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USER'S GUIDE
Initial Setup
Power Preparation
Playing the Digital Piano
Selecting a Tone
Changing Sound Reverberation and Ambiance
Using Sound Mode
Effects (Hall Simulator/
Reverb and Surround)
Recording Performances in Real-Time
Recording a
Performance with the
MIDI Recorder
AP550/APS450-E-2A
AP - 550
AP - S450
Turning the Power On/Off
Layering Two Tones
(Layer)
Using Chorus
Recording a
Performance with the
Audio Recorder
Using the Pedals
Splitting Left and
Right Keys (Split)
Adjusting the Sound
Characteristics of the
Acoustic Piano Presets
(Acoustic Simulator)
Check the Sound of
Your Performance
Listening back to a
Performance
Immediately
(Instant RePlayer)
Using Headphones
Using the Metronome
Changing the Pitch
Changing the Pitch in
Semitone Steps
(Transpose)
Connecting with a
Smart Device
Using the Dedicated App
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  • Page 1 Cover AP - 550 AP - S450 USER’S GUIDE Initial Setup Power Preparation Turning the Power On/Off Using the Pedals Using Headphones Playing the Digital Piano Splitting Left and Selecting a Tone Layering Two Tones Using the Metronome Right Keys (Split) (Layer) Changing Sound Reverberation and Ambiance Changing the Pitch...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Top Panel of the Piano (AP-550 only) ....... . .
  • Page 3 Setting Lid Simulator (AP-550 only) ........
  • Page 4 Contents Listening to Songs EN-64 Types of Data that Can Be Played Back........EN-64 Playing MIDI Data .
  • Page 5 Contents Inserting/Removing a USB Flash Drive from the Digital Piano ..... . . EN-94 Formatting a USB Flash Drive ..........EN-95 Operations with a USB Flash Drive.
  • Page 6 Contents Adjusting Volume Balance ..........EN-123 Keyboard Volume .

  • Page 7: Overview Of The Piano

    Overview of the Piano “4 Overview of the Piano Part Names and Functions Illustration of AP-550. Touch buttons Underside EN-6...
  • Page 8 Overview of the Piano 1 FUNCTION button Used for basic settings. 2 SOUND MODE button Used to change settings such as [SOUND MODE]. 3 METRONOME button Used to turn the metronome On/Off. 4 a button Used to play/stop a song. 5 0(REC) button Used to record performances.

  • Page 9: Preparation Before Playing

    Preparation before Playing Preparation before Playing Power Preparation Use the AC adaptor (JEITA standard, with unified polarity plug) supplied with the Digital Piano. Use of other AC adaptors may cause smoke or malfunction. Model of AC adaptor included with the Digital Piano: AD-E24250LW Connect in the order of using the supplied power cord.

  • Page 10: Keyboard Cover

    Preparation before Playing Keyboard Cover Be sure to open the keyboard cover completely before playing the piano. • When opening and closing the keyboard cover, be careful not to get the hands or fingers of yourself and others (especially children) caught in the keyboard cover. •...

  • Page 11: Closing The Keyboard Cover

    Preparation before Playing Closing the Keyboard Cover. Place both hands in the recess of the keyboard cover and slowly pull it toward you until it is completely closed. EN-10...

  • Page 12: Turning The Power On/Off

    Preparation before Playing Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Power On Press the “P(Power)” button to turn the piano on. • When the power is turned on, each touch button will blink while the Digital Piano is starting up. When all touch buttons are lit up, the piano is ready for use. •...

  • Page 13: Turning The Power Off

    Preparation before Playing Turning the Power Off Press and hold the “P(Power)” button for about 2 seconds. • After the power is turned off using the “P(Power)” button, Digital Piano will still be in standby mode, with a small current flowing through it. Always disconnect the AC adaptor from the power outlet when you do not intend to use the Digital Piano for an extended period of time, or when there is a risk of a lightning strike.

  • Page 14: Using The Supplied Wireless Midi & Audio Adaptor

    Preparation before Playing Using the Supplied Wireless MIDI & audio adaptor ® To connect the Digital Piano to an external device that supports Bluetooth wireless technology, attach the Wireless MIDI & audio adaptor to the USB Type A terminal. Wireless MIDI & audio adaptor USB Type A terminal Connecting to Bluetooth Audio-Enabled Devices By making a Bluetooth audio connection between this Digital Piano and a smart device, you can...

  • Page 15: Using Headphones

    Preparation before Playing Using Headphones Headphones allow you to enjoy playing at night without worrying about your surroundings. Turn down the volume on the Digital Piano before connecting headphones. PHONES/OUTPUT terminals Stereo standard phone jacks (TRS phone) • Do not use headphones for long periods of time at high volume. This may result in hearing impairment.

  • Page 16: Using The Music Stand

    Preparation before Playing Using the Music Stand AP-550 Insert the music stand into the groove on the top surface of the main Digital Piano’s housing. Music stand AP-S450 Insert the music stand legs into the two holes on the top surface of the main Digital Piano.

  • Page 17: The Top Panel Of The Piano (Ap-550 Only

    Preparation before Playing The Top Panel of the Piano (AP-550 only) • Always open and close the top panel with both hands and be careful not to get your fingers caught. • Do not force the top panel to open further backward. This may cause damage.

  • Page 18: Closing The Top Panel Of The Piano

    Preparation before Playing Closing the Top Panel of the Piano Lift the top panel gently upward. Slowly lower the top panel while pushing the metal fittings supporting the top panel backward with your fingers. • To prevent the top panel from closing too vigorously, the metal fittings may temporarily stop in the middle area.

  • Page 19: Read This First (Basic Operations And Settings

    Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Notation in this Document Notation of Function Names and their Setting Options This manual describes how to make settings for the various functions. To make it easier to distinguish between the names of functions and the setting options for those functions, the names of functions are enclosed in [ ], and the setting options for those functions are enclosed in <...

  • Page 20: Touch Button Operation

    Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Touch Button Operation When the Digital Piano is turned on, the touch buttons on the left hand panel light up. After no operation for 15 seconds, the lights on the left panel go off. When the lights are off, the touch buttons will light up again if you touch the left panel.

  • Page 21: Operation Of The Touch Buttons Alone

    Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Operation of the Touch Buttons Alone Touching a button (touch firmly with fingertip and release immediately) will execute the function of that button. Button Function SOUND MODE Switches between <On> and <Off> for [Hall Simulator/Reverb] and [Surround]. METRONOME The metronome starts (or stops).

