Kirstein Steinmayer DP 321 User manual

DP 321
Owner’s Manual
Version: 11/2019

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Contents
Zusammenbau ....................................................................................................... 1
Assembly of the pedal bar and side panels.......................................................... 2
Attach the Back.................................................................................................... 2
Fitting the piano console ...................................................................................... 3
Connect the pedal cable and power cord ............................................................. 3
Basic operation...................................................................................................... 4
Power switch........................................................................................................ 4
Auto Power Off (APO).......................................................................................... 4
Headphone jacks................................................................................................... 4
Connections........................................................................................................... 5
Pedals..................................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the pedal cable.................................................................................. 6
How to operate the pedals ................................................................................... 6
Operating unit........................................................................................................ 7
Bedienung Operation ............................................................................................ 8
Adjusting the volume............................................................................................ 8
Choosing a Tone (Voice)...................................................................................... 8
Voice-List............................................................................................................. 8
Piano Mode.......................................................................................................... 9
Dual ..................................................................................................................... 9
Layer.................................................................................................................... 9
Split...................................................................................................................... 9
Move the split point.............................................................................................10

Twin Piano..........................................................................................................10
Metronome........................................................................................................... 10
Start / Stop..........................................................................................................10
Metronome Tempo..............................................................................................11
Further Metronome Parameters..........................................................................11
“Piano Assist” Function...................................................................................... 11
To start Piano Assist ...........................................................................................11
Selection of the accompaniment rhythm..............................................................11
List of available drum rhythms.............................................................................12
Piano Assist Tempo............................................................................................12
Piano Player........................................................................................................12
Select Accompanying Pattern .............................................................................12
To start the Piano Player Playing Help................................................................13
Chord specification for the Piano Player..............................................................13
Select the Method...............................................................................................14
To Move the Split Point for the Chord Input.........................................................15
“Record” Function............................................................................................... 15
Recording............................................................................................................15
Playback .............................................................................................................16
To Delete Recordings..........................................................................................16
Selection of a Memory Bank................................................................................17
Music Database.................................................................................................... 17
Selection of a Music Folder.................................................................................17
To Select the Track for Playback.........................................................................17
Adjusting the Tempo...........................................................................................18
Further settings...................................................................................................18
Bluetooth.............................................................................................................. 18
Bluetooth Audio...................................................................................................18
Bluetooth-MIDI....................................................................................................19

BrainCare ............................................................................................................. 19
BrainCare Liste ...................................................................................................21
Function-menu..................................................................................................... 21
F01 Tune.............................................................................................................22
F02 Transpose....................................................................................................22
F03 Touch...........................................................................................................22
F04 Touch fixed Volume .....................................................................................23
F05 Metronome Time-Signature..........................................................................23
F06 Metronome Volume......................................................................................23
F07 Main Voice Volume......................................................................................23
F08 Layer Voice Volume.....................................................................................23
F09 Split Voice Volume.......................................................................................23
F10 Split point.....................................................................................................23
F11 Reverb Type ................................................................................................24
F12 Reverb Volume............................................................................................24
F13 Effect Type...................................................................................................24
F14 Effect Volume...............................................................................................24
F15 String Resonance.........................................................................................24
F16 Damper Resonance.....................................................................................24
F17 Corpus Resonance ......................................................................................25
F18 Half-pedal.....................................................................................................25
F19 Piano Assist Mode .......................................................................................25
F20 Piano Assist Multi-finger...............................................................................25
F21 Piano Assist Volume....................................................................................25
F22 Music Playback Mode ..................................................................................25
F23 Music Playback............................................................................................26
F24 Transpose Music Playback ..........................................................................26
F25 Bluetooth......................................................................................................26
F26 Bluetooth Volume.........................................................................................26

F27 AUX-In Volume............................................................................................26
F28 MIDI Local....................................................................................................26
F29 Auto Power Off.............................................................................................26
rSt Reset.............................................................................................................26
MIDI Chart............................................................................................................. 27
GM-Voice.............................................................................................................. 28
Percussion........................................................................................................... 29
Trouble Shooting................................................................................................. 30
Product Specifications........................................................................................ 31
WEEE Declaration................................................................................................ 32

