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Kawai CN34 Owner's Manual

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    Cn34 owner’s manual introduction playing the piano lesson function recorder usb functions settings appendix.

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    Thank you for purchasing this kawai cn34 digital piano. This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the cn34 digital piano. Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference. „ about this owner’s manual before attempting to...

  • Page 4: Save These Instructions

    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. The...

  • Page 5: Warning

    5 warning indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly. Warning - when using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed,including the following: this product shall be near the ac outlet and the power cord plug in ...

  • Page 6: Caution

    6 doing so may result in discoloration or deformation of the product. When cleaning the product, put a soft cloth in lukewarm water, squeeze it well, then wipe the product. Do not wipe the product with benzene or thinner. Failure to do so may damage them, resulting in fire, electric shock or short-c...

  • Page 7: Declaration of Conformity

    7 +.+ %,* / ./.-+*. .+ $' should an abnormality occur in the product, immediately turn the power off, disconnect the power cord plug, and then contact the shop from which the product was purchased. )!%$ to prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. $!%$ pour éviter ...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    8 table of contents important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 introduction welcome to the kawai cn34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 1. Feature highlight...

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    9 settings settings menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 1-1 equaliser (eq) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 1-2 speaker...

  • Page 10: Feature Highlights

    10 in tr oduc ti on 1 feature highlights ‘responsive hammer ii’ weighted-key action, with ivory touch key surfaces and let-off simulation the new responsive hammer ii (rhii) action recreates the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano, with its realistic movement and accurate 3-sensor technolog...

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    11 in tr oduc ti on 2 owner’s manual conventions this owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the cn34’s various functions. The examples below provide an overview of the button led indicator states and press types, and the appearance of difference kinds of te...

  • Page 12: Part Names And Functions

    12 in tr oduc ti on part names and functions r s t b a c i j k l m n o p q f h g d e u v z y x w.

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    13 in tr oduc ti on a master volume slider this slider controls the master volume level of the instrument’s built-in speakers or headphones, if connected. * this slider does not affect the line out level. For information about adjusting the line out level, please refer to page 74. B concert magic bu...

  • Page 14: Setting Up The Piano

    14 in tr oduc ti on setting up the piano 1. Connecting the power cable to the instrument connect the included power cable to the ‘ac in’ inlet located on the underside of instrument. 2. Connecting the power cable to an outlet connect the instrument’s power cable to an ac outlet. 3. Turning on the po...

  • Page 15: Using The Pedals

    15 in tr oduc ti on as with a grand piano, the cn34 digital piano features three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft. „ sustain pedal (right pedal) press the desired sound button. Depressing this pedal sustains the sound after one’s hands have been lifted from the keyboard - greatly enriching the p...

  • Page 16: Selecting Sounds

    16 p la y ing the p iano sounds are arranged into nine categories, with multiple sounds assigned to each category button. For a complete listing of the available instrument sounds, please refer to page 111 of this owner’s manual. By default, the ‘concert grand’ sound will be selected automatically w...

  • Page 17: Demo Songs

    17 p la y ing the p iano the demo function provides an excellent introduction to the varied capabilities of the cn34 digital piano. There are 31 different demonstration songs available, highlighting the instrument’s rich selection of high quality sounds, and powerful speaker system. For a complete l...

  • Page 18: Dual Mode

    18 p la y ing the p iano the dual mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound. For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or a church organ combined with a choir, etc. 1. Entering dual mode press and hold a sound button to select the main sound, then p...

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    19 p la y ing the p iano 3. Adjusting the main/layered sound volume balance while dual mode is in use: use the balance slider to adjust the volume balance between the two sounds. As the volume of the main sound increases, the volume of the layered sound decreases, and vice versa. * the preferred dua...

  • Page 20: Split Mode

    20 p la y ing the p iano the split mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, allowing each section to be played with a different sound. For example, a bass sound in the lower section, and a piano sound in the upper section. 1. Entering split mode press the split button. The led indicator...

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    21 p la y ing the p iano 3. Changing the split point press and hold the split button, then press the desired split key on the keyboard. The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the lcd display, and will become the new split point. Split point = f4 example: to set the split point to key f...

