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If you can’t find the included accessories for your Casio Synthesizer, carefully check inside all of the packing materials.
What to do if my Casio Synthesizer power does not turn on?
If your Casio Synthesizer isn't turning on, first check the AC adapter or ensure the batteries are correctly installed. If that doesn't work, replace the batteries with new ones, or try using the AC adapter for power.
What to do if nothing happens when I press a key on my Casio Synthesizer?
If nothing happens when you press a key on your Casio Synthesizer, try the following: * Adjust the volume level. * Make sure nothing is plugged into the PHONES/OUTPUT jack on the back. * Try turning the Digital Keyboard off and then back on again to initialize settings.
What to do if the metronome doesn’t sound on my Casio Casiotone LK-S450?
If the metronome isn't sounding on your Casio Synthesizer, check and adjust the metronome volume level. You can also try turning the Digital Keyboard off and then back on again to initialize settings.
What to do if my Casio Casiotone LK-S450 display keeps flickering?
If the display on your Casio Synthesizer is flickering or going dark, try replacing the batteries with new ones or use an AC adapter.
What to do if notes keep sounding without stopping on my Casio Synthesizer?
If notes keep sounding without stopping on your Casio Synthesizer, try turning it off and then back on again to initialize settings. Also, try replacing the batteries with new ones or use an AC adapter.
Why are some notes cut off while playing on my Casio Casiotone LK-S450?
This happens on your Casio Synthesizer whenever the number of notes being sounded exceeds the maximum polyphony value of 48 (24 for some tones).
Why does nothing happen when playing accompaniment keyboard on my Casio Casiotone LK-S450 Synthesizer?
If nothing happens or notes don't play normally when you play on the accompaniment (left-side) keyboard on your Casio Synthesizer, press ACCMP to disable chord play with the accompaniment keyboard.
Why do sounds skip in EASY Mode on my Casio Casiotone LK-S450 Synthesizer?
In EASY Mode on your Casio Synthesizer, play on the keyboard following the timing of the keys that light up. Pressing multiple keys simultaneously at the wrong timing can make sounds seem like they are skipping.
Why does my Casio Casiotone LK-S450 Synthesizer revert to default settings on startup?
Your Casio Synthesizer reverts to its initial defaults because turning the power off and then back on again initializes the settings.
General| Keys | 61 |
|---|---|
| Polyphony | 48 |
| Rhythms | 200 |
| Display | LCD |
| Power Supply | AC adapter or 6 AA batteries |
| Dimensions | 930 x 258 x 84 mm |
| Touch Response | 3 sensitivity levels, off |
| Lesson Function | Yes |
| Metronome | Yes |
| MIDI | Yes |
| Amplifier Output | 2.5W + 2.5W |
| Power Consumption | 5.5W |
| Tones | 600 |
| Connectivity | USB, Audio In, Headphone Jack |
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus |
| Song Bank | 160 |
| Key Transpose | -12 to +12 semitones |
| Tuning Control | A4 = 415.5 – 465.9 Hz |
| Speakers | (13cm x 6cm) x 2 |
| Sound Source | AHL Sound Source |
| Scales | 17 preset scales |
Explains the layout and functions of the keyboard's front panel controls and displays.
Details the input/output jacks, ports, and power connections on the rear of the keyboard.
Instructions for using the AC adapter or loading batteries for power.
Guide to setting up the music stand by inserting its legs into the back of the keyboard.
How to connect headphones to the PHONES/OUTPUT jack for private practice.
Instructions for connecting a pedal unit to the PEDAL jack for sustain and other functions.
Guide to connecting a dynamic microphone to the MIC IN jack.
How to connect the optional adapter for Bluetooth MIDI and audio functionality.
Instructions for securely attaching a strap to the digital keyboard using strap pins.
Explanation of the various elements and information displayed on the LCD screen.
The main screen for tone selection and accessing various settings.
Details the context-sensitive operations assigned to the five buttons below the display.
Procedure to adjust the duration required for a button to register a long press.
Explanation of how to use the rotary dial for selecting values and items.
Step-by-step guide to navigating and selecting functions from the menu.
Instructions on how to turn off the keyboard's key illumination feature.
Procedures for entering text for naming setups and files.
Steps for powering the digital keyboard on and off.
How to disable the function that automatically turns off power.
Procedure to disable the alert that reminds you the power is on.
How to control the main output volume using the VOLUME knob.
Guide to using the metronome for tempo practice.
Adjusting the depth of reverb applied to microphone input.
How to play the keyboard's built-in demonstration songs.
How to choose from the keyboard's wide variety of instrument sounds.
Adjusting how key pressure affects tone volume for expressive playing.
How to assign and use pedal functions like sustain or sostenuto.
How to enable and adjust the sustain effect for notes.
Adding reverberation effects to enhance the sound.
Applying chorus effects to add depth and breadth to notes.
Enabling the surround effect for a more immersive sound.
Combining or splitting the keyboard into multiple sound layers or ranges.
Adjusting the volume mix between keyboard and rhythm parts.
Raising or lowering pitch in octave increments for different parts.
Raising or lowering the overall pitch in semitone steps.
Adjusting the overall pitch frequency of the A4 note.
Applying different musical scales for tuning (e.g., equal, Pythagorean).
Adjusting sound frequencies to boost or cut specific components.
