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Kawai CN25 Owner's Manual

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Preparation Before Use
Playing the Piano
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  • Page 1 Preparation Before Use Playing the Piano Internal Songs CN25 Owner’s Manual Recorder Settings Appendix...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this Kawai digital piano. This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the CN25 digital piano. Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.

  • Page 3: Preface

    The Playing the Piano section (page 12) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing the CN25 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 21) includes information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, Concert Magic songs, and Lesson function.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Examples of Picture Symbols Read all the instructions before using the product.
  • Page 5 WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following. WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly. The product should be connected to If you are going to use an AC power cord, 120V 230V...
  • Page 6 Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or CAUTION damage to the product or other property if the product is handled incorrectly. Do not use the product in the following areas. Using the product in such areas may result in product breakdown.

  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity

    • • • • Declaration of Conformity...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    3. Erasing recorded songs ......* For information regarding MIDI functions and settings, please download the supplementary PDF manual from the Kawai Japan website: http://www.kawai-global.com...

  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    This button is used to turn the metronome function on/off, and also to adjust its tempo, time signature, and volume settings. Operation Guide The separate Operation Guide provides a convenient overview of the CN25 digital piano’s various button and keyboard controls.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Piano

    Use the jacks located beneath the keyboard on the left hand A pedal support bolt is attached at the base of the pedal board side, to connect stereo headphones to the CN25 digital piano. to aid stability when the pedals are pushed. Turn the bolt anti- clockwise until it makes contact with the floor and supports the pedals firmly.

  • Page 12: Operation Guide

    Operation Guide In addition to the side panel buttons, the CN25 can also controlled by pressing and holding a button, then pressing a key on the keyboard. This section explains the various functions for each button, in addition to the instrument’s Sound Preview and Vocal Assist features that may be useful when changing sounds or settings.

  • Page 13: Vocal Assist

    * Refer to page 34 - 37. Vocal Assist The CN25 digital piano’s Vocal Assist feature provides a vocal explanation of the currently selected sound, function, or setting. * Vocal Assist is only available for operations that use a combination of the instrument’s panel buttons and keyboard.

  • Page 14: Concert Magic

    Operation Guide METRONOME Time Signature Metronome Volume * Refer to page 20. 4/4 5/4 3/8 (-2) ( Metronome Tempo (3 digits) Concert Magic Concert Magic Mode * Refer to page 22. Song Select * The Vocal Assist mode provides vocal explanation for Song 1, Song 2, etc. * Refer to page 33.
  • Page 15 Record song * Refer to page 30. RECORDER Song Selection a Enter recording mode. b Select a song memory c Start recording Play song * Refer to page 31. Song Selection Erase all songs * Refer to page 31. * Refer to page 39. Sound Preview &...

  • Page 16: Selecting Sounds

    Selecting Sounds The CN25 digital piano features 19 different instrument sounds, which can be selected in one of two ways. By default the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on. Selecting a sound: Method 1 (Please refer to page 12 - 13 Operation Guide SOUND.)

  • Page 17: Using The Pedals

    Do not attempt to clean the pedals using rust-removing solvents, abrasives or files. Grand Feel pedal system The CN25 digital piano features the new Grand Feel pedal system, which replicates the sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedal weighting of Kawai’s EX Concert Grand piano.

  • Page 18: Dual Mode

    Dual Mode The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound. For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or an electric piano combined with a harpsichord etc. Enabling Dual Mode : Method 1 (Please refer to page 12 - 13 Operation Guide SOUND.) Press and hold the SOUND SELECT button, then press two of the lowest 8 white keys or 11 black keys simultaneously.

  • Page 19: Four Hands Mode

    Four Hands Mode The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, with the sustain (right) and soft (left) pedal acting as independent sustain pedals for each section. The octave/pitch of each section is also adjusted, allowing two people to perform piano duets within the same key range using a single instrument.

  • Page 20: Metronome

    Metronome The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. The time signature, volume, and tempo of the metronome can be freely adjusted. Turning the metronome on/off Press the METRONOME button. The metronome will start to count and the LED indicator for the METRONOME button will turn on, indicating that the metronome is in use.

  • Page 21: Demo Songs

    Demo Songs The CN25 digital piano includes a selection of demonstration songs to introduce each internal sound. For a complete listing of demonstration songs, please refer to page 49 of this owner’s manual. 1. Playing the demo songs Press the CONCERT MAGIC and LESSON buttons simultaneously.