  • Page 22: Four Hands Mode

    22 p la y ing the p iano the four hands mode function divides the keyboard into two sections in a similar way to that of the split mode function. However, with four hands mode enabled, the octave/pitch of each section is automatically adjusted to create two separate 44-key instruments with the same ...

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    23 p la y ing the p iano 3. Changing the four hands mode split point press and hold the split button, then press the desired split key on the keyboard. The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the lcd display, and will become the new four hands mode split point. Split point = c5 example:...

  • Page 24: Reverb

    24 p la y ing the p iano the cn34 digital piano offers a variety of features to adjust and enhance the character of a particular sound. Some of these features (e.G. Reverb), are enabled automatically when a sound is selected, however players may also wish to change or type of enhancement to suit the...

  • Page 25: Effects

    25 p la y ing the p iano 2 effects in addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character and feeling of the instrument. As with reverb, some sound types enable certain effects automatically in order to enhance tonal quality. The cn34 digital ...

  • Page 26: Touch

    26 p la y ing the p iano as with an acoustic piano, the cn34 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with force, and a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation to the strength and speed of playing – on a digital piano this...

  • Page 27: Panel Lock

    27 p la y ing the p iano „ selecting the touch sensivity press and hold the touch button, then press the d or c value buttons. The selected touch curve will be shown in the lcd display. Touch = light press the touch button again to return to the standard (normal) touch setting. * the touch setting i...

  • Page 28: Transpose

    28 p la y ing the p iano the transpose function allows the pitch of the cn34 digital piano’s keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone intervals. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for different keys, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another key. „...

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    29 p la y ing the p iano using the song transpose function it is also possible to transpose recorder songs stored in internal memory, and smf song files stored on a usb memory device. This allows the pitch of the song to be adjusted without affecting the pitch of the keyboard. „ selecting the song t...

  • Page 30: Metronome / Drum Rhythms

    30 p la y ing the p iano the metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. In addition to regular metronome beats, the cn34 digital piano also features a variety of drum rhythms to accompany most playing styles and musical genres. For a complete listing...

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    31 p la y ing the p iano „adjusting the metronome volume to adjust the metronome volume: press the tempo and beat buttons simultaneously. The volume level of the metronome will be shown in the lcd screen. Press the d or c value buttons to adjust the value of the metronome volume. Volume 5 ÅÅÅÅ volum...

  • Page 32: Registration Memories

    32 p la y ing the p iano the registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound selection, all settings, etc.) to be stored to a registration memory, and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. There are 9 different registration memories to be stored. Registrations can also be ...

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    33 p la y ing the p iano „ exiting registration mode (retain new settings) to return to normal playing mode with the current registration memory settings selected: press the d and c menu buttons simultaneously. The led indicator for the registration button will turn off, and the instrument will retu...

  • Page 34: Selecting A Lesson Book/song

    34 in ternal songs the lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books. The left and right hand parts for each piece can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows difficult passages to be perfected. For a complete listing of avai...

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    35 in ternal songs 2 listening to the selected lesson song this page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and adjust the tempo. „ playing the lesson song after selecting a lesson book and song: press the play/stop button. The led indicator for the play/stop button will turn on...

  • Page 36: Lesson Function

    36 in ternal songs 3 practicing left and right-hand parts separately this page will explain how to adjust the left and right-hand part volume of the selected lesson song (allowing each part to be practiced separately), and how to start playing a lesson song from a specific bar. „ adjusting the left/...

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    37 in ternal songs 4 repeating sections of a lesson song this page will explain how to repeat (loop) specific sections of the selected lesson song between a defined ‘a’ and ‘b’ point, allowing difficult passages to be practiced continuously. 1. Specifying the start point (a) of the loop after select...

  • Page 38: Lesson Function

    38 in ternal songs 5 recording a lesson song practice this page will explain how to record the left or right-hand parts of the selected lesson song, then play back the performance for self-evaluation. 1. Starting the lesson song recording after selecting a lesson book and song: press the rec button....

  • Page 39: Concert Magic

    39 in ternal songs the concert magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 88 pre-programmed songs, then tapping the keyboard with a steady rhythm and tempo. For a complete listing of available concert magic songs, please refer to the separate ‘...

