Kawai CN24 User manual

CN24
Owner’s Manual
Preparation Before Use
Playing the Piano
Internal Songs
Recorder
Settings
Appendix

Thank you for purchasing this Kawai digital piano.
This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the CN24 digital piano.
Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.

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Preface
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AboutthisOwner’sManual
Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Preparation Before Use section from page 10 of this owner’s manual.
This section explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power.
The Playing the Piano section (page 12) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing the
CN24 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Internal Songs section (page 17) includes
information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, Concert Magic songs, and Lesson function.
The Recorder section (page 26) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored in the instrument’s internal
memory, and the Settings section (page 28) details the settings that can be used to adjust a number of sound and keyboard
characteristics, as well as basic MIDI functionality.
Finally, the Appendix section (page 42) includes listings for all demo, Concert Magic, and Lesson function songs, a troubleshooting
guide, assembly instructions, MIDI reference information, and full specication details.
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CN24 Feature Highlights
Responsive Hammer II weighted-key action, with Ivory Touch key surfaces and Let-o simulation
The new Responsive Hammer II (RHII) action recreates the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano, with its realistic
movement and accurate 3-sensor technology providing a smooth, natural, and highly responsive piano playing
experience. The weight of the keyboard is appropriately graded to mirror the heavier bass hammers and lighter treble
hammers of an acoustic piano, while structural reinforcements within the action assembly ensure greater stability during
fortissimo and staccato passages.
The CN24 digital piano also features Kawai’s Ivory Touch key surfaces that gently absorb nger moisture to assist the
player’s performance, while, let-o simulation recreates the subtle ‘notch’ sensation felt when softly playing the keys of
a grand piano, satisfying the expectations of the most discerning pianists.
Progressive Harmonic Imaging (PHI) with 88-key piano sampling
The CN24 digital piano captures the beautiful sound of Kawai’s highly acclaimed hand-built concert grand piano, with
all 88 keys of this exceptional instrument meticulously recorded, analysed and faithfully reproduced using proprietary
Progressive Harmonic Imaging™ technology. This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of the
original grand piano, aording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to
the strongest, boldest fortissimo.
Additional modelling techniques and eects, such as reverb and damper resonance are also applied, delivering a
selection of vibrant piano tones with breathtaking realism and authenticity.
Internal Song recorder, Built-in Lesson Function
The CN24 digital piano features a three song recorder, allowing performances to be recorded to internal memory and
played back at the touch of a button.
In addition, the convenient lesson feature allows aspiring pianists to learn the piano using a built-in collection of etudes
from Czerny and Burgmüller, or songs from the popular Alfred course books. The left and right hand parts for each piece
can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows more dicult passages to be perfected.

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Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
denotes that care should be taken.
The example instructs the user to take care not to allow ngers to be trapped.
denotes a prohibited operation.
The example instructs that disassembly of the product is prohibited.
denotes an operation that should be carried out.
The example instructs the user to remove the power cord plug from the AC outlet.
Examples of Picture Symbols
Read all the instructions before using the product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lighting ash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that may
be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the leterature
accompanying the product.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or
serious injury if the product is handled incorrectly.
This product shall be near the AC outlet and the power cord plug in a position so that it can readily be
disconnected in an emergency because electricity is always charging while the plug is in the AC outlet
even in a power switch o condition.
This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one blade wider
than the other). This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
Failure to do so may cause re in case of
lightning.
Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in re.
The product is not completely disconnected from the
power supply even when the power switch is turned
o. If the product will not be used for a long time,
unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
When disconnecting the AC power cord's
plug, always hold the plug
and pull it to remove it.
Pulling the AC power cord itself may damage
the cord, causing a re, electric shock or
short-circuit.
When using the headphones, do not
listen for long periods of
time at high volume levels.
Doing so may result in hearing problems.
The chair must be used properly (it must be
used only when playing the product).
Do not play with it or stand on it.
Only one person is allowed to sit on it.
Do not sit on it when opening the lid.
Re-tighten the bolts occasionally.
Doing so may cause the chair to fall over or your
ngers to be trapped, resulting in injury.
Do not insert or disconnect the power
cord plug with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shock.
The product should be connected to
an AC outlet of the specied voltage.
If you are going to use an AC power cord,
make sure that its has the correct plug shape
and conforms to the specied power voltage.
Failure to do so may result in re.
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Doing so may cause the product to fall over,
resulting in injury.
Do not lean against the keyboard.
Entry of water, needles or hair pins may result
in breakdown or short-circuit.
The product shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. No objects lled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the product.
Take care not to allow any foreign
matter to enter the product.
WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following.
Do not disassemble, repair or modify
the product. Doing so may result in product breakdown, electric
shock or short-circuit.