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Kawai Concert Artist CA65 Owner's Manual - Usb Menu
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USB Menu
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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
After entering the USB Menu (page 106):
Press the
d or c buttons to select the Rename File function.
Press the FUNCTION button (ENTER).
The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display, listing
files stored on the USB memory device.
2. Selecting the file to be renamed
Press the
d or c buttons to move the selection cursor, then
press the FUNCTION button (RENAME) to select the file to be
renamed.
The filename input screen will be shown in the LCD display.
3. Renaming the selected file
Press the
d or c buttons to cycle through the alphanumeric
characters, and the
e or f buttons to move the cursor.
Press the FUNCTION button (RENAME) to rename the file, or
the FUNCTION button (BACK) to cancel.
A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display,
prompting to confirm or cancel the rename operation.
4. Confirming the rename operation
Press the FUNCTION button (YES) to confirm the rename
operation, or the FUNCTION button (NO) to cancel.
5. Exiting the Rename File function
Press the FUNCTION button (BACK) to exit the Rename File
function and return to the Function Menus screen.
Summary of Concert Artist CA65
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Introduction playing the piano music menu recorder settings appendix ca95 / ca65 owner’s manual.
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Thank you for purchasing this kawai concert artist ca95/ca65 digital piano. This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the instrument’s usage and operation. Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference. about this owner’s manual before attemp...
Page 4: Save These Instructions
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 e...
Page 5: Warning
Warning indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly. This product shall be near the ac outlet and the power cord plug in a position so that it can readily be disconnected in an emergency because electricity is always charging while ...
Page 6: Caution
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-cir...
Page 7: Declaration of Conformity
+.+ %,* / ./.-+*. .+ $' should an abnormality occur in the product, immediately turn the power off, disconnect the power cord plug, and then contact the shop from which the product was purchased. )!%$ to prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. $!%$ pour éviter le...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
8 important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 introduction welcome to the concert artist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 1. Feature highlights . . . . . . ...
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9 settings (cont.) virtual technician settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 1. Touch curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 user touch curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 ...
Page 10: Feature Highlights
10 in tr oduc ti on 1 feature highlights grand feel wooden-key action with ivory touch key surfaces and ‘let-off’ mechanism. The ca95 and ca65 digital pianos utilise kawai’s latest grand feel wooden-key keyboard action, which draws upon 85 years of acoustic piano craftsmanship to provide an exceptio...
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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 ca95/ca65 digital piano’s various functions. The examples below provide an overview of the button led indicator states and press types, and the appearance of dif...
Page 12: Part Names And Functions
12 in tr oduc ti on part names and functions a c d e f h j g i k b l m n o q p.
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13 in tr oduc ti on a power button this switch is used to turn the instrument on/off. Be sure to turn off the instrument after playing. * the ca95/ca65 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn off the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For more informati...
Page 14: Setting Up The Piano
14 in tr oduc ti on setting up the piano 1. Connecting the power cable to the instrument ca95 connect the included power cable to the ‘ac in’ inlet located on the back side of instrument in the bottom left corner. Ca65 connect the included power cable to the ‘ac in’ inlet located on the right hand s...
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15 in tr oduc ti on adjusting the volume / using headphones adjusting the volume the master volume slider controls the volume level of the instrument’s speakers, or headphones if connected. Move the slider up to increase the volume, and down to decrease the volume. Use this slider to set the volume...
Page 16: Section
Section 16 p la y ing the p iano using the pedals as with a grand piano, the ca95/ca65 digital piano features three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft. sustain pedal (right pedal) depressing this pedal sustains the sound after one’s hands have been lifted from the keyboard - greatly enriching the...
Page 17: Section
Section 17 p la y ing the p iano the ca95/ca65 digital piano features a wide selection of realistic instrument sounds suitable for various musical styles. Sounds are arranged into eight categories, with several sounds assigned to each category button. For a complete listing of available instrument s...
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...
Page 19: Dual Mode Settings
19 p la y ing the p iano dual mode settings the dual mode settings menu allows characteristics of the combined sound to be adjusted. dual mode settings dual mode setting description default setting balance adjust the volume balance between the main and layered sounds. 5 : 5 layer octave shift raise...
Page 20: Split Mode
20 p la y ing the p iano split mode 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 function button (spl...
Page 21: Split Mode Settings
21 p la y ing the p iano 3. Changing the split point press and hold the function 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. Hold upper section lower section new split point split...
Page 22: Four Hands Mode
22 p la y ing the p iano four hands mode 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 instru- me...
