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- Page 1 Preparation Before Use Playing the Piano Internal Songs ES110 Owner’s Manual Recorder Settings Appendix...
- Page 3 Thank you for purchasing this Kawai ES110 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.
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS WARNING CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO DO NOT OPEN RAIN OR MOISTURE. - Page 5 WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following. WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly. The product should be connected to G If you are going to use an AC power cord, 120V 230V...
- Page 6 Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or CAUTION damage to the product or other property if the product is handled incorrectly. Do not use the product in the following areas. Using the product in such areas may result in product breakdown.
- Page 7 • The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
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Page 9: Preface
The Playing the Piano section (page 13) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing the ES110 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 20) includes information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, and Lesson function. -
Page 10: Part Names And Functions
ES110 digital piano’s built-in Lessons songs. Operation Guide The separate Operation Guide provides a convenient overview of the ES110 digital piano’s various button and keyboard controls. This sheet is also reprinted in the Appendix section of this owner’s manual. -
Page 11: Setting Up The Piano
Attaching the music rest Insert the legs of the music rest into the holes located at the rear of the ES110 digital piano, taking care not to scratch the rear of the instrument. To prevent possible damage, avoid applying excessive force when attaching/detaching the music rest from the instrument. -
Page 12: Basic Operation
Press the POWER button located on the left side of the instrument’s control panel. * The ES110 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn off the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For more information, please refer to the Auto Power Off setting on page 47. -
Page 13: Selecting Sounds
Playing the Piano Selecting Sounds The ES110 digital piano features 19 different instrument sounds, which can be selected in one of two ways. By default the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on. Instrument Sounds PIANO E.PIANO / ORGAN... - Page 14 Selecting Sounds Selecting a sound: Method 2 Press and hold a SOUND button, then press one of the lowest white keys to select the desired instrument sound. Lowest key PIANO sounds Lowest key E.PIANO / ORGAN sounds Lowest key OTHERS sounds...
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Page 15: Dual Mode
Dual Mode 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 an electric piano combined with a harpsichord, etc. 1. Entering Dual mode Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, then press another SOUND button to select the layered sound. -
Page 16: Split Mode
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. Selecting Split sounds After selecting the main (upper section) sound: Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the C#1 key to enter Split mode, then press a white key to select the desired lower section sound. -
Page 17: Metronome / Drum Rhythms
Metronome / Drum Rhythms The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. The time signature, volume, and tempo of the metronome can be freely adjusted. Turning the metronome on/off Press and hold the LESSON button, then press the PIANO button. The metronome will start to count. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Metronome Tempo
Metronome / Drum Rhythms Adjusting the metronome tempo Press and hold the LESSON and PIANO buttons, enter the desired tempo using the lowest 12 keys marked below. Lowest key Metronome Tempo (2 or 3 digits) * The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10~300 bpm. * The metronome tempo can be entered precisely, or decreased and increased gradually. -
Page 19: Registration Memories
Registration Memories The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound, certain settings, etc.) to be stored to a registration memory, and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. Up to 4 different registration memories can be stored. Settings stored in Registration memories General Settings Selected sound... -
Page 20: Internal Songs
Internal Songs Demo Songs The ES110 digital piano includes a selection of demonstration songs to introduce each internal sound. Demo songs Sound name Song name Composer Concert Grand Suite Bergamasque I. Prélude C. Debussy Concert Grand 2 Petit Chien F. -
Page 21: Lesson Function
Lesson Function 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 available Lesson Function songs, please refer to page 56 of this owner’s manual. -
Page 22: Listening To The Selected Lesson Song
Lesson Function 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, and a one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play. -
Page 23: Practicing Left And Right-Hand Parts Separately