  • Page 22: Concert Magic

    Concert Magic The Concert Magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 40 pre-programmed songs, then tapping the keyboard with a steady rhythm and tempo. The Concert Magic songs are categorised by group and assigned to the lowest 40 white keys of the keyboard. For a complete listing of available Concert Magic songs, please refer to page 49 of this owner’s manual.

  • Page 23: Concert Magic Demo Modes

    * When the selected song finishes, the next song in the same category will start to play automatically. Random Play Press the CONCERT MAGIC button and then press the LESSON button. The CN25 digital piano will play back the first Concert Magic song, followed by the remaining 39 Concert Magic songs in random order.

  • Page 24: Concert Magic Mode

    Concert Magic Concert Magic Mode The Concert Magic Mode setting changes the Concert Magic playing mode, allowing all Concert Magic songs to be played by simply tapping any key with a constant steady beat, regardless of the song arrangement type. Concert Magic Mode Concert Magic Mode Description...

  • Page 25: Concert Magic Song Arrangement Types

    Concert Magic song arrangement types Concert Magic songs are divided into three different arrangement types: Easy Beat (EB), Melody Play (MP), and Skillful (SK). Each arrangement type requires a different level of skill to be performed correctly. Easy Beat These are the easiest songs to play. To perform them, simply tap out a constant, steady beat on any key of the keyboard. For example, when playing the piece ‘Für Elise’, a constant, steady rhythm should to be maintained throughout the song.

  • Page 26: Concert Magic Song List

    Concert Magic Concert Magic song list Song Name Type Song Name Type Children’s Songs Classical Selections Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star William Tell Overture I’m A Little Teapot Andante from Symphony No.94 (Haydn) Mary Had A Little Lamb Für Elise London Bridge Clair De Lune Row, Row, Row Your Boat Skater’s Waltz...

  • Page 27: Lesson Function

    Lesson Function The Lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books. The left and right hand parts for each piece can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows difficult passages to be perfected. For a complete listing of available Lesson Function songs, please refer to page 50 of this owner’s manual.

  • Page 28: Listening To The Selected Lesson Song

    Lesson Function Listening to the selected lesson song This page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and adjust the tempo. Playing the lesson song After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and a one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play.

  • Page 29: Practicing Left And Right-Hand Parts Separately

    Practicing left and right-hand parts separately This page will explain how to mute/activate the left and right-hand parts of the selected lesson song, allowing each part to be practiced separately. The LED indicators for the METRONOME and SOUND SELECT buttons are used to indicate which part (left or right-hand) of the selected lesson song is muted/active.

  • Page 30: Recorder

    Recorder The CN25 digital piano allows up to 3 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. Recording a song 1. Entering song recorder mode Press the REC button. The LED indicator for the REC button will start to flash, to indicate that the piano is in recording standby mode.

  • Page 31: Playing Back A Song

    Playing back a song 1. Playing the recorded song Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and the recorded song will start to play. 2. Playing a song stored in another memory (Please refer to page 15 Operation Guide RECORDER.) Press and hold the PLAY/STOP button, then press one of the lowest three white keys to play the desired song memory.

  • Page 32: Keyboard And Sound Settings

    Keyboard and Sound Settings The CN25’s keyboard and sound settings allow various aspects of the instrument to be adjusted. Keyboard and Sound Settings Setting name Explanation Default setting Reverb Change the type of reverberation added to the sound. Brilliance Adjust the brightness of the sound.

  • Page 33: Brilliance

    * To disable the Brilliance effect, press the key assigned to the ‘off’ function. Tuning The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the CN25 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments.

  • Page 34: Virtual Technician Settings

    Change the stretch tuning setting. Touch As with an acoustic piano, the CN25 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with force, and a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation to the strength and speed of playing - on a digital piano this system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’.

  • Page 35: Voicing

    Voicing The Voicing setting allows the tonal character of the CN25 digital piano to be set to one of four different types. Voicing types Voicing type Description Normal The normal tonal character of an acoustic piano throughout the entire dynamic range.

  • Page 36: Damper Noise

    When the damper pedal of an acoustic piano is pressed and released, it is often possible to hear the sound of the damper head touching and releasing the strings. The CN25 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be changed.

  • Page 37: Key-Off Effect

    When playing an acoustic piano, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the keyboard action returning (i.e. ‘falling back’) to the neutral position after a key is released. The CN25 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be changed.

  • Page 38: System Settings

    Auto Power Off The CN25 digital piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specified period of inactivity. * This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on.

