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Playing the Piano
Internal Songs
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  • Page 1 Preparation Before Use Playing the Piano Internal Songs CN35 Owner’s Manual Recorder Settings Appendix...
  • Page 3 The Playing the Piano section (page 17) provides an overview of the instrument’s commonly used functions, allowing the CN35 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 36) includes information regarding the instrument’s built-in lesson songs and Concert Magic function.

  • Page 4: 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 CAUTION Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or 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 Areas, such as those near windows, where the product is product breakdown.

  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity

    • • • • Declaration of Conformity...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    2. Concert Magic demo mode ....43 Welcome to the Kawai CN35 ......10 3.
  • Page 9 2-14 Soft Pedal Depth ......109 * 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: Welcome To The Kawai Cn35

    USB to Device functionality, with MP3/WAV file recording and playback The CN35 digital piano is equipped with USB connectors that not only allow the instrument to be connected to a computer for MIDI use, but also to load and save data to USB memory devices directly. This USB to Device feature allows registration memories and songs recorded and stored in internal memory to be saved to USB for posterity, or standard MIDI files (SMF) downloaded from the internet to be conveniently played back without additional hardware.

  • Page 11: Owner's Manual Conventions

    Owner’s Manual Conventions This owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the CN35’s various functions. The examples below provide an overview of the button LED indicator states and press types, and the appearance of difference kinds of text.

  • Page 12: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions...

  • Page 13: Power Switch

    These buttons are used to navigate through the instrumnet’s various function and settings menus. * The CN35 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn off the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For g LCD display...

  • Page 14: Setting Up The Piano

    LCD display, indicating that the Concert Grand sound is selected, and the instrument is ready to be played. * The CN35 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn off the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For more information, please refer to the ‘Auto Power Off’...

  • Page 15: Using Headphones

    Attaching the headphone hook (optional) A headphone hook is included with the CN35 digital piano and can be used to hang headphones when not in use. If desired, attach the headphone hook to the underside of the...

  • Page 16: Using The Pedals

    Do not attempt to clean the pedals using rust-removing solvents, abrasives or files. Grand Feel pedal system The CN35 digital piano features the Grand Feel pedal system, which replicates the sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedal weighting of Kawai’s EX Concert Grand piano.

  • Page 17: Selecting Sounds

    Selecting Sounds Sounds are arranged into nine categories, with multiple sounds assigned to each category button. For a complete listing of the available instrument sounds, please refer to page 125 of this owner’s manual. By default, the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on. * The OTHERS button is assigned with 300 sounds, divided into 20 additional categories.

  • Page 18: Demo Songs

    Demo Songs The Demo function provides an excellent introduction to the varied capabilities of the CN35 digital piano. There are 32 different demonstration songs available, highlighting the instrument’s rich selection of high quality sounds, and powerful speaker system. For a complete listing of the available demonstration songs, please refer to page 124 of this owner’s manual.

  • Page 19: 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 a church organ combined with a choir, etc. 1. Entering Dual mode Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, then press another SOUND button to select the layered sound.
  • Page 20 Dual Mode 3. Adjusting the main/layered sound volume balance While Dual mode is in use: Increase Increase Increase Increase layered layered main main sound sound sound sound Use the BALANCE slider to adjust the volume balance between volume volume volume volume the two sounds.

  • Page 21: Split Mode

    Split Mode The Split Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, allowing each section to be played with a different sound. For example, a bass sound in the lower section, and a piano sound in the upper section. 1. Entering Split mode Press the SPLIT button.

  • Page 22: Changing The Split Point

    Split Mode 3. Changing the split point Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired split key Split Point on the keyboard. = F4 The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new split point. Example: To set the split point to key F4, press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the F4 key.

  • Page 23: Four Hands Mode

    Four Hands Mode The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections in a similar way to that of the Split Mode function. However, with Four Hands Mode enabled, the octave/pitch of each section is automatically adjusted to create two separate 44-key instruments with the same playing range.
  • Page 24 Four Hands Mode 3. Changing the Four Hands mode split point Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired split key Split Point on the keyboard. = C5 The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new Four Hands mode split point.

  • Page 25: Reverb Types

    Enhancing the Sound The CN35 digital piano offers a variety of features to adjust and enhance the character of a particular sound. Some of these features (e.g. Reverb), are enabled automatically when a sound is selected, however players may also wish to change or type of enhancement to suit their personal preferences or different styles of music.