  • Page 40: Concert Magic

    40 in ternal songs 4. Changing the concert magic playback sound press a sound button to change the sound used for the concert magic song (melody and accompaniment parts). It is also possible to select independent sounds for the melody and accompaniment parts: press the split button to enable concert...

  • Page 41: Concert Magic Demo Mode

    41 in ternal songs 2 concert magic demo mode this function allows all of the concert magic songs to be played back in order, randomly or in designated categories. „ all playback enter concert magic mode without selecting a song. Press the play/stop button. All 88 concert magic songs will be played i...

  • Page 42: Concert Magic

    42 in ternal songs 3 concert magic song arrangement types concert magic songs are divided into three different arrangement types, each requiring a different level of skill to be performed correctly. * the concert magic arrangement type is for each song is indicated in the ‘internal song lists’ bookl...

  • Page 43: Steady Beat Mode

    43 in ternal songs 4 steady beat mode steady beat mode allows all concert magic songs to be played by simply tapping any key with a constant steady beat, regardless of the song arrangement type. „ change the concert magic playing mode press and hold the concert magic button. The current concert magi...

  • Page 44: Recording A Song

    44 re corde r the cn34 digital piano allows up to 3 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. Each song consists of two separate tracks - referred to as ‘parts’ - that can be recorded and played back independently. This allows the left-hand ...

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    45 re corde r 4. Stopping the song recorder press the play/stop button. The led indicators for the play/stop and rec buttons will turn off, the recorder will stop, and the part/song will be stored in internal memory. After a few seconds, the internal song player screen will be shown in the lcd displ...

  • Page 46: Playing A Song

    46 re corde r 2 playing a song this function is used to playback recorder songs stored in internal memory. To playback a song/part immediately after recording, start this process from step 2. 1. Entering song play mode press the play/stop button. The led indicator for the play/stop button will turn ...

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    47 re corde r „controlling song playback while the song is playing: press the rew or ff buttons to rewind or advance the playing position of the song. Press the a-b loop button twice to set the start and end points of the loop. * pressing the a-b loop button for a third time will turn off the loop. ...

  • Page 48: Erasing A Part/song

    48 re corde r 3 erasing a part/song this function is used to erase recorder parts that have been recorded incorrectly or songs that are no longer listened to. Once a part/song has been erased from memory it cannot be recovered. 1. Entering song erase mode press the rec and play/stop buttons simultan...

  • Page 49: Recording An Audio File

    49 re corde r the cn34 digital piano is also capable of recording performances as digital audio - saving the data to a usb memory device in either mp3 or wav format. This useful function allows professional quality recordings to be produced directly on the instrument - without the need for additiona...

  • Page 50: Audio Record/playback

    50 re corde r 4. Stopping the audio recorder, saving to usb press the play/stop button. The led indicators for the play/stop and rec buttons will turn off, and recording will stop. A confirmation message will be shown in the lcd display, prompting to save the recorded audio file. Save to usb? :ft“3&...

  • Page 51: Playing An Audio File

    51 re corde r 2 playing an audio file the cn34 digital piano is also capable of playing mp3 and wav audio files stored on a usb memory device directly through the instrument’s speaker system. This function is particularly useful when attempting to learn the chords or melody to a new piece, or to sim...

  • Page 52: Audio Record/playback

    52 re corde r 2. Selecting and playing an audio file press the d or c value buttons to move the selection cursor, then press the menu c button to select the file. The audio play screen will be shown in the lcd display. Man's world.Mp3 00´00" vol.=5 press the play/stop button. The led indicator for t...

  • Page 53: Recording A Midi File

    53 re corde r 3 recording a midi file this useful function allows 16 track smf (standard midi file) format songs to be recorded directly on the instrument, or for existing song files to be edited/modified without the need for additional sound equipment. „ song recorder format specifications song for...

  • Page 54: Audio Record/playback

    54 re corde r 5. Stopping the song recorder, saving to usb press the play/stop button. The led indicators for the play/stop and rec buttons will turn off, and recording will stop. A confirmation message will be shown in the lcd display, prompting to save the recorded smf. Save to usb? :ft“3&$ /p“450...