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Caution
Please observe the following basic information in order not to endanger yourself or
others and to avoid damage to external devices.
Warning
Do not disassemble the instrument and do not modify it. This could result in electric
shock. Entrust a specialist workshop with any necessary service and maintenance
or contact your dealer.
If you notice that the power cord is showing signs of wear, the unit shows
malfunctions, burns, smells or smokes, unplug the power cord immediately and
have a technician repair it.
Before you clean the instrument, you should disconnect it from the mains power.
Always place the instrument on a level, stable surface to ensure a secure footing.
Do not use the instrument in a damp or wet environment.
Do not place vessels that are filled with liquids on the instrument, such as vases,
glasses or bottles.
Do not place small objects on it that could slip in, such as Hairpins, sewing needles
or coins.
Do not place burning candles on the instrument.
Precautions
To avoid damage to the instrument, do not place it in places with high temperatures
or dust, do not place it next to an air conditioner and avoid direct sunlight.
Do not place the instrument near other electrical equipment to avoid interference.
Do not use force when handling the instrument or place heavy objects on it.
Disconnect the instrument from the power if you are not going to use it for a long
time. To disconnect the device from the mains, pull the plug, not the cable. Please
handle the power cable with care. It should not be near radiators, you should not
place heavy objects on it and move it so that people can not step on it or fall over it.
Please note that continuous high volume can permanently damage your hearing.
Adjust the volume carefully.
Power adapter
Please connect the supplied power adapter to a power outlet with the correct
voltage. Do not connect it to mains voltages other than those for which the
instrument is intended. Unplug the power cord if you are not going to use the
product for a long time or if there is upcoming a thunderstorm.

1
Zusammenbau
Please unpack the instrument carefully and make sure all components listed below
are in perfect condition.
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact the manufacturer.
Piano console
Operating manual (possibly as download)
Left / Right foot (a, b)
Pedal unit (c)
Back (d)
Screws pedal box
Screws for the Back
Screws for the
console
Power adapter
(e) 4 pieces M6 x 25
(f) 4 pieces M3,5 x 25
(g) pieces M4 x 13
(h) 4 pieces M6 x 15
►It may be useful to keep the packaging materials in case the instrument needs to be transported to a
faraway place.

2
Assembly of the pedal bar and side panels
Attach the pedal bar (c) between the two
side panels (a, b) using the screws (e)
Unscrew the spacer screw under the pedal unit until it makes contact with the
ground and the pedal unit can be supported against the pedal pressure towards the
ground.
Attach the Back
Attach the Back to the base from the rear and attach it to the side panels using the
screws (g).
Make sure the base is properly aligned and secure the Back to the pedal bar using
the screws (f).

3
Fitting the piano console
Carefully place the piano console on the base.
Pay attention to your fingers. Connect the two
components using the screws (h)
Set up the music stand and hold it
at the desired angle with the metal
base
Connect the pedal cable and power cord
Connect the pedal cable (this is already placed on the underside of the pedal bar)
with the matching connection on the underside of the piano console.

4
Basic operation
Power switch
Insert the jack plug of the power supply
unit into the socket at the bottom of the
console and then plug the power plug
into the socket.
Now press the power button to turn on
the instrument.
►When switching on for the first time,
"German G.Piano” is selected as
“Voice".
►Adjust the desired volume with the
MASTER VOLUME control.
To turn off the instrument, press and hold the power button. All settings made will be
reset to the default value when restarting. Recordings are saved in the memory.
Auto Power Off (APO)
This instrument automatically shuts off, if it is not used for 30 minutes. This setting
can be changed via function-menu.
Headphone jacks
There are two headphone jacks in the
connection panel at the bottom left of
the piano console
►The loudspeakers of the instrument
are automatically deactivated when a
headphone is connected
►To allow the connection of both
commercially available headphone plug,
the instrument has a 6.35 mm and a 3.5
mm headphone jack.
►Both headset connections can be used simultaneously. Thus, two players can
practice together through headphones.

