Worlde W220 User manual

WELCOME
To the happy family of satisfied electronic musical instrument owners! To get the most out
of the many features and functions of the keyboard, please be sure to read carefully this
manual and keep it at hand for future reference.
MAIN FEATURES
Strong multifunctional LCD system with large-scream display of Chinese characters,
which makes selecting and editing parameters much easier.
348 different kinds of voices, including 25 voices of Chinese folk instruments( Trichord,
Gu-Zheng, Erhu, Suona)
Almost including 100 popular accompaniment styles in the world. Each has its own intro
and main (A, B two types), variation and ending.
48 types of commonly-used voices and 24 types of commonly-used styles for rapid
choice.
With 9 groups of percussion instrument and a group of Chinese traditional percussion
instrument.
Graceful piano shape design and soft LCD back light makes the piano more luxurious.
Be able to synthesize certain digital effects like the reverb chorus and 3 D stereo
effect, which could create various sound field effects.
Be able to record at most 5 user songs, and they could be played repeatedly.
22 demonstration songs, making great contributions to lifting your performance level.
Panel-register function could save your beloved panel, and recall it whenever you want.
WELCOME

CONTENTS
Safety Precautions P. 2
Panel Controls and Terminals P.6
Preparations P.8
Power P. 8
AC Adapter P. 8
Batteries P. 8
Connection P. 9
Headphone and Audio Output P. 9
Sustain Jack Terminal P. 9
MIDI Input and Output P. 9
Setting Up the Music Stand P. 10
Playing the Piano P. 11
Starting to Play the Piano P. 11
DEMO Songs P. 11
Playing all Songs P. 11
Playing a Single Selected Song P. 11
Voice P. 11
Playing Voices P. 11
Dual Voice P. 11
Balancing the Dual P. 12
Control and Effect P. 12
Sustain P. 12
Pitchbend Roller P. 12.
Touch Respond P. 13
Reverb P. 13
Tuning P. 13
Transpose P. 14
Harmony P. 14
Auto Accompaniment P. 15
Selecting a Style P. 15
Adjusting the Accompaniment Volume P. 15
Changing the Tempo P. 15
Playing the Accompaniment P. 16
SYNCHRO Start P. 17
SYNCHRO Stop P. 20
Accompaniment Sections (Main A/B & fill-ins)
P. 2 1
Chord P. 22
Using Auto Accompaniment Multi fingering
P. 2 2
Percussion P. 24
Keyboard Percussion P. 24
Song Memory P. 25
Song Recording P. 26
Recording a User Song P. 25
Song Clear P. 29
Track Clear P. 30
Playing a Song P. 31
A-B repeat P. 32
Registration Memory P. 34
Recording a Registration Memory Preset
P. 3 4
Recalling a Registration Memory Preset
P. 3 5
MIDI Functions P. 36
What Is MIDI? P. 36
MIDI Functions P. 37
Connecting to a PC P. 38
Appendix P. 39
Voice List P. 39
Rhythm List P. 41
Percussion List P. 42
Function Parameter P. 44
Troubleshooting P. 45
Technique Specifications P. 46
1

Symbols
Various symbols are used in this user's manual guide and on the product itself to ensure
that the product is used safely and Correctly, and to prevent injury to the user and other
person as well as damage to property. Those symbols along with their Meanings are shown
below.
WARNING!
This indication stipulates matters that have the risk of causing death or serious injury
if the product is operated incorrectly while ignoring this indication.
CAUTION!
This indication stipulates matters that have the risk of causing injury as well as matters
for which there is the likelihood of occurrence of physical damage only if the product
is operated incorrectly while ignoring this indication.
Symbol Examples
This triangle symbol means that the user should be careful. ( The example at
left indicates electrical shock caution.)
This circle with a line through it means that the indicated action must not be
performed. Indications within or nearby this symbol are specifically prohibited. (The
example at left indicates that disassembly is prohibited.)
The black dot means that the indicated action must be performed. Indications
within this symbol are actions that are specifically instructed to be performed. (The
example at left indicates that the power plug must be unplugged from the electrical
socket.)
! WARNING
Please use caution regarding the handling of the AC adaptor.
Do not use a voltage other than the indicated power supply voltage. Use of a voltage
other than that indicated may cause fire or electrical shock.
