FAME DP-88 User manual

12/2020
KEY0005342-000
User Manual

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Congratulations on your new FAME Stagepiano DP-88!
Thank you for choosing a FAME product. Thanks to efficient development and economical
production,
FAME makes high-quality products at a fantastic price possible. Please read these
operating instructions carefully to be informed about all functions of this product and keep
them for future reference.
Have fun with your new product!
Your FAME Team
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Intended use:
The Fame DP-88 is a digital piano designed to play sounds on the keyboard and make
them audible through built-in speakers or headphones. Improper use of the product is
considered improper and can lead to personal injury or property damage. No liability is
assumed for damage resulting from improper use. It must be ensured that the device is
operated exclusively by trained and competent users who are in full possession of their
mental, physical and sensory abilities. The use by other persons is only permitted under
the supervision or guidance of a person responsible for their safety.
Scope of delivery
Quantity Content
1x Digital Piano
1x Manual

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Important safety instructions! Please read before connection!
CAUTION! (Electro Magnetic Interference)
The normal function of the product may be disturbed by Strong
Electro Magnetic Interference. If so, simply reset the product to
resume normal operation by following the owner‘s manual. In case
the function could not resume, please use the product in other
location.
DANGER! (For babies and children)
Dispose of or store any packaging material properly! Packaging
material must be kept out of the reach of babies and children due
to the danger of suffocation .
Make sure that children never use the device unattended! In
addition, make sure that children do not remove (small) parts from
the device, as they could suffocate by swallowing parts!
DANGER! (Electric shock due to high voltages in the device)
The housing must not be removed! There are no parts to be
maintained in the device. Inside the unit there are components
which are under high electrical voltage.
Before each use, check the device for damage or the absence of
components, protective devices or housing parts. If this is the case,
do not use the device!
Leave maintenance and repair work to a qualified service
workshop or contact your dealer.
DANGER! (Electric shock due to short circuit)
Modifications to the power cord or plug are prohibited. If the power
cord is dama- ged, it must be replaced immediately with an original
spare part from the manufacturer. Failure to do so may result in fire
or death due to electric shock!
WARNING! (Damage to hearing)
The unit may generate volumes that may cause temporary or
permanent hearing- loss. Over time, even seemingly uncritical levels
can cause hearing damage. Reduce the volume immediately if ear
noise or hearing loss occurs. If this is not possible, keep a greater
distance or use adequate hearing protection.
Hint! (Fire hazard due to overheating)
The maximum permissible ambient temperature of this device is 40°C.
Ensure that the unit is placed in a place with adequate ventilation,
out of the reach of direct heat sources, naked flames and
combustible materials and liquids.

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Hint! (Operating conditions)
Due to its structural characteristics, the device is designed for indoor
operation (IP20). Never expose the device to rain, moisture or liquids
as this may cause damage.
Vibrations, dust or solar radiation can also lead to damage, void
them! Do not apply excessive force to the switches or controls.
Do not let paper, metallic, or other objects into the instrument. If this
happens, remove the electric plug from the outlet. Then have the
instrument inspected by qualified service personnel.
Disconnect all cables before moving the instrument.
Hint! (Power supply)
It is essential that you check that the device voltage matches your
local mains voltage. It is highly recommended that you fuse your
mains socket with a residual current circuit breaker (FI).
Please connect the designated AC adaptor to an AC outlet.
If you do not use your device for a longer period of time, disconnect
it from the power supply in order to minimize danger. The same
applies to storm conditions such as thunderstorms, floods, etc.
Hint! (Commissioning)
All connections of the device should be made before
switching on. Use only high-quality cables for connections.
Hint! (Installation)
Be sure to inspect the device for damage before using. Optimum
use of the original packaging or suitable transport or storage
packaging to protect the product when not in use optimally against
influences such as dust or moisture, etc.
Hint! (Possible damage due to magnetic fields)
Loudspeakers generate a static magnetic field. Please keep an
appropriate distance from other equipment that may be affected or
damaged by an external magnetic field.

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Hint! (Interferences with other electrical devices)
Radios and televisions placed nearby may experience reception
interference. Operate this unit at a suitable distance from radios
and televisions.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (for USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interfe- rence in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Symbols on device and packaging:
The lightning flash symbol warns the user about non-insulated
current and the risk of electrocution
The exclamation mark symbol warns the user about important
maintenance and operating instructions in the manual
Intended for indoor use
Read manual