  • Page 55: Playing A Midi File

    55 re corde r 4 playing a midi file the cn34 digital piano also supports the playback of standard midi file (smf) song files stored on a usb memory device, allowing a vast selection of widely accessible music to be heard through the instrument’s exquisite progressive harmonic imaging sound engine. „...

  • Page 56: Audio Record/playback

    56 re corde r „ controlling midi file playback while the midi file is playing: press the rew or ff buttons to rewind or advance the playing position of the midi file. Press the a-b loop button twice to set the start and end points of the loop. * pressing the a-b loop button for a third time will tur...

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    57 re corde r 5 converting a song to an audio file the cn34 digital piano allows recorder songs stored in internal memory to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file to a usb device in either mp3 or wav format. 1. Selecting a song after recording a song to internal memory: connect a usb...

  • Page 58: Deleting An Audio/midi File

    58 re corde r 6 deleting an audio/midi file this function is used to delete mp3/wav audio files or midi song files stored on a usb device. Once a file has been deleted from the usb device it cannot be recovered. 1. Entering usb playback mode connect a usb memory device to the usb port. Press the pla...

  • Page 59: Usb Menu

    59 u s b f unc tions the usb menu contains functions to load/save registration memories and recorder songs from/to a usb memory device. This menu also allows files to be renamed and deleted, and for the usb memory device to be formatted. „ usb menu functions page no. Function description 1 load int....

  • Page 60: Load Internal Song

    60 u s b f unc tions 1 load internal song the load internal song function is used to load recorder songs stored on a usb memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. 1. Selecting the load int. Song function connect a usb memory device, then press the usb button to enter the usb menu. Press t...

  • Page 61: Load Registration

    61 u s b f unc tions 2 load registration the load registration function is used to load registration memories stored on a usb memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. There are two types of registration file: ‘single’ and ‘all’. „ registration file types registration type description fil...

  • Page 62: Save Smf Song

    62 u s b f unc tions 3 save smf song the save smf song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a usb memory device as a standard midi file (smf). 1. Selecting the save smf song function connect a usb memory device, then press the usb button to enter the ...

  • Page 63: Save Internal Song

    63 u s b f unc tions 4 save internal song the save internal song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a usb memory device in the cn34’s native song format. 1. Selecting the save int. Song function connect a usb memory device, then press the usb button...

  • Page 64: Save Registration

    64 u s b f unc tions 5 save registration the save registration function is used to save registration memories stored in the instrument to a usb memory device. There are two types of registration file: ‘single’ and ‘all’. „ registration file types registration type description file extension single a...

  • Page 65: Rename File

    65 u s b f unc tions 6 rename file the rename file function is used to rename song, audio, and registration files stored on a usb memory device. 1. Selecting the rename file function connect a usb memory device, then press the usb button to enter the usb menu. Press the d or c menu buttons then the ...

  • Page 66: Delete File

    66 u s b f unc tions 7 delete file the delete file function is used to delete song, audio, and registration files stored on a usb memory device. Once a file has been deleted from the usb device it cannot be recovered. 1. Selecting the delete file function connect a usb memory device, then press the ...

  • Page 67: Format Usb

    67 u s b f unc tions 8 format usb the format usb function is used to format the connected usb memory device, erasing all stored data. The usb format function will erase all data stored on the connected usb memory device. Exercise caution when using this function in order to prevent accidental data l...

  • Page 68: Settings Menus

    68 set tings the settings menus contain a variety of options to adjust the cn34’s operation and sound. Settings are grouped by category, providing convenient access to relevant controls. Once adjusted, settings can be stored to one of the instrument’s 9 registration memories, or selected as the defa...

  • Page 69: Basic Settings

    69 set tings the basic settings menu contains settings to adjust the pitch, tuning, and general sound of the instrument. This menu also allows favourite panel settings to be stored, or reset back to the original factory configuration. „ basic settings page no. Setting description default setting 1-1...

  • Page 70: 1-1

    70 set tings 1-1 equaliser (eq) the equaliser function allows the overall sound character of the cn34 digital piano to be adjusted to ensure the best sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are five different preset eq types available, with an additional ‘user’ setting al...

