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- Page 1 Preparation Before Use Playing the Piano Internal Songs KDP70 Owner’s Manual Recorder Settings Appendix...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this Kawai digital piano. This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the KDP70 digital piano. Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.
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Page 3: Preface
The Playing the Piano section (page 12) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing the KDP70 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 17) includes information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, Concert Magic songs, and Lesson function. -
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 product should be serviced by quali ed service personnel when: G The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged. G Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product. G The product has been exposed to rain. G The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Settings Preface ..........Important Safety Instructions . -
Page 10: Part Names And Functions
KDP70 a POWER switch g METRONOME button This switch is used to turn the KDP70 digital piano on/off. This button is used to turn the metronome function on/off, and Be sure to turn off the instrument after playing. also to adjust its tempo, time signature, and volume settings. -
Page 11: Setting Up The Piano
Use the jacks located beneath the keyboard on the left hand A pedal support bolt is attached at the base of the pedal board side, to connect stereo headphones to the KDP70 digital piano. to aid stability when the pedals are pushed. Turn the bolt anti- clockwise until it makes contact with the floor and supports the pedals firmly. -
Page 12: Selecting Sounds
Selecting Sounds The KDP70 digital piano features 15 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 Sound name... -
Page 13: Using The Pedals
Do not attempt to clean the pedals using rust-removing solvents, abrasives or files. Grand Feel pedal system The KDP70 digital piano features the new Grand Feel pedal system, which replicates the sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedal weighting of Kawai’s EX Concert Grand piano. -
Page 14: 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. Enabling Dual Mode Press and hold the SOUND SELECT button, then press two of the lowest 15 white keys simultaneously. The sounds corresponding to the two keys will be layered together. -
Page 15: Four Hands Mode
Four Hands Mode The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, with the sustain (right) and soft (left) pedal acting as independent sustain pedals for each section. The octave/pitch of each section is also adjusted, allowing two people to perform piano duets within the same key range using a single instrument. ... -
Page 16: Metronome
Metronome 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 the METRONOME button. The metronome will start to count and the LED indicator for the METRONOME button will turn on, indicating that the metronome is in use. -
Page 17: Demo Songs
Demo Songs The KDP70 digital piano includes a selection of demonstration songs to introduce each internal sound. Demo songs Sound name Song name Composer Concert Grand Hungarian Rhapsodies No.6 Liszt Concert Grand 2 Petit Chien Chopin Studio Grand Original... -
Page 18: Concert Magic
Concert Magic The Concert Magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 40 pre-programmed songs, then tapping the keyboard with a steady rhythm and tempo. The Concert Magic songs are categorised by group and assigned to the lowest 40 white keys of the keyboard. For a complete listing of available Concert Magic songs, please refer to page 22 of this owner’s manual. -
Page 19: Concert Magic Demo Modes
* When the selected song finishes, the next song in the same category will start to play automatically. Random Play Press the CONCERT MAGIC button and then press the LESSON button. The KDP70 digital piano will play back the first Concert Magic song, followed by the remaining 39 Concert Magic songs in random order. -
Page 20: Concert Magic Mode
Concert Magic Concert Magic Mode The Concert Magic Mode setting changes the Concert Magic playing mode, allowing all Concert Magic songs to be played by simply tapping any key with a constant steady beat, regardless of the song arrangement type. ... -
Page 21: Concert Magic Song Arrangement Types
Concert Magic song arrangement types Concert Magic songs are divided into three different arrangement types: Easy Beat (EB), Melody Play (MP), and Skillful (SK). Each arrangement type requires a different level of skill to be performed correctly. Easy Beat These are the easiest songs to play. -
Page 22: Concert Magic Song List
Concert Magic Concert Magic song list Song Name Type Song Name Type Children’s Songs Classical Selections Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star William Tell Overture I’m A Little Teapot Andante from Symphony No.94 (Haydn) Mary Had A Little Lamb Für Elise London Bridge Clair De Lune Row, Row, Row Your Boat Skater’s Waltz... -
Page 23: 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 48 of this owner’s manual. -
Page 24: 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 25: 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. The LED indicators for the METRONOME and SOUND SELECT buttons are used to indicate which part (left or right-hand) of the selected lesson song is muted/active. -
Page 26: Recorder
Recorder The KDP70 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. Entering song recorder mode zPress the REC button. The LED indicator for the REC button will start to flash, to indicate that the piano is in recording standby mode. -
Page 27: 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. * The selected song will start to play when the PLAY/STOP button is released. -
Page 28: Keyboard And Sound Settings
Keyboard and Sound Settings The KDP70’s keyboard and sound settings allow various aspects of the instrument to be adjusted. Keyboard and Sound Settings Setting name Explanation Default setting Damper Resonance Adjust the resonance that is heard when depressing the damper pedal. -
Page 29: 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 KDP70 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance to be changed. -
Page 30: Reverb
Keyboard and Sound Settings Reverb The Reverb setting adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, 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. ... -
Page 31: Touch
Touch As with an acoustic piano, the KDP70 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 system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’. -
Page 32: Tuning
Keyboard and Sound Settings Tuning The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the KDP70 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments. Adjusting the Tuning setting: Method 1 ... -
Page 33: Transpose
Transpose The Key Transpose setting allows the pitch of the KDP70 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 34: Midi Settings
For both receiving and transmitting, channels 1-16 can be used. Recording/playing with a sequencer When connected to a sequencer, the KDP70 digital piano can be used to record and playback multi-track songs, with separate sounds playing simultaneously on each channel. - Page 35 * Please refer to the ‘MIDI Implementation Chart’ on page 51 for further * Multi-timbral mode setting must be enabled. information regarding the MIDI capabilities of the KDP70 digital piano. MIDI settings Function name Explanation...
