Introduction Playing the Piano Music Menu CS10 Owner’s Manual Recorder Settings Appendix
Thank you for purchasing this Kawai Classic Series CS10 digital piano. This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the instrument’s usage and operation. Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference. About this Owner’s Manual Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Introduction section from page 10 of this owner’s manual.
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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Introduction Recorder Song Recorder (Internal memory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 1. Recording a song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 2. Playing a song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Settings (cont.) Settings (cont.) Virtual Technician Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 USB MIDI (USB to Host port) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 1. Touch Curve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 USB Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 User Touch Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 1.
Welcome to the Classic Series 1 Feature Highlights Grand Feel wooden-key action with Ivory Touch key surfaces and ‘Let-Off’ mechanism. The CS10 digital piano utilises Kawai’s latest Grand Feel wooden-key keyboard action, which draws upon 85 years of acoustic piano craftsmanship to provide an exceptionally realistic playing experience.
2 Owner’s Manual Conventions This owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the CS10 digital piano’s various functions. The examples below provide an overview of the button LED indicator states and press types, and the appearance of difference kinds of text. Introduction Button LED indicator states LED indicator off: Sound/Function is not selected. LED indicator on: Sound/Function is selected.
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a POWER switch i PLAY/STOP button This switch is used to turn the instrument on/off. Be sure to turn off the instrument after playing. This button is used to start/stop the playback of demonstration songs, Piano Music pieces, and Lesson and Finger Exercises, and to start/stop the recording and playback of recorder songs, and MP3/WAV audio files. i REC button b MASTER VOLUME knob This button is used to record performances to internal memory or a USB memory device as MP3/WAV audio files.
Setting Up the Piano 2. Connecting the power cable to an outlet Connect the included power cable to the ‘AC IN’ inlet located on the back side of instrument in the bottom left corner. Connect the instrument’s power cable to an AC outlet. Introduction 1. Connecting the power cable to the instrument 3. Turning on the power Press the POWER switch located on the right hand side of the front panel.
Adjusting the Volume / Using Headphones Adjusting the volume The MASTER VOLUME knob controls the volume level of the instrument’s speakers, or headphones if connected. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume, and anticlockwise to decrease the volume. * The MASTER VOLUME knob will not affect the volume level of the LINE OUT connectors. Decrease volume Introduction Use this knob to set the volume to a comfortable listening level - the middle is often a good starting point.
sectionthe Pedals Using As with a grand piano, the CS10 digital piano features three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft. Sustain pedal (right pedal) Depressing this pedal sustains the sound after one’s hands have been lifted from the keyboard - greatly enriching the piano sound, while also assisting smooth ‘legato’ passages. The sustain pedal is capable of responding to half pedaling.
section Sounds Selecting The CS10 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 available instrument sounds, please refer to page 123 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 desired SOUND button.
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 a church organ combined with a choir, etc. 1. Entering Dual mode Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, then press another SOUND button to select the layered sound.
Dual Mode settings The Dual Mode settings menu allows characteristics of the combined sound to be adjusted. Dual Mode settings Dual Mode setting Description Default setting Balance Adjust the volume balance between the main and layered sounds. 5:5 Layer Octave Shift Raise/lower the pitch of the layered sound in octave steps. 0 Dynamics Adjust the dynamic sensitivity of the layered sound relative to the main sound.
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. 1. Entering Split mode Press the FUNCTION button (SPLIT). The LED indicator for the FUNCTION button will turn on, and the Split Mode screen will be shown in the LCD display. LED indicator on: Upper section sound. * The default split point is set between keys B2 and C3.
3. Changing the split point Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the desired split key on the keyboard. The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new split point. ho ld Lower section Upper section Playing the Piano New split point Split Mode settings The Split Mode settings menu allows characteristics of the Split Mode sound and operation to be adjusted.
Four Hands Mode The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections in a similar way to that of the Split Mode function. However, with Four Hands Mode enabled, the octave/pitch of each section is automatically adjusted to create two separate 44-key instruments with the same playing range. Furthermore, the sustain (right) pedal and soft (left) pedal act as separate sustain pedals for the respective upper and lower sections, allowing two people to perform piano duets using a single instrument.
3. Changing the Four Hands mode split point Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the desired split key on the keyboard. The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the LCD display, and will become the new split point. ho ld Left section Right section Playing the Piano New split point Four Hands Mode settings The Four Hands Mode settings menu allows characteristics of the Four Hands Mode sound to be adjusted.
Reverb Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert hall. Some sound types, such as acoustic piano, enable reverb automatically in order to improve acoustic realism. The CS10 digital piano features six different reverb types. Playing the Piano Reverb types Reverb type Description Room Simulates the ambiance of a small rehearsal room. Lounge Simulates the ambience of piano lounge. Small Hall Simulates the ambiance of a small hall.
Entering the Reverb settings menu Press and hold the REVERB button. The Reverb settings menu will be shown in the LCD display. ld ho Adjusting Reverb settings After entering the Reverb settings menu: ef buttons: Adjust selected setting. Playing the Piano Press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor over the desired setting. Press the e or f buttons to adjust the selected setting. * To reset the current setting to the default value, press the FUNCTION button (RESET).