  • Page 26: Effects

    In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character and feeling of the instrument. As with reverb, some sound types enable certain effects automatically in order to enhance tonal quality. The CN35 digital piano features thirteen different effect types. Effect types...

  • Page 27: Touch

    Touch As with an acoustic piano, the CN35 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 –...

  • Page 28: Creating A User Touch Curve

    Touch Selecting the touch sensitivity Press and hold the TOUCH button, then press the VALUE buttons. The selected touch curve will be shown in the LCD display. Touch = Light Press the TOUCH button again to return to the standard (Normal) touch setting.

  • Page 29: Panel Lock

    Panel Lock The Panel Lock function allows the state of all panel buttons to be temporarily locked, preventing sounds and other settings from being changed. This function may prove useful in teaching environments, ensuring that students are not distracted by changing sounds etc. 1.

  • Page 30: Transpose

    Transpose The Transpose function allows the pitch of the CN35 digital piano’s keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone intervals. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for different keys, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another key.
  • Page 31 Using the Song Transpose function it is also possible to transpose recorder songs stored in internal memory, and SMF song files stored on a USB memory device. This allows the pitch of the song to be adjusted without affecting the pitch of the keyboard. Selecting the Song Transpose/Key Transpose settings Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the MENU buttons to alternate between the key transpose and...

  • Page 32: Metronome / Drum Rhythms

    The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. In addition to regular metronome beats, the CN35 digital piano also features a variety of drum rhythms to accompany most playing styles and musical genres.
  • Page 33 Adjusting the Metronome volume To adjust the metronome volume: Press the TEMPO and BEAT buttons simultaneously. The volume level of the metronome will be shown in the LCD screen. Press the VALUE buttons to adjust the value of the metronome volume. Volume ÅÅÅÅ...

  • Page 34: Registration Memories

    Registration Memories The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound selection, all settings, etc.) to be stored to a registration memory, and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. There are 18 different registration memories available, with two memories (‘A’ and ‘B’) assigned to each SOUND button. Registrations can also be loaded from/saved to USB memory devices.
  • Page 35 Exiting Registration mode (retain new settings) To return to normal playing mode with the current registration memory settings selected: Press the MENU buttons simultaneously. The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn off, and the instrument will return to normal playing mode. Storing a Registration memory To store a registration memory: Press and hold the REGISTRATION button, then press and hold...

  • Page 36: 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 the separate ‘Internal Song Lists’...

  • Page 37: Listening To The Selected Lesson Song

    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 38: Practicing Left And Right-Hand Parts Separately

    Lesson Function Practicing left and right-hand parts separately This page will explain how to adjust the left and right-hand part volume of the selected lesson song (allowing each part to be practiced separately), and how to start playing a lesson song from a specific bar. Adjusting the left/right-hand part volume After selecting a lesson book and song: Use the BALANCE slider to adjust the volume balance between...

  • Page 39: Repeating Sections Of A Lesson Song

    Repeating sections of a lesson song This page will explain how to repeat (loop) specific sections of the selected lesson song between a defined ‘A’ and ‘B’ point, allowing difficult passages to be practiced continuously. 1. Specifying the start point (A) of the loop After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the PLAY/STOP button.

  • Page 40: Recording A Lesson Song Practice

    Lesson Function Recording a lesson song practice This page will explain how to record the left or right-hand parts of the selected lesson song, then play back the performance for self-evaluation. 1. Starting the lesson song recording After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the REC button.

  • Page 41: Concert Magic

    Concert Magic The Concert Magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 88 pre-programmed songs, then tapping the keyboard with a steady rhythm and tempo. For a complete listing of available Concert Magic songs, please refer to the separate ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet. Performing a Concert Magic song The 88 Concert Magic songs are assigned to each of the 88 keys, and classified by song category into eight groups, such as Children’s Songs, American Classics, Christmas Songs etc.
  • Page 42 Concert Magic 4. Changing the Concert Magic playback sound Press a SOUND button to change the sound used for the Concert Magic song (melody and accompaniment parts). It is also possible to select independent sounds for the melody and accompaniment parts: Press the SPLIT button to enable Concert Magic split mode.

