sounds Layered Together (Layer)

Shifting the Keyboard Pitch in Octave Steps (Octave Shift)

Adding Reverberation to the Sound (Reverb)

Giving More Breadth to the Accompaniment Sound

Changing the Amount of Surround Accomp

Broadening the Reverb Sound

Changing the Amount of Surround Reverb

Adding Three-Dimensional Breadth to the Sounds You Play (Advanced 3D)

Adjusting the Sound to Achieve the Preferred Tone Quality (Equalizer)

Applying Effects to the Sound (Effects)

Adding Effects to Mic Vocals (Vocal Effect)

Enjoying Karaoke Performances with Music Files

Using the Metronome and Rhythm (Rhythm Partner)

Using the Metronome

Changing the Metronome Settings

Playing Rhythm

Changing the Rhythm settings

Chapter 2 Automatic Accompaniment

Music Styles and Automatic Accompaniment

Performing Using Automatic Accompaniment (One-Touch Arranger)

About Chords

Playing Chords with Simple Fingering (Chord Intelligence)

Viewing Chord Fingerings (Chord Finder)

Selecting Music Styles (Music Style Buttons)

Selecting Music Styles on Floppy Disks

Using Keywords to Search for Music Styles (Style Search)

Playing Only Music Style Rhythm Patterns

Adjusting the Accompaniment Tempo

Starting and Stopping the Accompaniment

Having the Accompaniment Start Simultaneously When You Play the Keyboard (Sync)

Stopping Automatic Accompaniment

Having a Count Sound Play at the End of the Intro (Countdown)

Modifying an Accompaniment

Changing the Accompaniment Pattern (Fill In Buttons)

Changing the Instrumental Makeup of Music Styles (Style Orchestrator)

Playing Phrases (Phrase)

Adding Harmony to the Right-Hand Part (Melody Intelligence)

Playing Sounds in the Left Hand During a Performance (Lower Tone)