  • Page 22: Touch Button And Keyboard Combination Operation

    Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Touch Button and Keyboard Combination Operation By using the touch buttons (except for the “0(REC)” button) and the keyboard at the same time, you can change various settings. • The items to be set vary depending on the touch button pressed. •...
  • Page 23 Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) • Holding down a key changes the setting value continuously in increments. • Pressing two keys together will return the value to the initial setting (default value). Example: Setting the tempo While holding down the “METRONOME”...
  • Page 24 Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Inputting Setting Values Using the Keys 0 to 9 (operation type C) • For example, to enter “2”, press the “2” keyboard key. To enter “20”, press the “2” keyboard key followed by the “0” keyboard key. Example: Setting the tempo While holding down the METRONOME button, press a key from A0 to F{1 (tempo number setting).
  • Page 25 Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) • Each time the key is pressed, the setting is changed. • When the key is pressed, a sound is played according to the set value. Example: Locking button operations While holding down the “FUNCTION”...
  • Page 26 Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Putting in Standby Mode, and Executing on Next Key Press (operation type E) Example: Performing a Factory Reset While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the A0 key (Factory Reset) to enter standby mode. •...

  • Page 27: Notification Tones

    Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Notification Tones When the touch buttons and keyboard are operated in combination, a notification tone sounds when the key is pressed to inform the user of the result of the operation. Notification Tone Types Notification Tone Details of Notification Type...

  • Page 28: How The Visual Information Bar Displays For Various Settings

    Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) How the Visual Information Bar Displays for Various Settings When a touch button is held down and one key is pressed in succession to switch to a different setting value, the Visual Information Bar blinks according to the current setting value. The blinking light indicating the setting value moves from the left side to the right.
  • Page 29 Read This First (Basic Operations and Settings) Lighting Example (when there are two options for the setting item) Setting Value Visual Information Bar Display Example Lighting Example (when there are three options for the setting item) Setting Value Visual Information Bar Display Example Value 1 Value 2...

  • Page 30: Listening To A Demo Performance

    Listening to a Demo Performance Listening to a Demo Performance Playing the Demo Performance Hold down the “FUNCTION” button and press the “SOUND MODE” button. • Playback of the demo songs (2 songs) will start. Refer to the “Demo Song List”...

  • Page 31: Ending Demo Performance

    Listening to a Demo Performance Ending Demo Performance Touch the “a” button. • Touch buttons that were unlit while the demo songs were playing will light again. EN-30...

  • Page 32: Playing

    Playing Playing Selecting a Tone The piano has 25 built-in tones for all keys, including a grand piano tone scheme, and one bass tone scheme dedicated to the bass section. • The tone names are marked above the keys. For more information, see “Using the keyboard to select tones”.

  • Page 33: Selecting A Single Tone

    Playing Selecting a Single Tone Using the keyboard to select tones Hold down the “GRAND PIANO” button and press one of the E3 to F5 keys. Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) • See “Tone list” for the tones available for each key. E3 - F5 Selecting Tones in Order of the Tone List While holding down the “GRAND PIANO”...

  • Page 34: Layering Two Tones (Layer

    Playing Layering Two Tones (Layer) You can have two tones sounding simultaneously when playing the keyboard. Since the tones are layered over each other, this feature is called Layer. The first tone selected is called the Upper1 part tone and the second tone selected is called the Upper2 part tone. When [Layer] is set to <On>, Upper1 and Upper2 parts will both sound at the same time.
  • Page 35 Playing Selecting the Upper2 Part Tone You can select the Upper2 part tone when Layer is set to On. Turn [Layer] <On>. While holding down the “GRAND PIANO” button, press one of the E3 to E5 keys to select the tone for the Upper2 part. Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) E3 - E5 •...

  • Page 36: Splitting Left And Right Keys (Split

    Playing Splitting Left and Right Keys (Split) You can select a tone dedicated to the bass section <BASS (LOWER)> to play bass notes in the bass section of the keyboard. This usage is called Split, since the entire keyboard is split into left and right. The tone of the bass section is called Lower Tone Section, and the tone of the treble section is called Upper1 Tone Section.

  • Page 37: Splitting The Keyboard Into Left And Right For Two-Person Performance (Duet

    Playing Splitting the Keyboard into Left and Right for Two-Person Performance (Duet) What is a Duet? You can have the same pitch range on the right and left sides from the center of the keyboard. This can be used when a teacher plays a model performance on the left side and the student plays the same melody on the right side.

  • Page 38: Using The Duet Function

    Playing Using the Duet Function While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the F2 key (Duet Mode). Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) • Default value: Off Setting Value Notification Tone Setting Details Tone for Off Turn off Duet.

  • Page 39: Changing The Pitch Range

    Playing Changing the Pitch Range For both the left and right keyboard, the range can be changed from –2 to +2 octaves. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the corresponding key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) F 2 - A2 Left-Side Keyboard Settings •...

  • Page 40: Using The Pedals

    Soft pedal When this pedal is pressed down during a performance, it not only weakens the notes played on the keyboard after the pedal is pressed, but also makes the tone softer. AP-550 supports half-pedal operation. Sostenuto Pedal The sound of the note you are holding at the time you press this pedal will remain, even if you release the key, this lasts until you release the pedal.

  • Page 41: Using The Metronome

    Using the Metronome Using the Metronome Metronome On/Off The metronome beats at regular intervals. Using the metronome allows you to practice playing at a constant tempo. As soon as the metronome starts, the beat indicator and Visual Information Bar light up in time with the beat and tempo.

  • Page 42: Setting The Beat

    Using the Metronome Setting the Beat While holding down the “METRONOME” button, press any one of the C{3 to B}3 keys. Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) C 3 - B 3 • Default value: 4 Setting Value Setting Details Only a click sounds on each beat.

  • Page 43: Setting A Tempo

    Using the Metronome Setting a Tempo Entering Tempo as a Number Set the tempo for the metronome or song playback within the range of 20 to 255 (beats/minute). While holding down the METRONOME button, use the A0 to F{1 keys (tempo number setting) to enter the tempo setting value.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Volume

    Using the Metronome Setting the Tempo Yourself By Tapping a Key (Tap Tempo) While holding down the “METRONOME” button, press the B}2 key (Tap Tempo) two or more times in succession. • The tempo will be based on the interval between your key taps. Adjusting the Volume While holding down the “METRONOME”...