If the power cord should become damaged (expose wired, disconnection, etc.),
purchase a new AC adaptor. Use of a damaged power cord may cause fire or electrical
shock.
Do not cut or damage the power cord. Also do not place heavy objects on top of it or
subject it to excessive heat.
Damage to the power cord may cause fire or electrical shock.
Safety Precautions
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Do not attempt to shape the power cord or subject it to excessive bending, twisting
or pulling. This may cause fire or electrical shock.
Please use the adaptor specified for this instrument. Use if another adaptor may
cause fire, electrical shock, or malfunction.
Do not locate the instrument or its stand on an uneven or unstable surface.
* Locating the instrument or its stand on an uneven or unstable surface can cause it
to full, creating the danger of personal injury.
Do not place containers containing water or other liquids on the instrument.
Do not place the following objects on the instrument. Placing such objects on the
instrument may cause fire or electrical shock of they pill and get inside the instrument.
Containers filled with water or other liquids(including vases, potted plants, cups,
cosmetics and medicines)
Small metal objects (including hairpins, sewing needles and coins)
Flammable objects
In the event a foreign object should happen to get inside the instrument, please take
the following actions:
1. Turn power off.
2. Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet.
3. If there are any batteries loaded in the keyboard, remove them.
*. Do not touch the batteries directly with your hands when removing them. They may
be hot or battery fluid may be leaking from them.
4. Consult with the dealer where you purchase the keyboard or with an authorized
service provider.
Do not disassemble or modify the instrument.
Never attempt of take apart or modify the instrument, its accessories, or separately
sold options. Doing so may cause fire, electrical shock or malfunction. Consult your
dealer concerning all inspection, adjustment or repair of internal components.
Do not use if there is an abnormality or malfunction.
*. Do not use the instrument if there appear to be abnormalities such as the presence
of smoke or abnormal odor. Also do not use the instrument if there appear to be mal-
functions such as the power not coming on or sound not being produced. Use under
such conditions may cause fire or electrical shock. In such cases, take the following
actions immediately. Never attempt to repair the instrument yourself.
1. Turn power off.
2. Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet.
3. If there are any batteries loaded in the keyboard, remove them.
*. Do not touch the batteries directly with your hands when removing them. They may
be hot or battery fluid may be leaking from them.
4. Consult with the dealer where you purchased the keyboard or with an authorized
service provider.
When the instrument has been dropped:
*. In the case the instrument has been dropped or damaged, take the following actions.
Continued use may cause fire or electrical shock.
1. Turn power off.
2. Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet.
3. If there are any batteries loaded in the keyboard, remove them.
*. Do not touch the batteries directly with your hands when removing them. They may
be hot or battery fluid may be leaking from them.
4. Consult with the dealer where you purchased the keyboard or with an authorized
service provider.
3

Be careful of the bags around children.
*. Never allow anyone to place the plastic bags of the instrument, its accessories,
and its separately sold options over their heads. Doing so many cause suffocation.
Particular caution is required in homes with small children.
! CAUTION
AC Adapter
*. Do not locate the power cord in close proximity to heaters or other heating appliances.
This may cause the cord to melt leading to possible fire or electrical shock.
*. When unplugging the AC adapter from an electrical outlet, always make sure to
pull on the adaptor itself and not the cord. Pulling excessively on the cord may cause
it to be damaged or break leading to possible fire or electrical shock.
*. Do not touch the AC adapter with wet hands when it is plugged in. This may cause
electrical shock.
*. When not using the instrument for an extended period such as when travelling,
always make sure to unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet for safety
reasons.
*. After use turn off the power switch of the instrument and unplug the AC adapter
from the electrical outlet.
Batteries
*. Improper battery use may cause batteries to rupture and leak. This may cause
injury, malfunction of the instrument or discolouration of furniture and other articles
that come into contact with battery fluid. Take care to observe the followings.
*. Install batteries so their polarity (+/-) matches that indicated on the instrument.
*. For safety and to prevent possible leakage of battery fluid, always make sure to
remove batteries from the instrument when you do not plan to use it for a long time.
*. Always make sure that the batteries making up a set are all of the same type.
*. Never combine the new batteries with old ones.