Effects In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character and feeling of the instrument. As with reverb, some sound types enable certain effects automatically in order to enhance tonal quality. The CS10 digital piano features 11 different effect types, with 4 combination effects, and 3 additional amplified effects.
Effect type Effect setting Description Classic Chorus Mono / Stereo Toggle between a Mono or Stereo effect. Speed Adjust the speed of the chorus. Dry / Wet Adjust the intensity of the tremolo. Speed Adjust the speed of the tremolo. Dry / Wet Adjust the intensity of the pan. Speed Adjust the speed of the pan. Dry / Wet Adjust the intensity of the phaser. Speed Adjust the speed of the phaser. Accel. Speed Adjust the acceleration speed between slow and fast modes.
Metronome / Drum Rhythms The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo. In addition to regular metronome beats, the CS10 digital piano also features a variety of drum rhythms to accompany most playing styles and musical genres. For a complete listing of available drum rhythms, please refer to page 126 of this owner’s manual. Turning the Metronome on/off Press the METRONOME button.
Adjusting Metronome settings After entering the Metronome settings menu: ef buttons: Adjust selected setting. Press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor over the desired setting. Press the e or f buttons to adjust the selected setting. * To reset the current setting to the default value, press the FUNCTION button (RESET). dc buttons: Move selection cursor.
Registration Memories The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound selections, split point, reverb and effect settings, and various other panel options) to be stored to a memory and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. There are two banks (‘A’ and ‘B’) for each registration button, allowing up to 16 different registration memories to be stored. Registrations can also be loaded from/saved to a USB memory device. Please refer to pages 108/112 for more information.
Storing a Registration memory Press and hold the REGISTRATION button. The eight registration memory buttons will start to flash. ld ho Press the or FUNCTION buttons to select the registration memory bank ‘A’ or ‘B’, then press a registration memory (SOUND) button. A beep will sound and the current instrument settings will be stored to the selected registration memory.
Demo Songs The Demo function provides an excellent introduction to the varied capabilities of CS10 digital piano. There are over 30 different demonstration songs available, highlighting the instruments’ rich selection of high quality sounds and its power speaker system. For a complete listing of demonstration songs, please refer to page 122 of this owner’s manual. Entering Demo mode Press the FUNCTION button (MUSIC).
Piano Music In addition to the sound demonstration songs, the CS10 digital piano also features a selection of popular classical piano works from the Baroque and Romantic periods. Notated scores are provided in the separate ‘Classical Piano Collection’ book*, assisting the musical appreciation and study of each piece. * Depending on market area. For a complete listing of Piano Music pieces, please refer to the separate ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet.
Lesson Function The Lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books and finger exercises. The left and right hand parts of each piece can be practiced separately*, adjusting the tempo to perfect difficult passages, before being recorded for self-evaluation. * When finger exercises are selected, the left and right hand part balance cannot be adjusted independently.
2 Listening to the selected lesson song This page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and change the playback position. 1. Playing the lesson song After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and a one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play. * If the first bar of the song begins on an ‘up’ beat (i.e. pickup notes), the first bar number will be shown as zero in the LCD display.
Lesson Function 3 Lesson Function settings The Lesson Function settings menu allows the left and right-hand part volumes of the current lesson song to be adjusted, allowing each part to be practiced separately. It is also possible to adjust the playback tempo of the current lesson song, allowing difficult passages to be practised more conveniently. Lesson Function settings Lesson Function setting Description Default setting Balance Adjust the volume balance between the left and right-hand parts.
4 Repeating sections of a lesson song The ‘A-B Loop’ feature of the Lesson Function allows sections of the selected lesson song to be ‘looped’ between two points in order to practise difficult passages continuously. 1. Playing the lesson song After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and a one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play. 2.
Lesson Function 5 Recording a lesson song practice The Lesson Function’s Record feature allows the left or right-hand parts of the selected lesson song to be recorded to internal memory, and then played back for self-evaluation. 1. Starting the lesson song recording After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the REC button. The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn on to indicate that recording mode is in use.
6 Finger Exercises The lesson function also includes a selection of finger exercises for practicing major and minor scales, arpeggios, chords, cadences, and Hanon exercises, with notated scores provided in the separate ‘Finger Exercises’ book. The CS10 digital piano can also evaluate one’s practice, analysing note accuracy, timing evenness, and note volume consistency, before displaying results for each category.
Concert Magic The Concert Magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 176 pre-programmed songs, then tapping the keyboard with a steady rhythm and tempo. For a complete listing of available Concert Magic songs, please refer to the separate ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet. 1 Performing a Concert Magic song The 176 Concert Magic songs are divided into banks ‘A’ and ‘B’, with each bank containing 88 songs. 1.
4. Changing the Concert Magic playback sound Press a SOUND button to change the sound used for the Concert Magic song (melody and accompaniment parts). It is also possible to select independent sounds for the melody and accompaniment parts: Press the FUNCTION button (SPLIT), to enable Concert Magic split mode. Press a SOUND button to change the melody sound. Press and hold the FUNCTION button (SPLIT), then press a SOUND button to change the accompaniment sound. ld ho 5.
