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  • Page 1 Part Names & Functions Basic Operation General Operation (ATX2-p) Owner’s Manual Appendix...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    As its name implies, the most compelling aspect of the AnyTimeX2 piano is that it can be played at literally any time, without disturbing family or neighbours. It will allow you to enjoy the touch of a fi ne KAWAI acoustic piano while retaining the privacy and power of built-in digital sound.
  • 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 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CAUTION FIRE ELECTRIC RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE DO NOT OPEN THIS PRODUCT TO 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. ● If you are going to use an AC power cord, The product should be connected to 120V 230V...
  • Page 6 Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury CAUTION or 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 ●...
  • Page 7 Ensure that the ventilation is not Failure to do so may over-heat the product, resulting in fire. impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc. The product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
  • Page 8: Part Names & Functions

    Part Names & Functions This section explains the location and functions of the control box and connectors.  Front view of the control box:  Underside view of the control box:  Rear view of the piano (DC IN jack) ...
  • Page 9 AnyTime mode. * The AnyTimeX2 piano features a power saving mode that can turn off Do not attempt to activate/deactivate AnyTime mode while the instrument automatically after a specifi ed period of inactivity. For playing the piano as this can cause serious damage to the more information, please refer to the ‘Auto Power Off ’...
  • Page 10: Basic Operation

    AnyTimeX2 control box is turned on. Press * The AnyTimeX2 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn off the instrument automatically after a specifi ed period of inactivity. For more information, please refer to the ‘Auto Power Off ’...
  • Page 11: General Operation

    Tuning * Pressing one of the keys indicated in the above illustrations while ‘Setting Mode’ is activated will allow various settings of the AnyTimeX2 piano to be adjusted. During ‘Setting Mode', no sound will be produced when pressing one of those keys, with the exception of the keys used for adjusting the Metronome, which will produce a metronome sound when pressed.
  • Page 12: Selecting Sounds

    General Operation . Selecting Sounds The AnyTimeX2 piano features 16 realistic tones/sounds suitable for various musical styles.  Instrument Sounds Sound Name Description Concert Grand The sound of a KAWAI concert grand piano. Concert Grand 2 Mellow Grand The sound of a softly strung grand piano.
  • Page 13: Reverb

     D eactivating Setting Mode After selecting the desired sound, depress the Damper pedal to deactivate Setting Mode. * The Concert Grand sound will be selected automatically when the power is turned on. . Reverb The Reverb setting adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall.
  • Page 14: Damper Resonance

    When a note or chord is played on the piano with the damper pedal depressed, not only will the strings of the notes played vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance. The Damper Resonance function of the AnyTimeX2 piano attempts to simulate this phenomenon.  Damper Resonance Type...
  • Page 15: Tuning

    . Tuning This function allows the pitch of the AnyTimeX2 piano to be fi nely adjusted, and may prove useful when playing with other instruments.  A ctivating Setting Mode Depress the Soft pedal While holding the Soft pedal, press and Release the Soft pedal, hold the top-most ‘C’...
  • Page 16: Transpose

    General Operation . Transpose The transpose function allows the key of the AnyTimeX2 piano to be raised or lowered in half steps. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments with diff erent tones, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another key.
  • Page 17: Metronome

    . Metronome Rhythm is one of the most important elements when learning music. It is important to practice playing the piano at the correct tempo and with a steady rhythm. The metronome function helps learners to achieve this by providing a steady beat to perform to. ...
  • Page 18 General Operation * The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10-300 BPM. Press F#5 and G5, or G#5 and A5 keys simultaneously to restore the metronome tempo to the default value of 120 BPM. * The metronome volume can be adjusted within the range of 1-10. Press C#6 and D6 keys simultaneously to restore the metronome volume to the default value of ‘5’.
  • Page 19: Midi Channel

    The term MIDI is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, an international standard for connecting synthesizers, sequencers (MIDI recorders) and other electronic instruments in order to exchange performance data. The AnyTimeX2 piano is equipped with two MIDI jacks for exchanging data: MIDI IN and MIDI OUT. Each uses a special cable with a DIN connector.
  • Page 20  Sending/Receiving keyboard note information (i.e. which keys are pressed).  Sending/Receiving pedal information (i.e. ON/OFF data for the damper, soft and sostenuto pedals).  Receiving volume data (i.e. adjusting the volume of the AnyTimeX2 piano using a separate MIDI instrument).  Sending/Receiving exclusive data.
  • Page 21 * Press black C#3 key to allow MIDI information to be received from all channels. This is often referred to as ‘OMNI ON’. If, a specifi c MIDI channel is selected, the AnyTimeX2 piano will be set to ‘OMNI OFF’ and data will only be received on that specifi ed channel.
  • Page 22: Local Control

    This function determines whether the AnyTimeX2 piano will play a sound when the keyboard is played. With Local Control set to ‘On’, the AnyTimeX2 piano will play a sound when the keyboard is played. However, even with Local Control set to ‘Off ’, the AnyTimeX2 piano keyboard will continue to transmit data on the selected MIDI channel to an external MIDI device or personal computer.
  • Page 23: Auto Power Off

    . Auto Power Off The AnyTimeX2 Piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specifi ed period of inactivity.  Auto Power Off Settings Auto Power Off Description The Auto Power Off function is disabled.
  • Page 24: Appendix

    Appendix Specifi cations  KAWAI Model ATX2-p Polyphony Maximum 192 notes Sounds Concert Grand, Concert Grand 2, Mellow Grand, Mellow Grand 2, Modern Piano, Classic E. Piano, Modern E.P., Jazz Organ, Church Organ, Harpsichord, Vibraphone, String Ensemble, Choir, Concert Grand + Slow Strings, Classic E.Piano + Slow Strings, Church Organ + Choir...
  • Page 25: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI Implementation Chart  KAWAI Model ATX2-p Date : JAN 2014 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 26: Maintenance Precautions

    Appendix Maintenance Precautions Please read the following information before attempting maintenance/servicing of the AnyTimeX2 piano.  Lowering the Sensor Rail 1. Remove the four screws from the points shown below, then raise the hammer rail. Hammer Rail Screws 2. While holding the hammer rail, lower the sensor rail forward gently.
  • Page 27 When removing the action, be sure to disconnect both Sensor Connector the sensor connector and the earth/ground wire. Earth/Ground Wire When removing the muting wire from the action, fi rst loosen the two adjustment screws on the Hammer Rail Stopper Arm. Hammer Rail Stopper Arm...
  • Page 28 AnyTimeX2 Owner’s Manual (ATX2-p) Printed in Indonesia 990540 Copyright © 2014 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. OM243E-S1401...

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