  • Page 43: Concert Magic Demo Mode

    Concert Magic demo mode This function allows all of the Concert Magic songs to be played back in order, randomly or in designated categories. All playback Enter Concert Magic mode without selecting a song. Press the PLAY/STOP button. All 88 Concert Magic songs will be played in order until the PLAY/STOP button is pressed again.

  • Page 44: Concert Magic Song Arrangement Types

    Concert Magic Concert Magic song arrangement types Concert Magic songs are divided into three different arrangement types, each requiring a different level of skill to be performed correctly. * The Concert Magic arrangement type is for each song is indicated in the ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet as ‘EB’, ‘MP’, or ‘SK’. Easy Beat These are the easiest songs to play.

  • Page 45: Steady Beat Mode

    Steady Beat mode Steady Beat mode allows all Concert Magic songs to be played by simply tapping any key with a constant steady beat, regardless of the song arrangement type. Change the Concert Magic playing mode Press and hold the CONCERT MAGIC button. The current Concert Magic mode will be shown on the second line of the LCD screen.

  • Page 46: Song Recorder (Internal Memory)

    (Internal memory) The CN35 digital piano allows up to 3 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. Each song consists of two separate tracks - referred to as ‘parts’ - that can be recorded and played back independently.

  • Page 47: Recording With The Metronome

    4. Stopping the song recorder Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn off, the recorder will stop, and the part/song will be stored in internal memory. After a few seconds, the Internal Song Player screen will be shown in the LCD display, indicating that the song is ready for playback.

  • Page 48: Playing A Song

    Song Recorder (Internal memory) Playing a Song This function is used to playback recorder songs stored in internal memory. To playback a song/part immediately after recording, start this process from step 2. 1. Entering song play mode Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and the Internal Song Player screen will be shown in the LCD display.
  • Page 49 Controlling song playback While the song is playing: Press the REW or FF buttons to rewind or advance the playing position of the song. Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end points PLAY/STOP PLAY/STOP REW and FF REW and FF of the loop.

  • Page 50: Erasing A Part/Song

    Song Recorder (Internal memory) Erasing a Part/Song This function is used to erase recorder parts that have been recorded incorrectly or songs that are no longer listened to. Once a part/song has been erased from memory it cannot be recovered. 1.

  • Page 51: Audio Record/Playback

    (USB memory) The CN35 digital piano is also capable of recording performances as digital audio - saving the data to a USB memory device in either MP3 or WAV format. This useful function allows professional quality recordings to be produced directly on the instrument - without the need for additional sound equipment - then emailed to band members, listened to away from the instrument, or edited and remixed further using an audio workstation.
  • Page 52 Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) 4. Stopping the audio recorder, saving to USB Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn off, and recording will stop. A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display, prompting to save the recorded audio file.

  • Page 53: Playing An Audio File

    Playing an Audio file The CN35 digital piano is also capable of playing MP3 and WAV audio files stored on a USB memory device directly through the instrument’s speaker system. This function is particularly useful when attempting to learn the chords or melody to a new piece, or to simply play along with one’s favourite song.
  • Page 54 * The playback volume can be adjusted within the range of 1 - 10. * There may be a noticeable difference in volume between audio file playback and the CN35 keyboard sound. When playing back MP3/WAV audio data, please adjust the volume of the audio file as desired.

  • Page 55: Overdubbing An Audio File

    Overdubbing an Audio file This function allows the sound of the CN35 to be recorded (overdubbed) to an existing MP3 or WAV audio file. 1. Entering USB recorder mode Connect a USB memory device to the USB port. Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU button to select the ‘USB Player’...
  • Page 56 Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) 4. Selecting the audio recorder file format Press the VALUE buttons to select the desired audio recorder file format (MP3 or WAV). Over Dubbing Format = MP3 5. Starting the audio recorder Press a key on the keyboard, or press the PLAY/STOP button. or or The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn on, the selected audio file will begin to play, and overdubbing...

  • Page 57: Recording A Midi File

    Recording a MIDI file This useful function allows 16 track SMF (Standard MIDI File) format songs to be recorded directly on the instrument, or for existing song files to be edited/modified without the need for additional sound equipment. Song Recorder format specifications Song Format Specifications Format 0...
  • Page 58 Audio Record/Playback (USB memory) 5. Stopping the song recorder, saving to USB Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn off, and recording will stop. A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display, prompting to save the recorded SMF.
  • Page 59 Overwriting a file If the specified filename already exists: A confirmation message will be shown in the LCD display, prompting to confirm or cancel the overwrite operation. Overwrite file? Press the REC button to confirm the overwrite, or the PLAY/STOP button to cancel.