  • Page 45: Applying Effects To Sound

    Applying Effects to Sound Applying Effects to Sound Using Sound Mode Effects (Hall Simulator/Reverb and Surround) Each time the “SOUND MODE” button is touched, effects are switched on and off in turn. Hall Simulator/Reverb This effect adds reverberation to the sound. Hall Simulator This effect simulates the different acoustic characteristics of world-famous concert halls and buildings.

  • Page 46: Selecting Hall Simulator/Reverb Presets

    Applying Effects to Sound Selecting Hall Simulator/Reverb Presets While holding down the “SOUND MODE” button, press any one of the A0 to A}1 keys. Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) A0 - A 1 • Default value: Hall 3 Hall Simulator Setting Value Setting Details...

  • Page 47: Adjusting Applied Hall Simulator/Reverb

    Applying Effects to Sound Adjusting Applied Hall Simulator/Reverb While holding down the “SOUND MODE” button, press the corresponding key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) D2 - F2 • Setting value: 0 (no effect) to 42 (maximum depth) A separator tone sounds when the set value becomes a multiple of 10.

  • Page 48: Using Chorus

    Applying Effects to Sound Using Chorus [Chorus] layers sounds to add depth. While holding down the “SOUND MODE” button, press one of the C7 to E7 keys. Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) C7 - E7 • Default value: Tone Setting Value Setting Details Tone...

  • Page 49: Adjusting Brilliance

    Applying Effects to Sound Adjusting Brilliance [Brilliance] allows you to adjust the brightness of the sound. While holding down the “SOUND MODE” button, press the B2 or C3 key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) •...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Sound Characteristics Of The Acoustic Piano Presets (Acoustic Simulator

    Applying Effects to Sound Adjusting the Sound Characteristics of the Acoustic Piano Presets (Acoustic Simulator) The piano tones of this Digital Piano have built-in elements that characterize the sound of an acoustic piano. Each of the tone characteristics can be adjusted. Setting the String Resonance When playing acoustic piano, the strings, which are the overtones of the keys you play, resonate.

  • Page 51: Setting Damper Resonance

    Applying Effects to Sound Setting Damper Resonance When pressing the damper pedal of an acoustic piano, the strings of all 88 keys are released, meaning all the strings that are harmonics of the played keys resonate. Adjust the degree of resonance by setting [Damper Resonance].

  • Page 52: Setting Damper Noise

    Applying Effects to Sound Setting Damper Noise When pressing the damper pedal on an acoustic piano, a small noise is produced when the damper moves away from the piano wire. Adjust the volume of the noise by setting [Damper Noise]. While holding down the “SOUND MODE”...

  • Page 53: Setting Key On Action Noise

    Applying Effects to Sound Setting Key On Action Noise When playing the keys very softly on an acoustic piano, the hammers do not reach the strings and only the mechanical action (noise) of the piano is heard. Adjust the volume of the noise by setting [Key On Action Noise].

  • Page 54: Setting Key Off Action Noise

    Applying Effects to Sound Setting Key Off Action Noise When a finger is removed from the keyboard of an acoustic piano, this generates mechanical piano action (noise). Adjust the volume of the noise by setting [Key Off Action Noise]. While holding down the “SOUND MODE” button, press one of the C{5 to F{5 keys.

  • Page 55: Setting Lid Simulator (Ap-550 Only

    Applying Effects to Sound Setting Lid Simulator (AP-550 only) The sound quality of a grand piano changes depending on how open the lid is. With this Digital Piano, when you adjust the opening of the lid using the [Lid Simulator], the change in sound quality is simulated using digital processing.

  • Page 56: Adjusting Key Touch

    Adjusting Key Touch Adjusting Key Touch Changing the Volume Made by the Strength of Pressure Placed on a Key (Touch Response) The [Touch Response] function changes the volume according to the strength (speed) with which a player presses a key. The [Touch Response] function enables the volume and sound quality to change according to the strength (speed) with which a player presses a key, just like an acoustic piano, enriching the expression of performances.

  • Page 57: Changing The Sensitivity Of Touch Response

    Adjusting Key Touch Changing the Sensitivity of Touch Response While holding down the “GRAND PIANO” button, press one of the E}1 to A}1 keys. Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) E 1 - A 1 • Default value: 3 Setting Value Setting Details Cancels Touch Response.

  • Page 58: Adjust The Timing Of Key Press To Sound (Hammer Response

    Adjusting Key Touch Adjust the Timing of Key Press to Sound (Hammer Response) On an acoustic piano, the size of the hammer that strikes the strings is different for each key range, so the timing of sound production differs depending on the key range. Adjusts the timing between when a key is pressed and when a note sounds.

  • Page 59: Adjust The Timing Of Mute During Key Release (Key Off Response

    Adjusting Key Touch Adjust the Timing of Mute During Key Release (Key Off Response) On a grand piano, when you release a key, the damper comes down on the strings and the sound stops. The Key Off Response function digitally simulates the timing of when a note stops sounding based on movement during key release.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Pitch Of Sound

    Adjusting the Pitch of Sound Adjusting the Pitch of Sound Changing the Pitch in Semitone Steps (Transpose) Raise or lower the overall pitch of the note in semitone steps. This is useful when you want to play a difficult key in a familiar key, or when you want to raise or lower the key of the accompaniment to match the pitch of a singer’s voice.

  • Page 61: Fine-Tuning (A-Tuning

    Adjusting the Pitch of Sound Fine-tuning (A-tuning) Shift the overall pitch of the instrument slightly. Set the frequency of the A4 note in the range of 415.5 to 465.9 Hz (default 440.0 Hz). Tuning Select 440.0 Hz or 442.0 Hz While holding down the “FUNCTION”...

  • Page 62: Shifting By Octaves (Octave Shift

    Adjusting the Pitch of Sound Shifting by Octaves (Octave Shift) The pitch of the sound can be raised or lowered in octaves. Each part (Upper1 and Upper2) can be set independently when using [Layer]. For more information about layers and their respective parts, see “Layering Two Tones (Layer)”.

  • Page 63: Changing The Scale Tuning (Temperament) Of The Keyboard

    Adjusting the Pitch of Sound Changing the Scale Tuning (Temperament) of the Keyboard By setting the scale of the keys, you can play music (Indian, Arabic, classical, etc.) that uses a scale other than the regular temperament (12 equal temperament). You can choose your favorite scale from 17 scales.