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Table of contents:
Control panel & connections p. 07
Power supply p. 08
Using headphones p. 08
Connection to amplifier p. 08
Audio input p. 08
Connecting the pedal p. 08
USB connection p. 09
Playing music from a USB flash drive p. 09
Adjusting the volume P. 10
Key tone p. 10
Selecting the tone colour p. 11
Playing demo songs p. 11
Metronome p. 12
Metronome Tempo p. 12
Metronome volume p. 13
Sustain p. 13
Vibrato p. 13
Transpose p. 14
Touch control p. 14
Split p. 15
Dual timbre p. 16
Lesson Mode p. 16
Octave control p. 17
Recording mode p. 18
Timbre table p. 19
Space for notes p. 20

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I. Panel Control And Extension Ports
Front Panel Controls
Rear Panel Controls

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II. Preparation
AC/DC power adapter
Dedicated AC/DC power adapter for the Piano should be used. Connect the
output end of the power adapter to the power interface on the rear panel of the
Piano, and the other end to the power socket. (Please note that the input voltage of
the adapter should be in line with the utility power voltage)
Use of headphones
Two professional 6.5 mm dual-track headphones ports are provided on the Piano.
When connecting a headphone to the PHONES-1 or PHONES-2 port on the rear
panel of the Piano, the loudspeaker will be disenabled automatically. In this way,
you can carry out personal practice or four hands playing without disturbing others.
 Caution! When using headphone, do not keep high volume for a
long time, or else hearing damage may be caused.
Connection with amplifier or audio device
The Piano is configured with an in-built loudspeaker. You may connect the Piano to
other external audio devices. Firstly, turn off the Piano and the external audio
device, secondly, connect one end of the audio cable to the AUDIO OUT (audio
output) port on the rear panel of the Piano, and finally connect the other end to the
audio input port of the audio device.
Audioinput port
The Piano is equipped with a stereo input function. Sound signals from mobile
phone, MP3 player, computer and other audio devices can be input into the Piano
for playing. Firstly, turn off the Piano, secondly, connect one end of the audio
cable to the output port of an audio device, and the other end to the AUDIO IN port
an the rear panel of the Piano, finally, turn on the Piano.
Pedal port
The Piano is configured with single pedal port which can be used for the
connection of a sustain pedal to simulate various sound effects during the piano

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performance. Connect the pedal connector to the PEDAL port on the rear panel of
the Piano, and carry out required operations with the pedal.
 Note: the panel is an operational item. Different configurations are
provided with different pedals.
USB-MIDI (APP) port
The USB-MIDI (APP) port of the Piano is used for the connection with a mobile
phone or a tablet PC. Download and install APP teaching software to realize the
connection of the Piano with smart devices, facilitating teaching and learning.
Connecting method: A dedicated OTG data cable of the Piano should be used
for the connection between the Piano and a mobile phone or a tablet PC.
The USB-MIDI (APP) port of the Piano can also be used for the connection with
other musical Instruments and computer with MIDI. You can output performance
records to a computer for advanced recording, composing and editing with
computer software, or input the MIDI music stored in the computer to the Piano for
playing.
Play U disk music
The Piano is configured with an in-built U disk music player with 32GB memory,
which can be used to play music of MP3 format. Insert a U disk into the UDISK
port on the rear panel, press the [FUNCTION+] + UDISK MUSIC PLAYER
[ON/OFF) buttons to play MP3 music.
 Press [FUNCTION+] + UDISK MUSIC PLAYER buttons to play or
pause a track.
 Press [FUNCTION+] + UDISK MUSIC PLAYER buttons
to adjust the volume
 Press [FUNCTION+] or buttons to go to the previous or
next track.
 Press [FUNCTION+) + buttons to cycle through the repeat
modes for continuous, random, or single playback.
 Press [FUNCTION+] + UDISK MUSIC PLAYER [ON/OFF) buttons again
to deactivate the MP3 music playing function.

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III. Basic Performance Method
Press the [POWER) button, the [PIANO) button light will light an, and then you
may operate the Piano as required.
Master volume adjustment
Turn the [MASTER VOLUME) knob clockwise to increase master volume, and
anti-clockwise to decrease master volume. The master volume controls all
volumes simultaneously.
Key tone
The click function is defaulted to be enabled, press the [FUNCTION+] button +
function compound key an the keyboard, a prompt tone "click" will be heard. Press
the [FUNCTION+] button + the [Click] key to enable or disable the key tone
function.

