Samick DCP-8 Manual - Basic Operation

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Basic Operation

Switching on Power 

Adjusting Volume & Start Playing

With the DCP-8 fully assembled and plugged in to a power outlet, its time 

explore your piano in more detail. Start by pressing the POWER switch on the 

far right hand side of the keyboard, to turn on the power . The panel LED display 

will light and display the default sound. 

The speaker system in the DCP-8 is very powerful and can be overpowering 

in some rooms. Adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] control to a 12 o'clock position 

as a safe starting point. You can adjust the volume at any time even while you 

are playing .

Now play the keyboard. You should hear the rich tone of the default Grand Piano 

sound. 

ON/OFF

MASTER VOLUME

Piano Pedals

Just like a regular grand piano, your DCP-8 feature 3 foot pedals:

Damper Pedal (Right)

The damper pedal performs the same function as the damper pedal on an actual 

acoustic piano, letting you sustain the sound of the v oices eve n after releasing 

your fingers from the keys.