  • Page 39: Sound Preview/Vocal Assist Volume

    The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the Start Up Settings function, or Auto Power Off, Sound Preview Volume, Vocal Assist On/Off, and User Key Volume settings, restoring the CN25 digital piano back to its factory default configuration.

  • Page 40: Connecting To Other Devices

    USB to Host port (‘B’ type) PEDAL connector This port is used to connect the CN25 digital piano to a This connector is used to connect the pedal board to the CN25 computer using an inexpensive USB cable. When connected, digital piano (see page 48).

  • Page 41: Usb Midi

    (USB to Host connector) The CN25 digital piano features a ‘USB to Host’ type connector, allowing the instrument to be connected to a computer using an inexpensive USB cable and utilised as a MIDI device. Depending on the type of computer and operating system installed, additional driver software may be required for USB MIDI communication to function correctly.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    The CN25 digital piano attempts to reproduce the rich variety of tones created by an acoustic grand piano as accurately as possible. This includes damper resonances and other subtle effects that contribute to the overall piano playing experience.

  • Page 43: User Key Volume

    The LED indicator for the CONCERT MAGIC, LESSON, PLAY/ STOP and REC buttons will turn on. While the User Key Volume setting is selected, the keys of the CN25 digital piano can no longer be played for ordinary musical performance. Selecting the note, adjusting the User Key Volume Press the desired key to select it for volume adjustment.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting Resetting the User Key Volume setting Press the CONCERT MAGIC, LESSON, PLAY/STOP, and REC buttons simultaneously. The LED indicators for the CONCERT MAGIC, LESSON, PLAY/ STOP, and REC buttons will start to flash, and the volume values of all 88 keys will be initialized. Exiting the User Key Volume setting Turn the instrument’s power off.

  • Page 45: Assembly Instructions

    Please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the CN25 digital piano. Please ensure that two or more people work on assembling the CN25 digital piano, especially when lifting the main body of the instrument onto the stand in step 3.
  • Page 46 Assembly Instructions 1. Assembling the side panels b, 2. Attaching the back board c and pedal board d Allow the assembled pedal board and side panels to stand upright (vertically) on the floor. Unfasten and extend the pedal connection cable attached to the bottom of the pedal board d.
  • Page 47 3. Mounting the main body a Secure the main body to the stand from below, using the four Ensure that two or more people undertake the screws (with the flat washer and spring washer) g. following step of the assembly process. Lift the main body a and carefully place it onto the stand.
  • Page 48 Assembly Instructions 4. Connecting the pedal cable and 6. Adjusting the pedal support bolt AC/DC adaptor Turn the pedal support bolt anti-clockwise until it makes contact with the floor and supports the pedals firmly. Connect the pedal cable to the PEDAL terminal located on the underside of the main body.

  • Page 49: Demo Song List

    Song Title Composer Concert Grand Hungarian Rhapsodies No.6 Liszt Concert Grand 2 Petit Chien Chopin Studio Grand Original Kawai Studio Grand 2 Original Mellow Grand Sonata No.30 Op.109 Beethoven Mellow Grand 2 La Fille aux Cheveux de lin Debussy Modern Piano...

  • Page 50: Lesson Function Song Lists

    Lesson Function Song Lists No. Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A No. Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B Right & Left Step Right Up! Left & Right The Carousel Merrily We Roll Along/O’er the Deep Blue Sea Hail to Thee, America! Hand-Bells Brother John...
  • Page 51 No. Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100) Czerny 30 (Etudes de Mécanisme, Opus 849) La candeur No. 1 to No. 30 Arabesque Beyer 106 Pastorale Petite réunion No. 1 (1-1 to 1-12) Innocence No. 2 (2-1 to 2-8) Progrès No.

  • Page 52: Specifications

    Specifications Kawai CN25 digital piano 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces Keyboard Responsive Hammer III (RHIII) action with Let-Off, Triple Sensor, and Counterweights Sound Source Progressive Harmonic Imaging™ (PHI), 88-key piano sampling Internal Sounds Concert Grand, Concert Grand 2, Studio Grand, Studio Grand 2, Mellow Grand, Mellow Grand 2, Modern Piano, Rock Piano, Classic E.Piano, Modern E.Piano, Jazz Organ, Church Organ, Harpsichord,...
  • Page 54 CN25 Owner’s Manual 818073 KPSZ-0704 R102 OW1078E-S1409 Copyright © 2014 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Printed in Indonesia...

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