Page 23: Four Hands Mode Settings
23 p la y ing the p iano 3. Changing the four hands mode split point press and hold the function 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. Hold right section left section new sp...
Page 24: Reverb
24 p la y ing the p iano reverb reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall. Some sound types, such as acoustic piano, enable reverb automatically in order to improve acoustic realism. The ca95/ca65 digital piano features six ...
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25 p la y ing the p iano entering the reverb settings menu press and hold the reverb button. The reverb settings menu will be shown in the lcd display. adjusting reverb settings after entering the reverb settings menu: press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor over the desired setting....
Page 26: Effects
26 p la y ing the p iano 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 ca95/ca65 digital piano...
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27 p la y ing the p iano effects settings (cont.) effect type effect setting description classic chorus mono / stereo toggle between a mono or stereo effect. Speed adjust the speed of the chorus. Tremolo / classic tremolo dry / wet adjust the intensity of the tremolo. Speed adjust the speed of the ...
Page 28: Metronome / Drum Rhythms
28 p la y ing the p iano metronome / drum rhythms the metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. In addition to regular metronome beats, the ca95/ca65 digital piano also features a variety of drum rhythms to accompany most playing styles and musical ...
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29 p la y ing the p iano adjusting metronome settings after entering the metronome settings menu: press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor over the desired setting. Press the e or f buttons to adjust the selected setting. * to reset the current setting to the default value, press the f...
Page 30: Registration Memories
30 p la y ing the p iano registration memories the registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound selections, split point, reverb and effect settings, and various other panel options) to be stored to a memory and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. There are two banks (...
Page 31: Panel Lock
31 p la y ing the p iano storing a registration memory press and hold the registration button. The eight registration memory buttons will start to flash. Press the or function buttons to select the registration memory bank ‘a’ or ‘b’, then press a registration memory (sound) button. A beep will sou...
Page 32: Demo Songs
32 music m en u demo songs the demo function provides an excellent introduction to the varied capabilities of ca95/ca65 digital piano. There are over 30 different demonstration songs available, highlighting the instruments’ rich selection of high quality sounds and its power speaker system. For a co...
Page 33: Piano Music
33 music m en u in addition to the sound demonstration songs, the ca95/ca65 digital piano also features a selection of popular classical piano works from the baroque and romantic periods. Notated scores are provided in the separate ‘classical piano collection’ book*, assisting the musical appreciati...
Page 34: Lesson Function
34 music m en u lesson function the lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books and finger exercises. The left and right hand parts of each piece can be practiced separately, adjusting the tempo to perfect difficult passages, before being re...
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35 music m en u 2 listening to the selected lesson song this page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and change the playback position. 1. Playing the lesson song after selecting a lesson book and song: press the play/stop button. The led indicator for the play/stop button wi...
Page 36: Lesson Function Settings
36 music m en u 3 lesson function settings the lesson function settings menu allows the left and right-hand part volumes of the current lesson song to be adjusted, allowing each part to be practiced separately. It is also possible to adjust the playback tempo of the current lesson song, allowing dif...
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37 music m en u 4 repeating sections of a lesson song the ‘a-b loop’ feature of the lesson function allows sections of the selected lesson song to be ‘looped’ between two points in order to practise difficult passages continuously. 1. Playing the lesson song after selecting a lesson book and song: p...
Page 38: Lesson Function
38 music m en u 5 recording a lesson song practice the lesson function’s record feature allows the left or right-hand parts of the selected lesson song to be recorded to internal memory, and then played back for self-evaluation. 1. Starting the lesson song recording after selecting a lesson book and...
Page 39: Finger Exercises
39 music m en u 6 finger exercises the lesson function also includes a selection of finger exercises for practicing major and minor scales, arpeggios, chords, cadences, and hanon exercises, with notated scores provided in the separate ‘finger exercises’ book. The ca95/ca65 digital piano can also eva...
Page 40: Concert Magic
40 music m en u concert magic the concert magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 176 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 th...
Page 41: Concert Magic Demo Mode
41 music m en u 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 function button (split), to enabl...
Page 42: Concert Magic
42 music m en u concert magic 3 concert magic settings the concert magic settings menu allows the playback tempo, playing mode, and volume balance to be adjusted. concert magic settings concert magic setting description default setting tempo adjust the playback tempo of the concert magic song in be...
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43 music m en u 4 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’ booklet ...
Page 44: Song Recorder
44 re corde r song recorder (internal memory) the ca95/ca65 digital piano allows up to 10 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 ind...