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Timbre selection
The Piano provides 140 timbres, from "000" to "139", for your selection. When the
Piano is turned on, the [PIANO] button light lights on.
Default timber: the Piano provides 8 default timbers for your selection, among
which, the default timber of [GM TIMBRE) is "088 Pad 1 (NewAge)".
Select other timbers: press the [GM TIMBRE) button + [DEMO SONG/GM
TIMBER) keys to select standard GM timber and Chinese folk timber from "000" to
"139".
Play demo songs
Press the [DEMO) button to play the demo songs, and press the [DEMO) button
again to stop playing.
The Piano provides 16 demo songs, from "00" to "15", for your selection. Press
the [FUNCTION+] button + [DEMO SONG/GM TIMBER) keys to select the
corresponding demo song.
During the demo sang playing process, you can select other timbres for playing
the demo sang. (Note: percussion and dual timber is not applicable)

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IV Metronome
Metronome
Press the [METRONOME] button to activate the metronome. Press the
[METRONOME] button again to deactivate the metronome.
The Piano contains 10 tempos. Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the
[METRONOME] 1/4- 12 /8 keys for metronome setting.
Tempo
The tempo is defaulted tobe 120, which is adjustable between the range of "30" to
"300". Press the [FUNCTION+] button + [Tempo] number + "-/+" keys to select the
required tempo.
 Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [TAP] key of the [TEMPO] to restore
the default value.

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Metronome volume
The Piano contains 5 metronome volumes. Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the
[METRONOME VOLUME] 1 - 5 keys for metronome volume setting.
V. Effect Change
Timbre change
Sustain: prolong the lasting time of a pitch.
 Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [SUSTAIN -ON] key to enable the
sustain effect.
 Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [SUSTAIN - OFF] key to disable the
sustain effect.
Vibrato: add a pulsating change to the pitch
 Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [VIBRATO - ON] key to enable the
vibrato effect.
 Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [VIBRATO - OFF] key to disable the
vibrato effect.

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Sustain pedal: prolong the lasting time of a pitch.
 Press and hold the [sustain pedal] to enable the sustain effect , and release
the pedal to disable such effect.
TRANSPOSE
The transpose control function of the Piano is adjustable from "-6" to "+6", and the
default setting is 0. Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [TRANSPOSE -/+] keys
for transposing within ±6.
The transpose function saves the trouble of raising and lowering the key when
playing on the keyboard. You can play songs in every key in the same way as that
for playing songs in key C. lt may decrease the key by half-step (minor second),
thus the keys positions for key Cis changed to those for key B; press the "+"
button to increase all keys by half-step (minor second), in this case, the tone of the
key position of key Cis changed to key C# or key Db. lf the button is pressed for
twice, key C will decrease to Bb; and if the button is pressed for fifth times, key C
will decrease to key F. Press the "+" and "-" buttons simultaneously to reset key C.
Touch control
Press the [FUNCTION+] button + [TOUCH] OFF, 1-3 keys to turn off or shift touch
force among 3 grades.

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Split
The keyboard can be split into two zones, in this way, you can play two different
timbres with your left and right hands respectively. You should set the timbre for
the right hand side alter the timbre that you were using before splitting is applied to
the left-hand side. For example, you can set the timbre of the left-hand side to
bass and the right-hand side to piano.
 Press the [SPLIT+] button to split the keyboard , and press the [SPLIT+]
button again to disable the keyboard split.
 Press the [SPLIT+] button for the first time and press the key simultaneously
toset the split point. The currently pressed key will be the first key of the
right-hand side.
When the keyboard split function is enabled, the scale of the left-hand zone will
increase by an octave, and the scale of the right-hand zone will decrease by an
octave. Take the default split point as an example, scales of Keys A0 - G2# will
change to those of Keys A1 - G3#, while scales of Keys A2 - CB will change to
those of Keys A1 - C?.
 Press the [FUNCTION+] button and [SPLIT) 1 - 5 keys toset the volume for
the left-hand zone.
 After the keyboard split function is enabled, you can reselect a timbre for the
right-hand zone.

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Dual timbre
Press any two timbre buttons simultaneously to enable the dual timbre function, in
this case, the two selected timbre will be overlaid.
When overlay of other timbres are required, press the [GM TIMBRE] button + the
[DEMO SONG/GM TIMBRE] key to select other timbres, and then press the [GM
TIMBRE) and other [TIMBRE) buttons simultaneously.
Both volumes for the upper layer and the lower layer have 5 grades: the volume of
the first selected timbre is adjusted via the upper volume by pressing the
[FUNCTION+) button + the [UPPER VOLUME 1 - 5) keys on the keyboard; the
volume of the later selected timbre is adjusted via the upper volume by pressing
the [FUNCTION+] button + the [LOWER VOLUME 1 - 5] keys.
VI. Lesson Mode
Lesson Mode
In the lesson mode, the 88 keys are split into two zones with identical tone and
timbre, which facilitates the demonstration by teacher-level students, and two
persons can play the piano simultaneously.
Press the [LESSON) button for the first time to activate the lesson mode, press the
[LESSON] button again to disable this function.

