thomann DP-275 GP BP User manual

DP-275 GP BP, DP-275 GP WHP
digital piano
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
17.09.2020, ID: 497298, 497307

Table of contents
1 General information.............................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................ 5
1.2 Notational conventions................................................................................................. 5
1.3 Symbols and signal words........................................................................................... 6
2 Safety............................................................................................................................................ 7
3 Features.................................................................................................................................... 10
4 Installation.............................................................................................................................. 11
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................ 17
6 Connection options............................................................................................................. 24
7 Operating................................................................................................................................. 26
7.1 Turning the digital piano on and o...................................................................... 26
7.2 Adjusting the volume.................................................................................................. 26
7.3 Setting the tone colour............................................................................................... 26
7.4 Function menu............................................................................................................... 27
7.4.1 Tuning............................................................................................................................ 28
7.4.2 Octave transposing................................................................................................... 28
7.4.3 Touch velocity............................................................................................................. 28
7.4.4 Split point setting...................................................................................................... 29
7.4.5 TWINOVA...................................................................................................................... 30
7.4.6 Harmony mode.......................................................................................................... 31
7.4.7 Equalizer....................................................................................................................... 31
7.4.8 String resonance........................................................................................................ 32
7.4.9 Soft pedal..................................................................................................................... 32
7.4.10 Freeze.......................................................................................................................... 33
7.4.11 Metronome............................................................................................................... 33
7.4.12 Fade time................................................................................................................... 34
7.4.13 MIDI out channel..................................................................................................... 34
7.4.14 Loop function........................................................................................................... 35
7.4.15 Automatic shuto................................................................................................... 35
7.4.16 Bluetooth®................................................................................................................. 36
7.4.17 Reset to factory defaults....................................................................................... 36
7.5 DSP eects....................................................................................................................... 37
7.6 Transposing..................................................................................................................... 38
7.7 Piano mode..................................................................................................................... 39
7.8 Mixer.................................................................................................................................. 39
7.9 Selecting sounds........................................................................................................... 40
7.10 Layer mode................................................................................................................... 40
7.11 Split mode..................................................................................................................... 41
7.12 Playing with auto accompaniment...................................................................... 41
7.12.1 Style selection.......................................................................................................... 42
7.12.2 Accompaniment variation................................................................................... 42
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7.12.3 Chord accompaniment......................................................................................... 43
7.13 One Touch Setting (O.T.S)....................................................................................... 46
7.14 Memory function........................................................................................................ 46
7.15 MIDI recording............................................................................................................. 47
7.15.1 Recording settings.................................................................................................. 47
7.15.2 Recording preparation.......................................................................................... 48
7.15.3 Start recording......................................................................................................... 49
7.15.4 Stopping recording................................................................................................ 49
7.15.5 Playing recording.................................................................................................... 49
7.16 Audio recording.......................................................................................................... 49
7.16.1 Start recording......................................................................................................... 50
7.16.2 Stopping recording................................................................................................ 50
7.16.3 Playing a recording................................................................................................ 50
7.17 Demo pieces................................................................................................................. 51
7.18 Practising songs.......................................................................................................... 51
7.18.1 Playing back practise songs................................................................................ 51
7.18.2 Practising practise songs...................................................................................... 52
7.18.3 Playing back Bluetooth® practise songs......................................................... 52
7.18.4 Disconnecting Bluetooth® connection........................................................... 52
7.19 USB ash drive (USB stick)....................................................................................... 53
7.19.1 Playing songs............................................................................................................ 53
7.19.2 Saving songs............................................................................................................. 53
7.19.3 Loading songs.......................................................................................................... 54
7.19.4 Formatting................................................................................................................. 54
7.20 MIDI connection.......................................................................................................... 54
8 Style list..................................................................................................................................... 55
9 Song list.................................................................................................................................... 59
10 Demo pieces............................................................................................................................ 61
11 Chord list.................................................................................................................................. 62
12 MIDI implementation chart............................................................................................. 64
13 Troubleshooting................................................................................................................... 66
14 Technical specications.................................................................................................... 67
15 Plug and connection assignment................................................................................. 69
16 Protecting the environment........................................................................................... 70
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1 General information
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 and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the
latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under
www.thomann.de.