Page 45
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 ...
Page 47: Internal Player Edit Menu
47 re corde r 3 internal player edit menu the internal player edit menu features transpose settings that allow the pitch of the keyboard or song to be adjusted in semi-tone steps. This menu also includes functions to delete the song, or convert the song to an audio file. internal player menu intern...
Page 48: Song Recorder
48 re corde r song recorder (internal memory) 4 erasing a part/song this function is used to erase recorder parts that may 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. Selecting the erase function afte...
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49 re corde r 5 converting a song to an audio file this function 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 the convert to audio function after entering the internal player menu (s...
Page 50: Audio Record/playback
50 re corde r audio record/playback (usb memory) 1 recording a mp3/wav audio file the ca95/ca65 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 t...
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51 re corde r 3. Starting the usb recorder press a key on the keyboard, or the play/stop button. The led indicators for the rec and play/stop buttons will turn on, and recording will start. The current recording time will also be shown in the lcd display. Time recording 4. Stopping the usb recorder,...
Page 52: Audio Record/playback
52 re corde r audio record/playback (usb memory) 2 playing an mp3/wav audio file the ca95/ca65 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 lear...
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53 re corde r 2. Selecting an audio file press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor, then press the function button (select) to select the audio file. The audio play screen will be shown in the lcd display. 3. Playing the selected audio file press the play/stop button. The selected audio ...
Page 54: Playing A Midi Song File
54 re corde r 3 playing a midi song file the ca95/ca65 digital piano also supports the playback of standard midi file (smf) files and ca95/ca65 recorder songs stored on a usb memory device, allowing a vast selection of widely accessible music to be heard through the instrument’s exquisite harmonic i...
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55 re corde r 2. Selecting a midi file press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor, then press the function button (select) to select the midi file. The midi play screen will be shown in the lcd display. 3. Playing the selected midi file press the play/stop button. The selected midi file w...
Page 56: Usb Player Edit Menu
56 re corde r 4 usb player edit menu the usb player edit menu allows the playback mode of the audio/midi file to be changed to one of four types. This menu also features settings to adjust the midi song playback tempo, and to transpose the pitch of the keyboard or midi song in semi-tone steps. usb ...
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57 re corde r 5 converting a midi song file to an mp3/wav audio file this function allows midi files or ca95/ca65 recorder songs stored on a usb memory device to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file (to the usb device) in either mp3 or wav format. 1. Selecting the midi song to be co...
Page 58: Audio Record/playback
58 re corde r 6 overdubbing a mp3/wav audio file this function allows the sound of the ca95/ca65 to be recorded (overdubbed) to an existing mp3 or wav audio file. In addition, the ca95 digital piano also supports mixing the line in audio with the overdubbed mp3/wav file. * this function records/over...
Page 59: Function Menus
59 set tings function menus the function menus contain a variety of options to adjust the ca95/ca65 digital piano’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 16 registratio...
Page 60: Basic Settings
60 set tings basic settings 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 no. Setting description default se...
Page 61: Key Transpose
61 set tings 1 key transpose the key transpose setting allows the pitch of the ca95/ca65 digital piano keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi- tone steps. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for different keys, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another...
Page 62: Song Transpose
62 set tings 2 song transpose the song transpose setting allows the pitch of midi files or ca95/ca65 recorder songs stored on a usb memory device to be raised or lowered in semi-tone steps when played back. 1. Selecting the song transpose setting after entering the basic settings menu (page 60): pre...
Page 63: Tone Control
63 set tings 3 tone control the tone control setting allows the overall sound character of the ca95/ca65 digital piano to be adjusted to provide the best sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are five different preset eq settings available, with an additional ‘user’ set...
Page 64: User Tone Control
64 set tings user tone control the user tone control option allows finer control over the instrument’s sound character, allowing the volume of four frequency bands to be adjusted individually. It is also possible to adjust the frequency range of the mid-low and mid-high frequency bands. user tone c...
Page 65: Speaker Volume
65 set tings 4 speaker volume the speaker volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the ca95/ca65 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 ...
Page 66: Phones Volume
66 set tings 5 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 head...
Page 67: Line In Level
67 set tings 6 line in level (ca95 only) the line in level setting allows the volume level of the ca95’s line in input jacks to be adjusted. This setting may be useful when using the usb recorder function and attempting to balance an external audio source with the instrument’s sound. * the line in l...
Page 68: Line Out Volume
68 set tings 7 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 ca95/ca65 digital piano to mixers and other audio equipment. * this setting does not affect the speaker or headphone volume. ...