*. Never dispose of batteries by incinerating them. Never short or disassemble
batteries, and do not expose them to excessive heat.
*. Replace dead batteries as soon as possible.
*. Never attempt to recharge batteries.
Transport
*. When transporting the instrument, always make sure to unplug the AC adaptor
from the electrical outlet and confirm that all other external connections have been
disconnected. Only then should the instrument be transported. If the above is not
done, the cord may be damaged leading to possible fire or electrical shock.
Care
*. Whenever caring, make sure to first unplug the ac adaptor from the electrical outlet.
Also remove the instrument's batteries if battery power if being used.
Location
*. Never locate the instrument in areas subject to high humidity or heavy accumulation
of dust. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock.
*. Never locate the instrument in areas subject to grease splatters or steam, such
as in a kitchen or near a humidifier. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
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Don not place keyboard on lacquered furniture.
*. The instrument's silicone rubber feet may eventually blacken or scar lacquered
surfaces. Use felt cloth pads to insulate the feet preferably use a musical
instrument stand designed for your keyboard.
Do not place heavy objects on the instruments.
*. Do not place heavy instruments on the instruments. This may cause the instrument
to tip over or break resulting in injury.
Volume
*. Very high volume levels can damage hearing. Avoid using the instrument at very
high volume settings for long periods. Consult with a physician immediately if you
experience impaired hearing or ringing in the ears.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Precautions
*. Avoid subjecting the keyboard's LCD to strong impact, which can crack or break
the LCD's glass creating the danger of personal injury.
*. Should the LCD glass ever crack or break, do not allow the liquid inside the LCD to
come into contact with your skin, which can cause inflammation and reddening.
*. Should the LCD liquid get into your mouth, immediately wash out your mouth with
water and then consult a physician.
*. Should the LCD liquid get into your eyes or on your skin, immediately flush with
water for at least 15 minutes and then consult a physician.
Do not get onto the instrument or stand.*
*. Do not crawl on top of the instrument or its optional stand. Particular caution is
required in homes having small children. This may cause the instrument or stand to
tip over and break resulting injury.
Optional stand*
*. Carefully assemble the stand following the assembly instructions that come with it.
Securely tighten all bolts, nuts, and fasteners, and make sure that you mount the
instrument correctly onto the stand. Incorrectly or insufficiently tightening screws,
or incorrectly mounting the instrument onto the stand can cause the stand to tip over
or the instrument to fall off the stand, possibly leading to injury.
* The stand is available as an option.
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7
DC12V
PHONES.
SUSTAIN
MIDI OUT
MIDI IN
-+
27 26
25
24
REAR PANEL
mode; and when the Song mode is selected, this
is used as a rewind control, or move the song
playback point back toward the beginning. ( See
P. 1 )
18.[START/STOP] button
It is to start / stop the auto accompaniment in
Style mode; and to start / stop song playback in
Song mode. (P.18)
19.[MAIN A/ AUTO FILL] / [REW] button
It is to control the auto fill and change the auto
accompaniment sections while in Style mode; and
fast rewind the song or move the song playback
point back toward the beginning in Song mode. (
See P.16, 31)
20.[MAIN B / AUTO FILL] / [FF] button
It is to control the auto fill and change the auto
accompaniment sections while in Style mode;;
and when Song mode is selected, this is used as a
fast forward control, or move the song
playback point toward the end. ( See P. 1 , 31)
21.REGISTRATION MEMORY buttons
These buttons ([MEMORY], [BANK], [1]-[4])are
used for selecting and recording the Registration
Memory presets. ( See P.34)
Registration Memory presets. ( See P.34)
22.[SONG MEMORY] buttons
These buttons ([Record], [1]-[5], [A]) are used for
song recording, letting you record up to six
different tracks of a song(including a special
Chord track). ( See P. 25)
23.PITCH BEND ROLLER
It is to simulate the pitch bend of the natural
musical instruments. ( See P.12)
24.DC IN 12V jack
This is for connection to a PA-51 (accessory)
power adaptor. ( See P.8)
25.HEADPHONE / OUTPUT jack
This is for connection to a set of stereo
headphones or to an external amplifier / speaker
system. ( See P. 9)
26.SUSTAIN jack
This is for connection to an optional FC4 or FC5
Sustain pedal for control over sustain, just like the
damper pedal on a piano. ( See P.9)
27.MIDI IN, OUT terminals
These two jacks are to connect to other MIDI
instruments and devices. ( See P. 36)

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PREPARATIONS
DC12V
-
+
PHONES
SUSTAIN
MIDIOUT
MIDIIN
DC12V
-
+
PHONES
SUSTAIN
MIDI OUT
MIDI IN
Here is the place where lay main jacks of this instrument that are needed while playing .
