Suzuki ST-7 User manual

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ST-7
SPINET DIGITAL PIANO
Designer Series
SUZUKI PIANOS
OWNER’S MANUAL
SUZUKI

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WELCOME!
We would like to express our appreciation and congratulate you for purchasing this Suzuki digital piano. This
pianohasbeendesignedtoprovideyouwithyears of musicalenjoyment. Stateof the artelectronicsarecombined
withan elegant cabinet thatwill add beauty and sophisticationto any home environment. ListedBelow are just a
fewof the features thatyour new piano isequipped with:
•graded hammer action pianofor an authentic acousticpiano feel
•128 instrument sounds stereosampled for ultra authenticacoustic realism
•64note polyphony - whichensuresacousticpiano performance
•adynamic 6 speaker concert hallsounddeliverysystem with EQ controls
•100professional quality orchestrated rhythmaccompanimentswithvariations
•built-in play along songsfor learning and enjoyment
• easy 5 track music recorder for writing songs or to record your lesson progress
• karaoke display and video output to external TV for musical enjoyment for the entire family
•FloppyDiskDrivetosavePerformancesorLessonsplusplaythousandsofMIDIsongs!!
•complete MIDI controls allowsforcomputer hook up andenables you to updateyourpianos
features so that it never becomes obsolete
• USB interface for plug ‘n play computer connections
You will find many more features and functions listed within this owners manual. In order to fully appreciate all
the impressive features of this digital piano, please take a few minutes to read the following pages of instruction.
We will cover general precautions, assembly, the function of each control button, and warranty information.
Thankyou and congratulations again,forchoosing this Digital Pianofromthe Suzuki Corporation’s piano
productline of portable pianos, homedigital pianos, home composer ensemblepianos, elegant digital grand
ensembles,and the acoustic uprightand grand piano line.
SUZUKI

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:TO REDUCETHE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAININGTO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated or “dangerous voltage”within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
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
operation and maintenance or servicing instructions.
1. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
2. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a noncommercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
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PRODUCT SAFETY MARKINGS: Suzuki electronic products may have either labels similar to the graphics
shown below facsimiles of these graphic on the inclosure. Please observe all cautions indicated on this page
and the safety section.

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This Suzuki digital piano will supply you with years of musical enjoyment if you follow the simple rules listed
below.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
When using electrical products, basic safety
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
SAFETY
Power Source - The product should always be
connected to a power supply of the type
described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the product.
Periods of Nonuse - The power-supply cord of
the product should be unplugged from the
outlet when left unused for a long period of
time.
Disposal Notice
This piano should offer a lifetime of musical
enjoyment , however should it become
damaged beyond repair, please observe all
local, state, and federal regulations that relate
to the disposal of product that contain lead,
batteries, plastics, etc.
SERVICE AND MODIFICATION
This product should be serviced by qualified
service personnel when,
the power supply cord or the plug has been
damaged,
liquid has been spattered into the unit or it has
been exposed to rain,
the instrument does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance, or
the instrument has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
Do not attempt to open the piano or make any
change in the circuits or parts of the unit.
CAUTION
Always follow the basic precautions listed
below:
To avoid the possibility of physical damage
to the instrument or other property,
precautions include, but are not limited
to, the following:
When removing the electric plug from the
instrument or an outlet, always hold
the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by
the cord can damage it.
Do not put burning items, such as candles,
on the unit.A burning item may fall over and
cause a fire.
If the power cord or plug becomes frayed or
damaged, or if there is a sudden loss of
sound during use of the instrument, or if any
unusualsmells or smoke should appear,
immediatelyturn off the powerswitch,
disconnect the electric plug from the outlet
andhave the instrument inspected by
Suzukiservicepersonal.
POWER
Turn the power switch off when the instru-
ment is not in use.
To avoid damage to the instrument and
other devices to which it is connected, turn
thepowerswitches of all relateddevicesoff
priortoconnection or disconnection ofMIDI
cables.