  • Page 60: Playing A Midi File

    Playing a MIDI file The CN35 digital piano also supports the playback of Standard MIDI File (SMF) song files stored on a USB memory device, allowing a vast selection of widely accessible music to be heard through the instrument’s exquisite Progressive Harmonic Imaging sound engine.
  • Page 61 Controlling MIDI file playback While the MIDI file is playing: Press the REW or FF buttons to rewind or advance the playing position of the MIDI file. Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end points of the loop.

  • Page 62: Converting A Midi File To An Audio File

    Converting a MIDI file to an Audio file This function allows MIDI files or CN35 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file (to the USB device) in either MP3 or WAV format.
  • Page 63 4. Selecting the audio recorder file format Press the VALUE buttons to select the desired audio recorder file format (MP3 or WAV). Convert to Audio Format = MP3 5. Starting the Conversion Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn on, and conversion will start.

  • Page 64: Converting A Song To An Audio File

    (USB memory) Converting a Song to an Audio file The CN35 digital piano allows recorder songs stored in internal memory to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file to a USB device in either MP3 or WAV format.

  • Page 65: Deleting An Audio/Midi File

    Deleting an Audio/MIDI file This function is used to delete MP3/WAV audio files or MIDI song files stored on a USB device. Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered. 1. Entering USB playback mode Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.

  • Page 66: Usb Functions

    USB Menu The USB Menu contains functions to load/save registration memories and recorder songs from/to a USB memory device. This menu also allows files to be renamed and deleted, and for the USB memory device to be formatted. USB Menu functions Page no.

  • Page 67: Load Internal Song

    Load Internal Song The Load Internal Song function is used to load recorder songs stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. 1. Selecting the Load Int. Song function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to 1 Load Int.

  • Page 68: Load Registration

    The Load Registration function is used to load registration memories stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. There are two types of registration file: ‘Single’ and ‘All’. Note that only registration files saved on the CN34 or CN35 digital piano can be loaded. Registration file types...

  • Page 69: Save Smf Song

    Save SMF Song The Save SMF Song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device as a Standard MIDI File (SMF). 1. Selecting the Save SMF Song function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to 3 Save SMF Song enter the USB Menu.

  • Page 70: Save Internal Song

    Save Internal Song The Save Internal Song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device in the CN35’s native song format. 1. Selecting the Save Int. Song function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to 4 Save Int.

  • Page 71: Save Registration

    Save Registration The Save Registration function is used to save registration memories stored in the instrument to a USB memory device. There are two types of registration file: ‘Single’ and ‘All’. Registration file types Registration type Description File extension Single A file containing a single registration memory.

  • Page 72: Rename File

    USB Menu Rename File The Rename File function is used to rename song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device. 1. Selecting the Rename File function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to 6 Rename enter the USB Menu.

  • Page 73: Delete File

    Delete File The Delete File function is used to delete song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device. Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered. 1. Selecting the Delete File function Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button to 7 Delete enter the USB Menu.

  • Page 74: Format Usb

    USB Menu Format USB The Format USB function is used to format the connected USB memory device, erasing all stored data. The USB Format function will erase all data stored on the connected USB memory device. Exercise caution when using this function in order to prevent accidental data loss. 1.

  • Page 75: Settings Menus

    Settings Menus The Settings menus contain a variety of options to adjust the CN35’s operation and sound. Settings are grouped by category, providing convenient access to relevant controls. Once adjusted, settings can be stored to one of the instrument’s 18 registration memories, or selected as the default power-on settings with the Startup Setting function.

  • Page 76: Basic Settings

    Basic Settings The Basic settings menu contains settings to adjust the pitch, tuning, and general sound of the instrument. This menu also allows favourite panel settings to be stored, or reset back to the original factory configuration. Basic Settings Page no. Setting Description Default setting Tone Control...

  • Page 77: Tone Control

    Tone Control The Tone Control function allows the overall sound character of the CN35 digital piano to be adjusted to ensure the best sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are six different preset Tone Control types available, with an additional ‘User’...