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Page 36: Transmit Midi Program Change
MIDI Settings Transmit MIDI Program Change The Send Program Change Number setting determines whether or not the KDP70 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 37: Midi Channel (Transmit/Receive)
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 METRONOME and SOUND SELECT buttons, then press the key assigned to the desired MIDI channel. * The MIDI channel can be specified within the range of 1-16. -
Page 38: Local Control
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 KDP70 digital piano to control an external MIDI device. Local Control settings... -
Page 39: Multi-Timbral Mode
Multi-timbral Mode The Multi-timbral mode setting determines whether or not the KDP70 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 40: Power Settings
Power Settings Auto Power Off The KDP70 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 41: Connecting To Other Devices
When a pair of headphones is connected, sound will not be produced by the speakers. PEDAL connector This connector is used to connect the pedal board to the KDP70 digital piano (see page 46). MIDI IN/OUT jacks These jacks are used to connect the KDP70 digital piano to external MIDI devices, such as a sound module, or a computer with a MIDI interface. -
Page 42: Troubleshooting
The KDP70 digital piano attempts to reproduce the rich variety of tones created by an acoustic grand piano as accurately as possible. This includes damper resonances and other subtle effects that contribute to Strange sounds or noises are heard the overall piano playing experience. -
Page 43: Assembly Instructions
Please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the KDP70 digital piano. Please ensure that two or more people work on assembling the KDP70 digital piano, especially when lifting the main body of the instrument onto the stand in step 3. - Page 44 Assembly Instructions 1. Assembling the side panels b, 2. Attaching the back board c and pedal board d Allow the assembled pedal board and side panels to stand upright (vertically) on the floor. Unfasten and extend the pedal connection cable attached to the bottom of the pedal board d.
- Page 45 3. Mounting the main body a Secure the main body to the stand from below, using the four Ensure that two or more people undertake the screws (with the flat washer and spring washer) g. following step of the assembly process. Lift the main body a and carefully place it onto the stand.
- Page 46 4. Connecting the pedal cable and 6. Adjusting the pedal support bolt AC/DC adaptor Turn the pedal support bolt anti-clockwise until it makes contact with the floor and supports the pedals firmly. Connect the pedal cable to the PEDAL terminal located on the underside of the main body.
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Page 47: Demo Song List
Liszt Concert Grand 2 (Petit Chien) Chopin Studio Grand (Original) Modern Piano (Original) Classic E.Piano (Original) Kawai Modern E.Piano (Original) Jazz Organ (Original) Church Organ (Chorale Prelude “Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme.”) Bach Harpsichord (French Suite No.6) Vibraphone (Original) Kawai String Ensemble (Le quattro stagioni: la “Primavera”) -
Page 48: Lesson Function Song Lists
Lesson Function Song Lists US, Canada, Australasia 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... - Page 49 Lesson Function Song Lists Rest of the World Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100) Czerny 30 (Etudes de Mécanisme, Opus 849) La candeur No. 1 Arabesque No. 2 Pastorale No. 3 Petite réunion No. 4 Innocence No. 5 Progrès No.
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Page 50: Specifications
Specifications Kawai KDP70 digital piano Keyboard 88 weighted keys Responsive Hammer Compact (RHC) Sound Source Harmonic Imaging™ (HI), 88-key piano sampling Internal Sounds Concert Grand, Concert Grand 2, Studio Grand, Modern Piano, Classic E.Piano, Modern E.Piano, Jazz Organ, Church Organ, Harpsichord, Vibraphone, String Ensemble, Slow Strings, Choir,... -
Page 51: Midi Implementation Chart
MIDI Implementation Chart Kawai KDP70 digital piano Date : July 2018 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 53: Operation Guide
Operation Guide My Wild Irish Rose Romance De L’ amour Funiculì Funiculà Santa Lucia Chiapanecas When Irish Eyes Are Smiling Pomp And Circumstance Wedding March Bridal Chorus Waltz Of The Flowers Gavotte (Gossec) Heavy Blue Danube Waltz Normal Skater’ s Waltz Light Clair De Lune Für Elise... - Page 56 KDP70 Owner’s Manual KPSZ-1024 OW1121E-S1808 Printed in Indonesia Copyright © 2018 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved. 819073-R100...