Concert Magic 3 Concert Magic settings The Concert Magic settings menu allows the playback tempo, playing mode, and volume balance to be adjusted. Concert Magic settings Concert Magic setting Description Default setting Tempo Adjust the playback tempo of the Concert Magic song in beats per minute (BPM). Song specific Mode Change the Concert Magic playing mode (see below). Normal Balance Adjust the volume balance between the melody and accompaniment parts.
4 Concert Magic song arrangement types Concert Magic songs are divided into three different arrangement types, each requiring a different level of skill to be performed correctly. * The Concert Magic arrangement type is for each song is indicated in the ‘Internal Song Lists’ booklet as ‘EB’, ‘MP’, or ‘SK’. Easy Beat EB These are the easiest songs to play. To perform them, simply tap out a constant steady beat on any key on the keyboard.
Song Recorder (Internal Memory) The CS10 digital piano allows up to 10 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. Each song consists of two separate tracks - referred to as ‘parts’ - that can be recorded and played back independently. This allows the left-hand part of a song to be recorded first on one track, and the righthand part to be recorded later on the other track. 1 Recording a song 1. Entering song recorder mode Press the REC button.
4. Stopping the song recorder Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and REC buttons will turn off, the recorder will stop, and the part/song will be stored in internal memory. After a few seconds, the Internal Song Player screen will be shown in the LCD display, indicating that the song is ready for playback. Stopped Seek bar * The maximum recording capacity is approximately 90,000 notes, with button and pedal presses also counted as one note.
Song Recorder (Internal Memory) 2 Playing a song This function is used to playback recorder songs stored in internal memory. To playback a song/part immediately after recording, start this process from step 2. 1. Entering song play mode Press the PLAY/STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and the Internal Player screen will be shown in the LCD display. Stopped Seek bar * If a USB memory device is connected, press the (INT) to select the internal song recorder. 2.
3 Internal Player Edit menu The Internal Player Edit menu features transpose settings that allow the pitch of the keyboard or song to be adjusted in semi-tone steps. This menu also includes functions to delete the song, or convert the song to an audio file. Internal Player menu Internal Player function Description Default setting Key Transpose Raise or lower the pitch of the keyboard in semi-tone steps. 0 (C) Song Transpose Raise or lower the pitch of the recorder song in semi-tone steps.
Song Recorder (Internal Memory) 4 Erasing a part/song This function is used to erase recorder parts that may have been recorded incorrectly or songs that are no longer listened to. Once a part/song has been erased from memory it cannot be recovered. 1. Selecting the Erase function After entering the Internal Player menu (see page 47): Press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor over the Erase function. dc buttons: Move selection cursor. Press the function.
5 Converting a song to an audio file This function allows recorder songs stored in internal memory to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file to a USB device in either MP3 or WAV format. 1. Selecting the Convert to Audio function After entering the Internal Player menu (see page 47): Press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor over the Convert to Audio function. dc buttons: Move selection cursor. Press the FUNCTION button (ENTER) to select the Convert to Audio function. 2.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 1 Recording a MP3/WAV audio file The CS10 digital piano is also capable of recording performances as digital audio - saving the data to a USB memory device in either MP3 or WAV format. This useful function allows professional quality recordings to be produced directly on the instrument - without the need for additional sound equipment - then emailed to friends and family, listened to away from the instrument, or edited and remixed further using an audio workstation.
3. Starting the USB recorder Press a key on the keyboard, or the PLAY/STOP button. or The LED indicators for the REC and PLAY/STOP buttons will turn on, and recording will start. The current recording time will also be shown in the LCD display. Recording Time * Pressing the PLAY/STOP button allows a rest period or empty bar to be inserted at the beginning of the song. * Press the METRONOME button before or during the recording to turn on the metronome.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 2 Playing an MP3/WAV audio file The CS10 digital piano is also capable of playing MP3 and WAV audio files stored on a USB memory device directly through the instrument’s speaker system. This function is particularly useful when attempting to learn the chords or melody to a new piece, or to simply play along with one’s favorite song. Audio Player supported format specifications Audio format Specifications Bitrate MP3 32 kHz/44.
2. Selecting an audio file Press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor, then press the FUNCTION button (SELECT) to select the audio file. The audio play screen will be shown in the LCD display. 3. Playing the selected audio file Press the PLAY/STOP button. The selected audio file will start to play, and information about the file will be shown in the LCD display. Audio file, artist/song Playback volume Playing position * If the selected audio file contains embedded metadata (e.g.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 3 Playing a MIDI song file The CS10 digital piano also supports the playback of Standard MIDI File (SMF) files and CS10 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device, allowing a vast selection of widely accessible music to be heard through the instrument’s exquisite Harmonic Imaging XL sound engine.
2. Selecting a MIDI file Press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor, then press the FUNCTION button (SELECT) to select the MIDI file. The MIDI play screen will be shown in the LCD display. 3. Playing the selected MIDI file Press the PLAY/STOP button. The selected MIDI file will start to play, and information about the file will be shown in the LCD display.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 4 USB Player Edit menu The USB Player Edit menu allows the playback mode of the audio/MIDI file to be changed to one of four types. This menu also features settings to adjust the MIDI song playback tempo, and to transpose the pitch of the keyboard or MIDI song in semi-tone steps. USB Player menu USB Player function Description Default setting Play Mode Change the audio/MIDI file playback mode (see below).
