thomann DP-25 User manual

DP-25
digital piano
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
email: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
13.02.2012

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................ 4
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 5
3 Introduction.............................................................................................................................. 7
4 Operating panel and connections.................................................................................. 8
5 Setup and switch on............................................................................................................ 10
6 Connections............................................................................................................................ 11
7 Operating elements............................................................................................................ 12
8 Demo songs............................................................................................................................. 13
9 Voices ........................................................................................................................................ 16
10 Split mode................................................................................................................................ 17
11 Layer mode.............................................................................................................................. 19
12 Metronome.............................................................................................................................. 21
13 Transpose................................................................................................................................. 22
14 Octave shift ............................................................................................................................ 23
15 Song recording...................................................................................................................... 24
16 Edit functions......................................................................................................................... 28
17 MIDI functions........................................................................................................................ 30
18 Appendix.................................................................................................................................. 39
19 Technical specifications.................................................................................................... 49
20 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 50
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1 General notes
This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device.
Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future refer‐
ence. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the
device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore
reserve the right to make changes without notice.
This section gives an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user
manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal
word indicates an immediate dangerous
situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal
word indicates a possible dangerous sit‐
uation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal
word indicates a possible dangerous sit‐
uation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not
avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
Symbols and signal words
General notes
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used for electronic sound generation using a piano key‐
board. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use
under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in per‐
sonal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting
from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intel‐
lectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons
may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is
responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and
are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the
like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
With loudspeakers or headphones connected, the device can produce
volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impair‐
ment.
Do not operate the device permanently at a high volume level.
Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in
your ears or hearing impairment.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any
direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage,
never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight,
heavy dirt, and strong vibrations.
Intended use
Safety
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NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting
the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet)
matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is pro‐
tected by a residual current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result
in damage to the device and possibly the user.
Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and
when the device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of
electric shock or fire.
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3 Introduction
Thanks a lot for purchasing this digital piano.
This instrument offers 88 weighted keys with hammer action as well as adjustable
touch response. It's based on state-of-the-art PCM technology for sound generation
and will provide you with joyful playing and performing for many years. You can also
record what you play, or record the accompaniment first and after that the melody.
The digital piano represents not only the latest technology, it even looks very ele‐
gant, that makes it an eye catcher wherever you set it up.
We wish you a lot of fun with your new instrument and hope, that you will enjoy it for
many years.
Introduction
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4 Operating panel and connections
1 Power ON/OFF (on/off switch)
2 MASTER VOLUME (volume control)
3 LED display
4 Rotary control[DATA CONTROL]
5 Button [REVERB]
6 Button [CHORUS]
7 Button [SPLIT]
8 Button [TRANSPOSE]
9 Button [OCTAVE]
10 Button [SONG]
11 Button [METRONOME]
Operating panel
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12 Button [FUNCTION]
13 VOICE SELECT:
PIANO 1, PIANO 2, ELECTRIC PIANO 1, ELECTRIC PIANO 2, CHURCH ORGAN, ROCK/JAZZ ORGAN, STRINGS, UPRIGHT
BASS
14 DC 12 V (input socket)
15 PHONES (headphones)
16 LINE OUT L/R
17 PEDAL
18 MIDI IN/OUT
Connections
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5 Setup and switch on
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit.
Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust
and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your
own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible
high-quality cables for all connections.
The scope of delivery comprises:
nDigital piano
nSustain pedal
nPower supply unit
nUser manual.
Make sure that everything was delivered properly and set the digital piano horizon‐
tally on a table or a suitable stand near an mains power wall outlet. Optionally, you
can mount the digital piano on the wooden stand with double pedal (article number
265835).
Then, carry out the following steps:
nMake sure that the cable from the power supply to the DC 12 V input jack on the
rear panel of the digital piano is long enough.
nInsert the score stand into the two holes on the operating panel.
nConnect the cable of the power supply output to the DC 12 V jack on the rear
panel of the digital piano.
nInsert the plug of the adapter into the wall outlet.
nInsert the plug of the pedal into the "SUSTAIN" jack on the rear panel of the dig‐
ital piano.
Make sure that the device is switched off when plugging and unplugging
the power plug.
Set the volume to minimum before turning on the device.
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