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    71 set tings „ user eq setting user eq bands description low adjusts the low range frequency band (20 - 100 hz). Mid-low adjusts the mid-low range frequency band (355 - 1000 hz). Mid-high adjusts the mid-high range frequency band (1120 - 3150 hz). High adjusts the high range frequency band (5000 - 2...

  • Page 72: 1-2

    72 set tings 1-2 speaker volume the speaker volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the cn34 digital piano’s speaker output to be reduced, providing finer adjustment control over the master volume. This setting can also function as a volume limiter, preventing the instrument from being pla...

  • Page 73: 1-3

    73 set tings 1-3 phones volume the phones volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the headphones output to be increased. The default setting for phones volume is ‘normal’ in order to protect an individual’s ears from excessive volume levels. The ‘high’ setting may be selected when using he...

  • Page 74: 1-4

    74 set tings 1-4 line out volume the line out volume setting allows the level of the instrument’s line out output to be adjusted. This setting may be useful when connecting the cn34 digital piano to mixers and other audio equipment. * this setting does not affect the speaker or headphone volume. 1. ...

  • Page 75: 1-5

    75 set tings 1-5 audio recorder gain the audio recorder gain setting allows the recording level of mp3/wav audio files to be adjusted. While the instrument’s default audio recorder level is optimised to capture the broad dynamic range of a grand piano, there may be occasions where it is desirable to...

  • Page 76: 1-6

    76 set tings 1-6 tuning the tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the cn34 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other pitched instruments. 1. Selecting the tuning setting after entering the basic settings menu (page 69): press ...

  • Page 77: 1-7

    77 set tings 1-7 damper hold the damper hold setting is used to determine whether sounds such as organ or strings should be sustained continuously when the sustain (damper) pedal is pressed, or whether these sounds should decay, naturally. „ damper hold settings damper hold description off (default)...

  • Page 78: 1-8

    78 set tings 1-8 four hands the four hands setting provides an alternative method to enabling the four hands mode function, and may prove useful in teaching environments or situations where this function should be enabled automatically every time the cn34 digital piano is turned on. * please refer t...

  • Page 79: 1-9

    79 set tings 1-9 user memory the user memory function allows preferred panel settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and automatically recalled as the default settings every time the cn34 digital piano is turned on. Settings stored in user memories general selected sound dual mode / split ...

  • Page 80: 1-10

    80 set tings 1-10 factory reset the factory reset function clears any settings stored using the user memory function above, restoring the cn34 digital piano back to its factory default settings. * this function does not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory. 1. Sele...

  • Page 81: Virtual Technician

    81 set tings an experienced piano technician is essential to fully realise the potential of a fine acoustic piano. In addition to meticulously tuning each note, the technician also performs numerous regulation and voicing adjustments that allow the instrument to truly sing. The virtual technician se...

  • Page 82: 2-1

    82 set tings 2-1 damper resonance pressing the damper pedal of an acoustic piano raises all dampers, allowing the strings to vibrate freely. When a note or chord is played on the piano with the sustain pedal pressed, not only will the strings of the notes played vibrate, but also the strings of othe...

  • Page 83: 2-2

    83 set tings 2-2 string resonance string resonance refers to a phenomenon that exists in acoustic pianos whereby the strings of held notes resonate ‘sympathetically’ with other notes of the same harmonic series. The cn34 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the string resonance setting allo...

  • Page 84: 2-3

    84 set tings 2-3 key-off effect when playing an acoustic piano – particularly in the bass region of the keyboard – if a key is played with force and released quickly, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the damper touching the strings immediately before the vibrations are stopped. In add...

  • Page 85: 2-4

    85 set tings 2-4 fall-back noise when playing an acoustic piano, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the keyboard action returning (i.E. ‘falling back’) to the neutral position after a key is released. The cn34 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the fall-back noise setting allowin...

  • Page 86: 2-5

    86 set tings 2-5 temperament the temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the cn34 digital piano to be changed from the modern ‘equal temperament’ standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the renaissance and baroque periods. It is also possible to create customised ...

  • Page 87: Temperament Key

    87 set tings temperament key the temperament key setting allows the key of the selected temperament to be specified. When using a temperament other than equal temperament, use this setting to specify the key signature of the piece. * this setting will only affect the ‘balance’ of the tuning system, ...

