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Preparation Before Use
Playing the Piano
Music Menu
CA93/CA63
Recorder
Owner’s Manual
Settings
Appendix
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Thank you for purchasing this KAWAI Concert Artist digital piano. This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the CA93 & CA63 digital pianos. Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.
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Preface AboutthisOwner’s Manual Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Preparation Before Use section from page 10 of this owner’s manual. This section explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power. The Playing the Piano section (page 14) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing the CA93/CA63 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Musi
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Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE CAUTION OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DONOTOPEN AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lighting flash with a
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WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following. WARNING The product should be connected to an AC outlet of the specified voltage. Do not insert or disconnect the power cord plug with wet hands. The chair must be used properly (it must be used only when playing the product). Do not play with it or stand on it. Only one person is allowed to sit on it. Do not sit on it when opening the lid. Re-tig
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Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or damage to the product or other property if the product CAUTION is handled incorrectly. Do not use the product in the following areas. Using the product in such areas may result in product breakdown. Areas, such as those near windows, where the product is Use the product only in moderate climates (not exposed to direct sunlight in tropical climates). Extremely hot areas, such as near a heater Extremely cold areas, such as outside
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Should an abnormality occur in the product, immediately turn the power OFF, disconnect the power cord plug, and then contact the shop from which the product was purchased. To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond. Do not plug either terminal of the power cord
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TableofContents Preface ......................................... 3 Concert Magic ................................ 32 1. Performing a Concert Magic song ...............32 Important Safety Instructions ................. 4 2. Concert Magic demo mode .....................33 Table of Contents .............................. 8 3. Concert Magic song arrangement types ........34 Preparation Before Use 4. Steady Beat mode ...............................35 Part Names and Functions ................... 10 R
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Virtual Technician ............................ 54 Appendix 1. Voicing ...........................................55 Troubleshooting .............................. 82 2. Damper Resonance ..............................56 Sound List .................................... 83 3. String Resonance ................................57 Demo Song List ............................... 84 4. Key-off Effect ....................................58 Drum Rhythm List ............................ 85 5. Touch .........
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Part Names and Functions KAWAI CA93 c a Concert Artist d e f b g h i j k m (13) p o n s qr 10 Preparation Before Use
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a POWER switch k METRONOME button This switch is used to turn the CA93/CA63 digital piano on/off. This button is used to turn the metronome function on/off, Be sure to turn off the instrument after playing. and also to adjust the tempo, time signature (or beat), and volume settings. b MASTER VOLUME slider This slider controls the master volume level of the CA93/CA63 l PLAY/STOP button digital piano’s built-in speakers or headphones, if connected. This button is used to start/stop the playback
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Setting Up the Piano 1. Connectingthepowercabletotheinstrument CA93 CA63 Connect the included power cable to the ‘AC IN’ inlet located Connect the included power cable to the ‘AC IN’ inlet located on the back side of instrument in the bottom left corner. on the right hand side, towards the back of the instrument. 2. Connecting the power cable to an outlet 3. Turningonthe power Connect the instrument’s power cable to an AC outlet. Press the POWER SWITCH located on the right hand side of the fro
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Adjusting the Volume / Using Headphones Adjusting the volume The MASTER VOLUME slider controls the volume level of the instrument’s speakers, or headphones if connected. Move the slider up to increase the volume, and down to decrease the volume. Use this slider to set the volume to a comfortable listening In Increase crease level - the middle is often a good starting point. vo vol lu um me e Decrea Decrease se vo vol lu um me e Using headphones Use the jacks located beneath the keyboard on
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Selecting Sounds The CA93/CA63 digital piano features a wide selection of realistic instrument sounds suitable for various musical styles. Sounds are arranged into eight categories, with several sounds assigned to each category button. For a complete listing of sounds available on the CA93 & CA63 instruments, please refer to page 83 of this owner’s manual. By default, the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on. Selecting a sound Press the desir
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Using the Pedals As with a grand piano, the CA93/CA63 digital piano features three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft. Sof Soft t p pedal edal Sostenuto Sostenuto p pedal edal Sust Sustain ain p pe ed dal al Sustain pedal (right pedal) Sostenuto pedal (centre pedal) Depressing this pedal sustains the sound after one’s hands Depressing this pedal after playing the keyboard and before have been lifted from the keyboard - greatly enriching the releasing the keys, sustains the sound of only th
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hold Reverb Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall. The CA93/CA63 digital piano features five different reverb types. Reverb types Reverb type Description Room 1 Simulates the ambiance of a living room or small rehearsal room. Room 2 Simulates a larger room than Room 1. Stage Simulates the ambiance of a small hall or live stage. Hall 1 Simulates the ambiance of a concert hall or theater. Hall 2 Simulates a larger h
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hold Effects In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character and feeling of the instrument. The CA93/CA63 digital piano features seven effect types. Effect types Effect type Description Simulates the rich character of a vocal choir or string ensemble, by layering a slightly detuned version of Chorus the selected sound over the original, thus enriching the tonal character. Adds an echo to the selected sound. There are three types
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hold Adjusting Effect Settings It is also possible to adjust settings for each effect, further altering the tonal character of the selected sound. Effect settings and explanation Effect type Adjustable settings Explanation Depth Adjusts the depth (strength) of the Chorus effect. Chorus Speed Adjusts the speed of the Chorus effect. Depth Adjusts the depth (strength) of the Delay effect. Delay 1 / 2 / 3 Time Adjusts the time (length) of the Delay effect. Depth Adjusts the depth (strength) of the
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hold Dual Mode The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound. For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or an electric piano combined with a choir, etc. Entering dual mode Press and hold a SOUND SELECT button, then press another SOUND SELECT button. Pr Pre es ss s o on ne e b bu ut tt to on n, , t th he en n anot anothe her r The LED indicators for both buttons will turn on to indicate that the two sounds have been selected, and their na
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Split Mode The Split Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, allowing each section to be played with a different sound. For example, a bass sound in the lower section, and a piano sound in the upper section. Entering split mode Press the SPLIT button. The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will turn on to indicate that split mode has been enabled. In addition, the LED indicator for the upper section sound will also turn on, while the LED indicator for the for the lower secti