Turn the power off if the main cable is
damagedor the instrumentis spattered with
liquid.
Do not switch the unit on and off in quick
succession, this places an undue load on
theelectronic components.
Unplug the AC power cord during an
electrical storm.
Avoid plugging the AC power cord into the
same AC outlet as appliances with high
power consumption, such as electric
heatersor refrigerators.
Do not defeat the purpose of the polarized
orgrounding-typeplug.Apolarizedplug has
two blades with one wider than the other.A
groundingtypeplug has two bladesand
thirdgroundingprong. The wide blade or
thirdprong are foryoursafety.Iftheprovided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electricianforreplacement of the obsolete
outlet.
CONNECTION
Before connecting the instrument to other
electroniccomponents,turn off the power
forallcomponents. Before turning the
power on or off for all components, set all
volume levels to minimum.Also, be sure to
set the volumes of all components at their
minimumlevelsand gradually raise the
volumecontrolswhile playing the instru-
ment to set the desired listening level.
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HANDLINGCAUTION
• Take care that the key cover does not pinch
yourfingers, and do notinsert a fingerorhand
in any gaps on the key cover or instrument.
•Neverinsertordrop paper,metallic,or other
objects into the gaps on the key cover, panel
orkeyboard. If this happens, turnoff the power
immediatelyandunplugthe power cord from
theAC outlet.Thenhavethe instrument
inspectedbyqualified Suzuki service person-
nel.
• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on
the instrument, since this might discolor the
panelorkeyboard.
• Bumping the surface of the instrument with
metal, porcelain, or other hard objects can
cause the finish to crack or peel. Use caution.
• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy
objects on the instrument, and do not use
excessive force on the buttons, switches or
connectors.
• Do not operate the instrument for a long period
oftimeat a high or uncomfortablevolume
level,since this can causepermanenthearing
loss. If you experience any hearing loss or
ringing in the ears, consult a physician.
HANDLINGAND TRANSPORT
Never apply excessive force to the controls,
connectors or other parts of the instrument.
Always unplug cables by gripping the plug
firmly, not by pulling on the cable.
Disconnect all cables before moving the
instrument.
Physical shocks caused by dropping,
bumping,or placing heavy objectsonthe
instrument can result in scratches and/or
moreseriousdamage.
Carefully check the amplifier volume control
before starting to play. Excessive volume can
causepermanenthearingloss.
LOCATION
Do not expose the instrument to the following condi-
tions to avoid deformation, discoloration, or more
serious damage:
•direct sunlight (near a window),
•high temperatures (near a heat source, outside, or
near a window),
•excessive humidity,
•excessive dust, or
•strong vibration.
Leave enough space around the piano for it to be
properly ventilated.
This instrument contains digital circuitry and may
cause interference if placed too close to radio or
television receivers. If interference occurs, move the
instrument further away from the affected equipment.
Avoid placing vinyl objects on top of the instrument,
vinyl can stick to and discolor the surface.
USING THE BENCH
Do not place the bench in an unstable position where
it might accidentally fall over.
Do not play carelessly with, or stand on the bench.
Using it as a tool or stepladder might result in acci-
dent or injury.
If the bench screws become loose due to extensive
long-term use, please tighten them as needed.
CLEANING
Clean the cabinet and panel with a soft nonabrasive
dry cloth. This cloth should be for High Gloss
Lacquer Finish Furniture. A polish specifically for High
Gloss Lacquer Finish Furniture may be used on the
cabinet. Do not use paint thinner or petrochemical
based polishes.