5 Converting a MIDI song file to an MP3/WAV audio file This function allows MIDI files or CS10 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device to be played back and saved (converted) as an audio file (to the USB device) in either MP3 or WAV format. 1. Selecting the MIDI song to be converted While the Song Browser Player screen is shown in the LCD display: Press the d or c buttons to move the selection cursor over the desired MIDI file, then press the REC button.
Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory) 6 Overdubbing a MP3/WAV audio file This function allows the sound of the CS10 to be recorded (overdubbed) to an existing MP3 or WAV audio file. In addition, the CS10 digital piano also supports mixing the LINE IN audio with the overdubbed MP3/WAV file. * This function records/overdubs to a copy of the selected file - the original audio file will not be modified. 1.
Function menus The Function menus contain a variety of options to adjust the CS10 digital piano’s operation and sound. Settings are grouped by category, providing convenient access to relevant controls. Once adjusted, settings can be stored to one of the instrument’s 16 registration memories, or selected as the default power-on settings with the User Memory function (page 74). Entering the Function menus While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the LCD display: Press the FUNCTION button (EDIT).
Basic Settings The Basic Settings menu contains settings to adjust the pitch, tuning, and general sound of the instrument. This menu also allows favourite panel settings to be stored, or reset back to the original factory configuration. Basic Settings No. Setting Description Default setting 1 Key Transpose Raise or lower the pitch of the keyboard in semi-tone steps. 0 (C) 2 Song Transpose Raise or lower the pitch of the recorder/MIDI song in semi-tone steps.
1 Key Transpose The Key Transpose setting allows the pitch of the CS10 digital piano keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone steps. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for different keys, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another key. When transposed, the song can be played in the original key, yet heard in a different key. 1.
Basic Settings 2 Song Transpose The Song Transpose setting allows the pitch of MIDI files or CS10 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device to be raised or lowered in semi-tone steps when played back. 1. Selecting the Song Transpose setting After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 60): Press the d or c buttons to select the Song Transpose setting. 2. Adjusting the Song Transpose value Press the e or f buttons to increase or decrease the value of the Song Transpose setting.
3 Tone Control The Tone Control setting allows the overall sound character of the CS10 digital piano to be adjusted to provide the best sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are five different preset EQ settings available, with an additional ‘User’ setting allowing finer control over the different frequency bands. Tone Control setting Tone Control type Description Off (default) Tone control adjustment is not applied.
Basic Settings User Tone Control The User Tone Control option allows finer control over the instrument’s sound character, allowing the volume of four frequency bands to be adjusted individually. It is also possible to adjust the frequency range of the mid-low and mid-high frequency bands. User Tone Control setting No. User Tone Control Description 1 Low Adjusts the volume of the low range frequency band (20 - 100 Hz). 2 Mid-low dB Adjusts the volume of the mid-low range frequency band.
4 Speaker Volume The Speaker Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the CS10 digital piano’s speaker output to be reduced, providing finer adjustment control over the master volume. This setting can also function as a volume limiter, preventing the instrument from being played too loudly in the home or classroom etc. * This setting does not affect the headphones or Line Out volume.
Basic Settings 5 Phones Volume The Phones Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the headphones output to be increased. The default setting for Phones Volume is ‘Normal’ in order to protect an individual’s ears from excessive volume levels. The ‘High’ setting may be selected when using headphones with a high impedance, or in situations where it is desirable to increase the maximum volume level of the headphones output. * This setting does not affect the speaker or Line Out volume.
6 Line In Level The Line In Level setting allows the volume level of the CS10 digital piano’s Line In input jacks to be adjusted. This setting may be useful when using the USB Recorder function and attempting to balance an external audio source with the instrument’s sound. * The Line In Level can also be adjusted by using the LEVEL knob, located on the jack panel. Please refer to page 119 for more information. 1.
Basic Settings 7 Line Out Volume The Line Out Volume setting allows the level of the instrument’s Line Out output to be adjusted. This setting may be useful when connecting the CS10 digital piano to mixers and other audio equipment. * This setting does not affect the speaker or headphone volume. 1. Selecting the Line Out Volume setting After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 60): Press the d or c buttons to select the Line Out Volume setting. 2.
8 Wall EQ The Wall EQ setting optimises the sound character of the soundboard speaker depending on whether the CS10 digital piano (back) is placed beside a wall, or in an area away from a wall. * This setting does not affect the headphones or Line Out output. Wall EQ setting Wall EQ Description Off (default) Optimise the speaker system for placing the CS10 digital piano in an area away from a wall. On Optimise the speaker for placing the CS10 digital piano beside a wall. 1.
Basic Settings 9 Tuning The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the CS10 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments. 1. Selecting the Tuning setting After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 60): Press the d or c buttons to select the Tuning setting. 2. Adjusting the Tuning value Press the e or f buttons to increase or decrease the value of the Tuning setting.