  • Page 88: Key Settings

    88 set tings the key settings menu contains settings to adjust the instrument’s operation when using the dual or split playing modes. „ key settings page no. Setting description default setting 3-1 lower octave raise the pitch of the lower section in octave steps when using split mode. 0 3-2 lower p...

  • Page 89: 3-1

    89 set tings 3-1 lower octave shift the lower octave shift setting allows the pitch of the lower section when using split mode to be raised in octave steps. 1. Selecting the lower octave shift setting after entering the key settings menu (page 89): the lower octave shift setting will be selected aut...

  • Page 90: 3-2

    90 set tings 3-2 lower pedal the lower pedal setting determines whether or not the sustain pedal will affect (i.E. Sustain) the lower sound when using split mode. „lower pedal settings lower pedal description off (default) in split mode, lower section sounds will not be sustained when the sustain pe...

  • Page 91: 3-3

    91 set tings 3-3 layer octave shift the layer octave shift setting allows the pitch of the layered sound when using dual mode to be raised or lowered in octave steps. 1. Selecting the layer octave shift setting after entering the key settings menu (page 89): press the d or c menu buttons to select t...

  • Page 92: 3-4

    92 set tings 3-4 layer dynamics when using dual mode, sometimes simply adjusting the volume balance between the two layered sounds is not enough to create the desired sound character, especially if both sounds are very dynamic. Layering two equally dynamic sounds can prove difficult to control and p...

  • Page 93: Midi Overview

    93 set tings midi overview the term midi is an acronym for musical instrument digital interface, an international standard for connecting musical instruments, computers, and other devices to allow the exchange of performance data. „ midi terminals midi terminal function midi in receiving note, progr...

  • Page 94: Midi Settings

    94 set tings „ midi functions the cn34 digital piano supports the following midi functions: transmit/receive note information transmit/receive note information to/from a midi-connected musical instrument or device. Transmit/receive channel settings specify transmit/receive channels within the range ...

  • Page 95: 4-1

    95 set tings 4-1 midi channel the midi channel setting allows the transmit/receive channel to be specified. The selected channel will function as both the transmit and receive channel (separate transmit/receive channels cannot be specified). 1. Selecting the midi channel setting after entering the m...

  • Page 96: 4-2

    96 set tings 4-2 send program change number the send program change number function is used to send a program change number (1-128) to the connected midi device. 1. Selecting the send program change number function after entering the midi settings menu (page 93): press the d or c menu buttons to sel...

  • Page 97: 4-3

    97 set tings 4-3 local control the local control setting determines whether the instrument will play an internal sound when the keys are pressed. This setting is useful when using the cn34 digital piano to control an external midi device. „ local control settings local control description off the in...

  • Page 98: 4-4

    98 set tings 4-4 transmit program change numbers the transmit program change numbers setting determines whether the cn34 digital piano will transmit program change information via midi when the instrument’s panel buttons are pressed. „ transmit program change numbers settings transmit pgm# multi-tim...

  • Page 99: 4-5

    99 set tings 4-5 multi-timbral mode the multi-timbral mode setting determines whether or not the cn34 digital piano is able to receive midi information on more than one midi channel simultaneously. This allows the instrument to play back multi-track, multi-timbral performance data sent from an exter...

  • Page 100: Channel Mute

    100 set tings channel mute the channel mute setting determines which midi channels (1-16) are activated to receive midi information when multi-timbral mode is enabled. * this setting is only available when the multi-timbral mode setting is set to ‘on1’ or ‘on2’. „ channel mute settings channel mute ...

  • Page 101: Usb Midi

    101 set tings the cn34 digital piano features a ‘usb to host’ type connector, allowing the instrument to be connected to a computer using an inexpensive usb cable and utilised as a midi device. Depending on the type of computer and operating system installed, additional driver software may be requir...

  • Page 102: 5-1

    102 set tings 5-1 auto power off the cn34 digital piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specified period of inactivity. * this setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on. „ auto power of...

  • Page 103: Assembly Instructions

    103 ap p e n d ix assembly instructions please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the cn34 digital piano. Please ensure that two or more people work on assembling the cn34 digital piano, especially when lifting the main body of the instrument onto the stand in ...