Please pay attention to the usages of these jacks.
This instrument could be supplied with
alternating current power, by connecting the
output terminal of the adapter with DC 12V
power input jack, and etc. When this instrument
is connected with the adapter, the internal
power circuit of this instrument would be
automatically cut off.
Using batteries
You could use six 1.5V D / R-14 batteries to run this instrument. When the power supply
run low, the volume may be diminished, or an abnormal tone may appear, or any other
phenomenon may occur. At this time, please turn off the power and change the batteries
with the procedure below.
DC15V
-
+
1.Open the battery compartment lid.
2. Insert six new batteries, making sure that the positive
and negative terminals are properly aligned.
3. Replace the battery compartment lid.
Never mix oldand new batteriesor different types of batteries.
To prevent possible damage from battery leakage, remove the
batteries from the instrument if it is not to be used for a long time.
CAUTION
Power Supply
This instrument will run either from an AC adaptor or batteries.
If W220 sounds totally different while playing at a high volume, this indicates the power
supply run low.
Using an AC Power Adapter
AC Adapter Plug
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9
Using Headphones or Stereo System
PHONES
You can connect a set of stereo headphone to the PHONES/OUTPUT
jack. While such connection is made, you could only hear the sound
through the earphone. Thus, you could practise and play without
disturbing others. This jack can also be connected to the external
amplifier / speaker system, in order to form a better amplifier system.
SUSTAIN
MIDI OUT
MIDI IN
MIDI INPUT / OUTPUT
MIDI IN could be used to receive the MIDI data
from the outside equipment connected.
MIDI OUT could send the MIDI Data of this
instrument.
Stereo System
Using a Sustain Pedal
This feature lets you use an optional Sustain pedal to
sustain the sound of the voices. Press and hold down the
pedal as you play the keyboard to sustain the sound.
CAUTION
Do not press the sustain pedal while connecting the pedal to the
terminal or turning on the power supply. Otherwise, it changes the
recognized polarity of the pedal, resulting in reversed sustain pedal
operation. To bring the reversed polarity normal, just turn off the
power, and follow the proper procedure.

10
Setting Up the Music Stand

PLAYING THE PIANO
STARTING TO PLAY THE PIANO
First of all, turn on the power and set the volume. That is, push the POWER switch to ON and set the
[MASTER VOLUME] dial to a suitable place. Every time you turn on the piano, it will automatically
call up acoustic grand piano voice and 8-beat Style mode.
DEMO SONGS
There are all together 22 demonstration songs in this instrument, which thoroughly display its
excellent quality in the tone and melody. You can get a general idea of this instrument through them.
Playing all demo songs
Press the [DEMO] button, and all the demonstration songs
would be performed in order.
Playing a single selected demo song
After pressing the [DEMO] button, you could use[+ / YES] and
[- / NO] to select the appropriate number of the desired song
during playback.
VOICE
In this instrument, there are 348 vivid voices, including 25 Chinese voices, and many GM voices. All
these are separated into A and B groups and all leading voices are printed on the panel. At the upper
part of each voice button are voices of Group A and lower part of Group B.
Selecting a Voice
Press [MAIN A / B] to select a voice group.
Press the [VOICE] button to choose a leading voice
Press [+ / YES] and [- / NO] to decide the voice you desire.
DUAL VOICE
This function allows you to play two voices at the same time.
Follow the previous Selecting a Voice process to choose the
first voice.
Press the [DUAL] button to enter into Dual Voice mode. The
name of the second voice will appear in the LCD;
Follow the previous Selecting a Voice process again to
choose the second voice;
Press the [DUAL] button to stop Dual Voice function.
NOTE:
You can still play on the keyboard while
the demon song is being played, but if
the sound overpassesthe maximum data,
it might notbe voiced.