To maintain the luster of the keys and buttons wipe
with a clean, slightly damp cloth, and then polish with
a soft dry cloth.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 8
CONNECTORPANEL ............................................... 14
VideoOutput........................................................... 14
Phone 1 / Phone 2 .................................................. 14
Line In & Out........................................................... 14
MIDIJacks.............................................................. 14
USB........................................................................ 14
MicrophoneInput .................................................... 14
PANELCONTROLS................................................... 15
DiskDrive ............................................................... 25
PEDALS .................................................................... 26
DISPLAY SCREEN .................................................... 27
DEMONSTRATIONSONGS ...................................... 28
PIANOVOICES ......................................................... 29
Assigninga Mode ................................................... 29
Voice Selection....................................................... 30
Sound ChannelVolume Controls........................ 30
Quick Select........................................................... 31
RHYTHMSECTION ................................................... 34
Rhythm Style Select ............................................... 34
Quick Select........................................................... 34
Startingand StoppingtheRhythm Style .................. 37
Fill-In....................................................................... 37
Ending .................................................................... 37
Fade ....................................................................... 38
AdjustingtheTempo ............................................... 38
AUTO ACCOMP. (AUTO BASE CHORD) ................... 39
OneFinger.............................................................. 40
Fingered.................................................................. 41
Piano ...................................................................... 42
ManualBassChord ................................................ 42
SelectingChordType .............................................. 43
Startingand StoppingtheAuto Accomp. ................. 44
Fill-In....................................................................... 45
Ending .................................................................... 45
Fade ....................................................................... 45
SETUP....................................................................... 46
Performance
Velocity ............................................................ 47
Split Point......................................................... 47
Transpose ........................................................ 48
ScreenHold ..................................................... 48
Tune ................................................................. 49
FixedLevel ....................................................... 49
FadeTime ........................................................ 50
OctaveShift...................................................... 50
SETUP(Continued)
Harmony ................................................................. 51
KeyMode
ManualBass .................................................... 52
LowerHold ....................................................... 52
Sustain ................................................................... 53
Reverb .................................................................... 54
Effects .................................................................... 55
Chord(AutoAccompanimentFingering) .................. 56
PedalMenu ............................................................ 57
Percussion (DrumKit Assign) ................................. 58
Metronome.............................................................. 59
REGISTRATION MEMORY ........................................ 60
RECORD .................................................................... 61
Recording ............................................................... 63
Playback ................................................................ 64
Mark ....................................................................... 65
SONG ........................................................................ 66
Song Select ............................................................ 66
UsingtheLessonFeature ....................................... 67
DISK ........................................................................ 69
LoadSong .............................................................. 70
SaveSong .............................................................. 71
Play Disk ................................................................ 72
Utility
Format.............................................................. 74
Copy ................................................................ 74
Delete............................................................... 75
Rename............................................................ 75
PLAYINGAND SINGING KARAOKE ......................... 76
MIDI & VIDEO OUTPUT .......................................... 77
MIDI ........................................................................ 78
MIDIIMPLEMENTATION CHART .............................. 80
VOICE LIST............................................................... 81
STYLE LIST .............................................................. 82
DRUM KIT LIST 1 ..................................................... 83
DRUM KIT LIST 2 ..................................................... 84
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 85
QUESTIONS/ PROBLEMS ....................................... 86
WARRANTY ............................................................... 88

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ASSEMBLY
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ASSEMBLE OR MOVE YOUR PIANO
BEFORE READING THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION OR PROBLEMS,
DO NOT CALL OR RETURN PRODUCT TO THE STORE
Visit www.suzukipianos.com/st-7
OR CALL THIS TOLL FREE HELP LINE
1-800-854-1594
PLEASE DO NOT PUSH OR ROLL YOUR PIANO!
LIFT THE PIANO AND CARRY IT TO YOUR DESIRED LOCATION.

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ASSEMBLY
B. Lift the packing box up and off the piano.
Tools needed:
•FlatHead Screw Driver
•Scissors or Sharp Knife
C1. With the packing box off, you will see the wrapped piano.
Additional boxes located under the keyboard contain the bench, music
rack and accessories.
C2. Remove the packaging so that the piano can be lifted off the
pallet.
1. UNPACKING YOUR NEW PIANO (BOX, PALLET)
A1. Cutand remove the shippingbands around the palletand box.
Do not cut into the box.
A2. The packing box is attached to the pallet with fasteners. Slide a
flathead screw driver betweenthe box andpallet. Gently separate the
boxfrom the pallet byremovingthe fasteners.