  • Page 78: Brilliance

    Basic Settings Brilliance The Brilliance setting allows the overall brightness of the CN35 digital piano’s sound to be adjusted, independently of the ‘Voicing’ Virtual Technician setting. 1. Entering the Brilliance setting mode Press the VALUE buttons to select the Brilliance setting 1-1 Tone Control mode.

  • Page 79: User Eq

    User EQ User EQ setting User EQ bands Description Adjusts the low range frequency band (20 - 100 Hz). Mid-low Adjusts the mid-low range frequency band (355 - 1000 Hz). Mid-high Adjusts the mid-high range frequency band (1120 - 3150 Hz). High Adjusts the high range frequency band (5000 - 20000 Hz).

  • Page 80: Speaker Volume

    Basic Settings Speaker Volume The Speaker Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the CN35 digital piano’s speaker output to be reduced, providing finer adjustment control over the master volume. This setting can also function as a volume limiter, preventing the instrument from being played too loudly in the home or classroom etc.

  • Page 81: Phones Volume

    Phones Volume The Phones Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the headphones output to be increased. The default setting for Phones Volume is ‘Normal’ in order to protect an individual’s ears from excessive volume levels. The ‘High’ setting may be selected when using headphones with a high impedance, or in situations where it is desirable to increase the maximum volume level of the headphones output.

  • Page 82: Line Out Volume

    The Line Out Volume setting allows the level of the instrument’s Line Out output to be adjusted. This setting may be useful when connecting the CN35 digital piano to mixers and other audio equipment. * This setting does not affect the speaker or headphone volume.

  • Page 83: Audio Recorder Gain

    Audio Recorder Gain The Audio Recorder Gain setting allows the recording level of MP3/WAV audio files to be adjusted. While the instrument’s default audio recorder level is optimised to capture the broad dynamic range of a grand piano, there may be occasions where it is desirable to increase or decrease this gain setting for certain types of music. 1.

  • Page 84: Tuning

    Basic Settings Tuning The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the CN35 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other pitched instruments. 1. Selecting the Tuning setting...

  • Page 85: Damper Hold

    Damper Hold The Damper Hold setting is used to determine whether sounds such as organ or strings should be sustained continuously when the sustain (damper) pedal is pressed, or whether these sounds should decay, naturally. Damper Hold settings Damper Hold Description Organ, string, etc.

  • Page 86: Four Hands

    The Four Hands setting provides an alternative method to enabling the Four Hands Mode function, and may prove useful in teaching environments or situations where this function should be enabled automatically every time the CN35 digital piano is turned on. * Please refer to page 23 for information about the Four Hands Mode function.

  • Page 87: Startup Setting

    Startup Setting The Startup Setting function allows preferred panel settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and automatically recalled as the default settings every time the CN35 digital piano is turned on. Settings stored in Startup Setting General Settings...

  • Page 88: Factory Reset

    1-10 Factory Reset The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the Startup Setting function above, restoring the CN35 digital piano back to its factory default settings. * This function does not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory.

  • Page 89: Virtual Technician

    The Virtual Technician settings of the CN35 digital piano simulate these refinements digitally, allowing performers to shape various aspects of the instrument’s character to suit their personal preferences.
  • Page 90 Virtual Technician Entering the Virtual Technician menu While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display: Press the MENU buttons to select the Virtual Technician menu. 2 Virtual Tech. Press the VALUE button to enter the Virtual Technician menu. The first page of the Virtual Technician menu will be shown in the LCD display Selecting the desired setting...

  • Page 91: Voicing

    Voicing The Voicing setting allows the tonal character of the CN35 digital piano to be set to one of six different types. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. Voicing types Voicing type Description Normal The normal tonal character of an acoustic piano throughout the entire dynamic range.

  • Page 92: Damper Resonance

    The CN35 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance sound to be adjusted.

  • Page 93: 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 CN35 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted.

  • Page 94: String Resonance

    String Resonance refers to a phenomenon that exists in acoustic pianos whereby the strings of held notes resonate ‘sympathetically’ with other notes of the same harmonic series. The CN35 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the String Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance to be adjusted.

  • Page 95: Key-Off Effect

    (e.g. legato playing). The CN35 digital piano reproduces both characteristics, with the Key-off Effect setting allowing the volume of the key-off sound to be adjusted, and the key-off release speed detection to be turned on or off.