1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and
details on the following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the
topics of interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical
basics and terms.
Personal
consultation
For personal consultation please contact our
technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the
customer service will gladly assist you.
1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .
Letterings
Displays
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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a
step is indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch o the device.
References to other locations in this manual are identied by an arrow and the speci‐
ed page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-
reference to jump to the specied location.
Example: See Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 6.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words
that are used in this 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 situation that can result in minor
injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a possible dangerous situation that can result in mate‐
rial and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – danger zone.
Instructions
Cross-references
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2 Safety
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 sucient 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.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated two-wire mains cabling
(power cord). Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do
so could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice
from a registered electrician.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present.
Never remove any covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are
missing or damaged.
Intended use
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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.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to heavy weight
Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required
for transport and installation.
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.
Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the
chapter ‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy tem‐
perature uctuations and do not switch the device on immediately after
it was exposed to temperature uctuations (for example after transport
at low outside temperatures).
Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful
ambient conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be
maintained by qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent
overheating and other malfunction.
NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, 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 injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused
for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.
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NOTICE!
Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse
The use of dierent types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit.
Fire hazard!
Only fuses of the same type may be used.
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3 Features
The digital piano is characterized by the following features:
n88 weighted keys with hammer action
n3 pedals (sustain, soft, sostenuto)
nLCD display
nUser-friendly controls and indicators
nBuilt-in memory for user settings and recordings
nBuilt-in power stages and loudspeakers
n256-voice polyphony
n90 songs
n3 demo songs
n1200 sounds
n270 styles
n128 MIDI voices
nMetronome
nTranspose function
nEqualizer
nDSP, Reverb and Chorus eects
nLayer and Split mode
nHarmony mode
nTWINOVA (duo mode)
nTouch response, adjustable
nBluetooth®
nRecording function
nConnections: 2 × headphones, microphone, Aux in/out, MIDI In/Out/Thru, USB
audio, USB MIDI
nPower handling speakers: 2 × 40 watt + 2 × 20 watt
nAutomatic shuto, deactivatable
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4 Installation
Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the instrument against vibration,
dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or
your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Set up the instrument in the desired location.
For assembling the digital piano, you only need the included tool. Open the package,
take out all items and check before assembling that the entire scope of delivery is
present, as listed here.
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1 Pedal unit (pre-assembled)
2 Right support leg
3 Left support leg
4 Rear support leg
5 Keydesk
6 14 × washers
7 14 × hexagon bolts M12 × 45
8 8 × screws 3 × 15
9 2 × supports for pedal unit
10 Hexagon screwdriver
Not illustrated:
Power cord
Pedal cable
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Proceed according to the illustrations and only use the supplied screws. Using other
screws could damage the piano housing or result in a reduced stability of the piano.
1. Place the box upside down on a suitable surface, open the box and remove the
foam protection.
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2. One after the other, screw the three supports with each four of the supplied
washers (7) and hexagonal screws (6) using the hexagonal screwdriver (10) as
shown on the underside of the keydesk (5).
3. Attach the supports for the pedal unit (9) to the pedal unit (1) using two of the
supplied screws (8) each as shown.
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4. Carefully turn the pedal unit (1) over and fasten it to the keydesk with two of
the supplied washers (7) and hexagonal screws (6) using the hexagonal screw‐
driver (10) and four of the supplied screws (8) as shown.
5. Carefully turn the digital piano onto the support legs as shown and remove the
cardboard. Make sure that neither the support legs nor the pedal unit get dam‐
aged.
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CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to heavy weight
Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required
for transport and installation.
The instrument is connected using the power cord supplied. Make sure that the dig‐
ital piano is turned o before you connect it to the power supply or disconnect it.
1. Turn the volume control counterclockwise to minimum.
2. Connect the power cord to the input socket on the underside of the digital
piano.
3. Insert the plug into a properly earthed mains wall outlet.
4. Now you can turn on the digital piano.
If the piano is not in use or when a thunderstorm with danger of lightning
threatens, disconnect the instrument from its mains power for safety.
Mains connection
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5 Connections and controls
1[VOLUME]
Rotary control to adjust the overall volume
2[BRILLIANCE]
Rotary control to adjust the tone colour
3[REC]
Button to switch to recording mode
If a USB ash drive (USB stick) is inserted: press the button for an audio recording.