IMPORTANT!
Thefastenersmust be removed to avoidscratchingthepiano when the
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ASSEMBLY
D. Use two people to help unpack this piano as necessary.
IMPORTANT!
Nails may protrude from the packing materials. Be careful not to
scratch the piano.
E1. Remove the keyboard support away from the piano.
E2. Remove the boxes under the keyboard and set aside.
IMPORTANT!
Again, be careful not to scratch the piano with protruding nails.
1. UNPACKING YOUR NEW PIANO (BOX, PALLET) continued
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2. PACKING MATERIAL AND PLACEMENT
A. Remove the protective packing materials from the piano.
IMPORTANT!
Use only your hands to remove the protective materials. Sharp tools
may damage the piano.
B1. The piano is positioned into recessed areas fastened to the pallet.
These keep the piano from moving during shipping.
B2. Using two people, lift the piano UP from the pallet and place it on
the ground. There are built-in hand holds located in the back of the
piano.
IMPORTANT!
The two front legs are delicate. Be careful not to bump or kick them
when moving the piano.
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A. Locate the long thin box containing the music rack. Open and
unpack the music rack. Brass hardware located in the bottom corners
will attach the music rack to the hardware on the piano.
3. INSTALLING THE MUSIC RACK
B. Loosen the music rack bolts on the piano, counterclockwise.
Leave one partially screwed in and the other one far enough out to
place the music rack into position.
C. Place the hardware bolt that is partially screwed in into the music
rack hole. Align the hole on the other end of the music rack to the
remaining bolt on the piano.
Screw the bolts into the music rack.
BRASS HARDWARE
Questions?
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ASSEMBLY
A. Lift and carry your new piano to its final position in your home.
4. POSITIONING YOUR NEW PIANO
Questions?
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Or call 1-800-854-1594
B. Locate the small box containing the accessories and open it. Find
the power cord and plug it into the power cord receptacle located on
the back left side of the piano. Install the other end into an appropriate
wall socket.
IMPORTANT!
DO NOT ROLL THE PIANO. The two front legs have decorative wheels.
They are not designed for moving the piano.

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CONNECTOR PANEL
1. VIDEO OUTPUT - This jack will send the NTSC video signal of the
Karaoke Lyrics to your TV. It is located to the left of the Connector
Panel. Please use the included cord or similar RCA type cord to plug
the ST-7 video output jack to the similar styleVideo Input Jack on your
TV.
2. PHONE 1 / PHONE 2 -You can play in total silence, without disturbing
others in the room, by plugging a set of headphones into one of the
appropriatesockets. When headphones are pluggedintoeither of these
jacks the main speaker system is turned off. Two sets of headphones
may be used simultaneously.
3. LINE IN - These stereo audio input jacks will amplify the supplied signal
through the internal sound delivery system. They can be used to hook
up items such as CD players, MP3 player or Cassette player.
LINE OUT - These stereo audio output jacks supplies the piano’s output
signal to external amplification, such as home stereo, PA system or
otherstandaloneamplifiers.
4. MIDI IN / MIDI OUT - This piano contains MIDI in and MIDI output ports.
MIDIjacksallow communication with otherproductsequipped with MIDI
interfaces. Please see the MIDI section of this manual for further details.
5. USB - The USB connector allows you to connect the piano directly to
your computer’s USB port. This allows you to update your piano’s
software if necessary. Do not turn on the piano with the USB cable
connectedto the computer toavoidhaving to restart your computer.
Forfurther information please see theincluded accessory package or
visitsuzukipianos.com/st-7.
6. MICROPHONE INPUT - The Microphone Inputisfor use of themicro-
phone.
TheVolume Knob controls the MicrophoneVolume.
TheEcho Knob controls theamount of Microphone outputecho.
This connector panel, with its various jacks, is located on the bottom left of the piano, under the keybed.