10 Damper Hold The Damper Hold setting is used to determine whether sounds such as organ or strings should be sustained continuously when the sustain (damper) pedal is pressed, or whether these sounds should decay, naturally. Damper Hold setting Damper Hold Description Off (default) Organ, strings, etc. sounds will gradually decay, even while the sustain pedal is pressed. On Organ, strings, etc. sounds will be sustained continuously while the sustain pedal is pressed. 1.
Basic Settings 11 Four Hands The Four Hands setting provides an alternative method to enabling the Four Hands Mode function, and may prove useful in teaching environments or situations where the function should be enabled automatically every time the CS10 digital piano is turned on. When enabled, all Four Hands Mode control operations are identical to those explained on page 22. Four Hands setting Four Hands Description Off (default) Four Hands Mode will be turned off by default.
12 LCD Contrast The LCD Contrast setting is used to adjust the contrast of the LCD display. The contrast of the display becomes sharper as the value increases. 1. Selecting the LCD Contrast setting After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 60): Press the d or c buttons to select the LCD Contrast setting. 2. Adjusting the LCD Contrast value Press the e or f buttons to increase or decrease the value of the LCD Contrast setting. * The LCD Contrast value can be adjusted within the range of 0 - 10.
Basic Settings 13 User Memory The User Memory function allows preferred panel functions/settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and automatically recalled as the default settings every time the CS10 digital piano is turned on. * User Memory settings can also be saved to and loaded from USB memory devices. Please refer to pages 109/113 for more information.
14 Factory Reset The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the User Memory function, restoring the CS10 digital piano to its factory default settings. * This function will not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory. 1. Selecting the Factory Reset function After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 60): Press the d or c buttons to select the Factory Reset setting. 2. Restoring factory settings Press the REC button.
Virtual Technician Settings An experienced piano technician is essential to fully realise the potential of a fine acoustic piano. In addition to meticulously tuning each note, the technician also performs numerous regulation and voicing adjustments that allow the instrument to truly sing. The Virtual Technician settings of the CS10 digital piano simulate these refinements digitally, allowing performers to shape various aspects of the instrument’s character to suit their personal preferences.
1 Touch Curve As with an acoustic piano, the CS10 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with force, and a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation to the strength and speed of playing – on a digital piano this system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’. The Touch Curve setting allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be conveniently adjusted.
Virtual Technician Settings 1 Touch Curve (cont.) 1. Selecting the Touch Curve setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 76): Press the d or c buttons to select the Touch Curve setting. 2. Changing the Touch Curve type Press the e or f buttons to cycle through the different Touch Curve types. * To reset the Touch Curve setting to the default type, press the FUNCTION button (RESET). * Any changes made to the Touch Curve type or User Touch setting will remain until the power is turned off.
2 Voicing The Voicing setting allows the tonal character of the CS10 digital piano to be set to one of six different types. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. Voicing types Voicing type Description Normal (default) The normal tonal character of an acoustic piano throughout the entire dynamic range. Mellow 1 A softer, more mellow tonal character throughout the entire dynamic range. Mellow 2 An even soften tonal character than Mellow 1.
Virtual Technician Settings 3 Damper Resonance Pressing the damper pedal of an acoustic piano raises all dampers, allowing the strings to vibrate freely. When a note or chord is played on the piano with the sustain pedal pressed, not only will the strings of the notes played vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance. The CS10 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance sound to be adjusted.
4 Damper Noise When the damper pedal of an acoustic piano is pressed and released, it is often possible to hear the sound of the damper head touching and releasing the strings. The CS10 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only. 1.
Virtual Technician Settings 5 String Resonance String Resonance refers to a phenomenon that exists in acoustic pianos whereby the strings of held notes resonate ‘sympathetically’ with other notes of the same harmonic series. The CS10 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the String Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance to be adjusted. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.
6 Key-off Effect When playing an acoustic piano – particularly in the bass region of the keyboard – if a key is played with force and released quickly, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the damper touching the strings immediately before the vibrations are stopped. In addition, the speed at which keys are lifted will also affect the character of the sound. For example, when lifting the keys quickly (e.g.
Virtual Technician Settings 7 Fall-back Noise When playing an acoustic piano, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the keyboard action returning (i.e. ‘falling back’) to the neutral position after a key is released. The CS10 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be adjusted. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano and harpsichord sounds. 1.
8 Hammer Delay When playing pianissimo passages using an acoustic piano, there may be a perceived delay between a key being pressed and the hammer striking the strings. If desired, the CS10 digital piano can recreate this delay, with the Hammer Delay setting allowing the delay length to be adjusted. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only. 1.
Virtual Technician Settings 9 Topboard When playing an acoustic grand piano, the position of the instrument’s topboard (lid) affects both the volume and ‘openness’ of the tone produced. A fully open topboard allows sound waves to reflect off the polished lid surface and project into the room, while a closed lid has the opposite effect, resulting in a darker, more opaque tone. The CS10 digital piano attempts to simulate these characteristics, with four different topboard positions.