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Under the lesson mode, the scales of Keys A0 - C5 in the left zone will change to
the scales of KeysA2 - C6, while the scales of Keys C4# - C8 in the right zone will
change to the scales of Keys C2# - C6.
Octave Control
Under the lesson mode, you can perform octave adjustment from "-2" to "+2", and
the default setting is 0. Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [OCTAVE] "-" / "+"
keys for octave adjustment with in ±2. For example, when adjusting octave to "-2",
the left zone will change to A0-C4 while the right zone will change to C0#-C4.
 Press the [FUNCTION+] button + [OCTAVE] "-" / "+" keys simultaneously to
restore the default setting.
Note: octave control can only be enabled under the lesson mode.

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VII. Record Mode
Record
Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [REC] key to enable the record mode. Press
the [FUNCTION+] button + the [REC] key again to disable the record mode.
Under the record mode, the metronome will be enabled automatically, and you
can press any key to start recording.
 Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [TEMPO] key to adjust the tempo.
The Piano can record 700 notes at maximum. When the storage memory is full,
the record mode will be disabled and the metronome will shut down automatically.
Play
Press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [PLAY] key to play the records. During the
playing process, press the [FUNCTION+] button + the [PLAY] key again to stop
playing.

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Appendix Timbre Table
000 Acoustic Grand Piano
035 Fretless Bass
070 Bassoon
105 Banjo
001 BrightAcoustic Piano
036 Slap Bass 1
071 Clarinet
106 Shamisen
002 Electric Grand Piano
037 Slap Bass 2
072 Piccolo
107 Koto
003 Honky-tonk Piano
038 Synth Bass 1
073 Flute
108 Kalimba
004 Rhodes Piano
039 Synth Bass 2
07 4 Recorder
109 Bagpipe
005 Chorused Piano
040 Violin
075 Pan Flute
110 Fiddle
006 Harpsichord
041 Viola
076 Bollle Blow
111 Shanai
007 Clavichord
042 Cello
077 Shakuhachi
112 Tinkle Bell
008 Celesta
043 Contrabass
078 Whislle
113 Agogo
009 Glockenspiel
044 Tremolo Strings
079 Ocarina
114 Steel Drums
010 Music Box
045 Pizzicato Strings
080 Lead 1 (square)
115 Woodblock
011 Vibraphone
046 Orchestral Harp
081 Lead 2 (sawtooth)
116 TaikoDrum
012 Marimba
047 Timpani
082 Lead 3 (calliope lead)
117 MelodicTom
013 Xylophone
048 String Ensemble 1
083 Lead 4 (chiff lead)
118 Synth Drum
014 Tubular Bell
049 String Ensemble 2
084 Lead 5 (charang)
119 Reverse Cymbal
015 Dulcimer
050 Synth Strings 1
085 Lead 6 (voice)
120 Guitar Free Noise
016 DrawbarOrgan
051 Synth Strings 2
086 Lead 7 (fifths)
121 Breath Noise
017 Percussive Organ
052 Choir Aahs
087 Lead 8 (bass+lead)
122 Seashore
018 Rock Organ
053 Voice Ochs
088 Pad 1 (new age)
123 Bird Tweet
019 Church Organ
054 Synth Voice
089 Pad 2 (warm)
124 Telephone Ring
020 Reed Organ
055 Orchestra Hit
090 Pad 3 (polysynth)
125 Helicopter
021 Accordion
056 Trumpet
091 Pad 4 (choir)
126 Applause
022 Harmonica
057 Trombone
092 Pad 5 (bowed)
127 Gunshot
023 TangoAccordion
058 Tuba
093 Pad 6 (metallic)
128 Yong Gin
024 Acoustic Guitar (nylon)
059 Muted Trumpet
094 Pad 7 (halo)
129 Zheng
025Acoustic Guitar (steel)
060 French Horn
095 Pad 8 (sweep)
130 Zhong Ruan
026 Electric Guitar Jazz)
061 Brass Section
096 FX 1 (rain)
131 Pi Pa
027 Electric Guilar (clean)
062 Synth Brass 1
097 FX 2 (soundtrack)
132 Big Sauna
028 Electric Guilar (muted)
063 Synth Brass 2
098 FX 3 (crystal)
133 Sauna
029 Overdriven Guitar
064 Soprane Sax
099 FX 4 (almosphere)
134 ErHu
030 Distortion Guitar
065Alto Sax
100 FX 5 (brightness)
135 Yue Hu
031 Guitar Harmonics
066 Tenor Sax
101 FX 6 (goblins)
136 DiZi
032 Acoustic Bass
067 Baritone Sax
102 FX 7 (echoes)
137 Bang Di
033 Electric Bass (finger)
068 Oboe
103 FX 8 (sci-fi)
138 Koto
034 Electric Bass (pick)
069 English Horn
104 Sitar
139 Qu Di

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Notes
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