VIDEO USB
123 4 5 6
PHONES
2 1
LINE
IN OUT
PHONES
2 1
LINE
IN OUT IN OUT
MIDI
MICROPHONE
ECHO INVOL
IN OUT
MIDI
MICROPHONE
ECHO IN
VOL
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PANEL CONTROLS
This Suzuki piano’s control panel is designed for ease of use and intuitive playing. The following is a brief
descriptionof the features andfunctions located on thecontrol panel.
1. POWER SWITCH - The power switch is located to the left of the control
panel. Press the button to turn the power on and off. There is an
indicatorlight on theFloppy Disk Drivelocated on right front portion of
the piano. This light will be lit when power is on.
Note, when you turn the power off, do not turn it back on immediately.
Wait at least five seconds to turn the power back on so that the
electronic circuits can properly reset.
2. MASTER VOLUME - Turn this knobto the rightto increase the overall
volumeof the piano, andto the left todecrease the volume.
3. BASS - Slide this controller to adjust the bass level. The midpoint is
notched. At this midpoint all EQ controls are“flat.”
You may want to adjust this control to sound sculpt your personal sound
preferences
4. TREBLE - Slide this controller to adjust the treble level. The midpoint is
notched. At this midpoint all EQ controls are“flat.”
You may want to adjust this control to sound sculpt your personal sound
preferences.
5. ACCOMPANIMENTVOLUME CONTROL - Slide this knob to adjust the
volume of the Accompaniment Orchestration. It may also function in
Recording, Memory Card/Disk playback or the Song sections of the
piano.
Note: It is recommended that you keep this control to the maximum
positionduring normal use ofthepiano.
6. METRONOME - The METRONOME button toggles the metronome
featureon and off andaccesses the Metronomemenu. The tempo can
be increased or decreased using the TEMPO + and - buttons.
Please see the Setup section of this manual for more information.
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5
6
4
4
3
2
POWER MASTER VOLUME
MIN MAX
VOLUME
MIN
BASS TREBLE
ACCOMP
MAX
METRONOME DEMO
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7. DEMO (DEMONSTRATION SONGS) -Pressthe DEMO button.
The first demo song will begin to play instantly.
Thispianohas thirteen different demonstration songs designedto
showcase the instrument’s capabilities.
Pleasesee the “Demo” sectionof this manual formore information.
Note: There are also over 50 songs built into this piano to be used as
reference for the Lesson exercises that can also be enjoyed.
Please see the Song section of this manual for more information.
8. MIDI - MIDI is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface. The
MIDIfeaturesin this piano arecapableof communicating with and/or
controllingother MIDI Musical Instruments orMIDI devices such as
computers etc... Please see the MIDI section of this manual for more
information.
9. SET UP - The SET UP button is used to activate the set up menu
screen.
The majority of this pianos features and functions can be accessed and
adjusted from the Set Up screen menu selections.
Pleasesee the “Setup”section of thismanual for moreinformation.
10. TEMPO - Press one of the TEMPO buttons, the current tempo value will
appear on the display.
You can use the TEMPO +, TEMPO – buttons, or the +/– VALUE
buttonsto increase or decreasethe tempo ofOrchestrated
AccompanimentPatternsandotherRecorded features.
TheTempo valuerangeis from 40 to250bpm (beats per minute).
Note: Press the – TEMPO or + TEMPO buttons or the +/–VALUE
buttons simultaneously to recall the default tempo setting for the se-
lected rhythm style.
Also Note: LED Rhythm light bar display - There is a four-dot beat
indicator to the left of the tempo buttons. It indicates theTempo and
beat for the accompaniment that is playing. The lights flash simulta-
neously on the first beat of each measure, then the indicators flash
individuallyinsequence on the remaining beats.
METRONOME DEMO
MIDI SETUP
RHYTHM CONTROL
FADEFILL TO VARFILL-INSTART/STOPINTRO/ENDING
– TEMPO +
SYNC
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11. ONE TOUCH -Thisbutton works in associationwith your selected
Rhythm Style.The ONETOUCH button will automatically select the
predeterminedoptimuminstrument voice settings for theselected
rhythm style.
