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GP-500
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USER'S GUIDE
GUÍA DEL USUARIO
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Guarde toda información para tener como referencia futura.
Safety Precautions
Before trying to use the piano, be sure to read
the separate "Safety Precautions".
Precauciones de seguridad
Antes de intentar usar el piano, asegúrese de
leer las "Precauciones de seguridad" separadas.
GP500-ES-1C
EN/ES
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
User's Guide
Safety Precautions
Read separate safety precautions before using the piano.
Important Safety Instructions
Declaration of Conformity
Information regarding compliance with FCC Rules and EU directives.
General Guide and Controls
LCD Display and Control Buttons
Overview of the digital piano's display and control buttons.
USB Flash Drive Port Location
Location of the port for USB flash drive connection.
Keyboard Cover and Bottom Panel
Keyboard Cover Operation
Instructions for opening and closing the piano keyboard cover safely.
Power Management
Turning Power On and Off
Procedure for turning the digital piano's power on and off.
Auto Power Off Function
Details on the automatic power-off feature and how to disable it.
Basic Piano Settings
Volume and Display Contrast Adjustments
How to adjust the keyboard volume and screen contrast.
Factory Reset and Operation Lock
Restoring default settings and locking operational buttons.
Common Operations and Navigation
Home Screen and Menu Navigation
Understanding the home screen and navigating through menus.
Changing Settings and Values
Procedures for selecting parameters and changing numbers/values.
Playback Control
Starting, Stopping, and Controlling Playback
Basic operations for starting, stopping, and controlling playback.
Repeating Song Sections
How to set and play back specific sections of a song.
Playing with Different Tones
Selecting and Auditioning Tones
Methods for selecting and auditioning piano tones.
Tone Selection and Pedal Functions
Using the Tone List for Selection
How to select tones using the comprehensive tone list.
Digital Piano Pedal Operations
Explanation of damper, soft, and sostenuto pedal operations.
Pedal Adjustments
Half Pedal Trigger Position Adjustment
Adjusting the sensitivity of the half-pedal function.
Acoustic Piano Sound Characteristics
Resonance and Response Adjustments
Adjusting resonance effects like hammer response, lid, and damper.
Acoustic Piano Sound Details
Key Action Noise Control
Adjusting the noise generated by key presses and releases.
Using Effects
Hall Simulator and Listener Position
Simulating concert hall acoustics and listener positions.
Chorus and Brilliance Effects
Applying chorus for tone breadth and brilliance for tone brightness.
Effects and DSP
DSP Functionality Explained
Explanation of the Digital Signal Processor for acoustic effects.
Keyboard Splitting for Duet Play
Duet Play Setup and Pedals
Dividing the keyboard for duet playing with specific pedal functions.
Duet and Layering Functions
Adjusting Duet Keyboard Octaves
Changing the octave range for left and right duet keyboards.
Layering Two Tones
Combining two different tones to sound simultaneously.
Layering and Octave Adjustments
Layer Volume Balance Adjustment
Adjusting the volume balance between layered tones.
Changing Octaves for Each Layer
Modifying the octave setting for individual layers.
Splitting Keyboard with Different Tones
Assigning Tones to Keyboard Ranges
Setting distinct tones for left and right keyboard sections.
Split Settings and Metronome
Modifying Split Settings
Adjusting split point, lower octave, and lower pedal settings.
Using the Metronome
Starting, stopping, and configuring metronome settings.
Keyboard Touch Response
Touch Response Overview
Explanation of how touch pressure affects tone volume.
Adjusting Touch Sensitivity
Configuring the sensitivity for key presses to match playing style.
Pitch Adjustment Features
Transpose Functionality
Changing the pitch in semitone steps to match vocalists or other instruments.
Pitch and Tuning Adjustments
Fine Tuning and Stretch Tuning
Adjusting pitch for ensemble playing and selecting tuning curves.
Octave Shift Operation
Raising or lowering keyboard pitch in octave units.
Keyboard Temperament Settings
Selecting Temperament Types
Choosing from various temperament settings, including Equal Temperament.
Scene Settings for Performance
Recalling and Applying Scenes
Selecting preset or user scenes to optimize piano settings.
Checking Scene Sound Preview
Previewing a scene by playing a short sample of its song.
User Scene Creation and Saving
Creating Custom Scenes
Configuring and saving personalized piano setups as User Scenes.
User Scene Management
Scene Song Compatibility
Supported song types for saving with user scenes.
Deleting User Scenes
Procedure for removing saved user scenes from memory.
Using Built-in Songs
Concert Play Mode (Listen)
Listening to orchestral accompaniments for piano practice.
Concert Play Mode
Playing Along with Orchestra (Play Mode)
Playing the piano along with orchestral backing tracks.
Concert Play and Music Library
Adjusting Concert Play Volume
Controlling the playback volume of Concert Play songs.
Music Library Overview
Introduction to the built-in piano solo song collection.
Using the Music Library
Playing Music Library Songs
Selecting and playing specific songs from the music library.
Practicing Music Library Duets
Playing along with music library songs by muting one part.
USB Flash Drive Song Playback
Playing Back Various Song Data Types
Playing audio and MIDI files from a USB flash drive.
Adjusting Song Playback Volume
Setting the playback volume for USB stored song data.
Demo Song Playback
Performing Demo Play
Playing built-in demo songs for listening enjoyment.
Comparing Grand Piano Tones
Listening to Grand Piano Demos
Hearing demo songs that highlight characteristics of grand piano tones.
Recording and Playback Features
MIDI and Audio Recorder Overview
Introduction to MIDI and Audio recording capabilities.
Playback Options
MIDI and Audio Playback
Playing back recorded MIDI and audio data.
MIDI Recording to Piano Memory
Recording to Specific Tracks
Recording keyboard performance onto one or two tracks.