10 Decay Time When playing an acoustic grand piano, the length of the instrument influences the speed at which held notes decay, with longer grand pianos (i.e. longer strings) characterised by longer decay times. The CS10 digital piano attempts to simulate this characteristic, with the Decay Time setting allowing the length of decay while keys are pressed to be adjusted. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. 1.
Virtual Technician Settings 11 Minimum Touch The Minimum Touch setting allows the minimum key velocity required to produce a sound to be adjusted. By default, this setting attempts to recreate the extremely fine touch sensitivity of a concert grand piano, allowing a very soft sound to be produced with the slightest of key touches. However, it may be desirable to reduce this sensitivity, when wishing to recreate the sensitivity of a small grand piano or an upright piano.
12 Stretch Tuning Stretch tuning is a piano-specific tuning method in which the tuning for the lower notes is slightly lower and the tuning for the higher notes is slightly higher than the settings made in the Equal temperament. The Stretch Tuning setting allows the degree of stretch tuning to be adjusted when Equal (piano) or Equal temperament are selected. It is also possible to create custom tuning methods using one of the four User types. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds.
Virtual Technician Settings User Tuning The User Tuning function allows each of the 88-keys to be tuned individually. 1. Selecting the User Tuning memory After selecting the Stretch Tuning setting (page 89): Press the e or f buttons to select one of the User Tuning memories. * Up to four different User Tuning memories can be created and stored. Press the FUNCTION button (EDIT). The User Tuning screen will be shown in the LCD display. 2.
13 Temperament The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the CS10 digital piano to be changed from the modern ‘Equal Temperament’ standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. It is also possible to create customised temperaments using the User Temperaments function. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. Temperament types Temperament type Description Equal Temperament (piano) This is the default temperament.
Virtual Technician Settings User Temperament The User Temperament setting allows custom temperaments to be created. 1. Selecting the User Temperament After selecting the Temperament setting (page 91): Press the e or f buttons to select the User temperament, then press the FUNCTION button (EDIT). The User Temperament screen will be shown in the LCD display. 2. Selecting the note, adjusting the user temperament value Press the d or c buttons to select the desired note to be adjusted.
14 Temperament Key The Temperament Key setting allows the key of the selected temperament to be specified. When using a temperament other than Equal temperament, use this setting to specify the key signature of the piece. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. 1. Selecting the Temperament Key setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 76): Press the d or c buttons to select the Temperament Key setting. 2.
Virtual Technician Settings 15 User Key Volume The User Key Volume settings allows the volume of each of the 88-keys to be adjusted individually. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. 1. Selecting the User Key Volume setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 76): Press the d or c buttons to select the User Key Volume setting. 2. Selecting the User Key Volume memory Press the e or f buttons to select one of the User Key Volume memories.
16 Half-Pedal Adjust The Half-Pedal Adjust setting allows the point at which the damper/sustain pedal becomes effective (i.e. when the dampers of the piano begin to lift from the strings) to be adjusted. This setting may be useful for pianists that habitually rest their right foot on the damper/sustain pedal, but do not necessarily wish to sustain the sound. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. 1.
Virtual Technician Settings 17 Soft Pedal Depth The Soft Pedal Depth setting adjusts the effectiveness (i.e. depth/strength) of the soft pedal. * This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds. 1. Selecting the Soft Pedal Depth setting After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 76): Press the d or c buttons to select the Soft Pedal Depth setting. 2. Adjusting the Soft Pedal Depth value Press the e or f buttons to increase or decrease the value of the Soft Pedal Depth setting.
MIDI Settings MIDI Overview The term MIDI is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, an international standard for connecting musical instruments, computers, and other devices to allow the exchange of performance data. MIDI Terminals MIDI terminal Function MIDI IN Receiving note, program change, and other data. MIDI OUT Sending note, program change, and other data. MIDI channels MIDI uses channels to exchange data back and forth between MIDI devices.
MIDI Settings MIDI Functions The CS10 digital piano supports the following MIDI functions: Transmit/receive note information Transmit/receive program change information Transmit/receive note information to/from a MIDI-connected musical instrument or device. Transmit/receive program change data to/from a MIDIconnected musical instrument or device. Transmit/receive channel settings Transmit/receive pedal data Specify transmit/receive channels within the range of 1 to 16.
1 MIDI Channel The MIDI Channel setting allows the transmit/receive channel to be specified. The selected channel will function as both the transmit and receive channel (separate transmit/receive channels cannot be specified). 1. Selecting the MIDI Channel setting After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 98): Press the d or c buttons to select the MIDI Channel setting. 2. Changing the MIDI Channel value Press the e or f buttons to increase or decrease the value of the MIDI Channel setting.
MIDI Settings 2 Send Program Change Number The Send Program Change Number function is used to send a Program Change Number (1-128) to the connected MIDI device. 1. Selecting the Send Program Change Number function After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 98): Press the d or c buttons to select the Send Program Change Number function. 2. Specifying and transmitting a Program Change Number Press the e or f buttons to decrease or increase the Program Change Number.
3 Local Control The Local Control setting determines whether the instrument will play an internal sound when the keys are pressed. This setting may be useful when using the CS10 digital piano to control an external MIDI device that is connected to the instrument’s amplifier/speakers. Local Control setting Local Control Description Off The instrument will transmit information to an external MIDI device only.