Note: Thevoice,voicevolume,fingered accompaniment chord, mode,
harmonyandeffects will automatically beengagedor altered when the
OneTouchbuttonis engaged.
12. ACCOMP (AUTOMATIC ACCOMPANIMENT) - Eachofthe100 rhythm
styles have an auto accompaniment pattern, often called the auto bass
chord.
These accompaniments are dedicated to the selected rhythm style, and
will create fully orchestrated rhythm, bass and chord accompaniments,
based on the chord that you play with your left hand.
Note:The ACCOMP button activates the chord select screen.
With the accompaniment function engaged, the keys to the left side of
the split point act as the auto accompaniment piano keys, while the
keysto the right areavailable for normal playing.
Theautoaccompanimentfingeringmodesaresingle, fingered and piano.
Please see the Auto Accompaniment section of this manual for more
information.
13. SYNC(SYNCHRONIZEDSTART)-SynchronizedStartmodeengages
the auto accompaniment standby mode. This means that your selected
Auto Accompaniment pattern willbegin when you press the piano keys
to the left of the split point.
Note: Press the SYNC button and the indicator lights beside the tempo
buttons will flash to the beat of the selected rhythm style.
The rhythm style will start as soon as you play in the auto
accompanimentsection of the piano.
Theauto accompaniment willstart with thefirst recognized chordplayed
in the auto accompaniment section of the piano.
RHYTHM STYLES
OLDIESPOP
SWING
ACOUSTIC
BIG BAND BOSSANOVA
RHYTHM CONTROL
FADEFILL TO VARFILL-INSTART/STOPINTRO/ENDING
– TEMPO +
SYNC
ONE TOUCH ACCOMP
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14. INTRO/END (INTRODUCTION/ENDING PATTERN) - Allofthe100
rhythm styles can be started with their own introduction.
Function: Whenthe Intro Button isengaged,the Introduction pattern for
the selected rhythm Style will start.
This is followed by the main pattern.
Each style also has an ending pattern that can be accessed by pressing
thisbutton while the rhythm/accompanimentpattern is engaged.
Note:You can insert a fill-in during the ending pattern to stop the ending
andreturn to the mainaccompaniment pattern.
15. START/STOP-This button starts and stops the selected rhythm style,
therecording in the musicrecorder, Demonstration Song, Songon
FloppyDisk or other prerecordeditems.
Press the Start / Stop Button to engage or terminate your selected
function.
16. FILL IN -Thisfunction providesthe OrchestratedRhythmAccompani-
ment with a short rhythm pattern of one or two measures for each style.
Function: Press the FILL IN button at any time while the Accompani-
ment is playing.
Note: Ifyou hold down theFILL IN button, thefill-in pattern willrepeat
until the button is released, then the main pattern will play from the
beginningof its next measure.
17. FILLTOVAR (VARIATION) - All of the 100 rhythm styles include a
variation of that style that can be accessed simply by engaging the FILL
TOVAR (FillToVariation of Engaged Rhythm Style) button.
Note: If the variation button is selected the engaged rhythm style will
proceedto the variation ofthatrhythm pattern.
18. FADE -TheFADE buttonallows the engagedrhythm style/accompani-
ment pattern to fade from its full volume to its conclusion.
Whenthefade out has finishedtheLED will flash whilethepreviously set
volumelevelsare being restored.
Note:PressingtheFADE buttonafter it has already beenengagedwill
switch the fade feature off.
Thefade in and fadeout time is assignablein the SetupButton menu
screen under the “performance” title.
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RHYTHM STYLES
OLDIESPOP
SWING
ACOUSTIC
BIG BAND BOSSANOVA
RHYTHM CONTROL
FADEFILL TO VARFILL-INSTART/STOPINTRO/ENDING
– TEMPO +
SYNC
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19. QUICK SELECT RHYTHM STYLE BUTTONS-Thereatotalof100
Rhythm Style Accompaniments in the ST-7 Piano.