NOTE:
Only the names of leading voices are
printed on the panel. In fact each voice
has its variations.While selecting avoice,
you can seethe name inthe LCD.
NOTE:
In Dual Voice mode, if you press the
keyboard, it may sound differently or
like two voices mixed together. If you
press this button right after you turn on
this instrument, stringed instruments
ensemble 1 would be automatically set
as defaulted secondvoice.
In this mode, you cannot choose the
first voice, so you ought to settle the
first voice before entering into this
mode.
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NOTE:
This wheel could do nothing to Auto Bass
chord.
The primary setting is +/- 200 dieresis (2
semitones), and the adjust range is +/-1
octachord.
NOTE:
Different voice has different sustain effect.
And this function has no effect on the Style
mode and for keyboard percussion music.
Sustain pedal(optional) can be connected
to the SUSTAIN jack in order to control the
sustain. Its function feels like the pedals in
traditional pianos.
Do not press the pedal when turning on
the power, otherwise the function of the
pedal would be reversed.That is to say, to
press, to sustain; and to release, to normal.
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Balancing the Dual Voice
You should balance the volume of each voice by yourself.
Press the [FUNCTION] button until it shows Second
Voice Volume in the LCD.
Press [+ / YES] and [- / NO] to adjust the second voice
volume, ranging from 0 to 127.
CONTROL AND EFFECT
Sustain
Sustain is to add some slow and natural attenuation to the
voice. This function can make sound much more vivid and
round esp. for pianos and any other stringed instruments.
Press the [SUSTAIN] button to enable this function, and
there appears the Sustain icon in the LCD.
Press the [SUSTAIN] button again to stop this function.
Pitchbend Roller
It is used to adjust the voice volume when playing this
instrument, simulating the pitch bend of natural musical
instruments. This enables certain voices (e.g. guitar) to be
more vivid, and display different music styles.
Using Pitch bend Roller
Turn the roller with your left hand while you right hand is
playing on the keyboard.
Press each button once to choose different function
1. VOICE 2. STYLE MODE 3.DEMO SONG 4. CLOSE VOICE PART (for demo songs)
5. HARMONY 6. CHORUS 7. TRANSPOSE 8.TUNING 9. DUAL BALANCE 10. METRONOME
Stop certain function or return to the primary setting by pressing [+ / YES] and [- / NO] at the
same time.
Withdraw from the Function MENU.
Press the [FUNCTION] button for 2 seconds to withdraw from the Function MENU.
This digital piano offers you various types of effects. You can freely choose your favourite one.
The Usage of Function buttons
NOTE:
By pressing [+ / YES] and [- / NO] at the
same time, the volumes would return to the
primary setting.
PITCH BEND

Touch Response
This function could adjust the volume by controlling the
strength of pressing the keyboard.
There are five touch types (Touch SNS 15) available by
pressing the [TOUCH] button in the panel.
Press the [TOUCH] button to enable this function, and the
Touch icon appears in the LCD.
Press the [TOUCH] button for at least 3 seconds, and the
name of the type appears in the LCD.
You can change the touch type by using [+ / YES] and [- /
NO] buttons.
Reverb
This function is to add reverberation effect to the voices,
which can create live effect and sound as if you were
performing in a small room or a concert. A total of eight
different Reverb types simulating various different
performance environments are available. Press the
[REVERB] button to shift this mode.
Press the [REVERB] button for at least 3 seconds to
enable this function, and there appears the Reverb icon in
the LCD.
You can change the reverberation type by using [+ / YES]
and [- / NO] buttons.
Chorus
It is to add chorus effect to the voices. There are 8 different
types available.
Press the [FUNCTION] button to choose this function, and
the Chorus icon appears in the LCD.
You can close this function and change the chord type by
using [+ / YES] and [- / NO] buttons.
Tuning
This function determines the fine pitch setting of both the
main voice and the bass/chord accompaniment of the
selected style. It also determines the pitch of the songs. This
allows you to accurately match the tuning with that of other
instruments without changing your fingering. The Tuning
setting can be adjusted over a range of +/- 100(approx. +/- 1
semitone).
Press the [FUNCTION] button to select this function, and
the Tune icon appears in the LCD.