Practicing left and right-hand parts separately This page will explain how to mute/activate the left and right-hand parts of the selected lesson song, allowing each part to be practiced separately. Muting/activating lesson song parts After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the OTHERS button. -
Page 24: Recorder
Recorder Recorder The ES110 digital piano allows up to 3 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. Recording a song 1. Selecting a song memory Press and hold the REC button, then press one of the lowest three white keys to select the desired song memory. -
Page 25: Playing Back A Song
Playing back a song 1. Playing the recorded song Press the PLAY / STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY / STOP button will turn on, and the recorded song will start to play. 2. Playing a song stored in another memory Press and hold the PLAY / STOP button, then press one of the lowest three white keys to play the desired song memory. -
Page 26: Settings
Settings Keyboard and Sound Settings The ES110’s keyboard and sound settings allow various aspects of the instrument to be adjusted. Keyboard and Sound Settings Setting name Explanation Default setting Reverb Change the type of reverberation added to the sound. -
Page 27: Reverb
Reverb The Reverb setting adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, small hall, or concert hall. The most suitable reverb type is applied automatically when selecting each sound, however it is also possible to select a different reverb type manually if desired. * This setting will affect all sounds. -
Page 28: Damper Resonance
When a note or chord is played on the piano with the sustain pedal depressed, not only will the strings of the notes played vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance. The ES110 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance to be changed. -
Page 29: Voicing
The Voicing setting recreates various hammer properties, allowing the overall tonal character of the ES110 digital piano to be set to one of four different types. -
Page 30: 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 ES110 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be changed. -
Page 31: 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 ES110 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be changed. -
Page 32: Transpose
Keyboard and Sound Settings Transpose The Key Transpose setting allows the pitch of the ES110 digital piano keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone 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. When transposed, the song can be played in the original key, yet heard in a different key. -
Page 33: Brilliance
Brilliance The Brilliance setting allows the brightness of the ES110 digital piano’s sound to be adjusted independently of the ‘Voicing’ setting. * This setting will affect all sounds. Adjusting the Brilliance setting Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the keys assigned -/+ to adjust the brightness of the sound. -
Page 34: Touch
Keyboard and Sound Settings Touch As with an acoustic piano, the ES110 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 –... -
Page 35: Tuning
Tuning The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the ES110 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments. * This setting will affect all sounds. Adjusting the Tuning setting Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the keys assigned -/+ to lower or raise the keyboard pitch in 0.5 Hz steps. -
Page 36: Temperament
Keyboard and Sound Settings Temperament The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the ES110 digital piano to be changed from the modern ‘Equal Temperament’ standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. -
Page 37: Temperament Key
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 affect all sounds. ... -
Page 38: Effect On/Off
Keyboard and Sound Settings Effect On/Off As with reverb, selecting certain sounds automatically applies additional effects intended to enhance tonal quality. However, it may sometimes be desirable to disable/enable these effects manually, depending on the style of music or song being played. The Effect On/Off setting allows effects applied to certain sounds to be enabled/disabled. -
Page 39: Midi Settings
For both receiving and transmitting, channels 1~16 can be used. Recording/playing with a sequencer When connected to a sequencer, the ES110 digital piano can be used to record and playback multi-track songs, with separate sounds playing simultaneously on each channel. -
Page 40: Midi Functions
* Please refer to the ‘MIDI Implementation Chart’ on page 59 for further * Multi-timbral mode setting must be enabled. information regarding the MIDI capabilities of the ES110 digital piano. MIDI settings Function name Explanation... -
Page 41: Transmit Midi Program Change
Transmit MIDI Program Change The Send Program Change Number setting determines whether or not the ES110 digital piano will transmit program change information when sounds are changes. It is also possible to transmit a program change number (ranging from 1 to 128) in order to change the sound of an external MIDI device. -
Page 42: Midi Channel (Transmit/Receive)
MIDI Settings MIDI Channel (transmit/receive) 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). Changing the MIDI Channel setting Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to the desired MIDI channel. -
Page 43: Local Control