  • Page 104: Assembly Instructions

    104 ap p e n d ix 1. Attaching the side panels b to the pedal board d unfasten and extend the pedal connection cable attached to the bottom of the pedal board d. Attach the left and right side panels b to the pedal board d using the temporary mounting screws located on either end of the pedal board....

  • Page 105

    105 ap p e n d ix 4. Connecting the pedal and power cables pass the pedal cable (extending from the rear of the pedal board) through the back board aperture to the front of the main body, and connect to the pedal terminal. Connect the power cable b to the ac in terminal on the underside of the main ...

  • Page 106

    106 ap p e n d ix the cn34 digital piano features a variety of jacks that allow the instrument to be connected to midi devices, computers, speakers, and mixers. It is also possible to connect external audio sources, such as an mp3 player, tablet, or a secondary keyboard, to the instrument’s amplifie...

  • Page 107: Jack Panel

    107 ap p e n d ix jack panel „line in jacks (1/4” phone jack) these jacks are used to connect a pair of stereo outputs from other electronic instruments or audio equipment to the cn34 digital piano’s speakers. To adjust the line in level, please use the volume controls on the device itself. To conne...

  • Page 108: Troubleshooting

    108 ap p e n d ix the tables below summarise issues that may be experienced with the cn34 digital piano, explaining the typical cause(s), and recommended solution(s). „ power issue possible cause and solution page no. The instrument does not turn on. Check that the power cable is firmly attached to ...

  • Page 109

    109 ap p e n d ix „ headphones issue possible cause and solution page no. The headphone volume is too low. If the ‘nominal impedance’ specification of the headphones is less than 100 Ω (ohms), set the ‘phones volume’ setting in the basic settings menu to high. P. 73 „ usb (memory device) issue possi...

  • Page 110: Demo Song List

    110 ap p e n d ix sound name song title composer piano1 concert grand hungarian rhapsodies no.6 list studio grand original kawai mellow grand sonata no.30 op.109 beethoven modern piano original kawai piano2 concert grand 2 petit chien chopin studio grand 2 original kawai mellow grand 2 la fille aux ...

  • Page 111

    111 ap p e n d ix program change number list sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number piano1 concert grand 0 1 121 0 1 studio grand 0 2 121 1 1 mellow grand 0 3 121 2 1 modern piano 0 4 121 0 2 piano2 concert grand 2 0 ...

  • Page 112

    112 ap p e n d ix program change number list sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number others: piano jazz grand 0 37 95 8 1 new age piano 0 38 95 9 1 new age piano 2 0 39 95 10 1 new age piano 3 0 40 95 11 1 piano octave...

  • Page 113

    113 ap p e n d ix sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number soft solo 0 76 95 8 17 electronicorgan 0 77 95 9 17 60’s organ 0 78 121 2 17 perc. Organ 0 79 121 1 18 tibia bass 0 80 95 14 18 rock organ 0 81 121 0 19 others:...

  • Page 114

    114 ap p e n d ix program change number list sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number e. Guitar 3 0 116 121 2 29 cutting guitar 0 117 95 3 28 cutting guitar2 0 118 121 1 29 cutting guitar3 0 119 95 5 28 muted electric 0...

  • Page 115

    115 ap p e n d ix sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number synth strings 1 29 121 0 51 synth strings 2 1 30 121 0 52 synth strings 3 1 31 121 1 51 pizzicato 1 32 121 0 46 harp 1 33 121 0 47 celtic harp 1 34 121 1 47 tim...

  • Page 116

    116 ap p e n d ix program change number list sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number others: reed oboe & strings 1 68 95 5 69 soprano sax 1 69 121 0 65 alto sax 1 70 121 0 66 soft tenor sax 1 71 95 2 67 tenor sax 1 72 ...

  • Page 117

    117 ap p e n d ix sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number others: synth pad itopia 1 107 121 1 92 new age 2 1 108 95 1 89 new age 3 1 109 95 2 89 new age 4 1 110 95 3 89 warm pad 1 111 121 0 90 sine pad 1 112 121 1 90 ...