If no USB ash drive (USB stick) is inserted: press the button to start a MIDI recording.
Hold down the button to enter the recording settings menu.
4[TEMPO]/[<]/[>]
Buttons for adjusting the tempo
5[STYLE]
Direct selection buttons for styles selection. Pressing the button again selects the second stored style.
6[A.B.C.]
Button to activate / deactivate the A.B.C. function
Hold down the button to enter the chord settings menu.
7[FADE IN/OUT]
Button to switch the fade options
Hold down the button to enter the fade settings menu.
8[INTRO ENDING 1]
Button to play the intro 1 or ending 1
Left control panel
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9[INTRO ENDING 2]
Style mode: Button to play the intro 2 or ending 2
Song modus: Button to mute or activate the part for the left hand
10 [MAIN A]
Style mode: Button for playing the main pattern A
Song modus: Button to mute or activate the part for the right hand
11 [MAIN B]
Style mode: Button for playing the main pattern B
Song modus: Button to activate the loop function. The currently playing song will be repeated continuously.
12 [MAIN C]
Style mode: Button for playing the main pattern C
Song modus: Button to activate the loop function. All songs are repeated continuously.
13 [MAIN D]
Style mode: Button for playing the main pattern D
Song modus: Button to start the playback
Bluetooth® mode: Button for playing the next song
14 [SYNC/STOP]
Style mode: Button to activate / deactivate the sync-stop function
Song modus: Button for playing the next song during playback
Bluetooth® mode: Button for playing the next Bluetooth® song
15 [SYNC / START]
Style mode: Button to activate / deactivate the sync-start function
Song modus: Button for pausing the currently playing song during playback
Bluetooth® mode: Button for pausing the currently playing Bluetooth®song during playback
16 [START / STOP]
Button to start / stop a song / Bluetooth® song or style
17 [METRO]
Button to activate / deactivate the metronome.
Hold down the button to enter the metronome settings menu.
18 [FUNCTION]
Button to call up the functions menu
19 [DEMO]
Button to call up the demo mode
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20 [MIXER]
Button to call up the mixer menu
21 LCD display
21 LCD display
22 [STYLE]
Button to call up the style mode
23 [USB]
Button to activate / deactivate the USB mode
Hold down the button to enter the USB settings menu.
24 [VOICE]
Button to call up the sound mode
25 [SONG]/
Button to call up the song mode
With Bluetooth® activated, press the button again to enter Bluetooth® mode. To exit Bluetooth® mode and switch to
Song mode, press the button again.
26 Rotary control for setting the parameters
27 [>/YES]
Button for increasing values
Simultaneously press [>/YES] and [</NO] to restore the standard settings.
28 [</NO]
Button for decreasing values
Simultaneously press [>/YES] and [</NO] to restore the standard settings.
Right control panel.
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29 [BANK]
Button for selecting a memory location
30 [FREEZE]
Button to activate / deactivate the freeze mode
Hold down the button to enter the freeze settings menu.
31 [STORE]
Button to save the current setting.
Simultaneously press [STORE] along with one of the buttons [M1]…[M6] to select the memory location for the settings.
32 [VOICE]
Direct select buttons for sound selection. Pressing the [VOICE] button again selects the second stored sound.
33 [M1]…[M6]
Memory mode: Button for calling up the saved settings
O.T.S. mode: Button for calling up sounds that match the current style
34 [O.T.S.]
Button for activating / deactivating the O.T.S. mode (One Touch Setting)
35 [DUAL]
Button to activate / deactivate the dual mode
36 [PIANO]
Button to call up the piano mode
37 [LOWER]
Button to activate / deactivate the split mode
Hold down the button to enter the split mode settings menu.
38 [TWINOVA]
Button to activate / deactivate the TWINOVA mode
Hold down the button to enter the TWINOVA settings menu.
39 [HARMONY]
Button to activate / deactivate the harmony mode
Hold down the button to enter the harmony settings menu.
40 [TRANSPOSE]/[<]/[>]
Buttons for transposing the pitch of the entire keyboard
41 [DSP]
Button to activate / deactivate the DSP mode
Hold down the button to enter the DSP settings menu.
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