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 ES110 digital piano to control an external MIDI device. Local Control settings... -
Page 44: Multi-Timbral Mode
MIDI Settings Multi-timbral Mode The Multi-timbral mode setting determines whether or not the ES110 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 external MIDI device. -
Page 45: Speaker Settings
Speaker EQ The Speaker EQ setting optimises the sound character of the ES110 digital piano’s speaker system, depending on whether the instrument is placed on a table, or on a stand. It is also possible to disable speaker EQ to ensure optimum sound quality when using the instrument’s Line Out connectors. -
Page 46: Speakers On/Off
Speaker Settings Speakers On/Off The Speaker On/Off setting is used to enable or disable the ES110 digital piano’s built-in speakers. This function may be useful when connecting the instrument to external speakers or an amplification system via the Line Out jacks, and the built-in speakers are not required. -
Page 47: Other Settings
Other Settings Auto Power Off The ES110 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 48: Bluetooth® Midi
After enabling the Bluetooth MIDI function of the ES110 digital piano, enable Bluetooth communications on the smart device. After a few moments the ES110 should appear in the device list. Tap the ES110 entry to connect the instrument to the smart device. -
Page 49: Memory Functions
Highest key Factory Reset The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the Startup Setting function, restoring the ES110 digital piano back to its factory default settings. * This function does not clear Registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory. -
Page 50: Appendix
Appendix Connecting to Other Devices The rear side of the ES110 digital piano features a variety of jacks that allow the instrument be connected to MIDI devices, computers, speakers, and mixers. The illustration below provides a visual overview of the instrument’s connectors and typical applications. -
Page 51: Rear Connectors
MIDI IN/OUT jacks These jacks are used to connect the ES110 digital piano to external MIDI devices, and also to a computer with a MIDI interface. * When the ES110 digital piano is connected to a smart device via Bluetooth MIDI, the MIDI IN/OUT connectors will be disabled. -
Page 52: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The table below summarises issues that may be experienced with the ES110 digital piano, explaining the typical cause(s), and recommended solution(s). Issue Possible Cause and Solution Page no. The instrument does not turn on. Check that the AC power adaptor is firmly attached to the p. -
Page 53: Settings List
Settings List The table below lists settings/functions that can be adjusted from the ES110 digital piano’s panel interface, in addition to available ranges/types, default settings, and Registration/Startup Setting storing capabilities. Setting Name Range / Type Default Setting Registration Startup Setting... -
Page 54: Demo Song Lists
Song name Composer Concert Grand Suite Bergamasque I. Prélude C. Debussy Concert Grand 2 Petit Chien F. F. Chopin Studio Grand Original Kawai Mellow Grand Sonata No.30 Op.109 L. v. Beethoven Classic E.Piano Original Kawai Modern E.Piano Original Kawai Jazz Organ... -
Page 55: Drum Rhythm List
Drum Rhythm List Rhythm Name Rhythm Name 8 Beat 1 Hip Hop 3 8 Beat 2 Hip Hop 4 8 Beat 3 Techno 1 16 Beat 1 Techno 2 16 Beat 2 Techno 3 16 Beat 3 Heavy Techno 16 Beat 4 8 Shuffle 1 16 Beat 5 8 Shuffle 2... -
Page 56: Lesson Function Song Lists
Lesson Function Song Lists Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B Right & Left Step Right Up! Left & Right The Carousel Merrily We Roll Along/O’er the Deep Blue Sea Hail to Thee, America! Hand-Bells Brother John Jolly Old Saint Nicholas... - Page 57 Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100) La candeur Arabesque Pastorale Petite réunion Innocence Progrès Courant Limpide La gracieuse La chasse Tendre fleur La bergeronnette Adieu Consolation La styrienne Ballade Douce plainte Babillarde Inquiétude Ave Maria Tarentelle Harmonie des anges Barcarolle Retour L’hirondelle...
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Page 58: Specifications
Specifications Kawai ES110 digital piano Keyboard 88 weighted keys Responsive Hammer Compact (RHC) weighted-key keyboard action Sound Source Harmonic Imaging™ (HI), 88-key piano sampling Internal Sounds 19 voices PIANO E.PIANO / ORGAN OTHERS Concert Grand Classic E.Piano Slow Strings Concert Grand 2... -
Page 59: Midi Implementation Chart
MIDI Implementation Chart Kawai ES110 digital piano Date : July 2016 Version : 1.0 Function Transmit Receive Remarks At power-up Basic channel Settable 1 - 16 1 - 16 At power-up Mode 3 Mode 1 ** Omni mode is on at power- up. - Page 60 Notes...
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Page 61: Operation Guide
Operation Guide Rhythm + Rhythm – Vibraphone Kirnberger Harpsichord Werkmeister Electric Bass Split Meantone Wood Bass Pythagorean String Ensemble Dual Pure Minor Slow Strings Pure Major Equal Large +0.5 Small -0.5 Normal 440.0 Large Small Heavy Normal Light Normal Blight Church Organ Dynamic Jazz Organ... - Page 64 ES110 Owner’s Manual 818457 KPSZ-0833 R102 OW1098E-J1610 Copyright © 2016 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Printed in China...