  • Page 64: Setting The Scale Tuning Base Note

    Adjusting the Pitch of Sound Setting the Scale Tuning Base Note While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the F{4 key (Scale Tuning base note). Putting in Standby Mode, and Executing on Next Key Press (operation type E) • Do not release the “FUNCTION” button until the next operation is complete. While holding down the “FUNCTION”...

  • Page 65: Listening To Songs

    Listening to Songs Listening to Songs Types of Data that Can Be Played Back This Digital Piano is equipped to play MIDI data (including built-in songs) and audio data. MIDI Data You can playback MIDI data stored in the Digital Piano’s internal memory or USB flash drive. For more information, see “Playing MIDI Data”.

  • Page 66: Switching To Midi Recorder

    Listening to Songs Switching to MIDI Recorder The default setting for [RePlayer/Recorder] on this Digital Piano is <MIDI Recorder>. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the B3 key (MIDI Recorder). Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) • The Visual Information Bar, second from left, will blink. Selecting Songs for Playback from the Music Library Operate with <MIDI Recorder>.

  • Page 67: Select A Midi Recorder Song For Playback

    Listening to Songs Select a MIDI Recorder Song for Playback Operate with <MIDI Recorder>. Switching to MIDI Recorder While holding down the “a” button, press the A2 key (MIDI Recorder Song). Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) To start playing a song, touch the “a” button. •...
  • Page 68 Listening to Songs Hold down the “a” button and use the corresponding key to select a song. After selecting a song, press the “a” button. A0 - F 1 • Specify song numbers 0 to 99 using the A0 to F{1 keys (numbers 0 to 99 are automatically assigned to each file in ascending order of the file name).

  • Page 69: Changing The Tempo

    Listening to Songs Changing the Tempo Select the song to be played before changing the setting. While holding down the “METRONOME” button, press the corresponding key. • Sets the tempo in the range of 20 to 255 (beats per minute). A0 - F 1 C2 - A 2 Entering Tempo as a Number...

  • Page 70: Selecting Playback Part

    Listening to Songs Selecting Playback Part You can mute the right-hand or left-hand part of a song and practice playing it yourself. • Select the song to be played before changing the setting. • Set the tempo as needed. For more information, see “Changing the Tempo”.

  • Page 71: Playing Audio Data (Wav, Mp3

    Listening to Songs Playing Audio Data (WAV, MP3) Data that can be played back Audio data in the AUDIOREC folder stored on a USB flash drive can be played back. • WAV files (linear PCM, 16 bit, 44.1 kHz, stereo, extension: .WAV), file name “TAKE**.WAV” (** is 01-99) •...

  • Page 72: Selecting A Song For Playback

    Listening to Songs Selecting a Song for Playback Operate with <Audio Recorder>. Switching to Audio Recorder Hold down the “a” button and use the corresponding key to select a song. After selecting a song, release the “a” button. A0 - F 1 •...

  • Page 73: Recording A Performance

    Recording a Performance Recording a Performance MIDI Recorder and Audio Recorder Features The Digital Piano has two recording functions: a MIDI Recorder and an Audio Recorder. Depending on the type of data you want to record or play back, you will need to switch the [RePlayer/Recorder] setting between <MIDI Recorder>...
  • Page 74 Recording a Performance Audio Recorder Convert your performance into audio data and record it to a USB Flash Drive. • The sound itself is recorded as audio data, similar to recording on a portable music player or tape recorder. • Audio data files are extremely large in size compared to MIDI data. However, they have the advantage of being easy to listen to on a computer or portable music player.

  • Page 75: Playback Features

    Recording a Performance Playback Features MIDI Recorder Play the left-hand part track and the right-hand part track (both or either). • The MIDI Recorder automatically plays the internal sound source of this Digital Piano according to the performance information recorded as MIDI data. You can also: Play the keyboard along with playback of the left-hand part track and the right-hand part track Left-hand part track...

  • Page 76: Recording A Performance With The Midi Recorder

    Recording a Performance Recording a Performance with the MIDI Recorder Records keyboard performances and pedal usage as MIDI data. • Please be aware that we will not be responsible for any damages, lost profits, or any claims from third parties arising from the deletion of recorded content due to malfunction or repair of this Digital Piano.

  • Page 77: Recording

    Recording a Performance Recording Easy use of MIDI Recorder Touch the “0(REC)” button (lit white). • The “ (REC)” button will start to blink red to indicate that recording is on standby. When you start to play, recording will begin automatically. •...
  • Page 78 Recording a Performance Recording will begin when you start playing. • You can also start recording by holding down the “0(REC)” button and touching the “a” button. • The “0(REC)” button switches from a blink to a lit state, and the “a” button goes off. •...
  • Page 79 Recording a Performance Overdub Recording (record to the right-hand part track to layer over the recording of the left-hand part track) “Recording to the Left-Hand Part Track” to enter the record standby state before proceeding. Press and hold the “0(REC)” button until the “R” in the track indicator flashes. •...

  • Page 80: Erasing The Recording Of A Track

    Recording a Performance Erasing the Recording of a Track Operate with <MIDI Recorder>. Preparing to Use the MIDI Recorder Touch the “0(REC)” button (lit white). • Recording goes into standby and the “0(REC)” button blinks red. • The “L” in the track indicator will blink, and the left-hand part track will be erased. To erase the right hand-part track, press and hold the “0(REC)”...

  • Page 81: Recording A Performance With The Audio Recorder

    Recording a Performance Recording a Performance with the Audio Recorder Records keyboard performances and pedal usage as audio data. Recordings are saved in WAV file format (linear PCM, 16 bit, 44.1 kHz, stereo) to a USB flash drive connected to the USB Type A terminal.

  • Page 82: Recording Audio Recorder Songs (Wav) Directly To A Usb Flash Drive

    Recording a Performance Recording Audio Recorder Songs (WAV) directly to a USB Flash Drive Operate with <Audio Recorder>. Preparing To Use the Audio Recorder Touch the “0(REC)” button (lit white). • Recording goes into standby and the “0(REC)” button blinks red. •...

  • Page 83: Recording To The Audio Recorder While Playing Back Data Recorded To The Midi Recorder

    Recording a Performance Recording to the Audio Recorder while Playing Back Data Recorded to the MIDI Recorder While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the C{4 key (Audio Rec with MIDI playback). Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) •...
  • Page 84 Recording a Performance Recording will begin when you start playing. • The MIDI Recorder Song will play as recording begins. • You can also start recording by holding down the “0(REC)” button and touching the “a” button. • The beat indicator lights up in time with the beat. •...