You can change the tuning by using [+ / YES] and [- / NO]
buttons.
NOTE:
The keyboard will automatically call up
touch response after you turn it on. Its
default touch type is medium response.
As to setting the parameter in touch
function, please see P.63.
NOTE:
More information please see P. 44.
This instrument will automatically call up
Reverberation On mode after you turn it on.
NOTE:
The Reverb setting can be adjusted over a
range from 0to 127.
More information please see P. 44.
This instrument will automatically turn to
Chorus On mode after you turn it on.
NOTE:
By pressing [+ / YES] and [- / NO] at the
same time, the tuning would return to its
primary setting.
More information please see P. 44.
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NOTE:
By pressing [+ / YES] and [- / NO] at the
same time, the mode would return to the
primary setting. Anew mode is only valid
to the notes played after this new mode
is set.
This function is to change the places of
the notes, in order to display the melody
and accompaniment for the present
voice and accompaniment style. But it
has no effect on keyboard percussion
music.
Please refer to P.44 for the details of
setting the transpose parameters.
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Transpose
This function determines the key of both the main voice and
the bass/chord accompaniment of the selected style. It also
determines the pitch of the songs. This allows you to easily
match the pitch of this instrument to other instruments or
singers, or play in a different key without changing your
fingering. The transpose settings can be adjusted over a
range of +/-12 semitones(+/-1 octave).
Press the [FUNCTION] button to select this function, and
the Transpose icon appears in the LCD.
You can adjust the range of transpose by using [+ / YES]
and [- / NO] buttons.
Harmony
The Harmony section features a variety of performance
effects that enhance the melodies you play when using the
accompaniment styles of the W220. A total of twenty-six
Harmony types are available.
Tremolo, Trill and Echo effects can be used even if
accompaniment is off. There are five different Harmony
Types that automatically create harmony parts(for notes
played in the upper section of the keyboard) to match the
accompaniment chords.
Press the [FUNCTION] button to select this function.
When Harmony Disabled appears in the LCD, it means
this function is closed.
Press [+ / Yes] to enter into harmony mode.
You can chose your desired harmony type by using [+ /
YES] and [- / NO] buttons.
NOTE:
For the first ten Harmony Types(Duet,
Octave, Tremolo 1/4, Tremolo 1/6,
Tremolo 1/8, Tremolo 1/12, Echo 1/4,
Echo 1/6, Echo 1/8, Echo 1/12), chords
must be played in the Accompaniment
section of the keyboard.
The harmony voice will change its pitch
to match the chord you are playing.
The speed of the Tremolo, Trill and Echo
effects depends on the Tempo setting.
Each voice of the W220 has its own
independent Harmony setting.

ACCOMPANIMENT STYLE
W220 provides dynamic rhymes and accompaniment patterns, as well as voice settings
appropriate for each pattern for various popular music styles.
A total of 100 kinds of different accompaniment styles are available, in two different
categories Group A and Group B. All leading styles are printed on the panel. At the upper part
of each style button are styles of Group A and lower part Group B. Each style is made up of
separate sections Intro, Main A / Auto Fill-in, Main B / Auto Fill-in and Ending, letting
you call up accompaniment sections as you perform. The auto accompaniment features that
are built into the rhythms add the excitement of instrumental backing to your performance,
letting you control the accompaniment by the chords you play. Auto accompaniment
effectively splits the keyboard into two sections: the upper is used for playing a melody line,
and the lower (set by default to keys F#2 and lower) is for the auto accompaniment function.
Selecting a Style
Press Group A/ B button to choose the group you prefer.
When the LED light is on, it means Group B is selected;
if off, it means Group A.
By pressing [STYLE] button, you can choose the
leading pattern in each accompaniment style.
You can change the rhythm by using [+ / YES] and [- /
NO] buttons.
Variation
Each accompaniment style has its own variations. There
are Variation A/B button on the panel.
Adjusting the Accompaniment Volume
Use the [ ] [ ] volume buttons to adjust the accompani-
ment volume. The range of this adjustment is from 0 to 127.
Adjusting the Accompaniment Tempo
Use the [ ] [ ] Tempo buttons to adjust the accompani-
ment tempo. The range of this adjustment is from 40 to
240.