MIDI Settings 4 Transmit Program Change Numbers The Transmit Program Change Numbers setting determines whether the CS10 digital piano will transmit program change information via MIDI when the instrument’s panel buttons are pressed. Transmit Program Change Numbers setting Transmit PGM# Multi-timbral setting Effect of pressing panel buttons On (default) Off, On1 SOUND buttons will send PGM# shown in the left column*. On On2 SOUND buttons will send PGM# shown in the right column*.
5 Multi-timbral Mode The Multi-timbral Mode setting determines whether or not the CS10 digital piano is able to receive MIDI information on more than one MIDI channel simultaneously. This allows the instrument to play back multi-track, multi-timbral performance data sent from an external MIDI device. Multi-timbral Mode setting Multi-timbral Mode Selected sound Off The sound shown in the left column is selected*. On1 (default) The sound shown in the left column is selected*.
MIDI Settings 6 Channel Mute The Channel Mute setting determines which MIDI channels (1-16) are activated to receive MIDI information when Multi-timbral mode is enabled. * This setting is only available when the Multi-timbral Mode setting is set to ‘On1’ or ‘On2’. 1. Selecting the Channel Mute setting After entering the MIDI Settings menu (page 98): Press the d or c buttons to select the Channel Mute setting. Press the FUNCTION button (EDIT).
USB MIDI (USB to Host connector) The CS10 digital piano features a ‘USB to Host’ type connector, allowing the instrument to be connected to a computer using an inexpensive USB cable and utilised as a MIDI device. Depending on the type of computer and operating system installed, additional driver software may be required for USB MIDI communication to function correctly.
USB Menu The USB Menu contains functions to load/save registration memories and recorder songs from/to a USB memory device. This menu also allows files to be renamed and deleted, and for the USB memory device to be formatted. USB Menu functions No. Function Description 1 Load Song Load a recorder song from a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. 2 Load Registrations Load registration memories from a USB memory device into the instrument.
1 Load Song The Load Song function is used to load CS10 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory. * This function will overwrite any song data stored in the selected song memory. * For more information about the instrument’s ‘Internal Song Recorder’ feature, please refer to page 44. 1. Selecting the Load Song function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Load Song function. 2.
USB Menu 2 Load Registrations The Load Registrations function is used to load a CS10 registration file stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s registration memories. * This function will overwrite all existing Registration memories. * For more information about the instrument’s Registration feature, please refer to page 30. 1. Selecting the Load Registrations function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Load Registrations function.
3 Load User Memory The Load User Memory function is used to load a CS10 user memory setting file stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s User Memory. The loaded settings will be used as the default settings every time the CS10 digital piano is turned on. * This function will overwrite the previously stored User Memory settings. * For more information about the instrument’s User Memory feature, please refer to page 74. 1.
USB Menu 4 Save Song The Save Song function is used to save CS10 recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device in Kawai’s native song format. * For more information about the instrument’s ‘Internal Song Recorder’ feature, please refer to page 44. 1. Selecting the Save Song function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Save Song function. 2.
5 Save SMF Song The Save SMF Song function is used to save CS10 recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device as a Standard MIDI File (SMF). * For more information about the instrument’s ‘Internal Song Recorder’ feature, please refer to page 44. 1. Selecting the Save SMF Song function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Save SMF Song function. 2.
USB Menu 6 Save Registrations The Save Registrations function is used to save CS10 registration memories stored in the instrument to a USB memory device. * For more information about the instrument’s ‘Registration’ feature, please refer to page 30. 1. Selecting the Save Registrations function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Save Registrations function. Press the FUNCTION button (ENTER). The filename input screen will be shown in the LCD display. 2.
7 Save User Memory The Save User Memory function is used to save the current CS10 User Memory settings to a USB memory device. * For more information about the instrument’s ‘User Memory’ feature, please refer to page 74. 1. Selecting the Save User Memory function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Save User Memory function. Press the FUNCTION button (ENTER). The filename input screen will be shown in the LCD display. 2.
USB Menu 8 Rename File The Rename File function is used to rename song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device. 1. Selecting the Rename File function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Rename File function. Press the FUNCTION button (ENTER). The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display, listing files stored on the USB memory device. 2.
9 Delete File The Delete File function is used to delete song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device. Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered. 1. Selecting the Delete File function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Delete File function. Press the FUNCTION button (ENTER). The file selection screen will be shown in the LCD display, listing files stored on the USB memory device. 2.
USB Menu 10 Format USB The Format USB function is used to format the connected USB memory device, erasing all stored data. The USB Format function will erase all data stored on the connected USB memory device. Exercise caution when using this function in order to prevent accidental data loss. 1. Selecting the Format USB function After entering the USB Menu (page 106): Press the d or c buttons to select the Format USB function. Press the FUNCTION button (ENTER).
Power Settings Auto Power Off The CS10 digital piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specified period of inactivity. * This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on. Auto Power Off settings Auto Power Off Description Off The Auto Power Off function is disabled. 30 min. The instrument will turn off automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity. 60 min.