  • Page 85: Deleting A Recorded File

    Recording a Performance Deleting a Recorded File Operate with <Audio Recorder>. Preparing To Use the Audio Recorder Hold down the “a” button and select the file to be deleted with the corresponding key. A0 - F 1 • Use the A0 to F{1 keys to specify the TAKE**.WAV (** is 01-99) number Inputting Setting Values Using the Keys 0 to 9 (operation type C) •...

  • Page 86: Listening Back To A Performance Immediately (Instant Replayer

    Listening back to a Performance Immediately (Instant RePlayer) Listening back to a Performance Immediately (Instant RePlayer) Instant RePlayer When practicing your playing, you may be so focused on looking at the sheet music and playing the correct keys that it is difficult to play while sound-checking your performance as well. The Instant RePlayer function allows you to easily listen back (replay) to a recording of a performance you just played, making it easy to sound-check your own performances.

  • Page 87: Simple Usage

    Listening back to a Performance Immediately (Instant RePlayer) Simple Usage Start performing. • Recording starts and the “0(REC)” button blinks slowly to indicate that recording is in progress. To replay, stop your performance and touch the “a” button • Replay starts from the note played 10 seconds before the last note played. Replay stops when replayed to the end.

  • Page 88: Listen Back Using Marks

    Listening back to a Performance Immediately (Instant RePlayer) Listen Back Using Marks What is a Mark? If you place a cue mark at the desired time during performance, you can start playback from the marked position upon replay. You can add up to 36 marks (with in 270 seconds), and specify from which mark position to start replay.
  • Page 89 Listening back to a Performance Immediately (Instant RePlayer) Example of specifying a mark When you want to start replay from the newest position (last marked position) While holding down the “a” button, press the B}0 key (replay start mark (newest)) replay from most recent cue mark. Selecting a Setting Value Directly (operation type A) •...

  • Page 90: Listen Back Using Specified Number Of Seconds

    Listening back to a Performance Immediately (Instant RePlayer) Listen Back Using Specified Number of Seconds Touching the “a” button during replay will start replay 10 seconds before the last note you played, but it is possible to replay from even earlier than 10 seconds back. For earlier than 10 seconds, you can specify the number of seconds to start replay in 5-second increments.
  • Page 91 Listening back to a Performance Immediately (Instant RePlayer) Example of specifying the number of seconds to return back to When you want replay to start 60 seconds back in time: While holding down the “a” button, press the C2 key (number of seconds to return and replay from (60 seconds back in time)).

  • Page 92: Using A Usb Flash Drive

    Using a USB Flash Drive Using a USB Flash Drive Using a Commercially Available USB Flash Drive – What You Can Do You can do the following using a commercially available USB flash drive. USB Flash Drive This Digital Piano (1) Using a file on a USB flash drive with this Digital Piano •...

  • Page 93: Preparing A Usb Flash Drive

    Using a USB Flash Drive Preparing a USB Flash Drive Supported USB Flash Drives Use FAT32 or exFAT formatted USB flash drives. • For USB flash drives with large capacities, mounting and formatting may take some time. • Depending on the performance and characteristics of the USB flash drive, it may not be possible to correctly perform recording/playback.
  • Page 94 Using a USB Flash Drive Save Load Direct Playback (Internal (USB flash recording to directly from Data Type Extension memory → drive → USB flash USB flash USB flash internal drive drive drive) memory) Audio Audio Recorder .WAV –  Song File –...

  • Page 95: Inserting/Removing A Usb Flash Drive From The Digital Piano

    Using a USB Flash Drive Inserting/Removing a USB Flash Drive from the Digital Piano • Follow the precautions in the instructions that are supplied with the USB flash drive. • Avoid storing or using the product in the places outlined below. Data on the USB flash drive may be corrupted.

  • Page 96: Formatting A Usb Flash Drive

    Using a USB Flash Drive Formatting a USB Flash Drive When a USB flash drive is formatted in this Digital Piano, a folder named “CASIO” is created in the root directory. This folder is always used when exchanging data between the Digital Piano and the USB flash drive.
  • Page 97 Using a USB Flash Drive Attach the USB Flash Drive to be formatted to the USB Type A terminal on the Digital Piano. Press and hold the “FUNCTION” button. Putting in Standby Mode, and Executing on Next Key Press (operation type E) •...

  • Page 98: Operations With A Usb Flash Drive

    Using a USB Flash Drive Operations with a USB Flash Drive Saving MIDI Recorder Songs to a USB Flash Drive Insert the USB flash drive into the USB Type A terminal of the Digital Piano. To save in SMF format (.MID), do the following: (1) Switch the Digital Piano to <MIDI Recorder>.

  • Page 99: Loading Usb Flash Drive Files Into The Digital Piano

    Using a USB Flash Drive Press key C1 (Execute). • Save is executed. During processing, the indicators above the “SOUND MODE” and “a” buttons light up sequentially, and the Visual Information Bar will indicate that it is in progress (lighting sequentially from the left). Once saving begins, release the “FUNCTION”...
  • Page 100 Using a USB Flash Drive Press and hold the “FUNCTION” button. Putting in Standby Mode, and Executing on Next Key Press (operation type E) • Do not release the “FUNCTION” button until step 7. Press the A}1 key (Load SMF/MRF). •...

  • Page 101: Deleting Usb Flash Drive Files

    Using a USB Flash Drive Deleting USB Flash Drive Files Deletes the following data from the USB flash drive • Songs stored in folders 61 to 70 in the MUSICLIB folder • RECSONG.MRF stored in the MIDIREC folder • TAKE .WAV( =01 - 99) or TAKE .MP3(...
  • Page 102 Using a USB Flash Drive Press the B1 key (Delete SMF/MRF/Audio). • The left side of the beat indicator blinks to indicate delete standby mode. Press key C1 (Execute). • Deletion is executed. During processing, the indicators above the “SOUND MODE” and “a” buttons light up sequentially, and the Visual Information Bar will indicate that it is in progress (lighting sequentially from the left).

  • Page 103: Copying Midi Song Data To A Usb Flash Drive Using A Computer

    Using a USB Flash Drive Copying MIDI Song Data to a USB Flash Drive Using a Computer You can save files in the following formats to the MUSICLIB folder in the CASIO folder created on a USB flash drive and play them on this Digital Piano. •...