How to save current keyboard settings (tone, rhythm, etc.) to memory.
How to load previously saved settings from memory.
Setting to automatically recall saved settings when the keyboard is turned on.
How to change the name of a saved setup.
How to remove saved setups from memory.
Introduction to the features for playing built-in songs.
Basic operations for starting and stopping song playback.
Navigating through songs during playback using FF and REW buttons.
Adjusting the playback speed of a song for practice.
Controlling the playback volume level of songs.
Selecting or changing the keyboard tone during song playback.
How to play MIDI files stored on a USB flash drive.
Synchronizing the keyboard tone with the tone used in the song.
Turning off right-hand, left-hand, or both parts for practice.
Setting up count-in options (Count or Pre-count) before song playback.
Loading and playing user songs from USB flash drive memory.
How to remove user songs from the keyboard's memory.
Setting MIDI channels for SMF karaoke songs.
Connecting and using a microphone to sing along with songs.
Setting MIDI channels for SMF user songs used in karaoke.
Overview of the keyboard's lesson features to help master songs.
Simplified lesson mode allowing any key press to match the music.
Detailed guided lesson playback with timing and note guidance.
Evaluating your performance without guidance, followed by a score.
Repeating specific sections of a song for focused practice.
Turning off the voice prompts that guide fingering during lessons.
Turning off the audible guidance for correct notes during lessons.
Turning off the performance scoring feature at the end of lessons.
Introduction to selecting and using the keyboard's built-in rhythm patterns.
How to start, stop, and play the selected rhythm patterns.
Adjusting the speed (tempo) of the rhythm pattern.
Adjusting the volume level of the rhythm accompaniment.
Selecting or changing the keyboard tone while a rhythm is active.
Applying preset tone and tempo settings suitable for a rhythm pattern.
Setting the rhythm tempo by tapping the TAP TEMPO button.
Starting rhythm playback based on the tapped tempo.
Switching between basic (V1) and variation (V2) rhythm patterns.
Adding an introductory musical phrase before the rhythm plays.
Adding an ending musical phrase to conclude the rhythm.
Adding a short phrase to change the mood or accent a song.
Using chords to automatically generate bass and harmony accompaniment.
Choosing how chords are interpreted (e.g., CASIO CHORD, FINGERED).
Automatically starting rhythm when a chord is played.
Automatically stopping rhythm when accompaniment keyboard keys are released.
Customizing rhythm pattern change and fill-in operation methods.
Turning off auto-application of recommended tempo and pattern for rhythms.
Loading user rhythms from a USB flash drive.
Overview of the feature to look up chord forms and structures.
Selecting the root note to specify the chord you want to look up.
Displaying and understanding different chord inversions.
Simple process for recording performances using tones and rhythms.
Setting the beat value (e.g., 1-16) for recording.
Adding count-in options (Count or Pre-count) before recording starts.
Recording practice sessions by playing along with song parts.
How to remove simple recordings made with Easy Recording.
Recording performances by layering tracks onto existing recordings.
Converting existing tone or rhythm recordings into multi-track format.
Silencing individual tracks within a multi-track recording.
Mixing multi-track recordings by adjusting track volume and pan.
Duplicating entire multi-track recordings to different memory slots.
Removing one or more multi-track recordings from memory.
Extracting and copying individual tracks from multi-track recordings.
Removing a specific track from a multi-track recording.
Introduction to customizing the home screen's display and button functions.
Selecting the default screen (Tone, Rhythm, or Tone/Rhythm) shown on startup.
Assigning specific functions to the five context-sensitive buttons.
Disabling the instant playback stop feature when HOME is pressed.
General procedure for accessing and changing various keyboard settings.
A comprehensive list of all configurable settings and their options.
Steps to reset the keyboard to its original factory default state.
Important warnings and conditions to avoid when using USB flash drives.
Procedures for correctly mounting and dismounting USB flash drives.
How to format a USB flash drive to a compatible file system.
Transferring data (setups, songs) from the keyboard to a USB drive.
Transferring data (songs, setups) from a USB drive to the keyboard.
How to remove files from a USB flash drive.
Changing the name of files stored on a USB flash drive.
Connecting the keyboard to smartphones and tablets via USB or Bluetooth.
MIDI data exchange with a computer for recording and playback.
Connecting the keyboard to external speakers or amplifiers via audio cable.
Using the keyboard's speakers to play audio from external devices.
Muting or minimizing the center channel (often vocals) of audio input.
Pairing and playing audio from Bluetooth devices through the keyboard's speakers.
Removing previously registered Bluetooth device pairings.
Connecting MIDI devices wirelessly via Bluetooth.
Procedure to disable the Bluetooth function.
Lists common problems and their solutions, categorized by issue type.
Explains error messages, their causes, and recommended actions.
Technical details including dimensions, weight, power, and features.
A catalog of all built-in songs available on the instrument.
A comprehensive catalog of all available instrument sounds (tones).
A catalog of all available built-in rhythm patterns.
Details the mapping of keyboard keys to specific drum sounds for each set.
Information on velocity-sensitive sounds for musical expression.
List of functions that can be assigned to the 5 buttons via Home Customization.
Illustrations and explanations of chord fingerings for different modes.
Visual examples of various chords and their keyboard voicings.
Technical chart detailing MIDI messages transmitted and recognized by the keyboard.