5
Connections
Connection panel at the bottom of the piano console
USB to HOST - (USB –B)
The USB-to-HOST jack connects to the computer to transmit MIDI or audio data.
The connection is made via a USB A to B cable (not included).
To use the piano as a MIDI input device, start MIDI-capable software (not included)
on your computer and select the piano as a MIDI device within the application.
To use the piano as an audio source, select the instrument in the audio settings of
the computer as the audio device.
: The instrument uses USB 2.0. It is recommended not to exceed a
cable length of 1.2m. The instrument supports Windows XP or higher, Mac OS X
and iOS 4.0 and higher. Compatibility with Android Devices may be limited
depending on the manufacturer and version. No further drivers are needed. After
connecting, to avoid malfunction, wait a few seconds before using the instrument.
Aux Out –Stereo 3.5mm
The Aux-Out jack can be used to connect external amplifiers or recorders. The
music signals sent out via this jack can be played back via an external amplifier or
recorded by a recording device. It is recommended to turn off both devices before
making a cable connection. Initially, to avoid damage, set the volume / sensitivity of
both devices to a low level.
Aux In –Stereo 3.5mm
The Aux-in jack can be used to connect external audio devices such as Mp3
players. The incoming music signals through this jack are played through the
loudspeakers of the piano. It is recommended to turn off both devices before making
a cable connection. Initially, to avoid damage, set the volume of both devices to a
low level.

6
Pedals
The instrument has three pedals. These simulate the pedals of a real concert piano.
Connecting the pedal cable
Disconnect the pedal cable which is fixed under the pedal box and connect it to the
corresponding socket on the underside of the piano console.
How to operate the pedals
Sustain Pedal (right pedal)
This pedal has the same function as the sustain pedal of an acoustic piano. Notes
played while the pedal is pressed continue to sound when the key on the keyboard
is released. This pedal also supports the half-pedal-function, which simulates the sound of
a piano string slightly touched by the damper while the pedal is lightly pressed.
Sostenuto Pedal (middle pedal)
This pedal has the same function as the Sostenuto-Pedal of a concert piano.
It behaves similar to the sustain pedal, but only the sounds are retained which are
triggered simultaneously with the pedal.
Soft Pedal (left pedal)
This pedal has the same function as the Soft Pedal of an acoustic piano. Pressing
this pedal softens and thins the sound a bit.

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Operating unit
a LCD screen
b DATA move down
c DATA move up
d PIANO
e DUAL
f REC / DEMO
g Play-Stop / ENTER
h TRACK 1
i TRACK 2
j SETUP
k PIANO / ASSIST
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Bedienung Operation
Adjusting the volume
To adjust the
overall volume,
use the volume
slider
Choosing a Tone (Voice)
Select the desired tone with the arrow keys DATA
Voice-List
LED
Voice
LED
Voice
LED
Voice
LED
Voice
G.P1
G,P2
G.P3
G.P4
Ht.P
E.P1
E.P2
HSC
Vbr
Grand Piano1
Grand Piano2
Grand Piano3
Grand Piano4
Honky Tonk
Electr. Piano1
Electr. Piano2
Harpsicord
Vibraphone
P.Or
E.O1
E.O2
Acd
St1
St2
St3
P.St
Chr
Pipe Organ
Electr Organ1
Electr Organ2
Accordion
Sym. Strings
Synth Strings
Slow Strings
Pizz Strings
Choir Aahs
vcL
vln
HAP
Gt1
Gt2
A.bS
E.bS
FLt
Obo
Vocal
Violin
Harp
Nylon Guitar
Drive Guitar
Acoustic Git
E-Bass
Flute
Oboe
CLA
br1
br2
S.br
A.SP
t.SP
Sqr
dru
S.EF
Clarinet
Brass Sect1
Brass Sect2
Synth Brass
Alto Sax
Tenor Sax
Square
Drum
Sound Effects

9
Piano Mode
Press the PIANO button to enter Piano mode.
The instrument changes to the tone Grand Piano1 (G.P1).
Press DATA again to exit this mode.
The dual function is not available in Piano mode.
Dual
Press the DUAL button to enter the Dual Mode. In this mode, you can combine
multiple timbres in different ways. Pressing the DUAL button repeatedly will enter
the different operating modes: Layer, Split and TwinPiano. To exit this function,
press the DUAL button again.
Layer
Here two tones per key are played simultaneously.
First select the desired main voice (Main Voice).
Now press the DUAL button. The display shows LAr. Now select the desired second
tone (Layer Voice) with the arrow keys DATA .
The volume levels of both voices can be adjusted individually. See function-menu.
Press the DUAL button three times to deactivate the mode.
Split
Here, the keyboard divides into two areas with different timbres. First, select the
desired main voice for the right keyboard half.
Now press the DUAL button two times. The display shows SPL. Now select the
desired second tone (Split-Voice) with the arrow keys DATA .
The volume levels of both voices can be adjusted individually. See function-menu.
Press the DUAL button two times to deactivate the mode.

