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Summarization of Contents
Introduction
Part Names and Functions
Identifies and describes the instrument's various controls, ports, and connectors.
Setting Up the Piano
Guides users through initial setup, power connection, and activating AnyTime Mode.
Touchscreen Operations
Explains the methods for interacting with the instrument's touchscreen display.
User Interface Overview
Provides a layout of the instrument's screens and their main components.
Playing the Piano
Pianist Mode Screen
Focuses on the SK-EX Rendering sound engine for realistic solo piano performance.
Sound Mode Screen
Introduces the secondary sound engine with various sounds and modes.
Keyboard Modes
Explains Single, Dual, Split, and 4Hands modes for playing sounds.
Reverb Settings
Adjusts the acoustic environment (ambience) of a virtual room for realism.
Effects Settings
Applies various effects to alter the tonal character and feeling of instrument sounds.
Metronome and Drum Patterns
Utilizes the metronome and drum rhythms for practicing piano at a consistent tempo.
Recorder
Recorder Overview and Capabilities
Details recording functions, formats, and file capabilities for internal and USB recorders.
Internal Song Recorder
Records and stores up to 3 songs in the instrument's internal memory.
USB Audio Recorder
Records performances as digital audio files (MP3/WAV) to a USB memory device.
Music Screen
Demo Songs
Plays back demonstration songs to showcase instrument capabilities and sounds.
Piano Music
Provides access to classical piano pieces for learning and appreciation.
Lesson Songs
Offers built-in song books and exercises for piano practice.
Concert Magic
Allows beginners to play songs by tapping keys with a steady rhythm.
Recorder Playback
Plays back songs recorded using the instrument's internal recorder.
USB Memory Player
Enables playback of songs and audio files stored on a USB device.
Favorite Screen
Favorite Screen Overview
Explains how to store and recall instrument settings for quick access.
Storing and Selecting Favorite Memories
Step-by-step guide to saving current settings and recalling them later.
Editing Favorite Memories
Covers managing favorite memories: startup, deletion, and repositioning.
Settings
Pianist Mode Settings
Configures Ambience, Virtual Technician, Sound, and System settings for Pianist mode.
Sound Mode Settings
Configures Reverb, Effects, Keyboard, Virtual Technician, and Sound settings for Sound mode.
Virtual Technician (Advanced)
Detailed adjustment of acoustic piano sound characteristics via Smart and Advanced modes.
Sound Customization and Control
Adjusts overall sound parameters: pitch, tone, volume, and headphone enhancements.
System and Connectivity Settings
Manages Bluetooth, MIDI, USB functions, LCD appearance, and system defaults.
Appendix
Connecting to Other Devices
Explains how to connect the instrument to MIDI devices, computers, and audio sources.
Jack Panel and Ports
Details the instrument's various input/output jacks and their specific functions.
USB MIDI and Computer Connection
Information on USB MIDI drivers and connecting the instrument to a computer.
Troubleshooting
Lists common issues and solutions for power, sound, connectivity, and file playback.
Reference Lists
Provides lists for demo songs, sounds, program changes, and drum rhythms.
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