  • Page 104: Connecting Wirelessly

    Connecting Wirelessly Connecting Wirelessly Connecting the Digital Piano to External Devices Wirelessly The supplied wireless MIDI & AUDIO adaptor can be used to connect the Digital Piano to external devices wirelessly. This connection uses Bluetooth wireless technology, and the following two types of connections are possible: •...

  • Page 105: Adjusting The Notification Tone Volume For Wireless Connection/Disconnection

    Connecting Wirelessly Adjusting the Notification Tone Volume for Wireless Connection/ Disconnection You can adjust the Notification Tone Volume that sounds when the wireless connection status changes. Notification Tones Notification Details Notification Tone Connected to Bluetooth audio- A piano tone with an ascending melody plays. enabled device Disconnected from a Bluetooth audio- A piano tone with a descending melody plays.

  • Page 106: Bluetooth Low Energy Midi Connectivity

    Connecting Wirelessly Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI Connectivity Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI connection between the Digital Piano and a smart device enables various operations using a dedicated app. To connect with Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI, you need to install the dedicated app on your smart device. For more information about the dedicated app, see “Downloading the App (CASIO MUSIC SPACE) for Smart...

  • Page 107: Bluetooth Audio Connectivity

    Connecting Wirelessly Bluetooth Audio Connectivity Using the supplied wireless MIDI & audio adaptor, you can pair the Digital Piano with a Bluetooth audio-enabled device (smart device) to play sound from an external device through the Digital Piano’s speakers. • When pairing, keep the volume of the Digital Piano and the external device turned down to a low level.
  • Page 108 Connecting Wirelessly If the Bluetooth Audio Connection Does Not Work Properly Clear pairing registration. • For more information, see “Clearing Pairing Registration”. If pairing registration information from this Digital Piano remains on the external device, delete it. • Delete “WU-BT10 AUDIO” from the Bluetooth settings screen of the external device. For how to do this, see the external device’s instruction manual.

  • Page 109: Clearing Pairing Registration

    Connecting Wirelessly Clearing Pairing Registration Delete pairing registrations between the Digital Piano and external devices connected via Bluetooth audio. • After executing the following operation, delete pairing registration information with this Digital Piano, even for external devices that were connected to this Digital Piano via Bluetooth audio. Delete “WU- BT10 AUDIO”...

  • Page 110: Adjusting Wireless Audio Playback Volume

    Connecting Wirelessly Adjusting Wireless Audio Playback Volume While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the B2 or C3 key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) • Setting value: 0 (silence) to 42 (maximum volume) A separator tone sounds when the set value becomes a multiple of 10.

  • Page 111: Using The Dedicated App

    • Piano Roll • Music Player See the CASIO MUSIC SPACE instruction manual for details on each function and other features. https://web.casio.com/app/en/music_space/manual/ Installing CASIO MUSIC SPACE on Your Smart Device • See “Downloads” at the following website. AP-550 https://support.casio.com/global/en/emi/manual/AP-550/ AP-S450 https://support.casio.com/global/en/emi/manual/AP-S450/ EN-110...
  • Page 112 Using the Dedicated App Connecting this Digital Piano to a Smart Device • There are two types of connections: wireless and cable. Available features vary depending on the connection method. • Do not make Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI connections and USB MIDI connections at the same time.

  • Page 113: Using With An External Device With A Cable Connection

    Using with an External Device with a Cable Connection Using with an External Device with a Cable Connection Connecting to a Computer or Smart Device and Using MIDI You can send and receive performance information (MIDI data) by connecting this Digital Piano to a computer or smart device.

  • Page 114: Connecting To A Computer

    In the settings of your computer’s music software (commercially available), select MIDI Device. • The MIDI device name is “CASIO AP-550 USB” for AP-550, and “CASIO AP-S450 USB” for AP- S450. • See the manual of your music software for information on how to select a MIDI device.

  • Page 115: Smart Device Operating Environment

    Using with an External Device with a Cable Connection Smart Device Operating Environment You can connect to smart devices and use apps that use MIDI standards. “Latest Support Information” for confirmed compatible devices. • We recommend using the devices listed in the “Tested devices (USB-MIDI connection)” section. •...

  • Page 116: Outputting The Digital Piano's Sound To An Amplifier Or Audio Equipment

    Using with an External Device with a Cable Connection Outputting the Digital Piano’s Sound to an Amplifier or Audio Equipment When connected to an audio device or an amplifier for musical instruments, you can enjoy performances with more powerful volume and sound quality in line with the speaker capabilities of those devices.

  • Page 117: Changing Settings

    Changing Settings Changing Settings Changing Upper1 Part Settings Adjusting Upper1 Part Volume While holding down the “GRAND PIANO” button, press the A0 or B}0 key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) •...

  • Page 118: Changing The Upper2 Part Settings

    Changing Settings Changing the Upper2 Part Settings Adjusting the Upper2 Part Volume While holding down the “GRAND PIANO” button, press the C{7 or D7 key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) •...

  • Page 119: Enabling/Disabling Upper2 Part Damper Pedal Effect

    Changing Settings Enabling/Disabling Upper2 Part Damper Pedal Effect Sets whether the Upper2 part damper pedal effect is applied or not. While holding down the “GRAND PIANO” button, press the G7 key (Upper2 Damper). Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) •...

  • Page 120: Changing The Lower Part Settings

    Changing Settings Changing the Lower Part Settings Adjusting the Lower Part Volume While holding down the “GRAND PIANO” button, press the A}7 or A7 key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) •...

  • Page 121: Enabling/Disabling Lower Part Damper Pedal Effect

    Changing Settings Enabling/Disabling Lower Part Damper Pedal Effect Sets whether the Lower part damper pedal effect is applied or not. While holding down the “GRAND PIANO” button, press the C8 key (Lower Damper). Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) •...

  • Page 122: Saving The Digital Piano Settings (Auto Resume

    Changing Settings Saving the Digital Piano Settings (Auto Resume) When [Auto Resume] is set to <On>, most settings are retained, even when the Digital Piano is turned off. • The settings that are retained regardless of whether [Auto Resume] is <Enabled> or <Disabled> are as follows: A-tuning setting, Visual Information Bar Brightness/Off setting, Wireless Connection notification tone volume, touch button settings, notification tone settings, Auto Resume setting...