TherearetenRhythm Styles that can be selected quicklybypressingone
ofthetenquickselectRHYTHMSTYLEbuttons.
TheRhythmStyleGroupNameisprintedabove the style select button.
Thestylename and its number willbeshownon the Display LCD when
selected.
Note: Pressing the same RHYTHM STYLE button a Second time will
engagea rhythm style menu screenfrom which you can pick from the
entirelist of 70 RhythmStyles.
EachQuick Select Rhythm button can access up to eight related styles.
AtleastfourRhythmStyleswill be displayed on the LCD Screen.
If there are more than four styles available from the Rhythm Style Button
thatyouselected, then the Screen RightLEDindicatorwill light up.
PressthelitScreen Right Button to view allavailableStyles.
UsetheCursorandtheEnter Button to select your desired Rhythm Style.
Please see the Rhythm Section of this manual for more information.
20. UPPER -This is the Main 88 note InstrumentVoice Selection Button.
Thisbutton is used to select the voice forthe “Upper Mode” and engages
the selected voice for all 88 piano keys. When the Lower Button is
engaged the InstrumentVoice Selected for the Upper Mode will play on
the piano keys to the right of the piano key“Split Point”.
Please see the Piano InstrumentVoices section of this manual for a
listingof the instrument voicesavailable on this piano.
21. LAYER - Engaging the LAYER button will put the piano in the layer, or
dual mode. Layer refers to an additional InstrumentVoice that is “tone
mixed”or “Layered”with the selected Upper InstrumentVoice.
Please see the“PianoVoices”section of this manual for more
information.
22. LOWER -When the LOWER featureis engaged the pianooperates in
the “Split Mode.” In the split mode the Piano’s 88 Piano Keys are
divided into two sections. In the right hand section the “Upper” and (if
engaged) the“Layered”Voice is heard. In the left hand section of the 88
Piano Keys the“Lower”function InstrumentVoice can be selected to
soundwhen the Lower PianoKeys are played.
Please see the PianoVoices section for more information.
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RHYTHM STYLES
LATINROCKOLDIESPOP
SWING
ACOUSTIC
S.BALLAD R&BBIG BAND BOSSANOVA
UPPER GRAND PIANO
LAYER REVERB
LOWER EFFECTS
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PANEL CONTROLS
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UPPER GRAND PIANO
LAYER REVERB
LOWER EFFECTS
CURSER
ESCAPE LEFT RIGHT
SCREEN VALUE
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ENTER
CONTRAST
DATA WHEEL
23. GRAND PIANO -This button willreset the pianoto its default(power up)
settingswhile engaging theGrand Piano voicefor all 88piano keys.
Note: The Grand Piano Button is very useful to quickly escape from any
featureand/orfunctionsmodes that are currently engaged.
Use this button when you want to leave a current setting or to restart a
featureor function that didn’tseem to engage properly.
24. REVERB - Thereverbeffectisengagedautomaticallywhenthe power is
turned on. Reverb simulates the effect of playing in a big room or hall
wherethesoundreverberatesoff the walls and ceiling.
Function: Press the REVERB button once to select or deselect the
function. Whenthe Reverbfeatureisengaged the ReverbType& depth
(amountofReverb) is displayed on theLCDScreen.
25. EFFECTS -The EFFECTS button will addchorus,flangeror delay effects
to the selected InstrumentVoice.
ThereareeightDSP (Digital Signal Processing) effects available.
Function: Press the Effect button once to select or deselect the function.
When the Effect feature is engaged the EffectType & depth (amount of
Effect) is displayed on the LCD Screen.
26. CURSOR - The CURSOR button groupallows you to accessand
highlightdifferentareas within the LCD Displayscreen.
Please note - After your selection has been highlighted Press the Enter
button to engage your selected item.
27. ESCAPE -TheESCAPE button is locatedbelow the Cursor Button
Group. When this button is pressed it will return the current LCD
Displayscreen to the previousLCD Display screen.
Continuepressingthis button to returntothe original default performance
LCDDisplayscreen.
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