  • Page 118

    118 ap p e n d ix program change number list sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number castanet 2 18 121 1 116 taiko drums 2 19 121 0 117 concert bd 2 20 121 1 117 melodic toms 2 21 121 0 118 melodic toms 2 2 22 121 1 11...

  • Page 119

    119 ap p e n d ix sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 bank lsb program number bank msb bank lsb program number laughing 2 60 121 1 127 screaming 2 61 121 2 127 punch 2 62 121 3 127 heartbeat 2 63 121 4 127 foot step 2 64 121 5 127 gunshot 2 65 121 0 128 machine gun 2 66 ...

  • Page 120: Drum Sound Mapping List

    120 ap p e n d ix drum sound mapping list standard set room set power set electronic set c # d d # high q high q high q high q e slap slap slap slap f scratch push scratch push scratch push scratch push f # scratch pull scratch pull scratch pull scratch pull g sticks sticks sticks sticks g # square ...

  • Page 121

    121 ap p e n d ix analog set jazz set brush set orchestra set c # d d # high q high q high q closed hi-hat 2 e slap slap slap pedal hi-hat f scratch push scratch push scratch push open hi-hat 2 f # scratch pull scratch pull scratch pull ride cymbal 1 g sticks sticks sticks sticks g # square click sq...

  • Page 122: Drum Sound Mapping List

    122 ap p e n d ix drum sound mapping list sfx set ambience set platinum set ballad set c # snare roll snare roll snare roll d finger snap finger snap finger snap d # high q high q high q e slap slap slap f scratch push scratch push scratch push f # scratch pull scratch pull scratch pull g sticks sti...

  • Page 123: Drum Rhythm List

    123 ap p e n d ix drum rhythm list no. Rhythm name 1 8 beat 1 2 8 beat 2 3 8 beat 3 4 16 beat 1 5 16 beat 2 6 16 beat 3 7 16 beat 4 8 16 beat 5 9 16 beat 6 10 rock beat 1 11 rock beat 2 12 rock beat 3 13 hard rock 14 heavy beat 15 surf rock 16 2nd line 17 50 ways 18 ballad 1 19 ballad 2 20 ballad 3 ...

  • Page 124: Settings List

    124 ap p e n d ix settings list the tables below list all of the settings/functions that can be adjusted from the cn34 digital piano’s panel interface, in addition to available ranges/types, default settings, and registration/user memory storing capabilities. No. Setting name range / type default se...

  • Page 125

    125 ap p e n d ix setting name range / type default setting registration user memory touch touch curve light+, light, normal, heavy, heavy+, off normal z z transpose key transpose on/off (button) off, on off z key transpose value –12 (c) - +12 (c) 0 z z song transpose value –12 (c) - +12 (c) 0 - - s...

  • Page 126: Specifications

    126 ap p e n d ix keyboard 88 weighted keys with ivory touch key surfaces responsive hammer ii (rhii) action with let-off sound source progressive harmonic imaging™ (phi), 88-key piano sampling internal sounds 324 voices piano1: piano2: electric piano: organ: harpsi & mallets: strings: choir & pad: ...

  • Page 127

    127 ap p e n d ix midi exclusive data format 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte 4th byte 5th byte 6th byte 7th byte 8th byte 9th byte 10th byte 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 byte id description 1 f0 start code 2 40 kawai id number 3 00 - 0f midi channel 4 10, 30 function code (30 when setting multi-timbre on/off ) 5...

  • Page 128: Midi Implementation Chart

    128 ap p e n d ix midi implementation chart „ kawai cn34 digital piano date: june 2012 version: 1.0 function transmit receive remarks basic channel at power-up 1 1 settable 1 - 16 1 - 16 mode at power-up mode 3 mode 1 * the default for the omni mode is on. Specifying midi channels automatically turn...

  • Page 129: User Notes

    129 ap p e n d ix user notes.

  • Page 130: User Notes

    130 ap p e n d ix user notes.

  • Page 131

    Hello to jason isaacs!.

  • Page 132

    Cn34 owner’s manual kpsz-0545 : 817577 ow1064e-s1206 version 1 printed in indonesia copyright © 2012 kawai musical instruments mfg. Co.,ltd. All rights reserved..