Multi-Track MIDI Recording
Recording Second Track and Precount
Recording a second track while listening to the first, and setting precount.
MIDI Playback and Data Management
Playing Back Recorded MIDI Data
Selecting and playing back MIDI recordings from memory.
Deleting MIDI Recorded Data
Procedure for deleting specific recorded MIDI tracks.
Audio Recording to USB Flash Drive
Recording Keyboard Play as Audio
Capturing keyboard performance as audio files on a USB drive.
USB Audio Playback and Recording
Recording Audio with MIDI Playback
Recording audio while MIDI playback is active.
Playing Back USB Audio Data
Selecting and playing back audio files from USB.
Audio Recorder Data Deletion
Deleting Selected Audio Files
Procedure to delete specific audio recordings from the USB drive.
Configuring Digital Piano Settings
Accessing the Settings Menu
Navigating the settings menu to configure piano parameters.
Parameter List
Duet and Acoustic Simulator Parameters
List of settings for Duet mode and Acoustic Simulator.
Parameter List (cont.)
Keyboard and Pitch Parameters
Settings for Touch Response, Transpose, Octave Shift, and Temperament.
Parameter List (cont.)
Song, Recorder, and Metronome Parameters
Parameters for song playback, recording, and metronome.
Parameter List (cont.)
General Piano Settings
Settings for LCD contrast, auto resume, power off, and headphone mode.
Parameter List (cont.)
MIDI and USB Flash Drive Parameters
Settings for MIDI communication and USB flash drive operations.
USB Flash Drive Operations
Overview of USB Drive Functions
Summary of operations supported with USB flash drives.
Preparing and Using USB Flash Drives
USB Flash Drive Requirements
Information on supported USB flash drives and precautions.
Supported Data Types for USB Drive
Audio and MIDI Data Compatibility
Table detailing supported audio and MIDI file formats.
Connecting and Removing USB Flash Drives
Inserting and Removing USB Drives
Step-by-step guide for connecting and disconnecting USB flash drives.
USB Flash Drive Formatting and Saving
Formatting a USB Flash Drive
Procedure for formatting a USB flash drive on the piano.
Saving Standard Song Data to USB
Saving audio or MIDI song data to a USB flash drive.
Saving Digital Piano Data to USB
Saving MIDI Recorder Songs and User Scenes
Storing MIDI recordings and user scenes onto a USB flash drive.
Loading Data from USB to Piano Memory
Loading MIDI Data and User Scenes
Importing MIDI files and user scenes into the piano's memory.
Managing USB Flash Drive Files
Deleting and Renaming Files
Procedures for deleting and renaming files on a USB flash drive.
USB Flash Drive Error Indicators
Troubleshooting Common USB Errors
Identifying and resolving common error messages related to USB drives.
Connecting to a Computer
Computer System Requirements
Minimum specifications for connecting the piano to a computer.
Establishing Computer Connection
Step-by-step guide for connecting the digital piano to a computer.
Using MIDI Connectivity
Understanding MIDI
Explanation of MIDI technology for musical data exchange.
Getting Ready
Assembling the Stand
Instructions for assembling the piano stand, including part lists and cautions.
Stand Assembly Steps
Attaching Side Panels and Back Panel
Detailed steps for assembling the stand's frame components.
Completing Stand Assembly
Securing Piano to Stand and Adjustments
Steps for placing the piano on the stand and making height adjustments.
Connecting Cables and Power
Connecting the AC Adaptor and Cord Clip
Instructions for connecting the power adapter and securing the cord.
Installing Accessories
Music Stand and Headphones Hook Installation
Guide for attaching the music stand and headphones hook.
Piano Lid Operation
Opening and Closing the Lid Safely
Safe procedures for opening and closing the piano lid.
Initial Setup and Power
Keyboard Protective Tape and AC Adaptor Use
Removing keyboard tape and proper AC adaptor usage.
Connecting Audio and Headphones
Headphone Usage and Mode
Connecting headphones and understanding Headphone Mode.
Connecting External Audio Devices
Connecting amplifiers or audio equipment for enhanced sound.
Audio Output and Accessories
Connecting to Amplifiers and Audio Equipment
Detailed connection guides for musical instrument amplifiers and audio gear.
Bundled and Optional Accessories
Information on included and separately sold accessories.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Sound, Pitch, and Pedal Problems
Solutions for no sound, incorrect pitch, and unresponsive pedals.
Troubleshooting (cont.)
Effects, Playback, and Button Issues
Resolving issues with effects, playback interruptions, and button behavior.
Reference and Specifications
Product Specifications Overview
Detailed technical specifications for the digital piano.
Product Specifications (cont.)
Inputs, Outputs, Acoustics, and Power
Technical details on connectivity, audio, and power.
Operating Precautions
Location, Maintenance, and Etiquette
Guidelines for product placement, cleaning, and user conduct.
AC Adaptor Handling Precautions
Safe AC Adaptor Usage and Warnings
Important safety instructions for using the AC power adapter.
Appendix and Tone List
Grand Piano Tone Characteristics
Descriptions of grand piano tones, including their characteristics and best use.
Tone List Details
Piano and Other Tone Descriptions
Detailed descriptions for various piano and non-piano tones.
Song Lists
Concert Play and Music Library Song Lists
Lists of available songs for Concert Play and Music Library.
Grand Piano Demo Song List
List of demo songs for grand piano tones.
Scene List
Preset Scene Settings and Descriptions
List of preset scenes with their settings and song titles.
MIDI Implementation Chart
MIDI Function Transmissions and Recognition
Chart detailing MIDI functions transmitted and recognized by the piano.
MIDI Implementation Chart (cont.)
MIDI System Common and Aux Messages
Details on system common messages and auxiliary MIDI functions.
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