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Move the split point
The split point defines the boundary between the left and right half of the keyboard.
The split point can be chosen individually. See function-menu. The default value for
the split point is F # 3 (the third Fis from the left).
Twin Piano
This function divides the keyboard into two equal parts. Now two players can play in
the same pitch at the same time.
The operation of the pedals is adapted to the split keyboard. The left pedal controls
the sustain effect of the left keyboard half and the right pedal controls the sustain
effect of the right keyboard half.
First, select the desired main voice for the right keyboard half. Now press the DUAL
button several times. The display shows tn. The keyboard is now shared at Eb4.
Press the DUAL button again to deactivate the TWIN Piano mode.
Metronome
Start / Stop
Press the PIANO ASSIST button to start the metronome.
Press the PIANO ASSIST button again to stop the metronome.

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Metronome Tempo
Use the DATA keys to change the metronome tempo. Hold the DATA
keys to quickly change the tempo. Press both DATA keys simultaneously to
get to the default value (120).
Further Metronome Parameters
The metronome volume and the tempo (3/4, 4/4, etc.) can be adjusted as further
parameters. See function-menu.
“Piano Assist” Function
In the Piano Assist function two different assistants can be selected. In Drum Player
mode, you can be accompanied by a drum rhythm. In Piano Player mode, the
instrument plays complicated left-hand chord patterns on its own, making it easier to
play challenging piano pieces.
To start Piano Assist
To start Piano Assist, press and hold the PIANO ASSIST button for about 2-3 seconds.
The display shows r01 and the piano is in the mode for the selection of the
accompaniment rhythm.
Selection of the accompaniment rhythm
Use the DATA keys to select the desired pattern of drum accompaniment.
By holding the DATA keys you can scroll faster in the selection list. Press
both DATA keys simultaneously to get to the standard rhythm (r01).
The sounds of the Piano Assist function cannot be recorded in the
recording function.

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List of available drum rhythms
Press the ENTER / button to start the drum accompaniment. Press the ENTER
/ button again to stop the drum accompaniment.
The volume of the Piano Assist can be adjusted in the function-menu.
Piano Assist Tempo
Use the DATA keys to change the metronome tempo. The metronome tempo
will change when the display has switched from the rhythm display back to the
tempo display (e.g., 120). By holding the DATA keys, the tempo value can be
changed quickly. Press both DATA keys simultaneously to get to the default
value of the respective rhythm.
Piano Player
In the Piano Player mode, you can choose between numerous accompanying
characters, which facilitate the play of the left hand.
The operation of the Piano Player mode is analogous to the drum player.
The piano player mode must be activated in the function-menu. See
function-menu.
To start Piano Assist, press and hold the PIANO ASSIST button for about 2-3
seconds.
The display shows p01 and the piano is in the selection mode for the Piano Player.
Select Accompanying Pattern
Use the DATA keys to select the desired pattern of the Piano Player playing
help.

13
To start the Piano Player Playing Help
The piano player starts as soon as you specify a chord in the left part of the
keyboard. The instrument now plays independently the associated chord break of
the selected accompanying figure. Press the ENTER / button to stop the Piano
Player. Press the PIANO ASSIST button to exit this mode.
Chord specification for the Piano Player
In Piano Player mode, it is necessary to specify the chord of the desired
accompaniment character.
For this purpose, two methods can be used with this instrument:
Single Finger method
With the Single Finger method, chords can be specified with 1-3 fingers. Here, the
root of a chord is enough to define a major triad. The keynote and the nearest left
black key lead to a minor triad. The root note and the nearest left white key give a
dominant seventh chord and the root note and the nearest left white and black keys
a minor seventh chord.