  • Page 96: Fall-Back Noise

    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 CN35 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted.

  • Page 97: Hammer Delay

    When playing pianissimo passages using an acoustic piano, there may be a perceived delay between a key being pressed and the hammer striking the strings. If desired, the CN35 digital piano can recreate this delay, with the Hammer Delay setting allowing the delay length to be adjusted.

  • Page 98: Topboard

    The CN35 digital piano attempts to simulate these characteristics, with four different topboard positions. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

  • Page 99: Decay Time

    When playing an acoustic grand piano, the length of the instrument influences the speed at which held notes decay, with longer grand pianos (i.e. longer strings) characterised by longer decay times. The CN35 digital piano attempts to simulate this characteristic, with the Decay Time setting allowing the length of decay while keys are pressed to be adjusted.

  • Page 100: Minimum Touch

    Virtual Technician 2-10 Minimum Touch The Minimum Touch setting allows the minimum key velocity required to produce a sound to be adjusted. By default, this setting attempts to recreate the extremely fine touch sensitivity of a concert grand piano, allowing a very soft sound to be produced with the slightest of key touches.

  • Page 101: Temperament

    2-11 Temperament The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the CN35 digital piano to be changed from the modern ‘Equal Temperament’ standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. It is also possible to create customised temperaments using the User Temperaments function.

  • Page 102: Stretch Tuning

    Virtual Technician Stretch Tuning Stretch Tuning is a piano-specific tuning method in which the tuning for the lower notes is slightly lower and the tuning for the higher notes is slightly higher than the settings made in the Equal temperament. This section explains the setting of Stretch Tuning to On/Off/Piano Only.

  • Page 103: Stretch Curve

    Stretch Curve Stretch Curve is a piano-specific tuning method in which the tuning for the lower notes is slightly lower and the tuning for the higher notes is slightly higher than the settings made in the Equal temperament. This function is effective only when both of the following conditions are met: “Equal Temperament” is selected for Temperament, and “On”...

  • Page 104: User Tuning

    Virtual Technician User Tuning The User Tuning function allows each of the 88-keys to be tuned individually. This function is effective only when all of the following conditions are met: “Equal Temperament” is selected for Temperament, “On” or “Piano Only” is selected for Stretch Tuning, and “User” is selected for Stretch Curve. 1.

  • Page 105: Temperament Key

    Temperament Key The Temperament Key setting allows the key of the selected temperament to be specified. When using a temperament other than Equal temperament, use this setting to specify the key signature of the piece. * This setting will only affect the ‘balance’ of the tuning system, the pitch of the keyboard will remain unchanged. Changing the Temperament Key setting After selecting a temperament other than Equal temperament 2-11 Temper.

  • Page 106: User Temperament

    Virtual Technician User Temperament The User Temperament setting allows custom temperaments to be created. * This setting is only available when User Temperament is selected. 1. Selecting the User Temperament After selecting the User Temperament type (page 101): 2-11UserTemp. C Press the MENU button.

  • Page 107: User Key Volume

    2-12 User Key Volume The User Key Volume settings allows the volume of each of the 88-keys to be adjusted individually. 1. Selecting the User Key Volume setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 89): 2-12 UserKeyVol. = Off Press the MENU buttons to select the User Key Volume setting.

  • Page 108: Half-Pedal Adjust

    Virtual Technician 2-13 Half-Pedal Adjust The Half-Pedal Adjust setting allows the point at which the damper/sustain pedal becomes effective (i.e. when the dampers of the piano begin to lift from the strings) to be adjusted. This setting may be useful for pianists that habitually rest their right foot on the damper/sustain pedal, but do not necessarily wish to sustain the sound.

  • Page 109: Soft Pedal Depth

    2-14 Soft Pedal Depth The Soft Pedal Depth setting adjusts the effectiveness (i.e. depth/strength) of the soft pedal. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. 1. Selecting the Soft Pedal Depth setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 89): 2-14SoftPedalDep Press the MENU buttons to select the Soft Pedal Depth...

  • Page 110: Key Settings

    Key Settings The Key Settings menu contains settings to adjust the instrument’s operation when using the Dual or Split playing modes. Key Settings Page no. Setting Description Default setting Lower Octave Raise the pitch of the lower section in octave steps when using Split mode. Lower Pedal Enable/disable sustain pedal for the lower section when using Split mode.

