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Kawai AnytimeX Owner's Manual
Summary of AnytimeX
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1 p a r t names & functions 2 basic opera tion 3 general opera tion 4 appendix owner’s manual any̲time̲x-p̲cover̲en.Indd 1 2007/12/21 9:47:06.
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Page 3 1 p a r t names & functions 2 basic opera tion 3 general opera tion 4 appendix thank you for purchasing a kawai anytimex piano! The anytimex piano is a revolutionary new instrument that combines the capabilities of an acoustic piano and a digital piano. With the anytimex piano, one can enjoy ...
Page 4: Save These Instructions
Page 4 important safety instructions denotes that care should be taken. The example instructs the user to take care not to allow fingers to be trapped. Denotes a prohibited operation. The example instructs that disassembly of the product is prohibited. Denotes an operation that should be carried out...
Page 5: Warning
Page 5 the product is not completely disconnected from the power supply even when the power switch is turned off. If the product will not be used for a long time, unplug the ac power cord from the ac outlet. ● failure to do so may cause fire in case of lightning. ● failure to do so may over-heat the...
Page 6: Caution
Page 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 exert excessive force. ● doing so may result in discoloration or deformation of the product. ● when cleaning the product, put a soft cloth in lukewarm water, sque...
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Page 7 notes on repair should an abnormality occur in the product, immediately turn the power off, disconnect the power cord plug, and then contact the shop from which the product was purchased. Caution: to prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug with the wide socket slot and insert...
Page 8: 1. Part Names & Functions
Page 8 1 p a r t names & functions 1. Part names & functions this section explains the location and functions of the control box and connectors. control box a c b z front view of the control box: z underside view of the control box: z pedals z rear side view (dc in connector) e f c d g j h i anyti...
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Page 9 1 p a r t names & functions a power / volume used to turn on/off the control box and adjust the volume when anytime mode is activated. Turn the knob clockwise to turn on the anytimex control box and increase the volume. B power indicator used to indicate that the anytimex control box is turne...
Page 10: 2. Basic Operation
Page 10 2 basic opera tion 2. Basic operation this section explains the basic procedures for turning the power on, activating anytime mode, and performing with headphones. step 1 plug the ac adaptor into the dc in connector located at the rear of the instrument. step 2 plug the ac adaptor’s powe...
Page 11: 3. General Operation
Page 11 3 general opera tion 3. General operation this section explains how to combine keyboard and pedal presses to select different sounds, change reverb settings, and adjust various other settings of the anytimex piano. 1) selecting sounds 5) transpose 2) reverb type 6) metronome 3) damper resona...
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Page 12 3 general opera tion 1) selecting sounds the anytimex piano features 13 realistic tones/sounds suitable for various musical styles. preparation 1. Turn on the anytimex piano using the power/volume knob located on the right of the control box. 2. Depress the mute pedal, then slide it gently...
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Page 13 3 general opera tion step 2 selecting sounds: press one of the bottom-most white keys (keys no. 1-21) to select the desired sound. Please refer to the table below for a list of available sounds and the respective key assignments. Key no. Sound name description a concert grand the sound of ...
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Page 14 3 general opera tion 2) reverb reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall. preparation 1. Turn on the anytimex piano using the power/volume knob located on the right of the control box. 2. Depress the mute pedal, th...
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Page 15 3 general opera tion 3) damper resonance when the damper pedal is depressed on an acoustic piano, all dampers are lifted up, allowing the strings to vibrate freely. When a note or chord is played on the piano with the damper pedal depressed, not only will the strings of the notes played vibr...
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Page 16 3 general opera tion 4) tuning this function allows the pitch of the anytimex piano to be fi nely adjusted, and may prove useful when playing with other instruments. preparation 1. Turn on the anytimex piano using the power/volume knob located on the right of the control box. 2. Depress the...
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Page 17 3 general opera tion 5) transpose the transpose function allows the key of the anytimex piano to be raised or lowered in half steps. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments with different tones, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another key. preparation ...
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Page 18 3 general opera tion 6) metronome rhythm is one of the most important elements when learning music. It is important to practice playing the piano at the correct tempo and with a steady rhythm. The metronome function helps learners to achieve this by providing a steady beat to perform to. p...
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Page 19 3 general opera tion ¡ the metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10-400 bpm. Press keys no. 58 and 59, or 60 and 61 simultaneously to restore the metronome tempo to the default value of 120 bpm. ¡ the metronome volume can be adjusted within the range of 1-10. Press keys no. 65 ...
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Page 20 3 general opera tion 7) midi channel midi overview the term midi is an acronym for musical instrument digital interface, an international standard for connecting synthesizers, sequencers (midi recorders) and other electronic instruments in order to exchange performance data. The anytimex p...
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Page 21 3 general opera tion ¡ anytimex midi functions the anytimex piano is capable of the following midi functions: ¡ sending/receiving keyboard note information (i.E. Which keys are pressed). ¡ sending/receiving pedal information (i.E. On/off data for the damper, soft and sostenuto pedals). ¡ rec...
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Page 22 3 general opera tion preparation 1. Turn on the anytimex piano using the power/volume knob located on the right of the control box. 2. Depress the mute pedal, then slide it gently to the left to mute the acoustic piano sound and activate anytime mode. step 1 activating setting mode: depr...
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Page 23 3 general opera tion 8) local control this function determines whether the anytimex piano will play a sound when the keyboard is played. With local control set to ‘on’, the anytimex piano will play a sound when the keyboard is played. However, even with local control set to ‘off’, the anytim...
Page 24: 4. Appendix
Page 24 4 appendix 4. Appendix specifications polyphony maximum 96 notes sounds concert grand, concert grand 2, mellow grand, mellow grand 2, modern piano, classic e.Piano, modern e.P., slow strings, choir, harpsichord, vibraphone, church organ, jazz organ reverb room, stage, hall metronom...
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Page 25 4 appendix date : oct 2007 version : 1.0 mode 1: omni on, poly mode 2: omni on, mono mode 3: omni off, poly mode 4: omni off, mono {: yes °: no function... Transmitted recognised remarks basic channel default changed 1 1 - 16 1 1 - 16 mode default messages altered mode 3 ° ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ mode 1 m...
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Page 26 4 appendix maintenance precautions please read the following information before attempting maintenance/servicing of the anytimex piano. Lowering the sensor rail step 1 remove the four screws from the points shown below, then raise the hammer rail. step 2 while holding the hammer rail, ...
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Page 27 4 appendix caution when removing the action, be sure to disconnect both the sensor connector and the earth/ground wire. caution when removing the muting wire from the action, fi rst loosen the two adjustment screws on the hammer rail stopper arm. Sensor connector earth/ground wire hammer ...
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Anytimex owner’s manual (atx-p) h-5678 : 859559 ow016e-s0712 version.1 printed in indonesia copyright © 2007 kawai musical instruments mfg. Co.,ltd. All rights reserved. Any̲time̲x-p̲cover̲en.Indd sec1:28 2007/12/21 9:47:34.