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C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL
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VARIO Digital System
User Manual
Version of this document: 011EN
Last updated 11 May 2021
Further information, as well as audio files and videos
are available on our website:
https://www.bechstein-digital.com/
The latest versions of this document in German
and other languages are also available as PDF files.
© 2019-2021, C. Bechstein Digital GmbH

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  • Page 1 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL VARIO Digital System User Manual Version of this document: 011EN Last updated 11 May 2021 Further information, as well as audio files and videos are available on our website: https://www.bechstein-digital.com/ The latest versions of this document in German and other languages are also available as PDF files.
  • Page 2 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL INDEX Welcome Getting Started Power on: The first contact with your new VARIO Installation of the VARIO app Introduction Installation on iOS/iPadOS Installation on Android Updates Operating the VARIO Digital System without app...
  • Page 3 BASIC CONCEPT AND DESIGN PRINCIPLES For a good understanding of the many possibilities offered by your VARIO device, it is helpful to take a look at the basic concept and our design principles: VARIO duet version of the VARIO digital system...
  • Page 4 ENHANCING YOUR PIANO EXPERIENCE A SUSTAINABLE PRODUCT We think that modern, high-quality music software can The VARIO digital system is designed to last a long boost your creativity and that premium apps can enhance time. While the lifetime of an acoustic piano spans your acoustic piano experience.

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL 2. GETTING STARTED 2.1 Power on: The first contact with your new VARIO This section assumes that the VARIO system has already been installed on your upright or grand piano. Generally, your dealer will have ensured that your instrument is in perfect condition.
  • Page 6 Below the keyboard is a handle to activate the hammer stop bar and thus mute the acoustic instrument. VARIO system sockets and volume knob for Zimmermann pianos Once you’ve enjoyed the first notes, you’ll certainly be looking forward to more sounds from the VARIO system.
  • Page 7 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL Press the button one more time and you hear again the first sound mode. Using the VARIO app, you can store up to four sound modes as “favorites” in VARIO system. For details on storing favorites, see the user manual at https://service.bechstein-digital.com/...
  • Page 8 The C. Bechstein VARIO app is designed to work in perfect synergy with our acoustic pianos. It is compatible with both Android and Apple operating systems for mobile devices and its user interface blends in with your piano’s...
  • Page 9 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL 3.2 Installation on iOS/iPadOS The VARIO app for iOS and iPadOS is available free of charge in the Apple App Store, provided you have a customer account (Apple ID), also free of charge. Please proceed as follows to download and install the VARIO app: •...
  • Page 10 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL 3.3 Installation on Android The VARIO app for Android OS is available free of charge on Google Play, provided you have a Google account (also free of charge). Please proceed as follows to download and install the VARIO app: •...
  • Page 11 • the version of the firmware installed on your system. corner of the screen) and click “Firmware” (bottom) The VARIO app will recommend an update if a new version On Android open the Settings menu (upper left • is available.
  • Page 12 It may also be necessary to set the key and pedal parameters after recalibration. Please note that the dynamism curve may need a reset after an update. For more information on the use of the VARIO app, see the user manual at https://service.bechstein-digital.com/...
  • Page 13 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL 4. OPERATING THE VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM WITHOUT APP With firmware version 1.1.0 or later, the VARIO duet can This is how app-free operation works: also be operated without using an app. The keyboard sensors of the VARIO must be calibrated for this purpose.
  • Page 14 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL 5. VARIO HEADPHONES DESIGNED FOR THE VARIO We have designed the VARIO headphones as an integral part of the digital system, focusing on both high fidelity sound and optimal wearing comfort for both adults and children.

  • Page 15: Specifications

    C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL Specifications Transducer design Dynamic, open, ear-enclosing Driver 50 mm ø, neodymium driver Audio transmission range 20 Hz-20 kHz Dynamics 95 dB (1 mW) Input impedance 32 Ω Pressure force ~ 3.5 N Connections 3.5 mm socket on the headset...
  • Page 16 CABLES AND JACK ADAPTERS The headphones are equipped with a cable long enough to let you plug them into either the VARIO system or your mobile device positioned on the piano. The adapter from 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm is provided for this purpose.

  • Page 17: Display Stand

    C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL 6. DISPLAY STAND A two-part display stand made of non-slip rubber is supplied with the VARIO digital system for positioning a smartphone/tablet on the music rack of your C. Bechstein, W.Hoffmann or Zimmermann piano.
  • Page 18 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL 7. CONNECTIVITY OF THE VARIO DUET ❶ Lightning + Camera Connection Kit: MIDI iPad mini (5th gen.), iPad Air (3th gen.), iPad (5th gen. 2017), iPhone (iPhone 6S, 2015 and later), iPod touch (7th gen.) ❷...

  • Page 19: Important Notes

    C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL 8. IMPORTANT NOTES INFORMATION FOR SAFE HANDLING • Do not turn on the system in the following cases: - Liquids or objects have got into the We focused on maximum risk prevention while developing modules or the instrument.

  • Page 20: Technical Data

    Metronome (iOS only) Flexible setting options, choice of clock sounds, multiple sounds Software update VARIO app on iOS via App Store, VARIO app on Android via Google Play. Firmware update via app. Sound generation Sampling Source of the main sound C. Bechstein Concert D 282 grand piano...
  • Page 21 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL Key noise Yes, adjustable Release samples Yes, adjustable Sympathetic string resonance Yes, adjustable Sympathetic damper resonance Yes, adjustable Una corda Sostenuto Forte pedal half position Tuning/Tuning +/- 100 cent Transpose +/- 24 semitones...
  • Page 22 C. BECHSTEIN VARIO DIGITAL SYSTEM · USER MANUAL Power supply Input voltage, power supply unit 110-240 V Power consumption 6.3 W in normal operation (plus connected devices if required, see below) Optional power supply for connected 5 V/0.9 A, 9 V/1 A, 15 V/1 A, 20 V/2.5 A...

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