  • Page 111: Lower Octave Shift

    Lower Octave Shift The Lower Octave Shift setting allows the pitch of the lower section when using Split mode to be raised in octave steps. 1. Selecting the Lower Octave Shift setting After entering the Key Settings menu (page 110): 3-1 Lower Octave The Lower Octave Shift setting will be selected automatically.

  • Page 112: Lower Pedal

    Key Settings Lower Pedal The Lower Pedal setting determines whether or not the sustain pedal will affect (i.e. sustain) the lower sound when using Split mode. Lower Pedal settings Lower Pedal Description In Split mode, lower section sounds will not be sustained when the sustain pedal is pressed. (default) In Split mode, lower section sounds will be sustained when the sustain pedal is pressed.

  • Page 113: Layer Octave Shift

    Layer Octave Shift The Layer Octave Shift setting allows the pitch of the layered sound when using Dual mode to be raised or lowered in octave steps. 1. Selecting the Layer Octave Shift setting After entering the Key Settings menu (page 110): 3-3 Layer Octave Press the MENU buttons to select the Layer Octave Shift...

  • Page 114: Layer Dynamics

    Key Settings Layer Dynamics When using Dual mode, sometimes simply adjusting the volume balance between the two layered sounds is not enough to create the desired sound character, especially if both sounds are very dynamic. Layering two equally dynamic sounds can prove difficult to control and play comfortably. The Layer Dynamics Function allows the dynamic sensitivity of the layered sound to be reduced, in order to improve the blend between the two combined sounds.

  • Page 115: Power Settings

    Power Settings Auto Power Off The CN35 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 116: Assembly Instructions

    Please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the CN35 digital piano. Please ensure that two or more people work on assembling the CN35 digital piano, especially when lifting the main body of the instrument onto the stand in step 3.
  • Page 117 1. Attaching the side panels b to the pedal board d Unfasten and extend the pedal connection cable attached to the bottom of the pedal board d. Temporary Attach the left and right side panels b to the pedal board d mounting using the temporary mounting screws located on either end of screw...
  • Page 118 5. Attaching the headphone hook k (optional) A headphone hook is included with the CN35 digital piano and can be used to hang headphones when not in use. If desired, attach the headphone hook to the underside of the main body using the two tapping screws provided.

  • Page 119: Connecting To Other Devices

    If this occurs, turn the power off and then on again to reset the amplifier protection circuit. Do not connect the LINE IN and LINE OUT jacks of the CN35 digital piano together with the same cable. An audio loop (oscillation sound) will occur, resulting in damage to the unit.

  • Page 120: Jack Panel

    It may be necessary to format the USB memory device before conforms to USB2.0 Hi-Speed standards. Older USB devices it can be used with the CN35 digital piano. If so, please refer to can still be used, however data transfer speed will be limited the USB Format function instructions on page 74.

  • Page 121: Usb Midi (Usb To Host Connector)

    (USB to Host connector) The CN35 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 122: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The tables below summarise issues that may be experienced with the CN35 digital piano, explaining the typical cause(s), and recommended solution(s). Power Issue Possible Cause and Solution Page no. The instrument does not turn on. Check that the power cable is firmly attached to the instrument, and p.
  • Page 123 Check that a USB MIDI driver is installed on the computer. p. 121 using a USB cable, however the software does Check that ‘USB Audio Device’ or ‘KAWAI USB MIDI’ is selected in the p. 121 not respond to key presses.

  • Page 124: Demo Song List

    Electric Bass Original Kawai Fretless Bass Original Kawai W. Bass & Ride Original Kawai OTHERS Zwei Rapsodien Op.79 Nr.2 Brahms Piano Concerto a moll Op.16 Grieg * Kawai regrets that sheet music for Kawai original demo songs is not available.