Page 69: Wall Eq
69 set tings 8 wall eq (ca95 only) the wall eq setting optimises the sound character of the soundboard speaker depending on whether the ca95 digital piano (back) is placed beside a wall, or in an area away from a wall. * this setting does not affect the headphones or line out output. wall eq settin...
Page 70: Basic Settings
70 set tings basic settings 9 tuning the tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the ca95/ca65 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments. 1. Selecting the tuning setting after entering the basic settings menu (page 6...
Page 71: Damper Hold
71 set tings 10 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 setting damper hold description off (default) or...
Page 72: Basic Settings
72 set tings basic settings 11 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 the function should be enabled automatically every time the ca95/ca65 digital piano is turned on...
Page 73: Lcd Contrast
73 set tings 12 lcd contrast the lcd contrast setting is used to adjust the contrast of the lcd display. The contrast of the display becomes sharper as the value increases. 1. Selecting the lcd contrast setting after entering the basic settings menu (page 60): press the d or c buttons to select the ...
Page 74: Basic Settings
74 set tings basic settings 13 user memory the user memory function allows preferred panel functions/settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and automatically recalled as the default settings every time the ca95/ca65 digital piano is turned on. * user memory settings can also be saved to a...
Page 75: Factory Reset
75 set tings 14 factory reset the factory reset function clears any settings stored using the user memory function, restoring the ca95/ca65 digital piano to its factory default settings. * this function will not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory. 1. Selecting th...
Page 76
76 set tings virtual technician settings 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 sin...
Page 77: Touch Curve
77 set tings 1 touch curve as with an acoustic piano, the ca95/ca65 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 pia...
Page 78: Touch Curve
78 set tings virtual technician settings 1 touch curve (cont.) 1. Selecting the touch curve setting after entering the virtual technician menu (page 76): press the d or c buttons to select the touch curve setting. 2. Changing the touch curve type press the e or f buttons to cycle through the differe...
Page 79: Voicing
79 set tings 2 voicing the voicing setting allows the tonal character of the ca95/ca65 digital piano to be set to one of six different types. * this virtual technician setting will affect all sounds. voicing types voicing type description normal (default) the normal tonal character of an acoustic p...
Page 80: Damper Resonance
80 set tings virtual technician settings 3 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, bu...
Page 81: Damper Noise
81 set tings 4 damper noise when the damper pedal of an acoustic piano is pressed and released, it is often possible to hear the sound of the damper head touching and releasing the strings. The ca95/ca65 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the damper noise setting allowing the volume of this s...
Page 82: String Resonance
82 set tings virtual technician settings 5 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 ca95/ca65 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with th...
Page 83: Key-Off Effect
83 set tings 6 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 addit...
Page 84: Fall-Back Noise
84 set tings virtual technician settings 7 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 ca95/ca65 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the ...
Page 85: Hammer Delay
85 set tings 8 hammer delay when playing pianissimo passages using an acoustic piano, there may be a perceived delay between a key being pressed and the hammer striking the strings. If desired, the ca95/ca65 digital piano can recreate this delay, with the hammer delay setting allowing the delay leng...
Page 86: Topboard
86 set tings 9 topboard when playing an acoustic grand piano, the position of the instrument’s topboard (lid) affects both the volume and ‘openness’ of the tone produced. A fully open topboard allows sound waves to reflect off the polished lid surface and project into the room, while a closed lid ha...
Page 87: Decay Time
87 set tings 10 decay time when playing an acoustic grand piano, the length of the instrument influences the speed at which held notes decay, with longer grand pianos (i.E. Longer strings) characterised by longer decay times. The ca95/ca65 digital piano attempts to simulate this characteristic, with...
Page 88: Minimum Touch
88 set tings virtual technician settings 11 minimum touch the minimum touch setting allows the minimum key velocity required to produce a sound to be adjusted. By default, this setting attempts to recreate the extremely fine touch sensitivity of a concert grand piano, allowing a very soft sound to b...
Page 89: Stretch Tuning
89 set tings 12 stretch tuning stretch tuning is a piano-specific tuning method in which the tuning for the lower notes is slightly lower and the tuning for the higher notes is slightly higher than the settings made in the equal temperament. The stretch tuning setting allows the degree of stretch tu...
Page 90: User Tuning
90 set tings user tuning the user tuning function allows each of the 88-keys to be tuned individually. 1. Selecting the user tuning memory after selecting the stretch tuning setting (page 89): press the e or f buttons to select one of the user tuning memories. * up to four different user tuning memo...
