Kawai CA17 User Manual

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10Preparation Before UsePart Names and Functions Operation GuideThe separate Operation Guide provides a convenient overview of the CA17 digital piano

11Preparation Before UseSetting Up the Piano1. Connecting the power adaptorConnect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN terminal located on the underside

12Playing the PianoOperation Guide* Refer to page 16. * Refer to page 18. * Refer to page 32.1 Sound PreviewThe CA17 digital piano’s Sound Preview fea

13Playing the PianoSound SelectA#0 C#1 D#1 F#1 G#1 A#1 C#2 D#2 F#2 G#2 A#2A0 B0 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1 C2 D2 E2 F2 G2 A2 B2C#3 D#3 F#3 G#3 A#3C3 D3 E3 F

14Playing the PianoSelecting the part to practicePress once:Left-hand onlyPress twice:Right-hand onlyPress 3 times:Both Left and Right handsLR L &

15Playing the PianoA#0C#1D#1A0 B0 C1 D1 E1Song 2Song 3Song 1Song Selectionb Select a song memoryc Start recordinga Enter recording mode.Record songSon

16Playing the PianoSelecting SoundsThe CA17 digital piano features 19 dierent instrument sounds, which can be selected in one of two ways.By default

17Playing the PianoUsing the PedalsAs with a grand piano, the CA17 digital piano features three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft. Pedal support b

18Playing the PianoDual ModeThe Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound.For example, a piano sound

19Playing the PianoFour Hands ModeThe Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, with the sustain (right) and soft (left) p

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20Playing the PianoMetronomeThe Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo.The time signature, volume

21Internal SongsDemo SongsThe CA17 digital piano includes a selection of demonstration songs to introduce each internal sound. Demo songsSound name S

22Internal SongsDemo Songs1. Playing the demo songsPress the CONCERT MAGIC and LESSON buttons simultaneously.The LED indicators for the CONCERT

23Internal SongsConcert MagicThe Concert Magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 88 pre-pro

24Internal SongsConcert MagicConcert Magic demo modesThe Concert Magic demo modes allow the Concert Magic songs to be listened to in one of three ways

25Internal SongsConcert MagicConcert Magic ModeThe Concert Magic Mode setting changes the Concert Magic playing mode, allowing all Concert Magic songs

26Internal SongsConcert MagicConcert Magic song arrangement typesConcert Magic songs are divided into three dierent arrangement types: Easy Beat (EB)

27Internal SongsThe Lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books.The left and right hand par

28Internal Songs2 Listening to the selected lesson songThis page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and adjust the tempo. Pl

29Internal Songs3 Practicing left and right-hand parts separatelyThis page will explain how to mute/activate the left and right-hand parts

3Preface About this Owner’s ManualBefore attempting to play this instrument, please read the Preparation Before Use section from page 10 of this owne

30RecorderRecorderThe CA17 digital piano allows up to 3 dierent songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a bu

31RecorderRecorder2 Playing back a song1. Playing the recorded songPress the PLAY/STOP button.The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on,

32SettingsKeyboard and Sound SettingsThe CA17’s keyboard and sound settings allow various aspects of the instrument to be adjusted. Keyboard and Soun

33SettingsKeyboard and Sound Settings2 BrillianceThe Brilliance setting allows the brightness of the CA17 digital piano’s sound to be adjusted. Adjus

34SettingsKeyboard and Sound Settings5 SHS ModeSpacial Headphone Sound (SHS) is a special feature of the CA17 digital piano that enhances the depth an

35SettingsVirtual Technician SettingsAn experienced piano technician is essential to fully realise the potential of a ne acoustic pian

36SettingsVirtual Technician Settings2 VoicingThe Voicing setting allows the tonal character of the CA17 digital piano to be set to one of four diere

37SettingsVirtual Technician Settings4 Damper NoiseWhen the damper pedal of an acoustic piano is pressed and released, it is often possible to hear th

38SettingsVirtual Technician Settings6 Key-o EectWhen playing an acoustic piano – particularly in the bass region of the keyboard – if a key is play

39SettingsSystem Settings1 Start Up SettingsThe Start Up Settings function allows preferred panel settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, an

4WARNINGThe product should be connected to an AC outlet of the specied voltage.� If you are going to use an AC power cord, make sure that its has t

40SettingsSystem Settings3 Sound Preview/Vocal Assist VolumeThis function is used to adjust the volume of the Sound Preview and Vocal Assist features.

41AppendixUndersidePedal CableHeadphonesExternal MIDI DeviceTabletComputerFrontBackacdba PHONES jacks (1/4” phone jack)These jacks are used to c

42AppendixThe CA17 digital piano features a ‘USB to Host’ type connector, allowing the instrument to be connected to a computer using an inexpensive U

43AppendixTroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause and Solution Page no.PowerThe instrument does not turn on.Check that the power cable is rmly attached

44AppendixTroubleshootingUser Key VolumeThe User Key Volume settings allow the volume of each of the 88-keys to be adjusted individually. Entering th

45AppendixTroubleshooting Resetting the User Key Volume settingPress the CONCERT MAGIC, LESSON, PLAY/STOP, and REC buttons simultaneously.The

46AppendixAssembly InstructionsPlease read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the CA17 digital piano. Please ensure

47AppendixAssembly Instructions1. Attaching the side panels to the pedal board Unfasten and extend the pedal connection cable attached to the bottom

48AppendixAssembly Instructions3. Mounting the main body onto the standEnsure that two or more people undertake the following step of the assembly pro

49AppendixAssembly Instructions5. Connecting the pedal cable and AC/DC adaptor Pass the pedal cable (extending from the rear of the pedal board) thr

5WARNINGThe product should be connected to an AC outlet of the specied voltage.� If you are going to use an AC power cord, make sure that its has t

50Appendix Kawai CA17 digital pianoKeyboard88 wooden keys with Ivory Touch key surfacesRM3 Grand II action with Let-O and Triple SensorSound SourceH

Thank you for purchasing this Kawai digital piano.This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the CA17 dig

Copyright © 2014 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved.CA17 Owner’s Manual818214KPSZ-0764 R100OW1086E-S1501Printed in IndonesiaC

6� Doing so may cause the product to become deformed or fall over, resulting in breakdown or injury.Do not stand on the product or exertexcessive

7The product should be serviced by qualied service personnel when:� The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.� Objects have fallen, or liqu

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