  • Page 125: Program Change Number List

    Program Change Number List Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number PIANO1 Concert Grand Studio Grand Mellow Grand Modern Piano PIANO2 Concert Grand 2 Studio Grand 2 Mellow Grand 2 Rock Piano ELECTRIC PIANO...
  • Page 126 Program Change Number List Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number OTHERS: Piano Jazz Grand New Age Piano New Age Piano 2 New Age Piano 3 Piano Octaves Electric Grand Electric Grand2 Honky Tonk...
  • Page 127 Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number Soft Solo ElectronicOrgan 60’s Organ Perc. Organ Tibia Bass Rock Organ OTHERS: Church Organ Principal Oct. Theater Organ 8’ Celeste Small Ensemble Reeds Chiffy Tibia...
  • Page 128 Program Change Number List Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number E. Guitar 3 Cutting Guitar Cutting Guitar2 Cutting Guitar3 Muted Electric Country Lead OverdriveGuitar Dynmic Ov.drive Distortion Dist Feedback Dist Rhythm...
  • Page 129 Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number Synth Strings Synth Strings 2 Synth Strings 3 Pizzicato Harp Celtic Harp Timpani OTHERS: Choir & Hit Choir 3 Voice Oohs Humming Synth Vocal Analog Voice...
  • Page 130 Program Change Number List Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number OTHERS: Reed Oboe & Strings Soprano Sax Alto Sax Soft Tenor Sax Tenor Sax Baritone Sax Oboe English Horn Bassoon...
  • Page 131 Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number OTHERS: Synth Pad Itopia New Age 2 New Age 3 New Age 4 Warm Pad Sine Pad Bright Warm Pad Polysynth Choir Bowed...
  • Page 132 Program Change Number List Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number Castanet Taiko Drums Concert BD Melodic Toms Melodic Toms 2 Synth Drum Rhythm Box Tom Electric Drum Reverse Cymbal Gtr Fret Noise GtrCuttingNoise...
  • Page 133 Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Multi-timbral mode = on2 Sound Name Bank LSB Program Number Bank MSB Bank LSB Program Number Laughing Screaming Punch Heartbeat Foot Step Gunshot Machine Gun Laser Gun Explosion OTHERS: DRUMKIT Standard Set Room Set Power Set Electronic Set Analog Set Jazz Set...

  • Page 134: Drum Sound Mapping List

    Drum Sound Mapping List Standard Set Room Set Power Set Electronic Set High Q High Q High Q High Q Slap Slap Slap Slap Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Sticks Sticks Sticks...
  • Page 135 Analog Set Jazz Set Brush Set Orchestra Set High Q High Q High Q Closed Hi-hat 2 Slap Slap Slap Pedal Hi-hat Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Push Open Hi-hat 2 Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Ride Cymbal 1 Sticks Sticks Sticks...
  • Page 136 Drum Sound Mapping List SFX Set Ambience Set Pop Set Ballad Set Snare Roll Snare Roll Snare Roll Finger Snap Finger Snap Finger Snap High Q High Q High Q Slap Slap Slap Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Push Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Scratch Pull Sticks...

  • Page 137: Drum Rhythm List

    Drum Rhythm List Rhythm Name Rhythm Name 8 Beat 1 Hip Hop 3 Hip Hop 4 8 Beat 2 Techno 1 8 Beat 3 16 Beat 1 Techno 2 16 Beat 2 Techno 3 16 Beat 3 Heavy Techno 16 Beat 4 8 Shuffle 1 8 Shuffle 2 16 Beat 5...

  • Page 138: Settings List

    Settings List The tables below list all of the settings/functions that can be adjusted from the CN35 digital piano’s panel interface, in addition to available ranges/types, default settings, and Registration/Startup Setting storing capabilities. Setting Name Range / Type Default Setting...
  • Page 139 Setting Name Range / Type Default Setting Registration Startup Setting 4. MIDI Settings MIDI Channel 1 - 16 Send Program Change Number Local Control Off, On Transmit Program Change Number Off, On Multi Timbral Mode Off, On1, On2 Channel Mute Play, Mute for each channel 1 - 16 All Play 5.

  • Page 140: Specifications

    Specifications Keyboard 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces Responsive Hammer III (RHIII) action with Let-Off, Triple Sensor, and Counterweights Sound Source Progressive Harmonic Imaging™ (PHI), 88-key piano sampling Internal Sounds 324 voices PIANO1: Concert Grand, Studio Grand, Mellow Grand, Modern Piano PIANO2: Concert Grand 2, Studio Grand 2, Mellow Grand 2, Rock Piano ELECTRIC PIANO:...
  • Page 142 CN35 Owner’s Manual 818092 KPSZ-0716 R101 OW1079E-S1408 Copyright © 2014 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Printed in Indonesia...

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