  • Page 123: Restore Factory Defaults (Factory Reset

    Changing Settings Restore Factory Defaults (Factory Reset) You can initialize all system content on this Digital Piano, such as data and settings, and return the Digital Piano to the settings it had when it was shipped from the factory. Press and hold the “FUNCTION” button. Putting in Standby Mode, and Executing on Next Key Press (operation type E) Press the A0 key (Factory Reset).

  • Page 124: Adjusting Volume Balance

    Changing Settings Adjusting Volume Balance You can adjust the volume of keyboard performances, MIDI song playback, audio song playback, and wireless audio playback individually, relative to the overall volume. Keyboard Volume While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the G3 or A}3 key. Using the +/–...

  • Page 125: Midi Song Volume

    Changing Settings MIDI Song Volume Adjusts the playback volume of built-in songs, user songs, MIDI Recorder songs, and USB flash drive songs. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the F3 or F{3 key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) •...

  • Page 126: Wireless Audio Playback Volume

    Changing Settings Wireless Audio Playback Volume Adjust the playback volume of wireless audio. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the B2 or C3 key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) •...

  • Page 127: Center Cancel Function

    Changing Settings Center Cancel Function When [Center Cancel] is set to <On>, the vocals are cut from playback (cut or lowered). This function cancels centrally positioned sounds, so sounds other than vocals may also be cut. The degree of the effect depends on the audio data being played.

  • Page 128: Changing Midi Settings

    Changing Settings Changing MIDI Settings Local Control When [Local Control] is set to <Off>, MIDI data is output from this Digital Piano, but the Digital Piano itself does not emit sound. This setting is for sending MIDI data to external devices only. While holding down the “FUNCTION”...

  • Page 129: Hi-Res Velocity Midi Out

    Changing Settings Hi-Res Velocity MIDI OUT Set high-resolution MIDI output for touch strength (Velocity) to <Enabled> or <Disabled> when playing the keyboard. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the A}6 key (Hi-Res Velocity MIDI OUT). Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) •...

  • Page 130: Setting The Display Of The Visual Information Bar

    Changing Settings Setting the Display of the Visual Information Bar The Visual Information Bar displays various lighting patterns according to the beat of the metronome, the touch strength (velocity) when playing the keyboard, and the depth to which the damper pedal is pressed.
  • Page 131 Changing Settings Switching Lighting Patterns When the display settings are <Metronome> and <Audio>, you can switch the lighting pattern. Metronome Type The Visual Information Bar displays the beat in time with the metronome beat. You can choose from five types of beat display using the [Metronome Type] setting. While holding down the “FUNCTION”...

  • Page 132: Brightness Setting And No Lighting

    Changing Settings Brightness Setting and No Lighting If the brightness of the Visual Information Bar is a little too bright, you can reduce the brightness or turn it off. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the C6 key (Brightness/Off). Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) •...

  • Page 133: Main Digital Piano Settings

    Changing Settings Main Digital Piano Settings Power On Alert Set whether or not [Power On Alert] is <Enabled> or <Disabled>. For more information, see “Power On Alert”. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the F{7 key (Power On Alert). Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) •...

  • Page 134: Touch Button Luminosity

    Changing Settings Touch Button Luminosity While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the B}6 key (Touch Button Luminosity). Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) • Default value: 2 Setting Value Setting Details Dims touch button luminosity. Brightens touch button luminosity.

  • Page 135: Panel Lock

    Changing Settings Panel Lock Setting [Panel Lock] to <Enabled> locks button operations . When set to <Auto>, operation is automatically locked during performances only, preventing accidental operation during a performance. * Excludes the power button and the unlocking of Panel Lock. While holding down the “FUNCTION”...

  • Page 136: Notification Tone Volume

    Changing Settings Notification Tone Volume While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the A7 or B}7 key. Using the +/– Keys to Raise or Lower the Setting Value by 1 (operation type B) • Set value: 0 (silence) to 10 (maximum volume) •...

  • Page 137: Volume Sync Equalizer

    Changing Settings Volume Sync Equalizer Automatically corrects the sound quality in response to the loud or quiet setting of the volume knob. Bass and treble will be heard clearly even at low volumes. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the F7 key (Volume Sync Equalizer).

  • Page 138: Headphones Mode

    Changing Settings Headphones Mode When using headphones, this reproduces the natural sound that reaches your ears when you play an acoustic piano. While holding down the “FUNCTION” button, press the E7 key (headphones mode). Switching On/Off or Changing Setting Values Using a Single Key (operation type D) •...

  • Page 139: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Touch buttons are not responding. Cause: a. Gloved hands, fingernails, a stylus, etc. were used to touch the buttons. b. The touch button sensitivity setting is not appropriate. Solution: a. Firmly touch the touch buttons with bare fingers. b.
  • Page 140 Troubleshooting Sound does not become stronger or weaker when I change the way I play (touch). Cause: [Touch Response] is set to <Off>. Solution: Set [Touch Response] to a setting other than <Off>. For details, see “Changing the Volume Made by the Strength of Pressure Placed on a Key (Touch Response)”.

  • Page 141: Error Display List

    Troubleshooting Error Display List When an error occurs, the Visual Information Bar uses divided bars that blink alternately (error display). The touch buttons and indicators blink as shown in the illustration below. Display Cause Solution A USB flash drive is not properly inserted Correctly insert a USB flash drive into the into the USB Type A terminal on the USB Type A terminal.
  • Page 142 Troubleshooting Display Cause Solution You are trying to save different data using • Rename the file on the USB flash drive the same name as a read-only file on the before saving. USB flash drive. • Remove the read-only attribute from the file on the USB flash drive and overwrite the file.
  • Page 143 Troubleshooting Display Cause Solution The size of the SMF file on the USB flash This Digital Piano can play back SMF files drive is too large to play on the Digital up to a maximum size of approximately Piano. 320 KB. Data on the USB flash drive is corrupted.
  • Page 144 Troubleshooting Display Cause Solution The format of the USB flash drive is not • Use a computer or other device to compatible with this Digital Piano. change the USB flash drive to a format compatible with this Digital Piano. For more information, see “Formatting a USB Flash...