NOTE:
The accompaniment styles printed on
the panel are the leading patterns in
each style. Each style actually concludes
one or severaldifferent patterns.
The name of the accompaniment style
you choose willbe shown in the LCD.
AUTO ACCOMPANIMENT
NOTE:
By pressing [ ] [ ] buttons at the
same time, the volume will return to its
primary setting.
NOTE:
By pressing [ ] [ ] buttons at the same
time, the tempo will return to its primary
setting.
ACMP VOLUME
TEMPO
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Playing the Accompaniment
The panel buttons below function as accompaniment controls.
1.Turn on the auto accompaniment
Press the [CHORD] button to enable(turn on) the auto accompaniment.
2.Start the accompaniment
You can do this in one of the following ways:
Press the [START / STOP] button
The rhythm starts playing immediately without bass and chord accompaniment. The
currently selected Main A / B section will play.
You can select the Main A / B section by pressing the appropriate button [MAIN A/B]before
pressing the [START / STOP] button.(The display briefly shows the letter of the selected
section: MAIN A or MAIN B .)
AB
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
16
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
Pressing this button
alternately enables and
cancels the bassand chord
accompaniment.
Pressing this buttonalternately
enables and cancelsthe Sync Start
function.
Pressing this buttonenters into
Main B andautomatically adds
a fill-in patternbefore changing
the section.
Pressing this buttonalternately
enables and cancelsthe Sync
Stop function.
this controls theIntro and
Ending sections. Pressing this buttonenters into Main Aand
automatically adds afill-in pattern before changing
the section.
Pressing this buttonalternately
starts and stopsauto accompa-
niment.

A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
Starting with an Intro section.
Each style has two or four-measure Intro sections. When used with auto
accompaniment, many of the Intro sections also include special chord changes
and embellishment to enhance your performance.
To Start with an Intro section.
1). Press [MAIN / AUTO FILL] buttons to select which section (A or B) is to follow
the Intro.
2) Press [Intro / Ending] button.
To actually start the Intro section and accompaniment, press the [START / STOP]
button.
Using Sync Start with an Intro section
You can also use the Sync Start function with the special Intro section of the
selected style.
To use Sync Start with an Intro section:
1). Press [MAIN / AUTO FILL] to choose which section (A / B) is to follow the Intro.
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USING SYNC START
W220 has Sync Start function that allows you to start the accompaniment and rhythm by
simply pressing a key on the keyboard. To enable this function, first press the [SYNC START]
button, (the beat marks all flash to indicate Sync Start stand-by), then press any key / chord
on the keyboard. (When auto accompaniment is on, play a key or chord in the auto
accompaniment section of the keyboard.)

A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
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2). Press [INTRO / ENDING] button.
3). First press the [SYNC START] button to enable this function, and then start the
Intro section and accompaniment by playing any key on the keyboard. (When auto
accompaniment is on, play a key or chord in the auto accompaniment section of the
keyboard.)
3.Using the Auto accompaniment function to change chords
Try playing a few successive chords with your left hand, and experience how the bass and
chord accompaniments change with each chord you play.
4.Stop the accompaniment
There are three ways to stop the accompaniment.
Pressing the [START / STOP] button
The rhythm and accompaniment stops playing immediately.
NOTE:
Chords played in the auto
accompaniment section of the keyboard
are also detected and played when the
accompaniment is stopped. In fact, this
gives you a split keyboard, with bass
and chords in the left hand and the
normally selected voicein the right.

A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
A B
Pause
Accompaniment
Chord
Sync
Stop Sync
Start
Intro/
Ending Start/Stop
A-B Repeat Stop/Start FF REW
Main A/
Auto Fill
Main B/
Auto Fill
Song
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Using an Ending section
Press the [INTRO / ENDING] button, then the accompaniment stops after the Ending section
is finished.
Pressing the [SYNC START] button
Doing this can immediately stop the accompaniment and automatically enables Sync Start,
letting you re-start the accompaniment by simply playing a key or a chord in the auto
accompaniment section of the keyboard.
Changing the Split Point of the Accompaniment Track
Press the [CHORD] button for 2-4 seconds until in the LCD appears Select the
Accompaniment Track Split Point .
Then use [+ / YES] and [- / NO] buttons to change the split point you want.