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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Chapter 1 Introduction …………… 7 I/O Ports ………………………………………… Key Features ……………………………………… 7 - PEDALS …………………………………… - EXT …………………………………………… Chapter 2 Getting Started ………… 8 …………………………………… - TO HOST Setting Up the Ka P1 …………………………… - AUX IN ……………………………………… - Box Contents ………………………………... -
Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the KURZWEIL Ka P1. We are certain you will enjoy many hours exploring its features and beautiful sounds. This manual explains how to use the Ka P1. Key Features • 88 Fully-Weighted, Hammer-Action Keys •... -
Page 8: Chapter 2 Getting Started
Chapter 2 Getting Started Setting up the Ka P1 Box Contents The components provided when purchasing Ka P1 are as follows. • Ka P1 • Music Rest • Sustain Pedal (Switch type) • DC Power Adapter • Warranty Card If you are missing any of the above, please contact your KURZWEIL dealer. Plugging in the Power The Ka P1's power is supplied by a DC power adapter. -
Page 9: Volume Adjustment
Chapter 2 Getting Started Volume Adjustment Before turning on the Ka P1, please set the volume to its minimum value (all the way to the left). The main volume knob is located on the left side of the control panel. Turn it clockwise to increase the volume;... -
Page 10: Chapter 3 Ka P1 Overview
Chapter 3 Ka P1 Overview Control Panel LCD Left side LCD Right side VOLUME Use the [VOLUME] knob to set the sound system’s loudness level. BASS Use the [BASS] knob to adjust the sound system’s low frequencies. TREBLE Use the [TREBLE] knob to adjust the sound system’s high frequencies. RECORD Controls the recording of user songs. -
Page 11: Metronome
Chapter 3 Ka P1 Overview METRONOME Used to set the metronome pattern and tempo. RHYTHM Used to set the Rhythm pattern and tempo. Enter EDU mode for practice. FUNCTION Used to adjust various performance functions and global settings. TEMPO / [-], [+] Used to change the Tempo (Metronome), select sound presets, and to alter the values of menu parameters LAYER... -
Page 12: I/O Ports
Chapter 3 Ka P1 Overview IN/OUT Panel PEDALS SUSTAIN Connect up to two switch-style pedals for use as a piano sustain (damper) and sostenuto. PEDAL UNIT The optional ST-4 keyboard stand is equipped with 3-pedals, providing similar functionality to a real piano. ST-4 (3-pedal operation) Damper (Right) The damper pedal performs the same function as the damper pedal... -
Page 13: Ext
Chapter 3 Ka P1 Overview Connect USB thumb drive to update Firmware TO HOST Connects to a PC, tablet or other USB equipped device to send/receive USB MIDI/ AUDIO. The Ka P1 can serve as USB AUDIO card, MIDI Controller or MIDI Sound Module. AUX IN Connect an external audio device to the 1/8”... -
Page 14: Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details POWER Press [POWER] button to turn on Ka P1. To conserve energy, the KaP1 will, by default, automatically shut off after 30 minutes of inactivity. In Setting mode you can designate a different Auto Power off time or disable Auto Power off entirely. VOLUME Control the main volume. -
Page 15: Demo
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details DEMO The Ka P1 contains 7 demo songs. To listen to a demo, press the [RECORD] and [PLAY] buttons simultaneously. The [-] / [+] buttons will both light white and the first demo will begin to play. -
Page 16: Rhythm
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details METRONOME Time Signature To access the Time Signature setting, Hold the [METRONOME] button for 2 seconds then release. The button’s color will change from blue to red. The screen displays the current time signature selection. Use the [-]/[+] buttons to select a different time signature. -
Page 17: Edu
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details EDU Mode Press the [METRONOME] and [RHYTHM] buttons simultaneously to access the built-in practice songs. When entering Edu mode, the [METRONOME] and [RHYTHM] buttons flash at the same time. The speed at which the buttons flash corresponds to the current Tempo. To play a practice song, press the [PLAY] button. -
Page 18: Function
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details FUNCTION The Function menu contains four adjustable sound parameters: Transpose, Chorus, Reverb and Touch. Press the [FUNCTION] button to access the menu. Repeated presses of the [FUNCTION] button will cycle you through the list of parameters, top to bottom (note the LED indicator highlighting the chosen parameter). -
Page 19: Layer
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details FUNCTION MEMORY Function menu settings will be retained even with the power off. To restore all Function settings to their factory defaults, first exit all feature modes (Function, Layer, Split, Metronome, Rhythm, Demo, Edu) then press the [-] / [+] buttons together simultaneously (PIANO RESET). -
Page 20: Split
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details Layer Octave Control To alter the octave that the layer sounds in, hold the [LAYER] button for 2 seconds, then release. The light turns red and octave control is activated. Then press the [-] or [+] button to adjust the octave for the layer (-2 - +2). -
Page 21: Duo
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details Split Octave Control Hold the [SPLIT] button for 2 seconds then release.The light turns red and octave control is activated. Next, press the[-] or [+] button to change the octave (-2 ~ +2). If the octave is modified, the [–] or [+] button flashes red. -
Page 22: Voice
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details VOICE SELECTION Mode The Ka P1 has a total of 7 sound category selection buttons. Each button has assigned to it a total of four related sounds (28 presets in total, 7x4). Voice Selection ○ By repeatedly pressing a given Voice button you can cycle through each of the four available presets within that group. -
Page 23: Bluetooth
Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details Sound List Order Button Color Button 1 Button 2 Button 3 Button 4 Button 5 Button 6 Button 7 BLUETOOTH Connection Bluetooth is enabled by default. The icon will automatically light when pairing with a nearby smart device is completed. - Page 24 Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details Metronome Volume Use the [-], [+] buttons to adjust the metronome volume (range: 0-127). Rhythm Volume Use the [-], [+] buttons to adjust the rhythm volume (range: 0-127). Reverb Type Use the [-], [+] buttons to adjust the reverb type. Hall1 Hall2 Room1...
- Page 25 Chapter 4 Ka P1 Details Tune To fine-tune the Ka P1, use the [-] and [+] buttons to adjust the pitch ( ±100 cents). To reset the factory tuning (0 cents), press the [-] and [+] buttons together, simultaneously. Bluetooth Activation of Bluetooth mode.
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Page 26: Chapter 5 Appendix
Chapter 5 Appendix (MIDI Implementation Chart) MIDI Implementation Chart Functions Transmitted Rocognized Remarks Default 1-16 1-16 *Up to 3 channels Basic Channels Changed 1-16 1-16 simultaneously Deraura Mode 3 Mode 3 Mode Messages Altered ******** 0-127 Note Number True voice 0-127 ******** Note ON... -
Page 27: Specifications
Specifications Keyboard 88 Fully- Weighted Hammer Action Keys (H1 Ivory) Polyphony Voices 28 Preset Voices Performance Mode Layer, Split, Duo Recording 1 Track 1 Song Transpose +/- 12ST Tune +/- 100ct Metronome Start, Stop, Time Signature, Tempo, Volume Effects Reverb, Chorus, EQ (Bass, Treble) Demo 7 Songs USB MIDI (16 channels) / Audio...
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