Page 91: Temperament
91 set tings 13 temperament the temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the ca95/ca65 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 customi...
Page 92: User Temperament
92 set tings virtual technician settings user temperament the user temperament setting allows custom temperaments to be created. 1. Selecting the user temperament after selecting the temperament setting (page 91): press the e or f buttons to select the user temperament, then press the function butto...
Page 93: Temperament Key
93 set tings 14 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 virtual technician setting will affect all sounds. 1. Sele...
Page 94: User Key Volume
94 set tings virtual technician settings 15 user key volume the user key volume settings allows the volume of each of the 88-keys to be adjusted individually. * this virtual technician setting will affect all sounds. 1. Selecting the user key volume setting after entering the virtual technician menu...
Page 95: Half-Pedal Adjust
95 set tings 16 half-pedal adjust the half-pedal adjust setting allows the point at which the damper/sustain pedal becomes effective (i.E. When the dampers of the piano begin to lift from the strings) to be adjusted. This setting may be useful for pianists that habitually rest their right foot on th...
Page 96: Soft Pedal Depth
96 set tings 17 soft pedal depth the soft pedal depth setting adjusts the effectiveness (i.E. Depth/strength) of the soft pedal. * this virtual technician setting will affect all sounds. 1. Selecting the soft pedal depth setting after entering the virtual technician menu (page 76): press the d or c ...
Page 97: Midi Settings
97 set tings midi settings 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 receivin...
Page 98: Midi Settings
98 set tings midi functions the ca95/ca65 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 program change information transmit/receive program change data ...
Page 99: Midi Channel
99 set tings 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 mid...
Page 100: Midi Settings
100 set tings 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 98): press the d or c buttons to select th...
Page 101: Local Control
101 set tings 3 local control the local control setting determines whether the instrument will play an internal sound when the keys are pressed. This setting may be useful when using the ca95/ca65 digital piano to control an external midi device that is connected to the instrument’s amplifier/speake...
Page 102: Midi Settings
102 set tings 4 transmit program change numbers the transmit program change numbers setting determines whether the ca95/ca65 digital piano will transmit program change information via midi when the instrument’s panel buttons are pressed. transmit program change numbers setting transmit pgm# multi-t...
Page 103: Multi-Timbral Mode
103 set tings 5 multi-timbral mode the multi-timbral mode setting determines whether or not the ca95/ca65 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 e...
Page 104: Channel Mute
104 set tings 6 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’. 1. Selecting the channel mute setti...
Page 105: Usb Midi
105 set tings usb midi (usb to host connector) the ca95/ca65 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, ad...
Page 106: Usb Menu
106 set tings usb menu 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 no. Function description 1 load song loa...
Page 107: Load Song
107 set tings 1 load song the load song function is used to load ca95/ca65 recorder songs stored on a usb memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. * this function will overwrite any song data stored in the selected song memory. * for more information about the instrument’s ‘internal song...
Page 108: Load Registrations
108 set tings 2 load registrations the load registrations function is used to load a ca95/ca65 registration file stored on a usb memory device into the instrument’s registration memories. * this function will overwrite all existing registration memories. * for more information about the instrument’s...
Page 109: Load User Memory
109 set tings 3 load user memory the load user memory function is used to load a ca95/ca65 user memory setting file stored on a usb memory device into the instrument’s user memory. The loaded settings will be used as the default settings every time the ca95/ca65 digital piano is turned on. * this fu...
Page 110: Usb Menu
110 set tings usb menu 4 save song the save song function is used to save ca95/ca65 recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a usb memory device in kawai’s native song format. * for more information about the instrument’s ‘internal song recorder’ feature, please refer to page 44....
Page 111: Save Smf Song
111 set tings 5 save smf song the save smf song function is used to save ca95/ca65 recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a usb memory device as a standard midi file (smf). * for more information about the instrument’s ‘internal song recorder’ feature, please refer to page 44. ...
Page 112: Usb Menu
112 set tings usb menu 6 save registrations the save registrations function is used to save ca95/ca65 registration memories stored in the instrument to a usb memory device. * for more information about the instrument’s ‘registration’ feature, please refer to page 30. 1. Selecting the save registrati...
Page 113: Save User Memory
113 set tings 7 save user memory the save user memory function is used to save the current ca95/ca65 user memory settings to a usb memory device. * for more information about the instrument’s ‘user memory’ feature, please refer to page 74. 1. Selecting the save user memory function after entering th...