  • Page 145: Other Information

    Other Information Other Information Product Specifications AP-550 Model AP-550BK/AP-550BN/AP-550WE Keyboard 88 keys Settings Hammer Response, Key Off Response Duet Changeable range (–2 to +2 octaves) Transpose –12 to 0 to +12 semitones Octave Shift –2 to 0 to +2 octaves...
  • Page 146 Other Information Instant RePlayer Real-time recording, playback Capacity 270 sec. Recording Medium Built-in flash memory Controller Specified number of return seconds/mark specified playback, stop Song volume Adjustable (also used for music library) Audio Recorder Real-time recording and playback as audio data Number of songs 99 songs (files) File format...
  • Page 147 Other Information AP-S450 Model AP-S450BN/AP-S450WE Keyboard 88 keys Settings Hammer Response, Key Off Response Duet Changeable range (–2 to +2 octaves) Transpose –12 to 0 to +12 semitones Octave Shift –2 to 0 to +2 octaves Sound source Number of tones 26 (25 tones for all keys + 1 bass tone for the lower part) •...
  • Page 148 Other Information Audio Recorder Real-time recording and playback as audio data Number of songs 99 songs (files) File format Recording/Playback: WAV format (linear PCM, 16 bit, 44.1 kHz, stereo) Playback only: MP3 format (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3, 32 to 320 kbps/ variable bit rate (VBR) supported, 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz, mono/stereo) Maximum recording time Approximately 25 minutes per file...

  • Page 149: Latest Support Information

    You can jump from the PDF file table of contents directly to the music score you want, and you can print out scores as needed. Refer to “Latest Support Information” for music score PDF files. Latest Support Information AP-550 https://support.casio.com/global/en/emi/manual/AP-550/ AP-S450 https://support.casio.com/global/en/emi/manual/AP-S450/ EN-148...

  • Page 150: About The Contents Of This Manual

    Other Information About the Contents of this Manual • Unauthorized copying of this manual, in whole or in part, is prohibited. Please note that copyright law prohibits the use of any other information without our permission, except for personal use. •...

  • Page 151: Operating Precautions

    Other Information Operating Precautions Environment • Place the Digital Piano onto a stable and flat surface. • To prevent the formation of mold, set up the product in a well-ventilated location where the temperature and humidity ranges shown below are maintained. –...
  • Page 152 Other Information About the panel Operating the panel when it is dusty or dirty may scratch it. Gently wipe the panel with a soft, clean cloth to remove dust and dirt before use. Use your fingers to operate the panel. Using fingernails or sharp objects may scratch the surface. Disconnect Protection Precautions (1) Never pull on the cord with excessive force.

  • Page 153: Various Lists

    Various Lists Various Lists Tone list Input-Output Input Only Selection Timbre Name Program Bank Select Program Bank Select Name Change Change GRAND PIANO 1 CONCERT GRAND PIANO 1 BRIGHT GRAND PIANO 1 MELLOW GRAND PIANO 2 CONCERT GRAND PIANO 2 BRIGHT GRAND PIANO 2 MELLOW ROCK PIANO JAZZ PIANO...

  • Page 154: Demo Song List

    Various Lists Demo Song List The length of a song may differ from its original. AP-550 Timbre Song Title GRAND PIANO 1 CONCERT Étude Op.10-1 / F.F.Chopin GRAND PIANO 2 CONCERT Praeludium 2 BWV 847 [Das Wohltemperierte Klavier 1] / J.S.Bach...
  • Page 155 Various Lists Selection Number Song Title Name Sonatine Op.20-1 1st Mov. Sonate K.545 1st Mov. Sonate K.331 3rd Mov. “Turkish March” Rondo K.485 Für Elise Marcia alla Turca Sonate Op.13 “Pathétique” 1st Mov. Sonate Op.13 “Pathétique” 2nd Mov. Sonate Op.13 “Pathétique” 3rd Mov. Sonate Op.27-2 “Moonlight”...

  • Page 156: Keyboard Function List

    Various Lists Keyboard Function List Make basic settings such as tuning Hold down the “FUNCTION” button and select key. Note name Assigned Function Factory reset Auto Power Off disable/enable Execution Wireless Audio Pairing Wireless Function Off/On Wireless MIDI & audio adaptor (–) Connection notification tone volume Delete connection history...
  • Page 157 Wireless Audio Hall Simulator/Reverb Depth Surround Type (–) Brilliance Tone String Resonance Tone Damper Resonance Tone Damper Noise Acoustic Simulator Tone Key On Action Noise Tone Key Off Action Noise Tone Close Lid simulator (AP-550 only) Semi Full Remove Tone Chorus EN-156...
  • Page 158 Various Lists Change metronome and tempo settings Hold down the “METRONOME” button and select key. Note name Assigned Function Tempo setting (using a numerical value) (–) Metronome volume Largo Lento Adagio Andante Tempo setting (using tempo markings) Moderato Allegretto Allegro Vivace Presto Tap Tempo...
  • Page 159 Various Lists Select a song Hold down the “a” button and select key. Note name Assigned Function Song selection using song number Song Playback Part selection LR/L/R User 1 User 2 User 3 User 4 User 5 Music Library (User Song) User 6 User 7 User 8...
  • Page 160 Various Lists Selecting Songs During Demo Playback Hold down the “a” button and select key. Note name Assigned Function Demo songs (–) Song Select Nocturne Op.9-2 Fantaisie-Impromptu Op.66 Étude Op.10-3 “Chanson de l’adieu” Étude Op.10-5 “Black Keys” Étude Op.10-12 “Revolutionary” Étude Op.25-9 “Butterflies”...
  • Page 161 Various Lists Start mark and start seconds for Instant RePlayer Hold down the “a” button and select key. Assigned Function Note name Replay start seconds Replay start mark 15 seconds back Most recent 20 seconds back 25 seconds back 1 time back 30 seconds back 2 times back 35 seconds back...
  • Page 162 Various Lists Change tone and other settings Hold down the “GRAND PIANO” button and select key. Note name Assigned Function (–) Upper1 Volume Upper1 settings (–) Upper1 Octave Shift (–) Transpose Light Medium light Touch Response Normal Medium heavy Heavy Tone Fast Hammer Response...

  • Page 163: Midi Implementation Chart

    Various Lists MIDI Implementation Chart Model: AP-550/AP-S450 Version : 1.0 Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Default 1 - 16 Channel Changed 1 - 16 1 - 16 Default Mode 3 Mode 3 Mode Messages Altered Note 0 - 127 0 - 127...
  • Page 164 Published: 1/2024 MA2401-A...

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