Connecting to Other Devices The CS10 digital piano features a variety of jacks that allow the instrument to be connected to MIDI devices, computers, speakers, and mixers. It is also possible to connect external audio sources, such as an MP3 player, tablet, or a secondary keyboard, to the instrument’s amplifier and speaker system. The illustration below provides a visual overview of the connectors and their typical applications.
Jack Panel LINE IN jacks (1/4” phone jack) LINE OUT jacks (1/4” phone jack) These jacks are used to connect a pair of stereo outputs from other electronic instruments or audio equipment to the CS10 digital piano’s speakers. The input level signal from these jacks can be adjusted using the LEVEL knob, or by adjusting the volume of the connected device.
Troubleshooting The tables below summarise issues that may be experienced with the CS10 digital piano, explaining the typical cause(s), and recommended solution(s). Power Issue Possible Cause and Solution Page no. The instrument does not turn on. Check that the power cable is firmly attached to the instrument, and connected to an AC outlet. p. 14 The instrument turns itself off after a period of inactivity. Check that the ‘Auto Power Off’ function is not enabled. p.
Headphones Issue The headphone volume is too low. Possible Cause and Solution If the ‘Nominal Impedance’ specification of the headphones is less than 100 Ω (ohms), set the ‘Phones Volume’ setting in the Basic Settings menu to High. Page no. p. 66 USB (memory device) Issue Possible Cause and Solution Page no. A USB memory device is not detected, cannot be saved to, or does not appear to function when connected to the ‘USB to Device’ port.
sectionSong List Demo Sound Name Song Title Composer Polonaise-Fantaisie Chopin Concert Grand 2 Petit chien Chopin Studio Grand Original Kawai Studio Grand 2 Original Kawai Mellow Grand Sonata No.30 Op.109 Beethoven Mellow Grand 2 La Fille aux Cheveux de lin Debussy Pop Piano Original Kawai Upright Piano Alpenglühen Op.193 Oesten Modern Piano Original Kawai Rock Piano Original Kawai New Age Piano Original Kawai Classic E.Piano Original Kawai Modern E.P.
PIANO 1 HARPSI & MALLETS Concert Grand Harpsichord Concert Grand 2 Harpsichord Oct Studio Grand Vibraphone Studio Grand 2 Clavi Mellow Grand Marimba Mellow Grand 2 Celesta Jazz Grand Harpsichord 2 Jazz Grand 2 Bell Split PIANO 2 STRINGS Pop Piano Slow Strings Pop Piano 2 String Pad Upright Piano Warm Strings Modern Piano String Ensemble Rock Piano Soft Orchestra Honky Tonk Chamber Strings New Age Piano Harp New Age Piano 2 Pizzicato Str. E. PIANO VOCAL & PAD Classic E.
Program Change Number List Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Sound Name Multi-timbral mode = on2 Bank Program Number Program Number Concert Grand 1 1 121 0 Concert Grand 2 2 1 95 16 Studio Grand 3 1 121 1 Studio Grand 2 4 1 95 17 Mellow Grand 5 1 121 2 Mellow Grand 2 6 1 95 18 Jazz Grand 7 1 95 8 Jazz Grand 2 8 1 95 19 Pop Piano 9 2 95 10 Pop Piano 2 10 2 95 13 Upright Piano 11 1 95 25 Modern Piano 12 2 121 0 Rock Piano 13 2 121 1 Honky Tonk 1
Multi-timbral mode = off/on1 Sound Name Program Number Multi-timbral mode = on2 Program Number Bank MSB LSB HARPSI & MALLETS Harpsichord 41 7 121 0 Harpsichord Oct 42 7 121 1 Vibraphone 43 12 121 0 Clavi 44 8 121 0 Marimba 45 13 121 0 Celesta 46 9 95 1 Harpsichord 2 47 7 121 3 Bell Split 48 15 95 5 Slow Strings 49 45 95 1 String Pad 50 49 95 8 STRINGS Warm Strings 51 49 95 1 String Ensemble 52 49 121 0 Soft Orchestra 53 50 95 1 Chamber S
Drum Rhythm List Appendix No. 126 Rhythm Name No.
section Specifications Kawai CS10 Digital Piano Sound Source Internal Sounds Polyphony Keyboard Modes 88 wooden keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces Grand Feel (GF) action with Let-Off Harmonic Imaging™ XL (HI-XL), 88-key piano sampling 80 voices max.
section MIDI Exclusive Data Format 1st byte 2nd byte 3rd byte 4th byte 5th byte 6th byte 7th byte 8th byte 9th byte 10th byte 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Byte ID Description 1 F0 Start code 2 40 Kawai ID number 3 00 - 0F MIDI channel 4 10, 30 Function code (30 when setting Multi-timbre On/Off) 5 04 Indicates that the instrument is an electric piano 6 02 Indicates that the piano is a CA/ES model 7 data 1 8 data 2 See table below 9 data 3 Appendix 10 F7 128 End code data 1
MIDI Implementation Chart Kawai CS10 digital piano Date : December 2012 - Version : 1.
Appendix User Notes 130
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