Page 114: Usb Menu
114 set tings usb menu 8 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 after entering the usb menu (page 106): press the d or c buttons to select the rename file function. Press the func...
Page 115: Delete File
115 set tings 9 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 after entering the usb menu (page 106): press the d...
Page 116: Format Usb
116 set tings 10 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 loss. 1...
Page 117: Power Settings
117 set tings power settings auto power off the ca95/ca65 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....
Page 118: Assembly Instructions
118 ap p e n d ix assembly instructions (ca65 only) please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the ca65 digital piano. Please ensure that two or more people work on assembling the ca65 digital piano, especially when lifting the main body of the instrument onto t...
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119 ap p e n d ix 1. Attaching the side panels to the pedal board unfasten and extend the pedal connection cable attached to the bottom of the pedal board (d). Attach the pedal board (d) to the left (b) and right (c) side panels using the temporary mounting screws located on either end of the pedal ...
Page 120: Assembly Instructions
120 ap p e n d ix assembly instructions (ca65 only) 3. Mounting the main body onto the stand ensure that two or more people undertake the following step of the assembly process. Lift the main body and carefully place it onto the stand. Position the main body slightly towards the back of the stand, t...
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121 ap p e n d ix 5. Connecting the pedal and power cables pass the pedal cable (extending from the rear of the pedal board) through the aperture to the front of the main body, and connect to the pedal terminal. Connect the power cable to the ac in terminal on the underside of the main body, then pa...
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122 ap p e n d ix connecting to other devices the ca95/ca65 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 keybo...
Page 123: Jack Panel
123 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 ca95/ ca65 digital piano’s speakers. The input level signal from these jacks can be adjusted using the level knob, or by ...
Page 124: Troubleshooting
124 ap p e n d ix troubleshooting the tables below summarise issues that may be experienced with the ca95/ca65 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...
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125 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. 66 usb (memory device) issue possibl...
Page 126: Section
Section 126 ap p e n d ix demo song list sound name song title composer piano 1 concert grand polonaise-fantaisie chopin concert grand 2 petit chien chopin studio grand original kawai studio grand 2 original kawai mellow grand sonata no.30 op.109 beethoven mellow grand 2 la fille aux cheveux de lin ...
Page 127: Section
Section 127 ap p e n d ix sound list piano 1 concert grand concert grand 2 studio grand studio grand 2 mellow grand mellow grand 2 jazz grand jazz grand 2 piano 2 pop piano pop piano 2 upright piano modern piano rock piano * honky tonk * new age piano * new age piano 2 * e. Piano classic e. Piano 60...
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128 ap p e n d ix sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 program number program number bank ca95 ca65 msb lsb piano 1 concert grand 1 1 1 121 0 concert grand 2 2 2 1 95 16 studio grand 3 3 1 121 1 studio grand 2 4 4 1 95 17 mellow grand 5 5 1 121 2 mellow grand 2 6 6 1 95 1...
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129 ap p e n d ix sound name multi-timbral mode = off/on1 multi-timbral mode = on2 program number program number bank ca95 ca65 msb lsb harpsi & mallets harpsichord 41 31 7 121 0 harpsichord oct 42 32 7 121 1 vibraphone 43 33 12 121 0 clavi 44 34 8 121 0 marimba 45 35 13 121 0 celesta 46 36 9 95 1 h...
Page 130: Drum Rhythm List
130 ap p e n d ix 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 21 ballad 4 22 ba...
Page 131: Section
Section 131 ap p e n d ix specifications ca95 ca65 keyboard 88 wooden keys with ivory touch key surfaces grand feel (gf) action with let-off sound source harmonic imaging™ xl (hi-xl), 88-key piano sampling internal sounds 80 voices 60 voices polyphony max. 256 notes keyboard modes dual mode, split m...
Page 132: Section
Section 132 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...
Page 133: Midi Implementation Chart
133 ap p e n d ix midi implementation chart mode 1: omni mode on, poly mode 2: omni mode on, mono { : yes mode 3: omni mode off, poly mode 4: omni mode off, mono ° : no kawai ca95/ca65 digital piano date : march 2012 - version : 1.0 function transmit receive remarks basic channel at power-up 1 1 s...
Page 134: User Notes
134 ap p e n d ix user notes.
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Ca95/ca65 owner’s manual kpsz-0525 : 817479 ow1060e-j1205 version 1.2 printed in indonesia copyright © 2012 kawai musical instruments mfg. Co., ltd. All rights reserved..